A private collector from Japan bought the prototype made for and owned by Jane Birkin.

The unique and original Birkin bag that fashion house Hermès made for actor and singer Jane Birkin has sold for 8.6 million euros ($10.1 million), including fees, at auction in Paris.

This makes it the most expensive handbag ever auctioned, reflecting its unique origin and cultural status ...

Consumers sue Hermès over barriers to buying Birkin bags 03:54. The original Hermès Birkin bag, once worn by the late actor and singer Jane Birkin, is heading to auction at Sotheby's this summer.

The bag, created specifically for the late British actress in 1985, now follows the ruby slippers from 'The Wizard Oz' as the ...

The sale now holds three titles: the most valuable handbag ever sold at auction, the new record for fashion item sold in Europe, and most valuable luxury item ever sold at Sotheby’s Paris. The current ...

This summer, Sotheby's auction house will solicit bidders for Jane Birkin's original Hermès bag, designed and named after the British actress. Watch Party Newsletter What to watch Win $100 💵 ...

The original Hermès Birkin bag, which acted as the blueprint for what would become one of the most desirable celebrity status symbols in the world, will go under the hammer in Paris next month.

It's the Birkin bag to end all Birkin bags.. This summer, Sotheby's auction house will solicit bidders for Jane Birkin's original Hermès bag, designed and named after the British actress and singer.

The Boatkin, a new handbag, marries the design of the Hermès Birkin and the material of L.L. Bean’s Boat and Tote. By Allison Duncan Hop aboard a Hampton Jitney bus or a ferry to Nantucket this ...

It's the Birkin bag to end all Birkin bags.. This summer, Sotheby's auction house will solicit bidders for Jane Birkin's original Hermès bag, designed and named after the British actress and ...