Date Code Appraisal

Louis Vuitton Leather Tag with Date Code

This item is a close-up image of a Louis Vuitton leather tag, likely found inside one of their handbags or luggage pieces. The tag is made of natural, untreated vachetta leather, which has developed a light honey-colored patina, indicating some use and exposure, but not significant darkening. The overall shape of the visible part of the tag is a curved rectangle at the top, transitioning into a pointed, more narrow section at the bottom, where a brass D-ring or O-ring is attached via a brass rivet. The leather is stitched with bright yellow contrasting thread around its perimeter, showing two lines of stitching at the top wider section and single lines along the curves and the pointed end. The stitching appears even and well-executed, indicative of quality craftsmanship. Debossed into the leather at the wider top section are the brand markings: a circled 'R' for registered trademark, 'LOUIS VUITTON' in capital letters, 'PARIS', and 'made in france'. All text is clear and crisp, suggesting an authentic stamping. Below this, on the narrower, pointed section, a date code 'MS4127' is debossed. This code typically indicates the factory location and the week/year of manufacture for Louis Vuitton products. The brass rivet securing the ring bears the Louis Vuitton floral monogram logo, characteristic of authentic hardware. The leather shows very minor signs of wear, typical of a used item, but no significant damage, tears, or cracking. The patina is even, suggesting careful use. The craftsmanship appears to be of high quality, consistent with the luxury brand.