Hermes Kelly 32 Bag – Black Box Leather

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.

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Ships from: United Kingdom

Price & value: a well-priced Hermes Kelly 32 in black Box leather with gold hardware, priced below original retail and 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

• Never Worn — Never used; no defects or alterations

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

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

• Fair — Frequently worn; shows noticeable wear or defects

Product Details

• Brand: Hermes

• Model: Kelly 32 

• Colour: Black

• Leather: Box Calf

• Hardware: Gold tone

• Stamp: I in a circle (c.1979)

• Origin: France

• Measurements (approx): 32 × 23 × 10.5 cm

• Handle Drop (approx): 9.5 cm

• Accessories Included:  Padlock, one key, leather clochette (no strap, no box)

• Estimated Retail Price: €9,850

• 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

• 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 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..