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Chanel Extra Mini Valentines Heart Charm Single Flap Bag
Made for date nights, cocktail parties and chic dinners, this vintage Chanel Extra Mini Valentine’s Heart Charm flap adds a romantic touch with black quilted lambskin, gold‑tone accents and playful heart charms. Its compact profile suits just‑the‑essentials styling, elevating elegant ensembles for special celebrations.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Q: What typically fits in the Chanel Extra Mini Valentine’s Heart Charm Single Flap Bag? A: With approximate measurements of 17 × 10 × 7.5 cm, it is ideal for true essentials such as a slim cardholder, keys, lipstick and compact items like AirPods. Most modern larger smartphones are unlikely to fit comfortably; some compact models may fit without a case. Please compare your items to the Measurements on this page for best results.
Q: Can I wear it crossbody and what is the strap drop? A: Yes. This piece has a single leather‑interlaced chain strap and our measured strap drop is approximately 60 cm, which suits crossbody or on‑shoulder wear for many heights. As the strap is non‑adjustable, you can shorten it temporarily by looping the chain inside the bag or using a removable clip/shortener (avoid stressing the leather).
Q: Are the heart charms on the chain removable? A: The Valentine’s edition features decorative heart charms integrated into the chain design. They are not designed to be detached. Attempting removal can scratch or damage the gold‑tone finish and is not recommended.
Q: Is this a single or double flap? A: This is a single flap with a CC turn‑lock closure. Extra Mini and Mini Classic Flap variations are typically single flap, offering straightforward access and maximum space for their size.
Q: What does the serial number 12641898 indicate? A: The 12‑series serial number corresponds to production around 2008–2009. Serial numbers help indicate the production period but do not specify an exact month or model variant.
Q: How should I care for the black lambskin and gold‑tone hardware? A: Wipe gently with a soft, non‑pilling cloth and avoid harsh cleaners. Keep away from prolonged light, heat and humidity. If the leather shows light surface marks, you can gently buff in small circular motions. Store upright in a breathable dust bag, loosely stuffed, and wrap the chain to prevent imprints on the leather.
Q: What is included with this item? A: Everything included is listed under product information on this page. For this piece, a serial number tag is included. If an item such as a dust bag or box is not listed there, it is not included—feel free to contact us for confirmation.
Q: Where was this bag made? A: France, as stated on the country of origin label.
Q: How would you describe the condition in practical terms? A: Exterior: good with scuffed corners and slight creasing to the lambskin. Interior: very good with light traces of use. Hardware: surface scratches and some dulling. These are typical signs of gentle vintage wear and do not affect normal use.
Q: How do you authenticate this bag? A: Every item at A Retro Tale is carefully examined by in‑house experts using multi‑point checks of materials, quilting and stitching, stamps, serial number, and hardware. We stand behind the authenticity of all items we sell and are happy to share further details on request.
SHIPPING
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A Retro Tale offers free shipping to most EU countries. Click here to see the full list of eligible countries.
Outside EU, Åland and UK: Please note that customers outside of EU, Åland and UK are responsible upon delivery for any import duties, goods and services tax (GST), value added tax (VAT), customs fees, and any other tax on top of the A Retro Tale listed price. Delivery delays may occur due to external factors such as customs clearance, holidays etc.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Europe: 1-4 business days.
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
If you have any questions about customs, duties, or taxes, feel free to contact our customer service team — we’re happy to help!
RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEED
A Retro Tale specialises in vintage and pre-owned goods from the world's most loved fashion houses. We guarantee that all of our products are 100 percent authentic. Every item sold on our site undergoes a rigorous authentication process, in which our experts delve deep into the heritage of a brand via its craftsmanship techniques. This requires a rigorous and methodical process.
For us, authentication is about more than expertise; it offers a fascinating insight into the history of fashion and the craftsmanship involved in production.
/ Chanel
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/ Shoulder bags
/ Classic Flap Bag
/ Mini
2 626 €
• Black quilted lambskin leather
• Gold-tone hardware
• Single interwoven leather and chain strap with decorative heart charms
• Black leather lining with one main compartment
• CC turn-lock closure
• Vintage
The authenticity of this bag has been checked and verified by our experts who have over 10 years of experience in vintage and luxury bags. We also use a well established 3rd party authentication tool to verify our bags.
