The Sold Archive
Hermès Birkin 30 Blue Saphir Semi-Matte Niloticus Crocodile Gold Hardware
Placed
- Realized
- $75,000–100,000
The object record
- Condition
- 1 – Pristine
- Color
- Blue Saphir Semi
- Material
- Matte Niloticus Crocodile
- Hardware
- Gold
Hermès Birkin 30 Blue Saphir Semi Matte Niloticus Crocodile Gold Hardware
Niloticus crocodile skin is created by polishing the spots with agate for a "Lisse Finish" to the leather of crocodile originating from Africa. Niloticus means Nile River.
The 30cm is the balanced silhouette valued for its capacity as a functional day bag. Interior is lined in matching Chevre leather with one zip pocket and one open pocket. Signature turn-lock closure, front flap, and sangles complete the hardware configuration.
Collector's Insight:
Matte Niloticus Crocodile production is constrained by raw material scarcity and limited annual output. Allocation within Hermès exotic bag production is among the most selective in the house.
Resale Insight:
The Birkin 30 is among the most consistently traded formats in the resale market. In a durable leather like Matte Niloticus Crocodile, it is built to be carried regularly rather than saved for occasions.
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