Luxury Gifts Under $500

Von Baer Luxury Gifts. Full-Grain Leather, Handmade, Backed by a 5-Year Warranty.

Every piece in this range is made from A-grade full-grain leather, cut from the bend of the hide where the fibers are densest, and drum-dyed so the color runs all the way through.

• Drum-dyed leather, color all the way through: We drum-dye the leather, so the color runs all the way through it: if it's ever scuffed, the leather underneath is the same shade, not the pale mark surface-dyed leather shows. The leather types vary across the range.
• RFID blocking on almost every wallet and passport piece: Almost every wallet, card holder and passport holder in this range has RFID blocking (a hidden lining that stops contactless cards being read by a nearby reader) beneath the leather. If you're gifting something they'll carry cards in, the protection is built in.
• Gift-wrapped and ready to give: Almost every piece arrive wrapped in tissue in our gift box and gift bag, and the Isabella Shoulder Bag comes in a soft cotton dust bag.
• 5-Year Limited Warranty on every piece: We stand behind every piece for five years against defects in materials or workmanship, because each one is made to be carried for decades.
• One price, no discount cycles: Von Baer doesn't do seasonal sales, coupons or Black Friday. The price you see today is the same price next month. Your gift won't be marked down the week after they open it.

Von Baer Gifts Under $500. From His Everyday Wallet to Her First Leather Bag.

This range covers wallets and card holders, belts, travel pieces, desk accessories and a full-grain leather shoulder bag.

• His everyday wallet, upgraded: His wallet has been cracking at the fold for a year, and he's never going to buy a new one on his own. The Classic Bifold Leather Wallet is the bifold (a wallet that folds once, in half) we make for that: four card slots, a snap-closure coin pocket, two full-length bill compartments for USD, EUR and GBP, and RFID blocking, in full-grain leather that wears with quiet distinction for years, where bonded grades crack at the edges within a year. The Classic measures 11 × 9.3 × 2 cm (4.3 × 3.7 × 0.79 in) and weighs 60 g (2.12 oz). If he carries fewer cards, the Minimalist Leather Card Holder starts at $195. If he needs more space, the Heritage Leather Trifold Wallet opens to three card panels and holds up to 16 cards at $295.
• Her everyday purse: Her current purse is falling apart, cards and coins shifting loose every time she opens it at the checkout. The Origin Portmonnaie Leather Purse is a zip-around wristlet (a short strap that loops around the wrist) in full-grain pebble leather (lightly textured calfskin): it holds at least 16 cards, coins, notes in USD, EUR and GBP, and even a passport. The card-and-cash holder inside is removable and closes with a magnet, so she can carry the full purse for errands and pop the holder out alone for dinner. If she carries less, the Celeste Leather Purse ($245) is a compact zip-around for six cards. 7.8 × 4.5 × 1 in (19.8 × 11.5 × 2.5 cm), 9.8 oz (278 g).
• A gift for the frequent traveler: They're fishing through three pockets for a passport, a boarding pass, cards and cash in two currencies. The Harrington Leather Passport Wallet keeps it all in one piece: a dedicated passport pocket, four card slots, two bill compartments for USD, EUR and GBP, and RFID blocking to shield a chip passport in a crowded line. The Harrington measures 6 × 3.8 × 0.8 in (15.2 × 9.7 × 2 cm) and weighs 4.1 oz (115 g). If they need a slimmer passport holder without the card capacity, the Atlas Leather Passport Holder ($195) and the Avia Leather Passport Holder ($175, the lowest-priced piece in this range) both have RFID and a grosgrain (firm ribbed ribbon) page marker.
• A desk or corporate gift: A valet tray (a small leather dish for pocket contents by the door or on a desk) keeps in one spot the keys, watch, wallet and pen that scatter across a desk or hallway table at the end of every day. Our Majestic Leather Valet Tray is full-grain leather with snap-button corners, a smooth microfiber (soft lining that won't scratch what sits on it) interior, and a subtle water-repellent finish. Unisex, neutral, and at $225 it works as a corporate gift. The Majestic's usable area is 16 × 16 cm (6.3 × 6.3 in) with 4.8 cm (1.9 in) sides, and it weighs 117 g (4.1 oz). The Executive Leather Desk Pad ($395 for the Original size) pairs well for a set.
• A leather belt as the gift: His belt is cracked at the holes, the buckle scuffed, and it hasn't occurred to him to buy a new one. The Classic Full-Grain Leather Belt is handmade to order in Europe and cut to his exact belt measurement: choose from three buckle finishes, with every edge hand-finished with Fenice edge paint. The Classic comes in lengths of 70-119 cm (27.56-46.85 in), is 3.8 cm (1.5 in) wide and 0.35 cm (0.14 in) thick, and weighs about 200 g (7.1 oz). If he'd rather have black and brown in one belt, the Premier Reversible Leather Belt ($275) has a 180-degree rotating buckle that switches between sides. Both belts are custom-made to size, so you'll need his belt measurement before ordering.
• A milestone gift for her: The Isabella Shoulder Bag is the only bag in this range, handcrafted from full-grain leather, with a natural cotton lining. With the adjustable shoulder strap on, the Isabella works as a crossbody (worn across the body, hands free) for the day; take the strap off and it's a hand purse for the evening. Four colors, including deep red. At $495, this is the range's highest single-price piece, for the occasion that calls for more than a wallet. 21 × 13 × 6 cm (8.27 × 5.12 × 2.36 in), ~0.4 kg (0.88 lbs).
• A gift for someone who wears glasses: The Deluxe Leather Glasses Case is a structured full-grain leather case that protects optical frames or sunglasses from the scratches that come with carrying them unprotected in a bag or pocket. The interior is soft microfiber, with a discreet snap-button closure. We make two versions: the unisex Deluxe and the women's Deluxe, both at $245. 16 × 5 × 4 cm (6.3 × 1.97 × 1.57 in), ~100 g (3.5 oz).

If this range isn't quite right:

• Tighter budget, closer to $200: the same full-grain leather in a smaller price range. See our luxury gifts under $250.
• Ready to stretch for a bigger piece: the next tier up is where a bigger, more significant gift starts. See our luxury gifts under $1000.
• The monogram is the whole point: if the embossed initials are the reason for the gift, see our personalized luxury gifts.
• Shopping specifically for a woman: this range covers gifts for him and for her, but for a her-focused edit, see our gifts for her.
• Still deciding what to choose: read our guide to luxury gifts under $500.
• Wondering if quiet, understated leather is their style: read our guide on what quiet luxury actually means.
• Your budget is flexible: see our full luxury gifts collection.

FAQs

Do these gifts arrive ready to give, or will I need to wrap them?

Almost every piece arrives wrapped in tissue in a Von Baer gift box and bag, ready to hand over. The Executive Leather Desk Pad comes in a protective microfiber sleeve, and the Isabella Shoulder Bag in a soft cotton dust bag.

Can the gift be personalized, and does it cost extra?

Almost every piece can be embossed with up to four uppercase initials at no extra charge, on the product page when you order.