
Hermes Kelly 32 in Black Box Leather — Iconic Vintage Bag
Available now: an authentic Hermes Kelly 32 in classic black Box leather with elegant gold hardware (stamp I in a circle, c.1979). A timeless statement of Parisian craftsmanship and quiet luxury — designed to be carried and admired for a lifetime.
Crafted from smooth Box Calf leather, this Hermes Kelly 32 features the signature “Hermes Paris” gold stamp on the front, gold-tone hardware, and its original padlock, one key, and leather clochette. Inside, a refined black leather interior offers one main compartment and two slip pockets, combining sophistication with practicality.
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: a well-priced vintage Hermes Kelly 32 in Black Box leather with gold hardware, offering excellent value compared with typical market listings for this model and year.
A Historic Icon
First introduced in the 1930s as the “Sac à dépêches,” the design became the Kelly in 1956 after Grace Kelly famously used hers to shield her pregnancy from photographers. The original bag Grace carried can be seen at London’s Victoria & Albert Museum.
Condition
Overall: Good pre-loved vintage condition
Details: Light scratches, rubbing, and marks on exterior and interior leather, with wear on corners and hardware consistent with age. Handle shows minor wear.
Restoration: Professionally refreshed by Maison Vivienne’s atelier.
Condition Ranking Guide
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Never Worn — Never used; no defects or alterations
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Very Good — Lightly used, extremely well maintained; minimal signs of wear
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Good — Pre-loved and worn, with visible signs of use
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Fair — Frequently worn; shows noticeable wear or defects
Product Details
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Brand: Hermes
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Model: Kelly 32
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Colour: Black
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Leather: Box Calf
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Hardware: Gold tone
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Stamp: I in a circle (c.1979)
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Origin: France
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Measurements (approx): 32 × 23 × 10.5 cm
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Handle Drop (approx): 9.5 cm
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Accessories Included: Padlock, one key, leather clochette (no strap, no box)
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SKU: 1036
Discover more: Browse our full Hermes Kelly 32 collection for more authentic Kelly bags in Box Calf, Courchevel, and Togo leather.
Shipping & Returns
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Ships from: United Kingdom
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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.
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Returns: All sales are final.
Sustainability Note
Purchasing this pre-loved Hermes Kelly 32 from Maison Vivienne helps extend the life of a legendary design and supports a more conscious, circular approach to luxury fashion. We plant one tree for every order with One Tree Planted in global reforestation projects..
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