Hermès Kelly Bijou "Précieux" 18K White Gold & Diamond Chain Mail Necklace

hermès kelly bijou "précieux" 18k white gold & diamond chain mail necklace

the hermès kelly bijou "précieux" is a masterpiece of the "haute bijouterie" collection designed by pierre hardy. unlike the solid sterling silver miniatures, this piece is constructed using a complex chain mail (cotte de mailles) technique. the body of the bag is woven from 18k white gold wire, creating a fluid, mesh-like texture that drapes and moves like fabric rather than rigid metal.

the structural elements of the kelly—the flap, top handle, and signature sangles (straps)—are crafted from solid 18k white gold and meticulously set with 126 brilliant-cut diamonds (approx. 1.17 carats). the functioning turn-lock opens to reveal a miniature interior suitable for a single keepsake. suspended from an adjustable long chain, it is designed to be worn as a sautoir, a choker, or detached to function as a bag charm, blurring the lines between technical goldsmithing and iconic leather design.

• condition: 1 – pristine
• year: circa 2013 (pierre hardy era)
• material: 18k white gold (au 750)
• gemstones: 126 diamonds (1.17 ct)
• hardware: white gold
• dimensions: 4 × 3 × 1.5 cm | 1.6" w x 1.2"