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This vintage Hermès Birkin 35 in brown Courchevel leather with gold-tone hardware offers timeless structure. In good condition, it features dual top handles, a tonal leather lining and a turn-lock closure. Ideal for business days, polished city outings or elegant weekend wear, this iconic bag brings classic Hermès sophistication to any look.
Please note that the majority of our items are vintage and therefore have tales to tell unless stated otherwise. Therefore, please look at pictures, descriptions and measurements provided as they give you the best idea of the story this item has to tell.
* Please note that when you buy a vintage product, the dimensions may vary slightly from a new one depending on previous care and storage.
Q: What typically fits inside the Hermès Birkin 35? A: With measurements of approximately 35 x 25 x 18 cm, this is a roomy day bag. It will generally hold a long wallet, phone, keys, sunglasses case, cosmetic pouch, notebook or organiser, and other daily essentials. A slim small laptop or tablet may fit depending on its exact dimensions, so we recommend comparing your device with the Measurements shown on this page.
Q: Is the Birkin 35 a practical everyday size? A: Yes. The 35 is one of the roomier Birkin sizes and is often chosen for day-to-day use, work essentials, or light travel packing. It offers more capacity than smaller Birkin sizes while keeping the classic structured silhouette.
Q: What is Courchevel leather like? A: Courchevel is a vintage Hermès leather with a structured, embossed finish. It is appreciated for holding its shape well and for being more forgiving than many smooth leathers in daily use. As with most structured stamped leathers, corners and edges can show wear over time, so gentle handling is best.
Q: Is this bag vintage, and what does the Square A stamp mean? A: Yes. This bag is vintage, and the serial stamp is listed as Square A, which corresponds to 1997 production.
Q: Does this bag come with a shoulder strap? A: No. This Birkin is designed with dual top handles and no shoulder strap is listed in the product information. With a handle drop of approximately 10 cm, it is best carried by hand or in the crook of the arm.
Q: What is included with this item? A: The product information for this item lists a padlock, keys and clochette. If anything else is not listed in the product information, it should not be assumed to be included.
Q: What is the condition of this specific bag? A: The overall condition is noted as good. Externally there is scuffing on the corners, the interior shows light traces of use, and the gold-tone hardware remains shiny with light scratches.
Q: How should I care for and store a vintage Courchevel Birkin? A: Keep it away from prolonged heat, direct sunlight, rain, oils, ink and alcohol-based products. Do not overload the bag, and store it in a dry, temperate place with soft tissue inside to help maintain its shape. For vintage Hermès leather, gentle handling and specialist cleaning are recommended over home treatment products.
Q: How do you authenticate this bag? A: Every item at A Retro Tale is reviewed by in-house experts using detailed checks of leather, stitching, hardware, shape, stamps and overall construction. We stand behind the authenticity of the pieces we sell.
SHIPPING
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These charges are typically collected by the shipping carrier at the time of delivery and are not included in the product price.
We offer secure shipping via DHL and UPS with the following delivery time:
Outside Europe: 3-6 business days.
AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEED
A Retro Tale specialises in vintage and pre-owned goods from the world's most loved fashion houses. We guarantee that all of our products are 100 percent authentic. Every item sold on our site undergoes a rigorous authentication process, in which our experts delve deep into the heritage of a brand via its craftsmanship techniques. This requires a rigorous and methodical process.
For us, authentication is about more than expertise; it offers a fascinating insight into the history of fashion and the craftsmanship involved in production.
RETURNS
A Retro Tale offers 14 days return policy upon receipt of your order.
In order to request a return, please email [email protected] with your order number and state ”return request” in your email. From there, our Customer Support will confirm that your return request has been approved and further instructions will be provided by email.
Please note that the return shipping fee is covered by the returnee and all return shippings to A Retro Tale must be traceable. Thus, please retain your receipt of shipping and tracking number until your return has been completed and you have received your refund.
Please allow up to 10 business days for your return to be completed from the return shipping date as shipping time might vary depending on shipping country and shipping provider.
/ Hermès
/ Bags
/ Handbags
/ Birkin Bags
12 209 £
• Brown Courchevel leather
• Gold-tone hardware
• Dual top handles
• Tonal leather lining
• Turn-lock closure
• Vintage
The authenticity of this bag has been checked and verified by our experts who have over 10 years of experience in vintage and luxury bags. We also use a well established 3rd party authentication tool to verify our bags.
