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Christie’s Hermès Birkin bag

Birkinomics: are these handbags a better investment than bricks and mortar?

December 25, 2019June 14, 2017 by Editorial Team

A diamond-encrusted Hermès bag has sold at Christie’s for £155,000. Why are they so desirable – and do any of the other luxury brands make an equally smart investment?

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