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.
Chanel Logo Sterling Silver Ring
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Chanel logo ring is fun and playful as the CHANEL is randomly placed around the silver ring. Size 6.5. Comes with velvet pouch.
Sterling Silver
Chanel Ruban de Camélia Ring - '00s
By Chanel
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The camellia, a classic element that has been interpreted countless times by Chanel, has been given new life. This incredible ring is part of Chanel's ‘Camellia’ high jewellery colle...
FW2003 Chanel pink nude fancy pearls CC ring US6.5
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel ring in pink resin inlaid with fancy pearls of different sizes and slightly iridescent gold CC. Size 53/54 ie US6.5, inner diameter 1.7 cm, top width 1.3 cm. The ring is vinta...
Chanel 2004 Bague T53/54 Black White Pearls Maxi Ring US6.5
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel ring from the Fall Winter 2004 collection in aged silver metal decorated with white, black and gray pearls of different sizes and set white rhinestones, CC logo. Finger size 5...
Base Metal
Chanel 06C Bague TDD53/54 Resort 06 Silver metal openwork Ring US6.75
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Ring 2006 Cruise collection (NY Grand Central) in silver metal composed of a large openwork ring with the letters CHANEL and inlaid with slightly pinkish "champagne" colored r...
Base Metal
Chanel 2000s Sterling Silver Square Ring
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
- circa Spring 2000 - Sterling silver - Square shape - Debossed logo to the front - Polished finish Please kindly note all items have been previously used and present some signs of ...
Sterling Silver
$2,758
Chanel Ultra Black Ring
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Chanel Ultra ring, delivered in a Chanel case. Condition: very good Made in France Material: ceramic, 18-carat 750/1000 white gold. Color: ...
White Gold
2000s Chanel CC Monochrome Resin Logo Ring
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
A monochrome resin cocktail ring by Chanel for the 2008 Spring summer collection. The transparent resin is set around the classic interlocking CC initials, synonymous with the House ...
$706
CHANEL Maxi ring
By Chanel
Located in CACHAN, FR
maxi chanel ring. just beautiful. She has a lot of effect. It is in very good condition just a slightly less shiny stone. to see the photo. taille 55.
Parure Chanel Set Golden CC clips on earrings and Ring TDD52 US6 set
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel fashion jewelry set composed of a ring and a pair of earrings in lightly gilded and shaped metal, with the CC logo motif, the ring with a...
Chanel Black CC Logo Rhinestone Ring Size 6
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel ring interlocking CC logo design in black metal rhinestones. size 6. Stamp 02A. Comes with velvet pouch.
Chanel Silvery Metal Ring, 2004
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Silvery metal ring decorated with costume pearls, resin pearls and rhinestones. 2004 Fall-Winter Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good c...
Chanel Gold-Tone Coco Mark Interlocking CC Ring Circa 2001
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Chanel Gold-Tone Coco Mark Interlocking CC Ring Circa 2001 is a timeless piece that exemplifies luxury and sophisticated elegance. Crafted with a warm gold-tone finish, this ring...
Chanel 24k Gold Plated Gripoix Cabouchon Cruise Collection Ring
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel 24k Gold Plated Gripoix Cabouchon Cruise Collection Ring Gold setting with filagree cut-out design embellished with two rectangular sparkling gold gripoix stones ...
24k Gold, Gold Plate
Chanel Métiers d’arts Paris-Bombay 2011 Ring
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Spectacular Chanel ring from the Métiers d’arts 2011 Paris-Bombay collection.
Chanel Gallery Collection HyCeram 18k Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Chanel ring gives a modern flair to the brand's ever-so-classic designs. This ring features geometrical cut outs made of 18k gold and features a HyCeram red band. HyCeram is a h...
18k Gold
Chanel Golden Metal Ring, 2003
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal ring ornamented with rhinestones. Size 56 and 58. Fall-Winter 2003 Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensio...
Vintage Diamond ring 14KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Pretty vintage diamond ring in 14KT gold, year unknown, diamonds are SI clarity G-H colors. Size is 6.5 and can be re-sized. **All items leave our premises with a certificate in buye...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
0.14 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline & Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful ring featuring a 0.14 Carat Natural Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and 0.29 Carats of Diamond Accents made in Platinum. Paraiba Tourmalines were only discovered 30 years a...
