Prada Saffiano Leather Wallet Logo Snap Fastener
Leather Goods Hardware (Wallet Component) · Prada S.p.A., an Italian luxury fashion house founded in 1913 by Mario Prada. Known for high-end leather goods and avant-garde designs.
Pattern: Saffiano Leather Collection; a cross-hatch leather texture patented by Prada.
Type
Leather Goods Hardware (Wallet Component)
Maker
Prada S.p.A., an Italian luxury fashion house founded in 1913 by Mario Prada. Known for high-end leather goods and avant-garde designs.
Material
The hardware is a silver-toned base metal, typically nickel-plated brass or steel. It is not sterling silver or a precious metal.
Dimensions
Snap diameter: approx 8-10mm; Wallet size: Standard continental or compact wallet dimensions.
Description
A functional hardware component of a Prada wallet crafted from signature black Saffiano leather. The silver-toned snap features the iconic Prada logo stamped twice, serving as both a closure and a subtle branding element.
Key Features
Double 'PRADA' stamp on the snap, diagonal cross-hatch leather texture, and tonal stitching.
Material & Composition
The hardware is a silver-toned base metal, typically nickel-plated brass or steel. It is not sterling silver or a precious metal.
Finish & Decoration
High-polish nickel or rhodium plating. The leather features a diagonal cross-hatch Saffiano texture.
Hallmarks & Stamps
The 'PRADA' name is stamped circularly twice on the face of the snap fastener button. There are no precious metal hallmarks.
Construction Details
Machine-stamped snap fastener, rivet-set into the leather. The leather is heat-pressed to create the Saffiano pattern.
Functional Features
Spring-tension snap closure for securing the wallet flap or coin compartment.
Handle & Grip Details
N/A - Functional metal fastener embedded in leather.
Craftsmanship Details
Machine-manufactured precision stamping of the logo; machine-stitched leather edging.
Authentication Indicators
The font on the snap is consistent with Prada's branding; however, the leather finish appears somewhat flattened, which can occur with heavy use or in lower-quality replicas. Official Prada snaps usually use specific suppliers like Lampo or Cobrax.
Origin & Manufacturing
Made in Italy, likely in the Tuscany region where Prada's leather workshops are concentrated.
Era & Period
Contemporary Luxury Fashion (21st Century).
Age Estimate
Circa 2010-2023; modern production based on the crispness of the stamp and leather condition.
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'quiet luxury' movement where branding is subtle and found on functional hardware rather than large exterior logos.
Condition Notes
Fair to Good. Visible wear on the leather surface including dirt/residue and scuffing. Metal snap shows light surface scratches from use.
Value Estimate
$200 - $550 for the complete wallet depending on the specific model and retail market.
Care & Maintenance
Wipe metal with a dry microfiber cloth. Clean leather with a damp cloth and specialized Saffiano leather conditioner.
Similar Pieces
Louis Vuitton Taiga leather goods or Gucci Microguccissima leather wallets provide similar textured patterns with branded snaps.
Interesting Facts
Saffiano leather was originally designed for luggage and is treated with wax to make it highly scratch and water-resistant.