Hermès Kelly 28 Sellier Black Box Gold Hardware

Hermès Kelly 28 Sellier Black Box Gold Hardware

Twenty-eight centimeters in Sellier construction. Black Box calfskin with Gold hardware—the Kelly configuration that established the template. Box leather is Hermès's original smooth calfskin: firm, semi-gloss surface that develops patina with age rather than showing wear as damage. The finish deepens over decades; nearly thirty-year-old Box looks different from new Box, and collectors value both.

This 1996 example comes with strap, lock, and keys. Clochette is missing—an opportunity to personalize with Hermès charms or a JaneFinds accessory in its place. The bag shows honest age consistent with nearly three decades; very good condition means it has been carried and cared for rather than stored untouched.

Condition: 3 – Very Good
Stamp: 1996, Z ○
Color: Black
Leather: Box Calfskin
Hardware: Gold
Dimensions: 28 × 22 × 10 cm | 11" W × 8.5" H × 4" D
Includes: Strap, Lock, Keys (Clochette not included)

JaneFinds Collector's Insight:
Vintage Black Box Kellys represent Hermès before the Birkin dominated production—the Kelly was the house's primary silhouette for decades. Box leather from this era has developed character that new production can't replicate. The missing clochette reduces price point while the bag itself remains structurally sound; collectors comfortable with vintage often accessorize with charms rather than seeking replacement parts.

JaneFinds Market Insight:
Vintage Black Box Kellys with Gold hardware trade as heritage pieces. The 1996 production date places this in an era of established craftsmanship before recent demand spikes changed allocation. Missing accessories affect pricing; this represents entry into vintage Kelly ownership at an accessible point.

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