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Bolide Box

Hermès Sterling Silver Pill Box Micro Bolide Bag
Hermès Sterling Silver Pill Box Micro Bolide Bag

Hermès Sterling Silver Pill Box Micro Bolide Bag

$1,457

H 1.86 in W 0.52 in L 1.74 in

Hermès Sterling Silver Pill Box Micro Bolide Bag

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Lovely and Cute Authentic Hermès Pill Box In shape of a "Bolide" Hermès Bag Made in England Made

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20th Century English Boxes

HERMES black Box leather BOLIDE 35 Bag GHW
HERMES black Box leather BOLIDE 35 Bag GHW

HERMES black Box leather BOLIDE 35 Bag GHW

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Bolide 35 in black Box leather featuring gold-tone hardware. Lined in black

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1980s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Box Calf Black and Red Leather Bolide Handbag
Hermes Box Calf Black and Red Leather Bolide Handbag

Hermes Box Calf Black and Red Leather Bolide Handbag

By Hermès

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Hermes Box Calf Black and Red Leather Bolide Handbag approximate size: 11 inches to top of handle

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermès Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant
Hermès Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant

Hermès Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant

By Hermès

Located in New York City, NY

Fine sterling silver pill box in the likeness of an Hermes Bolide bag, by Hermes. The box can be

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Late 20th Century More Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

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Sterling Silver

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Hermès Bolide ( Rare ) Gold Mcpherson Travel 213304 Brown Box Calf Satchel
Hermès Bolide ( Rare ) Gold Mcpherson Travel 213304 Brown Box Calf Satchel

Hermès Bolide ( Rare ) Gold Mcpherson Travel 213304 Brown Box Calf Satchel

By Hermès

Located in Forest Hills, NY

This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Made In: France Measurements: Length: 13.5" Width: 5" Height: 11.5" Handle Drop: 3.75" Can convert to a shoulder bag Shoulder stra...

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20th Century French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Bolide Tricolor 37 210038 Rouge Ash X Rouge  Box Calf satchel
Hermès Bolide Tricolor 37 210038 Rouge Ash X Rouge  Box Calf satchel

Hermès Bolide Tricolor 37 210038 Rouge Ash X Rouge Box Calf satchel

By Hermès

Located in Forest Hills, NY

This item will ship immediately!! Previously owned. Made In: France Measurements: Length: 14" Width: 5.7" Height: 11" Handle Drop: 4" Zipper works well. Signs of Wear: Light scuffs a...

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20th Century French Top Handle Bags

1993 Hermés Mini Bolide in Perfect Condition
1993 Hermés Mini Bolide in Perfect Condition

1993 Hermés Mini Bolide in Perfect Condition

By Hermès

Located in Bologna, Emilia Romagna

Hermes Mini Bolide Hermes in black box. Extremely rare. Golden hardwares. W letter in the circle

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1990s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant
Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant

Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant

By Hermès

Located in Simpsonville, SC

Elevate your style with the exquisite craftsmanship of this Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag

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Late 20th Century Boxes and Cases

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Sterling Silver

Hermes Paris Large Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant
Hermes Paris Large Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant

Hermes Paris Large Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant

By Hermès

Located in Simpsonville, SC

Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant, a celebration of elegance and the legacy of one of the

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Late 20th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

HERMES Brique red orange Box leather BOLIDE 31 Bag
HERMES Brique red orange Box leather BOLIDE 31 Bag

HERMES Brique red orange Box leather BOLIDE 31 Bag

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermes 'Bolide 31' bag in Brique (brick) Veau Box leather with contrasting white

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant
Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant

Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant

By Hermès

Located in Simpsonville, SC

Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant, a celebration of elegance and the legacy of one of the

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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Hermès Black Box Calf Leather & Natural Chamonix Leather Bolide 31cm
Hermès Black Box Calf Leather & Natural Chamonix Leather Bolide 31cm

Hermès Black Box Calf Leather & Natural Chamonix Leather Bolide 31cm

By Hermès

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

"HERMÈS Black Box Calf Leather & Natural Chamonix Leather Bolide 31cm Xupes Reference: HB3833

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

New in Box Hermes Limited Edition Indigo Blue Shark Bolide Bag
New in Box Hermes Limited Edition Indigo Blue Shark Bolide Bag

New in Box Hermes Limited Edition Indigo Blue Shark Bolide Bag

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermes limited edition runway bolide 45cm "shark". Brand new in box, this bag has never been

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Smallest Mini Micro Bolide Bag Pill Box Sterling Silver
Hermès Smallest Mini Micro Bolide Bag Pill Box Sterling Silver

Hermès Smallest Mini Micro Bolide Bag Pill Box Sterling Silver

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Super Cute Authentic Hermès Pill Box In shape of a "Bolide" Hermès Bag Made in England Made of

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20th Century English Boxes

HERMES Mini Bolide Bag Pill Box Pill Container Silver 925 RARE
HERMES Mini Bolide Bag Pill Box Pill Container Silver 925 RARE

