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Chanel 19 Large Quilted Goatskin Silver and Gold Red Flap Bag
Chanel 19 Large Quilted Goatskin Silver and Gold Red Flap Bag

Chanel 19 Large Quilted Goatskin Silver and Gold Red Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Freehold, NJ

Pre-Owned , 100% Authentic Chanel 19 Large Goatskin Silver and Gold Red Flap Bag RATING: A/B...Very

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2010s French Hobo Bags

Chanel 19 shoulder bag in multicolored quilted Tweed , Matt gold and PHW
Chanel 19 shoulder bag in multicolored quilted Tweed , Matt gold and PHW

Chanel 19 shoulder bag in multicolored quilted Tweed , Matt gold and PHW

By Chanel

Located in Paris, IDF

The​ ​iconic​ ​Chanel​ ​19​ ​shoulder​ ​bag​ ​in​ ​multicolored​ ​quilted​ ​tweed,​ ​with​ ​gold

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Stunning Chanel 19 shoulder bag in purple quilted leather , Matt gold and SHW
Stunning Chanel 19 shoulder bag in purple quilted leather , Matt gold and SHW

Stunning Chanel 19 shoulder bag in purple quilted leather , Matt gold and SHW

By Chanel

Located in Paris, IDF

Sublime​ ​Chanel​ ​19​ ​shoulder​ ​bag​ ​in​ ​purple​ ​quilted​ ​leather,​ ​gold​ ​and​ ​silver

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

New RARE Chanel Gold 19 Bag
New RARE Chanel Gold 19 Bag

New RARE Chanel Gold 19 Bag

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H 6.5 in W 3.5 in

New RARE Chanel Gold 19 Bag

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel sold out worldwide "19" bag in gold quilted lambskin . Combination of satin gold hardware

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Chanel 19 Flap Bag Black
Chanel 19 Flap Bag Black

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Black

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Chanel 19 Flap Bag Black

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

*Chanel 19 *Black *Shiny lambskin *Gold-tone, silver-tone & ruthenium-finish metal *Mixed hardware

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Chanel 19 Flap Bag Black
Chanel 19 Flap Bag Black

Chanel 19 Flap Bag Black

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Chanel 19 Flap Bag Black

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

*Chanel 19 *Black *Shiny lambskin *Gold-tone, silver-tone & ruthenium-finish metal *Mixed hardware

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Chanel 2021 Gold Metallic Lambskin Leather Quilted Medium 19 Bag
Chanel 2021 Gold Metallic Lambskin Leather Quilted Medium 19 Bag

Chanel 2021 Gold Metallic Lambskin Leather Quilted Medium 19 Bag

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Gold Metallic Lambskin Quilted Medium 19 Bag Made In: France Year of Production: 2021 Color

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Chanel 19 Quilted Tweed Flap Bag Small/Regular Gold Hardware
Chanel 19 Quilted Tweed Flap Bag Small/Regular Gold Hardware

Chanel 19 Quilted Tweed Flap Bag Small/Regular Gold Hardware

By Chanel

Located in Roosendaal, NL

From the collection of SAVINETI we offer this Chanel 19 Flap Bag: - Brand: Chanel - Model: 19

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2010s European Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Ultra Rare Vintage Black Quilted 19 Flap Gold Chain 43ck314s
Chanel Ultra Rare Vintage Black Quilted 19 Flap Gold Chain 43ck314s

Chanel Ultra Rare Vintage Black Quilted 19 Flap Gold Chain 43ck314s

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Chanel Ultra Rare Vintage Black Quilted 19 Flap Gold Chain 43ck314s Date Code/Serial Number

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

CHANEL Chocolat Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Digital Watch Nº 14/19
CHANEL Chocolat Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Digital Watch Nº 14/19

CHANEL Chocolat Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Digital Watch Nº 14/19

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

watch from Chanel, as its name says, features a finely crafted 18 carat white gold bracelet designed

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Chanel 19 Bag Medium 2021 Light Gold Crossbody Bag Dual Color Chain
Chanel 19 Bag Medium 2021 Light Gold Crossbody Bag Dual Color Chain

