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Hermès Kelly 25 Sellier Vert Cypress Alligator Gold Hardware
$79,500.00
Condition 1 – PristineThis Hermès Kelly 25 Sellier is a study in dark romance and structural perfection.
The object record
- Condition
- 1 – Pristine
- Date stamp
- U
- Material
- Alligator
- Made in
- France
- Color
- Vert Cypress
- Metallic finish
- Gold
- Dimensions
- L 25 × H 19 × D 9 cm | L 9.8" × H 7.5" × D 3.5"
- Care
- Alligator: 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 Kelly
Created in the 1930s by Robert Dumas as a women's bag with straps: a trapezoid with two triangular gussets, a cutout flap, a handle and two side straps. It took the Kelly name in 1956, when Grace Kelly made it famous. Sellier construction keeps the seams on the outside for a more defined outline; Retourné construction turns them inside for softer edges. The leather does not decide the construction: Box calf Kellys are recorded in both.
Discover Hermès Kelly BagsCrafted from Shiny Alligator Mississippiensis, identified by the square symbol (□) adjacent to the logo, the skin is finished in Vert Cypress. This complex hue is a blackened evergreen that reads as a deep, mysterious green under direct light and shifts to a near-black "faux noir" in dimmer settings. The "Lisse" (shiny) finish is achieved through agate glazing, giving the scales a glass-like reflectivity that enhances the depth of the color.
Constructed in the Sellier style, the bag features rigid, sharp edges and visible topstitching, offering an architectural silhouette that maximizes the formality of the exotic skin. The rich green is framed by warm Gold hardware, creating a regal contrast that feels both vintage and fiercely modern. Produced in 2022 (Stamp U), this pristine example is a masterclass in understated luxury.
Collector's Insight:
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 market demand for Kelly bags, particularly in the 25cm size, continues to outpace supply. This specific configuration is a staple for collectors seeking a balance of heritage and contemporary style.
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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The Condition Guide