Recognisable by its H-shaped clasp and adjustable shoulder strap, the Constance is a compact shoulder bag. Its scarcity at retail sustains professional interest, but the leather / colour / hardware combination causes wide variation between offers.
Sizes and leathers
- Constance 18 (mini) and Constance 24, the most requested sizes;
- Common leathers: Epsom (grained and structured), Box (smooth, develops a patina), Swift (supple);
- Palladium or gold hardware, sometimes matched to the leather;
- Exotic leathers: a separate market with specific documentation rules.
What buyers inspect
- Operation and scratching of the H clasp;
- Corners and edges, the areas most exposed to wear;
- Condition of the strap and its attachment points;
- Interior: cleanliness, odours, ink marks;
- Blind stamp and engravings on the bag.
Box, dust bag and paperwork
The orange box, dust bag, clochette and original receipt are not essential, but they reassure the buyer and lower perceived risk, which usually shows in the offer. A documented Hermès workshop restoration can also be an advantage.
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