Hermès Passe-Guide Shiny Porosus Crocodile Ebène Gold Hardware
Hermès Passe-Guide Shiny Porosus Crocodile Ebène Gold Hardware
The Hermès Passe-Guide is an archival masterpiece that ranks among the most technically complex bags the maison has ever produced. Named after an equestrian harness guide, this 1990 vintage example is constructed in the Sellier style, utilizing rigid outer stitching to maintain its distinct, rounded architecture. It is crafted from Shiny Porosus Crocodile, the premier exotic skin identified by the caret symbol, and rendered in Ebène;a deep, blackened brown that offers a softer, warmer alternative to Noir.
The bag is celebrated for its whimsical "anthropomorphic" hardware, where the gold turn-lock clasp resembles a smiling mouth, flanked by two purely decorative Clou de Selle "eyes". The interior is lined in smooth Lambskin, a hallmark of vintage luxury. Preserved in excellent condition with shiny skin and intact gilding, this piece is a testament to the "Golden Era" of Hermès saddlery.
Condition: 2 – Excellent (Shiny skin; Micro-scratches on hardware)
Stamp: 1990, Circle M
Model: Passe-Guide Sellier
Color: Ebène (Dark Brown)
Material: Shiny Porosus Crocodile
Hardware: Gold
Dimensions: 23.5 × 19 × 7.8 cm | 9.25" W × 7.5" H × 3" D
Strap Drop: 82 cm | 32"
JaneFinds Collector's Insight:
The Passe-Guide is a "Grail" for the historical collector. Its production was limited due to the difficulty of its construction;specifically, achieving the Sellier stitch on such a curvaceous form. To find one in Porosus Crocodile is exceptionally rare. It represents a specific moment in design history where Hermès blended equestrian utility with playful, surrealist hardware.
JaneFinds Market Insight:
Vintage exotic bags from the 1990s are currently undervalued relative to their modern counterparts. A Porosus Passe-Guide offers a level of hand-craftsmanship that would cost exponentially more to commission today (if even possible). As collectors look beyond the Birkin/Kelly binary, architectural vintage pieces like this are seeing renewed appreciation and value growth.
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JaneFinds Beaded Semi-Precious Stone Crossbody Chain
Hand-knotted semi-precious stone crossbody chain, designed as a crossbody strap for Hermès bags or worn independently as a necklace. Crafted using up to 60 varieties of semi-precious stones including amethyst, apatite, carnelian, citrine, emerald, labradorite, lemon quartz, peach moonstone, peridot, Peruvian opal, pink moonstone, prehnite, rose quartz, ruby, sunstone, and tourmaline. Each stone is individually knotted. Lobster clasp hardware at both ends for attachment to bag hardware. Each piece varies slightly due to the natural uniqueness of the stones.
Length: 44" (112 cm)
Recommended For: 25 cm bags and smaller
Hardware: Gold or Palladium (specify at order)
Material: Semi-Precious Stones, Hand-Knotted
Production: Made to order, 7-10 business days
Note: Each chain is unique. Stones fall within the selected color range but exact composition varies.
Styling: Attach to bag hardware for crossbody or shoulder wear. Double the chain for a shorter shoulder drop or wrist-wrap carry. Works as a standalone necklace without a bag. The full JaneFinds accessory chain collection includes coordinating options in specific color palettes.
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JaneFinds Cuban Crossbody Chain
Cuban link crossbody chain for Hermès Kelly and Mini Kelly bags. Converts top-handle carry to crossbody or shoulder wear without altering the bag. Cuban link pattern provides a flat, close-laying chain that sits flush against the body. Lobster clasp at one end, spring ring at the other. Available in Gold and Palladium to match Hermès hardware finishes.
Length: 44" (112 cm)
Hardware: Gold or Palladium
Link Style: Cuban
Production: Made to order
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Standard Clip: Kelly 25, 28, 32, 35
Small Clip: Mini Kelly II 20, Vintage Kelly, Mini Bolide
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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
