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Hermes Black Ring

Hermès CDC Ring Collier de Chien Black Leather Size M
Hermès CDC Ring Collier de Chien Black Leather Size M

Hermès CDC Ring Collier de Chien Black Leather Size M

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare and Beautiful Authentic Hermès Ring Called "CDC - Collier de chien" with "medor" studs Made

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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Hermès Collier de Chien CDC Medor Ring Black Leather Ghw Size L RARE
Hermès Collier de Chien CDC Medor Ring Black Leather Ghw Size L RARE

Hermès Collier de Chien CDC Medor Ring Black Leather Ghw Size L RARE

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare and Beautiful Authentic Hermès Ring Called "CDC - Collier de chien" with "médor" studs Made

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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Rings

Hermes New Quadrige Twilly Ring
Hermes New Quadrige Twilly Ring

Hermes New Quadrige Twilly Ring

$399

H 0.75 in W 0.25 in L 1 in

Hermes New Quadrige Twilly Ring

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The Hermès Quadrille Twilly Ring in lacquered palladium-plated brass is the perfect accessory to

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Stainless Steel Evil Eye Bag Charm Pendant Silver Black Bag Ring Key
Hermes Stainless Steel Evil Eye Bag Charm Pendant Silver Black Bag Ring Key

Hermes Stainless Steel Evil Eye Bag Charm Pendant Silver Black Bag Ring Key

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

- Silver colored exterior - No box or pouch Condition: The pendant is in overall great condition with no major imperfections Measurements: ( Approximately In Inches ) 1.6...

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermès New Horse Twilly Scarf Ring
Hermès New Horse Twilly Scarf Ring

Hermès New Horse Twilly Scarf Ring

$299

H 0.75 in W 0.25 in L 1 in

Hermès New Horse Twilly Scarf Ring

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès new twilly ring in lacquered palladium -plated brass. Gold and rose combination. Comes with

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

HERMES Mini Dog Anneaux gold ring black smooth leather lockette bracelet
HERMES Mini Dog Anneaux gold ring black smooth leather lockette bracelet

HERMES Mini Dog Anneaux gold ring black smooth leather lockette bracelet

By Hermès

Located in Hong Kong, NT

HERMES Mini Dog Anneaux gold ring black smooth leather lockette bracelet Reference: AAWC/A01009

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21st Century and Contemporary French More Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Hermès Satin Chaine d'Ancre Scarf Ring
Hermès Satin Chaine d'Ancre Scarf Ring

Hermès Satin Chaine d'Ancre Scarf Ring

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès Hermes Chaine d'Ancre Scarf Ring, allows you to experiment new ways to wear your scarf with

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Bag Charm Ombre Lizard Camail Key Ring
Hermes Bag Charm Ombre Lizard Camail Key Ring

Hermes Bag Charm Ombre Lizard Camail Key Ring

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers anHermes Camail Key Ring bag charm features Coveted Ombre Lizard. Charming and

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

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Hermès Leather Scarf Ring
Hermès Leather Scarf Ring

Hermès Leather Scarf Ring

By Hermès

Located in Milan, IT

Hermès Leather Scarf Ring Black and Brown Length 19 Cm Width 2,5 cm

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2010s Italian Belts

Hermès Ring croc Vintage Bag
Hermès Ring croc Vintage Bag

Hermès Ring croc Vintage Bag

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H 6.3 in D 1.38 in L 10.24 in

Hermès Ring croc Vintage Bag

By Hermès

Located in VERGT, FR

Wonderfull Hermès Vintage Bag Crocodile Leather Color : Brown Gold plated Hadware Year : 1960 No

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1960s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

HERMÉS Collier de Chien 18K Rose Gold Black Spinel Ring
HERMÉS Collier de Chien 18K Rose Gold Black Spinel Ring

HERMÉS Collier de Chien 18K Rose Gold Black Spinel Ring

By Hermès

Located in Henderson, NV

Hermés 18k rose gold ring from the iconic Collier de Chien collection. The band features the

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Black Spinel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Hermes 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Enamel Cliq H Ring
Hermes 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Enamel Cliq H Ring

