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.
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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 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 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
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 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...
$718
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...
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 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 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 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 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 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
$2,805
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...
14K White Gold 1.0 Carat Diamond Bypass Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
An elegant diamond band that sparkles with five rows of alternating round brilliant cut and baguette diamonds. The wide band is crafted in cool 14 karat white gold. It has a total di...
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
22 Karat Gold Vermeil Shrimp Ring by Chee Lee New York
By Chee Lee New York
Located in New York, NY
This regal domed-shaped Shrimp Ring is a classic design for the modern jewelry enthusiast who appreciates timeless pieces with a sophisticated edge. Wear...
22k Gold, Vermeil
6.55 Carat Pear Rubelite Pink Tourmaline Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's rubelite tourmaline and diamond cocktail ring. Elongated pink pear shape Rubelite Tourmaline with two pear shaped side diamonds, accented with 10 round diamonds. 1 pink red R...
Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Stephen Dweck Blue Chalcedony Sterling Silver Earrings with Blue Agate Ring Set
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Stephen Dweck sterling silver beaded textured cocktail ring featuring blue chalcedony center and matching clip-back earrings with striped blue agate centers. Ring 1"H x .75"L. U.S. s...
Agate, Chalcedony, Silver, Sterling Silver
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Gorgeous 2.15 Carat Natural Loose Gray Spinel Oval Mixed Cut from Burma Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gorgeous Loose Spinel Weight: 2.15 Carats Dimension: 7.96x6.37x5.37 Mm Origin: Burma Color: Gray Shape: Oval Treatment: Non Certificate : on demand . Spinel gems are said to help set...
Spinel, Black Spinel, Base Metal, Berlin Iron
Large Oval Lapis Lazuli w/ 24K Gold & Silver Textured Cocktail Ring
Located in Bozeman, MT
Lapis Lazuli, Large, Oval 24K Gold and Silver Textured Cocktail Ring, Handmade by Prehistoric Works of Istanbul, TurkeyRing Details: Size 7 1/4 (in stock), 24K Gold - 1.55 grams, Sterling 925 - 7 grams, Lapis - 7.5 ct About Lapis Lazuli: Lapis lazuli or lapis for short, is a deep-blue metamorphic rock used as a semi-precious stone that has been prized since antiquity for its intense color. As early as the 7th millennium BC, lapis lazuli was mined in the Sar-i Sang mines, in Shortugai, and in other mines in Badakhshan province in northeast Afghanistan. Lapis lazuli artifacts, dated to 7570 BC, have been found at Bhirrana, which is the oldest site of Indus Valley...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Wide Dome Round Diamond & Baguette Accent Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Wide statement round diamond and baguette ring in 18K yellow gold. Ring contains round brilliant diamonds within a prong setting, 1.40tcw and...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$192Sale Price|20% Off
1.0 Carat Natural Faceted Ink Blue Tourmaline Long Cushion Shape
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gorgeous Loose Indicolite Tourmaline Weight: 1.0 Carats Dimension: 7.4x5.6x3 Mm Origin; Kunar Afghanistan Mine Color: Blue Shape: Long Cushion Treatmen...
Tourmaline
$792Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Diamond 0.35CT 18Karat Yellow Gold Pavé Ring
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Indulge in the sheer elegance of the Natural Diamond 0.35CT 18Karat Yellow Gold Pavé Ring. This exquisite piece of jewelry is a radiant celebrati...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
JAS-19-1968 - 24KT GOLD/SS TURQUOISE RING with CHAMPAGNE DIAMONDS
Located in New York, NY
24KT GOLD/SS TURQUOISE RING with CHAMPAGNE DIAMONDS Metal: 24K GOLD/OXIDIZED SS Diamond Info: CHAMPAGNE DIAMONDS SI/12 Stone Info: 15MM ROUND TURQUOISE Total Diamond Weight: 0.50 cw...
Diamond, Turquoise, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver
Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic retrò ring in 18 kt yellow gold and platinum structure mounted with diamonds. This ring was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect conditions. D...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Demantoid and Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold in navviet style centered with old mind cut diamonds estimate weight of 0.80 carats flanked with natural green russian demantoid hall marked ...
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 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 : ...
Chanel Ring in Champagne Metal and Resin, 2007
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Ring in champagne metal and resin. Fall/Winter 2007 Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Size 52 Period: 21st Ce...