Designer Handbags
Designer Handbags Auction
Handbags from recognized houses, sourced from private collections and examined piece by piece for authenticity and condition before entering the catalogue.
Categories
Handbags we offer
at auction
Hermès
Birkin · Kelly · Constance
Birkin and Kelly examples from private collections. Hardware, stitching, and leather grade are examined against known reference points; stamped date codes are verified where present.
Chanel
Classic Flap · 2.55 · Boy Bag
Quilted lambskin and caviar leather examples, with hologram sticker and authenticity card verified against production-era records where available.
Louis Vuitton
Speedy · Neverfull · Capucines
Monogram canvas and leather pieces from private estates. Date codes, stitching, and hardware are checked for consistency with the stated production period.
Our Process
How every handbag
is authenticated
Hardware & Stitching
Checked against
known references
Hardware finish, stitch count, and stamping are examined against verified reference examples from the same house and era. Inconsistencies are disclosed, not glossed over.
Date Codes
Verified where
present
Interior date codes and stamps are cross-checked against the maker’s production timeline. Where a code is missing, worn, or inconclusive, we say so plainly in the listing.
Condition
Wear, corners,
interior noted
Corner wear, handle darkening, interior staining, and any repairs are documented in full. Box and dust bag, if included, are noted as part of the lot.
For Sellers
Consign your
designer handbag
We accept handbags from Hermès, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and other recognized houses. Every piece is examined by hand before any commitment is made. Free preliminary review. No upfront fees.
FAQ
Common questions
What brands of handbags do you accept?
We currently focus on Hermès, Chanel, and Louis Vuitton, the three most consistently traded houses in the secondary handbag market. Other recognized makers may be considered on a case-by-case basis; contact us with photographs before submitting.
How do you authenticate a handbag?
Each piece is examined by hand: hardware finish, stitching, stamping, and interior date codes are checked against verified reference examples. We do not rely on box or paperwork alone — authentication is based on the bag itself.
What if my handbag doesn't have its box or authenticity card?
It can still be submitted for review. Box, dust bag, and paperwork are noted in the listing when present, but their absence does not disqualify a piece, authentication is based on physical examination of the bag itself.
What is the buyer's premium on handbags?
HeritageBids charges a flat 15% buyer’s premium on the hammer price, with no online surcharges or processing fees.
How do I consign a handbag?
Submit clear photographs, exterior, interior, hardware, stamping, and any date code, through the consignment form at heritagebids.com/consign. A specialist will respond within 5 business days with a preliminary assessment.