Hermes 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Enamel Cliq H Ring

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: Hermes Material: 18k yellow gold Ring Size: 6 Weight: 4.59 grams

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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Hermès 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Enamel Clic H Ring
Vintage Hermès 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Enamel Clic H Ring

Vintage Hermès 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Enamel Clic H Ring

By Hermès

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a fabulous vintage Hermès logo ring crafted in 18K yellow gold. It is adorned with black

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Late 20th Century French Modern Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Hermes Move H Ring in Sterling Silver and Orange Enamel (6)
Hermes Move H Ring in Sterling Silver and Orange Enamel (6)

Hermes Move H Ring in Sterling Silver and Orange Enamel (6)

Located in Port Hope, ON

throughout. Hermes and sterling marks on the inside of the ring. Pouch, box and ribbon included

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21st Century and Contemporary French Band Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hermes Horse & Ring Palladium Keychain
Hermes Horse & Ring Palladium Keychain

Hermes Horse & Ring Palladium Keychain

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Brand new in box Hermes horse keychain with additional keyring that can be used separately.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Other

Hermès New Horse Twilly Scarf Ring
Hermès New Horse Twilly Scarf Ring

Hermès New Horse Twilly Scarf Ring

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H 0.75 in W 0.25 in L 1 in

Hermès New Horse Twilly Scarf Ring

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès new twilly ring in lacquered palladium -plated brass. Black and gold combination. Comes

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermès vintage Crocodile Sac Ring bag
Hermès vintage Crocodile Sac Ring bag

Hermès vintage Crocodile Sac Ring bag

By Hermès

Located in Austin, TX

Hermès black crocodile vintage Sac Ring bag with gold-tone hardware. Single pocket at front flap

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1950s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès New Horse Twilly Scarf Ring
Hermès New Horse Twilly Scarf Ring

Hermès New Horse Twilly Scarf Ring

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H 0.75 in W 0.25 in L 1 in

Hermès New Horse Twilly Scarf Ring

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès new twilly ring in lacquered palladium -plated brass. Palladium and fauve combination

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermès Special Order Crocodile Leather Ring Binder
Hermès Special Order Crocodile Leather Ring Binder

Hermès Special Order Crocodile Leather Ring Binder

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

with this special order horseshoe Black crocodile leather ring binder from Hermès featuring an embossed

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20th Century Unknown For The Desk

Hermès Green Ring Carre 25hz1009 Scarf/Wrap
Hermès Green Ring Carre 25hz1009 Scarf/Wrap

Hermès Green Ring Carre 25hz1009 Scarf/Wrap

By Hermès

Located in Dix hills, NY

OVERALL NEW CONDITION ( 10/10 or N ) Retail $510 Signs of Wear: The item is Brand New. Date Code/Serial Number: O in a square G11 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 9" He...

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20th Century Scarves

Hermes Bag Charm Ombre Lizard Camail Key Ring new
Hermes Bag Charm Ombre Lizard Camail Key Ring new

Hermes Bag Charm Ombre Lizard Camail Key Ring new

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic coveted Hermes Camail Key Ring bag charm features Coveted Ombre Lizard

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2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

HERMES Key Ring Clochette 'Le Touquet' in Brown Crocodile Leather
HERMES Key Ring Clochette 'Le Touquet' in Brown Crocodile Leather

HERMES Key Ring Clochette 'Le Touquet' in Brown Crocodile Leather

By Hermès

Located in Paris, FR

HERMES Key ring clochette model 'Le Touquet' in brown crocodile leather. Brown leather lanyard

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2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

HERMES Marine blue Box leather EMBLE RING Shoulder Bag VINTAGE
HERMES Marine blue Box leather EMBLE RING Shoulder Bag VINTAGE

HERMES Marine blue Box leather EMBLE RING Shoulder Bag VINTAGE

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Vintage Ring shoulder bag in bleu marine Veau Box leather featuring gold-tone

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1960s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Modernist Tahitian Black Pearl Gold Ring
Hermes Modernist Tahitian Black Pearl Gold Ring

Hermes Modernist Tahitian Black Pearl Gold Ring

By Hermès

Located in Southampton, PA

18k White Gold Tahitian Black Pearl Modernist Ring by Hermes. With 1 Tahitian Black Pearl 10mm

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Vintage 1970s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Pearl, 18k Gold

Hermès  Niloticus Lumière black spinel and diamond ring in 18k rose gold.
Hermès  Niloticus Lumière black spinel and diamond ring in 18k rose gold.