Chanel 19 Bag Medium 2021 Light Gold Crossbody Bag Dual Color Chain

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Chanel 19 Bag Medium 2021 Light Gold Crossbody Bag Dual Color Chain These are professional photos

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2010s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

CHANEL Small 19 Flap Bag 21P Iridescent White Goatskin NEW Gold Silver
CHANEL Small 19 Flap Bag 21P Iridescent White Goatskin NEW Gold Silver

CHANEL Small 19 Flap Bag 21P Iridescent White Goatskin NEW Gold Silver

By Chanel, Chanel Boutique

Located in West Chester, PA

10.2” x 3.5” This is the most sought after size in the 19 series Iridescent White Calfskin with Gold

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2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

Chanel 22P Silver Gold Quilted Denim Wallet on Chain 19 Flap WOC  S126C49
Chanel 22P Silver Gold Quilted Denim Wallet on Chain 19 Flap WOC  S126C49

Chanel 22P Silver Gold Quilted Denim Wallet on Chain 19 Flap WOC S126C49

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Chanel 22P Silver Gold Quilted Denim Wallet on Chain 19 Flap WOC S126C49 Date Code/Serial Number

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel 22P Silver Gold Quilted Denim Wallet on Chain 19 Flap WOC  18ca127s
Chanel 22P Silver Gold Quilted Denim Wallet on Chain 19 Flap WOC  18ca127s

Chanel 22P Silver Gold Quilted Denim Wallet on Chain 19 Flap WOC 18ca127s

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Chanel 22P Silver Gold Quilted Denim Wallet on Chain 19 Flap WOC 18ca127s Date Code/Serial Number

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21st Century and Contemporary Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Chanel 22P Silver Gold Quilted Denim Wallet on Chain 19 Flap WOC 10CCA118
Chanel 22P Silver Gold Quilted Denim Wallet on Chain 19 Flap WOC 10CCA118

Chanel 22P Silver Gold Quilted Denim Wallet on Chain 19 Flap WOC 10CCA118

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Date Code/Serial Number: L788JNLL Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 7.5" Width: 1.75" Height: 4.75" Shoulder Handle Drop: 25" Handle Drop: 3" OVERALL NEW CONDITION ( 10/10 o...

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21st Century and Contemporary Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Metallic Gold Lambskin 19 Wallet On Chain WOC
Chanel Metallic Gold Lambskin 19 Wallet On Chain WOC

Chanel Metallic Gold Lambskin 19 Wallet On Chain WOC

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

refined bag features a Chanel CC embellishment on the flap and a leather threaded aged gold, silver, and

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2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Chanel Gold Quilted Leather Large 19 Flap Bag
Chanel Gold Quilted Leather Large 19 Flap Bag

Chanel Gold Quilted Leather Large 19 Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

The house of Chanel offers this beautiful 19 flap bag in gold to help you create timeless style

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Chanel Gold Quilted Leather Large 19 Flap Bag
Chanel Gold Quilted Leather Large 19 Flap Bag

Chanel Gold Quilted Leather Large 19 Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

The house of Chanel offers this beautiful 19 flap bag in gold to help you create timeless style

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21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags

Chanel Metallic Gold Quilted Leather Small 19 Flap Bag
Chanel Metallic Gold Quilted Leather Small 19 Flap Bag

Chanel Metallic Gold Quilted Leather Small 19 Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

With flawless craftsmanship, immense style quotient, and an air of elegance, this Chanel bag has it

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Black Quilted Leather 19 Shopper Tote
Chanel Black Quilted Leather 19 Shopper Tote

Chanel Black Quilted Leather 19 Shopper Tote

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Chanel Black Quilted Leather 19 Shopper Tote

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

, it features the iconic Chanel 19 closure in gold-tone hardware. Spacious and versatile, this tote is

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2010s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Black Quilted Leather 19 Shopper Tote
Chanel Black Quilted Leather 19 Shopper Tote

Chanel Black Quilted Leather 19 Shopper Tote

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Chanel Black Quilted Leather 19 Shopper Tote

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

, it features the iconic Chanel 19 closure in gold-tone hardware. Spacious and versatile, this tote is

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2010s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Light Blue Sequin Quilted Medium 19 Flap
Chanel Light Blue Sequin Quilted Medium 19 Flap

