For high-value Hermès purchases and appraisals please visit the brand purchase specialty store 'Otakaraya.'
For high-value Hermès purchases and appraisals please visit the brand purchase specialty store 'Otakaraya.'
Hermès, founded in 1837 and headquartered in Paris, France, is a luxury fashion brand known for its high-quality items ranging from bags and scarves to watches. The brand is particularly renowned for iconic pieces like the Birkin and Kelly bags, crafted from the finest leather and created by skilled artisans. At Otakaraya, experienced appraisers at over 1,400 locations nationwide provide precise evaluations. For Hermès appraisals and sales, feel free to consult with Otakaraya!
Hermès Enhanced Purchase Models
Birkin
Kelly
Bolide
Picotin
Evelyne
Constance
Lindy
Victoria
Garden Party
Herbag
Fourre-Tout
Herline
Béarn
Dogon
Azap
Hermès Materials Overview
Hermès Enhanced Purchase Items
Brand Reference Purchase Prices
Please note that the reference purchase prices may fluctuate depending on the timing and market conditions. Feel free to contact us for more information.
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If you're selling Hermès, choose "Otakaraya" for high-price purchases.
Hermès, renowned for its Kelly and Birkin bags, offers a wide range of products, including bags, wallets, and accessories. Thanks to its strong brand power, Hermès items are always in high demand both domestically and internationally. At Otakaraya, we can offer high purchase prices regardless of the product category. Bring your items to Otakaraya, where experienced and professional appraisers are ready to assist you.
The reason why Hermès is considered to be at the right time to sell
Hermès also holds asset value as antiques. Therefore, especially for classic series or items with high rarity, even older pieces have the potential to sell for a high price. Additionally, Hermès enjoys high popularity in Asian countries, and the active second-hand market makes it more likely for items to be purchased at a high price. Currently, due to factors such as the weak yen, the purchase prices are soaring. If you're considering turning your Hermès items into cash, now is a great time to sell. Please start by requesting an appraisal.
Why does Hermès sell for high prices?
Among luxury brands, Hermès boasts top-tier status.
Starting as a high-end harness workshop, Hermès has a history spanning over 180 years. It is deeply associated with an image of nobility, making it one of the most prestigious luxury brands. Thanks to its strong brand power, owning a Hermès bag is regarded as a symbol of excellence and a coveted aspiration.
The limited supply compared to demand
Hermès bags are crafted with high-quality materials and meticulous handwork by skilled artisans.The significantly lower supply relative to the high demand is a major factor driving Hermès's soaring prices. Additionally, unlike other luxury brands, not everyone can purchase these items at Hermès boutiques.Only recognized customers are eligible to buy them, which naturally reduces the number of items available in the market.
High asset value of bags
Hermès, which places great importance on tradition, does not make drastic changes to the design of its bags.Because their designs are not influenced by trends, even older bags maintain a high asset value as antiques. Popular series such as the Birkin continue to increase in value, and it is not uncommon for them to fetch higher prices than their original retail value.
Recommended Hermès Models for Purchase
Hermès offers a variety of models, and here we introduce five of the most popular models and serial numbers in the resale market.
BIRKIN
The Birkin, one of Hermès' most iconic and popular models, is known for being created for singer and actress Jane Birkin. Despite using a variety of luxury materials, the Birkin is also praised for its durability.
The Birkin, one of Hermès' most iconic and popular models, is known for being created for singer and actress Jane Birkin. Despite using a variety of luxury materials, the Birkin is also praised for its durability.
KELLY
The Hermès Kelly is a popular model known for its refined and elegant design. Among the Kelly models, the compact 'Kelly 25' and the practical 'Kelly 32' are particularly favored by Japanese customers.
The Hermès Kelly is a popular model known for its refined and elegant design. Among the Kelly models, the compact 'Kelly 25' and the practical 'Kelly 32' are particularly favored by Japanese customers.
PICOTIN
The Picotin is characterized by its unique round shape and versatile design that suits a wide range of people. It is popular due to its simplicity, casual appeal, high storage capacity, and a wide variety of color options. In the resale market, the practical PM and MM sizes tend to have higher demand.
The Picotin is characterized by its unique round shape and versatile design that suits a wide range of people. It is popular due to its simplicity, casual appeal, high storage capacity, and a wide variety of color options. In the resale market, the practical PM and MM sizes tend to have higher demand.
GARDEN PARTY
The Garden Party features a casual tote bag-style design. With its excellent storage capacity and ease of use for everyday purposes, it is a popular model for both men and women. Although it is primarily made from canvas, the all-leather version, "Negonda," can be used for business or formal occasions as well.
The Garden Party features a casual tote bag-style design. With its excellent storage capacity and ease of use for everyday purposes, it is a popular model for both men and women. Although it is primarily made from canvas, the all-leather version, "Negonda," can be used for business or formal occasions as well.
BOLIDE
The Bolide is said to be the first bag in the world to feature a zipper. It is highly regarded for its elegant, rounded design and practicality. With a deep gusset, it offers ample storage space. The Bolide is available in five sizes, and in Japan, the compact "Bolide 27" and the spacious "Bolide 31" are particularly popular.
The Bolide is said to be the first bag in the world to feature a zipper. It is highly regarded for its elegant, rounded design and practicality. With a deep gusset, it offers ample storage space. The Bolide is available in five sizes, and in Japan, the compact "Bolide 27" and the spacious "Bolide 31" are particularly popular.
Advice for selling your Hermès with high price.
Being in good condition
The condition of an item significantly affects its purchase price. Therefore, good condition, such as having few scratches or stains, is important.
