Hermès Kelly 28 "Diamond Himalaya" Matte Niloticus Crocodile 18K White Gold & Diamond Hardware

hermès kelly 28 "diamond himalaya" matte niloticus crocodile 18k white gold & diamond hardware

the hermès kelly 28 "diamond himalaya" is widely regarded as the most prestigious handbag in existence, sitting at the absolute apex of luxury collecting. this 2021 model (stamp z) is crafted from matte niloticus crocodile (crocodylus niloticus), dyed to mimic the snow-capped peaks of the himalayan mountains. the gradient transitions from a smoky grey at the edges to a pearlescent white at the center, a delicate process that requires the highest grade of flawless skin.

what distinguishes this piece as the "holy grail" is its hardware. the touret, plaque, and padlock are crafted from solid 18k white gold and hand-set with approximately 229 brilliant-cut diamonds, totaling over 9 carats. the signature hermès cadena (lock) alone features approximately 40 diamonds (1.64 carats). this fusion of high jewelry and leather goods transforms the kelly from an accessory into a wearable investment asset of m um quality.

condition: 1 – pristine
stamp: 2021, z
model: kelly 28 retourne diamond himalaya
color: himalaya (blanc / gris)
material: matte niloticus crocodile
hardware: 18k white gold & diamonds (~9+ ct)
dimensions: 28 × 22 × 10 cm | 11" w × 8.5" h × 4" d

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