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Hermes Clipper Ladies Quartz Divers Watch - Stainless Steel
Hermes Clipper Ladies Quartz Divers Watch - Stainless Steel

Hermes Clipper Ladies Quartz Divers Watch - Stainless Steel

By Hermès

Located in Suwanee, GA

HERMES CLIPPER Ladies Quartz Divers Watch - Stainless Steel Gorgeous Condition - Approx. $4,000 Retail Value - 1 Year Warranty Today's offering showcases this Certified Pre-Owned H...

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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hermes Diamond 18kwg H Heure Ladies Watch HH1.191
Hermes Diamond 18kwg H Heure Ladies Watch HH1.191

Hermes Diamond 18kwg H Heure Ladies Watch HH1.191

By Hermès

Located in Simpsonville, SC

A timeless emblem of the Hermès aesthetic, the H Heure watch transforms a single letter into an icon of elegance. Crafted in 18K white gold, this refined timepiece embodies the maiso...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Hermes Heure H Ronde Ladies Quartz Watch - Stainless Steel
Hermes Heure H Ronde Ladies Quartz Watch - Stainless Steel

Hermes Heure H Ronde Ladies Quartz Watch - Stainless Steel

By Hermès

Located in Suwanee, GA

HERMES HEURE H RONDE Ladies Quartz Watch - Stainless Steel Mint Condition - Approx. $4,000 Retail Value - 1 Year Warranty Today's offering showcases this Certified Pre-Owned Hermès...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hermes Clipper Mens Ladies / Unisex Chronograph Quartz Watch - Stainless Steel
Hermes Clipper Mens Ladies / Unisex Chronograph Quartz Watch - Stainless Steel

Hermes Clipper Mens Ladies / Unisex Chronograph Quartz Watch - Stainless Steel

By Hermès

Located in Suwanee, GA

HERMES CLIPPER Mens Ladies / Unisex Chronograph Quartz Watch - Stainless Steel Gorgeous Condition - $5,500 Retail Value - 1 Year Warranty Today's offering showcases this Certified ...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hermes Heure H 18k Rose Gold Mini  Ladies Watch W053094WW00
Hermes Heure H 18k Rose Gold Mini  Ladies Watch W053094WW00

Hermes Heure H 18k Rose Gold Mini Ladies Watch W053094WW00

By Hermès

Located in Dallas, TX

Hermes Heure H 18k Rose Gold Mini Ladies Watch W053094WW00 - Quartz. 18K rose gold with "Feather" setting, 84 diamonds (0.176 ct) ( 21 x 17 mm ).

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Hermes Ladies Diamond Belt Watch BE1.130 with extra bands / box #25591
Hermes Ladies Diamond Belt Watch BE1.130 with extra bands / box #25591

Hermes Ladies Diamond Belt Watch BE1.130 with extra bands / box #25591

By Hermès

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Hermes Ladies Diamond Belt Watch Model: BE1.130 Serial: 1777216 This beautiful diamond Hermes belt watch comes with the original box and 3 additional bands - one orange, one white,...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hermes Clipper Ladies Quartz Watch with Mother of Pearl Dial - Stainless Steel
Hermes Clipper Ladies Quartz Watch with Mother of Pearl Dial - Stainless Steel

Hermes Clipper Ladies Quartz Watch with Mother of Pearl Dial - Stainless Steel

By Hermès

Located in Suwanee, GA

HERMES CLIPPER Ladies Quartz Watch with Mother of Pearl Dial - Stainless Steel Gorgeous Condition - Approx. $5,250 Retail Value - 1 Year Warranty Today's offering showcases this Ce...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hermes Passe Passe Ladies Quartz Watch with Mother of Pearl Dial - SS
Hermes Passe Passe Ladies Quartz Watch with Mother of Pearl Dial - SS

Hermes Passe Passe Ladies Quartz Watch with Mother of Pearl Dial - SS

By Hermès

Located in Suwanee, GA

HERMES PASSE PASSE Ladies Quartz Watch with Mother of Pearl Dial - Stainless Steel Mint Condition - Approx. $4,000 Retail Value - 1 Year Warranty Today's offering showcases this Ce...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hermes Heure H 18K Rose Gold Diamond Green Malachite Dial Ladies Watch HH4.272
Hermes Heure H 18K Rose Gold Diamond Green Malachite Dial Ladies Watch HH4.272

Hermes Heure H 18K Rose Gold Diamond Green Malachite Dial Ladies Watch HH4.272

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned in excellent condition. Comes with original paper and booklet. No original box. paper dated 2022. Basic Information Brand: Hermès Model: Heure H Model Number: HH4.272 Dep...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Hermes, ladies' wristwatch. Made of gilded metal and enamel work.
Hermes, ladies' wristwatch. Made of gilded metal and enamel work.

