Chanel Bangles
Fashion legend Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel’s sole fine jewelry collection included some of the most exciting and original works ever made — she loved costume jewelry but simply couldn’t resist designing with diamonds. Today, whether or not a given design happens to bear the house’s iconic logo, vintage Chanel bracelets, pendant necklaces, earrings and other accessories lend a bold touch to any ensemble.
Chanel established her business as a Paris hat shop in 1910 and started selling clothing in 1913. She introduced her costume jewelry in the 1920s, when the economy was roaring and fine jewelry was the main mode of adornment among her clients. Fearless about giving offense, Chanel proclaimed, “I love fakes because I find such jewelry provocative, and I find it disgraceful to walk around with millions of dollars around your neck, just because you are rich.”
Then, in 1932, in the midst of the Great Depression, Chanel dramatically switched gears and designed her first and only diamond jewelry collection, Bijoux de Diamants.
The lyrical and bold Chanel designs centered on five motifs: fringe, ribbons, feathers, the sun and stars. A dramatic diamond fringe headpiece was worn over the brow, while a fringe bracelet draped down the palm. A ribbon was tied in a bow at the front of a necklace and the top of a headband. These textile motifs linked the collection to the couturier’s clothes.
Even as rave reviews flowed in from the members of the press who attended the collection’s single showing, the International Diamond Corporation caved to the demands of the men in the French jewelry industry who forcefully expressed their firm belief that a fashion designer, and a female one at that, didn’t have the talent to make important jewels. At the same time, they were worried that Chanel’s diamond necklaces, brooches, bracelets and other creations would compete with their collections and cut into their profits. The pieces were broken up after the exhibition, and a planned London showing was canceled.
Afterward, Chanel never designed another diamond jewelry collection. Instead, she focused on costume and the demi-fine pieces she made in collaboration with Fulco di Verdura, when he worked at Chanel during the 1930s.
In 1993, the House of Chanel revived its fine jewelry business. Over the years, it has made near-exact renditions of the 1932 designs and imagined new silhouettes incorporating the original five motifs, as well as other themes beloved by Chanel, such as the lion, representing her Leo zodiac sign, and camellia flowers.
Find a range of vintage Chanel earrings, watches and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Chanel
CHANEL pearly white 22C DUBAI CC HEART Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel CC earrings in beige gold-tone metal exude timeless elegance with a romantic touch. Featuring pearly white heart-shaped resin pearls with a delicate hammer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Bangles
CHANEL pearly white 22C DUBAI CC HEART Stud Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel heart stud earrings in beige gold-tone metal exude classic elegance with a modern twist. Featuring pearly white hammered resin, they are accented with a go...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Bangles
Chanel B22 Large Square Black Enamel Chain Bangle Cuff
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
The Chanel B22 Large Square Black Enamel Chain Bangle Cuff is a bold reimagining of Chanel’s classic elegance, designed for those who appreciate striking, modern accessories.
Chain-...
Category
2010s European Contemporary Chanel Bangles
Materials
Enamel
CHANEL clear lucite 19K PEARL & STRASS Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel cuff is crafted from clear lucite and gold-tone metal, exuding modern elegance with a signature touch. The design is adorned with alternating strips of cle...
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2010s Chanel Bangles
Chanel Ivory and Gold `tone Bangles Set
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel Ivory and gold-tone bangles set featuring 4 ivory bangles and 3 gold-tone, signature on the bangles.
Circa 2010s.
Diameter: 2.5in. (6.5cm)
Good vi...
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2010s French Chanel Bangles
CHANEL gold-tone metal 22C DUBAI PEARL & CRYSTAL Ear Cuff Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel CC Pearl & Crystal Ear Cuff in gold is a standout piece, showcasing the iconic CC logo at its center. Adorned with a single pearl and a single crystal, it ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Bangles
Vintage Chanel Heavy Gilt Curb Chain Bracelet with Three "CC" Logos, Signed
By Chanel
Located in McKinney, TX
Vintage, signed Chanel heavy gilt curb chain bangle bracelet decorated with three Chanel "CC" logos on the perimeter. A classic Chanel piece that will never go out of style!
