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Hermès Micro Picotin Lock 14 Gris Perle Matte Alligator with Gold Hardware
$35,000.00
Condition 1 – PristineThe Hermès Micro Picotin Lock 14 in Gris Perle Matte Alligator with Gold Hardware is the smallest Picotin format produced.
The object record
- Condition
- 1 – Pristine
- Date stamp
- K (2025)
- Material
- Matte Alligator Mississippiensis
- Made in
- France
- Color
- Gris Perle (Exterior) / Vert d'Eau (Interior)
- Metallic finish
- Gold
- Dimensions
- L 14 × H 13 × D 10 cm | L 4.75" × H 5" × D 4"
- Includes
- Full set
- 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 Picotin Lock
A supple, bucket-like bag closed by a leather strap and padlock; a picotin is a measure of oats for a horse. Lining, handles and accessories vary by size and edition.
Read the Picotin Lock referenceGris Perle is a pale cool gray, lighter and cooler than Gris Mouette, warmer than Blanc. The matte alligator finish means no gloss coating, which allows the natural scale pattern to show without reflective shine. Gold hardware provides warm contrast. The interior is lined in Vert d'Eau, a pale aquatic green.
At 14cm, this size holds essentials only: phone, cardholder, lipstick. This is less a functional tote and more an evening accessory.
Collector's Insight:
The Micro Picotin 14 is significantly rarer than 18cm or 22cm sizes. The bucket shape requires specific alligator skin cuts to maintain symmetry at this scale, which limits production. Matte alligator in neutral tones like Gris Perle is harder to source than bright colors: most micro exotic production is allocated to vibrant shades. The Vert d'Eau interior lining is an unusual detail that indicates special order or limited release.
Resale Insight:
Exotic Micro bags trade at premiums comparable to entry-level Birkins despite being accessories rather than handbags. The 14cm Picotin in matte alligator occupies a collector niche: small enough to be rare, neutral enough to be versatile, exotic enough to command premium pricing. Current-year production in pristine condition with full set appeals to collectors seeking statement accessories.
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 +
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Returns +
A return may be requested within 24 hours of delivery, with the security tag intact and the piece returned complete and in original condition. Approved returns carry a 5% restocking fee. Full details in our Returns and Exchanges policy.
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