Hermes, ladies' wristwatch. Made of gilded metal and enamel work.

By Hermès

Located in bronshoj, DK

Hermes, ladies' wristwatch. Made of gilded metal and enamel work. Model: "Loquet" L01. 100 1970s. Marked and numbered. In excellent condition. Quartz movement. 56.2 grams. Glass: L 5...

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Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches

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Hermes Cape Cod Automatic Black Dial Ladies Watch
Hermes Cape Cod Automatic Black Dial Ladies Watch

Hermes Cape Cod Automatic Black Dial Ladies Watch

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

A classic automatic Hermes Cape Cod steel black dial face ladies wrist watch with adjustable black leather Hermes watch strap.

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1990s French Wrist Watches

Ladies Hermes Paris Loquet Gold-Plated Bracelet Quartz Watch
Ladies Hermes Paris Loquet Gold-Plated Bracelet Quartz Watch

Ladies Hermes Paris Loquet Gold-Plated Bracelet Quartz Watch

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Brand Hermes Model Paris Loquet L01.201 Gender Ladies Condition Pre-owned Movement Swiss Quartz Case Material Gold Plated Steel Bracelet / Strap Material Gold Plated Steel Clasp / ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Ladies Hermes Paris Loquet L01.201 Gold-Plated Bracelet Quartz Watch
Ladies Hermes Paris Loquet L01.201 Gold-Plated Bracelet Quartz Watch

Ladies Hermes Paris Loquet L01.201 Gold-Plated Bracelet Quartz Watch

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Brand Hermes Model Paris Loquet L01.201 Gender Ladies Condition Pre-owned Movement Swiss Quartz Case Material Gold Plated Steel Bracelet / Strap Material Gold Plated Steel Clasp / ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Ladies Hermès Clipper Steel Diamond Mother of Pearl Chrono Quartz Watch
Ladies Hermès Clipper Steel Diamond Mother of Pearl Chrono Quartz Watch

Ladies Hermès Clipper Steel Diamond Mother of Pearl Chrono Quartz Watch

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Brand Cartier Model Clipper CP2.430.212/1C5 Gender Ladies Condition Pre-owned Movement Swiss Quartz Case Material Stainless Steel Bracelet / Strap Material Rubber / Silicone Clasp...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Hermes Cape Cod Automatic Steel Ladies Quartz Wrist Watch with Double Tour Strap
Hermes Cape Cod Automatic Steel Ladies Quartz Wrist Watch with Double Tour Strap

Hermes Cape Cod Automatic Steel Ladies Quartz Wrist Watch with Double Tour Strap

By Hermès

Located in Great Neck, NY

Up for sale is a classic Hermes Cape Cod Double Tour Wristwatch in stainless steel. The case size is on the larger side and is 30mm, making it perfect for both men and women. This wa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Hermès Pour Le Sport Ladies Wrist Watch in Steel with Crocodile Skin Bracelet
Hermès Pour Le Sport Ladies Wrist Watch in Steel with Crocodile Skin Bracelet

Hermès Pour Le Sport Ladies Wrist Watch in Steel with Crocodile Skin Bracelet

By Hermès

Located in Milan, IT

This particular designed watch is one of the most unique accessories designed by Hermès. The bracelet, model "monacle", made of crocodile lined in leather, decorated with details and...

