Hermès Kelly 28 Retourne in Black Leather
Hermès Kelly 28 Retourne in Black Leather
- Dispatch
- Prepared and sent from Tokyo within 7–14 days, often sooner, or as arranged
- Arrival
- United States · usually 4–7 days after dispatch, insured and tracked
- Import
Duties and customs · View the estimate
A guide for this piece: about $3,298, based on the 10% US charge on the declared value of goods made in Japan.
The final figure is set by US Customs and depends on where the piece was made and the kind of object it is. Many antiques over a century old carry no ordinary duty; most jewellery and leather goods add a single-digit rate.
With EMS, any charge is collected by your postal service on delivery. For pieces of significant value we can often arrange duties prepaid before dispatch.
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- Guarantee
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A black Hermès Kelly 28 Retourne with a gently rounded outline. The restrained colour draws attention to the profile of the bag and to the balance between its single handle and broad flap.
The Piece
Retourne describes inward-stitched construction with softer outer edges. In the 28 format it offers a useful middle ground between a miniature evening bag and a larger daily companion, carried by hand or in the crook of the arm.
The tapered body measures about 24.5 cm at the top and 27.5 cm at the base. The leather variety is not specified, so the description stays with what is confirmed: black leather, Retourne construction and an excellent surface free of noticeable marks.
Details
- Maker: Hermès
- Model: Kelly 28 Retourne
- Material: Leather
- Colour: Black
- Measurements: Width 24.5–27.5 cm (9.6–10.8 in) · Height 21 cm (8.3 in) · Depth 11.5 cm (4.5 in) · Handle 27 cm (10.6 in)
Condition
- No noticeable scratches or stains.
- Minor handling traces may remain.
- The full photograph gallery forms part of this description; colour can vary slightly with lighting and screen.
No single letter grade is assigned here; the notes above describe the piece as it is. For how Japanese condition descriptions are read, see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
Authenticity & Care
Stamp, stitching, leather and hardware are examined together in Japan before dispatch, and every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Keep it lightly stuffed so the body holds its shape, store it away from direct sun and moisture, and seek specialist advice before any cleaning or repair.
Delivery from Japan
Packed by hand in Japan and shipped fully insured and tracked; for a piece of this value, carrier and route are arranged individually and confirmed with you before dispatch. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Every sale is final.
Considered offers are welcome through Send an Offer, and each one is reviewed personally. Pieces over $1,000 may be reserved over several payments with Layaway Privilege™.
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