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Chanel Gold Plated Knot Bracelet
Chanel Gold Plated Knot Bracelet

Chanel Gold Plated Knot Bracelet

By Chanel

Located in Glasgow, GB

Gold plated knot bracelet from Chanel. 24ct gold plated chain with braided style knots and dangling interlocking 'CC' charm.

Category

1990s Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate

CHANEL black leather 2011 CHIC KNOT Shoulder Bag
CHANEL black leather 2011 CHIC KNOT Shoulder Bag

CHANEL black leather 2011 CHIC KNOT Shoulder Bag

By Chanel

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Chanel Chic Knot clutch in black lambskin leather intricately interwoven with knotted straps creating a richly textured, quilted effect.

Category

2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Logo Knot Dangle‎ Clip On Earrings
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Logo Knot Dangle‎ Clip On Earrings

CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Logo Knot Dangle‎ Clip On Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Bellevue, WA

DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated 1993 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre...

Category

Antique 19th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold

CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Infinity Knot Dangle Clip On Earrings
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Infinity Knot Dangle Clip On Earrings

CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Infinity Knot Dangle Clip On Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Bellevue, WA

DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold plated Measurements approx.: 1.25" width, 2.25" height The earrings are in very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with a...

Category

Antique 19th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

Chanel Vintage Iconic Large Gold Circle Coco Cross Knot Hoop Drop Earrings
Chanel Vintage Iconic Large Gold Circle Coco Cross Knot Hoop Drop Earrings

Chanel Vintage Iconic Large Gold Circle Coco Cross Knot Hoop Drop Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 1970s Unisex Large Classic Iconic Round Circle Logo Coco CC Cross Knot Bow Twist Drop Hoop Dangle Drop Clip On Earrings, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Ge...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Very Rare Light Gold Knot Braid Multi Chain Super Long Necklace
Chanel Very Rare Light Gold Knot Braid Multi Chain Super Long Necklace

Chanel Very Rare Light Gold Knot Braid Multi Chain Super Long Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Pasadena, CA

Chanel Rare Light Gold Knot Braid Multi Chain Super Long Necklace *Marked 09 *Made in France *Comes with the Chanel box -It is approximately 49" long -It is very classic and beauti...

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Early 2000s French Artisan Choker Necklaces

Chanel Twisted Iconic Chain Braided Knotted Black Gold Lambskin Leather Clutch
Chanel Twisted Iconic Chain Braided Knotted Black Gold Lambskin Leather Clutch

Chanel Twisted Iconic Chain Braided Knotted Black Gold Lambskin Leather Clutch

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Medium Chanel sized soft lambskin leather clutch with magnetic closure and four interior compartments. Year: 2008 { Vintage 16 Years} Black leather Gold hardware Braided interwoven...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Clutches

Chanel Vintage 1970s Large Ribbon Festive Knot Bow Gift Present Chunky Brooch
Chanel Vintage 1970s Large Ribbon Festive Knot Bow Gift Present Chunky Brooch

Chanel Vintage 1970s Large Ribbon Festive Knot Bow Gift Present Chunky Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 1970s Large Knot Bow Gift Present Ribbon Festive Chunky Statement Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Vintage 1970s Rare Gold Openwork Circle Ribbon Knot Logo CC Coco Earrings
Chanel Vintage 1970s Rare Gold Openwork Circle Ribbon Knot Logo CC Coco Earrings

Chanel Vintage 1970s Rare Gold Openwork Circle Ribbon Knot Logo CC Coco Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 1970s Textured Openwork Circle Round Ribbon Knot Whole Logo CC Coco Modernist Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Vintage 1993 Unisex Rare Large Knot Bow Circle Medallion CC Long Necklace
Chanel Vintage 1993 Unisex Rare Large Knot Bow Circle Medallion CC Long Necklace

Chanel Vintage 1993 Unisex Rare Large Knot Bow Circle Medallion CC Long Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 1993 Unisex Classic Iconic Logo CC Coco Circle Round Knot Bow Openwork Medallion Charm Pendant Elegant Modernist Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent cond...

