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Birkin BagBy Hermès

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Since its 1984 debut, the Hermès Birkin bag has become a coveted status symbol as much as it has an exclusive collector’s piece. The handbag is among the most expensive in the world, and the appetite for the accessory is well-known inside and outside the fashion industry.

The history of the Birkin bag owes to a chance meeting on a flight from Paris to London in 1981, when British actress, singer and model Jane Birkin found herself describing her ideal handbag to another passenger. The two travelers hadn’t properly met, so it wasn’t immediately clear that she was practically brainstorming a future product with Hermès chairman Jean-Louis Dumas. When the latter identified himself, he told the star that Hermès was prepared to produce the accessory of her dreams. A discussion followed that involved rough sketches on an Air France airsickness bag, and the Birkin was introduced three years later.

A spacious and symmetrical rectangular bag that features dual handles as compared to the trapezoidal single-handle frame of the company’s popular Kelly, the Birkin has amassed a rabidly enthusiastic fan base since its inception.

Because it is so pricey and sought after, the goatskin-lined Birkin has frequently been targeted by counterfeiters, and its modest aesthetic and understated branding prevent it from being easily discernible from fakes. An array of metallic hardware fixtures, most often produced in gold or palladium, helps distinguish this dynamic handcrafted tote, and likely assisted the French police officers who broke up an international counterfeit Birkin operation in 2012.

Among the characteristics that are integral to determining a Birkin’s authenticity as well as rendering it a truly desirable collector’s item are the signature lock and accompanying keys. The latter are tucked inside a lanyard made from a single piece of leather and draped around one of the handles. There are scuff-resistant base studs, too — a defense system to shield the durable leather exterior from damage should its owner park it on a gritty sidewalk. The studs are hammered in and can’t twist off, so there isn’t any danger of the bag losing its feet.

Each tote is hand-sewn according to Hermès’s centuries-old saddle-stitching technique, and the exotic leathers — a variety that includes ostrich and crocodile — are subsequently painted and polished by house craftsmen in France. Owing to the artisan construction effort behind this globally adored accessory, it may take up to several days to produce a single Birkin bag.

Jane had to wait for hers, too.

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2002 Hermès Birkin 30 grape
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Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Hermès Birkin 30 in grape Epsom leather delivered in its original Hermès dustbag Condition: very good Made in France Material : grained Epsom leather Interior : purple smoo...
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Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags

Vintage Hermes Birkin 40 Gold
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Located in Paris, FR
Large vintage Hermès Birkin bag Condition : good, little marks and stains (see on pictures) Made in France Model : Birkin 40 Material : Arde...
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1990s French Top Handle Bags

Black Crocodile Porosus Hermes Birkin 35
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Located in Paris, FR
Rare HERMES Birkin 35 bag porosus crocodile with silver hardware, delivered in its original HERMES dustbag Condition: very good Made in France Model: Birkin 35 Material : crocodile ...
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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Birkin 35 pumpkin
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage Hermès Birkin 35 bag from 1997 in pumpkin color with gold hardware. Will be delivered in its original Hermès dustbag. Condition: very good Made in Fr...
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1990s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Birkin 30 gold swift leather
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
rare ! Hermès Birkin bag 30 in swift leather from 1999. Will be delivered in its dustbag and original Hermès box Condition : very good Made in Fr...
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1990s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Ostrich Birkin 30 Violet handbag with Palladium hardware
By Hermès
Located in London, England
Hermes Ostrich Birkin 30 Violet colour handbag with Palladium hardware. This is a stunning rare birkin bag in very good condition. Marks in hardw...
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2010s Top Handle Bags

Birkin 30 Rose Confetti Bleu Azteque Chevre Bi-Color Horseshoe Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Birkin 30 Rose Confetti Bleu Azteque Chevre Bi-Color Horseshoe Bag. Palladium hardware, This is an authentic HERMES Chevre Bi Color Horseshoe Birkin 30 i...
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2010s French Tote Bags

