Provenance: 1998, B Stamp.

Authentication: Bababebi.

Includes : Strap, Clochette, Key and Lock, and Dustbag.

Missing: No box.

Condition: 9.5/10, near pristine/mint condition. This bag is very rigid, as this specific year of Ardennes leather was more stiff/rigid than prior and following years. Based on our experience and expertise with Ardennes bags, this bag has the most rigid version of the leather we have come across. The grain is very deep and pressed. This bag is for those who love the structured look of a Sellier bag and want one that would remain in “like-new” conditions for decades to come.

Due to the fact that this leather seems more different than other Ardennes leather we have come across, we obtained a Bababebi Authentication for your peace of mind. We also researched and compared other Ardennes bags from the 1998 production year. Our photo research shows that Ardennes bags from 1998 look consistent with this one. Often, the same type of leather will vary year to year depending on material sourcing or production process changes. If you want the most structured version of Ardennes, this is the bag for you. It offers near-pristine condition with only the smallest nick on one corner. Handles , straps , and etc. are all in excellent condition. Hairline scratches on hardware. Interior is clean.