DETAIL...
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20th Century French Modern Chanel Bangles
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Jewelled Snake Bracelet, Resort Collection 2008
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD pale gold tone coil snake bracelet embellished with faux coral glass cabochons and clear crystals, featuring a jewelled CC on the snake head.
This bracelet ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Bangles
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Massive Bakelite Jeweled Bangles, Maison Gripoix
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Rare and wonderful pair of Chanel Bakelite Jeweled Cuffs with emerald and garnet poured glass elements set in gilt bronze by Maison Gripoix forming Cha...
Category
1980s French Byzantine Vintage Chanel Bangles
Materials
Gilt Metal, Enamel, Brass, Gold Plate, Bronze
Vintage Chanel Resin & Crystal Spellout Bangle 2003
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Chanel Spell-out Bracelet. Featuring a chunky resin bangle with the iconic name of the House of Chanel set invisibly set in rhinestones on the front.
Vintage Condition: Ve...
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Early 2000s Chanel Bangles
CHANEL gold-tone metal 23C MONTE CARLO CRYSTAL CHAIN Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel pendant earrings in light gold-tone metal exude elegance with a clear crystal-encrusted CC logo and three sparklin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Bangles
CHANEL gold-tone metal 22S NO 5 PERFUME BOTTLE Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic pair of Chanel pearl resin crystal embellished CC No.5 perfume bottledrop earrings is a dazzling homage to Chanel’s iconic legacy. In a sophisticated light gold-t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Bangles
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Gold Tone Blue Stone Bangle Bracelet, Fall 1996
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGEGERFELD vintage gold tone bangle bracelet embellishd with a marbled oval blue hard stone and two CC logos.
From the Fall 1996 Collection.
Embossed CHANEL 96 A Ma...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Bangles
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Vintage Maltese Cross Bangle
By Chanel
Located in Glasgow, GB
Vintage Maltese Cross bangle from Chanel. Textured silver toned metal open bangle embellished with a maltese cross detail. Cross is made up of sparkling diamanté petals and orange, p...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Bangles
Chanel Retro/Vintage 'Matelasse' 18ct gold and cultured pearl bangle
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
An iconic Chanel bangle featuring a curved golden lattice design studded with four rows of cultured pearls.
With a tongue and groove clasp with a security pin fitting this bangle exu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Retro Chanel Bangles
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Chanel Extra Wide Black Cuff With Gold Tone CC Logo Designs 2 7/16 inch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel made this dramatic cuff in the mid 1980s. The gold tone CC logos cover the entire cuff over the black plastic background underneath. Open back design for ease of putting on an...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Bangles
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Mesh Belt Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Mesh Belt Bracelet
*Marked 95
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 6" to 7" from the 1st hole to the 3rd hole. The ...
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Bangles
Chanel Vintage Gold Tone CC Hinged Bangle Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into timeless elegance with the Chanel Vintage Gold Tone CC Hinged Bangle Bracelet. Crafted to perfection, this stunning piece features a chunky design with intricate geometric ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Bangles
1997 Chanel Gilt Metal Coil Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chanel spring coil gilt metal snake bracelet from the legendary 1997 collection. Styled to be worn mid arm or if it fits, above the elbow. In excellent condition with CC logo on the ...
Category
1990s French Chanel Bangles
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage Heavy Chanel Gold Tone Metal Bangle With Black Resin Stripe 11.5mm Wide
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This outstanding Chanel gold tone and black resin bangle has a remarkable feel when worn.
Unlike the all resin or all plastic bangles, this one has weight to it, the way they used t...
