India, July 11 -- The aura it takes to inspire a legacy that has spanned generations and will continue to do so, is without a doubt a rarity. And that is what late actor and singer Jane Birkin achieved with her fruitful Hermes collaboration dating back to 1984 - a crossover that mind you, was the result of a chance encounter between her and Hermes CEO Jean-Louis Dumas on a flight, where the actor expressed her need for a high-end, but equally practical handbag.

And so, the Birkin, one of the most undisputable stamps of leisurely luxury was born. And the first of it's kind - the original, the blueprint, was of course owned by Jane herself. Now while most Birkin owners today would keep their prized possession meticulously stored away, it s...