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Hermès Kelly Cut 5P Bubblegum Pink Swift Palladium Hardware
$15,500.00
Condition 1 – PristineThe Hermès Kelly Cut is the elongated, architectural clutch iteration of the iconic Kelly bag.
The object record
- Condition
- 1 – Pristine
- Material
- Swift
- Made in
- France
- Color
- 5P Bubblegum Pink
- Metallic finish
- Palladium
- Dimensions
- L 31 × H 13 × D 2.5 cm | L 12.2" × H 5.1" × D 1"
- Includes
- Lock, Strap
- Care
- Protect from humidity, prolonged light and extreme heat, and seek an appropriate assessment before treatment. Care Guide
The story behind the Kelly Cut
Introduced in 2008 as the successor to the Kelly Longue, which was discontinued that year. The clutch expression of the Kelly: the same turn-lock closure and signature flap in a flat, elongated east-west format.
Discover Hermès Kelly CutRetaining the signature turn-lock, sangles (straps), and top handle of its parent design, the Cut flattens the proportions to create a streamlined silhouette suitable for evening wear. This specific example is rendered in Swift leather, a fine-grained, semi-smooth calfskin known for its exceptional ability to absorb bright dyes.
The color is 5P Bubblegum Pink, a legendary hue in the Hermès archive. Often associated with exotic skins, 5P is a "true" saturated pink that avoids the neon undertones of Rose Tyrien or the purple notes of Rose Scheherazade. In Swift leather, the color appears dense and vibrant. The bag features a flat handle designed to be carried in the hand, and it is finished with Palladium Hardware, offering a crisp, modern contrast to the intense pink leather.
Collector's Insight:
The Kelly in 5P Bubblegum Pink Swift carries the lineage of the original 1930s sac à dépêches, renamed the Kelly in 1956.
Resale Insight:
The market demand for Kelly bags 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