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Hermès Bleu du Nord Vert Verone Swift Jige 29 Elan Verso Clutch Bag 63h725s
Hermès Bleu du Nord Vert Verone Swift Jige 29 Elan Verso Clutch Bag 63h725s

Hermès Bleu du Nord Vert Verone Swift Jige 29 Elan Verso Clutch Bag 63h725s

By Hermès

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: DPY004 NB Made In: France Measurements: Length: 11.2" Width: 1" Height: 5.75" OVERALL LIKE NEW CONDITION ( 9.75/10 or SA ) Accessories: Box, Dust Bag S...

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Hermès Black Swift Jige Clutch New in Box
Hermès Black Swift Jige Clutch New in Box

Hermès Black Swift Jige Clutch New in Box

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès Jige clutch in blackswift leather brand new in box. Letter X for 2016. Comes with original

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermès Green Suede and Lizard Jige Elan 29cm Clutch
Hermès Green Suede and Lizard Jige Elan 29cm Clutch

Hermès Green Suede and Lizard Jige Elan 29cm Clutch

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Jige Elan clutch is here fabricated in a luxuriant, near-brown olive green suede, offset with a grassy

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21st Century and Contemporary French Pouches and Wristlets

Hermes Jige Navy Box Leather Clutch
Hermes Jige Navy Box Leather Clutch

Hermes Jige Navy Box Leather Clutch

By Hermès

Located in Paris, FR

Hermès Jigé navy box leather clutch featuring a foldover top, a strap closure, a front logo patch

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1970s French Clutches

Hermes Jige Elan 29 Clutch Swift Aqua Leather
Hermes Jige Elan 29 Clutch Swift Aqua Leather

Hermes Jige Elan 29 Clutch Swift Aqua Leather

By Hermès

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Hermes Jige Elan 29 Clutch Swift Aqua Leather 2019 Collection, H logo, flap and pull-through

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Hermes Jige Elan 29 Gold Clutch Bag Evercolor Leather
Hermes Jige Elan 29 Gold Clutch Bag Evercolor Leather

Hermes Jige Elan 29 Gold Clutch Bag Evercolor Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Jige Elan 29 clutch bag featured in iconic Gold. This beautiful Hermes

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Jige Elan 29 Rose Sakura Clutch Bag Swift Leather
Hermes Jige Elan 29 Rose Sakura Clutch Bag Swift Leather

Hermes Jige Elan 29 Rose Sakura Clutch Bag Swift Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Jige Elan 29 clutch bag featured in exquisite Rose Sakura. This

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Jige Elan 29 Blue Brume Clutch Bag Evercolor Leather
Hermes Jige Elan 29 Blue Brume Clutch Bag Evercolor Leather

Hermes Jige Elan 29 Blue Brume Clutch Bag Evercolor Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Jige Elan 29 clutch bag featured in exquisite Bleu Brume. This

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Jige Duo Wallet / Clutch Blue Zanzibar New w/Box
Hermes Jige Duo Wallet / Clutch Blue Zanzibar New w/Box

Hermes Jige Duo Wallet / Clutch Blue Zanzibar New w/Box

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a guaranteed authentic Hermes Jige Duo Wallet featured in vivid Blue Zanzibar

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2010s French Wallets

New in Box Hermes Jige Elan Blue Brighton
New in Box Hermes Jige Elan Blue Brighton

New in Box Hermes Jige Elan Blue Brighton

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès jig elan 29cm blue brighton in swift leather. Dated "C" for 2018. Comes with original dust

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

New in Box Hermes Jige Elan Sage Green Swift Clutch Bag
New in Box Hermes Jige Elan Sage Green Swift Clutch Bag

New in Box Hermes Jige Elan Sage Green Swift Clutch Bag

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermes new in box Jige elan 29cm sage green swift leather clutch. Comes with felt, dust cover, box

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermès Black Swift Jige Clutch New in Box
Hermès Black Swift Jige Clutch New in Box

Hermès Black Swift Jige Clutch New in Box

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès Jige clutch in black swift leather brand new in box. Letter Y for 2020. Comes with original

