Hermès Bolide 35, Black Box Calf, Gold-Tone Hardware, Square C Stamp 1999
Hermès Bolide 35, Black Box Calf, Gold-Tone Hardware, Square C Stamp 1999
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A Bolide 35 of 1999, stamped C in a square, in black box calf with gold-tone hardware, lightly used, with shoulder strap, dust bag, padlock, key, clochette.
The Piece
At 35 cm wide and 27 cm high this is the roomy Bolide, its domed top opening on a zip that follows the curve of the bag. The black box calf is smooth and glazed, and inside, the heat stamp reads Hermès Paris Made in France.
It has been used lightly: faint marks on the handles, rubbing at the corners, inside and on the hardware. The stamp is C in a square; collectors’ charts give it to 1999. With the 89 cm strap it goes over the shoulder; without it, the two rolled handles carry it by hand.
Details
- Maker: Hermès
- Model: Bolide 35
- Date stamp: C in a square (1999)
- Measurements: Width 35 cm (13.8 in) · Height 27 cm (10.6 in) · Depth 15 cm (5.9 in) · Handle 34 cm (13.4 in) · Strap 89 cm (35.0 in)
- Material: Box calf
- Colour: Black
- Hardware: Gold tone
- Closure: Zip
- Origin: France
- Included: Shoulder strap, dust bag, padlock, key, clochette
Condition
- Grade A in Japan: faint marks and small scratches; rubbing at the corners.
- Light marks on the handles; rubbing inside and on the hardware.
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Condition grade A (very good) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
Authenticity & Care
Date code, stamps, stitching and hardware engraving are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Store it in its dust bag away from heat and direct sun, keep it out of damp, and wipe gently with a soft dry cloth.
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