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Mini Kelly Chevre

Hermès Kelly Mini II Cuivre Chèvre Mysore PHW
Hermès Kelly Mini II Cuivre Chèvre Mysore PHW

Hermès Kelly Mini II Cuivre Chèvre Mysore PHW

$37,831

H 4.73 in D 2.37 in L 7.88 in

Hermès Kelly Mini II Cuivre Chèvre Mysore PHW

By Hermès

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A beautiful Hermès Kelly Mini II handbag. The exterior of this Kelly Mini features Cuivre Chèvre

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Mini Kelly 20cm Rose Pourpre Sellier Chevre Mysore Leather w PH
Hermès Mini Kelly 20cm Rose Pourpre Sellier Chevre Mysore Leather w PH

Hermès Mini Kelly 20cm Rose Pourpre Sellier Chevre Mysore Leather w PH

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Hermès Mini Kelly 20cm Sellier in Rose Pourpre Chèvre Mysore, rendered in a compact, sharply

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Hermes Rose Lipstick Chevre Leather Mini Kelly Sellier II 20
Hermes Rose Lipstick Chevre Leather Mini Kelly Sellier II 20

Hermes Rose Lipstick Chevre Leather Mini Kelly Sellier II 20

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H 4.73 in W 7.29 in D 2.17 in

Hermes Rose Lipstick Chevre Leather Mini Kelly Sellier II 20

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Hermès rose lipstick Chevre leather Mini Kelly Sellier II 20 with tonal stitching, palladium-plated

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Late 20th Century French Top Handle Bags

Mini Kelly Sellier 20 in Anemone Chèvre with Permabrass Hardware
Mini Kelly Sellier 20 in Anemone Chèvre with Permabrass Hardware

Mini Kelly Sellier 20 in Anemone Chèvre with Permabrass Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Kuwait City, KW

Material: 100% Chèvre Mysore leather Permabrass hardware One top handle Signature strap closure

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

HERMES Chevre Mini Kelly Sellier 20 Anemone
HERMES Chevre Mini Kelly Sellier 20 Anemone

HERMES Chevre Mini Kelly Sellier 20 Anemone

By Hermès

Located in West Chester, PA

This Kelly, in the Sellier style, is in Anemone Chevre with permabrass hardware and has tonal

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2010s Structured Shoulder Bags

HERMES Chevre Mini Kelly Sellier 20 Rose Sakura
HERMES Chevre Mini Kelly Sellier 20 Rose Sakura

HERMES Chevre Mini Kelly Sellier 20 Rose Sakura

By Hermès

Located in West Chester, PA

This Kelly, in the Sellier style, is in Rose Sakura Chevre with palladium hardware and has tonal

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Hermès 20 cm Orange Chevre Mini Kelly with Palladium
Hermès 20 cm Orange Chevre Mini Kelly with Palladium

Hermès 20 cm Orange Chevre Mini Kelly with Palladium

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This authentic Hermès 20 cm Orange Chevre Mini Kelly is in pristine condition. Petite and feminine

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Robin's Egg Blue Chevre 20 cm Mini Kelly
Hermès Robin's Egg Blue Chevre 20 cm Mini Kelly

Hermès Robin's Egg Blue Chevre 20 cm Mini Kelly

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This authentic Hermès Robin's Egg Blue Chevre Mini Kelly is in pristine condition with the

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Hermès Mini Kelly II Foin Chevre Leather Gold Hardware
Hermès Mini Kelly II Foin Chevre Leather Gold Hardware

Hermès Mini Kelly II Foin Chevre Leather Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Sydney, New South Wales

Brand: Hermès Style: Kelly Size: Mini II Color: Foin Leather: Chevre Hardware: Gold Stamp: 2021 Z

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Hermès 20 cm Blue and Red Horseshoe Chevre Mini Kelly
Hermès 20 cm Blue and Red Horseshoe Chevre Mini Kelly

