Hermès Birkin 32 HAC Vert Fonce Ardenne Leather Gold Hardware
Hermès Birkin 32 HAC Vert Foncé Ardenne Leather Gold Hardware
The Hermès Haut à Courroies (HAC) Birkin is the original icon—the bag that gave birth to the modern Birkin silhouette. Originally designed to carry equestrian gear, the HAC’s taller proportions and signature shorter handles have earned it a cult following, particularly in rare smaller sizes like this 32cm version. Crafted in deep forest-toned Vert Foncé Ardenne leather, this 1996 edition represents a unique moment in Hermès history where tradition and evolving function intersect.
Ardenne is a structured, durable leather with a finely pebbled grain and a subtle sheen—favored in vintage Hermès for its resistance to wear and crisp silhouette retention. Here, it’s paired with radiant gold hardware, a combination that brings warmth and depth to the saturated green base. The 32cm HAC format offers generous internal space while retaining a feminine, elegant profile—a rare hybrid for connoisseurs who value heritage and proportion in equal measure.
With its original structure preserved and condition rated excellent, this is an heirloom-level find for serious Hermès collectors.
Condition: 2 – Excellent
Stamp: 1996, Circle Z
Color: Vert Foncé
Material: Ardenne Leather
Hardware: Gold
Dimensions: 12.5" L x 10.5" H x 6.5" W (32cm)
JaneFinds Collector's Insight
Small-scale HACs like this 32cm Vert Foncé edition are elusive and prized. While most HACs were produced for travel or function, these rarer handbag-sized versions were made in very limited quantities, often reserved for longtime clients. This combination of Vert Foncé with Ardenne and gold hardware is particularly rare in pristine vintage form—a standout piece for any serious Hermès archive.
JaneFinds Resale Insight
Vintage HACs under 35cm are difficult to source and often sell quickly on the secondary market due to their unique proportions and scarcity. This 1996 piece, crafted in now-retired Ardenne leather, stands out for its enduring structure and color depth. Its value is likely to appreciate as the market continues to lean into heritage formats and rare leathers.
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Condition Rank
Condition Rank1 - Like New, shows little to no evidence of wear, age or handling
2 - Exceptionally well-maintained, very minor signs of use, wear, age, or handling
3 - Pre-Loved, gently used with slight signs of wear
4 - Pre-Loved, exhibits signs of wear and regular use
