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Hermes Hac Sizes

Hermes Black HAC 40 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Athens, GA
Hermes Black HAC 40 Bag. New HAC luggage from Hermes. Big carry on size bag. Togo leather
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21st Century and Contemporary European Top Handle Bags

Hermes Hac 40 crocodile graphite
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
HERMES HAC 40 travel bag Condition: very good condition Country of manufacture: France Model
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2010s French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Hermes Hac 40 crocodile graphite
Hermes Hac 40 crocodile graphite
H 14.57 in W 9.45 in L 15.75 in
Hermes Hac 50cm Gold Fjord Leather Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
Brand: Hermes Product: HAC Size: 50cm CM: L 50 cm x H 40.5 cm x D 26 cm Colour: Gold Material
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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Bleu Marine Toile & Black Box Calf Cargo HAC 40 PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Listing Title: Hermès Bleu Marine Toile & Black Box Calf Cargo HAC 40 PHW SKU: 118739 Condition
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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes HAC 50 Men's Birkin Bi Color Blue Nuit / Black Bag Togo Palladium
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a very rare Bi-color Hermes Hac 50 bag - Sac Haut a Courroies - featured in Blue
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21st Century and Contemporary French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

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Hermes Gold Kelly 28 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Athens, GA
Hermes Gold Kelly 28 Bag. Beautiful epsom sellier Kelly bag. Most wanted combination gold tan color with gold hardware. Looks like new condition. Plastic is still on the hardware. St...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Shoulder Bags

Hermes Birkin 30 Vert Fonce Matte Porosus Crocodile Bag Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an exquisite Hermes Birkin 30 bag is featured in in lush deep Vert Fonce Porosus Crocodile. This exotic Hermes Birkin bag in matte Porosus crocodile skin has magni...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier Matte Gris Perle Alligator Mini Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Limited Edition Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier bag featured in Matte Gris Perle alligator. Crisp with palladium hardware. Timeless and highly coveted this exquisite pear...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Azzedine Alaia Vintage Bodycon Knit Black Dress with Openwork Details F/W 1991
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in Nice, FR
AZZEDINE ALAIA vintage black knit stretch dress featuring gorgeous openwork trim details, V-shaped neckline, long sleeves and zipper closure at center back. From the 1991 Fall/Winte...
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20th Century French Day Dresses

Hermès BLACK SHINY POROSUS CROCODILE LEATHER VINTAGE KELLY 28CM SELLIER
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès BLACK SHINY POROSUS CROCODILE LEATHER VINTAGE KELLY 28CM SELLIER CONDITION NOTES The exterior is in excellent condition with light signs of use. The interior is in excellent ...
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1990s French Structured Shoulder Bags

S/S 1999 Jean Paul Gaultier Silk Statue Dress
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Austin, TX
S/S 1999 JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Statue Dress also in Met collection condition: Excellent 100% silk 30" bust, 32" waist, 38" hips, 52.4" length size M, US 6, IT42
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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel Paris-salzburg Mountain Limited Edition Black Shearlng & Leather Backpack
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
CHANEL Paris-Salzburg backpack in exact size and color as seen on Kylie Jenner. Features black calfskin and white (slightly beige) shearling. This model has been sold out and highl...
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2010s Italian Backpacks

Hermès Yellow Birkin 30 with Diamonds
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
This exquisite Hermès bag is a true work of art, crafted with the finest quality yellow leather and adorned with breathtaking diamond-encrusted white-gold hardware. The golden diamon...
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2010s Top Handle Bags

Fantastic Hermes Birkin 40 handbag in Camel (Gold) Chamonix leather, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, IDF
Beautiful Hermès Birkin 40 handbag in Camel (Gold) Chamonix leather, , gold plated metal hardware, double handle in camel leather for a hand carry Flap closure Inner lining in gold ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Roman Malakov 100.19 Carat Total Graduating Mixed Cut Diamond Fringe Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and well crafted high end jewelry necklace showcasing 307 mixed cut diamonds weighing 100.19 carat total. Exquisitely set in an intricate and fringe design, elegantly crafted...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Asscher-Cut Diamond Studs, 14.42 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Remarkably reflective and brilliant, these classic diamond studs feature two Asscher-cut diamonds weighing a combined 14.42 carats. Each gem is certified by the Gemological Institute...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Stud Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Vivienne Westwood black satin evening corset, c. 1990s
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Vivienne Westwood black satin evening corset ▪ Boning designed to cinch the waist and push breasts up ▪ Back zip fastening ▪ FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6 (runs small) ▪ c. 1994-1998
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1990s Italian Corsets

