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Chanel Quilted Cc Chain Necklace

1990s Chanel quilted CC pendant chain necklace
1990s Chanel quilted CC pendant chain necklace

1990s Chanel quilted CC pendant chain necklace

By Chanel

Located in Milano, Lombardia

A sublime example of Karl Lagerfeld’s mastery of brand codes, this vintage Chanel pendant necklace from the 1990s is a true statement of Parisian luxury.

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1990s Chain Necklaces

1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Quilted CC Chain Necklace Small
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Quilted CC Chain Necklace Small

1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Quilted CC Chain Necklace Small

By Chanel

Located in Bangkok, TH

This 1980s vintage CHANEL chain necklace is crafted of gold toned chain featuring an iconic gold toned quilted CC charm.

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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

CHANEL Vintage Quilted CC Pendant and Chain
CHANEL Vintage Quilted CC Pendant and Chain

CHANEL Vintage Quilted CC Pendant and Chain

By Chanel

Located in Honolulu, HI

Specifications: Designer: CHANEL Total Weight: 140 Grams Pendant CC Measurements: ~2.25" x 1.9" Chain Length: ~30" with bail ​ ​Stamped: "CHANEL "Made in France" Condition: Preo...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Vintage CHANEL Quilted Cut Out Plate Double Chain Necklace
Vintage CHANEL Quilted Cut Out Plate Double Chain Necklace

Vintage CHANEL Quilted Cut Out Plate Double Chain Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage CHANEL Quilted Cut Out Plate Double Chain Necklace Measurements: Height: 1 inch (2.5 cm) Width: 4.13 inch (10.5 cm) Wearable : 16.53 inches (42 cm) Features: - 100% Authent...

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20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Oversized Gold Quilted Maltese CC Chain Pendant Necklace
Chanel Oversized Gold Quilted Maltese CC Chain Pendant Necklace

Chanel Oversized Gold Quilted Maltese CC Chain Pendant Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Bellevue, WA

DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: chain length 32" long Comes with box IMPORTANT INFO...

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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Gold

CHANEL necklace/belt bijoux, 24 k gold plated, made in France signed 1990
CHANEL necklace/belt bijoux, 24 k gold plated, made in France signed 1990

CHANEL necklace/belt bijoux, 24 k gold plated, made in France signed 1990

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Stuttgart, DE

The chain ends wth a small CC charm. Dimension: 2 quilted CC charms W 4 cm x H 3,3cm Between the CC 3 chains 25 cm - 28 cm long The long chain over the neck or taille 65 cm lang ...

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1990s French Modern Chain Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Vintage Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Statement Rhombus Logo Charm Necklace 1980s
Vintage Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Statement Rhombus Logo Charm Necklace 1980s

Vintage Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Statement Rhombus Logo Charm Necklace 1980s

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A Vintage Chanel Rhombus Logo Charm Necklace. A Vintage Chanel Sunburst Logo Charm Necklace. A major part of her eponymous House since 1923, Gabrielle Chanel’s jewel legacy is unpar...

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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Vintage Large Gold CC Quilted Pendant Necklace
Chanel Vintage Large Gold CC Quilted Pendant Necklace

Chanel Vintage Large Gold CC Quilted Pendant Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Bellevue, WA

Beautiful vintage Chanel gold quilted CC statement pendant necklace 100% authentic Made in France Gold plated Very good condition overall aside from light wear and scratches througho...

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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Gold

Vintage 1990s Chanel Gold Quilted CC Logo Pendant Necklace
Vintage 1990s Chanel Gold Quilted CC Logo Pendant Necklace

Vintage 1990s Chanel Gold Quilted CC Logo Pendant Necklace

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

The focal point is a substantial interlocking CC logo pendant featuring the house’s legendary matelassé quilted texture, meticulously designed to mimic the signature stitching of Cha...

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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Chanel Spring 1994 Gold Quilt & CC Logo Pendant Necklace
Chanel Spring 1994 Gold Quilt & CC Logo Pendant Necklace

Chanel Spring 1994 Gold Quilt & CC Logo Pendant Necklace

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

The focal point is a 1.5 inch wide and 1.75 inch high interlocking CC logo pendant. The design features the house’s legendary matelassé quilted texture, meticulously mimicking the si...

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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

CHANEL Vintage XL Quilted Gold CC Statement Pendant Necklace
CHANEL Vintage XL Quilted Gold CC Statement Pendant Necklace

CHANEL Vintage XL Quilted Gold CC Statement Pendant Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Bellevue, WA

Beautiful vintage gold oversized CHANEL CC pendant chain necklace 100% authentic Made in France From the Spring 1994 Collection Very good condition overall aside from light scratches...

