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What is eel skin made of?

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What is eel skin made of?
Eel leather comes from the hide of the Pacific Hagfish, which is native to Japan. When used in textiles, the leather is smooth and lightweight, yet two to three times stronger than regular leather. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic eel skin designs from some of the world’s top sellers.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Givenchy Magenta Eel Skin Leather Fringe Shoulder bag, 2009
By Givenchy
Located in Boca Raton, FL
. From the fall 2009 ready to wear, this shoulder bag is made from a striking magenta eel leather. The
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Early 2000s French Shoulder Bags

Vernon Bruce Hoeksema Brera VBH Eel Leopard
By VBH
Located in Paris, FR
Amazing VBH bag made of eel skin, in a leopard printed version. Limited edition 30/268 hand made in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags

NEW VERSACE AMETHYST EEL LEATHER HANDBAG w/Gold Tone HARDWARE
By Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
a very refined way in its eel skin material. Polished gold tone hardware complete its overall luxe
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tote Bags

Tom Ford Metallic Laminated Eel Lace-Up Sandal Gold Metallic Platforms
By Tom Ford
Located in Downey, CA
eel skin sandal with calf leather trim. 5" covered heel with metal inset. Open toe. Lace-up front ties
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2010s Italian Heels

F/W 2004 Dolce & Gabbana Bright Blue Gold DG Chain Small Embossed Shoulder Bag
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in West Hollywood, CA
shoulder bag is constructed primarily of vibrant blue python skin with blue eel skin accents. This flap bag
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Early 2000s Italian Shoulder Bags

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