The best way to estimate the value, price and sell your Dior, Vuitton or Chanel bags.

If you own a fine leather goods handbag and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers can offer you their expert appraisal services.

Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your bag, and provide you with a precise estimate of its value on the current market.

Then, if you want to sell your bag, we'll point you in the right direction to get the best possible price. The price of a bag can vary according to the year, the leather, the edition (limited or not), the stones and metals used.

Rating and value of fine leather goods bags

The Birkins from Hermès are now the most expensive and famous bags in the world. Other bags are just as famous, such as the Lady Dior or the Timeless by Chanel. The price at which they sell on the art and auction markets ranges from €500 to €330,000, a considerable delta but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to your bags and fashion pieces. In November 2020, a Birkin 25 in Himalayan Niloticus crocodile sold for €330,000, more than five times the high estimate achieved by Christie's Hong Kong.

Order of value from classic to most popular bag

Reasons to auction a handbag  

The Birkin is a timeless bag, always in demand on the auction market. Buyers are prepared to pay unprecedented sums, as the house has made the it bag a rare item that is almost impossible to obtain new.

At Hermès, you have to wait at least five years before you can hope to one day own this much sought-after bag.

The Carré d'Hermès is also a must-have, and is still prized by many women. The value of a Carré varies according to its state of preservation, but also and above all according to the motif and the artist who designed it.

At Chanel, the Timeless bags bags are less difficult to obtain, but the ever-increasing prices are driving buyers to the second-hand market.

Some collectors actually consider vintage bags to be a better investment, given that the materials used have changed over the years, making the bags less qualitative in some opinions.

What's more, past collections are scattered all over the world. Since many bags were produced in limited quantities, this may increase their resale value.

Certain elements, such as the punches on the clasps, further increase the price of the bag.

At Dior, the price trend is also upward, so that an iconic model like the Lady Dior does not lose value. Here too, there are many limited editions, which increase the resale price of the bag.

At Louis Vuitton, prices are more disparate, due to the many collections the company has produced. The monogrammed classics, whether trunks, large or small bags, are as popular as ever.

What about second-hand websites (Vinted, Vestiaire Collective...) to sell your fine leather goods?

In recent years, second-hand platforms have multiplied - some even specializing in luxury goods only, such as Vestiaire Collective. However, it's important to be informed and well-informed about prices and authentication by the site's experts.

Indeed, the flow is such that the attention paid to your items is not the same as it would be at an auction. Mistakes about authenticity are therefore more frequent.

When it comes to platforms like Vinted, even though it now offers an authentication service, you need to be extra vigilant. Scams abound, and it's important to bear in mind that the majority of sales are of fast-fashion products.

For all the reasons listed above, these platforms are far from the ideal place to sell a luxury bag. Scams are even more prevalent on Le bon coin.

What's more, it's extremely rare to be able to sell your object for the price you want, after negotiation with the buyer who may have doubts about the authenticity of the bag, its general condition, the materials used in the jewelry, or even the type of leather or its resistance (grained leather, for example, will be more resistant than smooth leather, but there are also degrees of resistance between different smooth leathers).

At Auctie's, our auctioneers collect your bag or luxury item. It is then appraised by a fashion and leather goods specialist to reassure potential bidders.

Your items are then displayed at the Hôtel Drouot, where thousands of bidders circulate every day. This gives your bag considerable visibility, far superior to online sales.

As a result, bidders compete with each other, which naturally increases the price of your item.

What parameters are taken into account when assessing your bag?

Our experts take many parameters into account to ensure that future bidders are well informed. Seams are carefully examined, as well as typography, bag jewelry, finishes and materials. The condition of the piece is then detailed, along with any imperfections.

Recognizing an authentic bag

The counterfeit market is increasingly strong, manufacturing a variety of bags and passing them off as luxury items. On online platforms, the resale of these items continues to grow, and many customers are being tricked.

That's why, even if there are techniques for recognizing a real bag, such as looking at the seams, whether the bag stands up when you put it down (a Brikin, for example, even in poor condition, will stand up), the typography of the signature and the spacing of the letters, the metal parts, or the inscription of the serial number inside, expertise is essential.

Know the true value of your bag

If you happen to own a handbag from any luxury brand, or are thinking of owning one, don't hesitate to request a free appraisal using the form on our website.

A member of our team of experts and chartered auctioneers will contact you promptly to provide you with an estimate of the market value of your bag, as well as any relevant information. If you wish to sell your property, our specialists will also be on hand to help you find alternatives for selling it at the best possible price, taking into account market trends.