Category

Vintage 1930s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Ladies Hermes Kelly KE1.201 Gold Black Leather Belt Quartz Watch
Ladies Hermes Kelly KE1.201 Gold Black Leather Belt Quartz Watch

Ladies Hermes Kelly KE1.201 Gold Black Leather Belt Quartz Watch

Located in New York, NY

Brand Hermes Model Kelly KE1.201 Gender Ladies Condition Pre-owned Movement Swiss Quartz Case Material Gold Plated Steel Bracelet / Strap Material Leather and Gold Plated Steel Cl...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

HERMES 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
HERMES 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch

HERMES 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Vintage 1960' Hermes 18K yellow gold bracelet watch. Oval dial manual winding, weight: 72.6g.

Category

Vintage 1960s European Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermès Kelly Gold Tone Ladies Wrist Watch
Hermès Kelly Gold Tone Ladies Wrist Watch

Hermès Kelly Gold Tone Ladies Wrist Watch

By Hermès

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 2000 Hermes Kelly collection Ladies Wrist watch, 1 7/8 inch X 3/4 inch Gold tone Lock form watch, Quartz movement, Black dial, Black Leather strap with tang buckle, watch len...

Category

Early 2000s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Hermes Cape Cod Stainless Steel Ladies  Watch
Hermes Cape Cod Stainless Steel Ladies  Watch

Hermes Cape Cod Stainless Steel Ladies Watch

By Hermès

Located in Dallas, TX

Hermes Cape Cod Stainless Steel Ladies Watch - Quartz.

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

HERMES Leather Belt Gold Plated Ladies Wrist Watch
HERMES Leather Belt Gold Plated Ladies Wrist Watch

HERMES Leather Belt Gold Plated Ladies Wrist Watch

By Hermès

Located in Southampton, PA

This HERMES gold plated ladies wrist watch is tasteful, comfortable, and elegant.

Category

French Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hermes Cape Cod Yellow Gold Ladies Watch CC1.288
Hermes Cape Cod Yellow Gold Ladies Watch CC1.288

Hermes Cape Cod Yellow Gold Ladies Watch CC1.288

By Hermès

Located in Dallas, TX

Hermes Cape Cod Yellow Gold Ladies Watch CC1.288 - Quartz. 18K Yellow gold ( 23 x 23 mm ) with diamond bezel .

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Hermès 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruban Ladies Watch
Hermès 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruban Ladies Watch

Hermès 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruban Ladies Watch

By Hermès

Located in Dallas, TX

Hermes 18K Yellow Gold Ruban Ladies Watch - Quartz. 18K Yellow gold ( 26 mm ) .

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Hermes Carrick Ladies Watch - Stainless Steel & 18K Gold
Hermes Carrick Ladies Watch - Stainless Steel & 18K Gold

Hermes Carrick Ladies Watch - Stainless Steel & 18K Gold

By Hermès

Located in Suwanee, GA

HERMES CARRICK Ladies Watch - Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Gorgeous Condition - Fully Hermes - 1 Year Warranty Today's offering showcases this beautiful Certified Pre-Owned Hermes la...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Hermes Heure H 18k Rose Gold Ladies Watch HH1.2706
Hermes Heure H 18k Rose Gold Ladies Watch HH1.2706

Hermes Heure H 18k Rose Gold Ladies Watch HH1.2706

By Hermès

Located in Dallas, TX

Hermes Heure H 18k Rose Gold Ladies Watch HH1.2706 - Quartz. 18K rose gold ( 25 x 30 mm ).

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Hermes Heure H 18k Rose Gold Ladies Watch HH1-585
Hermes Heure H 18k Rose Gold Ladies Watch HH1-585

Hermes Heure H 18k Rose Gold Ladies Watch HH1-585

By Hermès

Located in Dallas, TX

Hermes Heure H 18k Rose Gold Ladies Watch HH1-585 - Quartz. 18K rose gold ( 17 x 24 mm ) .

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Hermes Heure H 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch HH1-585
Hermes Heure H 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch HH1-585

Hermes Heure H 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch HH1-585

By Hermès

Located in Dallas, TX

Hermes Heure H 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch HH1-585 - Quartz. 18K Yellow gold (26 mm x 35 mm ).