Hermes Birkin 25 shiny Bougainvillea alligator bag PHW
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Located in New York, NY
Hermes Birkin 25 shiny Bougainvillea alligator bag PHW. Year 2011. Palladium Hardware. Great pre loved condition. Bag comes with certificate authentici...
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Hermes Birkin 35 Black Porosus Crocodile 18K yellow gold with diamonds
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Located in New York, NY
Absolutely Stunning RARE Collectors Piece. Hermes Birkin 35 in Black Shiny Porosus Crocodile with 18K Yellow gold hardware covered in Diamonds. Bag is in mint condition. Comes with ...
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Hermès Birkin 30 in fennel green from 2009
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Located in Paris, FR
Stunning Hermès Birkin 30 bag in fennel green grained leather delivered in its original Hermès dustbag. Condition: very good Made in France Model: Birkin 30 Material : grained leathe...
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Hermes Birkin 35 "Fray Fray" Desert Sesame Palladium Hardware
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Located in Aventura, FL
The Birkin Bag is a women's handbag from the luxury fashion brand Hermès that has been handcrafted since 1984 and is named after the actress Jane Birkin. The bag, like the Kelly Bag,...
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Hermes Birkin 30 Shiny Porosus Purple Amethyst Crocodile Bag with Diamonds
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Located in New York, NY
Hermes Birkin 30 Shiny Porosus Crocodile. Purple amethyst Color. 18K white gold hardware with diamonds. Bag comes with dust bag and box. The bag is missing keys, diamond locker, an...
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Hermès Atoll Blue Birkin 35
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Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Birkin 35 in atoll blue togo leather Condition: excellent Made in France Model : Birkin Size : 35 Material : togo leather Inside : leather Colour : atoll blue Dimensions : ...
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Hermes Birkin 30 Rainbow Fizz
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Hermes Birkin 30 Rainbow fizz customised by Janefinds with silver hardware Condition: excellent Made in France Model : Birkin Size : 30 Material : swift leather Colour : pink, blue, ...
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2005 Hermès Fuchsia Pink Ostrich Birkin 28
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Located in London, GB
A rare, collectable and highly sought-after 21st century (2005) Hermès fuchsia pink ostrich Birkin 28, comprising of one compartment with one self-...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

White Hermès Birkin 35
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
White Birkin with silver hardware, delivered in its original HERMES dustbag ! Condition: very good, it has been worn very little. Made in France Model : Birkin Size : 35 Material :...
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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Birkin 25 Vert Comics Togo Matte Alligator Touch Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Aventura, FL
This Birkin 25 is in Vert Comics togo leather and Vert Comics matte Mississippiensis Alligator with palladium hardware and has tonal stitching, a front strap, two straps with center ...
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2019 Hermes Gold Swift Birkin 30 Tressage Bag
By Hermès
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Limitrd edition birkin 30 tressage in gold swift leather and palladium hardware. Overall still in excellent barely worn condition, with minor storage scuffings. Stamp D (2019). Comes...
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2010s Tote Bags

Hermès Birkin Bag 35cm Capucine Togo Leather Palladium Hardware Stamp Q 2013
By Hermès
Located in Huddersfield, GB
Hermès Birkin Bag 35cm Capucine Togo Leather with Palladium Hardware Stamp Q_Year 2013. This bag is still in excellent condition. The leather still smells fresh, and it still retain...
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2010s Top Handle Bags

Hermes Birkin 25 Touch Vert Comics Green Togo Matte Alligator Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Ultra Rare and Most Difficult to get! Brand New Hermes Birkin 25 Touch Vert Comics Togo Leather and Matte Alligator Palladium Hardware. New B Stamp 202...
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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès 35cm Birkin Gold Togo Leather Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Brand: Hermès Style: Birkin Size: 35cm Color: Gold Material: Togo Leather Hardware: Gold (GHW) Dimensions: 13.75" W x 11" H x 7" D Handle Drop: 6"
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermès 35cm Birkin Sellier Anate Fringe Ebene Evergrain Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Brand: Hermès Style: Birkin Sellier Anate Fringe Size: 35cm Color: Ebene Material: Evergrain Leather Hardware: Palladium Hardware (PHW) Dimensions: 13.75" W x 11" H x 7" D Handle Dro...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Birkin 25 Gris Etain Togo with Gold Hardware bag
By Hermès
Located in London, England
Hermes Birkin 25 in Gris Etain Togo Leather with Gold Hardware handbag. A very classic combo. Grey grained semi matte finish leather exterior, two top handles. Comes with dustbag an...
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2010s Top Handle Bags

Hermès 30cm Birkin HSS Mimosa/Bleu Paon Porosus Crocodile Brushed Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Brand: Hermès Style: Birkin Size: 30cm Color: Mimosa, Bleu Paon Material: Matte Porosus Crocodile Hardware: Brushed Gold (BGHW) Dimensions: 11.75" W x 9.5" H x 6" D Handle Drop: 5"
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermès 30cm Birkin Black Shiny Crocodile Porosus Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Brand: Hermès Style: Birkin Size: 30cm Color: Black Material: Shiny Porosus Crocodile Hardware: Gold (GHW) Dimensions: 11.75" W x 9.5" H x 6" D Handle Drop: 5"
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Hermès 25cm Birkin Bleu Saphir Shiny Porosus Crocodile Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Brand: Hermès Style: Birkin Size: 25cm Color: Bleu Saphir Material: Shiny Porosus Crocodile Hardware: Gold Hardware (GHW) Dimensions: 10" W x 7.5" H x 4.75" D Handle Drop: 4"
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Hermès Jaune Ambre Togo Leather Birkin 25cm Retourne
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Hermès Jaune Ambre Togo Leather Birkin 25cm Retourne Product Details Xupes Ref: BB001 Brand: Hermès Model: Birkin 25cm Type: Tote Serial Number: B ...
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Hermes Birkin 25 Shiny Crocodile Porosus white gold with diamonds bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Hermes Birkin 25 Shiny Porosus Crocodile with diamonds and 18K white gold. Bag is in mint pristine condition. Comes with dust bag, box(little broken), Clochette, keys,CITES...
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2010s French Tote Bags

