Date code VI0989, made in August 1999 cleaned, brass polished, no odors No Rips, No tears, no holes Professionally custom dyed and sealed in cobalt blue No paint chips Exterior monogram canvas is in excellent condition and is clean and conditioned All 4 corners are nice Double zipper pulls and zipper has been cleaned and polished and work smoothly Handles and leather around handles are sturdy, not dried out or cracking like some vintage alma tend to have, Interior clean, only a small stain the size of quarter above pocket as pictured DETACHABLE CHAIN SHOULDER STRAP SHOWN IS INCLUDED