PRADA - Borsa Tote Vintage in Nylon Vela - Modello d'Archivio con Tasca Frontale - Shoulder bag





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PRADA Borsa Tote Vintage in Nylon Vela, archive-model tote bag in black nylon.
Description from the seller
PRADA
Splendid and iconic Prada shoulder tote bag, from the brand’s golden era of utilitarian minimalism. This model perfectly embodies Miuccia Prada’s urban-chic aesthetic, combining durable Velasnylon with a highly functional design.
The front features the famous triangular enamel logo plaque and a practical horizontal zip pocket. The interior presents Prada-branded jacquard fabric lining with an additional zip pocket and a rectangular metal logo plaque.
AUTHENTICITY DETAILS'
- Zippers: Internal zipper with the original branded LAMPO pull on the back, consistent with archival productions.
- Inner tag: White factory micro-tag present with the production number (Factory Number) stamped inside the pocket.
- External logo: The typography shows the characteristic indentation on the right leg of the letter "R" in PRADA.
ITEM CONDITION: Excellent / Very Good
The bag shows generally excellent condition for a vintage piece:
- Exterior and Nylon: Clean fabric, free of tears, noticeable stains, or fading.
- Corners and Bottom: Intact bottom and excellent corner stability, typically subject to wear.
- Handles: Robust braided canvas, firm and without fraying.
- Interior: Clean lining with no odors.
PRODUCTION YEAR: 1998 – 2002
RETAIL PRICE: € 650.00
Measurements
Height 31 cm
Width 34 cm
Depth 9 cm
Each item is meticulously checked before sale and all observed features or flaws are carefully photographed. Being a worn and authentic piece, there may still be minor imperfections or micro-tears not immediately detectable during inspection.
The reserve price and starting bid already account for this possibility and the actual condition of the lot. We invite you to thoroughly view the photo gallery, which faithfully describes the item in detail. The item is sold as-is; the offered bid confirms acceptance of the historical conditions of the item.
The worn piece is on a virtual model; there may be minor discrepancies from the original photographed in the studio.
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• insured shipping via express courier.
After the auction, you can request the seller to ship to a UPS Access Point to facilitate pickup, by indicating the point name and address via internal messaging within 12 hours of the auction end.
Shipping cost may vary depending on destination (islands, non-EU countries, remote areas).
!ATTENTION!
ALL PACKAGES ARE INSURED AND SEALED WITH A SECURITY HOLOGRAM.
Sign with RESERVATION upon receipt of the package to retain the right to inspect it later and to hold the carrier responsible for transport damages. If the box is damaged, the recipient must, at the driver’s delivery receipt, accept the shipment with a specific control reservation and keep all packaging and contents. The shipment must be left in the same state as delivered. Claims for compensation for content damage may not be considered if there are no obvious external damages to the package. The compensation claim must be submitted – by deadline – within 72 hours of receipt, providing photographs of the packaging on arrival still closed, after opening, and of the contents as well as the shipping label.
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Seller's Story
PRADA
Splendid and iconic Prada shoulder tote bag, from the brand’s golden era of utilitarian minimalism. This model perfectly embodies Miuccia Prada’s urban-chic aesthetic, combining durable Velasnylon with a highly functional design.
The front features the famous triangular enamel logo plaque and a practical horizontal zip pocket. The interior presents Prada-branded jacquard fabric lining with an additional zip pocket and a rectangular metal logo plaque.
AUTHENTICITY DETAILS'
- Zippers: Internal zipper with the original branded LAMPO pull on the back, consistent with archival productions.
- Inner tag: White factory micro-tag present with the production number (Factory Number) stamped inside the pocket.
- External logo: The typography shows the characteristic indentation on the right leg of the letter "R" in PRADA.
ITEM CONDITION: Excellent / Very Good
The bag shows generally excellent condition for a vintage piece:
- Exterior and Nylon: Clean fabric, free of tears, noticeable stains, or fading.
- Corners and Bottom: Intact bottom and excellent corner stability, typically subject to wear.
- Handles: Robust braided canvas, firm and without fraying.
- Interior: Clean lining with no odors.
PRODUCTION YEAR: 1998 – 2002
RETAIL PRICE: € 650.00
Measurements
Height 31 cm
Width 34 cm
Depth 9 cm
Each item is meticulously checked before sale and all observed features or flaws are carefully photographed. Being a worn and authentic piece, there may still be minor imperfections or micro-tears not immediately detectable during inspection.
The reserve price and starting bid already account for this possibility and the actual condition of the lot. We invite you to thoroughly view the photo gallery, which faithfully describes the item in detail. The item is sold as-is; the offered bid confirms acceptance of the historical conditions of the item.
The worn piece is on a virtual model; there may be minor discrepancies from the original photographed in the studio.
⸻
• insured shipping via express courier.
After the auction, you can request the seller to ship to a UPS Access Point to facilitate pickup, by indicating the point name and address via internal messaging within 12 hours of the auction end.
Shipping cost may vary depending on destination (islands, non-EU countries, remote areas).
!ATTENTION!
ALL PACKAGES ARE INSURED AND SEALED WITH A SECURITY HOLOGRAM.
Sign with RESERVATION upon receipt of the package to retain the right to inspect it later and to hold the carrier responsible for transport damages. If the box is damaged, the recipient must, at the driver’s delivery receipt, accept the shipment with a specific control reservation and keep all packaging and contents. The shipment must be left in the same state as delivered. Claims for compensation for content damage may not be considered if there are no obvious external damages to the package. The compensation claim must be submitted – by deadline – within 72 hours of receipt, providing photographs of the packaging on arrival still closed, after opening, and of the contents as well as the shipping label.
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