Paraiba, Tourmaline, Diamond, Platinum
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Rose Gold, 9.98 carats, Tourmaline & Rose Cut Diamonds Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and special, Tourmaline Dome Cocktail Ring set in 18K Rose Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Tourmaline cabochon is 9.98 carats. The combined Diamonds weight...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
4.00 Carats, Natural Zambian Emerald & Rose Cut Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and one of a kind, Emerald Engagement / Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 4.00 carats. The Emerald is completely natural wi...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Art Deco 1930 Cocktail Ring 18Kt White Gold With 5.06 Ctw Diamonds And Sapphire
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco classic ring with gemstones Very beautiful art deco classic cocktail ring, created in America back in the 1930. This ring was crafted in white gold of 18 karats with pol...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Owl on Branch Ring 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Eyes Jewelry Sz 6
Located in Torrance, CA
Finley detailed owl ring set with diamonds and green emerald eyes, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s). Single cut diamonds total an estimated 0.12 carats (estimated at H...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GFCO Certified 3.32 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline White Diamond White Gold Ring
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Paraiba Tourmaline Gemstone: 2.59 Carats 50 White Round Diamonds: 0.73 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold, 6.10 Grams GFCO GEM Labretory: AAP57359
White Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Cat Eye Mango Moonstone Tsavorite Dome Ring
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
The unique glow of cat eye moonstone is the crown of this ring. The gem, which derives its name from the effect of narrow reflected light, is cut into an oval shaped cabochon with a ...
Moonstone, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1960s Sugarloaf Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold. Incredible retro ring, it is set with an important cabochon of turquoise cut in sugar loaf and surrounded by diamonds. The setting is made of a set of g...
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond and Ruby Ring by Sterlé, circa 1950
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in London, GB
Vintage diamond and ruby ring by Sterlé. Set centrally with one cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back rubover setting with a we...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
4.9 cts of Kynite and 1.37 cts of White Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This breathtaking cocktail ring showcases a mesmerizing 4.51-carat oval blue kynite at its center, radiating deep, rich hues. Surrounding the sapphire are three stunning halos: the f...
White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Labradorite Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A magical stone with a unique phenomenon called “labradorescence.” It is iridescent shine that rolls over the surface of a cabochon cut labradorite, usually showing blue color. This ...
Diamond, Labradorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Chanel 2019 Enamel Inlays Ring Sz.17
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Bold ring with textured relief and geometric structure resembling paneled frames, decorated with glossy black enamel inlays. The refined vintage aesthetic and rich gold tone give the...
Chanel Plume De Chanel diamond Ring 0.5 carat
By Chanel
Located in London, England
Chanel Plume De Chanel Ring with 1 pear-cut center diamond of 0.50 carat (0.50ct E-VVS1 ) 44 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.25 carat. 18K white gold Weight: Approximately 4.1g (...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Chanel Paris Dallas Ruthenium & Crystal 'CC' Logo Gun Ring
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Paris Dallas Ruthenium & Crystal 'CC' Logo Gun Ring From 2014 Paris-Dallas Métiers d'Art Pre-Fall collection is this oversized gun ring. ...
Crystal
Chanel Silvery Metal Ring, 2019
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Silvery metal ring ornamented with rhinestones and tiny costume pearls. A 2019 Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimension...
Chanel Double Silvery Metal ring
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Silvery metal ring ornamented with rhinestones. 2002 Spring-Summer Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Ornamenta...
From Chanel High Jewellery Collection - Chanel Boucle Diamant Bow Ring
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - From Chanel High Jewellery Collection - Chanel Boucle Diamant Bow Ring Brilliant cut diamond encrusted bow ribbon with an articulated pear-cut diamond swinging from the...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Chunky CC Logo Matt Silver Ring – A22 Collection
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Bold, distinctive, and with a subtle antique touch, the Chunky CC Logo Matt Silver Ring from the A22 collection exudes timeless luxury with a modern twist. Crafted in matte silver, the oversized band features the iconic CC logo at its center, presented in a way that recalls vintage Chanel designs...
Chanel Gripoix CC Flower Ring
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
- circa Spring 2011 - gold-tone - black/red/white - flower motifs - signature CC logo - slip-on style - Stamp: 11 P Please kindly note all items have been previously used and presen...
Gold Plate
CHANEL Dallas Métiers d'Art Massive Ring, 2014
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL massive pale gold tone oval ring embellished with red and turquoise poured resin cabochons, CC logo. From the Pre-Fall Dallas Métiers d'Art 2014 Collection. Embossed CHANEL ...
Gilt Metal
CHANEL Lucite CC Logo Ring, 2013
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL lucite ring embellished with silver tone CC logos and beads. Embossed CHANEL 13 B Made in France. Indicative measurements : inner circumference appr...
Black Chanel Ring size 54
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning black CHANEL ring with silver pressure inclusions Condition: excellent Made in France Material: bakelite Color: black Dimensions: Size 54 Hardware: silver Stamp: yes Year: F...
Chanel Double Champagne Metal Ring
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Champagne metal ring ornamented with costume pearly cabochon. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Size 1 : 54/55 - Size 2 : ...