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Chanel Jewelry

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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Item Ships From: Europe
Creator: Chanel
Chanel Bracelet in Golden Metal and Glass Paste
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Bracelet in golden metal and glass paste. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Wrist circumference: 20 cm Seller Reference: ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Jewelled Gold Tone Starbust Brooch, Spring 2001
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone starbust brooch embellished with clear crystals. From the Spring 2001 Collection. Embossed CHANEL 01P Made in France. Private sale "S" ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

CHANEL black resin 2014 CAMELLIA CC Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel 2014 Camellia cuff in black shiny resin embellished with CC logo with faux mini pearls. Brand new - protective plastic intact. Comes with dust bag and box. Me...
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2010s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel lion necklace
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal short necklace representing lion heads. Jewelry from the 1980s. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 39 cm CB275
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Wonderful brooch from Chanel in metal, pearls and crystals from 2015. In excellent condition. Made in France. Materials: metal, crystals, pearls Color: silver Dimensions: 3 x 3 cm, ...
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2010s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Pin Brooch
Chanel Pin Brooch
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Chanel Crystal & Faux Pearl Gold Tone CC Chain Hoop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Crystal & Faux Pearl Gold Tone CC Chain Hoop Earrings Brand- Chanel Model- CC Chain Hoop Earrings Product Type- Earrings Serial Number- B22B Age- Circa 2022 Accompanied By- C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

1990s Chanel Boucles d'oreille Clips CHANEL Clip on earrings
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel earrings, gold metal clips with openwork letters CHANEL, half ecru-colored fancy pearl in the center, circa 1990. Diameter 2.5 cm. The earrings show slight traces of their age...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

2021 Chanel Black Bead-Embellished Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel black bead-embellished long necklace featuring rounded black beads, the brand’s signature interlocking CC logo, spring-ring fastening with Chanel pitted on and a a back free c...
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2010s French Chanel Jewelry

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...
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2010s Chanel Jewelry

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Jewelry

Vintage Chanel CC Clips
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful clips-on earrings from Chanel with CC pendant from 1990-1992. In excellent condition. Made in France. Material: metal Color: golden Dimensions: clips 2.5 x 2.5 cm, CC pend...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL black & cream 2005 05P FAUX PEARL MULTRI STRAND Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel multi strand faux pearl necklace in black and cream adorned with CC pendants. Adjustable chain closure. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. 2005 Spri...
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Early 2000s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Golden Metal Jewelry Belt with Glass Paste
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal belt with glass paste. You can wear it as a necklace. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 99 cm Seller Reference: ACC53
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Vintage Beige Fabric Camelia Camellia Flower Brooch Pin
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Chanel Vintage Camelia Camellia Flower Pin Brooch. Beige fabric petals. Safety pin closure. Measurements: diameter: 3 inches - 7.6 cm. 'CHANEL - CC - Made in France' oval tab on the ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL stainless steel & black PREMIERE ICON CHAIN Watch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Première watch in steel with black leather Icon Chain strap and black lacquered dial. Steel crown with onyx cabochon and clasp closure with cover. Has been worn...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Golden Metal Earrings, 1990s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal earrings. 2cc8 Collection - from the 1990s. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 8.5 cm Period: 20th Cen...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Silvery Metal Circular Turnlock Earrings, 1997
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Silvery metal circular earrings. 1997 Spring-Summer Collection. Some oxidization marks. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Diame...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Pink Leather Bracelet Interlaced with Pink Leather, 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal bracelet interlaced with pink leather. Jewelry from the end of the 1980s. To be mentioned, there is some dirt on the leather. Additional information: Condition...
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20th Century Chanel Jewelry

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Vintage 1970s Gold Metal Long Medallion Coin Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage gold metal chain necklace from CHANEL. It feature a beautiful gold metal chain with round coin medallion with CC logo. No closure. Necklace drop: 17 inches - 43.2 cm. 'CHANEL...
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1970s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