Category

1990s French Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

24k Gold, Gold Plate

Chanel Vintage Rare Gold Beret Hat Cap Knot Bow Ribbon Statement Elegant Brooch
Chanel Vintage Rare Gold Beret Hat Cap Knot Bow Ribbon Statement Elegant Brooch

Chanel Vintage Rare Gold Beret Hat Cap Knot Bow Ribbon Statement Elegant Brooch

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 1970s Textured Beret Hat Cap Knot Bow Ribbon Festive Chunky Statement Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very good condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel 1980's Gold Plated Gilt Metal Chain Knot Necklace With Faux Nacre Pearls
Chanel 1980's Gold Plated Gilt Metal Chain Knot Necklace With Faux Nacre Pearls

Chanel 1980's Gold Plated Gilt Metal Chain Knot Necklace With Faux Nacre Pearls

By Chanel

Located in North Miami, FL

This classic and forever Chanel long necklace has knots in a darker gold plated gilt metal with a lighter gold plated gilt metal link interspersed with gold tone love knot stations i...

Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Rope Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gilt Metal, Gold

Chanel 2008 Iconic Twisted Silver Chain Knotted Lambskin Gala Evening Clutch Bag
Chanel 2008 Iconic Twisted Silver Chain Knotted Lambskin Gala Evening Clutch Bag

Chanel 2008 Iconic Twisted Silver Chain Knotted Lambskin Gala Evening Clutch Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Medium Chanel sized soft lambskin leather clutch with magnetic closure and four interior compartments. Year: 2008 { Vintage16 Years} Black leather Silver hardware Braided interwove...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Clutches

Chanel 2008 Gold Twisted Iconic Chain Braided Knotted Rare Black Lambskin Clutch
Chanel 2008 Gold Twisted Iconic Chain Braided Knotted Rare Black Lambskin Clutch

Chanel 2008 Gold Twisted Iconic Chain Braided Knotted Rare Black Lambskin Clutch

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Medium Chanel sized soft lambskin leather clutch with magnetic closure and four interior compartments. Year: 2008 { Vintage 16 Years} Black leather Gold hardware Braided interwoven...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Clutches

Chanel Byzatine Knot Link Maison Goossens Bracelet
Chanel Byzatine Knot Link Maison Goossens Bracelet

Chanel Byzatine Knot Link Maison Goossens Bracelet

By Robert Goossens for Chanel

Located in Riverdale, NY

Rare Coco Chanel Byzantine knot bracelet composed of seven twisted multiwire links bound with gem set pate de verre faux emerald and ruby bullet cabochons.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Byzantine Link Bracelets

Materials

Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze

Vintage Chanel 1990s Gold Twisted Rope Knot Clip-On Earrings, Made in France
Vintage Chanel 1990s Gold Twisted Rope Knot Clip-On Earrings, Made in France

Vintage Chanel 1990s Gold Twisted Rope Knot Clip-On Earrings, Made in France

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in San Diego, CA

Designed in a bold interlocking knot motif, these statement earrings are composed of gold-tone twisted rope loops—evoking both nautical and sculptural influences that defined Chanel’...

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1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Chanel Purple Satin Shoes
Chanel Purple Satin Shoes

Chanel Purple Satin Shoes

$528Sale Price|29% Off

Chanel Purple Satin Shoes

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Vintage 90s Chanel purple satin shoes with knot. - Made in Italy

Category

1990s Italian Low Heels

Chanel 90'S Snake Chain Brooch
Chanel 90'S Snake Chain Brooch

Chanel 90'S Snake Chain Brooch

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel gold-tone knotted snake chain brooch features a large, coiled or twisted design made of a textured "snake chain" metal with interlocking CC logo at the center.