HERMES Mini Bolide Bag Pill Box Pill Container Silver 925 RARE

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Super Cute Authentic Hermes Pill Box In shape of "BOLIDE" Hermes Bag Made of Silver 925

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20th Century English Boxes

Hermès Vintage Smallest Mini Micro Bolide Bag Pill Box Sterling Silver Rare
Hermès Vintage Smallest Mini Micro Bolide Bag Pill Box Sterling Silver Rare

Hermès Vintage Smallest Mini Micro Bolide Bag Pill Box Sterling Silver Rare

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Super Cute Authentic Hermès Pill Box In shape of the "Bolide" Hermès Bag Made in England Made of

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20th Century English Boxes

Hermès Vintage Smallest Mini Micro Bolide Bag Pill Box Sterling Silver Rare
Hermès Vintage Smallest Mini Micro Bolide Bag Pill Box Sterling Silver Rare

Hermès Vintage Smallest Mini Micro Bolide Bag Pill Box Sterling Silver Rare

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Super Cute Authentic Hermès Pill Box In shape of the "Bolide" Hermès Bag Made in England Made of

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20th Century English Boxes

Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant
Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant

Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant

By Hermès

Located in Simpsonville, SC

Elevate your style with the exquisite craftsmanship of this Hermes Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag

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Late 20th Century Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hermès Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant
Hermès Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant

Hermès Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant

By Hermès

Located in New York City, NY

Fine sterling silver pill box in the likeness of an Hermes Bolide bag, by Hermes. The box can be

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Late 20th Century More Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hermès Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant
Hermès Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant

Hermès Paris Sterling Silver Bolide Bag Pill Box Charm Pendant

By Hermès

Located in New York City, NY

Fine sterling silver pill box in the likeness of an Hermes Bolide bag, by Hermes. The box can be

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Late 20th Century More Silver, Flatware and Silverplate

Materials

Sterling Silver

HERMES 'Bolide' Bag in Two-Tone Gold and Black Box Leather
HERMES 'Bolide' Bag in Two-Tone Gold and Black Box Leather

HERMES 'Bolide' Bag in Two-Tone Gold and Black Box Leather

By Hermès

Located in Paris, FR

Hermès 'Bolide' bag in two-tone gold and black box leather. Gilded metal hardware. Worn by hand

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1990s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Mini Micro Bolide Bag Pill Box Mac Pherson Sterling Silver
Hermès Mini Micro Bolide Bag Pill Box Mac Pherson Sterling Silver

Hermès Mini Micro Bolide Bag Pill Box Mac Pherson Sterling Silver

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Exceptional and Rare Authentic Hermès Pill Box In shape of a "Mac Pherson" Hermès Bag The Mac

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20th Century English Curiosities

Hermes Bolide 45 Bag Rouge H Togo Weekender New w/Box
Hermes Bolide 45 Bag Rouge H Togo Weekender New w/Box

Hermes Bolide 45 Bag Rouge H Togo Weekender New w/Box

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a guaranteed authentic Hermes 45cm Bolide featured in rich jewel toned Rouge H

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2010s French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Hermes Bolide 45 Men's Bag Blue de Prusse Togo Weekender New w/Box
Hermes Bolide 45 Men's Bag Blue de Prusse Togo Weekender New w/Box

Hermes Bolide 45 Men's Bag Blue de Prusse Togo Weekender New w/Box

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes 45 Bolide featured in Blue de Prusse. Crisp Palladium hardware. The

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21st Century and Contemporary French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Hermès Vintage Lantern Lock Cadenas Kelly Bag Charm Limited Edition 1991
Hermès Vintage Lantern Lock Cadenas Kelly Bag Charm Limited Edition 1991

Hermès Vintage Lantern Lock Cadenas Kelly Bag Charm Limited Edition 1991

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

system perfectly works No Hermès Packaging but will come gift wrapped This cute Bolide Bag Pill Box is

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1990s French Decorative Objects

Hermès handbag Bolide 35 Black Box
Hermès handbag Bolide 35 Black Box

Hermès handbag Bolide 35 Black Box

By Hermès

Located in Paris, FR

Hermès handbag Bolide 35 Black Box Box leather in black color Gold hardware Very good

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1990s French Hobo Bags

Hermès Bolide 32 Cognac Box Calf Tote Bag
Hermès Bolide 32 Cognac Box Calf Tote Bag

Hermès Bolide 32 Cognac Box Calf Tote Bag

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H 9.85 in W 12.6 in D 5.12 in

Hermès Bolide 32 Cognac Box Calf Tote Bag

By Hermès

Located in Antwerp, BE

Hermès 'Bolide' tote in cognac smooth Box Calfskin. Gold hardware. Comes with clochette, keys and

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes Bolide Handbag Vibrato and Box Calf 35
Hermes Bolide Handbag Vibrato and Box Calf 35

