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A pre-owned Hermes Fuchsia crocodile Porosus Birkin bag. Size…
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Auckland
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28-Aug-2022
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A pre-owned Hermes Fuchsia crocodile Porosus Birkin bag. Size 30. Handcrafted in exquisite Porosus crocodile leather in a vibrant Fuchsia shade, featuring the iconic Hermes double straps with tucklock closure, four protective metal feet at base, double top handles and a clochette with padlock and set of keys. The interior is lined in luxurious Chevre leather and features a slip pocket on one side and zip pocket on the other side with Hermes engraved zipper pull. Accentuated with gold tone hardware. Bag dimensions 30 x 22 cm. Handle drop 10 cm. Made in France. Stamped [F]. Production period 2002. Comes together with dustbag, box and bag raincoat.There is no designer handbag in the world as exclusive as the Hermes Birkin. The Birkin is considered to be the pinnacle of luxury handbag collecting and is among the world's most unobtainable and sought-after handbags. Since its release in the 1980s, the Birkin has been reinvented many times.The Birkin has been predominately produced in leather, as well as limited quantities of extravagant materials. These include ostrich, lizard, crocodile and alligator skins, finished in either gloss or matte. These bags are scarce and are sold at elite prices due to their luxurious materials. The Birkins crafted in these skins are widely considered to be the most exclusive and unique.Crocodile is the most extravagant material. Birkins are offered in two species, the Niloticus and Porosus crocodiles, of which the Porosus is the most lavish. Niloticus crocodile is sourced specifically from the Nile river, while Porosus crocodile comes from the broader regions of Asia and Australia. The selected species are identifiable by the symbol inscribed next to the Hermes logo inside the bag. The crocodile models can be identified by small dimples on the surface of the skin. These act as sensory pores that assist the crocodile's navigation through the water. Niloticus skin has larger scales, whereas the Porosus skin has fine, symmetrical scales that add intricate aesthetic definition to the Birkin.Hermes' artisanal craftsmanship and exclusivity mean Birkin bags remain highly sought after. Makers train for many years to craft each bag which can take up to 18 hours to complete a single piece. Each Birkin is marked with a code to identify the year and workshop that it was made.Crocodile Birkins are extremely hard to come by in the primary market and are typically not offered to clients who have not previously spent six figures or more at Hermes. Due to this, Collectors often turn to the second-hand market, as the disparity in demand and access to the Birkin has created a thriving resale market, especially in New Zealand, where no Hermes products are retailed.
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