{"product_id":"hermes-birkin-35-ciel-matte-alligator-palladium-hardware","title":"Hermès Birkin 35 Ciel Matte Alligator Palladium Hardware","description":"\u003ch4\u003eHermès Birkin 35 Ciel Matte Alligator Palladium Hardware\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlligator Birkin bags, highly sought-after and , are produced in relatively low numbers compared to their leather counterparts. The craftsmanship that goes into creating each alligator Birkin is nothing short of remarkable, as only one highly trained artisan is assigned to work on each bag, meticulously devoting several days to craft it to perfection. The alligator scales, which appear effortlessly smooth and harmonious to the untrained eye, are selected and aligned with the precision of a pointillist. The coloration process for these luxurious skins can take additional days, with lighter shades proving to be more challenging. Hermès is renowned for its vast array of colors, boasting over forty distinct shades of blue alone. Some hues, such as Blue Jean and Blue Marine, have been in production for decades, while others are more elusive, making brief appearances for a season or two before seemingly vanishing. One such captivating shade is the 35cm Birkin Ciel in Matte Alligator, a soft sky blue color that translates to \"sky\" in French. This elegant hue is imbued with a subtle hint of gray, resulting in an unassuming yet sophisticated appearance that adds a touch of refinement to the already luxurious bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 35cm is the original size designed for Jane Birkin in 1984, balanced silhouette valued for its capacity as a functional day bag. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 – Excellent\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ciel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeather:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matte Alligator\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Palladium\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35 x 25 x 18 cm | 14\" x 10\" x 7\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJaneFinds Collector's Insight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJaneFinds Market Insight:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Birkin 35 remains a highly liquid asset in the luxury resale market. In a durable leather like Matte Alligator, it is considered a 'workhorse' investment piece that holds value exceptionally well through daily use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e👜 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/janefinds.com\/pages\/condition-guide\" title=\"JaneFinds Condition Guide\"\u003eJaneFinds Condition Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n📅 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/janefinds.com\/pages\/date-stamp-reference\" title=\"Hermès Date Stamp Reference\"\u003eDate Stamp Reference\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n⛓️ \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/janefinds.com\/pages\/accessory-chains\" title=\"Accessory Chains\"\u003eAccessory Chains\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n📐 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/janefinds.com\/pages\/size-guide\" title=\"Size Guide\"\u003eSize Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n \"@type\": \"Product\",\n \"name\": \"Herm\\u00e8s Birkin 35 Ciel Matte Alligator Palladium Hardware\",\n \"brand\": {\n \"@type\": \"Brand\",\n \"name\": \"Herm\\u00e8s\"\n },\n \"description\": \"Alligator Birkin bags, highly sought-after and , are produced in relatively low numbers compared to their leather counterparts. The craftsmanship that goes into creating each alligator Birkin is nothi\",\n \"category\": \"Birkin\",\n \"url\": \"https:\/\/janefinds.com\/products\/hermes-birkin-35-ciel-matte-alligator-palladium-hardware\",\n \"offers\": {\n \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n \"priceCurrency\": \"USD\",\n \"price\": \"38000\",\n \"availability\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\",\n \"seller\": {\n \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n \"name\": \"JaneFinds\"\n }\n },\n \"color\": \"Ciel\",\n \"material\": \"Matte Alligator\",\n \"itemCondition\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/UsedCondition\"\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e","brand":"Hermes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45020333048111,"sku":"","price":38000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1826\/7937\/files\/Hermes-Birkin-35-Ciel-Matte-Alligator-Palladium-Hardware.jpg?v=1683270503","url":"https:\/\/janefinds.com\/ja\/products\/hermes-birkin-35-ciel-matte-alligator-palladium-hardware","provider":"JANEFINDS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}