Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier Midnight Blue

Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier in Midnight Blue Box Leather — Iconic Vintage Bag

Available now: a Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier — Midnight Blue (Box Calf) with gold hardware (stamp J in a circle, 1980). Professionally restored at the Hermès Spa while preserving its authentic character.

Rare and timeless, this Hermes Kelly 28 Sellier in Midnight Blue Box leather is like a precious gemstone—only this treasure is meant to be carried, not hidden away. Crafted from smooth Box calf leather in a deep midnight blue, it bears the classic “Hermès Paris” gold stamp on the front and is finished with elegant gold-tone hardware. This Kelly 28 comes with its original padlock, keys, leather clochette, and detachable strap. Inside, you’ll find a black leather interior with a main compartment and two slip pockets.

Authenticity: accompanied by a third-party professional authenticity certificate, curated and verified by Maison Vivienne. Verify authenticity before buying

Ships from: United Kingdom

Price & value: well-priced vintage example in Box Calf Midnight Blue (GHW) versus typical comps for Kelly 28 Sellier.

A Historic Icon

First introduced in the 1930s as the “Sac à dépêches,” this design became the Kelly bag in 1956 after Grace Kelly famously used hers to shield her pregnancy from photographers. The original bag Grace carried can be admired today at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London.

Condition

• Overall: Good pre-loved vintage condition

• Details: Light scratches on exterior and interior leather, minor marks on hardware — all consistent with age and use

• Restoration: Professionally treated at the Hermès Spa

Condition Ranking Guide

• Never Worn — Item never used, shows no defects or alterations

• Very Good Condition — Lightly used, extremely well maintained, minimal signs of wear

• Good Condition — Pre-loved and worn, with visible signs of use 

• Fair Condition — Frequently worn, shows noticeable wear or defects

Product Details

• Brand: Hermes

• Model: Kelly 28 Sellier

• Colour: Midnight Blue

• Leather: Box Calf

• Hardware: Gold-tone

• Stamp: J in a circle (1980)

• Origin: France

• Measurements: Approx. 29 × 21.5 × 10 cm

• Handle Drop: Approx. 10 cm

• Accessories Included: Padlock, keys, clochette (leather bell), strap

• SKU: 1038

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Discover more: Browse our full Hermes Kelly 28 collection for more authentic Kelly bags in Box Calf, Courchevel, and Togo leather.

Shipping & Returns

• Ships from: United Kingdom

• International buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the price or shipping cost. Please check with your country’s customs office before purchasing.

• Returns: All sales are final.

Sustainability Note

Purchasing this pre-loved Hermès Kelly 28 from Maison Vivienne helps extend the life of a luxury icon and supports a more conscious, circular approach to fashion. We plant one tree for every order with One Tree Planted in global reforestation projects.

 

 

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