Today, while Hermès’s broad range of luxury goods is still inclusive of the fine saddlery it has always produced, the legendary house has also built a reputation around its jewelry, which includes long sterling-silver necklaces, modernist rings in rose gold and a variety of other alluring accessories.
When Thierry Hermès founded his Paris workshop in 1837, he quickly became the go-to harness maker for the aristocratic set, championed by top-notch clientele such as Napoléon III and his empress, Eugénie. With a nod to refinement and simple good taste, the European beau monde flocked to this master for gear that matched the status of their prized horses (which, after all, were the 19th-century equivalent of a sleek new Mercedes).
Innovation and growth have always been characteristic of Hermès, owing in no small part to the expertise of its in-house artisans. In the 1920s, for example, it was a simple pivot for leatherworkers and metalsmiths to move from harnesses to dog collars at the family-owned brand; belts for its sophisticated clientele followed soon after. The same spirit of versatility yielded the creation of the first Hermès handcrafted leather handbags in 1922. This, of course, eventually proved revolutionary for luxury and led to an international legion of Birkin collectors, the faithful members of which today endure lengthy waiting lists for their dream tote. As always, the focus at Hermès was on craftsmanship, and the same goes for the brand’s coveted jewelry.
Hermès’s first piece of jewelry was the Filet de selle bracelet, which debuted in 1927. Its motif — a small-scale silver horse bit on a leather strap — was, like many of the luxury house’s objects, a play on the brand’s equine origins. In 1938, Hermès released the Chaîne d’ancre, a chain-link bracelet inspired by a ship anchor, and it spawned a line of earrings, necklaces and more. And by the 1940s, elegant women everywhere were sporting calfskin leather Collier de chien bracelets and cuffs, sleek, gold-plated pyramid-studded cousins to the canine collar that preceded them. It’s safe to assume they were every bit as appealing as the original crafted for man’s best friend.
Today, find a wide variety of Hermès jewelry on 1stDibs.
Hermes Birkin Rouge Pivoine Togo 35 with Dustbag Box and Raincover
By Hermès
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Hermes Birkin Rouge Pivoine Togo 35 with Dustbag Box and Raincover This Hermes Birkin 35 is in excellent condition and ready to ship! Bra...
Gold
Hermes Birkin 35 H041702 Rouge Tomate with Original Box, Dustbag, and Receipt
By Hermès
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Hermès Birkin 35 Rouge Tomate Leather Handbag with Gold Hardware This Hermes Birkin 35 is in excellent condition and ready to ship! Brand: Hermes Model: Birkin Rouge Tomate 35 Styl...
Gold
Hermès Noir Curiosite Kelly Laque Charm
By Hermès
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A chic Hermès Kelly Bag charm. The charm features a Curiosite Noir Laque Kelly motif with permabrass plated hardware. This versatile charm can b...
Brass
$2,250
H 13 in W 25 in L 30 in
Rare Matthew Linwood Georgian English Sterling Silver Snail Form Vinaigrette Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine rare Georgian English sterling silver vinaigrette. In the rare figural vinaigrette form of a snail shell or sea shell. It was made by Matthew Linwood...
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Yellow Gold Articulated Fish Charm
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 9 karat yellow gold charm modelled in the form of a fish; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive vintage fish charm...
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wendy Brandes 18K Gold Lion Ring With Sapphire Eyes and a Secret Inside
By Wendy Brandes
Located in New York, NY
The Wendy Brandes "Maneater" collection consists of seven one-of-a-kind rings, each of which features a triumphant creature on top, with a tiny man tucked away inside of the band. Th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, Yellow Diamond...
$950
W 1.34 in D 0.56 in L 2.96 in
Signed Japanese Fan Shaped Mixed Metals / Silver Box Okimono by Miyamoto Shoko
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine signed Japanese mixed metals okimono. In sterling silver with applied copper bands. Made by Miyamoto Shoko. In the form of ...
Silver, Mixed Metal
Skull Light Holder Copper Crystals Bue - Vintage - 2008
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J Dauphin Skull and Bone Light Holder, Copper with Blue Crystals, Paris 2008 Description: Skull and bone light holder in copper by J Dauphin, Paris, 2008. Blue crystal embellishments...
Crystal, Palladium, Brass, Enamel, Copper
Vintage Signed Sterling Silver Miniature Suitcase Pill Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage miniature silver suitcase pill box. By REO. In sterling silver. In the form of a suitcase. Marked to the interior. Simply a wonderful whimiscal travel related pil...
Sterling Silver
$12,400Sale Price|20% Off
Madleine Kay 18k Yellow Gold "Tiger Head " with Diamonds Paved
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Madleine Kay 18k yellow gold "Tiger head " with diamonds paved Specifications: main stone: diamonds carat total weight: .35 carats color: G clarity: VS brand: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wendy Brandes One-of-a-Kind 18K Gold and Gemstone Frog Ring With Hidden Prince
By Wendy Brandes
Located in New York, NY
22.9 grams of 18K rose, yellow, green, & white gold, satin finish. 23 points of brown diamonds. 3 points of white diamonds. 5 points of pink sapphires. Size 6. One-of-a-kind. Made in...
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Brown Diamond, Pink Sapphire,...
Beautiful Etched with Baked Enamel Ivory and Sea-Green "Dove In Flight" Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully detailed etched detailing along with baked ivory and sea-green enamel "Dove In Flight" brooch measures 2 1/4 inches in height. Width measures 2 inches, with a...
silver compact with Lapis Lazuli, Hand painted miniature scene
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning hand-painted miniature 800 silver compact. The hand-painting is signed (illegible look at photo) It measures 3 in. x 2 3/8 in. Mirror inside along with powder and puff. Pl...
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
Vintage Shell Cameo with Diamond
Located in Chesterland, OH
This vintage unmounted Carnelian shell cameo depicting the profile of the beautiful young lady is very well carved in exquisite detail. The cameo is decorated with a 0.03 ct diamond (2mm). This cameo dates back to around the 1910s-1930s. The carving on this cameo is excellent and well-detailed, with exceptional relief. This loose cameo...
Diamond
Disney 12oz 999 Silver Ingot Bar Enamel Box Set Mickey Mermaid Lion King Bambi
Located in Northbrook, IL
Enhance your collection with this exquisite Disney Silver Ingot set. Crafted in 999 fine silver, each one-ounce ingot is adorned with vibrant enamel illustrations of beloved Disney c...
Silver, Enamel
Epsom is a stamped or embossed calf leather (as opposed to being a grained leather like Togo or Clemence, or a smooth leather like Swift or Box). It is lightweight and stiff; thus Epsom is known for its ability to retain structure over time. Epsom is the primary leather used to make Sellier Kelly and Birkin bags which feature outside stitching on its edges which result in a crisp and sharp line. Epsom is more rain-resistant than other calf leathers.
Select Hermes goods go on sale twice a year in Paris, but Birkins – being highly coveted–are not known to be found at the sale.