Hermès Bijoux

It was in 1837 that Thierry Hermès founded the famous French company bearing his name, a true family saga that quickly expanded internationally. Originally specializing in harness-making, the house quickly made its mark with a new style that showcased high-quality leather. The Hermès lineage brilliantly maintained the company’s equestrian tradition over generations while diversifying its products in a constant spirit of modernity. Soon, the skill of design extended to leather goods, ready-to-wear, interior design, watches, and jewelry.

Hermès jewelry is characterized by clean and modern designs. The anchor chain, in particular, made its mark in the jewelry of the 1940s. Legend has it that Robert Dumas, the son-in-law of the company’s founder, was walking by the seaside when he was inspired with this brilliant idea. In close collaboration with the jeweler Percin, he combined this new motif with the toggle clasp, creating an abundant collection of silver jewelry, whose success has lasted for almost 80 years.

The themes of the anchor, buckle, and lock are continuously reinterpreted through inventive shapes that demonstrate the house’s art of perfectly blending classic style and modernity.

Hermès rings, bracelets, and pendants reflect a new wave, heralding an era of understated elegance. Hermès jewelry manages to exceed clients' expectations, continually refining the Parisian silhouette. Women are happy to put aside their family heirloom jewelry in favor of the chic, sporty style embodied by Hermès, where gold gives way to sterling silver and gemstones are replaced by colorful, harmoniously designed equestrian-themed enamel.

Watchmaking caught the attention of Hermès designers in the late 1920s with the Ermeto model, a product of collaboration with Movado. This success led to a wide range of watches produced in collaboration with renowned watchmakers such as Universal Genève and Jaeger-LeCoultre, including the famous Etrier watch, which became a sensation in the 1960s. In 1978, the company created its subsidiary La Montre Hermès SA, launching prized and long-lasting collections such as the Arceau, the sporty Clipper, the elegant Heure H, and the prestigious Dressage automatic watch.

Aguttes regularly presents Hermès watches, bracelets, rings, pendants, and bags at its prestigious sales. Free appraisals are offered to estimate and confirm the authenticity of these timeless pieces, which always find buyers in our auction events.

Our specialists are available to assess your precious and semi-precious stones, jewelry, bracelets, rings, necklaces, vintage creations, or signed pieces set with diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires, and fine pearls. They are at your disposal for free and confidential appraisals by appointment. The team travels across France and to the house’s representative offices. Do not hesitate to contact us to discuss the purchase or sale of a piece of jewelry.

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