11 Vintage Coach Bags Every Collector Wishes They Owned
It’s official: Vintage Coach bags are back in fashion. According to Vogue, the search for these classic handbags on eBay increased by 114% in 2024.
It’s easy to see why. Coach bags from the 1960s to the 1990s (which was before Coach started plastering its logo all over the bags) are timeless, featuring a simple silhouette, beautiful leather, and nary a visible logo. You can now find plenty of TikTok creators making videos about finding vintage coach bags at thrift stores, restoring them to their natural state, and selling them online for a handsome profit.
Want to get in on the action? Take a look inside your closet or attic to see if you have any old Coach bags tucked away, especially the following bags that are particularly valuable.
1. Coach Winnie Bag
This stunner of a bag was made in 1997 and is a coveted find among vintage Coach collectors. A black version sold for over $1,000 on eBay, though you can also find other colors, like this periwinkle version.
2. Coach Cashin Carry Shoulder Bag
Coach has referred to this bag as “The Original Coach Bag,” mainly due to its timeless silhouette and unwavering fandom. It was designed by Bonnie Cashin, who joined the company in 1962 to become its first lead designer. While there are a few colors of this bag out there, the “rust” shade is rare and can go for up to $1,000.
3. Coach Hasp Bag
Originally introduced in 1973, the Coach Hasp Bag is another Cashin creation. It gets its name from the distinct hasp closure, and you’ll often find it listed for thousands of dollars.
4. Coach Courier Bag
Coach Courier bags started popping up in the mid-’70s, which is why you may come across some without the company’s trademark creed printed inside the bag. Still, if you can verify a Courier’s authenticity, you may get top dollar for it. The going rate for these pre-owned bags in good condition is often close to $2,000.
5. Coach Crescent Saddle Bag
Easily identifiable by its thick, chunky buckles, the Coach Crescent Saddle Bag is another coveted purse that garners plenty of attention. It first launched in the mid-’70s, though various iterations have popped up over the years. The bag comes in shades of black, tan, navy blue, and even mustard, and can sell in the high hundreds.
6. Coach Stewardess Bag
Clean lines and multiple pockets make this Coach bag both functional and easy to look at. The Stewardess bag was first introduced in 1976 and comes in a variety of colors like mocha, burgundy, navy, gray, and more. At a liveauctioneers.com auction in 2021, it sold for an impressive $300.
7. Coach Federal Bag
If you have this unique bag in your closet, you’ve got a goldmine. The bag was first introduced in 1972 and is embossed with the Presidential seal. Coach fans have paid exorbitant prices to snag one of these, including someone who bought it for $2,750 on eBay.
8. Coach Station Bag
The Station has a similar silhouette to the Winnie — consider them sisters, not twins. It first landed on the scene in 1983, and features a top handle, a turnlock closure, and detachable straps. You’ll find rehabbed Station bags in unique colors like navy blue or lavender that sell for over $400.
9. Coach Ergo Bag
There are variations of the Ergo bag out there, from the Ergo Satchel to the Ergo Shopper (most Ergo bags launched in 1997). It has a signature rounded silhouette and sewed-on straps, and certain iterations can sell for $200-plus.
10. Coach Suspender Bag
True to its name, the Coach Suspender bag has shoulder straps that resemble suspenders. The bag, which was made in the mid-1970s, comes in a variety of neutral colors like black, rust, and tan. If you’ve got one of these at home, you’re in luck: Well-maintained suspender bags can sell for close to $2,000.
11. Coach Berkeley Backpack
The Berkeley Backpack was first introduced in 1990, and while it isn’t technically a purse, it’s a beautiful piece of Coach history. It’s crafted with both leather and suede, and often comes in shades of black and brown (though take a look at this red stunner!). Pre-owned backpacks in good condition generally list for around $350.
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