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Rare Hermès · Curated by Jane
Hermès Birkin 25 Touch Black Togo and Matte Alligator Gold Hardware
$45,000.00
Condition 1 – PristineThe Touch Birkin is a special variation of the iconic Hermès Birkin bag, introduced a few years ago, featuring a subtle use of exotic leather.
The object record
- Condition
- 1 – Pristine
- Material
- Matte Alligator
- Made in
- France
- Color
- Black
- Metallic finish
- Gold
- Dimensions
- L 25 × H 20 × D 13 cm | L 10" × H 8" × D 5"
- Includes
- Clochette
- Care
- Alligator Mat: 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 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 BagsThis exclusive design extends to other Hermès bags as well, including the Touch Kelly, Touch Picotin, and Touch Baton de Craie. These limited-edition bags are considered rare and highly sought after. The Touch Birkin is the most famous of these bags, characterized by accents of exotic leather, typically crocodile or alligator, on the flap, sangles, handles, and clochette. The rest of the bag is made from either Togo leather or Novillo leather. Shiny crocodile or alligator is generally paired with Togo leather, while matte variations complement Novillo leather. However, this is not a strict rule, as some bags feature the inverse combination.
The 25cm is the most compact option in the standard Birkin range, balanced silhouette. 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 Alligator 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 25 is among the most consistently traded formats in the resale market. In a durable leather like Matte Alligator, 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 +
Domestic: FedEx Direct Signature, no additional fee unless noted. International: FedEx International Priority; duties and taxes may apply at destination. We do not ship to P.O. boxes. Orders ship within two business days of inventory and payment confirmation; contact us for expedited service.
Payment: Credit-card acceptance and payment arrangements are determined on a case-by-case basis. Contact JANEFINDS to confirm the payment arrangements for your purchase. Billing details must match the card exactly.
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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How JANEFINDS authenticates-
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About Jane -
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How we authenticate -
Five tiers
Every piece is graded on the published JANEFINDS Standard, each tier defined in writing.
The Condition Guide