{"product_id":"louis-vuitton-alma-mm-black-epi-1998","title":"Louis Vuitton Alma MM Black Epi Leather 1998","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; font-style: italic; font-weight: bold; color: #808080; margin-bottom: 1.5em;\"\u003eThe kind of piece that doesn't announce itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eLouis Vuitton Alma MM\u003c\/strong\u003e in black Epi leather—authenticated in Cairo, produced in \u003cstrong\u003e1998 when the leather was cut thicker\u003c\/strong\u003e—was made before the 2000s shift to lighter hardware. The brass zipper still moves without hesitation. The Epi grain still catches light at angles. You can feel the difference in weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Louis Vuitton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alma MM\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Epi Leather (textured calfskin, water-resistant), Made in France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Noir (Black)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32cm W × 24cm H × 16cm D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass-tone with natural patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e AR0958 (1998, France)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black textile lining, clean and intact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent - minimal surface wear, no corner damage, interior spotless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/201221112494?text=I'm%20interested%20in%20this%20piece:%20https:\/\/soldattire.com\/products\/louis-vuitton-alma-mm-black-epi-1998\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e📱 Request more photos and details via WhatsApp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - we'll send you everything you need to decide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 0.85em; color: #999; margin: 2em 0 0.75em 0; letter-spacing: 0.5px;\"\u003eTap to explore\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin: 1.25em 0; padding: 1.25em; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #eeeeee; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05em; margin-bottom: 0.75em; color: #333;\"\u003e› The Vision\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.8; color: #555;\"\u003eThe Alma was designed in 1934 as Louis Vuitton's answer to the Art Deco movement—structured, symmetrical, unapologetically formal. This MM size, produced in \u003cstrong\u003eEpi leather in 1998\u003c\/strong\u003e, represents the era when Vuitton still prioritized durability over logo visibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.8; color: #555;\"\u003eEpi was created for clients who wanted \u003cstrong\u003eLouis Vuitton's craftsmanship without the monogram's attention\u003c\/strong\u003e. It was, and remains, the choice of those who know. This black Epi Alma predates the 2000s shift to lighter hardware and thinner leather. The grain is deeper. The structure holds without internal reinforcement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.8; color: #555;\"\u003eIt was built to outlast trends, and it has.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin: 1.25em 0; padding: 1.25em; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #eeeeee; border-radius: 4px;\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05em; margin-bottom: 0.75em; color: #333;\"\u003e› The Provenance\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.8; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentication:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.8; color: #555;\"\u003eVerified using \u003cstrong\u003edate code AR0958\u003c\/strong\u003e (1998 production, France), Epi leather grain pattern analysis consistent with late-1990s manufacturing, and hardware weight\/finish comparison against known originals. The brass-tone patina, zipper teeth spacing, and interior textile weave all match Louis Vuitton's pre-2000s production standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.8; color: #555;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Assessment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.8; color: #555;\"\u003eExterior Epi leather shows minimal surface wear—no scratches, no corner scuffing, no color fading. Interior lining is clean with no staining or odor. Hardware functions smoothly with age-appropriate patina (not tarnish). Handles show light use but no cracking or separation. Stitching intact throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.8; color: #555;\"\u003eThis is not a restored piece. This is \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal condition, carefully maintained\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails style=\"margin: 1.25em 0; padding: 1.25em; background: #ffffff; border: 1px solid #eeeeee; border-radius: 4px;\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"cursor: pointer; font-weight: 600; font-size: 1.05em; margin-bottom: 0.75em; color: #333;\"\u003e› The Dialogue\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height: 1.8; color: #555;\"\u003eBuild around this with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/jil-sander-wool-coat-black-kimono-sleeves-late-2010s-size-45\"\u003ethis Jil Sander wool coat\u003c\/a\u003e for timeless coordination, or pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vintage-tube-skirt-chic-timeless-style\"\u003ethis sleek minimalist tube skirt\u003c\/a\u003e for understated elegance. Explore complementary pieces from our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/new-arrivals\"\u003eNew Arrivals\u003c\/a\u003e collection, or discover more investment pieces in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/carry-luxe\"\u003eCarry Luxe Icons\u003c\/a\u003e collection. Cairo's collectors understand: one exceptional bag anchors a wardrobe for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 2.5em; padding-top: 1.5em; border-top: 1px solid #eeeeee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Sold Attire Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Authenticated by in-house luxury specialists\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✓ 14-day return privilege with complimentary collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✓ Next-day delivery across Egypt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; margin-top: 2em; color: #333;\"\u003eYou will notice the weight immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Louis Vuitton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44985716801583,"sku":null,"price":45000.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0577\/6175\/9279\/files\/louis-vuitton-handbag-variant-title-louis-vuitton-alma-mm-black-epi-leather-1998-sold-attire-1109004.jpg?v=1774440519","url":"https:\/\/soldattire.com\/products\/louis-vuitton-alma-mm-black-epi-1998","provider":"Sold Attire","version":"1.0","type":"link"}