Alexander McQueen black silk corseted bias cut evening dress, ss 2004
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen black silk bias cut evening dress with built-in corseted bodysuit, low plunge neckline and open back. Spring-Summer 2004
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Early 2000s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns

Chanel Ltd Edition La Pausa Rescue Buoy Bag
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Ltd Edition La Pausa Rescue Buoy Bag From 2019 collection in black and white leather with gold hardware. Embroidered 'CC' logos and detailing to the front with a diamond st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel Ltd Edition La Pausa Rescue Buoy Bag
Chanel Ltd Edition La Pausa Rescue Buoy Bag
H 7.09 in W 7.09 in D 2.37 in
Chanel Classic Flap Limited Edition 2005 Black & White Grey Tweed Fur Lizard Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Black fur Chanel multi color tweed and Lizard flap with CC logo clasp Fall/Winter 2005 Silver hardware Interior flap black lambskin lining Soft black graffiti interior lining Class...
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Early 2000s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Kelly Mini Mimosa Alligator Mississippiensis Phw 2024- Brand New in Box
By Hermès
Located in Nicosia, CY
Kelly Mini Mimosa Alligator Mississippiensis Palladium hardware 2024- Brand New in Box Includes lock, two keys, clochette, clochette dust bag, ribbon, care booklet, raincoat, dust ba...
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2010s Tote Bags

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Hermès Birkin 50cm Brown Togo Leather Tote
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
A rarely seen reimagining of the iconic Hermes Birkin, this spectacularly large HAC Birkin is a
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Early 2000s French Tote Bags

Hermes Hac 40 crocodile graphite
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
HERMES HAC 40 travel bag Condition: very good condition Country of manufacture: France Model
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2010s French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Hermes Hac 40 crocodile graphite
Hermes Hac 40 crocodile graphite
H 14.57 in W 9.45 in L 15.75 in
Hermes HAC Birkin 55 (1980)
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hermès HAC Birkin "55cm" Bag Made in France Produced in 1980 Vintage Black Clemence Leather
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1980s French Luggage and Travel Bags

HERMES Vintage HAC 32 Leather Box Bag
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Sophisticated, Haut Courroies Bag said the HAC is in black Box leather, size 32. The jewelry is in
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1980s French Top Handle Bags

HERMES Vintage HAC 32 Leather Box Bag
HERMES Vintage HAC 32 Leather Box Bag
H 10.63 in D 6.7 in L 12.6 in
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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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Birkin 55 Bag Hac Toile Vache Naturelle Brass Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Rare Vintage 55 Hermes Hac in Toile and Vache Naturelle leather. Beautiful
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1990s French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

1stdibs Exclusive Hermès HAC 50cm Endless Roads Gris Perle Multi Leather
By Hermès
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
1stdibs Exclusives From Three Over Six Brand: Hermès Size: Haut à Courroies 50cm “Endless Roads
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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Navy Ostrich Leather HAC 32cm Birkin Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
size ensures regular use along with an internal pocket, and internal zip-compartment. The piece
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20th Century French Top Handle Bags

1983 HERMES Haut à Courroies 50 cm cache natural leather Birkin travel bag
By Hermès
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very rare and beautiful Haut à Courroies 50 cm vache natural leather Birkin travel bag from Hermès
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1980s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Tan leather HAC Birkin bag, size 45, c. 1998
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes HAC Birkin bag, size 45. Tan Vache Natural leather with unpolished gold hardware. Made in
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1990s French Top Handle Bags

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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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