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Authentic Vintage Hermes Navy Jige GM
Authentic Vintage Hermes Navy Jige GM

Authentic Vintage Hermes Navy Jige GM

By Hermès

Located in Montreal, QC

Beautiful Hermes Jige Navy Leather Jige GM Clutch; lined in toile fabric, very clean with no stains

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1990s French Clutches

New in Box Hermes Rare Rose Azalee Jige Elan Clutch
New in Box Hermes Rare Rose Azalee Jige Elan Clutch

New in Box Hermes Rare Rose Azalee Jige Elan Clutch

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

New in the box, Hermes jige elan 29cm in rare color rose azalee in swift leather. Dated "C" for

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

1977 Hermes Navy Jige Clutch
1977 Hermes Navy Jige Clutch

1977 Hermes Navy Jige Clutch

By Hermès

Located in Toronto, Ontario

A classic that never goes out of the style, the Hermes Jige has been the perfect day-to-night

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1970s French Clutches

1977 Hermés Maroon Leather Jige Clutch
1977 Hermés Maroon Leather Jige Clutch

1977 Hermés Maroon Leather Jige Clutch

By Hermès

Located in Toronto, Ontario

A classic day-to-night clutch that never goes out of the style, this Hermés Jige dates from the

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1970s French Clutches

1975 Hermés Maroon Leather Jige Clutch
1975 Hermés Maroon Leather Jige Clutch

1975 Hermés Maroon Leather Jige Clutch

By Hermès

Located in Toronto, Ontario

A classic day-to-night clutch that never goes out of the style, this Hermés Jige dates from the

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1970s French Clutches

Hermes Vintage Brown Box Calf Leather Jige Clutch
Hermes Vintage Brown Box Calf Leather Jige Clutch

Hermes Vintage Brown Box Calf Leather Jige Clutch

By Hermès

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Amazing Vintage Hermes Jige clutch in very good vintage condition. Brown box calf leather exterior

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1980s Clutches

HERMES Bleu du Nord / Vert Verone Swift JIGE 29 ELAN VERSO Clutch Bag
HERMES Bleu du Nord / Vert Verone Swift JIGE 29 ELAN VERSO Clutch Bag

HERMES Bleu du Nord / Vert Verone Swift JIGE 29 ELAN VERSO Clutch Bag

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Jige Elan 29 Verso clutch in Bleu du Nord and Vert Verone in Veau Swift

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

1960s Beige Sahara Porkskin Leather Jige Clutch
1960s Beige Sahara Porkskin Leather Jige Clutch

1960s Beige Sahara Porkskin Leather Jige Clutch

By Hermès

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

This Hermes Jigé Clutch is in vintage pre-owned condition. Circa 1970's. Primarily made from Pork

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1960s French Clutches

Hermes Tan Beige Leather Jige 29 cm Clutch Bag Pochette Handbag
Hermes Tan Beige Leather Jige 29 cm Clutch Bag Pochette Handbag

Hermes Tan Beige Leather Jige 29 cm Clutch Bag Pochette Handbag

By Hermès

Located in Rome, Rome

Beautiful Vintage Hermes 'Jige 29 cm' clutch bag in tan beige color from the 2019 (blind stamp is

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Late 20th Century Italian Clutches

Hermes Pink Jige Elan 29
Hermes Pink Jige Elan 29

Hermes Pink Jige Elan 29

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Named after the creator in 1975, the Jige is said to be a symbol of eternal love. Instantly

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

Hermes Navy Jige GM - Circa 1992
Hermes Navy Jige GM - Circa 1992

Hermes Navy Jige GM - Circa 1992

By Hermès

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Hermes Navy Jige GM - Circa 1992 Handbag is in excellent pre-owned condition. Comes with Duster and

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1990s French Clutches

1970's Hermes Beige Jige Clutch
1970's Hermes Beige Jige Clutch

1970's Hermes Beige Jige Clutch

By Hermès

Located in Toronto, Ontario

1977 Hermes brown courcheval leather and beige toile envelope Jige clutch. Clutch has a top flap

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1970s French Clutches

Stunning Hermes Red Jige Swift Leather Clutch
Stunning Hermes Red Jige Swift Leather Clutch

