Condition:
THE FIRST
The overall condition is good structurally though the exterior base is worn along the bottom edges and up the sides, there are a few spots on the front and back, most noticeably the front bottom right, and back left sides. The opening and strap is visibly worn as is the interior pocket trim and the zipper has lost its luster. The lining is clean though there are several scuffs throughout.
THE SECOND
The overall condition is good structurally though the exterior base is worn on the bottom corners leaving them dull, the top flap facings have some wear from use and the leather cinch ties have some worn areas that show the base fabric. The gold-tone plating on the hardware is mostly worn off and the lining has some scuffs and scratches throughout.
THE THIRD
The overall condition is very good structurally though there are a couple of small white spots on the top flap and back left top. The lining is lightly worn with some minor discoloring along the sides and there are a couple of spots inside the zipper pocket fabric.
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