Rare Hermès · Curated by Jane
Hermès Kelly Ado II Backpack Gold Clemence Gold Hardware * 2018
The object record
- Condition
- 1 – Pristine
- Material
- Clemence
- Color
- Gold
- Metallic finish
- Gold
The story behind the Kelly Ado
The Kelly reworked as a backpack; the name comes from Kelly à dos, French for Kelly on the back. First made in the late 1990s and reintroduced in 2018 as the Kelly Ado II, in a 22 cm size without a top handle.
Discover Hermès Kelly BagsThe 018cm Kelly is a scaled format that adjusts the original proportions.
Collector's Insight:
The Kelly carries the lineage of the original 1930s sac à dépêches, renamed the Kelly in 1956.
Resale Insight:
The market demand for Kelly bags continues to outpace supply. This specific configuration is a staple for collectors seeking a balance of heritage and contemporary style.
Condition, defined +
Every piece is graded on the JANEFINDS five-tier scale: 1 Pristine, 2 Excellent, 3 Very Good, 4 Good, 5 Vintage, Well-Loved. Each tier is defined in writing in The Condition Guide.
The JANEFINDS standard +
Every piece is authenticated in-house and individually inspected, and ships with a JANEFINDS Certificate of Authenticity.
Delivery and payment +
Domestic: FedEx Direct Signature, no additional fee unless noted. International: FedEx International Priority; duties and taxes may apply at destination. We do not ship to P.O. boxes. Orders ship within two business days of inventory and payment confirmation; contact us for expedited service.
Payment: Credit-card acceptance and payment arrangements are determined on a case-by-case basis. Contact JANEFINDS to confirm the payment arrangements for your purchase. Billing details must match the card exactly.
Returns +
This piece is final sale and is not eligible for return or refund. Full details in our Returns and Exchanges policy.
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