Radley London Heritage Dog Small Bifold Wallet in Red Pebbled Leather
Bifold Wallet / Pouch (Small accessory often used as a micro-clutch) · Radley London; an accessible luxury British brand known for its Scottie dog mascot and quality leather craftsmanship.
Collection: Heritage Dog Collection - This is a permanent core line for the brand, characterized by the Scottie dog silhouette usually found on the reverse or as a hangtag.
Style
Bifold Wallet / Pouch (Small accessory often used as a micro-clutch)
Brand
Radley London; an accessible luxury British brand known for its Scottie dog mascot and quality leather craftsmanship.
Material
Grained pebbled bovine leather with smooth leather trim. Machine-stitched construction with turned edges and tonal edge painting.
Dimensions
Width: 14cm (5.5"), Height: 10cm (4"), Depth: 2cm (0.8"). Typical small leather good (SLG) sizing.
Description
A charming and functional everyday essential in a bold red hue. This Radley bifold combines professional leatherwork with the brand's whimsical British heritage, featuring a secure tab closure and a separate zip section for coins.
Key Features
Rectangular embossed 'Radley London' leather patch on the front, vertical security tab with tonal stitching, and high-quality pebbled texture.
Material & Construction
Grained pebbled bovine leather with smooth leather trim. Machine-stitched construction with turned edges and tonal edge painting.
Color & Pattern
Vibrant Red (often marketed as 'Pillar Box Red' or 'Radley Red'). Solid color with a natural pebbled grain pattern.
Hardware Details
Silver-tone (nickel) hardware. Features a metal zipper with a leather pull tab and a small metal ring for a potential wristlet or charm attachment.
Interior Description
Multi-compartment interior likely featuring a jacquard fabric lining with the Radley London logo, card slots, and a central zippered coin pocket.
Closure Type
Bi-fold design with a snap button tab closure and an additional perimeter zip-around compartment for security.
Strap & Handle Details
N/A; this is a handheld wallet, though the zipper pull is oversized for easy gripping.
Craftsmanship Details
Features reinforced 'bar tack' stitching on the tab and logo patch for durability. The zip is smoothly integrated into the leather frame with neat finishing on the stops.
Authentication Indicators
Symmetry of the embossed logo, clean and consistent machine stitching (approx. 8-10 stitches per inch), and the signature leather pull tab design.
Origin & Manufacturing
Designed in London, manufactured in India or China according to Radley's ethical sourcing and British design standards.
Era & Period
Contemporary (2010s-2020s); characterized by functional, colorful minimalism and the brand's 'heritage' branding aesthetic.
Age Estimate
Circa 2015-2022; the embossed logo badge style is consistent with Radley's production over the last decade.
Cultural Significance
Radley represents the quintessentially British 'accessible luxury' movement, making high-quality leather goods attainable for the middle market while maintaining a distinct national identity.
Condition Notes
Very Good condition. Minor softening of the leather grain. The corners show very slight darkening or friction wear. Hardware remains bright. Grade: Excellent / Very Good.
Value Estimate
Original Retail: $85 - $110. Resale Value: $25 - $45 depending on interior condition and completeness (dust bag).
Care & Maintenance
Apply a leather cream every 6 months to prevent the red pigment from drying out. Avoid contact with blue denim to prevent color transfer onto the red leather.
Similar Handbags
Fossil Logan Bifold, Coach Medium Corner Zip Wallet, Ted Baker Leather Bifold. Differences include Radley's specific Scottie dog branding and softer leather silhouettes.
Interesting Facts
The brand's founder, Lowell Harder, started as a stallholder in Camden Market. The iconic Scottie dog mascot didn't appear until two years after the brand's 1998 launch.