Hermes Birkin 50cm HAC

Gorgeous, authentic Hermes 50cm HAC Birkin. Dark brown leather with chrome finish hardware, dual-belt turnstile lock closure. Embossed above the closure is spelled in silver lettering "HERMES, PARIS, MADE IN FRANCE".  The blind stamp (Square F) on interior of right belt dates the bag to 2002. 50cm is the third-largest size of the HAC produced by Hermes. HAC is an abbreviation of " Haut à Courroies", or "high strap" in English. the HAC Birkin was first unveiled in 1892, and is the predecessor of the Birkin Bag. The HAC has a wider base with longer handle straps.  This bag is in lovely vintage condition. It is sturdy and functional, yet refined and luxurious. The leather has minor surface flaws in a few places as shown in photos, but is in very good condition is still supple decades later. Extremely clean inside with minor wear. Beautiful, opulent, and sleek piece. Perfect as a travel bag with a tremendous amount of space inside.  Available at our Los Angeles showroom.