Hermes Shiny Miel Porosus Crocodile, 10.23ctw Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Birkin 35 W/Dust Cover and Rain Protector - This exceptional handbag from Hermes is the tour de force of the house, and is an incredibly rare piece with excellent investment potential. This iconic handbag is the 35cm Birkin bag constructed of the coveted Porosus Crocodile leather which is often lauded as the most precious of the brand's exotic skins. The leather is characterized by its symmetrical scale patterning as well as by the subtle circumflex symbol stamped in silver beside the Hermes logo. The leather is featured in the rare and exquisite honeyed brown Miel color which is a beautiful neutral that can take you through any season. The bag is finished with solid 18k yellow gold and diamond hardware totaling approximately 10.70 carats. When you hear of record-breaking Birkins, diamonds are almost always involved as diamond Birkins are among Hermes' most coveted creations and are rarely seen on the secondary market. With luxury brands such as Chanel, Gucci and Michael Kors recently banning the use of exotic furs and skins, these alluring works of art could become even more scarce should Hermes follow suit. Birkins outperformed both gold and the S&P 500 stocks over the past 35 years with an annual return of 14.2%, compared with gold's 1.5% and stocks' 8.7%. With Hermes' recent elimination of the wait list and plans to further lower the current ultra-limited production, prices will likely continue to grow. The handbag will come with the clochette, diamond encrusted lock, keys, dust cover, and rain jacket. According to our seller, this bag has been incredibly well kept and only worn once, and still has the protective plastic intact. Measurements: 14"W x 10"H x 7"D (35cm x 28cm x 18cm). In September, 2020 GWS Auctions sold a black Porosus Crocodile and diamond Birkin 35 for a world-record price, and we are so incredibly pleased to be offering this, arguably even more rare, Birkin today. PLEASE NOTE: International bidders may not have the lot shipped to them. CITES compliance applies to this lot. Transport of such lots require special licenses for export, import or both, and bidders are responsible for any licenses and /or permits. This lot does not come with CITES paperwork. GWS Auctions has a relationship with an agency which would be happy to hand deliver this handbag via white glove service anywhere around the globe, at the buyer's expense. The handbag could also be picked up from our office in Agoura Hills, CA at no additional cost Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm.