Hermes
1204 - Brown Havana Strap

HERMÈS Médor Ref. ME1.201 Pre-Owned 1999  Gold-plated 23 x 32 mm Swiss quartz  Dial hidden under a studded cover, Brown leather strap with pin buckle

« True luxury doesn’t need to be seen: it’s sensed. »

Some watches speak loudly; others whisper. The Médor belongs to the second family—pieces women with true taste recognise instantly. Not a “watch” in the conventional sense, but a functional jewel, designed to live with skin, fabric and light. Picture it backstage before a show, between fittings, or at a café table where you don’t “check the time”: you unveil it. The cover opens like a minaudière, and the moment becomes precise, intimate. That’s the spirit of secret watches: time belongs to the woman wearing it, not to the room.

Introduced in the early 1990s, the Hermès Médor line translates unmistakable Hermès codes to the wrist: equestrian heritage, leather craft, and that mischievous French chic—turning a utilitarian cue into pure style. Its studded cover, evoking a bold collar or strap motif, makes the Médor a true in-between: bracelet-jewel and watch, all at once. On the market, Médor pieces are most commonly seen across the 1990s and 2000s; this 1999 example sits right at the heart of the model’s most iconic years.The 23 x 32 mm gold-plated case offers a warm, luminous presence—never flashy—pairing beautifully with both sun-kissed and fair skin tones. The signature is the studded swivelling cover: closed, it reads as a strong piece of jewellery; opened, it reveals a dial designed for quick, confident legibility. The Swiss quartz movement adds what many fashion lovers and busy women value most: it’s always on time, no winding ritual, no fuss—just calm precision. The brown leather strap with pin buckle reinforces Hermès’ leather DNA, like a slim belt at the wrist—refined, effortless, unmistakably Hermès.

The Médor is for those who prefer pieces that define a silhouette without ever overdoing it. By day, it elevates tailoring, trench coats, white denim, soft knits; the brown leather and warm gold create an easy, elegant harmony. By night, it becomes a jewellery accent—best worn alone or with a delicate chain and a discreet ring. Its charm lies in the gesture: you don’t display the time, you reveal it. A perfect choice for anyone seeking something different, iconic, and deeply Hermès.

Hermès Médor Ref. ME1.201, 1999, gold-plated case, brown leather strap with pin buckle. Delivered with a Mostra travel pouch. At Mostra, every watch is selected for its aesthetic coherence and true horological legitimacy—pieces that carry an era, a purpose, a presence. Mostra—renowned for its service and customer experience—has been recognized in the specialist press as the pre-owned specialist. Our customer reviews are verified and rated 5 stars, and we guide you from styling advice to long-term follow-up. Most importantly, all our watches come with an exceptional three-year warranty, rare on the pre-owned market—so you can buy with confidence and wear with joy.