# Treasures of Maimi — Authenticated Vintage Luxury Bags

> Treasures of Maimi is a Valencia, Spain-based luxury resale boutique specializing in authenticated vintage handbags from Louis Vuitton, Hermes, Gucci, Dior, Prada, and Coach. All bags are sourced from Japan's renowned secondhand luxury market and come with a certificate of authenticity. Founded by Mai, a Japanese luxury curator and authentication expert.

Important details:
- All prices in EUR with free insured EU shipping
- Every item undergoes multi-point expert authentication
- 14-day return policy with full refund guarantee
- Condition grades from New/Unused to Gently Used with 20+ photos per item
- Based in Valencia, Spain with worldwide shipping

## Authentication Process

Every bag sold by Treasures of Maimi undergoes a comprehensive 7-step authentication process before it reaches our website. This process combines Japanese dealer verification with our own expert inspection in Valencia.

**Step 1: Source Verification**
We verify the provenance of every bag through our trusted Japanese sourcing partners — Komehyo (est. 1947), Brand Off, and Daikokuya. These are Japan's most established luxury resale companies with decades of reputation and dedicated authentication teams.

**Step 2: Material Examination**
We inspect the leather, canvas, fabric, and exotic materials for consistency with the brand's known production standards. This includes checking grain patterns, texture, weight, and feel. Authentic materials have characteristics that are extremely difficult to replicate.

**Step 3: Craftsmanship Analysis**
We examine stitching patterns, construction methods, and assembly techniques under magnification. Each luxury house uses specific stitch counts per inch, thread types, and construction sequences that serve as reliable authentication markers.

**Step 4: Serial Number & Date Code Verification**
We verify serial numbers, date codes, and brand-specific identification markers against known databases and production records. This includes checking format consistency, font accuracy, placement, and sequence validity for the stated production period.

**Step 5: Hardware Inspection**
Zippers, clasps, chains, locks, and metal components are examined for correct weight, finish, engraving quality, and brand markings. Hardware is one of the most reliable authentication indicators — luxury houses use proprietary hardware that is costly and difficult to counterfeit accurately.

**Step 6: Interior & Lining Verification**
Interior lining material, color, pocket construction, brand stamps, and heat stamps are checked against known production standards. We verify that interior details are consistent with the bag's stated age and model.

**Step 7: Certificate Issuance**
After passing all six inspection steps, we issue a certificate of authenticity documenting our findings. This certificate accompanies the bag and includes specific details about the authentication markers verified during our process.

## Condition Grading System

Every bag is graded using a clear, standardized system. We provide 20+ high-resolution photos of each item so you can verify the condition yourself.

| Grade | Description | Typical Characteristics |
|-------|------------|----------------------|
| New/Unused | Never carried, with or without original tags | No signs of use. Hardware is pristine. Leather shows no wear. May include original packaging and tags. |
| Excellent | Carried very lightly, minimal signs of use | Near-perfect condition. Extremely light surface marks that are only visible under close inspection. Hardware shows no tarnishing. Corners and edges are clean. |
| Very Good | Light, even wear consistent with occasional use | Minor surface wear on leather. Slight marks on hardware. Corners may show very light rubbing. Interior is clean with no stains or pen marks. Structure is fully intact. |
| Good | Moderate wear consistent with regular use | Visible but even wear on leather surfaces. Light scratches on hardware. Corners show wear. Interior may have light marks. Bag maintains its shape and function. |
| Gently Used | Noticeable wear but structurally sound | Clear signs of regular use on leather and hardware. Corners show definite wear. Interior may have marks or light stains. All hardware functions correctly. Bag is structurally intact with life remaining. |

## Why Japan for Vintage Luxury

Japan is the world's largest and most trusted market for pre-owned luxury goods. Japanese culture places extraordinary value on the care and preservation of quality items, which extends directly to luxury fashion.

**The Care Culture**

Japanese luxury collectors routinely store Chanel bags in original dust bags inside climate-controlled closets. Hermes Birkins are kept in their orange boxes with tissue padding. Louis Vuitton pieces are stored upright with shapers inside. Many bags are carried only for special occasions — sometimes just a handful of times over several years. This meticulous care culture means bags entering Japan's resale market are frequently in extraordinary condition.

