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Hermes Vintage Riding Pant 5 Gold Clou de Selle Ankle Snaps  38 / 4  Rare
Hermes Vintage Riding Pant 5 Gold Clou de Selle Ankle Snaps  38 / 4  Rare

Hermes Vintage Riding Pant 5 Gold Clou de Selle Ankle Snaps 38 / 4 Rare

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mighty chic offers Hermes vintage iconic black riding pant. 5 Gold Clou de Selle snaps at ankle - SO rare to find! Side zipper with logo embossed snap at waist.

Category

Late 20th Century French Riding Pants

Hermès Silver Clou De Selle Earrings 12HER1116
Hermès Silver Clou De Selle Earrings 12HER1116

Hermès Silver Clou De Selle Earrings 12HER1116

By Hermès

Located in Dix hills, NY

Measurements: Length: 1.02" Width: 0.25" Height: 1.02 " OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Accessories: Original Box Minor marks throughout Signs of Wear: Minimum stainin...

Category

20th Century Miscellaneous

HERMES Quilted Black Down Coat
HERMES Quilted Black Down Coat

HERMES Quilted Black Down Coat

By Hermès

Located in Krakow, PL

Long-sleeve puffer coat in plain quilted plume canvas with "Losanges" motif (100% polyester) - Front with Clou de Selle embossed lambskin - Waist fastening with belt - Front flap po...

Category

2010s Coats and Outerwear

Hermes Herbag Zip Retourne 31 Jaune de Naples Canvas Vache Hunter Palladium
Hermes Herbag Zip Retourne 31 Jaune de Naples Canvas Vache Hunter Palladium

Hermes Herbag Zip Retourne 31 Jaune de Naples Canvas Vache Hunter Palladium

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a guaranteed authentic Hermes Herbag Zip 31 featured in vivid Jaune De Naples canvas. Signature Clou de Selle closure.

Category

2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Riley Colour Cap Taupe H Embroidered 60
Hermes Riley Colour Cap Taupe H Embroidered 60

Hermes Riley Colour Cap Taupe H Embroidered 60

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Rear H Droit adjustment tab with two Clou de Selle snaps in vivid green. Tone on tone top stitch.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Caps

Hermes Herbag Zip Retourne 31 Bag Beton Toile Militaire / Vache Hunter
Hermes Herbag Zip Retourne 31 Bag Beton Toile Militaire / Vache Hunter

Hermes Herbag Zip Retourne 31 Bag Beton Toile Militaire / Vache Hunter

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a guaranteed authentic Hermes Herbag Zip Retourne 31 featured in neutral perfection Beton Toile Militaire and and Vache Hunter cowhide leather. Signature Clou de S...

Category

2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Herbag Zip Retourne 31 Bag Beton Toile Militaire / Natural Sable Leather
Hermes Herbag Zip Retourne 31 Bag Beton Toile Militaire / Natural Sable Leather

Hermes Herbag Zip Retourne 31 Bag Beton Toile Militaire / Natural Sable Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a guaranteed authentic Hermes Herbag Zip Retourne 31 featured in neutral perfection Beton Toile Militaire and and Vache Hunter cowhide leather. Signature Clou de S...

Category

2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes, Carrou'selle Saddle Box
Hermes, Carrou'selle Saddle Box

Hermes, Carrou'selle Saddle Box

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

In its original box Storage box for saddle in oak, felt and aluminium: - Chrome-plated brass padlockable toggle closure - Perforated aluminium body forming a stylised "H" motif an...

Category

Mid-20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Hermès Gold Togo Shoulder Bag
Hermès Gold Togo Shoulder Bag

Hermès Gold Togo Shoulder Bag

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès shoulder bag in gold togo leather with contrast stitching and palladium clou de selle hardware. Shoulder drop, 15"L. Comes with original dust cover.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Avoine Blanket Navy Blue de Prusse New Wool and Cashmere
Hermes Avoine Blanket Navy Blue de Prusse New Wool and Cashmere

Hermes Avoine Blanket Navy Blue de Prusse New Wool and Cashmere

By Hermès

Located in West Chester, PA

Hermes Avoine Blanket Color is Blue de Prusse Hermes is a luxury brand known for its high-quality items, including clothing, accessories, and home goods Hermes rectangular blanket w...

