Hermès Birkin 25 Bougainville Matte Alligator Palladium Hardware
Hermès Birkin 25 Bougainville Matte Alligator Palladium Hardware
The 25cm Matte Alligator Birkin in Bougainville is a standout piece from Hermès' 2008 collection, embodying both rarity and aesthetic brilliance. Its matte finish enhances the exotic miniature scales, while the vibrant red tone adds to its allure. Hermès' expertise in leather craftsmanship and color innovation shines through in this bag, as Bougainville, inspired by the bougainvillea flower, adds a distinctive touch to their already impressive spectrum of reds.
The 25cm is the most compact option in the standard Birkin range, balanced silhouette. 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.
Condition: 2 – Excellent
Color: Bougainville
Leather: Matte Alligator
Hardware: Palladium
Dimensions: 25 x 20 x 13 cm | 10" x 8" x 5"
JaneFinds Collector's Insight: 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.
JaneFinds Market Insight: The Birkin 25 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.
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JaneFinds Beaded Semi-Precious Stone Crossbody Chain
Hand-knotted semi-precious stone crossbody chain, designed as a crossbody strap for Hermès bags or worn independently as a necklace. Crafted using up to 60 varieties of semi-precious stones including amethyst, apatite, carnelian, citrine, emerald, labradorite, lemon quartz, peach moonstone, peridot, Peruvian opal, pink moonstone, prehnite, rose quartz, ruby, sunstone, and tourmaline. Each stone is individually knotted. Lobster clasp hardware at both ends for attachment to bag hardware. Each piece varies slightly due to the natural uniqueness of the stones.
Length: 44" (112 cm)
Recommended For: 25 cm bags and smaller
Hardware: Gold or Palladium (specify at order)
Material: Semi-Precious Stones, Hand-Knotted
Production: Made to order, 7-10 business days
Note: Each chain is unique. Stones fall within the selected color range but exact composition varies.
Styling: Attach to bag hardware for crossbody or shoulder wear. Double the chain for a shorter shoulder drop or wrist-wrap carry. Works as a standalone necklace without a bag. The full JaneFinds accessory chain collection includes coordinating options in specific color palettes.
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JaneFinds Cuban Crossbody Chain
Cuban link crossbody chain for Hermès Kelly and Mini Kelly bags. Converts top-handle carry to crossbody or shoulder wear without altering the bag. Cuban link pattern provides a flat, close-laying chain that sits flush against the body. Lobster clasp at one end, spring ring at the other. Available in Gold and Palladium to match Hermès hardware finishes.
Length: 44" (112 cm)
Hardware: Gold or Palladium
Link Style: Cuban
Production: Made to order
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Standard Clip: Kelly 25, 28, 32, 35
Small Clip: Mini Kelly II 20, Vintage Kelly, Mini Bolide
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Condition Rank
Condition Rank1 - Like New, shows little to no evidence of wear, age or handling
2 - Exceptionally well-maintained, very minor signs of use, wear, age, or handling
3 - Pre-Loved, gently used with slight signs of wear
4 - Pre-Loved, exhibits signs of wear and regular use