Category
1990s French Modern Chanel Bangles
Chanel Purple Tweed and Steel Bangle Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
BEAUTIFUL RARE CHANEL tweed and steel bangle bracelet in excellent condition. Purple woven tweed with silver brushed steel backing and CC logo emblems throughout. Stamped "Chanel m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Bangles
Striking CHANEL Oversize Whole Pearl ORBIT Bangle 2013 Collection
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Chanel Oversize Pearl Bangle. Crafted from lightly coloured gold plated metal and set with a whole faux pearl as the focal point. In very good vintage condition with only a few faint marks on the pearl and unnoticeable when worn, signed, approx. 7.5cms internal diameter with 'L' indicating Chanel size large...
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2010s Chanel Bangles
Chanel Turnlock Leather Chain Bangle Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL antiqued ruthenium patina turnlock logo rigid curb bangle bracelet featuring woven blue leather.
Marked CHANEL B12 P Made in Italy.
Private sale "S" mark engraved (not visibl...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Bangles
CHANEL Vintage Iconic Gold Tone Coins Bangle Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage iconic gold tone bangle bracelet featuring coins : Crowned CC CHANEL 31 Rue Cambon Paris, Elephant, Helmeted Guards, CC logos and a Lady profile.
Embossed CHANEL.
In...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Bangles
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Camellia 18k White Gold Ajoure Bracelet with diamonds
By Chanel
Located in Manhasset, NY
The Camellia, Gabrielle Chanel’s favorite flower, is the inspiration for this exquisite bangle from the Chanel Camellia collection. A polished 18k white gold flower motif flows throu...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Chanel Bangles
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Chanel Camellia Yellow Gold Ajoure Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Manhasset, NY
Chanel Camellia Yellow Gold Ajoure Bracelet
2016 w Receipt
The Camellia, Gabrielle Chanel’s favorite flower, is the inspiration for this exquisite bangle from the Chanel Camellia c...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Chanel Bangles
Materials
18k Gold
Chanel Rare White CC Black Resin Pearl Edge Bangle Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare White CC Black Resin Pearl Edge Bangle Bracelet
*Marked 15
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 3" x 3" , 8" circumstance.
-It is very clas...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Bangles
Chanel Iridescent Resin Large Bangle
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Beautiful resin iridescent bangle. Width is 5 cm. Slight scratches on the surface. Item is missing a few screws on the hinge, but still function normally. Magnet is slightly loose if...
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2010s Chanel Bangles
Camellia Bracelet - '90s
By Chanel
Located in Milano, IT
Chanel gold-plated metal bracelet. Open rigid style, decorated with the famous fashion house's symbol: the white camellia, placed inside a disc in trans...
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1990s Chanel Bangles
GIA Certified Chanel Deep Blue Bracelet in 18K White Gold with Sapphires J62577
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This Chanel Deep Blue Bracelet adorned with captivating sapphires and diamonds is crafted in 18K white gold. The Certified by GIA for its exceptional quality, a stunning 2.30-carat E...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Bangles
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone Lion Medallion Bangle Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage antiqued gold tone bangle bracelet featuring five medallions embossed with a lion and CHANEL logo.
Collection N°23 - Year : 1988.
Embossed CHANEL 2 3 Made in France....
Category
20th Century French Chanel Bangles
Materials
Gilt Metal
CHANEL Pink Brown Tweed & Gold Tone CC Bangle Bracelet Size XS, 2013
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL bangle bracelet made of woven wool tweed in shades of pink and brown, featuring three gold tone CC logos.
Laser mark CHANEL B13 A Made in Italy.
Size mark reads : XS.
Private...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Bangles
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Retro/Vintage 'Matelasse' 18ct gold and cultured pearl bangle
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
An iconic Chanel bangle featuring a curved golden lattice design studded with four rows of cultured pearls.
With a tongue and groove clasp with a security pin fitting this bangle exudes vintage style.
18ct yellow gold, French Eagel hallmarked on tongue.
64 cultured pearls approx. 5mm diameter.