Hermès Niloticus Lumière black spinel and diamond ring in 18k rose gold.

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Niloticus Lumière black spinel and diamond ring in 18k rose gold. The ring features two

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21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Black Spinel, Rose Gold

Preowned Hermes Kelly Motif Gold Tone Scarf Ring, Black
Preowned Hermes Kelly Motif Gold Tone Scarf Ring, Black

Preowned Hermes Kelly Motif Gold Tone Scarf Ring, Black

By Hermès

Located in Old Tappan, NJ

Preowned Hermes Kelly Motif gold tone scarf ring with padlock charm and black leather. * Made in

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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Brooches

Hermes 2015 Black/Blue Electric Carmen Uno-Dos Key Ring W/ DB
Hermes 2015 Black/Blue Electric Carmen Uno-Dos Key Ring W/ DB

Hermes 2015 Black/Blue Electric Carmen Uno-Dos Key Ring W/ DB

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes 2015 Black/Blue Electric Carmen Uno-Dos Key Ring W/ DB Made In: France Year of Production

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21st Century and Contemporary Wallets and Small Accessories

HERMES blue leather RING Bag Marine Box VINTAGE
HERMES blue leather RING Bag Marine Box VINTAGE

HERMES blue leather RING Bag Marine Box VINTAGE

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Ring handbag in bleu marine Veau Box leather. Opens with a gold-tone Ring

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1960s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Basketball Key Ring Bleu De Malte / Blanc / Bordeaux
Hermès Basketball Key Ring Bleu De Malte / Blanc / Bordeaux

Hermès Basketball Key Ring Bleu De Malte / Blanc / Bordeaux

By Hermès

Located in West Chester, PA

Hermes BASKETBALL KEY RING Bleu De Malte / Blanc / Bordeaux Retail $ 1025 Plus Tax We Are Bringing

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2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermès Ring Scarf of Jewel Ring in Green Courchevel Leather Golden Hdw RARE
Hermès Ring Scarf of Jewel Ring in Green Courchevel Leather Golden Hdw RARE

Hermès Ring Scarf of Jewel Ring in Green Courchevel Leather Golden Hdw RARE

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare and Beautiful Authentic Hermès Ring for Scarf Pattern: Triangle Made in France Made of

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20th Century French Scarves

Hermès Vintage Lotus Flowers Enamel Printed Napkin Rings Holders Set of 2
Hermès Vintage Lotus Flowers Enamel Printed Napkin Rings Holders Set of 2

Hermès Vintage Lotus Flowers Enamel Printed Napkin Rings Holders Set of 2

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Beautiful Authentic Hermès Napkin Rings Set of 2 Pattern: Lotus Flowers Made in Austria

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Late 20th Century Austrian For The Table

RARE Hermès Vintage Silver Apple Ring Size 53
RARE Hermès Vintage Silver Apple Ring Size 53

RARE Hermès Vintage Silver Apple Ring Size 53

By Hermès

Located in VERGT, FR

Apple Vintage Ring Hermès Nice volume Silver 925 Size : french size 53 Inscribed 53 inside but

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Vintage 1980s French Fashion Rings

Materials

Silver

RARE Vintage Hermès H d'Hermès Ring Silver 925 and Gold 18k Size 11 US
RARE Vintage Hermès H d'Hermès Ring Silver 925 and Gold 18k Size 11 US

RARE Vintage Hermès H d'Hermès Ring Silver 925 and Gold 18k Size 11 US

By Hermès

Located in VERGT, FR

MAGNIFIC Hermès Vintage Ring H d'Hermès Silver 925 and H in Gold 18k Weight 8.7 g Size usa 11 or

