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Chanel Precision

CHANEL Spring 2015 Legendary Black Tweed Jacket 34 FR
CHANEL Spring 2015 Legendary Black Tweed Jacket 34 FR

CHANEL Spring 2015 Legendary Black Tweed Jacket 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

silhouette with Chanel precision — CC Buttons · Seals · Talisman Hardware — • CC logo buttons at the cuffs

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2010s Jackets

CHANEL CC Buttons Shimmer Lesage Tweed Jacket 38 FR
CHANEL CC Buttons Shimmer Lesage Tweed Jacket 38 FR

CHANEL CC Buttons Shimmer Lesage Tweed Jacket 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

, disciplined, quietly commanding — It belongs to Chanel’s language of precision glamour, where shimmer is

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2010s Jackets

CHANEL New 2022 Runway Black Tweed Jacket 34 FR
CHANEL New 2022 Runway Black Tweed Jacket 34 FR

CHANEL New 2022 Runway Black Tweed Jacket 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Timeless Little Black Jacket Runway of the 2022 Métiers d’Art Collection by Virginie Viard

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2010s Jackets

CHANEL Extremely Rare CC Logo Penguin Boucle Hoodie 42 FR
CHANEL Extremely Rare CC Logo Penguin Boucle Hoodie 42 FR

CHANEL Extremely Rare CC Logo Penguin Boucle Hoodie 42 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

through the precision of Chanel’s knit ateliers • The sleeve bears the iconic CC logo, while the hood is

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Early 2000s Pullovers

CHANEL 2022 New Timeless Little Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR
CHANEL 2022 New Timeless Little Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR

CHANEL 2022 New Timeless Little Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Timeless Little Black Jacket – Runway of the 2022 Métiers d’Art Collection by Virginie

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2010s Jackets

CHANEL 2020 Iconic Ad Campaign Black Leather Jacket 50 FR
CHANEL 2020 Iconic Ad Campaign Black Leather Jacket 50 FR

CHANEL 2020 Iconic Ad Campaign Black Leather Jacket 50 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Iconic Ad Campaign Black Leather Jacket with CC Buttons — Spring 2020 “PARIS ROOFTOPS

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2010s Jackets

CHANEL 12K$ Rare Paris / EDINBURGH Runway Tweed Jacket 34 FR
CHANEL 12K$ Rare Paris / EDINBURGH Runway Tweed Jacket 34 FR

CHANEL 12K$ Rare Paris / EDINBURGH Runway Tweed Jacket 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

legend rewritten in Lesage threads, where brutal beauty meets the metaphysical precision of Chanel ~ A

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2010s Jackets

CHANEL CC Turnocks Cashmere Dress and Scarf Ensemble 36 FR
CHANEL CC Turnocks Cashmere Dress and Scarf Ensemble 36 FR

CHANEL CC Turnocks Cashmere Dress and Scarf Ensemble 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

pockets — miniature monuments of Chanel’s architectural precision — while the scarf, adorned with a CC

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2010s Casual Dresses

Chanel Blue Tweed Quilted Small Classic Flap Bag
Chanel Blue Tweed Quilted Small Classic Flap Bag

Chanel Blue Tweed Quilted Small Classic Flap Bag

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Introducing the Chanel Blue Tweed Quilted Small Classic Flap Bag, a masterpiece of fashion that

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Chanel 1999 cruise collection 99с denim jacket
Chanel 1999 cruise collection 99с denim jacket

Chanel 1999 cruise collection 99с denim jacket

By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Алматинский Почтамт, KZ

denim, the structure exudes the sharp, polished precision synonymous with Chanel. The silhouette of the

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1990s French Jackets

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Chanel Black Quilted Leather Vintage Duma Backpack
Chanel Black Quilted Leather Vintage Duma Backpack

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Vintage Duma Backpack

Unavailable

H 8.67 in W 3.94 in L 8.67 in

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Vintage Duma Backpack

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Elevate your style with this Chanel backpack. Crafted with precision and passion, this chic

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1990s French Backpacks

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Vintage Duma Backpack
Chanel Black Quilted Leather Vintage Duma Backpack

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Vintage Duma Backpack

Unavailable

H 8.67 in W 3.94 in L 8.67 in

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Vintage Duma Backpack

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Elevate your style with this Chanel backpack. Crafted with precision and passion, this chic

