Jane Birkin’s Original Birkin Becomes the World’s Most Expensive Handbag

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An icon of style and a fragment of fashion history — Jane Birkin’s original Hermès Birkin has just shattered records to become the most expensive handbag ever sold.

Unveiled to the public for the first time in 25 years, this legendary piece — the prototype created for Jane Birkin herself — sparked a bidding frenzy at Sotheby’s Paris, where it ultimately changed hands for an astonishing €8.6 million.

In a tense ten-minute auction that captivated collectors across the globe, nine determined bidders battled for ownership of this extraordinary symbol of style and cultural allure. From the first strike of the gavel, the price soared, eclipsing every previous benchmark for a luxury handbag at auction.

After captivating audiences in Paris, Hong Kong, and New York — drawing crowds of curious onlookers and connoisseurs alike — this singular bag now continues its journey. The winning bid was secured by a Japanese collector, represented by Maiko Ichikawa, marking a new chapter for an icon that transcends generations.

More than an accessory, the Birkin Original is a living artifact — a testament to Jane Birkin’s effortless magnetism and the timeless myth she inspired. It embodies the very birth of a symbol that redefined modern luxury and femininity. Now, this treasure passes like a torch to a new custodian, carrying with it the story of style, rebellion, and understated opulence that made Jane Birkin an eternal muse.

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