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Omar Munie x HTM 150 Years Anniversary Tote Bag

Dark brown leather tote bag with tan embossed patch celebrating 150 years of HTM tram service, designed by Omar Munie. - view 1
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Estimated value

$120 - $250

Rarity

Scarce(6/10)

Brand

Omar Munie

Era

2014

Origin

🇳🇱 Netherlands

Artist / Creator

Omar Munie

Authenticity

Very High(90%)
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OMAR MUNIE X HTM 150 YEARS ANNIVERSARY TOTE BAG: IDENTIFICATION

This is a collaborative commemorative tote bag crafted by Dutch designer Omar Munie for the HTM Personenvervoer 150th anniversary. The exterior is constructed from supple, pebbled dark brown leather featuring a contrasting tan leather patch embossed with tram iconography and '150 Jaar'. The interior reveals a red branded lining featuring the HTM logo repeat pattern and a secondary identification tag stating 'Of course it's Dutch Made by Omar Munie'. White high-contrast perimeter stitching and silver-tone hardware accents, including a turn-lock closure, are prominent features.

CROSS-CULTURAL PARALLELS

Where This Object Echoes

Dutch DesignEarly 21st Century

The emphasis on upcycling and sustainable 'Circular Economy' principles reflects 21st-century Dutch design philosophy.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

  • •Urban commuting and the elevation of public service utility objects into luxury collectibles.

Meaning Through Time

20th Century

Tram upholstery was viewed as a strictly utilitarian industrial textile.

21st Century

The material is recontextualized as sustainable luxury and a piece of municipal heritage.

PRODUCTION PERIOD

Created in 2014, this bag celebrates the 150th anniversary of HTM (Haagsche Tramweg-Maatschappij), the public transport operator in The Hague, which began horse-drawn tram service in 1864. Designer Omar Munie, known for his Dreamfactory atelier and social entrepreneurship in the Netherlands, ...
Created in 2014, this bag celebrates the 150th anniversary of HTM (Haagsche Tramweg-Maatschappij), the public transport operator in The Hague, which began horse-drawn tram service in 1864. Designer Omar Munie, known for his Dreamfactory atelier and social entrepreneurship in the Netherlands, utilized upcycled materials in many of these limited editions, specifically repurposing leather from retired HTM tram seat covers.

COLLECTOR NOTES

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The leather used for this specific anniversary collection was salvaged and upcycled from retired tram seats within the HTM fleet in 2014.

SCARCITY

Scarce80-90%
CommonLegendary

Genuinely harder to find. Perhaps only dozens come to market annually. Collectors actively watch for these pieces.

Rarity 6/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 1 bags item at rarity 6 or higher.

Typical Characteristics

  • Dozens per year at market
  • Documented provenance valued
  • Active collector pursuit

Confidence Factors

  • Specific branding matches known HTM anniversary collaborations from 2014
  • Unique tram-seat upcycling texture is consistent with Munie's production methods
  • Original hang tags and custom branded lining are present
How does authenticity detection work?

LUXURY AUTHENTICATOR'S TAKE

Luxury Accessories Authentication Specialist

Bag Expert

High confidence due to the clear presence of specific commemorative tags, branded lining, and known regional collaboration details.

KEY EVIDENCE

  • 1HTM Anniversary blue hang tag describes the 2014 tram history context
  • 2Interior lining features custom-woven HTM logos
  • 3Stitching count is consistent with artisan hand-finished production in Munie's atelier
  • 4Embossed exterior patch depicts the classic Hague tram silhouettes

UNCERTAINTIES

  • •Internal tag shows visible staining/wear

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

  • →Inspect the corners for piping wear
  • →Verify the presence of any internal serial numbers if applicable for the Dreamfactory line

CONDITION & GRADE

Excellent (Used)

Grading breakdown

Maintains structural integrity; minor cosmetic discoloration on the internal maker's tag is the only notable defect.

Condition

The leather displays natural softening and mild surface undulation consistent with light use. The embossed patch remains crisp, and the interior label shows minor adhesive or water staining on the left margin.

Weight & feel

Substantial yet flexible, weighing approximately 800 to 1,000 grams due to the quality of the hide and metal hardware.

LUXURY RESALE VALUE

$120 - $250

Updated: May 11, 2026

Who buys this

Dutch design enthusiasts, regional Hague history collectors, and supporters of ethical/social enterprise fashion brands.

What increases value

  • •Commemorative HTM 150 association
  • •Provenance from the Omar Munie Dreamfactory
  • •Use of authentic upcycled tram seat leather

What lowers value

  • •Limited international brand recognition outside the Netherlands
  • •Staining on internal labels

What makes top-tier examples

  • •Presence of all original anniversary tags
  • •Crisp embossing on the commemorative patch
  • •Clean, un-pilled interior lining

Grade & condition

Leather suppleness, hardware scratch degree, and interior lining cleanliness.

Rarity & demand

ScarceModerate demandModerate liquidity
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