Outer circumference 9" / 23cms
It's important to note that the bracelet will comfortably fit wrist sizes ranging from 15 cm to 16.5 cm.
Stamped inside clasp: CHANEL 10E129
Bracelet width 2.2 cm
Internal circumference 16.5 cm
With black and white Original Chanel box.
For the stylish girl about town...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Retro Chanel Bangles
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Lucite Pearl Inlaid Bangle, Spring 1997
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage lucite bangle bracelet embellished with faux pearl inlaid and gold tone CHANEL logo.
Spring collection 1997.
Embossed CHANEL 97...
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20th Century French Chanel Bangles
Chanel Tweed Black Inlay Lucite Bangle Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel clear lucite chain inlay, black string bangle bracelet D 2 1/2”, circus 12 H 1 1/8”, original pouch, stamp 14S. Comes with original pouch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Bangles
CHANEL 18 Kt. Beige Gold Diamond Ruban Bangle
By Chanel
Located in Rome, IT
Bracelet made of 18 kt. beige gold signed CHANEL.
This piece belongs to CHANEL's Ruban Collection.
The rigid bow-shaped bracelet is embellished with brilliant-cut diamonds.
Loose, kn...
Category
2010s French Modern Chanel Bangles
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Chanel My Green Jewelry Gallery Collection Gold Choker Bangle Set
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Chanel
Collection: Gallery Collection, My Green Jewelry
Metal: 18k Yellow Gold
Stones : Brilliant Round Diamonds
Malach...
Category
2010s French Chanel Bangles
Materials
Diamond, Malachite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Bracelet Bangle 13A Pink Multicolor Tweed Knit with Gold CC Logo in Box
By Chanel
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Preowned Chanel pink tweed bangle bracelet from the 13A collection. Made from a pink multi color tweed fabric, if features Chanel's interlocking CC's in textured gold metal, and a g...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Chanel Bangles
Chanel Vintage Interwoven Gold Toned Chain & Black Leather Coin Rigid Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage rare interwoven gold toned chain and black leather rigid bracelet featuring 9 iconic coins.
Fall/Winter 1996.
Marked CHANEL 96 A Made in France.
Indicative mesaurem...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Bangles
Chanel Unique Rare Silver CC Black Crystal Bangle Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver CC Black Crystal Bangle Cuff Bracelet
*Marked 06
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box,
-It is approximately 6.5"circ., 1.25" x 2.25".
-It is a very unique ban...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Bangles
Chanel Vintage Rare Red Crystal Gold Buckle Leather Belt Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Red Crystal Gold Buckle Leather Belt Bracelet
*Marked 00
*Made in France
-Cuff size is approximately 0.9" x 7".
-There are some scratches on the buckle and the...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Bangles
Chanel Rare Authentic Lucite Faux Pearl Bangle Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chanel Rare Authentic Lucite Bangle Bracelet with faux pearls.
Gold tone logo hardware.
From the Spring 1997 collection.
No visible signs of wear.
*MEASUREMENTS*
Inner circumferen...
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1990s French Chanel Bangles
Chanel Tweed Bangle
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel TWEED BANGLE
ITEM CONDITION Good
MANUFACTURER Chanel
AGE 2009
GENDER Women's
ACCOMPANIED BY Chanel box
BRACELET WIDTH 25mm
BRACELET LENGTH ...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Chanel Bangles
CHANEL lucite bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
CHANEL
Bangle bracelet with spring opening in transparent champagne-colored lucite, interior with shells, logo and golden specks.
Cruise 2005 Collection
External diameter cm. 7,5
I...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Bangles
Set of Three Chanel Bangles- Blue, Dark Blue and Black with Gold Tone CC Logo
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This set of three CHANEL bangles was released as part of the 2007 Cruise collection. All are imbedded with the CHANEL crossed C logo at three points aroun...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Bangles
Materials
Gold Plate
CHANEL cream FAUX PEARL Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel faux pearl elastic bracelet with gunmetal CC on one pearl. Has been worn and is in excellent condition.