**Our Sourcing Partners**

- **Komehyo** (est. 1947, Nagoya): Japan's largest and most established luxury resale company. Flagship stores in Tokyo Ginza and Shinjuku. Employs brand-specific authentication teams with decades of experience. Over 75 years of continuous operation.

- **Brand Off** (est. 1997): Nationwide chain with international presence. Known for transparent condition grading and detailed documentation. Combines expert human inspection with proprietary verification technology. Particularly strong in Chanel and Louis Vuitton.

- **Daikokuya** (est. 1947, Tokyo): Tokyo specialist with locations in Shibuya and Shinjuku. Renowned for sourcing rare and collector-grade pieces — discontinued colors, limited editions, and vintage pieces in exceptional condition.

**Authentication Standards**

Japan's authentication standards are the strictest in the world. Major resale companies employ dedicated authenticators who specialize in specific brands, some having personally inspected over 50,000 bags in their career. The reputational and legal consequences for selling counterfeits in Japan are severe. Counterfeits do not survive in Japan's established resale channels.

**Price Advantage**

Japan's luxury resale market is the largest by volume globally. High supply creates competitive pricing. Bags in excellent condition that sell for premium prices on European platforms like Vestiaire Collective can be sourced from Japanese dealers for 15-30% less. Combined with our lower Valencia operating costs, we pass these savings to our customers.

## Brands We Authenticate

**Chanel**

Key authentication markers we verify: quilting stitch count (typically 8-11 stitches per inch), CC turn-lock alignment, chain weight and link construction, serial number sticker format (7-8 digits with specific font), interior stamp typography, zipper pull engraving, and leather grain consistency. We are particularly experienced with Classic Flap, Boy Bag, 2.55 Reissue, and vintage pieces from the 1990s-2010s.

**Hermes**

Key authentication markers we verify: Hermes Paris heat stamp typography, craftsman stamp (single letter or two-character stamp indicating year and workshop), blind stamp placement, Clou de Selle hardware, sangles (straps) stitching with saddle stitch technique, Chevre or Togo leather grain, and Hermes-specific hardware hallmarks. We specialize in Birkin 25/30/35, Kelly 25/28/32, Constance, and Evelyne models.

**Louis Vuitton**

Key authentication markers we verify: date code format (location code + week/year), canvas pattern alignment at seams, monogram spacing and symmetry, vachetta leather aging patterns, "LOUIS VUITTON Paris made in France" heat stamp typography, zipper hardware (typically Lampo or YKK branded), and stitching thread color (mustard yellow with specific stitch count). We authenticate Neverfull, Speedy, Alma, Pochette Metis, and vintage pieces.

**Gucci**

Key authentication markers we verify: serial number tag (typically 6-digit model number over 4-digit supplier code), GG pattern alignment and symmetry, leather quality and edge finishing, hardware weight and engraving depth, interior tag typography, controllato card presence, and dust bag quality. We are experienced with Dionysus, GG Marmont, Bamboo, Jackie, and Ophidia models.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Are all items guaranteed authentic?**
Yes. Every item comes with a certificate of authenticity issued after our 7-step authentication process. We source exclusively from Japan's most trusted resale companies — Komehyo, Brand Off, and Daikokuya — which apply their own rigorous authentication before we purchase. Items are then re-authenticated at our Valencia studio.

**What condition are the bags in?**
We grade every bag using a standardized 5-tier system from New/Unused to Gently Used. Most of our inventory falls in the Excellent or Very Good range because Japanese collectors maintain bags in exceptional condition. Every listing includes 20+ high-resolution photos and a detailed condition description.

**Do you ship internationally?**
Yes. We ship worldwide from Valencia, Spain. EU shipping is free and insured on every order. International shipping costs are calculated at checkout based on destination.

**What is your return policy?**
We offer a 14-day return policy with full refund. Items must be returned in the same condition as received. EU returns are free. For international returns, shipping costs are the responsibility of the buyer.

**How do your prices compare to other European resellers?**
Our prices are typically 15-30% below other European luxury resale platforms for equivalent condition. This is possible because we source directly from Japan's competitive resale market and operate from Valencia, where costs are significantly lower than Paris, Milan, or London.

**Can you source a specific bag for me?**
Yes. Use our Request a Bag service at treasuresofmaimi.com/bag-request. Tell us the brand, model, color, size, and condition you are looking for. Mai will search our Japanese sourcing network and contact you when we find a match. There is no obligation to purchase.