Hermès 35cm Birkin Fauve Barenia Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Brand: Hermès Style: Birkin Size: 35cm Color: Fauve Material: Barenia Leather Hardware: Palladium (PHW) Dimensions: 13.75" W x 11" H x 7" D Handle Drop: 6"
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Birkin 25 bag lime
By Hermès
Located in London, England
HERMÈS Birkin 25 bag Lime colour with Swift Leather with Palladium Hardware U Stamp / 2023. Comes with original receipt, box, dustbag, ribbon, felt, c...
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2010s Top Handle Bags

Hermès Birkin 35 Ghillies Anemone Bag with Palladium hardware
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
This Limited Edition Hermès Birkin Ghillies bag is extraordinarily rare and beautiful. As a Ghillies handbag, contour stitching details set ...
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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès 25cm Birkin Sellier Bleu Saphir Box Calf Leather Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Brand: Hermès Style: Birkin Sellier Size: 25cm Color: Bleu Saphir Material: Box Calf Leather Hardware: Palladium Hardware (PHW) Dimensions: 10" W x 7.5" H x 4.75" D Handle Drop: 4"
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Hac 40 crocodile graphite
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
HERMES HAC 40 travel bag Condition: very good condition Country of manufacture: France Model : Haut à courroies Size: 40 Gender: unisex Material: matt Porosus ...
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2010s French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Hermès 25cm Birkin Bleu Jean Togo Leather Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Brand: Hermès Style: Birkin Size: 25cm Color: Bleu Jean Material: Togo Leather Hardware: Gold Hardware (GHW) Dimensions: 10" W x 7.5" H x 4.75" D Handle Drop: 4"
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermes 8W Rose Azalee Birkin 30 Epsom Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers an Hermès 8W Rose Azalee Birkin 30 in Epsom leather that is a refined and elegant piece. Its soft pink hue adds a touch of femininity, while Epsom leather en...
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermès 40cm HAC Black Shiny Alligator Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Brand: Hermès Style: HAC Size: 40cm Color: Black Material: Shiny Alligator Hardware: Gold Hardware (GHW) Dimensions: 16" W x 16" H x 9" D Handle Drop: 4.5"
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Birkin 35 Epsom Bleu De Galice
By Hermès
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Borsa a mano firmata Hermès, modello Birkin, misura 35, realizzata in pelle Epsom, rigido e antigraffio, colore Bleu De Galice con hardware argentati. Dotata della classica patta con...
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermès Deep Brown Evergrain 30 cm Birkin
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Deep Brown Evergrain 30 cm Birkin is in pristine condition. Hand sewn and coveted worldwide; the Hermès Birkin is considered the epitome of luxury handbags...
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Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès 40cm HAC Black Toile/Swift Leather Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Brand: Hermès Style: HAC Size: 40cm Color: Black(Noir) Material: Toile/Swift Leather Hardware: Palladium Hardware (PHW) Dimensions: 16" W x 16" H x 9" D Handle Drop: 4.5"
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Rare Hermès Birkin 25cm Gris Caillou Grizzly/ Gris Meyer Swift PHW
By Hermès
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare Hermès Birkin 25cm handbag. The Grizzly Birkin is the namesake edition designed to showcase Veau Doblis Suede. The exterior of this Birkin is cra...
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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès 50cm HAC Caramel Togo Leather Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Brand: Hermès Style: HAC Size: 50cm Color: Caramel Material: Togo Leather Hardware: Palladium Hardware (PHW) Dimensions: 19.5" W x 17" H x 10.5" D Handle Drop: 4.5"
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Rose Epsom 30 cm Birkin with Palladium
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Rose Epsom 30 cm Birkin is in pristine unworn condition; the protective plastic is still intact on the hardware. Considered the ultimate luxury item, the Her...
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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Garnet Red Clemence 30 cm Birkin with Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Garnet Red Clemence 30 cm Birkin is in pristine unworn condition with the protective plastic intact on the gold hardware. Herm...
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2010s French Top Handle Bags

