Hi everyone,
I've recent come across a Hermes handbag left by my late Grandmother and I've been told it may actually be worth something.
I've done some minor research on it and found it to be a Hermes 'Kelly' handbag.
It appears to be authentic, the stitching is perfect, the gold printing on the leather is inset and it is genuine leather.
There is some damage, as it could be a few decades old; it has slightly worn corners on the bottom, the hand strap has been torn near the ring on one side and some of the dividers inside have become partially unstitched from the interior. Otherwise the leather is in good condition and can easily be polished up to almost new.
Finally, the shoulder strap is no longer with the bag.
I have been looking at other bags of the same design, but some appear to have 'Made in France' below the 'HERMES PARIS' printed on the leather. Also I've been unable to find a year stamp. Do these points give doubt to its authenticity?
I was hoping someone could give me a quick valuation in its current state, and perhaps some advice on whether it would be worth having it repaired before attempting to sell it.
I'm living in the UK if anyone has an region specific advice.
Much appreciated,
Catherine
I've recent come across a Hermes handbag left by my late Grandmother and I've been told it may actually be worth something.
I've done some minor research on it and found it to be a Hermes 'Kelly' handbag.
It appears to be authentic, the stitching is perfect, the gold printing on the leather is inset and it is genuine leather.
There is some damage, as it could be a few decades old; it has slightly worn corners on the bottom, the hand strap has been torn near the ring on one side and some of the dividers inside have become partially unstitched from the interior. Otherwise the leather is in good condition and can easily be polished up to almost new.
Finally, the shoulder strap is no longer with the bag.
I have been looking at other bags of the same design, but some appear to have 'Made in France' below the 'HERMES PARIS' printed on the leather. Also I've been unable to find a year stamp. Do these points give doubt to its authenticity?
I was hoping someone could give me a quick valuation in its current state, and perhaps some advice on whether it would be worth having it repaired before attempting to sell it.
I'm living in the UK if anyone has an region specific advice.
Much appreciated,
Catherine
