Hermès Kelly Watch blue dial with black calf leather strap

Maker: Hermes
Model: Kelly Watch
Serial: 972499
Year: 1990's
Case: Gold Plated
Case Dimensions: 20mm×20ｍｍ; 8.5mm thickness
Leather strap size: fits up to a 16.5 cm wrist
Leather strap: black Hermes calf leather strap 
Dial: dark blue dial with gold hands
Movement: quartz caliber
Box/Papers: comes with original Hermes wood box

The Hermès Kelly collection is among the most iconic and recognizable in the brand’s history. Introduced in 1975, the Kelly watch took inspiration from the famed handbag of the same name, incorporating its signature padlock motif in a creative and elegant way. Rather than functioning as a traditional clasp, the padlock itself serves as the watch case—suspended from the strap and housing a discreet time-only display showing hours and minutes.

Early versions of the Kelly watch were paired with either single or double tour straps crafted from Hermès’ signature leather, echoing the design of the handbag’s side straps and further enhancing the connection between timepiece and tote.

This vintage Hermès Kelly watch is in well-preserved condition, showing gentle signs of aging and wear. The watch case, gold-plated padlock clasp, and clasp  exhibits  light surface marks, but remains in good overall shape. Both the clasp and padlock function properly, maintaining the charm and practicality of the original design.

The watch is fitted with its original black calf leather strap, signed by Hermès. The strap shows visible wear from use, but is in wearable condition. The quartz movement is running smoothly, with a new battery installed in June 2025.

Included with the watch is its original Hermès wooden presentation box.

Photographed on a model with a 14.5 cm wrist.

Ships from Japan.