Category

1990s French Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Poured Glass Graduated Pearls
Chanel Poured Glass Graduated Pearls

Chanel Poured Glass Graduated Pearls

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel's 3 strand hand knotted faux pearl necklace with Gripoix's poured glass clasp of interlocking "CC"s in gilt bronze and pate de verre.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal, Bronze

Chanel 2004 Vintage Black Lambskin Chain Embellished Punk Edgy Clutch Flap Bag
Chanel 2004 Vintage Black Lambskin Chain Embellished Punk Edgy Clutch Flap Bag

Chanel 2004 Vintage Black Lambskin Chain Embellished Punk Edgy Clutch Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Vintage Black Lambskin Chain-Embellished Clutch Flap Bag Year: 2003-2004 {Vintage 20 Years} Gold hardware Dual gathered shoulder strap with knot accent Chanel embellished ch...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Large Chanel Pearls
Large Chanel Pearls

Large Chanel Pearls

By Maison Gripoix for Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Large oval faux pearl necklace, Chanel Paris. Beautiful quality, hand made by Gripoix, hand knotted with Chanel hang tag. 1980s France.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Large Costume Extra-Long Hand-Knotted Chanel-Like Pearl Necklace
Large Costume Extra-Long Hand-Knotted Chanel-Like Pearl Necklace

Large Costume Extra-Long Hand-Knotted Chanel-Like Pearl Necklace

Located in New York, NY

This wonderfully extra-long hand-knotted elegant Chanel-like costume pearl necklace measures 71 inches in length.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Baroque Beaded Necklaces

Custom Made Chanel Tweed Fabric Autumnal-Toned Turban w Feathers & Fringed Knots
Custom Made Chanel Tweed Fabric Autumnal-Toned Turban w Feathers & Fringed Knots

Custom Made Chanel Tweed Fabric Autumnal-Toned Turban w Feathers & Fringed Knots

By Suzanne Couture Millinery

Located in Gresham, OR

Custom Made Chanel Wool & Gold Lurex Flecked Tweed Fabric Autumnal-Toned Turban w Feathers & Fringed Knot "Berry" Trim: Suzanne Couture Millinery fashioned this exquisite padded and ...

Category

Early 2000s American Hats

Maison Gripoix for Chanel Ruby and Pearl Byzantine Necklace
Maison Gripoix for Chanel Ruby and Pearl Byzantine Necklace

Maison Gripoix for Chanel Ruby and Pearl Byzantine Necklace

By Maison Gripoix for Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Karl Lagerfeld and Maison Gripoix for Chanel hand knotted faux baroque pearl, gilt bronze filigree square byzantine pendant with Gripoix glass poured enamel ruby cabocheon.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Byzantine Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

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Chanel 8 Knots Tote
Chanel 8 Knots Tote

Chanel 8 Knots Tote

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H 13 in W 16.5 in

Chanel 8 Knots Tote

By Chanel

Located in Roslyn, NY

Brown leather Chanel 8 Knots tote with ruthenium hardware, dual flat handles, single exterior pocket with Mademoiselle turn-lock closure, tonal canvas lining, three interior pockets;...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Chanel Vintage Camera Knot Bag in Beige
Chanel Vintage Camera Knot Bag in Beige

Chanel Vintage Camera Knot Bag in Beige

By Chanel

Located in Westmount, Quebec

Chanel camera shaped cross body bag. Features knotted front pouch and gold CC logo charm.

Category

20th Century Italian Shoulder Bags

Chanel Printed Canvas Pump with Knotted Strap and Tie Ankle Straps
Chanel Printed Canvas Pump with Knotted Strap and Tie Ankle Straps

Chanel Printed Canvas Pump with Knotted Strap and Tie Ankle Straps

By Chanel

Located in Henrico, VA

Printed canvas . Black patent leather rounded toe. Leather tie around ankle straps. Upper knotted bow embellishment.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Heels

Chanel Black & Silver Tone Lambskin Leather Reissue "8 Knots" Hobo Bag
Chanel Black & Silver Tone Lambskin Leather Reissue "8 Knots" Hobo Bag

Chanel Black & Silver Tone Lambskin Leather Reissue "8 Knots" Hobo Bag

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

The "8 Knots" reissue bag features a supple lambskin construction, a quilt-stitched shoulder strap, quilted front pocket with a "Mademoiselle" clasp, a top zip closure, and a footed ...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Hobo Bags