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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Gold

Chanel Quilted Caviar Black Leather CC Lipstick Case with Gold Chain
Chanel Quilted Caviar Black Leather CC Lipstick Case with Gold Chain

Chanel Quilted Caviar Black Leather CC Lipstick Case with Gold Chain

By Chanel

Located in Bellevue, WA

DETAILS: Chanel black leather lipstick pendant with signature interlocking CC. Gold-tone chain with woven leather detail. Slim, wearable design for a single lipstick or small item. H...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Chanel Vintage Iconic Logo CC Coco Pendant Matelassé Quilted Gold Long Necklace
Chanel Vintage Iconic Logo CC Coco Pendant Matelassé Quilted Gold Long Necklace

Chanel Vintage Iconic Logo CC Coco Pendant Matelassé Quilted Gold Long Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Wokingham, England

Chanel Vintage 1990s Unisex Classic Iconic Logo CC Coco Pendant Matelassé Quilted Pendant Adjustable Hinged Chain Long Double Layer Elegant Modernist Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Ton...

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1990s French Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

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24k Gold, Gold Plate

Vintage CHANEL Logo Quilted Medallion Necklace
Vintage CHANEL Logo Quilted Medallion Necklace

Vintage CHANEL Logo Quilted Medallion Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage CHANEL Logo Diamond Multi Chain Necklace Measurements: Height: 1.85 inches (4.7 cm) Wearable Length: 15.55 inches (39.5 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic CHANEL. - Diamond s...

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Vintage 1980s French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Chanel Micro Flap Bag Charm Chain Choker Necklace with Matelasse Chain
Chanel Micro Flap Bag Charm Chain Choker Necklace with Matelasse Chain

Chanel Micro Flap Bag Charm Chain Choker Necklace with Matelasse Chain

By Chanel

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

The Chanel Micro Flap Bag Charm Chain Choker Necklace seamlessly blends the essence of the iconic brand's jewelry and handbags.

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2010s French Choker Necklaces

Chanel Pearl-embellished double-chain necklace
Chanel Pearl-embellished double-chain necklace

Chanel Pearl-embellished double-chain necklace

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Designing pieces that leave lasting impressions, Chanel leaves no detail overlooked. Adorned with faux pearls, this unique pre-owned chain-link necklace features a large magnifying g...

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Late 20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces

Chanel 2014 Faux Pearl CC Pendant
Chanel 2014 Faux Pearl CC Pendant

Chanel 2014 Faux Pearl CC Pendant

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel 2014 Faux Pearl CC Pendant PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 156785 Listing Title: Chanel 2014 Faux Pearl CC Pendant Condition Description: No house has shaped the fashion landscape quite...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Chanel 1980s Gold Tone Flap Bag Necklace
Chanel 1980s Gold Tone Flap Bag Necklace

Chanel 1980s Gold Tone Flap Bag Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

With its diamond quilting and Mademoiselle Chanel CC turn lock, the pendant captures the essence of Chanel's timeless style and craftsmanship.

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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Rare Chanel Métiers d’art Paris NYC 2019 Egyptian Layered Plastron Necklace
Rare Chanel Métiers d’art Paris NYC 2019 Egyptian Layered Plastron Necklace

Rare Chanel Métiers d’art Paris NYC 2019 Egyptian Layered Plastron Necklace

By Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

Designed as an opulent layered plastron, the necklace combines glossy black beads, textured antiqued gold-tone chains, quilted Chanel-inspired detailing and sparkling crystal accents...

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2010s French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Chanel 1994 Quilted Logo Necklace
Chanel 1994 Quilted Logo Necklace

Chanel 1994 Quilted Logo Necklace

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel vintage gold-tone chain necklace featuring an egg shaped quilted pendant with large CC logo.

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1990s French Scarves

Vintage 1994 CHANEL Lucky Charm Leather Chain Necklace Belt
Vintage 1994 CHANEL Lucky Charm Leather Chain Necklace Belt

Vintage 1994 CHANEL Lucky Charm Leather Chain Necklace Belt

By Chanel

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Measurements: Charms Height: 1.77 inches (4.5 cm) Total Length: 43.30 inches (110 cm) Adjustable Features: - 100% Authentic CHANEL. - Iconic Chanel leather and chain necklace/ belt ...