Stunning Hermes Red Jige Swift Leather Clutch

By Hermès

Located in Philadelphia, PA

GORGEOUS HERMES red swift leather jige clutch in excellent condition. Red swift leather in

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Vintage Navy Box Calf Jige Clutch
Hermes Vintage Navy Box Calf Jige Clutch

Hermes Vintage Navy Box Calf Jige Clutch

By Hermès

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Hermes Vintage Navy Box Calf Jige Clutch in fair condition. Navy blue smooth box calf leather with

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1970s Clutches

Hermes Vintage Gold Leather Jumbo Jige Clutch
Hermes Vintage Gold Leather Jumbo Jige Clutch

Hermes Vintage Gold Leather Jumbo Jige Clutch

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Hermes Vintage Cognac Leather Jumbo Jige Clutch - pristine condition The unisex style is perfect

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Late 20th Century French Clutches

Hermès Customised Bandana Jige Elan PM Purple
Hermès Customised Bandana Jige Elan PM Purple

Hermès Customised Bandana Jige Elan PM Purple

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

- Purple - Fold flap - Custom hand-painted bandana design - Signature “H” tab closure - Tonal stitching with contrast edging - Comes with original box - Stamp M Square, Year 2009 - C...

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Early 2000s French Clutches

HERMES black Box leather JIGE 34 Clutch Bag
HERMES black Box leather JIGE 34 Clutch Bag

HERMES black Box leather JIGE 34 Clutch Bag

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

Hermès Vintage 'Jige' clutch in black Veau Box and white stitching. Lined in off-white toile. Has

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1980s French Clutches

HERMES black Box leather JIGE GM Clutch Bag
HERMES black Box leather JIGE GM Clutch Bag

HERMES black Box leather JIGE GM Clutch Bag

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Vintage 'Jige' clutch in black Veau Box and white stitching. Lined in off

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1980s French Structured Shoulder Bags

HERMES Timeless Jige Clutch MM Black Box Leather
HERMES Timeless Jige Clutch MM Black Box Leather

HERMES Timeless Jige Clutch MM Black Box Leather

By Hermès

Located in Geneva, CH

This timeless and elegant Jige clutch from Hermès is made of the iconic Box leather Year: Circa

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2010s French Clutches

2017 Hermes Black Swift Leather Jige Elan 29
2017 Hermes Black Swift Leather Jige Elan 29

2017 Hermes Black Swift Leather Jige Elan 29

By Hermès

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

"HERMÈS Black Swift Leather Jige Elan 29 Reference: HB2540 Serial Number: A Age (Circa): 2017

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermès Blue Colvert Swift Leather Jige Elan 29
Hermès Blue Colvert Swift Leather Jige Elan 29

Hermès Blue Colvert Swift Leather Jige Elan 29

By Hermès

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

HERMÈS Blue Colvert Swift Leather Jige Elan 29 Xupes Reference: HB3427 Serial Number: A Age (Circa

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Gris Asphalt Swift Jige Elan Clutch Bag
Hermes Gris Asphalt Swift Jige Elan Clutch Bag

Hermes Gris Asphalt Swift Jige Elan Clutch Bag

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès 29cm jig elan in gris asphalt Swift leather. Dated "C" for 2018. Brand new with original

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Black Epsom Leather Elan Jige Handbag - circa 2011
Hermes Black Epsom Leather Elan Jige Handbag - circa 2011

Hermes Black Epsom Leather Elan Jige Handbag - circa 2011

By Hermès

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Hermes Black Epsom Leather Elan Jige Handbag - circa 2011. This Jige is in excellent condition and

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21st Century and Contemporary French Handbags and Purses

Hermes Black Lizard Swift Jige Elan 29cm Clutch Bag
Hermes Black Lizard Swift Jige Elan 29cm Clutch Bag

Hermes Black Lizard Swift Jige Elan 29cm Clutch Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Guaranteed Authentic Hermes Black Lizard Swift Jige Elan 29cm Brand New in Box. Store fresh