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Hermes Barenia Ladies Quartz Watch with Stirrup Case - Stainless Steel
Hermes Barenia Ladies Quartz Watch with Stirrup Case - Stainless Steel

Hermes Barenia Ladies Quartz Watch with Stirrup Case - Stainless Steel

By Hermès

Located in Suwanee, GA

HERMES BARENIA Ladies Quartz Watch with Stirrup Case - Stainless Steel Mint Condition - Approx. $3,350 Retail Value - 1 Year Warranty Today's offering showcases this Certified Pre-...

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Hermes Cape Cod Yellow Gold Ladies Pearl Dial Quartz Wrist Watch
Hermes Cape Cod Yellow Gold Ladies Pearl Dial Quartz Wrist Watch

Hermes Cape Cod Yellow Gold Ladies Pearl Dial Quartz Wrist Watch

By Hermès

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 2010 Hermes Ref: CC1.285 Cape Cod collection Ladies Wrist Watch, 33 x 23 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece water resistant case.

Category

2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Hermes Cape Cod Steel Ladies Quartz Wrist Watch with Double Tour Strap
Hermes Cape Cod Steel Ladies Quartz Wrist Watch with Double Tour Strap

Hermes Cape Cod Steel Ladies Quartz Wrist Watch with Double Tour Strap

By Hermès

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 2015 Hermes Cape Cod Ladies Wrist Watch, 22 X 23 M.M. Stainless Steel 2 piece case, quartz movement, Silver dial with Silver Markers.

Category

2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

HERMES Medor watch
HERMES Medor watch

HERMES Medor watch

By Hermès

Located in Chicago, IL

Ladies Hermes medor Wrist Watch, Gold Tone on Orange strap, Quartz movement, Showing very Minor signs of any wear, this watch comes with original boxes and certificates.

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1990s French Wrist Watches

Hermès Rallye Vintage Ladies Quartz Watch RA1.220 Two-Tone 25mm Circa 1990
Hermès Rallye Vintage Ladies Quartz Watch RA1.220 Two-Tone 25mm Circa 1990

Hermès Rallye Vintage Ladies Quartz Watch RA1.220 Two-Tone 25mm Circa 1990

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

25mm stainless steel case with gold-tone bezel, white dial with gold Arabic numerals and gold-tone hands, sapphire crystal, quartz movement. Original Hermès textured leather strap wi...

Category

20th Century Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Hermès Arceau Vintage Ladies Quartz Watch Ref. AR4.520, Two-Tone Circa 1994
Hermès Arceau Vintage Ladies Quartz Watch Ref. AR4.520, Two-Tone Circa 1994

Hermès Arceau Vintage Ladies Quartz Watch Ref. AR4.520, Two-Tone Circa 1994

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

30mm stainless steel case with gold-tone bezel, cream dial with Arabic numerals and straight gold hands, sapphire crystal, quartz movement. Brown Hermès leather strap with cream stit...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Hermes Galop 35mm 18K Rose Gold Diamond White Dial Ladies Watch GA1.271
Hermes Galop 35mm 18K Rose Gold Diamond White Dial Ladies Watch GA1.271

Hermes Galop 35mm 18K Rose Gold Diamond White Dial Ladies Watch GA1.271

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned like new condition. No original box and papers. Brand & Model Information Brand: Hermès Model: Hermes Galop Model Number: GA1.271 Year Manufactured: 2010-2019 Vintage: No ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Hermes Pursang Dame Ladies 18K Gold Watch - Near New-Old-Stock with Papers & Box
Hermes Pursang Dame Ladies 18K Gold Watch - Near New-Old-Stock with Papers & Box

Hermes Pursang Dame Ladies 18K Gold Watch - Near New-Old-Stock with Papers & Box

By Hermès

Located in Suwanee, GA

HERMES PURSANG DAME Ladies 18K Gold Watch - Near New-Old-Stock with Papers & Boxes Near New Old Stock with Tag & Sticker - Original Papers & Boxes - $12,000 Retail - 1 Year Warranty...

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Hermes Ladies Stainless Steel "H" Quartz Wristwatch
Hermes Ladies Stainless Steel "H" Quartz Wristwatch

Hermes Ladies Stainless Steel "H" Quartz Wristwatch

By Hermès

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 2010 Hermes "H" Hour Ladies Wrist watch, 30 X 21 MM stainless steel case, Quartz Movement, Silvered Engine turned Guilloche Dial with Raised Markers.