Measurements
Circumference 19.2 (fits large and is ela...
Category
2010s Chanel Bangles
CHANEL Blue/Black Resin Bracelet NEW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
100% authentic guaranteed
Chanel Blue/Black resin bracelet
New with tags.
One size fit all
FINAL SALE
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Bangles
CHANEL Pink/Black Resin Bracelet NEW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
100% authentic guaranteed
Chanel pink/Black resin bracelet
New with tags.
One size fit all
FINAL SALE
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Bangles
New Chanel Oversize Silver Chain Link Lucite Bangle Bracelet with Box
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel oversized chain mounted on a lucite bracelet, with original tag with codes on the inside (minor glue reside from tag). statement piece. outer diam. 3.75" inner dia 2.5". Comes...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Bangles
CHANEL 14S Runway Orbital large XL pearl CC logo gold metal bangle M
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 14S Runway Orbital large XL pearl CC logo gold metal bangle M
Reference: TGAS/E00633
Brand: Chanel
Designer: Karl Lagerfeld
Collection: 14S - Runway
Material: Faux Pearl, Meta...
Category
2010s Italian Chanel Bangles
Chanel Vintage Lucite Bangle Bracelet with Gold and Silver CC Logos S/S 1997
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage lucite banble bracelet featuring inlaid gold and silver tone CC logos.
Spring / Summer 1997 Collection.
Marked CHANEL 97 P Made in France.
Indicative measurements :...
Category
20th Century Chanel Bangles
Chanel Statement Gold Bangle Leather Logo Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel statement light gold bangle with pink and fuchsia leather, medium size, D 2.5", H 1", spring 2012. Comes with original pouch.
Category
2010s Italian Chanel Bangles
Chanel Ruthenium Square Chain Bangle
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel ruthenium chain square bangle bracelet . Spring 2015 collection. Come in original box
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Bangles
Chanel Irregular Yellow Resin Bangle
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel yellow resin irregular shape bangle bracelet. Cruise 96 collection. Comes with original pouch.
Category
1990s French Chanel Bangles
Chanel Rare Vintage Twisted Gold Metal and Leather Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Twisted Gold Metal and Leather Bracelet with Chanel Medallion Clasp
*MEASUREMENTS*
Inner circumference: 7" (with clasp closed)
Outer circumference: 8" (with clas...
Category
1960s French Vintage Chanel Bangles
Chanel Vintage Freeform Lucite CC logos Inlaid Bangle Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage freeform lucite bangle bracelet embellished with marbled pink/red inlaid, glitters and gold toned CC logos.
Collection n°28 (year : 1993).
Embossed CHANEL 2 8 Made i...
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20th Century French Chanel Bangles
Chanel Vintage '90s Gold Quilted Medallion Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Vintage '90s Gold Diamond Cuff
Features five diamond shaped medallions with quilting
Made in: France
Stamp: Chanel
Closure: None
Color: Gold
Materials: Metal
Overall Conditi...
Category
1990s French Chanel Bangles
Chanel Rare Vintage Twisted Gold Metal and Leather Bracelet with hanging Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Twisted Gold Metal and Leather Bracelet with hanging Chanel Medallion
*MEASUREMENTS*
Outer circumference: 9"
Inner circumference: 8"
Category
1960s French Vintage Chanel Bangles
Chanel bangles for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Chanel bangles available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Chanel jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Chanel pearl bangles, from our inventory of 3, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 70 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider bangles by Hermès, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel. Prices for Chanel bangles can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $444 and tops out at $54,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $1,365.
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- What does Chanel 5 smell like?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel No. 5 smells like a subtle mix of florals, including rose, ylang-ylang, jasmine, lily of the valley and iris, sandalwood, and a hint of vanilla. Chanel No. 5 is one of the most popular scents in the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.