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Collectible 1992 Hermès Black Box Jige Clutch Bandana Bag
Collectible 1992 Hermès Black Box Jige Clutch Bandana Bag

Collectible 1992 Hermès Black Box Jige Clutch Bandana Bag

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès black box calf leather jige hand painted . Clean interior. Black box calf leather with

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Collectible 1992 Hermès Black Box Jige Clutch Bandana Bag
Collectible 1992 Hermès Black Box Jige Clutch Bandana Bag

Collectible 1992 Hermès Black Box Jige Clutch Bandana Bag

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès black box calf leather jige hand painted . Minor stains inside. Black box calf leather with

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes 2023 Black Swift Leather Jige Elan Clutch Bag
Hermes 2023 Black Swift Leather Jige Elan Clutch Bag

Hermes 2023 Black Swift Leather Jige Elan Clutch Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Black Swift Leather Jige Elan Clutch Bag Made In: France Year of Production: 2023 Color

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Magnolia Swift Leather Jige Elan 29 Clutch Bag
Hermes Magnolia Swift Leather Jige Elan 29 Clutch Bag

Hermes Magnolia Swift Leather Jige Elan 29 Clutch Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Magnolia Swift Leather Jige Elan 29 Clutch Bag Made In: France Year of Production: 2018

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

New in Box Hermes Red Evercolor Jige Clutch Bag
New in Box Hermes Red Evercolor Jige Clutch Bag

New in Box Hermes Red Evercolor Jige Clutch Bag

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès jig elan 29cm rouge in evercolor leather. Dated "C" for 2018. Comes with original dust cover

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Navy Leather Jige H PM 29cm Clutch Bag
Hermes Navy Leather Jige H PM 29cm Clutch Bag

Hermes Navy Leather Jige H PM 29cm Clutch Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Navy Leather Jije 29PM Clutch Made In: France Year of Production: 2000 Color: Navy Hardware

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Beton Jige Elan 29cm Swift Off White Clutch Bag
Hermes Beton Jige Elan 29cm Swift Off White Clutch Bag

Hermes Beton Jige Elan 29cm Swift Off White Clutch Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Beton Jige Elan Swift Off White Cutch Bag 29cm Brand New in Box. Store fresh. Pristine

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Classic Orange Jige Elan Clutch Bag 29cm NEW RARE
Hermes Classic Orange Jige Elan Clutch Bag 29cm NEW RARE

Hermes Classic Orange Jige Elan Clutch Bag 29cm NEW RARE

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Classic Orange Jige Elan Clutch Bag 29cm NEW RARE Perfect Gift! New or Never Worn. Pristine

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Blue Atoll Jige Elan 29cm Swift Clutch Bag Stunning
Hermes Blue Atoll Jige Elan 29cm Swift Clutch Bag Stunning

Hermes Blue Atoll Jige Elan 29cm Swift Clutch Bag Stunning

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Blue Atoll Jige Elan 29cm Swift Clutch Bag Stunning Perfect Gift! Brand New in Box- Store

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

2017 Hermès Suage Swift Leather & Veau Doblis Jige Elan 29
2017 Hermès Suage Swift Leather & Veau Doblis Jige Elan 29

2017 Hermès Suage Swift Leather & Veau Doblis Jige Elan 29

By Hermès

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

HERMÈS Suage Swift Leather & Veau Doblis Jige Elan 29 Reference: HB2797 Serial Number: A Age

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Vintage 1975 Jige Bordeaux Box Leather Clutch GM Size
Hermes Vintage 1975 Jige Bordeaux Box Leather Clutch GM Size

Hermes Vintage 1975 Jige Bordeaux Box Leather Clutch GM Size

By Hermès

Located in Nice, FR

HERMES Paris vintage oversized JIGE bordeaux box leather clutch. GM size. Lined in toile fabric

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20th Century French Clutches

Hermes Rose Sakura Jige Elan Clutch Bag Pochette Pink 29cm NEW
Hermes Rose Sakura Jige Elan Clutch Bag Pochette Pink 29cm NEW

