Hermès Jige PM 20 Matte Fauve Niloticus Crocodile

hermès jige pm 20 matte fauve niloticus crocodile

the hermès jige pm (20cm) is the compact, clutch-sized iteration of the ho 's signature portfolio, originally designed by jean guerrand. this rare example (circa 2004) is crafted from **matte niloticus crocodile** (*crocodylus niloticus*). the color is **fauve**, a warm, saddle-tan hue that is historically significant to hermès. in this exotic execution, the natural warmth of the skin is highlighted by **white contrast stitching**, a detail typically reserved for heritage leathers like barenia, adding a casual, equestrian elegance to the precious material.

unlike the shiny "lisse" finish, this **matte** skin is achieved through a process of rigorous buffing with wool felt, which softens the scales and gives the leather a velvety, light-absorbing texture. the jige silhouette is defined by its hardware-free construction, securing with a leather flap that tucks under the iconic "h" tab. lined in tonal chevre (goat) leather, this 20cm size is ideal for evening essentials, serving as a discreet yet powerful statement of connoisseurship.

• condition: (excellent)
• stamp: 2004, square h
• color: fauve (tan) with contrast stitching
• material: matte niloticus crocodile
• hardware: none (leather closure)
• dimensions: 20 × 13