Chanel Baroque Simulated Pearl Flapper Necklace
Chanel Baroque Simulated Pearl Flapper Necklace

Chanel Baroque Simulated Pearl Flapper Necklace

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel hand-knotted faux-baroque-pearl flapper necklace.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

CHANEL Knot Necklace Circa 1981
CHANEL Knot Necklace Circa 1981

CHANEL Knot Necklace Circa 1981

Located in Austin, TX

CHANEL gold tone metal "rope knot" necklace. Circa 1981. 18 "long.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Chain Bracelets

Chanel Black & White Pearl Necklace
Chanel Black & White Pearl Necklace

Chanel Black & White Pearl Necklace

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Product details: Black and white pearl necklace by Chanel. Knot accent at front. Lobster claw closure at back featuring CC embellishments. 25.5" length.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Hot Pink Black CC Peter Pan Collar Tweed Jacket
Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Hot Pink Black CC Peter Pan Collar Tweed Jacket

Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Hot Pink Black CC Peter Pan Collar Tweed Jacket

By Chanel

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Crafted in a vibrant pink tweed with contrasting black accents, the jacket features a classic Peter Pan collar, four flap pockets, and iconic Chanel knot buttons, making it an instan...

Category

1980s French Jackets

Chanel Gold Rope Knot CC Earrings
Chanel Gold Rope Knot CC Earrings

Chanel Gold Rope Knot CC Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

These authentic Chanel Gold Rope Knot Earrings are in excellent condition from the Spring 1995 collection.

Category

1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Chanel Black Lambskin Eight Knots Tote
Chanel Black Lambskin Eight Knots Tote

Chanel Black Lambskin Eight Knots Tote

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H 14.5 in W 14 in D 3 in

Chanel Black Lambskin Eight Knots Tote

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This authentic Chanel Black Lambskin Eight Knots Tote is in pristine condition.

Category

Early 2000s French Tote Bags

Chanel Two Knot Pearl Necklace, 1980s
Chanel Two Knot Pearl Necklace, 1980s

Chanel Two Knot Pearl Necklace, 1980s

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Necklace composed of two knot assembled rows of costume pearls, a pendant a golden metal fastener, and glass paste.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Chanel Pearl Belt Assembled with Knots, 1994
Chanel Pearl Belt Assembled with Knots, 1994

Chanel Pearl Belt Assembled with Knots, 1994

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Pearl belt assembled with knots. 1994 Fall-Winter Collection.

Category

20th Century French Belts

Chanel Pearl and Crystal Gold Knot Earrings
Chanel Pearl and Crystal Gold Knot Earrings

Chanel Pearl and Crystal Gold Knot Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Palm Beach, FL

These authentic Chanel Pearl and Crystal Gold Knot Earrings are in very good condition from the Spring 1993 collection.

Category

1990s French Clip-on Earrings

Chanel Long Pearl & Gold knot Necklace, Spring 1993
Chanel Long Pearl & Gold knot Necklace, Spring 1993

Chanel Long Pearl & Gold knot Necklace, Spring 1993

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W 1.88 in D 0.38 in L 36.25 in

Chanel Long Pearl & Gold knot Necklace, Spring 1993

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

A lovely necklace of Chanel's iconic long strand of faux pearls interspersed with six gold loop accents. Total length of 36.25 inches. Pearl beads are glass center and measure about ...

Category

1990s French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

Chanel Tie Necklace with Knot Assembled Costume Pearls, 1983
Chanel Tie Necklace with Knot Assembled Costume Pearls, 1983

Chanel Tie Necklace with Knot Assembled Costume Pearls, 1983

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Tie necklace with knot assembled costume pearls.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Chanel Lambskin Jumbo Canebiers Net Knots Flap White, 2011
Chanel Lambskin Jumbo Canebiers Net Knots Flap White, 2011

Chanel Lambskin Jumbo Canebiers Net Knots Flap White, 2011

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Chanel Lambskin Jumbo Canebiers Net Knots Flap White, 2011 These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags.

