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How to read the serial number or date code of Louis Vuitton?

by Forgotten Luxuries

Louis Vuitton date codes, often mistaken for serial numbers, are alphanumeric codes stamped on Louis Vuitton bags that indicate when and where the bag was made. Understanding how to read these codes can help you determine the production date and authenticity of a bag.

Here's a guide on how to read Louis Vuitton date codes by year or tell what is the date format in LV.

    Country of Manufacture
    Country Code
    France A0, A1, A2, AA, AAS (Indicates Special Order), AH, AN, AR, AS, BA, BJ, BU, DK (Specifically For Relined Items), DU, DR, DT, CO, CT, CX, ET, FL (Also United States), LW, MB, MI, NO, RA, RI, SD (Also United States), SA (Also Italy), SF, SL, SN, SP, SR, TJ, TH, TN, TR, TS, VI, VX
    Italy BC, BO, CE, FO, MA, NZ, OB, PL, RC, RE, SA (Also France), TD
    Spain BC, CA, LO, LB, LM, LW, GI, UB
    United States FC, FH, LA, OS, SD (Also France), FL (Also France), TX
    Germany LP, OL
     Switzerland DI, FA
     

    1. Early 1980s (1982-1989):

    • Date codes consisted of three or four numbers.
    • The first two numbers indicated the year, and the last one or two numbers indicated the month.
    • Example: "834" would mean the bag was made in April 1983.

    2. Late 1980s to Early 1990s (1989-1990):

    • Date codes consisted of two letters followed by four numbers.
    • The letters represented the country where the bag was made.
    • The first two numbers represented the year, and the last two numbers represented the month.
    • Example: "TH8901" would mean the bag was made in France (TH) in January 1989.

    3. 1990-2006:

    • The format continued as two letters followed by four numbers.
    • The letters indicated the country of origin.
    • The first and third numbers indicated the month, and the second and fourth numbers indicated the year.
    • Example: "VI1024" would mean the bag was made in France (VI) in December (10th month) 2004.

    4. 2007-2020:

    • The format was two letters followed by four numbers.
    • The letters represented the factory location.
    • The first and third numbers indicated the week of the year, and the second and fourth numbers indicated the year.
    • Example: "SP3057" would mean the bag was made in France (SP) in the 35th week of 2007.

    5. 2021-Present:

    • Louis Vuitton has shifted to microchip technology, replacing the traditional date codes.
    • These microchips are embedded discreetly into the bag, typically inside the lining.
    • The microchip provides information about the bag's authenticity and origin but is not accessible to the general consumer.

      Tips:

      • Always cross-check the date code with other authenticity indicators like craftsmanship, materials, and style specific to the production year.
      • Be cautious of date codes that don’t align with the format standards for the given years.

      Understanding these date codes can help you verify the authenticity and historical context of Louis Vuitton bags.

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