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1990s French Belts

Chanel 1980s Chanel Quilted Medallion Bracelet
Chanel 1980s Chanel Quilted Medallion Bracelet

Chanel 1980s Chanel Quilted Medallion Bracelet

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The spring ring closure is adorned with a signature tag charm, signed Chanel, and a CC charm at the end of the chain adds an extra touch of sophistication.

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Vintage 1980s French Charm Bracelets

Chanel 80's Quilted Logo Triple Belt
Chanel 80's Quilted Logo Triple Belt

Chanel 80's Quilted Logo Triple Belt

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel Necklace Belt Chain AUTH Coco Mark Vintage Matelasse Gold Tone Logo with a chunky link chain that holds gold-tone CC logos on both sides with three layers of gold-tone chain i...

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1980s French Waist Belts

Chanel Lambskin Quilted Medium 19 Flap Bag Blue
Chanel Lambskin Quilted Medium 19 Flap Bag Blue

Chanel Lambskin Quilted Medium 19 Flap Bag Blue

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Style this with a Versace dress, some Louis Vuitton heels and a Valentino necklace to complete the look. Don't miss the opportunity to own an authentic Chanel Lambskin Quilted Medium...

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

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 effortlessly combines elegance and style.

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

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Chanel Quilted CC Motif Necklace
Chanel Quilted CC Motif Necklace

Chanel Quilted CC Motif Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

Chanel CC necklace with quilted details. CC charm 1.6 by 2.2 inches, chain length 30 inches.

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1990s French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones
Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

Chanel large necklace with double chain with signature quilted details and CC logo with rhinestones.

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Late 20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones
Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

Chanel large necklace with double chain with signature quilted details and CC logo with rhinestones.

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Late 20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones
Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

Chanel large necklace with double chain with signature quilted details and CC logo with rhinestones.

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Late 20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones
Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

Chanel large necklace with double chain with signature quilted details and CC logo with rhinestones.

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Late 20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones
Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

Chanel large necklace with double chain with signature quilted details and CC logo with rhinestones.

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Late 20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones
Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

Chanel large necklace with double chain with signature quilted details and CC logo with rhinestones.

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Late 20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones
Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

Chanel Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

By Chanel

Located in Chicago, IL

Chanel large necklace with double chain with signature quilted details and CC logo with rhinestones.

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Late 20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Vintage Chanel Massive Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones
Vintage Chanel Massive Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

Vintage Chanel Massive Double Chain Necklace With Rhinestones

By Chanel

Located in Hoffman Estates, IL

Description: Chanel large necklace with double chain with signature quilted details and CC logo with rhinestones.

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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Gold-tone Quilted CC Logo Pendant Necklace
Chanel Gold-tone Quilted CC Logo Pendant Necklace

Chanel Gold-tone Quilted CC Logo Pendant Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Irvine, CA

Chanel CC Long Chain Necklace features gold-tone hardware with interlocking CC logo quilted pendant and lobster clasp closure.   64032MSC

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Red Leather Interlaced Chain Ruthenium CC Turnlock Bracelet
Red Leather Interlaced Chain Ruthenium CC Turnlock Bracelet

Red Leather Interlaced Chain Ruthenium CC Turnlock Bracelet

By Chanel

Located in Westmount, Quebec

Silver And Red Chain Quilted Wrap Bracelete with Silver CC TurnLock Can also be worn as a choker necklace.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Bracelets

1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Quilted CC Chain Necklace Medium
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Quilted CC Chain Necklace Medium

1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Quilted CC Chain Necklace Medium

By Chanel

Located in Bangkok, TH

1980s Chanel gold toned chain necklace featuring an iconic gold toned Chanel quilted CC charm.

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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Quilted CC Logo Pendant Necklace
Chanel Quilted CC Logo Pendant Necklace

Chanel Quilted CC Logo Pendant Necklace

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel 1980s long chain necklace with CC logo quilted pendant.

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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

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Rhodium

CHANEL Goldtone Chain W/Large Quilted CC Medallion
CHANEL Goldtone Chain W/Large Quilted CC Medallion

CHANEL Goldtone Chain W/Large Quilted CC Medallion

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Goldtone Chain W/Large Quilted CC Medallion Made in France Materials: goldtone metal Spring ring closure Stamped "CHANEL MADE IN FRANCE" length: 17.5"...

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20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Chanel 1986 Large Quilt CC Pendant Necklace
Chanel 1986 Large Quilt CC Pendant Necklace

Chanel 1986 Large Quilt CC Pendant Necklace

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

A very beautiful Chanel iconic quilt CC logo pendant necklace from 1986.