Category

2010s European Pillows and Throws

Hermes Ulysse Notebook Cover Blue Electric Mini Model
Hermes Ulysse Notebook Cover Blue Electric Mini Model

Hermes Ulysse Notebook Cover Blue Electric Mini Model

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Hermes Ulysse small model notebook cover features Blue Electric Togo leather. Palladium Clou de Selle snap. Comes with the signature Hermes box and ribbon.

Category

2010s French For The Desk

Hermes Ulysse Notebook Cover Anemone Mini Model
Hermes Ulysse Notebook Cover Anemone Mini Model

Hermes Ulysse Notebook Cover Anemone Mini Model

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Hermes Ulysse small model notebook cover features Anemone Togo leather. Palladium Clou de Selle snap. Comes with the signature Hermes box and ribbon.

Category

2010s French For The Desk

Hermes Jeu de Dominos In The Pocket Black Swift Leather New
Hermes Jeu de Dominos In The Pocket Black Swift Leather New

Hermes Jeu de Dominos In The Pocket Black Swift Leather New

Located in Miami, FL

Case is Vert Verone in Swift Leather with Clou de Selle snaps Comes with signature Hermes box.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Games

Hermes Change Tray Mises Et Relances Mini Bi-Color Jaune Fauve Mini Model
Hermes Change Tray Mises Et Relances Mini Bi-Color Jaune Fauve Mini Model

Hermes Change Tray Mises Et Relances Mini Bi-Color Jaune Fauve Mini Model

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Beautifully crafted in Clemence leather. Palladium clou de selle snaps. A beautiful desk or bedroom accessory.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French For The Desk

Hermes Nevada Hello Mr Farrier Cap Leather Patch Corde / Gold 59
Hermes Nevada Hello Mr Farrier Cap Leather Patch Corde / Gold 59

Hermes Nevada Hello Mr Farrier Cap Leather Patch Corde / Gold 59

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Adjustable at rear with 2 brushed palladium plated Clou de Selle snaps. NEW or NEVER WORN. Made in Italy final sale CAP SIZE: 59 CONDITION: NEW or NEVER WORN

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Caps

Hermes Bride a Brac Trousse de Toilette Bag Marine Green Large Model
Hermes Bride a Brac Trousse de Toilette Bag Marine Green Large Model

Hermes Bride a Brac Trousse de Toilette Bag Marine Green Large Model

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Top strap, inspired by a Gianpaolo Pagni drawing, features a woven Green zig zag. With two Clou de Selle snaps, the strap opens over a top zip with leather pull.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Other

Hermes Apple AirTag Luggage Tag Luggage Finder
Hermes Apple AirTag Luggage Tag Luggage Finder

Hermes Apple AirTag Luggage Tag Luggage Finder

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Palladium plated hardware. Iconic Clou de Selle stamped Hermes Apple AirTag. Comes with signature Hermes box.

Category

2010s Tech Accessories and Cases

Hermes Ulysse Notebook Cover Blue Nuit MM Model w/ Refill New
Hermes Ulysse Notebook Cover Blue Nuit MM Model w/ Refill New

Hermes Ulysse Notebook Cover Blue Nuit MM Model w/ Refill New

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offes an Hermes Ulysse MM model notebook cover featured in Bleu Nuit togo leather. Palladium Clou de Selle snap. Comes with a new Ulysse notebook refill.

Category

2010s French For The Desk

Hermes Ulysse Notebook Cover Etoupe MM Model with Refill New
Hermes Ulysse Notebook Cover Etoupe MM Model with Refill New

Hermes Ulysse Notebook Cover Etoupe MM Model with Refill New

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offes a guaranteed authentic Hermes Ulysse MM model notebook cover featured in Etoupe togo leather. Palladium Clou de Selle snap. Comes with a new notebook refill.