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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hermès Vintage Moove Ring Silver 925 and enamel 11 USA Size
Hermès Vintage Moove Ring Silver 925 and enamel 11 USA Size

Hermès Vintage Moove Ring Silver 925 and enamel 11 USA Size

By Hermès

Located in VERGT, FR

MAGNIFIC Hermès Vintage Ring Silver 925 and Black enamel Weight 7.1g Size usa 11 or 51 Europe size

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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

RARE Hermès Vintage Africa Ring Silver 925 and Gold 18k Size 12 US
RARE Hermès Vintage Africa Ring Silver 925 and Gold 18k Size 12 US

RARE Hermès Vintage Africa Ring Silver 925 and Gold 18k Size 12 US

By Hermès

Located in VERGT, FR

MAGNIFIC Hermès Vintage Ring Silver 925 and Gold 18k Weight 10.6 g Size usa 12 or 52 Europe size

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Vintage 1980s French Fashion Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hermes Scarf Ring
Hermes Scarf Ring

Hermes Scarf Ring

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W 0.6 in Dm 1.1 in

Hermes Scarf Ring

By Hermès

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Presented here is a beautiful scarf ring from Hermes Paris. This beautiful scarf ring is made from

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Ring Belt Marine
Hermes Ring Belt Marine

Hermes Ring Belt Marine

By Hermès

Located in Paris, IDF

Hermès "Ring" belt 45 cm in marine box leather. Adjustable clasp with gold metal clip. Size 78 In

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21st Century and Contemporary French Belts

Hermès Blue Vintage Ring  Bag
Hermès Blue Vintage Ring  Bag

Hermès Blue Vintage Ring Bag

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H 6.7 in W 10.24 in D 1.19 in

Hermès Blue Vintage Ring Bag

By Hermès

Located in Antwerp, BE

Hermès Blue Shoulder Bag Complete your party outfit with this gorgeous Hermès bag. All your party

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Exceptional Hermes "Ring" handbag c.1955
Exceptional Hermes "Ring" handbag c.1955

Exceptional Hermes "Ring" handbag c.1955

By Hermès

Located in Verviers, BE

Fabulous Hermes Ring handbag of the 50s. Exceptional brown porosus crocodile leather. Brown will be

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1950s French Top Handle Bags

Unworn HERMÉS PARIS Black with gold ring and bar detail swimsuit
Unworn HERMÉS PARIS Black with gold ring and bar detail swimsuit

Unworn HERMÉS PARIS Black with gold ring and bar detail swimsuit

By Hermès

Located in Newport Beach, CA

Unworn HERMÉS PARIS Black with gold ring and bar detail swimsuit. Wrap around self fabric belt

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21st Century and Contemporary French Swimwear

Hermes Vintage Brown Box Leather Ring Bag
Hermes Vintage Brown Box Leather Ring Bag

Hermes Vintage Brown Box Leather Ring Bag

By Hermès

Located in Paris, FR

Nice Vintage Hermes Ring bag in brown box leather and golden hardware. Size 10.5*6.5 inches Good

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1960s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Vintage Sac Ring Shoulder Bag Box Calf
Hermes Vintage Sac Ring Shoulder Bag Box Calf

Hermes Vintage Sac Ring Shoulder Bag Box Calf

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

", Strap Drop 15" Designer: Hermes Model: Vintage Sac Ring Shoulder Bag Box Calf Exterior Material: Leather

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21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Hermes Dark Brown Leather O Ring Buckle Belt 115cm
Hermes Dark Brown Leather O Ring Buckle Belt 115cm

Hermes Dark Brown Leather O Ring Buckle Belt 115cm

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

From Hermes' wide range of accessories comes this belt made from leather. It is durable and minimal

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2010s French Belts

Pristine Vintage Hermes 'Sac Ring' Black Porosus Crocodile Shoulder Bag
Pristine Vintage Hermes 'Sac Ring' Black Porosus Crocodile Shoulder Bag