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1990s Italian Backpacks

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Vintage Duma Backpack
Chanel Black Quilted Leather Vintage Duma Backpack

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Vintage Duma Backpack

Unavailable

H 8.67 in W 3.94 in L 8.67 in

Chanel Black Quilted Leather Vintage Duma Backpack

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Elevate your style with this Chanel backpack. Crafted with precision and passion, this chic

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1990s French Backpacks

CHANEL Iconic CC Turnlock Beige Cardigan 34 FR
CHANEL Iconic CC Turnlock Beige Cardigan 34 FR

CHANEL Iconic CC Turnlock Beige Cardigan 34 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

— it is Chanel’s meditation on balance, precision, and quiet self-possession ~ A piece for those who

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2010s Cardigans

CHANEL 2022 New Timeless Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR
CHANEL 2022 New Timeless Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR

CHANEL 2022 New Timeless Black Tweed Jacket 38 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL Timeless Little Black Jacket ~ Runway of the 2022 Métiers d’Art Collection by Virginie Viard

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2010s Jackets

Chanel Iconic Paris / Hamburg Maritime Tweed Jacket 40 FR
Chanel Iconic Paris / Hamburg Maritime Tweed Jacket 40 FR

Chanel Iconic Paris / Hamburg Maritime Tweed Jacket 40 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

collector’s treasure uniting maritime precision with Chanel’s enduring emblem of grace // Size mark 40 FR

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2010s Jackets

Chanel Beige Jacket with CC Wheelbarrow Buttons 44 FR
Chanel Beige Jacket with CC Wheelbarrow Buttons 44 FR

Chanel Beige Jacket with CC Wheelbarrow Buttons 44 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

~ An ode to pastoral clarity through the lens of Parisian precision — this Chanel jacket from the

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2010s Jackets

CHANEL 11K$ Tweed Coat with CC Logo Belt 40 FR
CHANEL 11K$ Tweed Coat with CC Logo Belt 40 FR

CHANEL 11K$ Tweed Coat with CC Logo Belt 40 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

CHANEL · Collectible Black & Navy Tweed Coat with CC Logo Belt Runway Edition · by Karl Lagerfeld

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2010s Jackets

CHANEL CC Turnocks Cashmere Dress and Scarf Ensemble 36 FR
CHANEL CC Turnocks Cashmere Dress and Scarf Ensemble 36 FR

CHANEL CC Turnocks Cashmere Dress and Scarf Ensemble 36 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

pockets — miniature monuments of Chanel’s architectural precision — while the scarf, adorned with a CC

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2010s Casual Dresses

Chanel 2000 Couture Tweed Coat with CC Cube Buttons 42 FR
Chanel 2000 Couture Tweed Coat with CC Cube Buttons 42 FR

Chanel 2000 Couture Tweed Coat with CC Cube Buttons 42 FR

By Chanel

Located in Hong Kong, HK

and meticulous pocket detailing affirm Chanel’s timeless architectural precision — accented by row of

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2010s Jackets

CHANEL Premiere Quartz Watch
CHANEL Premiere Quartz Watch

CHANEL Premiere Quartz Watch

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

CHANEL's iconic elegance. The precision of quartz movement ensures accurate timekeeping, while the classic

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Black & White Plastic CC Logo Stud Earrings
Chanel Black & White Plastic CC Logo Stud Earrings

Chanel Black & White Plastic CC Logo Stud Earrings

By Chanel

Located in PUTNEY, NSW

: At the heart of each earring is the classic Chanel CC logo, crafted with precision to capture the

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2010s European Contemporary Stud Earrings

Chanel Evening 1999
Chanel Evening 1999

Chanel Evening 1999

By Chanel

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine and rare vintage Chanel evening cocktail gown. Segmented precision seam boiled wool item

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1990s French Evening Dresses

1980s CHANEL 'Military' Skirt Suit
1980s CHANEL 'Military' Skirt Suit

1980s CHANEL 'Military' Skirt Suit

By Chanel

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Fine & rare vintage Chanel 'military' skirt suit. Sculpted precision seam jacket features ribbon

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1980s French Skirt Suits

Chanel Black Alpaca & Wool Sheath Dress L
Chanel Black Alpaca & Wool Sheath Dress L

Chanel Black Alpaca & Wool Sheath Dress L

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Crafted with precision, the Chanel dress exudes timeless refinement. Its sleek silhouette

