How to Understand the Year of Production of Hermès Bags by Symbols

Hermès bags are icons of luxury and craftsmanship, but knowing the exact year of production can make a big difference, especially in the second-hand market. Each Hermès bag features a distinctive symbol that allows you to identify the year of production, and it is essential to know it to guarantee the authenticity of the product.

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO KNOW THE YEAR OF PRODUCTION?

Knowing the year of production of a Hermès bag can help to:

  • Verify the authenticity of the product.
  • Determine the value of the bag in the second hand market.
  • Have more transparency on purchasing, especially for collectors and enthusiasts.

Here is a detailed table with all the symbols used by Hermès to identify the year of production of the bags, faithfully reporting the information in the image provided:

Following the table we therefore note that:

  • From 1951 to 1970 , the die featured only one letter .
  • From 1971 to 1996 , the letter was enclosed in a circle .
  • From 1997 to 2014 , the letter was placed inside a square .

THE 2014 CHANGE AND THE NEW INTERNAL MOLD FROM 2015

You should also know that in *2014, Hermès kept both options for the stamp: some bags had the logo printed on the buckle , as traditionally happened, with a square, while others had the stamp inside the bag, anticipating the change that would be consolidated in 2015.

Starting in 2015 , Hermès then changed the position of the mold for its iconic Kelly , Birkin (and other bags from the Maison) bags by placing the mold inside .

Knowing the meaning of the symbols on Hermès bags is essential for those who want to buy, sell or collect these fashion wonders. If you are looking for authentic Hermès bags, visit our catalog at Baggy Vintage .

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