Why is Hermès so special?

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.

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Hermès Brown Epsom Leather Bearn H Logo Gusset Wallet

By Hermès

Located in Downey, CA

"Hermès Brown Epsom Leather Bearn H Logo Gusset Wallet This Hermes Epsom Leather Gusset Wallet is the most elegant way to organize your essentials like your bills, currency, credit ...

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2010s French Wallets

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H 4.5 in W 8 in

Hermes Kelly Long Wallet Blue Jean Epsom Leather Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Singapore, SG

Dirt is present on the front and back of the wallet. It can be taken to a Hermes store for spa or sent to a leather professional to have it recoloured to original colour. Interior is...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Chocolate Brown Togo Leather "Dogon Recto Verso" Flap Wallet

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H 4.5 in W 1 in L 8 in

Hermes Chocolate Brown Togo Leather "Dogon Recto Verso" Flap Wallet

By Hermès

Located in Chicago, IL

Color: Brown,Chocolate Made In: France Fabric Content: Togo Leather Item Specifics & Details: Circa 2015. Supple Togo leather construction. Palladium hardware. Back zip compartment. ...

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2010s French Wallets

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H 10 in W 3.75 in L 12.5 in

2007 Hermes Maroon Leather Escapade Small Tote Bag

By Hermès

Located in Bala Cynwyd, PA

This Hermes Escapade bag features a zippered top closure and two thin leather handles. The bottom of the bag has a reinforced panel that displays Hermes's signature "H" logo at each ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Tote Bags

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Hermes Silk'in Wallet Small Blue Leather

By Hermès

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Hermes Silk'in Wallet Small Blue Leather These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.

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2010s French Wallets

Hermes Leather Wallet

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H 4 in W 7.5 in

Hermes Leather Kelly Clutch Wallet

By Hermès

Located in Charlotte, NC

CURATOR'S NOTES Hermes Leather Kelly Clutch Wallet Epson leather Palladium hardware Turnlock closure Made in France Measures 7.5" W x 4" H Shop Newfound Luxury for au...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Vintage Black Leather Small Agenda Cover Sterling Silver Pen

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H 22 in W 28 in D 11 in

HERMES black leather BEARN Wallet

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermes Bearn wallet in black Veau Box leather featuring gold-tone hardware. Opens with a 'H' buckle. Has a zip coin pocket and 10 credit card slots plus 5 flat compart...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets

HERMES black MATTE CROC BEARN Wallet Ghw

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

This 100% authentic Hermès Bearn Soufflet wallet in black matte alligator is a timeless statement of luxury and refinement. Featuring an elegant silhouette, it closes with a leather ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

$4,475

Hermes Octogone Pochette Clutch Bag Rouge H Epsom Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a guaranteed authentic limited edition Hermes Octogone Pochette clutch bag featured in Rouge H. "A naturally geometrical and pure line, the Octogone draws its inspi...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Hermès 2018 Crimson Red Bearn Card Holder Wallet with Coin Pocket

$1,750

$2,500

H 4.93 in W 8.67 in

Hermes Jige Duo 22 Clutch Tomate Leather Red

By Hermès

Located in Guangzhou, CN

Condition Normal signs of wear, clean interior.. Accessories Box Size Width: 22cm, Height: 1.25cm Designer Hermes Model Jige Duo 22 Exterior Material Leather Exterior Color Red Inte...

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2010s Clutches

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Hermès Epsom E-Zip iPad Notebook Cover

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Hermès Epsom E-Zip iPad Notebook Cover in Orange. This chic cover is crafted of calfskin leather in orange. The wrap around palladium zipper opens to a matching interior with po...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Briefcases and Attachés

$34,000

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Hermès Chinchilla Fur Coat (size 8) ~no duties

By Hermès

Located in Montreal, Quebec

Hermes natural Grey Chinchilla Fur full length coat Short collar, straight sleeves, dual seam pockets at hips and German hook-and-eye closures at front Made in France SIZE 8 (eq...

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2010s French Coats

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Hermes Small Leather For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary piece of hermes small leather you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. If you’re looking for an option in Black and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Brown, Orange and more. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of hermes small leather from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding a choice in our collection of hermes small leather for sale for women should be easy, but there are 163 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Hermes Small Leather?

On average, a piece of hermes small leather on 1stDibs sells for $1,180, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $77,577 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 Wallets-small-accessories for You

Vintage and designer wallets and small accessories, such as wristlets, belt bags, clutches and other compact items, can be the perfect accessory for a night out or running everyday errands.

The invention of paper money dates back to the 7th century in China, but, globally, it took a while to catch on. It wasn’t until 1690 in the United States that paper money could finally be printed and used to pay taxes, for example, following the General Court of Massachusetts’s order that a limited batch be produced to pay soldiers owing to a shortage of coins.

As paper money became more common, so too did carrying wallets. Coin purses were no longer the most convenient option for carrying cash.

Today, just as the world’s best-known luxury houses are celebrated for their iconic handbags and purses, brands such as Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Gucci, Chanel and others offer a sweeping array of sophisticated wallets and small accessories for any event. While wallets seem to be getting smaller and the role of cash is dwindling, we simply cannot live without our bags and bag-like accessories. More options have emerged for carrying our essentials, with cardholders, pouches and belt bags made of nylon and leather gaining popularity in recent years.

On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage and designer wallets and small accessories.

Questions About Hermès

Why is Hermès so special?
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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.

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