Hermès Shiny Meil Porosus Crocodile "Demi Lune" Top Handle Shoulder Bag with Gold Hardware, 1950. This collectors piece is truly an exceptional representation of the Hermès craftsmanship and attention to detail that the iconic fashion house has been known for since its inception. The structure of the Demi Lune is bold and elegant, perfect for formal occasions and finished from highly sought after shiny exotic crocodile skin in the "meil" coloration. The gold plated "half-moon" or "demi-lune" turn lock is indicative of the beginning of the Mid-Century time period in its modern structure. Interior opens to a supple chèvre, or goat lined interior with three separate compartments to house all of your day to night essentials. Front slip pocket is gold foiled embossed with the classic "Hermès-Paris" heat stamp along with the flagship store location of "24 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré" address abbreviation. Prior to the 1950's, before Hermès used the heat stamp system, the address was embossed underneath their namesake to indicate where the bag could be returned to if found. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Hermès history! Overall bag is in good pre-owned condition with signs of minimal wear concentrated to interior of bag with exterior showing a few light scratches. Comes with original dust bag. Full specifications and condition are listed below:

Measures: 10” L x 6” H x 1” D / Strap Drop: 6"

Condition: GRADE: 3. Great pre-owned condition with overall bag showing minimal signs of use. Most signs of wear are concentrated to the interior where light scratching has occurred due the softness of the goat leather and slight rubbing and creasing of pockets to edges of interior. Gold plated hardware shows light scratching where handles meet and to turn-lock closure. Exterior crocodile skin is in excellent condition with a few minor scratches to the backside. Comes with original dust bag.

Year Made: 1950

Authenticity Details: "Hermès Paris"/"24 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré" heat stamped - used during the 1940's - 1950s.

Material(s): Porosus Crocodile, Chevre (Goatskin) Interior, 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.