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HERMES Evelyne PM Blue Jean Togo Leather GHW Shoulder Bag, 2004
HERMES Evelyne PM Blue Jean Togo Leather GHW Shoulder Bag, 2004

HERMES Evelyne PM Blue Jean Togo Leather GHW Shoulder Bag, 2004

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date stamp is in a square H to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne PM blue jean TOGO leather GHW shoulder bag, 2004
Hermes Evelyne PM blue jean TOGO leather GHW shoulder bag, 2004

Hermes Evelyne PM blue jean TOGO leather GHW shoulder bag, 2004

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

togo leather exterior with sueded leather interior Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne PM Brownish Red Epsom Leather GHW Shoulder Bag, 2002
Hermes Evelyne PM Brownish Red Epsom Leather GHW Shoulder Bag, 2002

Hermes Evelyne PM Brownish Red Epsom Leather GHW Shoulder Bag, 2002

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

: Reddish brown leather. Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date stamp is in a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Hermes Vespa MM Vert Anis Clemence leather GWH shoulder bag, 2000
Hermes Vespa MM Vert Anis Clemence leather GWH shoulder bag, 2000

Hermes Vespa MM Vert Anis Clemence leather GWH shoulder bag, 2000

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

approx 16'' ALL MEASURES ARE APPROXIMATE Leather: vert anis leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes

Category

Late 20th Century French Shoulder Bags

Superb Pair Hermes Paris Mid Century Stirrup Cufflinks 18ct Gold, Circa 1965
Superb Pair Hermes Paris Mid Century Stirrup Cufflinks 18ct Gold, Circa 1965

Superb Pair Hermes Paris Mid Century Stirrup Cufflinks 18ct Gold, Circa 1965

By Hermès

Located in Kenley surrey, GB

A Fine quality pair of Mid Century Modern cufflinks by Hermes. These are crafted from 18 carat

Category

Vintage 1960s French Modernist Cufflinks

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Hermes Evelyne PM red Epsom leather GHW shoulder bag, 2004, OK condition
Hermes Evelyne PM red Epsom leather GHW shoulder bag, 2004, OK condition

Hermes Evelyne PM red Epsom leather GHW shoulder bag, 2004, OK condition

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date stamp is in a square H to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne GM white Clemence leather shoulder bag, 2003
Hermes Evelyne GM white Clemence leather shoulder bag, 2003

Hermes Evelyne GM white Clemence leather shoulder bag, 2003

By Hermès, Evelyne GM

Located in Holland, PA

APPROXIMATE Leather: White Clemence leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne GM orange Clemence leather SHW shoulder bag, 2002
Hermes Evelyne GM orange Clemence leather SHW shoulder bag, 2002

Hermes Evelyne GM orange Clemence leather SHW shoulder bag, 2002

By Hermès, Evelyne GM

Located in Holland, PA

APPROXIMATE Leather: beautiful orange clemence leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

Hermes Evelyne GM Parchmein Clemence leather SHW shoulder bag, 2002
Hermes Evelyne GM Parchmein Clemence leather SHW shoulder bag, 2002

Hermes Evelyne GM Parchmein Clemence leather SHW shoulder bag, 2002

By Hermès, Evelyne GM

Located in Holland, PA

Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date stamp is in a square D to signify made

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

Hermes Evelyne GM Vert Bengale EPSOM leather GHW Shoulder bag, 1996
Hermes Evelyne GM Vert Bengale EPSOM leather GHW Shoulder bag, 1996

Hermes Evelyne GM Vert Bengale EPSOM leather GHW Shoulder bag, 1996

By Hermès, Evelyne GM

Located in Holland, PA

approx 17.5'' ALL MEASURES ARE APPROXIMATE Leather: Epsom Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in

Category

1990s French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne GM electric blue Epsom leather GHW shoulder bag, 2000
Hermes Evelyne GM electric blue Epsom leather GHW shoulder bag, 2000

Hermes Evelyne GM electric blue Epsom leather GHW shoulder bag, 2000

By Hermès, Evelyne GM

Located in Holland, PA

HERMES EVELYNE GM ELECTRIC BLUE EPSOM LEATHER GHW SHOULDER BAG, 2000 This bag is in excellent

Category

Late 20th Century French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne GM burnt orange Epsom leather SHW shoulder bag, 2005
Hermes Evelyne GM burnt orange Epsom leather SHW shoulder bag, 2005

Hermes Evelyne GM burnt orange Epsom leather SHW shoulder bag, 2005

By Hermès, Evelyne GM

Located in Holland, PA

Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date stamp is in a square I to signify made

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne GM red Vache Liegee leather SHW shoulder bag, 2002
Hermes Evelyne GM red Vache Liegee leather SHW shoulder bag, 2002

Hermes Evelyne GM red Vache Liegee leather SHW shoulder bag, 2002

By Hermès, Evelyne GM

Located in Holland, PA

liegee leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date stamp is in a square

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

HERMES Gold Bracelet
HERMES Gold Bracelet

HERMES Gold Bracelet

Located in New York City, NY

An elegant gold bracelet by Hermes Paris. Signed with French Hallmarks.