- What is Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel is a luxury French fashion house founded by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel in 1910. Focused on women’s ready-to-wear clothing and haute couture, Chanel is most famous for the 1921 perfume Chanel No. 5, the 1925 Chanel Suit and the iconic 1926 little black dress, which remains a staple in women’s closets around the world to this day. Shop a collection of vintage and designer Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What is Chanel Matelasse?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel Matelasse is a quilted Chanel bag. It's an emblem of the Chanel brand. Chanel Matelasse bags and other Chanel bags can be found on 1stDibs.
- Who is Coco Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Coco Chanel, born Gabrielle Chanel in France in 1883, was a fashion designer who got her nickname during her short-lived career as a cabaret singer. In 1910, she opened a boutique in Paris to sell her hats, which were beloved by the popular French actresses of the era. Her success with hats led her to open the first Chanel Couture House five years later, where she designed and sold women’s sportswear made of jersey — which until then was used to make men’s underwear. Her revolutionary style catapulted her to fame, and in the decades that followed, Coco Chanel remained on the cutting edge of fashion, creating modern, timeless clothing, perfumes and accessories — and, of course, her iconic bags, which are revered to this day. Shop a collection of Chanel from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Who is the founder of Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel is the founder of Chanel. She established her first shop in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon, and her boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Coco opened a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where she set the tone for her defining sense of style—traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Chanel would go on to become famous for introducing the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap and the little black dress. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories.
- What is a Chanel Deauville?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The term Chanel Deauville refers to one of a number of bags produced by the French luxury fashion house Chanel. The most well known is the tote bag emblazoned with the Chanel logo. In addition, the brand produced backpacks, bowling bags and makeup bags with a similar logo design. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel Deauville bags.
- What is Chanel known for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Chanel is known for its fashion accessories and trailblazing clothing designs, which first appeared in the early 1900s and promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. Chanel handbags and purses are some of the most well-known and sought-after accessories in the world. With a subtle and chic aesthetic, many of the legendary French house’s crossbody bags, shoulder bags, tote bags and other bags are popular among celebrities and fashion obsessives. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel clothing, jewelry and accessories.
- Who is Chanel owned by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel is owned by Alain Wertheimer and Gérard Wertheimer. They are the grandsons of Pierre Wertheimer, the business partner of Coco Chanel, who founded the luxury fashion house in 1909. Shop a wide range of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- Where is Chanel manufactured?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel is manufactured in a number of locations. The French luxury fashion house has factories in France, Italy and Spain. Their sunglasses come from a factory in Italy. You can find a large selection of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- What does Chanel sell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Chanel sells a variety of items. The French luxury fashion house offers ready-to-wear apparel, shoes, jewelry, watches, eyewear, fragrances, cosmetics and skin care products. In addition, Chanel is well known for its small leather goods and bags, such as its iconic 2.55 Flap Bag. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Chanel apparel and accessories.
- What is a Chanel Reissue?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Chanel Reissue 2.55 is the updated version of the classic Chanel 2.55 handbag. Inspired by Coco Chanel’s original design from 1955, the Reissue 2.55 was released in 2005 as a homage to the original. The reissued version is considered more modern in design with slight modifications in the lock, leather, handle and flaps. Shop a wide range of the Chanel classic 2.55 and the Reissue 2.55 on 1stDibs.
- Who is the designer of Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 7, 2024The designer at Chanel was Virginie Viard until she stepped away from her role in June of 2024. Viard started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s “right arm and my left arm” according to Lagerfeld, who injected Chanel with a frisson of modernity from his first collection at the venerable brand.
In addition to a five-year stint at Chloé, Viard worked as Lagerfeld’s Chanel studio director until his death in 2019, after which she was named his successor as creative director. Viard’s French bohemian style revisits the past, but always with a fresh eye.
Viard's successor had yet to be named as of June 2024.
