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Original Birkin bag sells for record $10 Mn at Paris auction

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The first-ever Birkin handbag sold for 8.58 million euros ($10 million) at a Sotheby's auction in Paris, smashing previous price records for a handbag. The bag, which was bought by private collector in Japan, was designed by French luxury brand Hermes for celebrity Jane Birkin.

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  • The first Birkin bag, owned by Jane Birkin, was auctioned for a record 8.58 million euros. 13s
  • The bag was designed for Jane Birkin in 1984 following a meeting with Hermès head Jean-Louis Dumas. 30s
  • Jane Birkin's initials and personal stickers were featured on the bag. 43s
  • The Birkin bag was purchased by a private collector in Japan.
  • Birkin bags are produced in limited numbers, with prices starting at 8,500 euros. 1m 13s
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