Hermès Vintage HAC Birkin 50 Denim and Naturelle Vache Liégée Gold Hardware
Hermès Vintage HAC 50 Denim & Naturelle Vache Liégée Gold Hardware
The Hermès Haut à Courroies (HAC) 50 is the patriarch of the house's leather goods lineage, originally designed in 1892 to transport saddles and riding boots. This 1998 vintage example transforms the equestrian icon into a rare travel masterpiece, pairing rugged Denim canvas with Naturelle Vache Liégée leather. Vache Liégée is a pressed, processed cowhide known for its distinct grain, glossy finish, and superior resistance to wear compared to untreated leathers. In the "Naturelle" hue, it provides a warm, honey-toned frame that contrasts sharply against the indigo twill of the denim body.
At 50cm, this bag serves as a substantial weekender or a "statement" piece for interior display. The structure is reinforced by the rigidity of the Liégée leather, while the Gold hardware adds a layer of classic warmth to the utilitarian materials. Produced during the late 1990s era of experimentation (Stamp Square B), this bag captures a specific moment in Hermès history where functional fabrics were elevated to the level of haute maroquinerie.
Condition: 4 – Good
Stamp: 1998, Stamp Square B
Model: HAC 50 (Haut à Courroies)
Color: Denim Blue & Naturelle
Material: Denim & Vache Liégée Leather
Hardware: Gold
Dimensions: 50 × 42 × 27 cm | 19.5" L × 16.5" H × 10.5" W
JaneFinds Collector's Insight:
The HAC 50 in Denim and Vache Liégée is a statistical anomaly in the vintage market. Produced in limited batches for the elite traveler, this specific 1998 configuration merges the house's saddle-making roots with a distinct late-90s utility aesthetic. It is a "Grail" specification for the heavy-travel collector seeking durability and scale.
JaneFinds Market Insight:
Large-format HACs operate in a niche but fervent market sector, appealing equally to male collectors and interior designers. While standard leather HACs are common, mixed-material vintage examples in Denim possess a "cool factor" liquidity that insulates them from standard depreciation, trading as rare fashion artifacts.
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Enhance the elegance of your Hermès Kelly bag by pairing it with the perfect accessory. Our exquisite chain is designed to elevate your style quotient and comes equipped with convenient converters, enabling effortless switching between your Kelly Mini and Kelly Pochette. Add a touch of luxury to your beloved bag and upgrade your fashion game with this exclusive accessory. All crossbody chains are 44" (112cm) in length.
Standard Clip for Kelly 25cm, 28cm, 32cm, 35cm
Small Clip for Kelly Mini II 20cm, 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