Find vintage Chanel handbags, evening dresses, jackets and other clothing for sale on 1stDibs. - What is Chanel iridescent?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel iridescent is a type of material used by the French luxury fashion house Chanel to produce handbags and other accessories. It is a type of calfskin with a shimmery finish. You'll find a large collection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- Are Chanel diamonds real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not Chanel diamonds are real depends on the piece. Fine jewelry manufactured by the French luxury fashion house features high-quality genuine diamonds certified as conflict free through the Kimberley Process. Fashion jewelry may show off rhinestones or crystals instead of real diamonds. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Chanel diamond gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Are all Chanel bags handmade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, all Chanel bags are handmade.
Authentic Chanel handbags, clutches, shoulder bags and other accessories are made in factories and ateliers located in France and regions of Italy such as Tuscany. Additionally, a town in a remote area of southern Spain called Ubrique is reportedly where luxury brands such as Chanel and Louis Vuitton source their leather products.
The brand stamp on an authentic Chanel bag will feature a logo that is accompanied by either "Made in Italy" or "Made in France." It will never read "Made in Paris," which is used on the backplate.
Find vintage Chanel bags and purses on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023The size of the Chanel GST is around 13.25 inches in length by 9.75 inches in width by 4.75 inches in depth with a strap drop of 9 inches. It is larger than the PST, which measures approximately 9.4 inches by 8.6 inches by 3.5 inches. Shop a selection of Chanel Grand Shopper Tote bags on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Any piece produced more than 20 years ago is considered vintage Chanel. This includes apparel, bags, shoes, jewelry and accessories created anytime after the French luxury fashion house's founding in 1910. Items made within the last 20 years are considered contemporary. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of vintage Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Coco Chanel is most famous for founding the luxury French fashion house Chanel in 1910. In addition, she is known for creating the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap, the 2.55 Flap Bag, in 1955. Chanel also created the little black dress in 1926. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chanel apparel, bags, shoes and accessories.
- What makes Chanel so special?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things account for what makes Chanel so special. First, the French luxury fashion house consistently chooses exceptional materials, such as supple genuine leather, wool and silk, for its pieces. During the manufacturing process, Chanel artisans perform much of the work by hand to ensure an unparalleled level of quality. Plus, Chanel has a history of shaping the fashion world with innovative designs, such as what some experts suggest was the first-ever shoulder bag and its iconic “little black dress” (a simple, spare and versatile design compared to most garments of the Jazz Age). Shop a large selection of Chanel apparel, bags, jewelry and accessories on 1stDibs.
- Who created the Chanel brand?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel created the brand Chanel. She established her first shop on the rue Cambon in Paris in 1910. Over the decades that followed, she became a pivotal designer of both fashionable casual wear and Paris couture, as well as an icon and arbiter of 20th-century style with her bob haircut and pearls. Shop a wide range of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024You can buy Chanel espadrilles in one of Chanel’s boutiques. The website offers a location service that can help you find the nearest official Chanel boutique. Additionally, you may find a new pair of Chanel espadrilles in one of the luxury brand’s authorized retailers’ stores such as Saks Fifth Avenue or Neiman Marcus. Shop a collection of authentic vintage Chanel espadrilles and other Chanel footwear from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To check if your Chanel piece is real, you will typically need to consult an experienced dealer or certified appraiser. Chanel usually does not provide authentication services through its boutiques or customer service centers. However, knowledgeable third-party experts can check the serial numbers and thoroughly examine the piece to make an assessment of its authenticity. Explore a large selection of Chanel pieces on 1stDibs.
- Who owns the Chanel brand?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022The Chanel brand is owned by brothers Alain and Gerard Wertheimer. The Wertheimer brothers, whose grandfather acquired Chanel with his brother in 1924, are very private, known as the fashion industry’s “quietest billionaires.” The brand’s founder, Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, saw the purchase by French brothers Pierre and Paul Wertheimer as an opportunity to reach more customers, but she tried unsuccessfully to regain control of the house in 1941. Shop our Chanel collection of vintage and new bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.