Category

French Chain Bracelets

HERMES Gold Golf Ball Cufflinks
HERMES Gold Golf Ball Cufflinks

HERMES Gold Golf Ball Cufflinks

Located in New York City, NY

A charming pair of gold cufflinks by Hermes. Signed with French Hallmarks.

Hermes Chaine d'Ancre Gold Necklace
Hermes Chaine d'Ancre Gold Necklace

Hermes Chaine d'Ancre Gold Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Hermes classic Chaine d'ancre nautical themed necklace. 16.5" long. Signed HERMES with French

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

1950s Hermès 18 Karat Gold Pencil
1950s Hermès 18 Karat Gold Pencil

1950s Hermès 18 Karat Gold Pencil

Located in Sale, Cheshire

hallmarks and signed Hermès; it'll change your life (or at least how you write). MEASUREMENTS Length

Category

Mid-20th Century French Modernist More Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Les Tuileries Hermes Paris Turquoise Scarf
Les Tuileries Hermes Paris Turquoise Scarf

Les Tuileries Hermes Paris Turquoise Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Litchfield County, CT

Hermes Paris Les Tuileries turquoise silk scarf with care tag. Hallmarked J Metz with another

Category

20th Century Scarves

Hermès Silver Plate Horse Head Corkscrew
Hermès Silver Plate Horse Head Corkscrew

Hermès Silver Plate Horse Head Corkscrew

By Hermès

Located in Waltham, MA

House of Hermès double horse head corkscrew in silver plate. Horses heads act as a handle to pull

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Silver Plate

Hermes Sterling Silver Collar Necklace
Hermes Sterling Silver Collar Necklace

Hermes Sterling Silver Collar Necklace

By Hermès

Located in Lambertville, NJ

measures 2 3/4". Necklace is 20mm wide and weighs 89.6 grams. Marked Hermes Paris, french hallmarks.

Category

20th Century French More Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hermes 1970s  Gold Buckle Ring
Hermes 1970s  Gold Buckle Ring

Hermes 1970s Gold Buckle Ring

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

centuries for its clean lines and fashionable undertones. Signed Hermes with French hallmarks present. Size

Category

Vintage 1930s Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Hermès Parade Gold Knot Earrings
Hermès Parade Gold Knot Earrings

Hermès Parade Gold Knot Earrings

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

: 18K Yellow Gold Hallmark: 18K Signature: Hermes Location: Back of Piece Metal Finish: High Polish

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Hermès Classic Gold Feather Motif Earrings
Hermès Classic Gold Feather Motif Earrings

Hermès Classic Gold Feather Motif Earrings

By Hermès

Located in Atlanta, GA

detailed signed Hermes with French Eagle hallmark. 1 inch in length.

Category

Late 20th Century French Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Hermes TGM Chaîne d'Ancre Silver Bracelet
Hermes TGM Chaîne d'Ancre Silver Bracelet

Hermes TGM Chaîne d'Ancre Silver Bracelet

By Hermès

Located in London, Chelsea

d'Ancre bracelet is made in solid sterling silver. The size is TGM. Hermes signed and fully hallmarked

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hermes 35cm Black Ardennes Birkin Handbag, Year 2002
Hermes 35cm Black Ardennes Birkin Handbag, Year 2002

Hermes 35cm Black Ardennes Birkin Handbag, Year 2002

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

Strap: 5.25" strap drop Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date stamp is F in a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

HERMES Vespa PM Chocolate/Cocoan Clemence Leather Shoulder Bag
HERMES Vespa PM Chocolate/Cocoan Clemence Leather Shoulder Bag

HERMES Vespa PM Chocolate/Cocoan Clemence Leather Shoulder Bag

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

drop from top of fold to top of bag is approx 17''. Strap is not adjustable. Stamped Hallmarks

Category

1990s French Handbags and Purses

Hermès Colorful Baby Blue Printed Enamel Narrow Thin Gold Bracelet
Hermès Colorful Baby Blue Printed Enamel Narrow Thin Gold Bracelet

Hermès Colorful Baby Blue Printed Enamel Narrow Thin Gold Bracelet

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

: Enamel Jewelry Material: Enamel, Gold Plated Material Color: Baby Blue Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Hermès Colorful Patterned Wide Bangle Bracelet, Printed Color Blue Enamel
Hermès Colorful Patterned Wide Bangle Bracelet, Printed Color Blue Enamel