2008 Hermès Birkin 35 Togo Leather Toundra Top Handle Bag
By Hermès
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Hermès handbag, Birkin model, size 35, made in toundra-colored togo leather with silver hardware. Equipped with the classic flap with interlocking closure and buckle. Complete with p...
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Early 2000s Top Handle Bags

Hermès Navy Blue Epsom 25 cm Sellier Birkin
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Navy Blue Epsom 25 cm Sellier Birkin is in pristine unworn condition; the protective plastic is still intact on the hardware. Consi...
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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Dark Red Swift Leather 25 cm Birkin Bag with Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Dark Red Swift Leather 25 cm Birkin Bag is in pristine unworn condition with plastic intact on the hardware. Long waitlists are commonplace for the intensely c...
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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermes Gris Asphalte Birkin 30 Togo Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers an Hermès Gris Asphalte Birkin 30 in Togo leather is a sophisticated and timeless piece. Its deep grey hue adds a refined touch, while Togo leather offers du...
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermès Birkin 25cm Gris Perle Doblis Suede Leather Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Sydney, New South Wales
This is a rare find! Get your hands on this beautiful Hermes Birkin 25cm, expertly crafted with gris suede and palladium hardware. No longer produced, this timeless collectable will ...
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Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Green Cricket Epsom 30 cm Birkin with Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Green Cricket Epsom 30 cm Birkin is in pristine unworn condition; the protective plastic is still intact on the hardware. Considered the ultimate luxury item...
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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermés Birkin 30cm Touch Noir Taurillon Novillo/ Bleu Marine Niloticus Lisse PHW
By Hermès
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A gorgeous Hermès Touch Birkin 30 cm bag. The exterior of this Birkin "Touch" features noir taurillon novillo and bleu marine niloticus lisse leather with palladium hardware. The ext...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Novelty Bags

Hermès Bleu Paradis Birkin 30 Epsom Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers an Hermès Bleu Paradis Birkin 30 in Epsom leather that is a refined and elegant statement piece. Its soft, pastel blue hue...
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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Hermès Aubergine Togo Leather 30 cm Birkin Bag 2022
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Aubergine Togo Leather 30 cm Birkin Bag is in pristine unworn condition. A brand new deep purple color from 2022, this piece ha...
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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Rare Matte White Himalaya Niloticus Crocodile Birkin 30 PHW
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermès Rare Matte White Himalaya Niloticus Crocodile Birkin 30 PHW SKU: 112574 Condition Comments: Item is in excellent condition and displays light signs of wear. Plastic present a...
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2010s Top Handle Bags

Hermès Miami Dolphins Horseshoe Chevre 35 cm Birkin
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Yellow and White Clemence 35 cm Birkin is in pristine condition. Hermès bags are handstitched and usually require extensive wait lists. This uniquely bicolor...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Hermès Birkin Bag 35cm Capucine Togo Leather Palladium Hardware Stamp Q 2013
By Hermès
Located in Huddersfield, GB
Hermès Birkin Bag 35cm Capucine Togo Leather with Palladium Hardware Stamp Q_Year 2013. This bag is still in excellent condition. The leather still smells fresh, and it still retain...
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2010s Top Handle Bags

Hermès 30 cm Deep Brown Evergrain Birkin with Palladium
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès 30 cm Deep Brown Evergrain Birkin is in pristine condition. Hand sewn and coveted worldwide; the Hermès Birkin is considered the epitome of luxury handbags...
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Early 2000s French Top Handle Bags

2007 Hermès Birkin Bag Togo Leather Plomb Top Handle Bag
By Hermès
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Bag by Hermès, Birkin model, size 35, made in Togo leather, soft to the touch and with light veins, Plomb colour, equal to black. Equipped with the classic interlocking flap, with ...
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Early 2000s Top Handle Bags

Hermès Birkin35 Fauve Barenia Faubourg bag
By Hermès
Located in London, England
Hermès Fauve Barenia Faubourg Birkin 35 Palladium Hardware. Very special and in high demand bag. Signature Barenia leather, the most popular le...
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2010s Top Handle Bags

Hermes Haut à courroies from 1955's
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage Hermes Hac Condition : Good condition Country of manufacture : France Gender : Unisex Interior : black Material : grained leather Color : ...
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Hermes Birkin 30 Crevette Togo Palladium Hardware
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Located in New York, NY
Hermes Birkin 30 Crevette Togo Leather Palladium Hardware Condition: Pre-owned Measurements: (W)30cm × (H)22cm × (D)16cm Bag Material: Togo Leather Hardware Material: Palladium pla...
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