Condition:
THE FIRST
The overall condition is fair with the exterior suede fading and multiple scratches to the front H clasp. There is moderate wear to the suede especially on the flap front edges and under the flaps. The corners are lightly worn rough. The interior leather lining is starting to detach from the front back of the bag and there are multiple scratches throughout the lining and flap facing. The Hermès stamp has faded almost completely from the front edge above the closure.
THE SECOND
The overall condition is good though there are some minor cracks in the leather on each end of the top flap fold. There are many scratches throughout the bag especially around and on top of the front closure strap. The bottom corners are worn with some light roughness on each. The flap facing leather has darkened from use along the edges as well as having many scuffs throughout. The back pocket zipper pull tassel is flattened. the right interior side of the bag has a dark mark near the top edge and there is some overall darkening throughout the interior lining. The gold-tone metal pyramid studs have many scratches and appear slightly darker.
THE THIRD
The overall condition is fair with heavy wear to the edge resulting in darkening and roughed areas along the top opening, side edges, and there is considerable wear to the bottom edges and corners. There are numerous small scratches throughout the exterior of the bag. The front snap closure ring detail is worn with scratches with the undertone is beginning to show and the woven strap has some broken threads on the back left side. The straps have faded and the gold-tone bars at the ends have worn off some of the gold-tone plating. The interior has numerous scratches and marks throughout, especially along the bottom where the lining is starting to buckle.
THE FOURTH
The overall condition is good though the gloves are well worn with some darkening on the fingers and back hand. The H details on the wrists have noticeable scratching.
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