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Hermès Kelly Pochette Rose Scheherazade Shiny Alligator Gold Hardware
The Kelly Pochette, a Jean-Paul Gaultier creation from his inaugural runway show, is often cited by connoisseurs as the "original" Mini Kelly.
The object record
- Condition
- 1 – Pristine
- Date stamp
- A (2017)
- Material
- Shiny Alligator
- Made in
- France
- Color
- Rose Scheherazade (Magenta)
- Metallic finish
- Gold
- Model
- Kelly Pochette (Mini Kelly I)
- Dimensions
- L 22 × H 13 × D 6 cm | L 8.7" × H 5.1" × D 2.4"
- Condition notes
- Full Set
- Care
- Alligator Lisse: Exotic skin is not interchangeable with other leathers for treatment: a product intended for one may be unsuitable for another. Protect from humidity, prolonged light and extreme heat, and seek an appropriate assessment before treatment. Care Guide
The story behind the Kelly Pochette
The Kelly as a small, box-like clutch, with the Kelly flap, straps and turn-lock and a top handle.
Discover Wallets, Clutches, PochettesThis example is rendered in Rose Scheherazade Shiny Alligator, a vibrant magenta hue named after the legendary storyteller of One Thousand and One Nights. The skin exhibits the small, symmetrical scales characteristic of the species, polished to a glass-like finish with an agate stone to enhance the color's electric depth. Paired with warm Gold hardware, the combination is opulent and undeniably glamorous.
Structurally, the Pochette differs significantly from the Mini Kelly II. With a 22cm base and a flexible, single-compartment interior, it offers superior capacity, easily accommodating modern smartphones and essentials that the rigid MKII cannot. Produced in 2017 (Stamp A), this piece remains in pristine condition, serving as both a functional evening clutch and a significant artifact of the Gaultier era.
Collector's Insight:
Rose Scheherazade is one of the most coveted "Pop" pinks in the Hermès library, sitting between the depth of Rose Pourpre and the brightness of Rose Shocking. Finding this color in a Kelly Pochette is exceptionally rare. For the collector, the Pochette represents the perfect synthesis of Gaultier's vision: a deconstructed, handheld Kelly that prioritizes elegance without sacrificing utility.
Resale Insight:
While the Mini Kelly II currently dominates social media, the Kelly Pochette is the "Quiet Luxury" alternative that is seeing a sharp rise in valuation. Collectors are realizing its superior functionality and historical significance. An alligator Pochette in a top-tier color like Rose Scheherazade is a resilient asset that trades with high liquidity in the secondary market.
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Condition, defined +
Every piece is graded on the JANEFINDS five-tier scale: 1 Pristine, 2 Excellent, 3 Very Good, 4 Good, 5 Vintage, Well-Loved. Each tier is defined in writing in The Condition Guide.
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