Chanel Light Blue Sequin Quilted Medium 19 Flap

By Chanel

Located in Montreal, Quebec

leather threaded aged gold Chanel 19 CC turn lock on the front flap. This opens to a light blue fabric

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoulder Bags

Stunning Chanel 19 shoulder bag in Pink quilted leather , Matt gold and SHW
Stunning Chanel 19 shoulder bag in Pink quilted leather , Matt gold and SHW

Stunning Chanel 19 shoulder bag in Pink quilted leather , Matt gold and SHW

By Chanel

Located in Paris, IDF

Stunning​ ​Chanel​ ​19​ ​shoulder​ ​flap​ ​bag​ ​in​ ​Pink​ ​quilted​ ​leather​ ​,​ ​trim​ ​in

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

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Chanel 19 Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of chanel 19 gold you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using 18k Gold, Gold and White Gold. You can easily find a 35 antique edition and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect item from our selection of chanel 19 gold may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of chanel 19 gold over the years, but those made by Chanel and Karl Lagerfeld are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An object in our assortment of chanel 19 gold can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 1, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. When shopping for an option in this array of chanel 19 gold, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Chanel 19 Gold?

The price for a piece of chanel 19 gold starts at $262 and tops out at $9,500 with these earrings, on average, selling for $697.

Chanel for sale on 1stDibs

In the years following the opening of her modest millinery shop, Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel became a pivotal designer of both fashionable casual wear and Paris haute couture as well as an icon and arbiter of 20th-century style with her bob haircut and pearls. Today vintage Chanel handbags, jackets and evening dresses are among the most sought-after clothing and accessories for fashion lovers all over the world.

The first Chanel shop was established in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon by the young milliner Gabrielle Chanel (1883–1971), who had picked up the nickname “Coco” while working as a club singer. The boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Soon she added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style — traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric.

Effortless and elegant, Chanel's designs promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. She followed this success with a couture house, opened in 1915 in Biarritz.

But Chanel was not born into a life of glamour. Following the death of her mother, her father left her in an orphanage where she lived until the age of 18. It was there that she learned to sew as well as appreciate the classic pairing of black and white as worn by the nuns.

In 1926, Chanel introduced her first little black dress, reclaiming a color that had once been reserved for mourning and working-class women. That same decade, she debuted her perfume, Chanel No. 5, as well as the Chanel suit with a fitted skirt, inspired by the boxy lines of men’s clothing and employing a sporty tweed. 

Chanel closed her fashion operations during World War II, then returned to the industry in 1954 to design for the functional needs of modern women.

Structure and wearability endured in all of Chanel’s clothing and accessories, like the quilted leather 2.55 handbag — a 1955 update of a 1920s-era design — with its gold-chain shoulder strap that freed up a woman’s hands. The 1957 two-tone slingback pumps had a practical heel height while offering a bold statement in the black tip of the shoes. Her collarless jacket reacted against the constricting styles of Christian Dior's New Look, replacing them with a design that was timeless, an instant classic. 

After Coco Chanel died in 1971, the brand underwent several changes in leadership, including fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld, who took over as artistic director in 1983. His collections for Chanel displayed his knack for synthesizing old and new, high and low. Lagerfeld revived Chanel ballet flats and thoroughly embraced the classic logo's interlocking CCs, which took the form of a clasp featured on so many of the rare Chanel bags that are much sought after today.

Vintage Karl Lagerfeld designs for Chanel dresses, coats and other clothing of the 1980s, '90s and 2000s riffed on its iconography, accenting a lexicon of Chanel-isms with tastes of the moment. And as the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers, vintage Chanel bags of the 1990s are among the most prized of the brand’s offerings.

Over the years, the company has continued to innovate, such as expanding into ready-to-wear fashion in 1978 and, in 2002, establishing a subsidiary company — Paraffection — dedicated to preserving the heritage skills of fashion artisan workshops. The House of Chanel still operates its flagship on rue Cambon in Paris, where it all began.

Browse vintage Chanel bags, evening dresses, shoes, jewelry and other clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Handbags-purses-bags for You

An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.

Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.

“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bagBirkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”

First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.

They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”

From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.