Hermès Colorful Patterned Wide Bangle Bracelet, Printed Color Blue Enamel

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

: (greater than) < 7.5 inches Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France ​​​​​​​Includes: Brilliance Jewels

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Enamel

Hermès Colorful Patterned Wide Bangle Bracelet, Printed Color Blue Enamel
Hermès Colorful Patterned Wide Bangle Bracelet, Printed Color Blue Enamel

Hermès Colorful Patterned Wide Bangle Bracelet, Printed Color Blue Enamel

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

: (greater than) < 7.5 inches Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France ​​​​​​​Includes: Brilliance Jewels

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Enamel

Hermès Collier de Chien Bracelet in Box Calfskin, Pyramid Studs
Hermès Collier de Chien Bracelet in Box Calfskin, Pyramid Studs

Hermès Collier de Chien Bracelet in Box Calfskin, Pyramid Studs

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

: (greater than) < 7.5 inches Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France ​​​​​​​Closure: Adjustable

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets

HERMES Vespa PM Chocolate/Cocoan Clemence Leather Shoulder Bag
HERMES Vespa PM Chocolate/Cocoan Clemence Leather Shoulder Bag

HERMES Vespa PM Chocolate/Cocoan Clemence Leather Shoulder Bag

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

11 inches x 3 inches with 17'' strap drop Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on

Category

Late 20th Century French Shoulder Bags

1970s Hermès Silver Yellow Gold Buckle Clasp Curb Link Bracelet
1970s Hermès Silver Yellow Gold Buckle Clasp Curb Link Bracelet

1970s Hermès Silver Yellow Gold Buckle Clasp Curb Link Bracelet

By Hermès

Located in Columbia, MO

". Signed Hermès & stamped with French hallmarks, this classic bracelet is a timeless piece of

Category

Vintage 1970s French Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

HERMES Vespa PM Red Vache Liegee Leather Shoulder Bag
HERMES Vespa PM Red Vache Liegee Leather Shoulder Bag

HERMES Vespa PM Red Vache Liegee Leather Shoulder Bag

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

bag is approx 17'' ALL MEASURES ARE APPROXIMATE Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on

Category

Late 20th Century French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne GM Black Clemence Leather GHW Shoulder Bag, 2004
Hermes Evelyne GM Black Clemence Leather GHW Shoulder Bag, 2004

Hermes Evelyne GM Black Clemence Leather GHW Shoulder Bag, 2004

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

MEASURES ARE APPROXIMATE Leather: Black clemence leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne PM Cream Clemence Leather SHW Shoulder Bag, 2005
Hermes Evelyne PM Cream Clemence Leather SHW Shoulder Bag, 2005

Hermes Evelyne PM Cream Clemence Leather SHW Shoulder Bag, 2005

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

Leather: cream clemence leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date stamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne PM Brown Epsom Leather GHW Shoulder Bag, 2004
Hermes Evelyne PM Brown Epsom Leather GHW Shoulder Bag, 2004

Hermes Evelyne PM Brown Epsom Leather GHW Shoulder Bag, 2004

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

ARE APPROXIMATE Leather: Chocolate Brown Epsom leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Shoulder Bags

HERMES KELLY 32cm Black Box Calf Silver Hardware Strap Handbag
HERMES KELLY 32cm Black Box Calf Silver Hardware Strap Handbag

HERMES KELLY 32cm Black Box Calf Silver Hardware Strap Handbag

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

MEASURES ARE APPROXIMATE Leather: black box leather with silver hardware Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris

Category

1990s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Evelyne PM orange Epsom leather SHW shoulder bag, 2006
Hermes Evelyne PM orange Epsom leather SHW shoulder bag, 2006

Hermes Evelyne PM orange Epsom leather SHW shoulder bag, 2006

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

thick and soft epsom leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date stamp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

Hermes Evelyne PM natural Barenia leather SHW shoulder bag, 1999
Hermes Evelyne PM natural Barenia leather SHW shoulder bag, 1999

Hermes Evelyne PM natural Barenia leather SHW shoulder bag, 1999

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

'' ALL MEASURES ARE APPROXIMATE Leather: natural barenia leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris

Category

1990s French Handbags and Purses

HERMES Evelyne PM Red Epsom Leather SHW Shoulder Bag, 2007
HERMES Evelyne PM Red Epsom Leather SHW Shoulder Bag, 2007

HERMES Evelyne PM Red Epsom Leather SHW Shoulder Bag, 2007

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

APPROXIMATE Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date stamp is in a square K to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Hermès Colorful Black Pink and Blue Printed Enamel Narrow Thin Bracelet
Hermès Colorful Black Pink and Blue Printed Enamel Narrow Thin Bracelet

