Hermes
Hermès Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Vintage Black Box Leather with Gold Hardware
Hermès mini Kelly bags have been highly coveted in recent years. The original mini 20 sellier, especially in one of the original leathers that Hermes is revered for rarely come to market. Offered here in black box leather Mini Kelly 20 With Gold Hardware Hermès - Circa 1989. This bag shows beautifully in excellent condition.
When it comes to tradition and historical significance, few materials in the Hermès repertoire can match the prestige of Box Leather. Named after the renowned English shoe maker Joseph Box from the 1890s, this leather is the oldest variety utilized by the French luxury brand to create their iconic handbags, including the vintage versions of the famous Kelly bags. It is a testament to the timeless appeal of the Kelly, originally introduced as the "Sac à dépêches" in 1935, that it remains a beloved and highly sought-after style, garnering even greater fame when it was renamed in honor of Princess Grace Kelly in 1956.
When it comes to tradition and historical significance, few materials in the Hermès repertoire can match the prestige of Box Leather. Named after the renowned English shoe maker Joseph Box from the 1890s, this leather is the oldest variety utilized by the French luxury brand to create their iconic handbags, including the vintage versions of the famous Kelly bags. It is a testament to the timeless appeal of the Kelly, originally introduced as the "Sac à dépêches" in 1935, that it remains a beloved and highly sought-after style, garnering even greater fame when it was renamed in honor of Princess Grace Kelly in 1956.
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Size: 20cm
Color: Black
Hardware: Gold
Condition: Excellent
Collection: 1989, Circle S
Material: Box Leather
The term "hardware" refers to the metallic parts of the bag, such as the buckle hardware, base studs, lock and keys and/or strap, which are plated with a colored finish (e.g. gold, silver, palladium). The terms refer to the tone or color of the hardware and not the actual material used. If hardware is composed of precious solid metals this will be referenced in the description.
Store Fresh
No indication of wear, all plastic on hardware, never worn, essentially as new.
Pristine
Little to no indication of handling, usually with all plastic on hardware and most likely never worn.
Excellent
Very minor evidence of handling.
Very Good
Evidence of wear and handling, with no major flaws.
Good
Moderate wear and is fully functional.
Fair
Moderate wear and has condition issues that may or may not be repairable.