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2010s Italian Casual Dresses

Chanel Grey/Black Leather Pumps Size 38.5
Chanel Grey/Black Leather Pumps Size 38.5

Chanel Grey/Black Leather Pumps Size 38.5

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Crafted with exquisite precision the Chanel pumps exude timeless allure. The sleek grey leather

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2010s Heels

Chanel Off White Lozenge Knit Cropped Shirt S
Chanel Off White Lozenge Knit Cropped Shirt S

Chanel Off White Lozenge Knit Cropped Shirt S

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Crafted with precision this Chanel cropped shirt blends luxury and functionality effortlessly

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2010s Crop Tops

Chanel Multicolor Striped Tweed Single Breasted Blazer M
Chanel Multicolor Striped Tweed Single Breasted Blazer M

Chanel Multicolor Striped Tweed Single Breasted Blazer M

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Immerse in the chic allure of the Chanel blazer. Crafted with meticulous precision, its vibrant

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2010s Italian Blazers

Chanel White Quilted Canvas Coco Cuba O-Case Clutch
Chanel White Quilted Canvas Coco Cuba O-Case Clutch

Chanel White Quilted Canvas Coco Cuba O-Case Clutch

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Crafted with exquisite precision this timeless Chanel clutch combines luxury with practicality

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2010s Clutches

Chanel White Quilted Canvas Coco Cuba O-Case Clutch
Chanel White Quilted Canvas Coco Cuba O-Case Clutch

Chanel White Quilted Canvas Coco Cuba O-Case Clutch

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Crafted with exquisite precision this timeless Chanel clutch combines luxury with practicality

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21st Century and Contemporary Clutches

J12 Chanel Black Highly Resistant Ceramic and Steel Watch
J12 Chanel Black Highly Resistant Ceramic and Steel Watch

J12 Chanel Black Highly Resistant Ceramic and Steel Watch

By Chanel

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Brand: Chanel High Precision Quartz Movement Black Ceramic & Steel Fixed Bezel Set Case Dimensions

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Chanel Black Satin Interlocking CC Logo Pumps Size 37.5
Chanel Black Satin Interlocking CC Logo Pumps Size 37.5

Chanel Black Satin Interlocking CC Logo Pumps Size 37.5

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Crafted with exquisite precision, the Chanel CC pumps exude timeless allure. The sleek black satin

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2010s Heels

Chanel Black Satin Interlocking CC Logo Pumps Size 37.5
Chanel Black Satin Interlocking CC Logo Pumps Size 37.5

Chanel Black Satin Interlocking CC Logo Pumps Size 37.5

By Chanel

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Crafted with exquisite precision, the Chanel CC pumps exude timeless allure. The sleek black satin

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2010s Heels

Chanel Sculpted Leather Bustier 1980s
Chanel Sculpted Leather Bustier 1980s

Chanel Sculpted Leather Bustier 1980s

By Chanel

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine and rare vintage Chanel leather bustier. Precision seamed dark brown polished leather item

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1980s French Blouses

Rare Chanel Premiere Mini White Ceramic Watch With Diamonds 1.49 Carats 18K Gold
Rare Chanel Premiere Mini White Ceramic Watch With Diamonds 1.49 Carats 18K Gold

Rare Chanel Premiere Mini White Ceramic Watch With Diamonds 1.49 Carats 18K Gold

By Chanel

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Brand: Chanel Original Box Included High Precision Quartz Movement White Ceramic Case Dimensions

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rare Chanel Premiere Mini Black Ceramic Watch With Diamonds 1.49 Carats 18K Gold
Rare Chanel Premiere Mini Black Ceramic Watch With Diamonds 1.49 Carats 18K Gold

Rare Chanel Premiere Mini Black Ceramic Watch With Diamonds 1.49 Carats 18K Gold

By Chanel

Located in Las Vegas, NV

Brand: Chanel Original Box Included High Precision Quartz Movement Black Ceramic Case Diameter

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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By Chanel

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Chanel Precision For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact chanel precision you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and rose gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a chanel precision 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. A chanel precision from Chanel, Pomellato and David Webb — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A chanel precision of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 21, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. Most of our chanel precision for sale are for women, but there are 23 pieces available to browse for men.

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The price for a chanel precision starts at $599 and tops out at $75,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $5,875.

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.