A Gucci Collector’s Heaven

Instead of hauling your handbags to an appraiser, simply log onto Gucci.com or Christies.com, where you can submit an appraisal request for all of your Gucci items accumulated over the years. “Gucci Collector: Presented by Christies,” is designed for Gucci enthusiasts who want to learn more about their beloved items or for collecting neophytes who are simply curious about the value of their possessions. Within two to four weeks you will receive an auction estimate by Christie’s Director of Fashion and Textiles, Patricia Frost and her team at Christies who work closely with the Gucci Archive Department. Frost will also be able to tell if the item is appropriate for an upcoming Christie’s vintage sale. Want even more Gucci history? The house plans to open a Gucci museum in Florence in honor of the brand’s 90th anniversary in 2011. Consider our calendars marked!