Hermès 20 cm Blue and Red Horseshoe Chevre Mini Kelly

By Hermès

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This authentic Hermès 20 cm Blue and Red Horseshoe Chevre Mini Kelly is in pristine unworn

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Hermès Mini Kelly II Rose Confetti Chevre Leather Palladium Hardware
Hermès Mini Kelly II Rose Confetti Chevre Leather Palladium Hardware

Hermès Mini Kelly II Rose Confetti Chevre Leather Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Sydney, New South Wales

Brand: Hermès Style: Kelly Size: Mini II Color: Rose Confetti Leather: Chèvre Hardware: Palladium

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Hermes Kelly Mini 20 Blue Hydra Chèvre Leather Gold Hardware
Hermes Kelly Mini 20 Blue Hydra Chèvre Leather Gold Hardware

Hermes Kelly Mini 20 Blue Hydra Chèvre Leather Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Rare and Hardest to get Hermes Mini Kelly 20 Blue Hydra Chèvre Leather Complimented by Gold

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Hermès Kelly II Sellier Mini Vert Criquet Chevre Leather Gold Hardware
Hermès Kelly II Sellier Mini Vert Criquet Chevre Leather Gold Hardware

Hermès Kelly II Sellier Mini Vert Criquet Chevre Leather Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Brand: Hermès Style: Kelly II Sellier Mini Size: 20cm Color: Vert Criquet Material: Chevre Leather

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Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Mushroom Bag Chevre Leather Gold Hardware
Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Mushroom Bag Chevre Leather Gold Hardware

Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Mushroom Bag Chevre Leather Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 20 mini Sellier bag featured in Mushroom. This stunning neutral

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Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Jaune de Naples Verso Bag Chevre Palladium
Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Jaune de Naples Verso Bag Chevre Palladium

Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Jaune de Naples Verso Bag Chevre Palladium

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Verso bag featured in fabulous Jaune de Naples

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Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier Feu / Terre Battue Mini Verso Bag Chevre Leather
Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier Feu / Terre Battue Mini Verso Bag Chevre Leather

Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier Feu / Terre Battue Mini Verso Bag Chevre Leather

By Hermès

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Mightychic offers an Guaranteed authentic Hermes Kelly 20 mini Sellier Verso bag featured in Feu

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Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Bag Blue de Royal Chevre Leather Gold Hardware
Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Bag Blue de Royal Chevre Leather Gold Hardware

Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Bag Blue de Royal Chevre Leather Gold Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier bag featured in vibrant richly saturated Bleu de

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

Hermès Intense Blue Chevre 20 cm Mini Kelly
Hermès Intense Blue Chevre 20 cm Mini Kelly

Hermès Intense Blue Chevre 20 cm Mini Kelly

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This authentic Hermès Intense Blue Chevre 20 cm Mini Kelly is pristine with the protective plastic

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Rare Blue Celeste Chevre Palladium
Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Rare Blue Celeste Chevre Palladium

Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Rare Blue Celeste Chevre Palladium

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Hermes Kelly Sellier 20 bag featured in Limited Edition Blue Celeste. Chevre

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

New Hermes VIP Mini Kelly II Black Gold Bag
New Hermes VIP Mini Kelly II Black Gold Bag

New Hermes VIP Mini Kelly II Black Gold Bag

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H 4.5 in W 2.25 in L 8.75 in

New Hermes VIP Mini Kelly II Black Gold Bag

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Never worn Rare Hermes VIP mini kelly II sellier in black chevre misore (goatskin) leather and

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Kelly Mini II Jaune Bourgeon Chèvre Mysore PHW
Hermès Kelly Mini II Jaune Bourgeon Chèvre Mysore PHW

Hermès Kelly Mini II Jaune Bourgeon Chèvre Mysore PHW

By Hermès

Located in Antwerp, BE

Hermès Kelly 20 Mini II Jaune Bourgeon Chèvre Mysore Palladium Hardware This Hermès Kelly 20 Mini