HERMES 2013 50cm Blue Lin Togo Leather HAC Birkin Travel Bag PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes 50cm blue in Birkin with white contrast stitching Features "HAC" haut a courroies, which is
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21st Century and Contemporary French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Vintage Hermes Haut a courroies. in burgundy box leather.
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Vintage Hermes HAC in burgundy box leather. Fair condition: signs of use in the handles ( light
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1970s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Birkin HAC 32, crafted in Ebene brown Epsom leather, features dual rolled handles
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermès Vache Natural 50 cm HAC
By Hermès
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
The rare and beautiful Hermès 50 cm Travel HAC is in better than excellent condition, just back
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1980s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Vache Natural 50 cm HAC
Hermès Vache Natural 50 cm HAC
H 18 in W 19 in D 10 in
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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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

40cm Hermes Gold Fjord Leather HAC Birkin
40cm Hermes Gold Fjord Leather HAC Birkin
H 14.97 in W 15.75 in D 9.06 in
Hermes Blue de Prusse BLUE Togo HAC Haut a Courroies 40 cm size
By Hermès
Located in New York City & Hamptons, NY
items, the HAC, or “high belts” bag, is extremely difficult to get in this color combination. The unisex
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes HAC Marron Fonce Fjord Palladium Hardware 32cm
By Hermès
Located in Houston, TX
Authentic 32cm Hermes HAC in Marron Fonce Fjord with Palladium Hardware. Color : Marron Fonce
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC Orange with Gold Hardware 28cm
By Hermès
Located in Houston, TX
Authentic 28cm Vintage Hermes Birkin Haute a Courroies Bag in Orange with Gold Hardware Color
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC Indigo Evergrain with Palladium Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Birkin HAC Indigo Evergrain with Palladium Hardware 32 exudes traditional
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC Etain Togo with Palladium Hardware 50
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Birkin HAC Etain Togo with Palladium Hardware 50 exudes traditional Hermes
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

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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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC Orange Togo with Palladium Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes HAC Birkin Togo 32 in vibrant Orange is synonymous to traditional Hermes
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC Black Fjord with Palladium Hardware 40
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Birkin HAC Black Fjord with Palladium Hardware 36 exudes traditional Hermes
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC Black Fjord with Palladium Hardware 40
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Birkin HAC Black Fjord with Palladium Hardware 36 exudes traditional Hermes
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC Ebene Togo with Palladium Hardware 50
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Birkin HAC Ebene Togo with Palladium Hardware 50 exudes traditional Hermes
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

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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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes Birkin BAG HAC 32cm CROCODILE Matte Fauve. My Fave!
By Hermès
Located in NYC Tri-State/Miami, NY
Hermes Birkin BAG HAC 32cm CROCODILE Matte Fauve. My Fave! AS ALWAYS..PERFECTION
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Handbags and Purses

Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Noir Ardennes with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Noir Ardennes with Gold Hardware 32, crafted in Noir black Ardennes
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Black Chamonix with Ruthenium Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Black Chamonix with Ruthenium Hardware 32, crafted in black box calf
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Natural Courchevel with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Natural Courchevel with Gold Hardware 32, crafted in Natural brown
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Noir Togo with Palladium Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Noir Togo with Palladium Hardware 32, crafted in Noir black Togo
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Noir Togo with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Noir Togo with Gold Hardware 32, crafted in Noir black Togo leather
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Noir Togo with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Noir Togo with Gold Hardware 32, crafted in Noir black Togo leather
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Black Box Calf with Palladium Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Black Box Calf with Palladium Hardware 32 exudes
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

