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Hermès Birkin 35 Black Shiny Porosus Crocodile with Palladium Hardware
$55,000.00
Hermès Birkin 35 Black Shiny Porosus Crocodile Palladium Hardware
The Hermès Birkin 35 in Black Shiny Porosus Crocodile is constructed from the maison's premier exotic skin, identified by the caret symbol (^) adjacent to the logo. Sourced from the saltwater Crocodylus porosus, the skin is characterized by its small, symmetrical, and square scale pattern. The high-gloss "Lisse" finish is achieved through the traditional method of buffing the leather with an agate stone, which creates a glass-like sheen without the use of artificial glazing.
The 35cm silhouette represents the original Birkin design, offering a substantial capacity suitable for daily use. This example is finished in classic Black (Noir), creating a stark, high-contrast aesthetic against the cool Palladium hardware. The combination of the reflective black scales and the silver-tone accents offers a modern, architectural alternative to the traditional gold-paired configurations.
Condition: 2 – Excellent
Model: Birkin 35
Color: Black (Noir)
Material: Shiny Porosus Crocodile
Hardware: Palladium
Dimensions: 35 × 25 × 18 cm | 14" W × 10.75" H × 7.5" D
Collector's Insight:
Black Shiny Porosus is the reference standard for exotic skins within the Hermès archive. The presence of the caret stamp confirms the use of Porosus, distinguishing it from Nilo (two dots) or Alligator (square) species. While often seen with Gold hardware, the Palladium configuration is prized by collectors who prefer a sharper, more contemporary visual profile.
Resale Insight:
The Birkin 35 in Black Porosus remains a "core" asset with high liquidity. It functions as a store of value due to the perennial demand for this specific specification. While pristine examples command the highest premiums, excellent condition pieces are highly tradeable as they offer the same visual impact at a slightly more accessible entry point for the serious user-collector.
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