The Birkin Bag is a hand crafted bag made by Hermes, and is named after actress and singer Jane Birkin. The bag is symbolic of wealth because of its high cost and elusiveness towards the public.Its prices vary from $9,000 to in excess of $200,000. The price increases based on the kind of materials used with Birkin bags being supplied to Hermes boutiques on unpredictable agendas as well as in limited amounts, creating scarcity and exclusivity.