Hermes Rose Sakura Jige Elan Clutch Bag Pochette Pink 29cm NEW

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Classic Orange Jige Elan Clutch Bag 29cm NEW RARE New or Never Worn. Pristine condition. No

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Rouge Grenat Jige Elan Clutch 29cm Bag Garnet Red Jewel
Hermes Rouge Grenat Jige Elan Clutch 29cm Bag Garnet Red Jewel

Hermes Rouge Grenat Jige Elan Clutch 29cm Bag Garnet Red Jewel

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Rouge Grenat Jige Elan Clutch 29cm Red Garnet Jewel Brand New in Box. Store fresh

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

HERMES Glycine Lilac Jige Swift Elan Leather Clutch 29cm So Pretty!
HERMES Glycine Lilac Jige Swift Elan Leather Clutch 29cm So Pretty!

HERMES Glycine Lilac Jige Swift Elan Leather Clutch 29cm So Pretty!

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

HERMES Glycine Lilac Jige Elan Clutch 29cm Chic Perfect Gift! Brand New in Box Never Carried

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Gris Perle Pearl Grey Jige Elan Clutch Bag 29cm Superb
Hermes Gris Perle Pearl Grey Jige Elan Clutch Bag 29cm Superb

Hermes Gris Perle Pearl Grey Jige Elan Clutch Bag 29cm Superb

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Gris Perle Light Pearl Grey Jige Elan Clutch 29cm Elegant Perfect Gift! Brand New in Box

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Bleu Frida Blue Swift Leather H Jige Elan Clutch Bag
Hermes Bleu Frida Blue Swift Leather H Jige Elan Clutch Bag

Hermes Bleu Frida Blue Swift Leather H Jige Elan Clutch Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Blue Swift Leather Jige Elan Clutch Bag Made In: France Year of Production: 2020 Color

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes 2017 Grey Swift Leather Jige Elan 29 H Clutch Bag
Hermes 2017 Grey Swift Leather Jige Elan 29 H Clutch Bag

Hermes 2017 Grey Swift Leather Jige Elan 29 H Clutch Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Grey Swift Leather Jige Elan 29 Clutch Made In: France Year of Production: 2017 Color: Grey

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermes Black Veau Calf Jige Elan - 29, 2012 NEW/NEVER CARRIED
Hermes Black Veau Calf Jige Elan - 29, 2012 NEW/NEVER CARRIED

Hermes Black Veau Calf Jige Elan - 29, 2012 NEW/NEVER CARRIED

By Hermès

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

NEW - NEVER CARRIED This stunning, black Jige Elan is a beauty. It is made of veau swift and is

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2010s French Clutches

Hermes 2008 Mauve/Olive Two Tone Leather Mini Jige Clutch Bag
Hermes 2008 Mauve/Olive Two Tone Leather Mini Jige Clutch Bag

Hermes 2008 Mauve/Olive Two Tone Leather Mini Jige Clutch Bag

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

. Grey leather lining. Stamped HERMES PARIS MADE IN FRANCE. . Comes with Hermes box and dust cover.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Brand New in Box Hermes Vert Vertigo Jige Elan Clutch Bag
Brand New in Box Hermes Vert Vertigo Jige Elan Clutch Bag

Brand New in Box Hermes Vert Vertigo Jige Elan Clutch Bag

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès jig elan 29cm vert vertigo in evergrain leather. Dated "A" for 2017. Comes with original

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

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Hermes Jige For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary hermes jige you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Black, Brown, Red and more. Finding the perfect hermes jige 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. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much is a Hermes Jige?

On average, a hermes jige on 1stDibs sells for $2,900, while they’re typically $780 on the low end and $27,473 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Hermès for sale on 1stDibs

For Hermès, what began as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen would eventually grow into one of the most storied fashion labels in the world. In 1837, German-born French entrepreneur Thierry Hermès opened a saddle and harness purveyor in Paris. Gradually, the house extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and modernist jewelry to pillows and handbags.

The first top-handled bag ever produced by Hermès was the Haut à courroies, which made its debut in 1892. A tall bag secured with a folded leather flap (fastened with bridle-inspired straps), it was designed to transport riding boots and a harness.

