Rating and value of Hermès jewels, bracelets and rings

If you own a piece of Hermès jewelry, and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will offer you their appraisal services. Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your jewelry, and provide you with a precise estimate of its value on the current market. Then, if you wish to sell your scarf, we'll direct you to the best possible means of obtaining the best possible price. The price of a Carré Hermès can vary depending on the year, the artist behind the silk print, the edition (limited or not), the motifs, the scene depicted and its rarity.

Rating and value of Hermès jewels

Jewels are emblematic pieces of the Hermès house, andmust-haves of the women's wardrobe  their success is no longer to be boasted. The price at which they sell on the art and auction markets ranges from €70 to €9,600, a considerable delta but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to your jewelry. In 2020, a white gold bracelet, large anchor chain, signed by Georges Lenfant sold for €28,600, while it was estimated at between €6,500 and €8,500, more than three times its high estimate.  

Order of value ranging from a classic piece of jewelry to the rarest and most sought-after

The buzz around these creations 

Hermes jewelry is successful at auction and in general because it tells a story, and is the result of innovative ideas combined with unique, timeless design. Each piece of jewelry is imagined to sublimate an outfit, right down to the practical aspect of holding a scarf or tying the sleeves of a shirt : cufflinks representing a ship's rope are hugely popular in the men's wardrobe.

Infused with equestrian motifs, celebrating the History of France, or the extraordinary saga of the House of Hermès, these jewels are now a tribute to fashion and jewelry that has been passed down from generation to generation.

Reasons to sell a Hermès jewel at auction

Hermès jewels are timeless pieces that meet with great success on the auction market. Often seen in auction rooms, these pieces of jewelry do not leave collectors indifferent, as they can obtain jewelry that is no longer marketed by Hermès. Inspired first and foremost by the equestrian world, with several necklaces, bracelets and rings inspired by equestrian attachments in their design, but also by the marine world, these unique pieces are highly sought-after and never go out of fashion. Cufflinks in the shape of a boarding rope are particularly famous, but so is the sailor knot motif, which is reproduced on brooches, scarf bows and rings.

After the creation of the iconic Birkin by Jean-Louis Dumas and Jane Birkin, as well as the spread of the Kelly and its popularity thanks to the Princess of Monaco, the House marketed a leather bracelet bearing the name of said bag, the Kelly bracelet is ultimately a leather strap colored or not, often monochrome, with the gold or silver metal fastener that can be found on certain bags, signature of the House of Hermès.

Scarf knots are also characteristic of the Maison, which indisputably dominates the market for silk scarves, the famous carrés, which can be worn with a metal ring to hold the latter.

Histories and successes of these unique jewelry pieces

Each piece of jewelry has a different story. Jewelry inspired by equestrian motifs, notably the strap bracelet inspired by equestrian attachment motifs, the initial activity of the Maison Hermès, which was a luxury saddlery when it was founded by Thierry Hermès in 1837. When his son-in-law, Robert Dumas (father of Jean-Louis Dumas, the originator of Birkin), took a stroll along the Normandy coast, he was fascinated by boat chains and drew a few motifs, which became the basis of the " chaîne d'ancre " bracelet. It was then adapted to necklaces, rings and sautoirs. Initially in silver to stay true to the initial inspiration, the company then declined them in gold and sometimes even inlaid them with diamonds : these jewels are obviously much rarer than the others and meet with enormous success on the second-hand market.

Recognizing original Hermès jewelry

The counterfeit market is increasingly strong in making all kinds of dupes, including jewelry. On online platforms, the resale of these items is steadily increasing, and many customers are being tricked. Hermès jewels are among the most copied in the world. That's why, even if techniques exist to recognize a genuine Hermès jewel, including looking at the signature (which can incidentally be counterfeit), it's vital if you think you own a valuable piece of jewelry to have it appraised in order to date it and be sure of its authenticity.

Knowing the definite value of your jewel

If you happen to own a Hermès jewel or think you might, don't hesitate to request a free appraisal using our form on our website. A member of our team of experts and chartered auctioneers will contact you promptly with an estimate of the market value of your scarf, and will provide you with all the relevant information. If you wish to sell your work, you will also be accompanied by our specialists in order to benefit from alternatives to sell it at the best possible price, taking into account the inclinations of the market.