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Rare Hermès · Curated by Jane
Hermès Shadow Birkin 35 Black Swift Palladium Hardware
$59,000.00
Condition 1 – PristineJean-Paul Gaultier's era at Hermès was a period of creative exploration.
The object record
- Condition
- 1 – Pristine
- Date stamp
- Y (2020)
- Material
- Swift
- Made in
- France
- Color
- Noir
- Metallic finish
- Palladium
- Year
- 2020
- Dimensions
- L 35 × H 25 × D 18 cm | L 14" × H 10" × D 7"
- Includes
- Clochette
- Care
- Protect from humidity, prolonged light and extreme heat, and seek an appropriate assessment before treatment. Care Guide
The story behind the Birkin
Originated in 1984 from a conversation between Jane Birkin and Hermès Executive Chairman Jean-Louis Dumas; its structural lineage traces to the Haut à Courroies. Familiar sizes are 25, 30, 35 and 40 cm, alongside miniature, shoulder and travel versions, in both Retourné and Sellier construction.
Discover Hermès Birkin BagsOne of the eminent French designer's most lauded works is the Shadow Birkin, a special edition initially created in 2009 and 2010. This unique iteration of the renowned Birkin design was embossed onto the supple Swift leather, transforming it into an open-top tote bag. The dimensions of this reimagined bag mirror the original's proportions perfectly, creating a subtle homage to the Birkin.
The past year saw Hermès re-introduce a highly exclusive selection of these 35cm Shadow Birkins. This particular model, fashioned from Black Swift leather, is in immaculate, store-fresh condition. A discreetly embossed clochette graces the rear of the bag, serving as an elegant finishing touch. Additionally, the bag features sangles with snap ends that neatly slide inside the front, affording a modicum of added security.
Collector's Insight:
The Birkin 35 in Black Swift represents the core of the Hermès handbag program. Production quantities are not disclosed by the house, and retail acquisition requires an established purchase history with a Hermès boutique.
Resale Insight:
The Birkin 35 is among the most consistently traded formats in the resale market. In a durable leather like Swift, it is built to be carried regularly rather than saved for occasions.
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.
The JANEFINDS standard +
Every piece is authenticated in-house and individually inspected, and ships with a JANEFINDS Certificate of Authenticity.
Delivery and payment +
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Returns +
This piece is final sale and is not eligible for return or refund. Full details in our Returns and Exchanges policy.
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Every piece is graded on the published JANEFINDS Standard, each tier defined in writing.
The Condition Guide