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Gold

Chanel Bracelet with Orange and White Glass Paste, 1996
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Silvery metal articulated bracelet with orange and white glass paste. 1996 Spring-Summer Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Vintage Tan Patent Leather Camelia Camellia Flower Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Chanel vintage Camellia Camelia brooch. Tan beige patent leather petals. Perforated CC logo on a petal. Safety pin closure. Max width: 3 inches - 7.5 cm.'CHANEL - CC - Made in France...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Bracelet Interlaced with Black Leather, 1990s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Bracelet in golden metal interlaced with black leather. It is ornamented with costume pearly drops. 2cc3 Collection. To be noted, few traces on the beads. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Glass Paste Impressive Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch with glass paste, rhinestones, and costume pearly drops. 2cc9 Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimens...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Dark-Silvery Metal CC Earrings, 2010
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Dark-silvery metal earrings. 2010 Cruise Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 4 cm Period: 21st Century ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel CC Pearl Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2095 Date Circa 2014 Model CC Long Necklace Serial Number B14K Metal Gilt Length 126 cm __________________________________ Condition Excellent / Wear consistent with age and u...
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2010s Italian Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Mixed Metal

Chanel Golden Metal Turnlock Earrings, 1996
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal turnlock earrings. 1996 Fall-Winter Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 9 cm Period: 20th C...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Gold-Tone Logo-Engraved Plate Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel gold-plated logo-engraved plate brooch featuring a front black engraved, back engraved logo to the rear, bar-pin fastening. Circa 1990s . Made in France Length: 1.9in. (5cm) ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Round Rue Cambon Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful vintage earrings by CHANEL, from the early 1980s. They are finely crafted in gold metal and feature 'Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Paris' embossed writing. Clip on closure on the ba...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

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Gold

Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Hoop Door Knocker Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Beautiful vintage clip on door knocker earrings by CHANEL. They are finely crafted in gold metal. Can be used in 2 different way, if you remove the hoop. Clip on closure on the back....
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

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Gold

Chanel, 93P Pearl necklace
By Chanel
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Chanel, 93P Pearl necklace. The item has a little peeling off the fabric on the pearls, overall in good condition. Comes with box. A real vintage collector item. • CONDITION: good c...
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel flower brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch representing a flower ornamented with rhinestones and a costume pearly cabochon. Jewelry from the 1960s/1970s. Condition: Very good con...
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1960s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Gold Tone Quilted Dangling Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold tone quilted dangling earrings. Embossed CHANEL Made in France. Indicative measurements : height approx. 6.9 cm (2.72 inches) / max width approx. 3.3 cm (1.30 i...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Vintage Clear and Black Rubber Logo Quatrefoil Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Lovely bracelet by CHANEL, crafted of clear and black silicone. It features black CHANEL writing between 2 quatrefoil. Hook closure 'Chanel 01 CC A Made in France' oval hallmark near...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Black Bakelite Cuff with Rhinestones and Cabochons, 1985s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Manchette in black bakelite paved with rhinestones and glass paste cabochons. Collection 1985. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Circumfere...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

2022C Chanel Fancy diamonds and Pearls Brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch from the Cruise 2022 collection with the motif of a large CC logo in lightly gilded metal inlaid with rhinestones and fancy pearls of different sizes. Width 4.9 cm x he...
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2010s French Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone Multi Strand Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold tone cuff bracelet featuring 4 strands of oval shaped coins embossed CHANEL. Spring clasp closure. Embossed CHANEL Made in France. Indicative measurements : le...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Golden Metal Necklace with CC Pendant, 1993
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal necklace holding a cc pendant. Spring-Summer 1993 Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Additional information: Condition...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

CHANEL silver & blue 2019 19B CRYSTAL & PEARL LARGE CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel large CC silver metal brooch embellished with black and grey stones, faux pearls and blue crystals. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. Comes with dust...
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2010s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel 1980s Matelassé Design Gold Plated Vintage Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This stylish brooch was created by Chanel in the 1980s. Condition Report: Excellent The Details... This gold plated brooch features three diamond shaped panels detailed with the fa...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel CC Drop Silver Metal Crystal Pearl Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2219 Comes With Box Only Date 2010 Model CC Serial Number B10 Weight 6.3 g Condition Excellent __________________________________ If you are interested in any of our previous...
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2010s Italian Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Silver

New Chanel Choker in metal velvet strass&glass pearls silver black white&crystal
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Splendid​ ​Chanel​ ​Choker​ ​in​ ​velvet​ ​embellished​ ​with​ ​rhinestones,​ ​glass​ ​beads,​ ​silver​ ​and​ ​black​ ​crystals Signature:​ ​"Chanel" Length:​ ​27​ ​cm​ ​(10.6​ ​Inc...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

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Pearl, Gilt Metal

FW2016 Golden CC Maxi Brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch AW2016 collection in lightly gilded metal (between gold and silver), XL format, central cabochon covered with slightly glittery black enamel and inlaid with a CC logo, ...
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2010s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel seal bracelet
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal seal bracelet. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 19 cm BRAB19
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

