Hermès blind stamp lookup

Hermès Date Stamp Calculator

Select the stamp shape and enter its letter to estimate the production year of an Hermès bag or leather good from 1945 to 2026.

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Hermès date stamp chart: 1945–2026

Use this visual chart to compare plain letters, circled stamps, squared stamps and the modern Hermès sequence. Bookmark this page whenever you need the complete visual reference.

Hermès date stamp chart showing production year codes from 1945 to 2026

How to use the Hermès date code calculator

1Find the blind stamp

Check the interior, strap reverse, plaque area or seams.

2Identify the border

Choose plain, circle or square before entering the letter.

3Read the result

Use the year as a production estimate—not authentication.

Understanding Hermès date stamps

Often called a blind stamp, the mark is a production reference impressed into the leather. Older series run alphabetically, while the modern sequence is intentionally non-alphabetical. Craftsman marks or additional symbols may appear nearby and should not be confused with the year letter.

For a saveable visual reference, open our Hermès Date Stamp Guide covering 1945–2026.

Hermès stamp calculator FAQs

What does an Hermès date stamp tell you?

The date stamp or blind stamp can indicate an approximate production year. It does not identify the model or guarantee authenticity.

Why do some Hermès letters repeat?

Hermès reused letters in different eras. The surrounding shape—plain, circle or square—is essential for determining the correct year.

Where is the Hermès blind stamp?

Its location varies by model and production period. It may be inside the bag, beneath a strap, behind a plaque or near an interior seam.

Can a valid Hermès stamp prove a bag is authentic?

No. Counterfeit items can copy plausible stamps, so the result must not be treated as authentication.

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Hermès blind-stamp example

Compare the letter and any surrounding shape carefully before using the calculator. Stamp placement, depth and clarity can vary with the bag, leather and age.

Close-up example of an Hermès blind stamp embossed into black leather — **Example:** an Hermès blind stamp embossed into leather.

Important: A date stamp, serial prefix or correctly formatted code does not prove authenticity. Results are reference estimates and should be considered alongside construction, materials, provenance and professional authentication.