Category

2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Hermès Clipper Ladies Stainless Steel Quartz Wristwatch
Hermès Clipper Ladies Stainless Steel Quartz Wristwatch

Hermès Clipper Ladies Stainless Steel Quartz Wristwatch

By Hermès

Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur

- QUARTZ - steel material - White dial with steel bracelet - Folding buckle - water resistant - New stock (with protective plastic) - New battery - With box

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Hermes Ladies Gold-Plated H Hour Small Quartz Wristwatch
Hermes Ladies Gold-Plated H Hour Small Quartz Wristwatch

Hermes Ladies Gold-Plated H Hour Small Quartz Wristwatch

By Hermès

Located in Dallas, TX

Hermes H Hour Ladies Small Watch Gold Plated Quartz - Quartz.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Ladies Hermes Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact ladies hermes watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Stainless Steel. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a ladies hermes watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A ladies hermes watch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 8, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a ladies hermes watch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Ladies Hermes Watch?

The price for a ladies hermes watch starts at $795 and tops out at $112,635 with these watches, on average, selling for $3,800.

Hermès for sale on 1stDibs

For Hermès, what began as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen would eventually grow into one of the most storied fashion labels in the world. In 1837, German-born French entrepreneur Thierry Hermès opened a saddle and harness purveyor in Paris. Gradually, the house extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and modernist jewelry to pillows and handbags.

The first top-handled bag ever produced by Hermès was the Haut à courroies, which made its debut in 1892. A tall bag secured with a folded leather flap (fastened with bridle-inspired straps), it was designed to transport riding boots and a harness.

As the world made the switch from horse to automobile, the bag adapted, becoming a multifunctional travel satchel instead of a designated saddlebag. Today, 120 years later, the HAC remains in Hermès’s line — and its distinctive flap and clasping straps have laid the groundwork for some of the house’s other iconic bags.

In the 1930s, Robert Dumas (son-in-law to Émile-Maurice Hermès, Thierry’s grandson) designed a smaller, trapezoidal take on the flap bag with a handle and two side straps. Later, actress Grace Kelly, then engaged to Prince Rainier of Monaco, is said to have used one of these bags to conceal her pregnancy during the 1950s. Because she was photographed constantly, the coverage catapulted her handbag to international popularity.

In 1977, Hermès officially renamed the model for her, and the Kelly bag was born. Each Kelly bag takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches owe solely to one Hermès artisan.

Robert Dumas was also responsible for another one of the brand’s most iconic offerings: the launch of its first silk scarf on the occasion of Hermès’s 100th anniversary in 1937. Based on a woodblock designed by Dumas and printed on Chinese silk, the accessory was an immediate hit.

Today, vintage Hermès scarves, typically adorned in rich colors and elaborate patterns, serve many functions, just as they did back then. Well-heeled women wear it on their heads, around their necks and, in a genius piece of cross-promotion, tied to the straps of their Hermès bags. Kelly even once used one as a sling for her broken arm.

In 1981, Robert Dumas’s son Jean-Louis Dumas, then Hermès chairman, found himself sitting next to French actress and musician Jane Birkin on a plane, where she was complaining about finding a suitable carryall for the necessary accoutrements of motherhood. After the two travelers were properly introduced, Birkin helped design Jean-Louis’s most famous contribution to the Hermès canon: the Birkin bag, a roomy, square catchall with the HAC’s trademark leather flap top and the addition of a lock and key.

Owing to the brand’s legendary commitment to deft, handcrafted construction, the Birkin is an investment that is coveted by collectors everywhere.

While the Kelly and Birkin may be standouts, gracing the arms of everyone from royal heiresses to hip-hop stars in the past few decades, the handbags are but a small part of Hermès’s fashion offerings.

Since the 1920s, the brand has produced some of the most desirable leather goods in the world. There’s the Constance bag, a favorite of Jacqueline Kennedy, the recently relaunched 1970s-era Evelyne and, on the vintage market, a slew of designs dating back to the 1920s.

Good design never goes out of style. Find a variety of vintage Hermès handbags, day dresses, shoes and more on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.