Quick answer: Learn which Hermès details affect a resale assessment and what to prepare before requesting one.
A Hermès resale assessment cannot rely on the Birkin, Kelly or Constance name alone. Size, leather, colour, production period, hardware, condition and accessories must be considered together.
Factors behind the proposal
Model, size and configuration
Each size and version serves a different buyer pool. Exact identification prevents comparison with a merely similar bag.
Leather, colour and hardware
Togo, Epsom, Clemence, exotic skins and other materials age differently. Colour and hardware configuration also shape demand.
Condition and originality
Structure, corners, handles, flap, closure, lining, odour and restoration history should be disclosed.
Accessories and records
A missing receipt or incomplete set does not automatically prevent review. Box, dust bag, lock, clochette, strap and documents help complete the record.
Photos to prepare
- Front, back, sides, base and interior.
- Corners, handles, flap, closure and hardware.
- Stamps and relevant identifiers.
- Accessories, flaws and repaired areas.
FAQ
Can I request an assessment without a receipt?
Yes. A receipt supports the record but is not the only basis for assessment.
Should I restore the bag first?
Ask first. Preserving its current state may be more important than uncontrolled restoration.
Initial review: send Hermès photos to ALT.