Hermès Kelly 28 in Vert Émeraude Shiny Niloticus Crocodile with Gold hardware
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The Sold Archive

Hermès Kelly 28 Sellier Emerald Shiny Nilo Crocodile Gold Hardware

Placed

Realized
$75,000–100,000

The object record

Condition
1 – Pristine
Material
Shiny Niloticus Crocodile
Color
Emerald
Metallic finish
Gold
JANEFINDS

The object record

Hermès Kelly 28 Sellier Emerald Shiny Nilo Crocodile Gold Hardware

Condition
1 – Pristine
Material
Shiny Niloticus Crocodile
Made in
France
Color
Emerald
Metallic finish
Gold
Dimensions
L 28 × H 22 × D 10 cm | L 11" × H 8.7" × D 3.9"
Care
Niloticus Crocodile Lisse: 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.

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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.

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The Kelly 28 Sellier in Emerald Shiny Niloticus Crocodile with Gold hardware. Niloticus Crocodile from the Nile crocodile has slightly larger scales than Porosus, with a rounder profile. It remains one of the most sought-after exotic skins in the Hermès range.

Sellier construction produces crisp, defined edges through external stitching. The 28cm Kelly is the most classic proportion for the silhouette. Interior is lined in matching Chèvre leather with one zip pocket and two slip pockets. Single top handle with detachable shoulder strap.

Collector's Insight:
Shiny Niloticus Crocodile 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 28cm size, continues to outpace supply. This specific configuration is a staple for collectors seeking a balance of heritage and contemporary style.

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