We Authenticate!
Common Threads offers professional luxury handbag authentication services in Denver. We verify designer bags including Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada, Chanel, Hermès Bottega Veneta and more, through expert evaluation.
Authentication is required for all designer handbags submitted for consignment and is also available as a standalone service by appointment.
Because counterfeit goods are increasingly sophisticated, professional authentication ensures that every item meets our standards of quality, legitimacy, and resale value. At Common Threads, we take an expert-led, detail-focused approach to authentication to protect both consignors and buyers.
DESIGNER BAG AUTHENTICATION SERVICES IN DENVER
We offer professional luxury bag authentication services for non-consignors by appointment only at our Denver location.
During a 30-minute appointment, we can authenticate up to three handbags or wallets per session. The authentication fee is $35 per item, or $55 per item for Hermès pieces due to their additional evaluation requirements.
At your appointment, you will be asked to sign a consent form authorizing Common Threads to temporarily retain your items during the authentication process. While most evaluations are completed within your appointment window, some items may require additional review and can be held for up to 72 hours if necessary.
All items are submitted for authentication during your appointment to ensure an accurate and thorough evaluation.
How Your Appointment Works
- Book your appointment online
- Bring your items(s) for evaluation
- Sign a consent form authorizing temporary item retention
- Items are authenticated during or shortly after your visit
- Receive results and guidance from our team
Many items are completed within the 30-minute appointment window. In some cases, additional verification is required and items may be held for up to 72 hours to ensure accuracy.
Why Choose Common Threads
- Trusted Denver & Boulder luxury resale authority
- Expert-led authentication using industry-standard verification systems
- Experience with major luxury brands including Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Prada, Chanel, and Hermès
- Used for both consignment intake and standalone authentication services
We are committed to ensuring every item is accurately evaluated before entering the resale market.
Authentification Services FAQ
Yes, authentication services are available by appointment only.
Yes, authentication services are available by appointment only.
You may bring up to three items per 30-minute appointment.
You may bring up to three items per 30-minute appointment.
Authentication is $35 per bag, or $55 per piece for Hermès items.
Authentication is $35 per bag, or $55 per piece for Hermès items.
At your appointment, we will review your items and have you complete and sign an authentication form. This includes your contact information and consent for us to retain your items during the authentication process.
At your appointment, we will review your items and have you complete and sign an authentication form. This includes your contact information and consent for us to retain your items during the authentication process.
Any items left with us for authentification will be securely stored until authetification is complete, and you come back to pick up your items.
Any items left with us for authentification will be securely stored until authetification is complete, and you come back to pick up your items.
Typically authentification is processed within 24 hours but can sometimes take up to 72 hours, or until authentication is complete. Rush jobs are available upon request at an addtional fee, please let us know during your appointment if a faster turnaround is needed.
Typically authentification is processed within 24 hours but can sometimes take up to 72 hours, or until authentication is complete. Rush jobs are available upon request at an addtional fee, please let us know during your appointment if a faster turnaround is needed.
You will receive both a phone call and an email once your authentication is complete.
You will receive both a phone call and an email once your authentication is complete.
You may choose to receive a certificate documenting the authentication results. At the time of submission, you can select one of the following options:
- Receive a certificate for all items, regardless of the outcome
- Receive a certificate only for items confirmed to be authentic
You may choose to receive a certificate documenting the authentication results. At the time of submission, you can select one of the following options:
- Receive a certificate for all items, regardless of the outcome
- Receive a certificate only for items confirmed to be authentic
yes, we can autheticate shoes, belts, jewlery, scarves and some clothing items as well. Please call ahead prior to your appointment to confirm that we’re able to review your specific item.
yes, we can autheticate shoes, belts, jewlery, scarves and some clothing items as well. Please call ahead prior to your appointment to confirm that we’re able to review your specific item.
Yes! If you plan to consign these items with us, simply bring them along to your regular consignment appointment. At the end of your 15-minute appointment, a $25 authentication fee will be charged per item. Your items will then be authenticated as we prepare your consignment for the sales floor, no seperate process needed. Please continue reading this page to see more info on consignment authentifications. If you decided not to consign the items with us you will be charged the regular authetifcations fees associaded with your items.
Yes! If you plan to consign these items with us, simply bring them along to your regular consignment appointment. At the end of your 15-minute appointment, a $25 authentication fee will be charged per item. Your items will then be authenticated as we prepare your consignment for the sales floor, no seperate process needed. Please continue reading this page to see more info on consignment authentifications. If you decided not to consign the items with us you will be charged the regular authetifcations fees associaded with your items.
LUXURY BAG AUTHENTICATION FOR CONSIGNORS
Authenticity cards and serial numbers are not accepted as a form of authentication because they are easily replicated.
If you no longer have your receipt you can normally call your place of purchase and ask to have your receipt reprinted. If this is not an option you may obtain a Certificate of Authentication from authenticatefirst.com. If you are planning on consigning a bag with us, you can also have us do it for a $25 fee per piece. Hermes bags have a $55 authentication fee.
Market Value Guidance
We use trusted resale platforms and current market data to help determine fair pricing for consignment items. We encourage clients to research current resale values prior to appointments to ensure realistic expectations.