Category

2010s French For The Desk

Hermes Bag Charm Paddock Bombe Equestrian Helmet Tri-Color Large

Hermes Bag Charm Paddock Bombe Equestrian Helmet Tri-Color Large

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Leather is veau butler and veau swift. Silver clou de selle at top of cap. NEW or NEVER WORN.

Category

2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Grigri Mouche Fly Feather Bag Charm Orange Brick Black Gray
Hermes Grigri Mouche Fly Feather Bag Charm Orange Brick Black Gray

Hermes Grigri Mouche Fly Feather Bag Charm Orange Brick Black Gray

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Light hearted and playful she easily adorns a myriad bag colors in your fabulous collection. Hermes Paris on Clou de Selle silver tag. Comes with signature Hermes box.

Category

2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Hat Limited Edition Baseball Cap 59 New
Hermes Hat Limited Edition Baseball Cap 59 New

Hermes Hat Limited Edition Baseball Cap 59 New

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

The cap shows a white Baseball with navy stitching and HERMES written across the center. 2 HERMES PARIS Clou de Selle snaps at rear. NEW or NEVER WORN 2 identical caps under separat...

Category

2010s French Caps

Hermes Hat Limited Edition U.S. Equestrian Team Cap
Hermes Hat Limited Edition U.S. Equestrian Team Cap

Hermes Hat Limited Edition U.S. Equestrian Team Cap

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

The cap has the official Clou de Selle, the Hermes saddle nail, logo in the front. 2 HERMES PARIS logo snaps just below a USA flag patch.

Category

2010s French Caps

Hermes Ulysse Mini Notebook Cover Vert Amande with Unlined Notebook Refill
Hermes Ulysse Mini Notebook Cover Vert Amande with Unlined Notebook Refill

Hermes Ulysse Mini Notebook Cover Vert Amande with Unlined Notebook Refill

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Hermes Ulysse mini model notebook cover features Vert Amande in Togo leather. Palladium Clou de Selle snap. Comes with a new Ulysse unlined notebook refill.

Category

2010s French For The Desk

Hermes Gri Gri Mouche Fly Feather Bag Charm Blue Black Grey
Hermes Gri Gri Mouche Fly Feather Bag Charm Blue Black Grey

Hermes Gri Gri Mouche Fly Feather Bag Charm Blue Black Grey

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Light hearted and playful she easily adorns a myriad bag colors in your fabulous collection. Hermes Paris on Clou de Selle silver tag. Comes with signature Hermes box.

Category

2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Trousse de Toilette Bride a Brac Large Model Black / Navy
Hermes Trousse de Toilette Bride a Brac Large Model Black / Navy

Hermes Trousse de Toilette Bride a Brac Large Model Black / Navy

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Top strap, inspired by a Gianpaolo Pagni drawing, features an woven Bleu zig zag. With two Clou de Selle snaps, the strap opens over a top zip with leather pull.

Category

2010s French Other

HERMES Paddock Botte Equestrian Boot Bag Charm
HERMES Paddock Botte Equestrian Boot Bag Charm

HERMES Paddock Botte Equestrian Boot Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic coveted Paddock Botte bag charm riding boot in Noir and Rouge H. Silver clou de selle at rear of stirrup. Signature HERMES PARIS MADE IN FRANCE stamp on rear.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Shoe Horn Laquered Wood Black
Hermes Shoe Horn Laquered Wood Black

Hermes Shoe Horn Laquered Wood Black

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Hand lacquered wood with stainless steel Clou de Selle. Helps to preserve the heel counter of your shoes.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Shoes

Hermes Clickazoo Toucan Orange / Lime Whimsical Art Piece New w/Box
Hermes Clickazoo Toucan Orange / Lime Whimsical Art Piece New w/Box

Hermes Clickazoo Toucan Orange / Lime Whimsical Art Piece New w/Box

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

A whimsical Art Piece with Clou de Selle Palladium snaps. This piece snaps together into a Toucan for display.