Hermes Bolide Handbag Vibrato and Box Calf 35

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

This Hermes Bolide Handbag Vibrato and Box Calf 35, crafted from brown leather and Vibrato

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermes Bolide 31 Vert Box Calf Leather GHW Top Handle Bag
Hermes Bolide 31 Vert Box Calf Leather GHW Top Handle Bag

Hermes Bolide 31 Vert Box Calf Leather GHW Top Handle Bag

By Hermès

Located in Kowloon, HK

Color: Dark Green / Vert (designer color)' Material: Box Calf Leather Condition: Rank A Overall

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1990s French Top Handle Bags

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By Hermès

Located in PARIS, FR

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By Louis Vuitton

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Located in Costa Mesa, CA

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HERMES black Toile Militaire & Box leather KELLY 40 LAKIS Bag w Palladium

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$28,079

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By Hermès

Located in Paris, FR

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Bolide Box For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary bolide box you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Many people prefer black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find blue, beige and more options on these pages. If you’re looking for a bolide box from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. When shopping for these accessories, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men or unisex today than there are for women.

How Much is a Bolide Box?

Prices for a bolide box can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,101 and can go as high as $71,868, while, on average they fetch $9,454.

Hermès for sale on 1stDibs

For Hermès, what began as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen would eventually grow into one of the most storied fashion labels in the world. In 1837, German-born French entrepreneur Thierry Hermès opened a saddle and harness purveyor in Paris. Gradually, the house extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and modernist jewelry to pillows and handbags.

The first top-handled bag ever produced by Hermès was the Haut à courroies, which made its debut in 1892. A tall bag secured with a folded leather flap (fastened with bridle-inspired straps), it was designed to transport riding boots and a harness.

As the world made the switch from horse to automobile, the bag adapted, becoming a multifunctional travel satchel instead of a designated saddlebag. Today, 120 years later, the HAC remains in Hermès’s line — and its distinctive flap and clasping straps have laid the groundwork for some of the house’s other iconic bags.

In the 1930s, Robert Dumas (son-in-law to Émile-Maurice Hermès, Thierry’s grandson) designed a smaller, trapezoidal take on the flap bag with a handle and two side straps. Later, actress Grace Kelly, then engaged to Prince Rainier of Monaco, is said to have used one of these bags to conceal her pregnancy during the 1950s. Because she was photographed constantly, the coverage catapulted her handbag to international popularity.

In 1977, Hermès officially renamed the model for her, and the Kelly bag was born. Each Kelly bag takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches owe solely to one Hermès artisan.

Robert Dumas was also responsible for another one of the brand’s most iconic offerings: the launch of its first silk scarf on the occasion of Hermès’s 100th anniversary in 1937. Based on a woodblock designed by Dumas and printed on Chinese silk, the accessory was an immediate hit.

Today, vintage Hermès scarves, typically adorned in rich colors and elaborate patterns, serve many functions, just as they did back then. Well-heeled women wear it on their heads, around their necks and, in a genius piece of cross-promotion, tied to the straps of their Hermès bags. Kelly even once used one as a sling for her broken arm.

In 1981, Robert Dumas’s son Jean-Louis Dumas, then Hermès chairman, found himself sitting next to French actress and musician Jane Birkin on a plane, where she was complaining about finding a suitable carryall for the necessary accoutrements of motherhood. After the two travelers were properly introduced, Birkin helped design Jean-Louis’s most famous contribution to the Hermès canon: the Birkin bag, a roomy, square catchall with the HAC’s trademark leather flap top and the addition of a lock and key.

Owing to the brand’s legendary commitment to deft, handcrafted construction, the Birkin is an investment that is coveted by collectors everywhere.

While the Kelly and Birkin may be standouts, gracing the arms of everyone from royal heiresses to hip-hop stars in the past few decades, the handbags are but a small part of Hermès’s fashion offerings.

Since the 1920s, the brand has produced some of the most desirable leather goods in the world. There’s the Constance bag, a favorite of Jacqueline Kennedy, the recently relaunched 1970s-era Evelyne and, on the vintage market, a slew of designs dating back to the 1920s.

Good design never goes out of style. Find a variety of vintage Hermès handbags, day dresses, shoes and more on 1stDibs.

Questions About Hermès
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Hermès is so special for a few reasons. The French luxury house is one of the most storied fashion labels in the world and has a rich heritage that dates back to 1837.

    Hermès began in Paris as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen. The house later extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and jewelry to pillows and handbags.

    Hermès artisans spend years honing their craft as apprentices before they produce Hermès pieces in premium materials. For example, the Kelly bag, which was named in tribute to one of its biggest fans, Grace Kelly, takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches are made by one Hermès artisan. Each Birkin tote is also hand-sewn according to Hermès’s centuries-old saddle-stitching technique, and its exotic leathers, a variety that includes ostrich and crocodile, are subsequently painted and polished by house craftsmen in France.

    On 1stDibs, explore a selection of vintage Hermès handbags and accessories.