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...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel sautoir / necklace
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal sautoir with colored glass pearls. Jewelry from the 1970s. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 195 cm CB262
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1970s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Golden Metal Lion Head Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in Italy) Golden metal bracelet enameled with blue. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Circumference: 16 cm - Opening: 9 cm Seller Re...
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2010s Italian Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Faux-Pearl Cross Drop Clip-on Earrings
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
A timeless classic, pearls are said to give a flattering glow to the skin and eyes. Featuring a string of pearls hanging from a gold-tone pendant inspired by the maltese cross, these...
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Late 20th Century Chanel Jewelry

Chanel brooch 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal plier-like brooch ornamented with Swarovski rhinestones. Collection from the beginning of the 1980s. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: 7....
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel brooch 1980s
Chanel brooch 1980s
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Amazing Chanel Necklace with pearl and gold metal hardware
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Chanel​ ​CC​ ​long​ ​necklace​ ​in​ ​white​ ​pearly​ ​pearls​ ​and​ ​gold​ ​metal​ ​with​ ​blue​ ​inscriptions​ ​in​ ​5​ ​rows Length:​ ​37cm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

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Pearl, Gilt Metal

SS2009 Chanel CC Silver Metal and black cabochons
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch from the Spring Summer 2009 collection with the CC logo motif in blackened silver metal decorated with gray rhinestones and black enameled cabochons. Width 3.7 cm x hei...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Jewelry

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Base Metal

Chanel cross brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal pendant brooch with pearly and glass paste drops. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 6.5 cm x 6.5 cm BRB56
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel cross brooch
Chanel cross brooch
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CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Gold Tone CC Dangle Charm Brooch, 1994
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage hammered gold tone ring brooch embellished with dangle CC logo charms. From the Spring 1994 collection. Embossed CHANEL 94 P Made in France. Indic...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

CHANEL Vintage Clips
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Wonderful pair of CC clip-on earrings from Chanel from 1994 Condition: excellent Made in France Materials: hammered metal Color: golden Dimensions: clip 1 x 2.2 cm, pendant CC 3.5 x 3.5 cm Stamp: yes Year: Spring 1994 Hardware: golden metal Details: the CC pendant is not removable. Vintage clips.
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL gold-plated PEARL & CRYSTAL DROP Clip Earrings Vintage
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Vintage drop faux pearl clip-on earrings embellished with a chunky crystal and gold-tone metal. Have been worn and show some ...
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1980s Vintage Chanel Jewelry

Vintage CHANEL Bracelet Coco Charms
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Iconic vintage bracelet from Chanel with a series of charms Condition: excellent Made in France Materials: metal, leather Colors: black, golden Dimensions: total length 18cm Stamp: ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Camellia Brooch Made of Pink and White Gingham Fabric, 1990s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Camellia brooch made of pink and white gingham fabric. Collector's piece from the beginning of the 1990s. Additional information: Condition: Very good cond...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel vintage brooch
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
Chanel vintage brooch measurements: 4.5 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

