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Absolutely magnificent natural Courchevel leather exterior. - Circle 1993. - Brass Hardware. - The Perfect Travel Bag - A Truly impossible find. - Comes with numbers matchin...
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black ardennes leather 55cm Hermes Hac bag with gold hardware. Keys, lock and dust bag in tact
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Hermes Tan Leather HAC 50 Gold Birkin Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
OMG ! What an amazing vintage bag Haut à Courroies 50 called HAC 50, from Hermes. This is a must to
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Hermes Gold Togo Leather Birkin 40cm Hac
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
"HERMES Gold Togo Leather Birkin 40cm HAC This HERMES Birkin 40cm HAC is in Excellent Pre-Owned
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Hermes Birkin 32 Hac Bag Natural Ardennes Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Hermes Hac 32 Birkin in rare Natural Ardennes leather. No longer produced
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Hermes Gold Brown Togo Leather HAC Birkin 50cm Handbag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
A rarely seen reimagining of the iconic Hermès Birkin, this spectacularly large HAC Birkin is a
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Hermes Birkin 32 Hac Bag Black Crocodile Lisse Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic rare Hermes Birkin 32 Hac bag features Black porosus crocodile. It has a tad
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Hermes Birkin Hac 40 Men's Bag Gold Evercolor / Ficelle Toile Bag Palladium
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
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Hermes Hac 40 Gold Evercolor Leather / Ecru Toile Birkin Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a rare Hermes HAC 40 bag featured in Gold with Gold and Ecru Toile. Gold
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HERMES Chevre Leather Rouge H 32cm HAC Birkin Bag W. Gold Hardware 2002
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
HERMES Chevre Leather Rouge H 32cm HAC Birkin Bag W. Gold Hardware 2002 Age: 2002 Made in France
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Hermès birkin 32
By Hermès
Located in Capri, IT
Hermès Courchevel HAC Birkin 32 Gold customized ATC capital letter on the front This luxury
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Hermes Haut à Courroies HAC Gold Toile 50cm Travel Birkin Bag PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Haut à Courroies HAC Gold Toile 50cm Birkin Bag PHW Made In: France Year of Production
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Hermes Birkin 40cm HAC Gold Tan Togo Palladium Bag Z Stamp, 2021 ULTRA RARE
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Hermes Birkin 40cm HAC Gold Tan Togo Palladium Bag Z Stamp, 2021 ULTRA RARE
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Bank Wire Price Only! Hermes Birkin 40cm HAC Gold Tan Togo Palladium Bag Z Stamp, 2021 ULTRA RARE
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Hermes Gold Togo HAC Birkin 40 PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Hermes Gold Togo HAC Birkin 40 PHW SKU: 132377 Condition: Pre-owned Handbag
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Hermes Birkin Hac 32 Fauve Fjord Gold Bag
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes Birkin HAC 32cm in fauve fjord leather and gold tone hardware. Date stamp E for 2001. Minor
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HERMES HAC 32 Handbag in Gold Barénia Leather
By Hermès
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Rare and beautiful HERMES Haut à Courroies (HAC) 32 handbag in gold barénia leather. The hardware
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Hermes Haut à Courroies HAC 60 Birkin Vache Natural Gold Hardware Tan Duffle
By Hermès
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- Vache Natural Tan Leather Exterior ( Exceptional Condition ) - Gold Hardware ( High Polish
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Vintage 1995 Hermes Birkin HAC 32 Lisse Leather Blue Sapphire Bag
By Hermès
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Vintage rare birkin 32 hac in blue sapphire with gold hardware. Good vintage condition with visible
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Hermes Birkin HAC Gold Veau Courchevel leather with Brass Hardware 55
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic, timeless Hermes Birkin HAC Gold Veau Courchevel Leather with Brass Hardware is both
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HERMÈS 40CM HAC GOLD Togo Leather with Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermès 40cm HAC in Gold Retourne Togo Leather with Palladium Hardware B Stamp / 2023
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Hermes Gold Ardennes 32cm HAC Birkin GHW
By Hermès
Located in New York City, NY
Hermès Gold 32cm HAC Birkin in ardennes leather with gold hardware, matching strap, clochette, lock
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40cm Hermes Gold Fjord Leather HAC Birkin
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
GENUINE HERMÈS 40cm HAC [Haut A Courrois] Bag Gold Fjord Leather l Palladium
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Hermes Birkin HAC 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
", Height 10.5", Width 13", Depth 6.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Birkin HAC Handbag Ebene Epsom with Gold
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Gold Togo with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
", Height 10.5", Width 12.5", Depth 6" Designer: Hermes Model: HAC Birkin Bag Gold Togo with Gold Hardware
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Gold Togo with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Gold Togo with Gold Hardware 32, crafted in Gold brown Togo leather
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Jaune Epsom with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
) Interior Material: Leather Hardware Color: Gold Brand Code: H Square (2004) Clair Code: HB.HM.HAC
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Jaune Courchevel with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Jaune Courchevel with Gold Hardware 32, crafted in Jaune yellow
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Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Natural Courchevel with Gold Hardware 32
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Located in NY, NY
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", Width 12.5", Depth 6.5" Designer: Hermes Model: HAC Birkin Bag Gold Courchevel with Gold Hardware 32
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Gold Togo with Palladium Hardware 40
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", Depth 9.5" Designer: Hermes Model: HAC Birkin Bag Gold Togo with Palladium Hardware 40 Exterior Material
