The Hermès Birkin bag that started it all: Jane Birkin’s original will go up for auction next month

The original Hermès Birkin bag, designed in 1984 for actress Jane Birkin, is set for auction on July 10 as part of Sotheby’s Paris Fashion Icons sale. This unique prototype, which sparked a global fashion phenomenon, is a rare treasure with unmatched history and craftsmanship. Once belonging to Birkin herself, the bag’s value is amplified by its cultural significance and exclusivity. It will be displayed in New York and Paris before the auction, drawing global attention and likely setting new records.