Hermès HAC Birkin 40 Black Shiny Lizard Palladium Hardware
Hermès HAC Birkin 40 Black Shiny Lizard Palladium Hardware
In over three decades at the pinnacle of luxury, Jane has never encountered a 40cm HAC Birkin rendered in black shiny lizard, a rarity so profound it may be a true pièce unique , destined for only the most discerning collector.
The Haut à Courroies Birkin, celebrated as the “original Birkin,” boasts a storied lineage reaching back to 1892. Conceived by Émile-Maurice Hermès and inspired by the robust saddle bags of Argentinian gauchos, the HAC was crafted as an elegant yet utilitarian companion for travel, its generous proportions designed to accommodate a riding saddle. Over time, this model’s enduring design language gave rise to icons like the Kelly in 1956 and the classic Birkin in 1984. While those later styles evolved with a more compact silhouette and elongated handles, the HAC’s grand scale, most often 40cm and above, remains a bold rarity, particularly in such an exotic skin.
Condition: 2 – Excellent
Color: Black
Leather: Shiny Lizard
Hardware: Palladium
Dimensions: 40 x 30 x 21 cm | 16" x 12" x 8"
JaneFinds Collector's Insight: Shiny Lizard 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 40 remains a highly liquid asset in the luxury resale market. In a durable leather like Shiny Lizard, 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
