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 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 Ruban de Camélia Ring - '00s
By Chanel
Located in Milano, IT
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...
$722
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.
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 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
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...
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...
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 ...
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 Black Resin Large Knight Ring
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel Black resin large knight ring featuring a white and gold-tone signature interlocking “CC”, signature a plaque inside. Estimated size: 54 Circa 20...
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 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 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 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
$2,820
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
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...
Hammered Finish 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This lustrous 18K yellow gold ring, crafted in the iconic Henry Dunay style, showcases a hammered texture with a high-polish finish that captures light beautifully. Designed in a sub...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yoko London South Sea Pearl Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
Pieces in the Novus collection are recognised by their smooth minimal lines which showcase the natural radiance of the pearls against striking gold silhouettes. Beauty in the simplistic, this open-ring is formed with a beautiful 13-14mm south sea pearl and a polished gold sphere that elegantly graces either side of the finger. -13-14mm white South Sea pearl...
South Sea Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Oval Green Jade Ring with Engraved Shoulders in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Magnificent vintage oval cabochon green jadeite jade ring, in 14k yellow gold. The beautiful apple green Jade is bezel set and measures approxi...
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Blue Sapphire Stackable Ring
Located in Great neck, NY
Charming and Elusive Design - This stackable ring features a 14k gold band, a baguette shaped gorgeous blue sapphire approximately 0.14 cts, and round diamonds approximately 0.09 cts...
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1970s Italian Diamond Pave Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ring is composed of 18kt yellow gold and features a stunning array of pave diamonds, set in an oval shaped design. Italian 1970s. Size 6. In excellent condition. Please feel fr...
Diamond, 18k Gold
AGL 47.95 Carats Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring, French Cut Sapphires, Diamonds, PT
Located in Southport, CT
Impressive Emerald Cut Aquamarine surrounded by French Cut Sapphires and Diamond Ring Eleanor is named for Former First Lady Eleanor Rosevelt, who received a stunning 1,298 Carat Aq...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Sapphire Diamond Gold Dome Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Stunning bi-color domed ring. in its center a shiny blue cabochon sapphire. Millegrain setting and chiseled work give the ring a refined touch. Sapphire ± 2 carat diamonds : 0.50 carat
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.71 Carat Natural Opal and Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Opal ring is crafted in 14-karat Yellow gold and features a 1.71 carat Natural Ethiopian Opal, 34 Round White Diamonds in GH- I1 quality with 0.14 ct and 40 Round Brow...
Opal, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
0.45 Carat Pink Diamond and White Diamond 18 Karat Triple Tone Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Ring is crafted in 18-karat Triple Tone Gold and features an 64 Pcs Round Cut 0.45 Carat Pink Diamond. This ring also features 34 Pcs White Round diamonds 0.21 carat ...
Pink Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, Whit...
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Citrine Dome Cabochon Band Ring Size 5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Authentic Tiffany & Co. citrine dome cabochon band ring crafted in solid 18k yellow gold. Featuring a luminous citrine cabochon in a smooth dome setting, offering warm color and time...
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ralph Masri Modernist Circular Diamond and Sapphire Ring
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Elegant 18kt white gold ring with diamonds and sapphires from Ralph Masri's Modernist collection, inspired by mid-century Modernist architecture with an emphasis on minimalist shapes...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bamboo Band Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat yellow gold bamboo band ring. US size 6.75, can be sized to any specification. Alex J...
18k Gold, Yellow 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 : ...