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Hermès Kelly Dépêches 25 Pochette Black Matte Alligator Palladium Hardware
$45,000.00
Condition 1 – PristineThe Kelly Dépêches 25 Pochette in Black Matte Alligator with Palladium hardware.
The object record
- Condition
- 1 – Pristine
- Material
- Matte Alligator
- Made in
- France
- Color
- Black
- Metallic finish
- Palladium
- Includes
- Strap
- 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 Kelly Dépêches
A document-case form of the Kelly; the name recalls Sac à Dépêches, the bag's name before it became the Kelly.
Read the Kelly Dépêches referenceAlligator Mississippiensis features wider, flatter scales than crocodile, with a distinctive umbilical scar pattern. The hide takes dye exceptionally well.
The Dépêches line descends from Hermès's briefcase family, and this Pochette distills it into a flat, structured pouch closed with the Kelly turn-lock. The format is designed for hand carry: documents, a phone, and evening essentials, held in a slim architectural envelope. Interior is lined in matching leather.
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 market demand for Kelly-family pieces 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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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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The Condition Guide