Being a Popular Model within the Brand
For popular Hermès models like the Birkin or Kelly, it's not uncommon for them to fetch prices ranging from the hundreds of thousands to several million yen.
Having accessories
If the typical accessories, such as the box, dust bag, cadena (padlock) and keys, clochette (key holder/pouch), and protective seals on the hardware, are all present, the buyback price may increase.
It is a popular material and color.
For Hermès bags, particularly popular materials that are scratch-resistant include Togo, Epsom, and Taurillon Clemence. Popular colors include Black and Etoupe, among others.
Popular Hermès Materials
Togo
A material made from male calf hide. It features a characteristic fine grain pattern and has a smooth, supple feel. Scratches are not very noticeable, and its texture develops more character with use, allowing one to enjoy its aging process (patina), making it suitable for long-term use. In terms of firmness, it ranks around the middle compared to other materials.
A material made from male calf hide. It features a characteristic fine grain pattern and has a smooth, supple feel. Scratches are not very noticeable, and its texture develops more character with use, allowing one to enjoy its aging process (patina), making it suitable for long-term use. In terms of firmness, it ranks around the middle compared to other materials.
Taurillon Clemence
Made from bull hide. Compared to Togo, its grain is slightly larger, and it is used for bags as well as small leather goods like wallets. It is characterized by its softness compared to other materials, which means it has a slight tendency to lose its shape over time.
Made from bull hide. Compared to Togo, its grain is slightly larger, and it is used for bags as well as small leather goods like wallets. It is characterized by its softness compared to other materials, which means it has a slight tendency to lose its shape over time.
Box Calf
This material uses male calf hide. Box Calf's most distinctive feature is its fine grain and the smooth, polished finish applied to it. The reason for its soft texture is that it uses hides from male calves aged between three and six months.
This material uses male calf hide. Box Calf's most distinctive feature is its fine grain and the smooth, polished finish applied to it. The reason for its soft texture is that it uses hides from male calves aged between three and six months.
Veau Epsom
Made from male calf hide, this material is embossed with a fine, regular grain pattern. Unlike its predecessor, Courchevel, it does not have a glazed finish; it lacks sheen and has a matte appearance.
Made from male calf hide, this material is embossed with a fine, regular grain pattern. Unlike its predecessor, Courchevel, it does not have a glazed finish; it lacks sheen and has a matte appearance.
Ostrich
This material uses ostrich hide. Its most distinctive feature is the pattern of bumps known as "quill marks." Because these quill marks are found only on limited portions of each hide, Ostrich is an extremely rare material.
This material uses ostrich hide. Its most distinctive feature is the pattern of bumps known as "quill marks." Because these quill marks are found only on limited portions of each hide, Ostrich is an extremely rare material.
HERMES Enhanced Purchase Lines per Models
Birkin
Birkin 25 Lizard × Gold Hardware
Birkin 25 Niloticus Black × Silver Hardware
Birkin 30 Porosus Purple × Gold Hardware
Birkin Shadow 25 Swift × Gold Hardware
Kelly
Kelly 28 Niloticus Bordeaux × Gold Hardware
Kelly 28 Alligator Red × Gold Hardware
Kelly 25 Veau Epsom Etoupe × Gold Hardware
Kelly 32 Epsom × Gold Hardware
Picotin
Picotin Lock MM Leather Black
Picotin Lock PM Ostrich Ivory
Picotin Lock MM Taurillon Clemence Nata
Picotin Lock GM Taurillon Clemence Brown
Constance
Constance III 24 Lizard Rose Extreme × Silver Hardware
Constance 18 Silk × Leather Pink × Silver Hardware
Constance III 24 Alligator Rose Scheherazade × Silver Hardware
Constance III 24 Swift Etain × Gold Hardware
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hermès Purchase
- Is it okay outside the Tokyo metropolitan area?
- Specialized appraisers will visit anywhere in Japan.
- Can I sell a watch if the battery is dead?
- Yes, you can. We have successfully purchased both automatic and battery-operated watches that have stopped working.
- Can I sell it for more than the original price?
- For some items, we may offer a purchase price higher than the original price. However, many luxury products tend to lose value over time. If you no longer plan to use the item, it is recommended to sell it sooner.
- Is it possible to cancel an item I requested an appraisal for?
- Yes, it is possible. However, please note that returns cannot be accepted after the purchase has been completed.
- Do you offer mail-in purchases?
- We do not offer mail-in purchases. The purchase methods available are 'home visit purchase' or 'in-store purchase'.
- Can you purchase luxury items not listed on the website?
- Yes, we can purchase items from luxury items not listed on the website. Feel free to contact us, even if it's just one item.
- Can you buy items that were bought a long time ago or are in poor condition?
- Yes, we can. We have a track record of purchasing items that were previously rejected by other companies due to reasons such as 'old', 'dirty', or 'sun damage'. Please feel free to contact us.
- Is an ID required?
- Yes, it is required as per the regulations of the Antiquities Dealer Law for identity verification. Rest assured, it will not be used for any other purposes.
- How long does it take for an in-store appraisal?
- For a single item, the appraisal typically takes around 5 to 15 minutes, depending on the item and quantity. If the store is busy, there may be a wait, so we recommend making a reservation in advance.
- Can I make a reservation for in-store purchases?
- Yes, reservations are possible. Feel free to contact us.
- What is the minimum age for purchasing?
- Anyone aged 20 or older can apply. Customers aged 18 or 19 will need to provide a consent form or power of attorney. We cannot process requests from customers under 18.