Hermès Colorful Black Pink and Blue Printed Enamel Narrow Thin Bracelet

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

: Enamel Jewelry Material: Enamel, Palladium Plated Material Color: Black, Pink, Blue Hallmarks: Hermes

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Palladium, Enamel

HERMES Evelyne PM gray-blue togo leather SHW shoulder bag, 2012
HERMES Evelyne PM gray-blue togo leather SHW shoulder bag, 2012

HERMES Evelyne PM gray-blue togo leather SHW shoulder bag, 2012

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

APPROXIMATE Leather: blue gray thick and soft togo leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

Hermes Evelyne PM blue jean Epsom leather SHW shoulder bag, 2005
Hermes Evelyne PM blue jean Epsom leather SHW shoulder bag, 2005

Hermes Evelyne PM blue jean Epsom leather SHW shoulder bag, 2005

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date stamp is in a square I to signify made

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne PM blue jean Clemence leather SHW shoulder bag, 2005
Hermes Evelyne PM blue jean Clemence leather SHW shoulder bag, 2005

Hermes Evelyne PM blue jean Clemence leather SHW shoulder bag, 2005

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date stamp is in a square I to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

Hermes Evelyne PM II cream Togo leather SHW shoulder bag, 2005
Hermes Evelyne PM II cream Togo leather SHW shoulder bag, 2005

Hermes Evelyne PM II cream Togo leather SHW shoulder bag, 2005

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

MEASURES ARE APPROXIMATE Leather: beige/cream thick and soft togo leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

HERMES Evelyne PM burgundy wine clemence leather GHW shoulder bag, 2001
HERMES Evelyne PM burgundy wine clemence leather GHW shoulder bag, 2001

HERMES Evelyne PM burgundy wine clemence leather GHW shoulder bag, 2001

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

Leather: Burgundy Wine thick and soft clemence leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

HERMES Evelyne GM Candy Apple Green Togo Leather GHW Shoulder Bag, 2003
HERMES Evelyne GM Candy Apple Green Togo Leather GHW Shoulder Bag, 2003

HERMES Evelyne GM Candy Apple Green Togo Leather GHW Shoulder Bag, 2003

By Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

bag is approx 17.5'' ALL MEASURES ARE APPROXIMATE Leather: Togo leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne GM natural tan Epsom leather shoulder bag, 1995
Hermes Evelyne GM natural tan Epsom leather shoulder bag, 1995

Hermes Evelyne GM natural tan Epsom leather shoulder bag, 1995

By Evelyne GM, Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

Leather: natural tan epsom leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date

Category

1990s French Handbags and Purses

HERMES Evelyne GM Navy Blue Epsom Leather Shoulder Bag 1997
HERMES Evelyne GM Navy Blue Epsom Leather Shoulder Bag 1997

HERMES Evelyne GM Navy Blue Epsom Leather Shoulder Bag 1997

By Evelyne GM, Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date stamp is in a square A to signify made in year

Category

1990s French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne GM brown Epsom leather GHW shoulder bag, year 2000
Hermes Evelyne GM brown Epsom leather GHW shoulder bag, year 2000

Hermes Evelyne GM brown Epsom leather GHW shoulder bag, year 2000

By Evelyne GM, Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

'' ALL MEASURES ARE APPROXIMATE Leather: fine sturdy ardennes in yellow Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes

Category

1990s French Shoulder Bags

Hermes Evelyne GM natural Gold Ardennes leather GHW shoulder bag, 1995
Hermes Evelyne GM natural Gold Ardennes leather GHW shoulder bag, 1995

Hermes Evelyne GM natural Gold Ardennes leather GHW shoulder bag, 1995

By Evelyne GM, Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

leather Stamped Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date stamp Y is in a circle to

Category

1990s French Handbags and Purses

Hermes Evelyne GM natural Tan Epson leather GHW shoulder bag, 1997
Hermes Evelyne GM natural Tan Epson leather GHW shoulder bag, 1997

Hermes Evelyne GM natural Tan Epson leather GHW shoulder bag, 1997

By Evelyne GM, Hermès

Located in Holland, PA

Hallmarks: Hermes Paris, Made in France on leather, date stamp A is in a square to signify made in year

Category

1990s French Shoulder Bags

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Hermes Hallmark For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate hermes hallmark for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 556 vintage editions and 207 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect hermes hallmark may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a hermes hallmark has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Hermès, Emile Puiforcat and Georges L'Enfant are consistently popular. A hermes hallmark of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 121, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and cabochon versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a hermes hallmark, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Hermes Hallmark?

Prices for a hermes hallmark can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $165 and can go as high as $195,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,000.

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.