Hermès HAC Birkin 45 Etrusque Clémence Leather Gold Hardware
Hermès HAC 45 Etrusque Clémence Leather Gold Hardware
The Hermès Haut à Courroies (HAC) 45 is the original equestrian travel bag, distinguished by its taller proportions and shorter handles compared to the modern Birkin. This vintage 1996 example is rendered in Etrusque, a discontinued earthy tone that resembles terracotta or burnt sienna, capturing the warmth of the Tuscan landscape. Crafted from Taurillon Clémence, the leather is known for its heavy, matte grain and relaxed drape, giving this large travel piece a sophisticated slouch that defies the rigidity of new bags.
Accented with classic Gold hardware, the Etrusque pigment takes on a rich, autumnal character that is quintessentially 1990s Hermès. The 45cm size offers generous capacity for a weekend getaway while maintaining a manageable footprint compared to the massive 50cm or 60cm versions. Preserved in excellent condition, this circle-era piece carries the distinct quality of 20th-century craftsmanship.
Condition: 2 – Excellent
Stamp: Z ○ (1996)
Color: Etrusque (Terracotta/Brown)
Material: Clémence Leather
Hardware: Gold
Dimensions: 45 × 40 × 25 cm | 17.75" W × 15.75" H × 10" D
Collector's Insight:
Etrusque is a ghost color for modern collectors: a hue that defined a specific era of Hermès history but is no longer part of the standard palette. Finding it on a significant travel piece like the HAC 45 is rare. It appeals to the connoisseur who favors the old-Hermès aesthetic, where colors were derived from natural earth tones rather than the pop-brights of today.
Resale Insight:
Vintage HACs in discontinued colors are enjoying a strong resurgence as heritage travel pieces gain traction. Unlike black or gold, Etrusque offers a unique visual identity that signals a deep archive piece. It provides the utility of a modern weekender with the character of a vintage collectible.
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1 – Pristine, shows little to no evidence of wear, age, or handling
2 – Excellent, exceptionally well maintained with very minor signs of use
3 – Very Good, gently used with slight signs of wear
4 – Good, exhibits signs of wear and regular use
5 – Vintage / Well-Loved, significant wear from extensive use, disclosed in full
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