AXIOM MANIFOLD.
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Melbourne Olfactory Archive
🏛️ COSMAIR ERA 1997 VINTAGE VAULT GRAIL:
Safari for Men is the definition of old-money, aristocratic masculinity. This rare 1997 Cosmair-distributed batch preserves the premier, un-throttled oakmoss, herbal artemisia, and rich leather oil density missing from current thin department store counters.
Vintage 1997 Ralph Lauren Safari for Men EDT 75ml Description
This absolute vault grail is precision-dated straight to **1997 via the authentic 5-character Cosmair batch code 7Y038** cleanly printed on the bottle baseline.
⚠️ Important Vintage Terms & Evaporation Disclaimer
Please Read Carefully Before Purchasing:
Potential Vintage Evaporation (Ullage): Due to nearly three decades of safe cellared storage, minor age-appropriate natural evaporation (ullage) may have occurred through the neck seals. The remaining liquid volume remains high (fluid clarity and status exactly as pictured in the listing photographs).
Collector Condition & Physical Authenticity Report
📦 Crocodile-Skin Embossed Carton Box
This 75ml luxury edition comes outfitted with its matching original textured dark brown crocodile-patterned outer presentation carton box and historical product fold-out leaflet cards. Reflecting safe, dark, and climate-controlled cellared storage, the box remains structurally crisp, solid, and beautifully clean, showing only minor, honest vintage shelf patina as shown in the photographs.
The Olfactory Profile: The Wild, Sophisticated Safari
Originally launched in 1992 as a tribute to rugged American elegance and cinematic adventure, Safari for Men is a masterclass in the Woody-Aromatic Fougère family. Free from modern chemical restrictions, this 1997 vintage batch opens with a glorious, sharp top flight of **bitter green galbanum, pungent lavender, artemisia, tarragon, coriander, and aldehydes**. The core develops into a rich, warm spicy heart of **cinnamon wood, fresh carnation, cyclamen, and white jasmine**, before collapsing onto a thunderous, old-money base foundation of **massive pre-ban Oakmoss, rich vetiver, deep patchouli, leather, and creamy natural sandalwood** with staggering staying power.
Product Specifications Brand / HouseRalph Lauren Fragrances (Cosmair Distribution Era) Fragrance NameSafari for Men ConcentrationEau de Toilette (EDT Natural Spray) Size / Volume75 ml / 2.5 Fl. Oz. Spray Flacon Tracking DataVintage 1997 Original Formula (Batch Code: 7Y038 / Cosmair Era) ConditionSold as-is.
What you see is what you will get.
Kindly refer to the photos for a close-up view of the condition and fragrance level—they form an important part of the description. There may be minor cosmetic imperfections on the packaging due to storage or age (please see photos).
Authenticity & Philosophy
Self-Service Store: This is a store for thoughtful buyers who value authenticity. We don't offer returns, post-sale negotiation, or emotional support. All prices are firm. No Offers.
100% Authentic: We do not sell fakes. Concerns regarding authenticity must be supported by verifiable third-party documentation. Personal scent impressions or memory do not constitute valid grounds for a claim.
Markings & Fill Levels: Batch codes and markings (e.g. Demonstration, Not for Sale) are common on items. Sample/travel sprays may vary in spray pattern or appear underfilled due to factory regulations. These are sold as-is.
Vintage & Fragrance Protocols
Used & Vintage: Sold for collection purposes. May show signs of age (evaporation, discoloration, sprayer wear). We are not responsible for skin sensitivities or allergic reactions.
Sealed Bottles: Sold AS-IS. scent quality, internal condition, or atomiser function due to age. If you want it tested, request before purchase.Otherwise, no post-sale claims accepted.
Fragrance Disclaimer: Scent, longevity, and performance may vary based on batch, age, storage, and skin chemistry. These are not faults.
Terms of Sale: Final & Binding
All sales are final. No returns. No "change of mind". By purchasing, you confirm acceptance of the condition, fill levels, and scent profiles as shown. If you believe the item received does not match the listing, please contact us within 24 hours of delivery with clear photo or video evidence. Claims without evidence cannot be processed.
- No returns for Personal preferences(e.g. scent, projection, batch differences).
- No returns for shipping delays or minor packaging wear.
Shipping & Logistics
Dispatch: Orders by 3PM AEST usually ship same-day. We are not responsible for tracking delays or missed scans.
Domestic: Express Post recommended for time-sensitive orders (+$5). Returned parcels due to incorrect address will be at buyer’s cost.
International: Buyers responsible for all customs compliance, duties, taxes, and clearance fees. No refunds for parcels seized, refused, or lost due to unpaid import fees.
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