Hermes
Hermès Birkin 40 HAC Blue Thalassa Togo & White Stitching Palladium Hardware - 2003, G Square
$19,000.00
Essential luxury Hermes. Very special HAUT A COURROIES "HAC" 40cm. No other travel bag in the world is as exquisite as this handcrafted Hermès Birkin HAC bag in stunning Blue Thalassa and deviating white stitching. While Hermes is known for their incredible colors, their selection of blues alone spans over forty shades. Some hues such as Blue Jean and Blue Marine are produced for decades, while other shades are more elusive, only popping up for one season before seemingly disappearing entirely.
Since 1892, created by Émile-Maurice Hermès who modeled it after the totes used by Argentinian cowboys while on a trip to South America. Since then, other bags have been created with the original as the muse, including the Kelly in 1956 and the Birkin in 1984, which was modified from the HAC to be shorter and smaller, but with handles made a tad longer for toting over the arm.
Traditionally made in sizes from 40 cm through to 55 cm (which refers to the width of the bag), it has stayed true to its original form, large and imposing, which also happens to be its Achilles’ heel. Being so huge also means it is a less popular option as far as the guys are concerned. Sometimes, trying to spot one on the streets is like trying to find a unicorn, but when you do, you’ll drop everything you’re doing just to stare at it a little longer, taking in its magnificence and basking in its glory.
Condition: Very Good
Color: Blue Thalassa
Material: Togo Leather
40cm: 16" L x 9.5" W x 14" H
Collection: 2003, G Square
Pictured charms and accessories available separately
The term "hardware" refers to the metallic parts of the bag, such as the buckle hardware, base studs, lock and keys and/or strap, which are plated with a colored finish (e.g. gold, silver, palladium). The terms refer to the tone or color of the hardware and not the actual material used. If hardware is composed of precious solid metals this will be referenced in the description.
Store Fresh
No indication of wear, all plastic on hardware, never worn, essentially as new.
Pristine
Little to no indication of handling, usually with all plastic on hardware and most likely never worn.
Excellent
Very minor evidence of handling.
Very Good
Evidence of wear and handling, with no major flaws.
Good
Moderate wear and is fully functional.
Fair
Moderate wear and has condition issues that may or may not be repairable.
