HERMÈS - a 1999 black Ardennes Birkin 35 handbag.

Handbag is in very good condition overall showing signs of light use. Exterior leather has no easily visible signs of wear. Very minor approximately 1cm scratch on the front lid and very slight impression on the leather on the base of the bag. Light abrasion to the base corners. Handles in good condition with slight cracking on the sealed edges where held. It has a few places of damage to the stitching along the top hem line on each side. The metalwork retains plating and high polish with fine hairline scuffing on metalwork consistent with use. All zips and fastenings are fully working. Base studs lightly scratched. Interior in very good condition, clean with a little dust in the corners. There are minor impressions to the interior base leather from normal use. Date stamp is letter 'C' in a square, circa 1999. Condition reports are provided as a guide only and we recommend you inspect each lot in order to satisfy yourself as to their condition.