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Vintage Hermès Sac Cordelière White Patent Leather Envelope Handbag- 25 cm, 1951

$2,950
£2,189.01
€2,549.90
CA$4,106.42
A$4,572.87
CHF 2,379.93
MX$56,382.94
NOK 30,310.18
SEK 28,488.63
DKK 19,025.43
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About the Item

Though it is almost 70 years old, this magnificent handbag is as lustrous and stylish as the day it was made in 1951. Best of all it is true, bright white and an ideal complement to your resort, spring and summer wardrobe. Envelope-style top handle bag with gold palladium rope motif flip latch closure and handle hardware; accordion gusseted bottom and sides. Three interior compartments: one flat with no pockets, one expanding with two flat side pockets and lipstick slot, one expanding with snapping envelope-style side pocket. Fully lined in white kidskin leather. 10" x 13" Hermès sleeper bag included. material: patent leather, kidskin leather, gold palladium noteworthy: polish exterior with soft cloth repairs: none condition: very good with light corner wear on bottom gusset and gentle discoloration to inside envelope flap at touch points (see photos). measurements: width: 9 ¾” height: 6” depth: 2 ½” (expands to 5” when filled) handle drop: 5 ½” label: Hermès Paris
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Length: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)
  • Style:
    Sac Cordelière (In the Style Of)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very light corner wear on bottom gusset and gentle discoloration to inside envelope flap at touch points (see photos).
  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0923.15.0021stDibs: LU86433887813

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