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Questions About Chanel Jewelry
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    You can find a variety of second-hand Chanel bags online at boutiques and auction houses. You may also be able to find Chanel bags in consignment and vintage boutiques. It helps to know how to authenticate a Chanel bag to ensure you’re getting a legitimate Chanel handbag. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    The value of Chanel bags has been steadily increasing for years. This is because each year, they make a “limited run,” which means that there are only so many available to purchase from the Chanel store or expertly vetted platforms from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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    There are 310 Chanel boutiques located across the globe; 94 in Asia, 70 in Europe, 10 in the Middle East, 127 in North America, 2 in South America and 6 in Oceania. In addition to the Chanel boutiques, there are many authorized retailers of the Chanel line. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel fashions, accessories, and handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    An authentic Chanel VIP gift bag or gift item may be given to a few loyal VIP customers who regularly visit the store and spend a significant amount of money on their products. It is not something that the general population can purchase. These gift items are all made with the same attention to detail and fine craftsmanship that you expect from anything with the Chanel brand. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    The cost of a Chanel purse depends on its material, rarity, style and condition. On 1stDibs.com, you can purchase a Chanel purse starting from $280.
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    How to clean white Chanel bags as they are susceptible to light and can turn yellow if exposed for too long by polishing the leather gently with a natural-coloured soft woollen cloth or pat with a fine woollen cloth when wet. Shop a range of authentic Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
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    To clean a Chanel lambskin bag, Chanel recommends using a soft cloth and avoiding any care products that may alter the finish of your handbag. To reduce the appearance of marks on the surface of lambskin leather, gently rub it in a circular motion. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Chanel fashions and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    To read a Chanel clothing label, look beneath the Chanel logo tag. There you will see another label with the style number, size and year it was created. If the style number starts with an A, it was from an Autumn collection. P stands for Printemps, which is spring, and C means that item is part of the cruise line. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Chanel garments from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Fake Chanel bags aren’t easy to spot — especially if you’re shopping online. Forgeries are getting increasingly difficult to identify, but there are a few clues that might indicate a Chanel bag is a counterfeit. Bags made in the mid-1980s and later have a serial number at the bottom of the bag, and this number should match the one on the Chanel authenticity card. The Cs in the clasp should have flat, not rounded, edges, and the right-hand C will always overlap the one on the left at the top, with the overlapping reversed at the bottom. The screw on the clasp will have a flat or star head — never a Phillips head. The zipper should have the Lampo logo on the back of the slider, and the bag should come in a duster bag with the Chanel logo printed in white in the center. The diamond-pattern quilting on the bag should be flawless and perfectly aligned, even where there’s a pocket. The lining should lie tight and flat against the interior — never creased or lumpy. The inside of the bag should have the Chanel logo followed by “Made in Italy” or “Made in France.” To ensure you’re purchasing an authentic Chanel bag, buy from a reputable seller that carefully vets their offerings. Shop a collection of properly vetted vintage and new Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you style your Chanel jacket is a matter of preference. Some people like to wear casual clothing, so the Chanel jacket stands out. Others prefer an entire Chanel ensemble with a jacket for an all-over look. Accessorizing your Chanel jacket with a scarf is also a very popular option. Find Chanel jackets on 1stDibs along with a variety of Chanel clothing to create eye-catching ensembles.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Tuck the chain inside your Chanel bag through its holes and store it in a dust-free environment and avoid touching or bumping into any other items while they're hanging out of sight. Shop a range of vintage and modern Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel was founded in 1910 by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, a French fashion designer who opened a hat boutique in Paris that year. Chanel went on to transform women’s fashion with revolutionary and elegant designs that tore down gender boundaries and freed women from the confining fashions of the day. Find vintage and contemporary Chanel bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel'S leather bags are the most durable compared to others. Standing the test of time and heavy-duty nature even when soft to the touch. From Chanel's quilted flaps to small leather goods, on 1stDibs, find a variety of authentic pieces from Chanel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel doesn’t have a specific men’s shoe division but they do have a sneakers line that can be worn by any gender. These sneakers come in a variety of colors with different fabrics and all feature Chanel’s outstanding quality. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Chanel shoes and other accessories from some top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Chanel doesn’t make men’s sunglasses as they do not have a menswear line. That said, there are men who do wear Chanel sunglasses and other items from the women’s line to create their own noteworthy style. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Chanel sunglasses and other accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel bags are made in France and Italy. The contemporary version of Chanel’s 11.12 bag, for instance, starts its life in a small factory in Verneuil-en-Halatte, located 90 minutes north of Paris, where the pieces of lambskin are cut by artisans with six years of training. The pieces are sent to Paris, where embroiderers spend a week embellishing the components, incorporating slight variations that make each bag a one-of-a-kind piece. Then, the leather pieces are shipped back to Verneuil, where craftspeople assemble them by hand into the iconic rectangular shape, complete with intricate piping and beading. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Chanel a highly coveted brand.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    The current designer of Chanel is Virginie Viard, who started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s self-proclaimed “right arm and my left arm.” Aside from 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. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Chanel haute couture from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024
    Yes, you can buy Chanel online. Not every Chanel product, however, is available through the brand's official website.

    While Chanel fragrances can be purchased at the brand's site, Chanel clothing, bags and accessories are not available for purchase directly through the company online. Auction sites and luxury resale platforms sell both vintage and new Chanel bags and other items, but authenticity is always a concern when buying online, so it's important to purchase from a reputable seller that properly vets the origin and authenticity of your items.

    An authentic Chanel bag sold online will never be cheap, but a high price tag doesn't necessarily mean it's the real thing. Find a collection of authentic Chanel evening dresses, tote bags and other pieces from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.

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