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Kelly Bag 20 Mini Kelly II Blue Zanzibar Chevre Gold Hardware, 2017
Hermes Kelly Bag 20 Mini Kelly II Blue Zanzibar Chevre Gold Hardware, 2017

Hermes Kelly Bag 20 Mini Kelly II Blue Zanzibar Chevre Gold Hardware, 2017

By Hermès

Located in Milan, IT

Hermes Kelly Bag 20 Mini Kelly II Blue Zanzibar Chevre Leather. This jewel tone is accentuated with

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Rose Lipstick Chevre Mysore with Palladium
Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Rose Lipstick Chevre Mysore with Palladium

Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Rose Lipstick Chevre Mysore with Palladium

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

" Designer: Hermes Model: Kelly Mini II Bag Rose Lipstick Chevre Mysore with Palladium Hardware 20 Exterior

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Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Rose Lipstick Chevre Mysore with Palladium
Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Rose Lipstick Chevre Mysore with Palladium

Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Rose Lipstick Chevre Mysore with Palladium

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

" Designer: Hermes Model: Kelly Mini II Bag Rose Lipstick Chevre Mysore with Palladium Hardware 20 Exterior

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Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Verso Chevre Mysore with Palladium Hardware 20
Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Verso Chevre Mysore with Palladium Hardware 20

Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Verso Chevre Mysore with Palladium Hardware 20

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

7.5", Depth 2" Designer: Hermes Model: Kelly Mini II Bag Verso Chevre Mysore with Palladium Hardware

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Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Magnolia Chevre Mysore with Palladium Hardware 20
Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Magnolia Chevre Mysore with Palladium Hardware 20

Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Magnolia Chevre Mysore with Palladium Hardware 20

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

. Accessories: Box, Dust Bag Measurements: Height 5", Width 7.5", Depth 2.5" Designer: Hermes Model: Kelly Mini

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Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Verso Chevre Mysore with Palladium Hardware 20
Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Verso Chevre Mysore with Palladium Hardware 20

Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Verso Chevre Mysore with Palladium Hardware 20

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

", Height 6", Width 7.5", Depth 4", Strap Drop 19" Designer: Hermes Model: Kelly Mini II Bag Verso Chevre

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Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Verso Chevre Mysore with Palladium Hardware 20
Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Verso Chevre Mysore with Palladium Hardware 20

Hermes Kelly Mini II Bag Verso Chevre Mysore with Palladium Hardware 20

By Hermès

Located in NY, NY

", Height 6", Width 7.5", Depth 4", Strap Drop 19" Designer: Hermes Model: Kelly Mini II Bag Verso Chevre

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Mini Kelly Chevre For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary mini kelly chevre you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Pink, Blue, Orange and more. 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 Mini Kelly Chevre?

On average, a mini kelly chevre on 1stDibs sells for $19,529, while they’re typically $13,635 on the low end and $33,500 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 Top-handle-bags for You

Usually characterized by simplicity and sporting a classic and beloved silhouette, vintage and designer top-handle bags can easily find a place among your wardrobe staples. From the Haut à courroies — Hermès’s original top-handle bag, created in 1892 — to the smaller and timeless Sac à dépêches that inspired both iconic accessories the Kelly bag in the 1950s and the Birkin in the 1980s, the discerning shopper has had no shortage of options to choose from. 

Small and mini designer top-handle bags, including vintage top-handle box bags and micro clutches, offer an alternate dynamic and usually feature sleek lines and modest features to perfectly complement your evening look. Styling with jeans and a comfortable sweater works, too — a classic top-handle bag or other type of handbag designed by the likes of Prada, Celine or other widely loved fashion label is an ideal accessory to pair with casual attire. For a personal touch or pop of color, add a key chain, a patterned scarf or a handbag chain.

On 1stDibs, you can find vintage top-handle bags from Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Gucci and more. The numerous styles of this cherished accessory that we have available also include the Louis Vuitton Monogram Vernis Alma GM handbag, Fendi Baguette purses and modern leather Longchamp handbags.

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.