Hermès Limited Edition Silky City Tiger Royal Barenia Leather Shoulder Bag, 2008. This extremely rare and highly sought after limited edition "Silk City Tiger Bag" was handcrafted in France from premium silk fabric and barneia leather that has been hand dyed in a variety of oils over a six week period during the production year of 2008. Barenia leather was originally used only in Hermès equestrian line and was later introduced for handbags during the later 1970's and is used very rarely in bag creation today. Overall handwoven silk twill design features a resting tiger with a striped fern pattern and crown in the natural and original coloration of the scarf design. Adorned with "Hermés Paris" and "Made in France" embossment and blind stamped with a "L" in square, indicating the year made (2008) with additional craftsman lettering to inside of adjustable strap. Interior opens by weighted toggle tag and houses plenty of room for all of your day to night necessities. Comes with certificate of authenticity and box. In great pre-owned condition with light signs of wear. Full specifications and detailed condition report listed below:

Measures: 13” L x 13” H x 1” D / Strap Drop: 12-19"

Condition: GRADE: 1.5. Great pre-owned condition with overall bag showing minimal signs of use. Minor scratching and rubbing to edges of barenia leather. Adjustable shoulder strap shows some creasing to where bag has been adjusted. Overall bag is in impeccable condition.

Year Made: 2008

Authenticity Details: Stamped L in square with craftsman lettering "B" & "A" - Date Mark: 2008

Material(s): Barenia Leather, Silk Woven Twill, Gold Plated Hardware

Grading:

GRADE 1: This item exhibits no signs of use or wear and could be considered as new. There are no flaws.

GRADE 2: This item exhibits minor flaws and could be considered nearly new. It may never have been used or may have been used a few times. There are only minor condition notes, which can be found in the item’s specific condition report.

GRADE 3: This item exhibits visible signs of use. Any signs of use or wear are minor. This item is in good condition.

GRADE 4: This item exhibits wear from frequent use. This item either has light overall wear or small areas of heavy wear. The item is considered to be in fair condition.

GRADE 5: This item exhibits normal wear and tear from regular or heavy use. The item is in good, usable condition but it does have condition notes.