The Ultimate Collector’s Piece
Up for sale is a genuine piece of denim history: an original pair of Levi’s 501 jeans from 1996, manufactured in the USA. These jeans are in "New Old Stock" (NOS) / Deadstock condition—never worn, never washed, and featuring all original 90s retail tags and stickers.
Professional Authentication & Expert Guarantee
This item has been meticulously inspected by our professional archive-fashion specialists. We guarantee 100% authenticity based on the following verified hallmarks:
Factory-Code Match: The stamped code 247 on the back of the top button perfectly matches the production code on the internal care tag.
Dating: The care tag confirms a production date of September 1996 (09 96), during the final golden era of US-based Levi’s manufacturing.
The "Red Tab" (Authenticity Detail): > Expert Note on the Tab: You may notice the Red Tab on this 1990s model is slightly wider and more robustly woven than modern versions. This is a specific hallmark of 90s US production, resulting from the heavy-duty double-sided embroidery (including the ® symbol) and traditional weaving looms used at the time. Our team has verified this as a correct vintage characteristic for the 1996 production batch.
Condition & Specifications
Condition: Deadstock / Museum Grade (10/10). The denim is stiff, deep black, and shows zero signs of age or storage wear.
Features: Includes the original pocket flasher ("Preshrunk Jeans"), the rare "This is a pair of Levi's" ticket, and the legendary size strip on the leg.
Cut: Iconic 501 Straight Fit with the classic button fly.
OUR PROMISE: In a market flooded with replicas, we take pride in our expertise. Every piece in our collection undergoes a multi-stage verification process. Buy with total confidence from professional vintage curators.
Shipping:
Fedex express with tracking number