Six of the world’s rarest and most coveted handbags by Hermès are up for auction in Auckland right now and we’re gobsmacked at their hefty price tags.
All the big-shot celebrities, including Victoria Beckham, Kate Moss and Beyoncé flaunt Birkin bags on their shoulder, and that's just part of the reason they've become one of the most sought-after accessories in the fashion world.
Now, Kiwis can sneak a peak at the luxury bags at Webb’s auctions in Mount Eden.
Here are the bags included in the lineup, from least to most expensive:
Lot 158: Hermès Evercolour Noir Birkin 35
$13,000 — $15,000
Lot 116: Hermès Club Vert Bronze/Blue Thalassa/Fauve Birkin 35
$19,500 — $22,500
Lot 17: Hermès Ardennes Black Birkin 35
$20,000 — $23,000
Lot 125: Hermès Chocolat Togo Birkin 35 Bag
$20,000 — $24,000
Lot 65: Hermès Orange Togo Birkin 30
$22,000 — $25,000
Lot 149: Hermès Estrusque Ostrich Leather Birkin 30
$25,000 — $30,000
Why are they so exclusive?
Back in 1984, The Hermès Birkin bag was born after British actress and singer Jane Birkin struggled to find a suitable bag for all her items.
Each Birkin is meticulously crafted using materials including crocodile, ostrich, and python leather, so you know its quality is top-notch.
Wait lists to purchase a Birkin can be years long, adding to its exclusivity in the fashion world.
There have even been studies done on the investment of a Birkin, with its return value sitting higher than the likes of stock and gold.
We can't wait to see what price each of these beautiful bags pull in at auction and we're definitely not at all jealous of whoever takes them home...