Category

2010s French Decorative Objects

Hermes Dogon Duo Wallet Black Togo Palladium Hardware
Hermes Dogon Duo Wallet Black Togo Palladium Hardware

Hermes Dogon Duo Wallet Black Togo Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Supple Togo leather accentuated with Palladium hardware. Clou de Selle closure. The wallet has 5 Credit card slots, 3 pockets and a removeable change purse with zipper.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets

Hermes Dogon Duo Wallet Blue Nuit Evercolor Palladium Hardware
Hermes Dogon Duo Wallet Blue Nuit Evercolor Palladium Hardware

Hermes Dogon Duo Wallet Blue Nuit Evercolor Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Supple Evercolor leather accentuated with Palladium hardware. Clou de Selle closure. The wallet has 5 Credit card slots, 3 pockets and a removeable change purse with zipper.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets

Hermes Nevada Mors Cap Etoupe Cotton Hat 59
Hermes Nevada Mors Cap Etoupe Cotton Hat 59

Hermes Nevada Mors Cap Etoupe Cotton Hat 59

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Adjustable at rear with two (2) brushed palladium plated Clou de Selle snaps. Visor length is 2.8". NEW or NEVER WORN.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Caps

Hermes Heritage Bill Clip Fauve Barenia Leather
Hermes Heritage Bill Clip Fauve Barenia Leather

Hermes Heritage Bill Clip Fauve Barenia Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

White top stitch frames the bill clip. Iconic clou de selle at top. Stainless steel hardware. Hidden magnets for closure.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Wallets

Hermes In the Pocket Domino Gold Swift Leather
Hermes In the Pocket Domino Gold Swift Leather

Hermes In the Pocket Domino Gold Swift Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Case is Gold in Swift Leather with palladium Clou de Selle snaps Comes with signature Hermes box.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Games

Hermes Mises Et Relances Mini Change Tray Rouge H
Hermes Mises Et Relances Mini Change Tray Rouge H

Hermes Mises Et Relances Mini Change Tray Rouge H

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Beautifully crafted in Clemence taurillon leather. Palladium clou de selle snaps. Perforated Evelyne H design in center.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French For The Desk

Hermes Garden Party 30 Bag In Leather
Hermes Garden Party 30 Bag In Leather

Hermes Garden Party 30 Bag In Leather

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

We Adore - Hermes Garden Party 30 Bag In Leather Classic chic bag in Neogonda orange leather with palladium hardware. Clou de Selle snap button closure and curvy leather top carry ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes Paddock Botte Equestrian Boot Sable and Craie Bag Charm
Hermes Paddock Botte Equestrian Boot Sable and Craie Bag Charm

Hermes Paddock Botte Equestrian Boot Sable and Craie Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Hermes coveted Paddock Botte Sable and Craie bag charm riding boot. Silver clou de selle at rear of stirrup. Veau Butler and Veau Swift leathers.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Ulysse Notebook Cover with Arpege Refill
Hermes Ulysse Notebook Cover with Arpege Refill

Hermes Ulysse Notebook Cover with Arpege Refill

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Hermes Ulysse small model notebook cover features Black togo leather. Palladium Clou de Selle snap. Comes with a new Ulysse Arpege notebook refill.

Category

2010s French Other

Hermes Hat Cashmere Spider Robot Limited Edition Black Cap 59
Hermes Hat Cashmere Spider Robot Limited Edition Black Cap 59

Hermes Hat Cashmere Spider Robot Limited Edition Black Cap 59

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

The cap shows a blue and gray embroidered robotic spider across the center. 2 Hermes Paris Clou de Selle snaps at rear. Identical cap under separate listing in navy size 59.