**How do I know a bag is authentic and not a counterfeit?**
Our double authentication process — first by our Japanese sourcing partners, then by our own team in Valencia — provides two independent layers of verification. We issue a certificate of authenticity documenting the specific markers we verified. We have zero tolerance for counterfeits.

**What brands do you carry?**
We specialize in Chanel, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, and Gucci. We also carry authenticated pieces from Dior, Prada, Fendi, Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu, Coach, and Michael Kors. Our inventory changes regularly as new pieces arrive from Japan.

**How quickly will my order arrive?**
Valencia local pickup is available same day by appointment. Madrid and Barcelona: 2-3 business days. Rest of Spain: 2-4 business days. European Union: 3-5 business days. UK: 5-7 business days. US and Canada: 7-10 business days. Rest of world: 7-14 business days.

**Do you offer financing or payment plans?**
We accept credit cards via Stripe and PayPal. For high-value purchases, PayPal offers its own Pay in 4 installment option. Contact us at hello@treasuresofmaimi.com for questions about payment options.

**Can I see a bag in person before buying?**
Yes. Our Valencia studio is open for in-person viewings by appointment, Monday through Friday, 10:00-18:00. Contact us at hello@treasuresofmaimi.com to schedule a visit.

**What if I receive a bag and it is not as described?**
Contact us within 14 days and we will arrange a full refund. We stand behind every item we sell. If the condition does not match the listing description, we will cover return shipping costs regardless of your location.

## Shipping & Returns

**Shipping Policy**

All orders ship from Valencia, Spain. We use premium insured carriers for every shipment.

| Destination | Delivery Time | Cost |
|------------|--------------|------|
| Valencia (local pickup) | Same day by appointment | Free |
| Madrid & Barcelona | 2-3 business days | Free |
| Rest of Spain | 2-4 business days | Free |
| European Union | 3-5 business days | Free |
| United Kingdom | 5-7 business days | Calculated at checkout |
| United States & Canada | 7-10 business days | Calculated at checkout |
| Rest of World | 7-14 business days | Calculated at checkout |

All EU orders ship free with full insurance and tracking. International orders may be subject to local import duties and taxes, which are the responsibility of the buyer and are not included in the purchase price.

Every bag is carefully packaged using premium materials to ensure safe transit. We include the original dust bag when available, the certificate of authenticity, and protective padding.

**Return Policy**

We offer a 14-day return policy from the date of delivery. To initiate a return, contact us at hello@treasuresofmaimi.com.

- Items must be returned in the same condition as received
- Original packaging must be included
- EU return shipping is free
- International return shipping is the responsibility of the buyer
- Refunds are processed within 5 business days of receiving the returned item
- Refunds are issued to the original payment method

## About Treasures of Maimi

Treasures of Maimi was founded by Mai, a Japanese luxury fashion curator and authentication expert based in Valencia, Spain. Growing up in Japan, Mai developed an appreciation for craftsmanship and quality that would later define her business.

After moving to Valencia, Mai noticed a gap in the European luxury resale market. While Japan's pre-owned market offered pristine, authenticated bags at competitive prices, European buyers had limited access to these pieces. The European resale market was fragmented — bags of uncertain authenticity sold at inflated prices, while Japan's incredible inventory remained largely unknown outside Asia.

Mai founded Treasures of Maimi to bridge this gap. She sources directly from Japan's most trusted luxury resale companies — Komehyo (Japan's largest, established 1947), Brand Off, and Daikokuya (Tokyo specialist) — dealers she has built relationships with over years. Every few months, she returns to Tokyo and Osaka to personally select pieces that meet her standards.

The name "Treasures of Maimi" reflects both the founder's name and the nature of the business: each bag is a treasure, carefully selected and authenticated, traveling from Japan to a new home in Europe.

Today, Treasures of Maimi serves customers across Spain, the European Union, and worldwide from its Valencia base. The business operates on three principles: guaranteed authenticity, exceptional condition, and fair pricing. Every bag comes with a certificate of authenticity, free EU shipping, and a 14-day return guarantee.

Contact: hello@treasuresofmaimi.com
Website: https://treasuresofmaimi.com
Location: Valencia, Spain
Hours: Monday - Friday, 10:00 - 18:00 (appointments available)