Pristine Vintage Hermes 'Sac Ring' Black Porosus Crocodile Shoulder Bag

By Hermès

Located in By Appointment Only, GB

An Absolutely Stunning Vintage Hermes 'Sac Ring' Shoulder Bag finished in Black Crocodile with Gold

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1970s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Ring Handbag by Hermes from 1975
Ring Handbag by Hermes from 1975

Ring Handbag by Hermes from 1975

By Hermès

Located in Paris, IDF

Brown handbag called "Ring" signed by Hermès Paris Made In France, gold hardware, inside pockets

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1970s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermès Key Ring Clochette, Black
Hermès Key Ring Clochette, Black

Hermès Key Ring Clochette, Black

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H 18.5 in W 2 in D 0.1 in

Hermès Key Ring Clochette, Black

By Hermès

Located in Vancouver, BC

Hermès clochette lanyard in black. Good vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age and

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Early 2000s French Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Leather

Hermès Key Ring Clochette Necklace, Black
Hermès Key Ring Clochette Necklace, Black

Hermès Key Ring Clochette Necklace, Black

By Hermès

Located in Vancouver, BC

Vintage Hermès clochette lanyard with key rings in black, white stitching.

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1990s French Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Leather

Hermès Key Ring Tab Brown Leather and Palladium L SIZE / Brand New
Hermès Key Ring Tab Brown Leather and Palladium L SIZE / Brand New

Hermès Key Ring Tab Brown Leather and Palladium L SIZE / Brand New

By Hermès

Located in VERGT, FR

Hermès Key Rin TAB Stamped Hermès Sellier Hermès Paris on the loop Ganterie Maroquinerie de Saint

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21st Century and Contemporary French Other

Hermès Key Ring Tab Brown Leather and Palladium L SIZE / Brand New
Hermès Key Ring Tab Brown Leather and Palladium L SIZE / Brand New

Hermès Key Ring Tab Brown Leather and Palladium L SIZE / Brand New

By Hermès

Located in VERGT, FR

Hermès Key Rin TAB Stamped Hermès Sellier Hermès Paris on the loop Ganterie Maroquinerie de Saint

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21st Century and Contemporary French Other

Hermès Key Ring Clochette Necklace, Dark Brown
Hermès Key Ring Clochette Necklace, Dark Brown

Hermès Key Ring Clochette Necklace, Dark Brown

By Hermès

Located in Vancouver, BC

Vintage Hermès Clochette Lanyard with key rings in dark brown, white stitching.

Category

1990s French Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Leather

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Hermès Collier De Chien Sterling Silver Ring
Hermès Collier De Chien Sterling Silver Ring

Hermès Collier De Chien Sterling Silver Ring

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Hermès 'Collier De Chien' medium design ring. Polished silver with bridal ring and double row of four pyramidal studs. Signed 'HERMES' with sterling silver mark 'Ag925' '53'. Incl...

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2010s French Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Mini Lin Speedy 30 Bag
Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Mini Lin Speedy 30 Bag

Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Mini Lin Speedy 30 Bag

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Louis Vuitton Vintage Monogram Mini Lin Speedy 30 is crafted from iconic Ebene monogram canvas, complemented by dark brown leather trim and dual rounded handles. Measuring 11.8" ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Flower Shaped Ring Silver and Gold Size 7 / 53 Resizable
Hermès Flower Shaped Ring Silver and Gold Size 7 / 53 Resizable

Hermès Flower Shaped Ring Silver and Gold Size 7 / 53 Resizable

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Lovely and Rare Authentic Hermès Ring In shape of a flower with 5 petals Made of Silver 925 and Yellow Gold in the middle "HERMÈS 53 925" engraved inside Size: 53 FR - 7 / 7,5 US...

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Late 20th Century Unknown More Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver

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Hermes Black Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact hermes black ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, silver and 18k gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 18 vintage editions and 40 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a hermes black ring may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A hermes black ring from Hermès, Chanel and Fendi — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A hermes black ring can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 3, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for an emerald cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and rose cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a hermes black ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Hermes Black Ring?

The price for a hermes black ring starts at $195 and tops out at $11,769 with these bracelets, on average, selling for $895.

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.