Hermès Shoulder Birkin 42 JPG II Shiny Black Porosus Crocodile Palladium Hardware
Hermès Shoulder Birkin 42 JPG II Shiny Black Porosus Crocodile Palladium Hardware
The Hermès Shoulder Birkin II, or "JPG II," is the refined evolution of Jean-Paul Gaultier's original 2004 design. Produced circa 2013, this iteration retains the provocative, deconstructed silhouette—wider, shorter, and slouchier than the standard Birkin—but features subtle updates to the interior construction for improved balance. This rare exotic example is rendered in Shiny Porosus Crocodile, the maison's most prestigious skin, identifiable by the distinct, tiny pore visible in each scale.
The "Lisse" finish is achieved through rigorous agate stone glazing, giving the black scales a liquid, mirror-like depth that creates a dramatic interplay with the light. Finished with Palladium hardware, this piece is an extraordinary time capsule: despite its 2013 production (Stamp Q), it has been kept in pristine, unused condition since leaving the atelier. It offers the collector a unique opportunity to acquire a discontinued Gaultier-era icon in the same fresh state as a bag leaving the boutique today.
Condition: 1 – Pristine (Unused)
Stamp: 2013, Stamp Q Square
Model: Shoulder Birkin 42 (JPG II)
Color: Black (Noir)
Material: Shiny Porosus Crocodile
Hardware: Palladium
Dimensions: 42 × 21 × 18 cm | 16.5" W × 8.5" H × 7" D
JaneFinds Collector's Insight:
The "JPG II" is a nuance often missed by casual observers but prized by completists. Released briefly around 2013, these pieces offer a slightly lighter carry experience than the original run. Finding a Shiny Porosus example from this era that has never been worn is a "Black Swan" event—it combines the historical significance of the Gaultier design with the impeccable condition of a brand-new asset.
JaneFinds Market Insight:
Shoulder Birkins in exotic skins are high-beta assets that have seen a resurgence as the "Big Bag" trend returns. The Porosus Crocodile variant is the apex of this model range. An unused JPG II commands a significant premium over standard vintage examples, appealing to the investor who demands archival rarity without compromising on quality.
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Standard Clip for Kelly 25cm, 28cm, 32cm, 35cm
Small Clip for Kelly Mini II 20cm, Vintage Kelly, Mini Bolide
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Custom lengths available on request, please contact us.
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