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Natural Ardennes with Gold Hardware 32
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Hermes Birkin HAC Orange with Gold Hardware 28cm
By Hermès
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Hermes Birkin HAC Havane Courchevel with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Birkin HAC Havane Courchevel with Gold Hardware 32 exudes traditional Hermes
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HAC Birkin Bag Blue Fjord with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
, Clochette Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 10", Width 13", Depth 6" Designer: Hermes Model: HAC Birkin
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HAC Birkin Bag Brown Togo with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Color: Brown Hardware Color: Gold Brand Code: D Square (2000) Clair Code: HB.HM.HAC.BRWTGH.32 Item
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HAC Birkin Bag Blue Fjord with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
, Clochette Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 10", Width 13", Depth 6" Designer: Hermes Model: HAC Birkin
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Gold Buffalo Skipper With Gold Hardware 50
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
, Clochette Measurements: Handle Drop 3.5", Height 17", Width 19.5", Depth 10.5" Designer: Hermes Model: HAC
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Natural Sable Fjord with Gold Hardware 45
By Hermès
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Natural Vache Natural with Gold Hardware 32
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This Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Natural Vache Natural with Gold Hardware 32, crafted in Natural brown
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Natural Sable Fjord with Gold Hardware 50
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
: Hermes Model: HAC Birkin Bag Natural Sable Fjord with Gold Hardware 50 Exterior Material: Leather Hermes
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Hermes Birkin HAC Ebene Vache Liegee with Gold Hardware 40
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Birkin HAC Ebene Vache Liegee with Gold Hardware 40 is synonymous to
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Noir Clemence with Gold Hardware 50
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 17", Width 22", Depth 11" Designer: Hermes Model: HAC Birkin Bag Noir
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags
Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Noir Ardennes With Gold Hardware 50
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
", Height 17", Width 18", Depth 10" Designer: Hermes Model: HAC Birkin Bag Noir Ardennes with Gold Hardware
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Noir Clemence with Gold Hardware 50
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 4", Height 17", Width 22", Depth 11" Designer: Hermes Model: HAC Birkin Bag Noir
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Fauve Fjord With Gold Hardware 40
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
", Height 14.5", Width 16", Depth 8" Designer: Hermes Model: HAC Birkin Bag Fauve Fjord with Gold Hardware
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Noir Ardennes with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
: Leather Hardware Color: Gold Brand Code: B Square (1998) Clair Code: HB.HM.HAC.BLAGH.32 Item Number
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HAC Birkin Bag Bleu Saphir Ardennes with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
", Width 12.5", Depth 6.5" Designer: Hermes Model: HAC Birkin Bag Bleu Saphir Ardennes with Gold Hardware
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags
Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Noir Ardennes With Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Color: Black Hardware Color: Gold Brand Code: B Square (1998) Clair Code: HB.HM.HAC.BLAGH.32 Item Number
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags
Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Noir Ardennes with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
: Leather Hardware Color: Gold Brand Code: E Square (2001) Clair Code: HB.HM.HAC.BLAGH.32 Item Number
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags
Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Noir Clemence with Gold Hardware 50
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Interior Color: Black Hardware Color: Gold Brand Code: B Square (1998) Clair Code: HB.HM.HAC.BCLGH.50 Item
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags
Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Noir Ardennes with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Interior Color: Black Hardware Color: Gold Brand Code: E Square (2001) Clair Code: HB.HM.HAC.BLAGH.32 Item
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Noir Clemence with Gold Hardware 50
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Interior Color: Black Hardware Color: Gold Brand Code: B Square (1998) Clair Code: HB.HM.HAC.BCLGH.50 Item
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Ebene Courchevel With Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Ebene Courchevel with Gold Hardware 32, crafted in Ebene brown
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags
Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Noir Ardennes with Gold Hardware 45
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
: Hermes Model: HAC Birkin Bag Noir Ardennes with Gold Hardware 45 Exterior Material: Leather Hermes Color
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Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Gold Epsom with Palladium Hardware 28
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes HAC Birkin Bag Gold Epsom with Palladium Hardware 28, crafted in Gold brown Epsom
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags
HAC Birkin Bag Rouge Vif Ardennes with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 3", Height 10", Width 12.5", Depth 6" Designer: Hermes Model: HAC Birkin Bag Rouge
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Find the exact vintage or contemporary piece of hac gold you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Many people prefer Black, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Brown, Purple and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect item from our selection of hac gold may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. Finding a choice in our collection of hac gold for sale for women should be easy, but there are 58 pieces available to browse for men as well.
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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.
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