* LOUIS VUITTON. Monogrammed biker handbag gray pearls, handles and elements in straw yellow alligator (Alligator Mississippiensis II/B), fasteners, clasps in gold-plated brass, interior beige cowhide leather, in a cover and box in LV condition. 2008. 45 × 35 × 14 cm. (Trace of discoloration repatinated by Vuitton (proof of restoration enclosed)). Case and box as is. Purchase invoice and Vuitton booklet referencing the bag. The commercial use of this specimen is free within the EU. For a request to send the lot after sale, outside the European Union, it will be necessary to make a CITES re-export request. The cost of this procedure will be borne by the future buyer. Kâ-Mondo reminds all buyers to check the legislation in force in their country for this type of specimen, before bidding.

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