As the world made the switch from horse to automobile, the bag adapted, becoming a multifunctional travel satchel instead of a designated saddlebag. Today, 120 years later, the HAC remains in Hermès’s line — and its distinctive flap and clasping straps have laid the groundwork for some of the house’s other iconic bags.

In the 1930s, Robert Dumas (son-in-law to Émile-Maurice Hermès, Thierry’s grandson) designed a smaller, trapezoidal take on the flap bag with a handle and two side straps. Later, actress Grace Kelly, then engaged to Prince Rainier of Monaco, is said to have used one of these bags to conceal her pregnancy during the 1950s. Because she was photographed constantly, the coverage catapulted her handbag to international popularity.

In 1977, Hermès officially renamed the model for her, and the Kelly bag was born. Each Kelly bag takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches owe solely to one Hermès artisan.

Robert Dumas was also responsible for another one of the brand’s most iconic offerings: the launch of its first silk scarf on the occasion of Hermès’s 100th anniversary in 1937. Based on a woodblock designed by Dumas and printed on Chinese silk, the accessory was an immediate hit.

Today, vintage Hermès scarves, typically adorned in rich colors and elaborate patterns, serve many functions, just as they did back then. Well-heeled women wear it on their heads, around their necks and, in a genius piece of cross-promotion, tied to the straps of their Hermès bags. Kelly even once used one as a sling for her broken arm.

In 1981, Robert Dumas’s son Jean-Louis Dumas, then Hermès chairman, found himself sitting next to French actress and musician Jane Birkin on a plane, where she was complaining about finding a suitable carryall for the necessary accoutrements of motherhood. After the two travelers were properly introduced, Birkin helped design Jean-Louis’s most famous contribution to the Hermès canon: the Birkin bag, a roomy, square catchall with the HAC’s trademark leather flap top and the addition of a lock and key.

Owing to the brand’s legendary commitment to deft, handcrafted construction, the Birkin is an investment that is coveted by collectors everywhere.

While the Kelly and Birkin may be standouts, gracing the arms of everyone from royal heiresses to hip-hop stars in the past few decades, the handbags are but a small part of Hermès’s fashion offerings.

Since the 1920s, the brand has produced some of the most desirable leather goods in the world. There’s the Constance bag, a favorite of Jacqueline Kennedy, the recently relaunched 1970s-era Evelyne and, on the vintage market, a slew of designs dating back to the 1920s.

Good design never goes out of style. Find a variety of vintage Hermès handbags, day dresses, shoes and more on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Clutches for You

Vintage and designer clutches are the perfect size to hold exactly what you need. While they’re typically small purses, Chanel clutches, Gucci clutches and other kinds of clutches can make a big impact on an outfit. They also have a fascinating history.

Clutches are handbags without handles that are carried by hand. One of the oldest known clutches was made in Mosul, Iraq, in the 14th century. It was made of brass and inlaid with gold and silver in geometric patterns. Although the loops on the side indicate it likely had handles to wear as a shoulder bag, manuscripts show a similar example being carried by hand.

Fashion designers often made clutches to reflect the wealth of the holder. In Medieval Europe, men and women securely carried items in small bags hidden inside their clothing as tie-on pockets. Women carried their possessions, scented and secreted, in the folds of their voluminous skirts. Pockets eventually became integral to garment design, but bigger sacks were needed to carry books and documents. When women’s clothing became lighter, consisting of fewer layers, it could no longer easily hide their handbags or pockets.

Changes in fashion led to handbags becoming a popular fashion accessory, and today, even as we’re overwhelmed by options from a variety of high-end brands, iconic luxury handbags still rule. The highly decorative bags of the 19th century faded from popularity when women entered the workforce and the clutch became the dominant business accessory. Flappers in the 1920s, clad in the dazzling Art Deco jewelry of the era, also loved the freedom of carrying clutches as they didn’t get in the way of dancing.

The simplicity of the clutch remains stylish today. Once made to be carried on special occasions, they are now an accessory for everyday use. Find a collection of vintage and designer clutches from Dior, Hermès, Louis Vuitton 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.