Hermès Constance 18 Doré Chèvre Chamkila Permabrass Hardware
Hermès Constance 18 Doré Chèvre Chamkila Permabrass Hardware
Constance 18 in Doré Chèvre Chamkila with Permabrass hardware. Doré is a metallic gold leather finish ; a warm, reflective gold pigment applied to the surface of the skin. Chèvre Chamkila is a goatskin with a fine, tight grain and natural sheen. The grain structure holds metallic pigment with more dimension than smooth calfskins because the surface texture catches and refracts light at multiple angles rather than reflecting it uniformly. This gives the bag visual depth rather than a flat metallic coating effect.
Permabrass is a warm-toned plated hardware finish ; deeper and more yellow-gold than Palladium, softer and less orange than standard Gold hardware. It was introduced around 2017 and appears intermittently in seasonal production rather than as a permanent hardware option. The tonal proximity between Doré leather and Permabrass metal creates a monochromatic gold effect where the hardware integrates into the bag's surface rather than contrasting against it.
Signature "H" clasp closure. Adjustable leather strap allows shoulder or crossbody wear. Interior divided into two compartments by a central wall, lined in Doré lambskin with one flat pocket.
Condition: 1 – Pristine
Stamp: K (2025)
Color: Doré (Metallic Gold)
Material: Chèvre Chamkila (exterior), Lambskin (interior)
Hardware: Permabrass
Dimensions: 18 × 15 × 5 cm | 7" W × 6" H × 2" D
Strap Drop: Adjustable, approximately 16"–21"
JaneFinds Collector's Insight:
The Constance was designed by Catherine Chaillet in 1959 and named after her daughter. The "H" clasp is functional ; it operates as a push-lock mechanism, not decorative. The Constance 18 is the smallest standard size (Hermès also produces Constance Wallet To Go and Constance Slim at smaller dimensions, but these are wallet formats). Chèvre Chamkila replaced Chèvre Mysore in Hermès production and is now the primary goatskin used across structured bags. Metallic finishes on Chèvre are produced periodically rather than continuously ; Doré has appeared across several seasons but is not a permanent color. Metallic leathers require more care than standard-dyed leathers: the metallic pigment layer sits on top of the skin and can transfer onto light-colored clothing with friction, and will show wear patterns where the surface contacts the body during crossbody wear.
JaneFinds Market Insight:
The Constance 18 is among the most allocation-restricted pieces in the Hermès leather goods range ; boutique availability is comparable to Kelly and Birkin in terms of scarcity. Metallic colorways appear in small production runs and are not available on request or through special order. The Permabrass hardware option further narrows the production window, as it is offered seasonally rather than as a standard finish.
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Documented stone varieties include 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 hand-knotted between adjacent stones, securing the strand against bead loss in the event of any single break. Stones are sorted into four documented colorways: Rainbow, Natural, Turquoise, and Malachite. Exact stone composition within each colorway varies by piece due to the natural variation of the source materials.
Standard length is 44 inches (112 cm), which produces a crossbody drop appropriate for Hermès bags 25 cm and smaller, including the Mini Kelly 20 II, Kelly Pochette, Constance 18 and 24, and Birkin 25. The chain can be doubled to produce a shorter shoulder drop or wrist-wrap carry, and worn as a standalone necklace at full length. Hardware (Gold or Palladium clasp) is selected at order.
Length: 44" | 112 cm
Material: Semi-Precious Stones, Hand-Knotted
Hardware: Gold or Palladium clasp (selected at order)
Colorways: Rainbow / Natural / Turquoise / Malachite
Recommended For: Hermès bags 25 cm and smaller (Mini Kelly 20 II, Kelly Pochette, Constance 18, Constance 24, Birkin 25)
Production: Hand-knotted, 7-10 business days
Note: Each chain is unique. Stones fall within the selected colorway range; exact composition varies by piece.
Styling Notes:
The chain pairs with the full JaneFinds accessory chain collection for coordinated multi-chain layering. Standard wear is single-strand crossbody; doubling produces a shorter shoulder carry. The lobster-clasp configuration matches Hermès sangle hardware proportions and does not require additional adapters.
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Hardware finish is offered in Gold or Palladium to match Hermès hardware on the carrying bag. Each chain terminates in a lobster clasp at one end and a spring ring at the other, attaching directly to the Kelly's sangle D-rings without adapters. Two clip sizes are offered: Standard Clip for Kelly 25, 28, 32, and 35; Small Clip for Mini Kelly 20 II, Vintage Mini Kelly, and Mini Bolide. Link gauge is selected as Wide or Narrow at order; Wide produces a heavier, more visually present chain, Narrow a finer line.
Standard chain length is 44 inches (112 cm), which produces a standard crossbody drop for most Kelly sizes. The chain can be doubled for a shorter shoulder carry or worn standalone as a necklace. Pairs with the JaneFinds Beaded Semi-Precious Stone Crossbody Chain and other accessory chain collection pieces for layered styling.
Length: 44" | 112 cm
Material: Cuban Link Chain
Hardware: Gold or Palladium (selected at order)
Clip Size: Standard or Small (selected at order)
Link Gauge: Wide or Narrow (selected at order)
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Standard Clip: Kelly 25, 28, 32, 35
Small Clip: Mini Kelly 20 II, Vintage Mini Kelly, Mini Bolide
Production: Made to order
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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
