-SPECIAL- “HERMÈS” 70’s-90’s Étrier multi chain bracelet

We are pleased to introduce a truly rare HERMÈS Etrier bracelet piece—one that brings to your hands the aesthetics of horse tack, the Maison’s very origins. Since its founding in 1837 in Paris as a harness-making workshop, HERMÈS has refined its functional beauty rooted in equestrian culture, elevating it into leather, silk, and jewelry.

By boldly combining the Etrier motif—meaning a stirrup—with a supple structure formed by bundling multiple fine braided chain strands, this piece transcends mere ornamentation. It transforms the sculptural beauty derived from harness-making—crafted by HERMÈS over many years—directly into jewelry.

The Etrier is a motif that refers to the stirrup where a rider places their foot. Within HERMÈS, it is not simply a symbol used for decoration, but an extremely important design code that represents the background of the harness workshop tradition carried on since the Maison’s founding. Unlike categories broadly known today—such as bags and scarves—Etrier motifs incorporated into bracelets have limited distribution. For those who deeply understand the Maison’s history, it is truly a special presence.

The body is centered on silver-colored metal. The contrast between the rigid bar section, gently curved to follow the wrist, and the soft, softly swaying multi-chain is exceptionally beautiful. Even in a still state, the design gains depth. Although it features substantial metal components, the chain section is delicately braided, so it never tips into ruggedness alone—allowing you to clearly feel the refined elegance for which HERMÈS is renowned.

What makes it especially compelling is that the Etrier-shaped elements are not merely attached like charms. Instead, they are integrated into the bracelet’s overall structure. The balance of straight and curved lines reminiscent of harness hardware, the three-dimensional form that wraps around the wrist, and even the construction of the clasp equipped with a safety chain—all demonstrate how decoration and practicality coexist in the same place. This is the kind of persuasive craftsmanship that only HERMÈS can deliver.

The clasp is an angular clasp design, and it is also accompanied by a safety chain as an additional feature. In modern accessories, such details are often simplified. Here, however, the construction has been considered for peace of mind while wearing. As a piece of jewelry, it still conveys the rationality of a tool. This beauty as a “tool” is a major attraction strongly connected to HERMÈS’s harness-inspired origins.

In terms of period, we do not see QR codes commonly found on current pieces, long management notations, or recently simplified specifications. From the HERMES engraving, the clasp with a safety chain, the substantial structure formed by bundling multiple braided chain strands, and the classic design that uses the Etrier motif prominently, it is natural to consider this as a vintage accessory from the late 1970s to the early 1990s. While we cannot definitively narrow it down to a single year or season, it is a highly valuable individual piece where the decorative character of the time and the strong, harness-like presence coexist—quite different from contemporary HERMÈS jewelry.

Among HERMÈS vintage accessories, compared with pieces featuring motifs such as the Chaine d’Ancre, Kelly, or Jumbo, Etrier-motif bracelets are encountered far less often. Moreover, a configuration like this—combining multi-chains with three-dimensional metal elements—adds tremendous appeal even from a collection standpoint. It is not just that the brand logo is easy to recognize; it is the motif’s meaning, the beauty of the structure, and the ability to discuss value through the Maison’s background that truly sets this piece apart.

In addition, the fine surface scratches and toning throughout the piece are not merely signs of use. They are enjoyable expressions unique to metal jewelry that has endured over a long period of time. Unlike the bright shine of a polished new item, the deep, silver-colored texture more naturally highlights the classic atmosphere inherent to HERMÈS.

Of course, it is recommended for those who want to add a firm sense of presence to their wrist. It is especially ideal for those who wish to enjoy HERMÈS not only through bags or scarves, but also through design codes derived from horse tack. Beyond its beauty as jewelry, the special value lies in the fact that it tells you why it takes this form—and why HERMÈS uses this motif.

For styling, pairing it with neat shirts or jackets naturally enhances the classic elegance that is unmistakably HERMÈS. When added to simple knitwear or a wool coat, it brings the substantial, harness-inspired feel to your wrist, finishing in an elegant yet slightly modern mode impression. This is a piece that does not loudly embellish your entire outfit—rather, it quietly creates a difference at a single point on the wrist. It is truly a piece through which you can enjoy HERMÈS’s history and sculptural beauty.

We hope you will take this opportunity.