Jane Birkin’s original Hermès bag fetches R179 million
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The unique and original Birkin bag that fashion house Hermès made for actor and singer Jane Birkin sold for 7 million euros or $8.2 million at auction in Paris
The Paris auction room buzzed with anticipation as the sale got underway, with the auctioneer reminding the crowd that the bag was “totally unique” and “the most famous bag of all time.”
The first Birkin handbag sold for 8.6 million euros ($10.1 million) in Paris to become the second most valuable fashion item ever sold at auction.
The Princess of Wales wears a plethora of quiet luxury designer labels, from Chanel to Oscar De La Renta, but one brand that she hasn't been seen publicly wearing very much is Hermès. However, the royal does have a fleet of impressive handbags, and nestled subtly in there is her 'Rio' envelope clutch bag from the brand, which is a very rare piece.
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Mrs. Bezos narrowly missed out on Birkin’s crown jewel at what may have been Sotheby’s most iconic auction, with other big-name buyers reportedly in the mix.
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Terre d’Hermès, the vaunted French maison's signature fragrance, is timeless, sophisticated, and temporarily on sale.