Category

2010s French Caps

Hermes Gri Gri Mouche Fly Feather Bag Charm Red Black Gray
Hermes Gri Gri Mouche Fly Feather Bag Charm Red Black Gray

Hermes Gri Gri Mouche Fly Feather Bag Charm Red Black Gray

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Light hearted and playful she easily adorns a myriad bag colors in your fabulous collection. Hermes Paris on Clou de Selle silver tag. Comes with signature Hermes box.

Category

2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Bag Garden Party 36 Bag Bleu Indigo Negonda Leather Palladium New w/Box
Hermes Bag Garden Party 36 Bag Bleu Indigo Negonda Leather Palladium New w/Box

Hermes Bag Garden Party 36 Bag Bleu Indigo Negonda Leather Palladium New w/Box

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

This rich colour is accentuated in plush Negonda leather. Fresh palladium Clou de Selle hardware. Herringbone canvas lining and interior zipper pocket.

Category

2010s French Tote Bags

HERMES: “Samarcande” chess set circa 2010
HERMES: “Samarcande” chess set circa 2010

HERMES: “Samarcande” chess set circa 2010

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

. - Hand-carved natural mahogany and cassia pegs signed with a stainless steel ballast engraved with a Clou de Selle. Made in Indonesia Designed by Studio Hermès Dimensions : W 36 x ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

Hermes Men's Chaine D'Ancre Swim Trunks Turquoise L
Hermes Men's Chaine D'Ancre Swim Trunks Turquoise L

Hermes Men's Chaine D'Ancre Swim Trunks Turquoise L

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Elastic waist and silver metal tipped white drawstring. 2 front pockets and 1 rear pocket with Clou de Selle snap. Lined in white. Fabric is nylon; lining is nylon and elastane. fina...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Swim Trunks

Hermes Garden Party 36 Bag Black Negonda Leather Palladium
Hermes Garden Party 36 Bag Black Negonda Leather Palladium

Hermes Garden Party 36 Bag Black Negonda Leather Palladium

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

This timeless tote bag is accentuated in plush Negonda leather. Fresh palladium Clou de Selle hardware. Herringbone canvas lining and interior zipper pocket.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

Hermes Change Tray Mises Et Relances Etoupe New w/Box
Hermes Change Tray Mises Et Relances Etoupe New w/Box

Hermes Change Tray Mises Et Relances Etoupe New w/Box

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Beautifully crafted featuring Etoupe Clemence leather. Nickelled clou de selle snaps. A beautiful desk or bedroom accessory.

Category

2010s French Decorative Objects

HERMES Paddock Bombe Equestrian Helmet Hat Bag Charm
HERMES Paddock Bombe Equestrian Helmet Hat Bag Charm

HERMES Paddock Bombe Equestrian Helmet Hat Bag Charm

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Leather is veau butler and veau swift. Silver clou de selle at top of cap. Rear is stamped HERMES PARIS MADE IN FRANCE.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Diva Beanie and Cowl Set Gris Cashmere / Silk S
Hermes Diva Beanie and Cowl Set Gris Cashmere / Silk S

Hermes Diva Beanie and Cowl Set Gris Cashmere / Silk S

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Exquisitely soft and light in Cashmere and silk. Polished Palladium Clou de Selle on hat. Can be worn separately and the cowl can be worn around the neck.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Hats

Hermes Fresh Ankle Boot Blanc 39 / 9
Hermes Fresh Ankle Boot Blanc 39 / 9

Hermes Fresh Ankle Boot Blanc 39 / 9

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a pair of Hermes Fresh Ankle Boots featured in White. Round, White leather Clou de Selle plaque. Water repellent parachute fabric boot with calfskin toe cap.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Boots

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Clou De Selle For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary clou de selle you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Gray, Red, Beige and more in stock now. You’re likely to find the perfect clou de selle among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Clou De Selle?

On average, a clou de selle on 1stDibs sells for $898, while they’re typically $264 on the low end and $2,910 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.