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel Brown Leather Sticth Mademoiselle 8 Knots Tote Bag
Chanel Brown Leather Sticth Mademoiselle 8 Knots Tote Bag

Chanel Brown Leather Sticth Mademoiselle 8 Knots Tote Bag

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Chanel 'Eight Knots' tote bag in brown color from the 2006-2007 collection.

Category

Early 2000s Italian Tote Bags

Chanel Black Lambskin Quilted Knot Braided Charm Tote s28c11
Chanel Black Lambskin Quilted Knot Braided Charm Tote s28c11

Chanel Black Lambskin Quilted Knot Braided Charm Tote s28c11

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Chanel Black Lambskin Quilted Knot Braided Charm Tote s28c11 Date Code/Serial Number: 12563441 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 18.5" Width: 3" Height: 12.5" Shoulder Handle D...

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Chanel Black Wool Knitted Sweater with Multi Colours Knots Detail
Chanel Black Wool Knitted Sweater with Multi Colours Knots Detail

Chanel Black Wool Knitted Sweater with Multi Colours Knots Detail

By Chanel

Located in Sheung Wan, HK

- Chanel black wool knitted sweater with knots details from 2007 A/W collection

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Pullovers

1990s CHANEL Size 10 Navy Wool Gold Knot Button Jacket
1990s CHANEL Size 10 Navy Wool Gold Knot Button Jacket

1990s CHANEL Size 10 Navy Wool Gold Knot Button Jacket

By Chanel

Located in San Francisco, CA

This lovely vintage 1990's CHANEL jacket comes in light weight navy blue wool twill and features a classic lapel, four button closure with navy and gold woven knot buttons, seam deta...

Category

1990s Single-Breasted Jackets

Chanel Black Leather and Patent Pump w/ Rope Knot Heel - 40.5
Chanel Black Leather and Patent Pump w/ Rope Knot Heel - 40.5

Chanel Black Leather and Patent Pump w/ Rope Knot Heel - 40.5

By Chanel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Chanel Black Leather and Patent Pump w/ Rope Heel - 40.5 These spectacular and classy shoes are a distressed leather look with a patent toe, silver cc detail and a rope knot heel.

Category

2010s Italian Shoes

Chanel Vintage 1970s Large Logo Circle Coco CC Cross Knot Hoop Drop Earrings
Chanel Vintage 1970s Large Logo Circle Coco CC Cross Knot Hoop Drop Earrings

Chanel Vintage 1970s Large Logo Circle Coco CC Cross Knot Hoop Drop Earrings

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 1970s Unisex Large Classic Iconic Round Circle Logo Coco CC Cross Knot Bow Twist Drop Hoop Dangle Drop Clip On Earrings, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Ge...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Istanbul Flap Bag 2011 Medium Leather and Knot Chain Redyed Black
Chanel Istanbul Flap Bag 2011 Medium Leather and Knot Chain Redyed Black

Chanel Istanbul Flap Bag 2011 Medium Leather and Knot Chain Redyed Black

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Chanel Istanbul Flap Bag 2011 Medium Leather and Knot Chain Redyed Black These are professional photos of the actual bag.

Category

2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

Chanel Istanbul Flap Bag 2011 Medium Leather and Knot Chain Redyed Black
Chanel Istanbul Flap Bag 2011 Medium Leather and Knot Chain Redyed Black

Chanel Istanbul Flap Bag 2011 Medium Leather and Knot Chain Redyed Black

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Chanel Istanbul Flap Bag 2011 Medium Leather and Knot Chain Redyed Black These are professional photos of the actual bag.

Category

2010s French Structured Shoulder Bags

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Chanel Knot For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary chanel knot you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Black is a pretty popular color, but we also have Brown, Beige, Blue and more in stock now. If you’re looking for a chanel knot from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Chanel, Robert Goossens for Chanel and Bottega Veneta are consistently popular. Finding a chanel knot for sale for women should be easy, but there are 11 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Chanel Knot?

On average, a chanel knot on 1stDibs sells for $1,344, while they’re typically $475 on the low end and $7,300 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.