Hermès Birkin 40 Rouge Vif Ostrich Gold Hardware
Hermès Birkin 40 Rouge Vif Ostrich Gold Hardware
Birkin 40 in Rouge Vif Ostrich with Gold hardware. Rouge Vif on Ostrich at 40 cm gives the quill pattern maximum surface area. The follicle dots are more widely spaced on Ostrich than any other exotic, and at this scale they read as a defining texture rather than a subtle detail. Rouge Vif is a pure saturated red with no brown or orange pull. At 40 cm this is a travel or oversize daily piece, not a standard handbag.
Condition: 3 – Very Good
Stamp: W ○ (1993)
Color: Rouge Vif
Leather: Ostrich
Hardware: Gold
Dimensions: 40 x 30 x 21 cm | 15.7" x 11.8" x 8.3"
Handle Drop: 11 cm | 4.3"
Collector's Insight: Ostrich Birkin 40s are rare on the secondary market. The 40 cm size receives a fraction of the production allocation that 25 and 30 do, and pairing it with an exotic skin narrows output further. Ostrich was absent from Hermès allocation in 2025 and returned in 2026, which has renewed interest across all Ostrich production years.
Resale Insight: The 40 cm format serves a different buyer than smaller sizes: someone who needs genuine capacity and treats the bag functionally. Ostrich at condition 3 indicates a piece that has been carried and used as intended. The skin's natural durability means it holds up under use better than shiny crocodile or Box Calf would at the same condition grade.
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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
