Hermès Shoulder Birkin 42 JPG Rose Tyrien Shiny Porosus Crocodile Palladium Hardware
Hermès Shoulder Birkin 42 JPG Rose Tyrien Shiny Porosus Crocodile Palladium Hardware
The Shoulder Birkin;Jean Paul Gaultier's horizontal reinterpretation of the Birkin silhouette, designed during his tenure at Hermès. The proportions shift: wider than tall, compressed height, elongated base. The format tucks under the arm rather than hanging from the hand. Forty-two centimeters, the original JPG size, with hardware configuration distinct from the later JPG II that followed.
Rose Tyrien Shiny Porosus Crocodile with Palladium hardware. Rose Tyrien is Hermès's saturated fuchsia-magenta;one of the most vivid pinks the house produces. On shiny Porosus, the color gains intensity; the high-gloss finish reflects light across each scale, amplifying saturation. Porosus (Crocodylus porosus, marked with ∙) shows finer, more uniform scales than American alligator. Interior lined in Fuchsia Chèvre. Palladium hardware cools the warm pink slightly.
Condition: 2 – Excellent
Stamp: 2013, Q
Color: Rose Tyrien
Leather: Shiny Porosus Crocodile
Hardware: Palladium
Dimensions: 42 × 23 × 20 cm | 16.75" W × 9" H × 8" D
JaneFinds Collector's Insight:
The JPG Shoulder Birkin in exotic skin is genuinely rare;most production appeared in standard leathers. Rose Tyrien in Porosus represents the intersection of limited format and scarce material in a statement color. The original JPG hardware configuration distinguishes early production from the later JPG II revision. Collectors tracking Gaultier-era Hermès note these as significant pieces.
JaneFinds Market Insight:
Exotic JPG Birkins trade to a specific collector segment;those seeking both the Gaultier format and premium materials. Rose Tyrien Porosus has no direct comparable in standard Birkin production; the color and format combination is effectively one-of-few. Excellent condition at twelve years indicates careful ownership; shiny exotics show wear immediately.
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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 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
