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HERMÈS, CROCODILE KELLY 28
Estimate: $8,000-$10,000
Sold
$9,000
Live Auction
Palm Beach Edit: Jewelry and Luxury Handbags
Description
HERMÈS, CROCODILE KELLY 28
Hermès Kelly 28 Sellier in Brown Crocodile Skin with Gold-Plated Hardware.
Label: Hermès
Code: V, no shape
Date: 1966
Country of Origin: France
Approximate Dimensions:
11.5" W x 8.25" H x 4.5" D
3.5" Handle Drop
Materials: Crocodile skin, goatskin, metal
Additional Information: Gold-plated hardware; turn-lock toggle closure; brown goatskin lining; one main compartment with two slip pockets; protective feet at base.
Includes: Padlock, keys, clochette, dust bag
Condition
Condition: The overall condition is very good, in consideration of the vintage nature of the bag. Some light wear to exterior; concentrated at bottom, along edges, near D rings at top of bag, and at handle. Minor finish loss to metal D rings at top of bag and to protective feet at base. Light scratches to hardware throughout bag. Light scuff marks and a few ink marks scattered throughout lining. NOTE: keys and padlock are not original to the bag; they were replaced with new padlock and keys from Hermès.Everything is sold 'As Is’. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email couturecr@hindmanauctions.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.