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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Vintage CHANEL Multi Chain Quilted Closure Necklace
Vintage CHANEL Multi Chain Quilted Closure Necklace

Vintage CHANEL Multi Chain Quilted Closure Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage CHANEL Multi Chain Quilted Closure Necklace Measurements: Height when not worn/ draped: 2 inches (5cm) Wearable Length: 16.92 inches (43 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic CHAN...

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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Gold Plated Chain Necklace With CC Pendant France 1994
Chanel Gold Plated Chain Necklace With CC Pendant France 1994

Chanel Gold Plated Chain Necklace With CC Pendant France 1994

By Chanel

Located in North Miami, FL

This chunky and fabulous Chanel gold plated chain necklace with large bold hanging CC pendant is marked.

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1990s French Modern Chain Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Chanel Vintage Gold Chain Link & Red Gripoix Necklace
Chanel Vintage Gold Chain Link & Red Gripoix Necklace

Chanel Vintage Gold Chain Link & Red Gripoix Necklace

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Vintage Gold Chain Link & Red Gripoix Necklace Features square crystals with quilted goldtone framing Made In: France Year of Production: 1986 Color: Goldtone, red, and c...

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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

CHANEL 1994 CC Pendant Chain Necklace Vintage Gold Quilted
CHANEL 1994 CC Pendant Chain Necklace Vintage Gold Quilted

CHANEL 1994 CC Pendant Chain Necklace Vintage Gold Quilted

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

CHANEL 1994 CC Pendant Chain Necklace Vintage Gold Quilted A very rare vintage CHANEL Spring 1994 large CC interlocking logo chain necklace in very good condition.

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1990s French Link Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Chanel 1980s Gold Quilt CC Pendant Necklace
Chanel 1980s Gold Quilt CC Pendant Necklace

Chanel 1980s Gold Quilt CC Pendant Necklace

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful Chanel early to mid 1980s necklace featuring the iconic and classic quilt double CC pendant.

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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Chain Pendant Necklace with CC Logo
Chanel Chain Pendant Necklace with CC Logo

Chanel Chain Pendant Necklace with CC Logo

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal chain necklace holding a golden metal quilted cc logo pendant.

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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

2005 CHANEL Gold Toned Flap Bag CC Chain Necklace Champagne
2005 CHANEL Gold Toned Flap Bag CC Chain Necklace Champagne

2005 CHANEL Gold Toned Flap Bag CC Chain Necklace Champagne

By Chanel

Located in Bangkok, TH

This CHANEL chain necklace is crafted of champagne gold toned metal chain featuring a quilted flap bag motif paired with a CC logo.

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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Chanel cc necklace
Chanel cc necklace

Chanel cc necklace

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Long gold-tone metal chain necklace with a quilted CC pendant.

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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

CHANEL 'CC' gilt charm necklace
CHANEL 'CC' gilt charm necklace

CHANEL 'CC' gilt charm necklace

By Chanel

Located in San Fransisco, CA

Classic gilt metal quilted 'CC' charm necklace from Chanel dating to the 1990's.

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Late 20th Century French More Necklaces

Chanel 1980s Long CC Logo Pendant Necklace
Chanel 1980s Long CC Logo Pendant Necklace

Chanel 1980s Long CC Logo Pendant Necklace

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

A very nice 1980s Chanel pendant necklace. The 1/4 inch diameter anchor link chain is 35 inches long.

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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage CHANEL Figural Mademoiselle Quilted Charm Necklace
Vintage CHANEL Figural Mademoiselle Quilted Charm Necklace

Vintage CHANEL Figural Mademoiselle Quilted Charm Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage CHANEL Figural Mademoiselle Quilted Charm Necklace Measurements: Pendant: 3.54 inches (9 cm) Chain: 15.74 inches (40 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic CHANEL. - Mademoiselle f...

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20th Century French Choker Necklaces

Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Quilted Collar Necklace
Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Quilted Collar Necklace

Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Quilted Collar Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Rome, Rome

Vintage gold metal chain necklace from CHANEL. It features diamond-shaped elements with quilted pattern.

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Vintage 1970s French Choker Necklaces

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Gold

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Chanel Quilted Cc Chain Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate chanel quilted cc chain necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold Plate, Gold and Rhodium, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 27 vintage editions and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a chanel quilted cc chain necklace 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. Finding a chanel quilted cc chain necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 4 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Chanel Quilted Cc Chain Necklace?

Prices for a chanel quilted cc chain necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $785 and can go as high as $2,595, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,265.

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.