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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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Rouge H Fjord with Palladium Hardware 40
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Birkin HAC Handbag Rouge H Fjord with Palladium Hardware 40 exudes
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermès HAC Birkin 40 Black Matte Porosus Crocodile Palladium Hardware Bag
By Hermès
Located in NYC Tri-State/Miami, NY
Hermès HAC Birkin 40 Black Matte Porosus Crocodile Palladium Hardware The HAC Birkin, commonly
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Huge Vintage Hermes 55cm Haut a Courroies or HAC Birkin Bag
By Hermès
Located in New Hope, PA
Truly a rare find, Hermes no longer makes the HAC bag in this large size. Originally designed to
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1970s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Hac A Dos, Gris Etain With Palladium Hardware, B Stamp, 2023
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Shop this Hermes Has A Dos in Gris Etain with Palladium plated hardware. This Hac A Dos Backpack
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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Hermes Birkin Troika HAC Black Evercalf and Pony Hair with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic limited edition Hermes Birkin Troika HAC Black Evercalf and Pony Hair with Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes Birkin Troika HAC Black Evercalf and Pony Hair with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic limited edition Hermes Birkin Troika HAC Black Evercalf and Pony Hair with Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes Birkin Troika HAC Black Evercalf and Pony Hair with Gold Hardware 32
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic limited edition Hermes Birkin Troika HAC Black Evercalf and Pony Hair with Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Hermes HAC Haut a Courroies Bleu De Prusse Togo 40cm Bag Blue with GHW JaneFinds
By Hermès
Located in NYC Tri-State/Miami, NY
Hermes Hac Bleu de prusse Leather 40cm Bag with Gold Hardware New Condition 16" Width x 14
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes HAC Haut a Courroies Bleu Ocean Togo 40 cm Bag- Blue with GHW JaneFinds
By Hermès
Located in NYC Tri-State/Miami, NY
Hermes Hac Bleu OceanTogo Leather 40cm Bag with Gold Hardware. New Condition 16" Width x 14
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Rare Hermès HAC Handbag of 50s
By Hermès
Located in Verviers, BE
hardware. Marked: Hermès Paris. Late 50s. Size: 41 x 37 x 24 cm - 16.2 x 14.6 x 9.5 in. Very good
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1950s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Haut à Courroies HAC Birkin Bag
By Hermès
Located in Vancouver, BC
A truly rare piece, this Hermès Birkin is no longer in production in a 55 cm size. Originally used
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1990s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Hermès 40 cm Black Togo Leather HAC Birkin, PHW
By Hermès
Located in Malibu, CA
Hermès Black Togo 40 cm HAC Birkin- NEW; never carried. Considered the ultimate luxury item
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Brand*New Rare Hermès Hac 50 Blue De Galice Togo
By Hermès
Located in Antwerp, BE
, especially in this size 50 and color combined with silver hardware. The HAC is very similar to the Birkin
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes An Iconic 40cm Haut À Courroie Flag Gold Hardwear Limited Edition
By Hermès
Located in NYC Tri-State/Miami, NY
! Hac 40Cm With Gold Hardware Exclusive Janefinds / This Bag Is The Same Size As A 40Cm Birkin But A Bit
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Canvas and Leather Hermes HAC Travel Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Rare giant, and amazing 50cm Hermes HAC (Haut À Courroies). We travel all over the world, and
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20th Century French Modern Trunks and Luggage

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Leather, Canvas

Canvas and Leather Hermes HAC Travel Bag
Canvas and Leather Hermes HAC Travel Bag
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 11.82 in
Hermès Cadenas Lock & 2 Keys HAC bag Palladium Finish/ Excellente Condition
By Hermès
Located in VERGT, FR
HERMES CADENAS LOCK & 2 KEYS FOR HAC BAG FOR BIG BAG KELLY 50 TRAVEL BAG OR BIRKIN / KELLY 40
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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry Rolls

Hermes HAC Haut a Courroies Black Birkin 45cm Bag with GHW
By Hermès
Located in NYC Tri-State/Miami, NY
Hermes Hac Ardennes Black Leather 45cm Bag with Gold Hardware Very Good Condition Measurements: W
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Birkin HAC 50cm TODOO in Gold Togo leather and Gris Clair Wool Felt
By Hermès
Located in Sheridan, WY
New, unworn limited edition Hermes Birkin HAC 50cm TODOO in Gold Togo leather and Gris Clair Wool
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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

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Hermes Hac Sizes For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of hermes hac sizes for sale on 1stDibs. Many people prefer black hermes hac sizes, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find gray and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect accessories for you may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions of these 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. 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 are Hermes Hac Sizes?

The prices for hermes hac sizes start at $13,277 and top out at $245,457 with these items, on average, selling for $43,048.

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.

Finding the Right handbags-purses-bags for You

An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.

Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.

“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bagBirkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”

First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.

They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”

From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.