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 Large Gold Crystal CC Statement Stud Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2023 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
CHANEL Vintage Gold Quilted CC Medallion Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated From the Late 1980's - Early 1990's Collection The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with pouch IMPORTANT...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold CC Logos Magnifying Glass Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: chain 32 inches long Comes with box IMPORTANT INFOR...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Oversized CC Gold Twined Bracelet, circa 1996
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1996 collection Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold CC Logo Chain Pendant Necklace, circa 1990s
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 94 P Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: chain length 19” IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This i...
Gold
Chanel Large Silver Crystal Pearl CC Heart Statement Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2025 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
Chanel Vintage Openwork Gold CC Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Collection 28 Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
Gold
Chanel Première Édition Originale Watch
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Première Édition Originale Watch is in a gold-tone and has a minimalist black lacquer dial withno hour markers and two simple gilt hands. The crown is an onyx cabochon. NEW i...
Metal
CHANEL Gold Crystal CC White Star Statement Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2024 Collection Gold metal The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item ...
Gold
Vintage CHANEL Faux Pearl CC Logo Triple Strand Collar Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1993 collection Gold Plated, faux pearls The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Length: 15" Comes with ...
Gold
Iconic Vintage Signature CHANEL Black Leather Gold Plated Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Signature CHANEL leather-woven Chain and Gold-tone Setting Choker Necklace. Featuring the Iconic Double CC, a Signature detail synonymous with Chanel. Measu...
Gold Plate
CHANEL Gold Crystal CC Black Enamel Pearl Dangle Statement Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2023 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-o...
Chanel Gold Faux Pearl CC Crystal Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL 2019 Collection Made in France Gold tone metal The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: We h...
CHANEL Black and Gold Crystal CC Flower Pearl Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2020 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-o...
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Logo Horse Charm Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The brooch is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vintage piec...
Gold
Chanel Large Silver Crystal CC Statement Earrings, circa 2005
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2005 collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vinta...
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Dangle Clip On Earrings, circa 1995
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: 95 P Made in France Gold Plated The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: 1" width, 1.5" height Comes with box IMPORTANT INFO...
Gold
CHANEL Vintage Large Gold Lion Leo Coin CC Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Stunning Large Gold Lion Leo Coin CC Pendant Necklace from CHANEL 100% authentic Made in France Collection 23 Gold-Plated Measurement approx.: 28 inches long Very good condition over...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold Crescent CC Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1996 collection Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: chain length 30" Comes with box IMP...
Gold
CHANEL Vintage XL Quilted Gold CC Statement Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Beautiful vintage gold oversized CHANEL CC pendant chain necklace 100% authentic Made in France From the Spring 1994 Collection Very good condition overall aside from light scratches...
Gold
CHANEL gold-tone 97A IMITATION PEARL TURNLOCK Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel bracelet is crafted in pearly white imitation pearls and finished with the house’s signature gold-tone CC turn-lock closure. A timeless, feminine piece th...
Statement Gold "CHANEL" CC Paris Large Pendant Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Beautiful large gold CC statement chain pendant necklace from CHANEL 100% authentic Made in France Collection 28 Gold-Plated Measurements approx.: chain length: 31" Very good condit...
Gold
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Logos Statement Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Collection 29 Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: chain length 29” Comes with box IMPOR...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Crystal Gold Clover Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2001 Collection Gold tone metal. crystals The brooch is in good condition overall showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION:...
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Chanel Pearl Bead CC Logo Choker Necklace – B25 Collection
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
This elegant choker necklace from Chanel’s B25 Collection features a single strand of luminous ivory faux pearls, exuding classic sophistication. Scattered along the strand are iconi...
Chanel Gold Lion CC Pearl Drop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Stunning pair of Chanel CC faux pearl and dangle earrings 100% authentic Made in France 2022 Collection Gold tone metal, faux pearl Very good condition overall aside from light wear ...
Gold
CHANEL Vintage Gold Rue Cambon Paris Quilted Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Stunning vintage gold rue cambon cuff bracelet from CHANEL 100% authentic Made in France Gold Plated Very good condition overall aside from light wear and scratches throughout Comes ...
Gold
CHANEL Gold CC Crystal Floral Pearl Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2023 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-o...
CHANEL gold-tone 92P FOUR LEAF CLOVER & IMITATION PEARL PIN Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel pin brooch is crafted in gold-plated metal and topped with a glossy black cabochon adorned with a delicate four-leaf clover motif, framed by a beaded chai...
CHANEL Vintage Gold Crystal CC Pendant Collar Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Beautiful vintage gold and crystal CC necklace from the house of CHANEL 100% authentic Made in France Gold plated and rhinestones Very good condition overall aside from faint wear an...
Gold
Chanel Gold Vintage CC Paris Medallion Clip-On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Made in France From the Late 1980's - Early 1990's Collection Gold plated The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Thi...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold Mademoiselle Charm Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: Oval tag CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: 15.75" chain length, ornament width/length ...
Gold
CHANEL Large Faux Pearl CC Logo Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2001 Collection The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: 28 inch drop, can be doubled to make it shorter ...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold CC Turn Lock Chain Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1996 Collection Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: length 16" Comes with box IMPORTANT...
Gold
CHANEL Vintage Rue Cambon Large Medallion Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: Oval tag CHANEL, Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Chain Length 30", Ornament Length 2.01", ...
Gold
CHANEL 1980s Baroque Pearl and Black Gripoix Camellias Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
CHANEL Baroque pearls and black gripoix camellias necklace 1980s Measures: Length cm. 45 - max cm. 50 camellia diameter cm. 6 Original box Very good condition
CHANEL Crystal and Faux Pearl CC Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned piece. We h...
CHANEL Vintage Small Gold Crystal CC Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2005 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vinta...
Gold
Chanel 2015 Brasserie Gabrie Bracelet Manchette CC Fancy Stones Bracelet Cuff
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel "ribbon" bracelet from the Autumn/Winter 2015 collection, inspired by Brasserie Gabrielle, crafted from openwork silver-tone metal and encrusted with white and dark blue (almo...
CHANEL Metal Silver CC Chain Link Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2013 collection The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Length: 15.5 in Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMA...
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Crescent Pendant Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1993 Collection Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: 30 inches long Comes with box IMPOR...
Gold
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Logo Textured Hoop Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Statement pair of vintage earrings from CHANEL 100% authentic Made in France Collection 29 Gold plated Excellent condition overall aside from light wear and scratches throughout Com...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold CC Turn Lock Pearl Dangle Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1996 Collection Gold Plated The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre...
Gold
CHANEL Gold CC Turnlock Scissor Dangle Statement Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2021 collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-o...
CHANEL Silver Ruthenium CC Logo Crystal Stud Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2021 collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-o...
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Medallion Sunburst Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: Oval tag CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Length: 23.5" Ornament-Length: 1.5" Ornamen...
Gold
CHANEL Vintage Gold Link Curb Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vintage pi...
Gold
CHANEL Vintage 31 Rue Cambon Charm Gold Plated Charm Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vintage pi...
Gold
CHANEL Vintage Coral Clover CC Statement Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2003 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vinta...
Chanel Gold Oversized Faux Pearl Stones CC Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2020 Collection Gold tone metal, faux pearls, crystals The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPO...
CHANEL Vintage Large Gold Heart CC Logo Drop Clip On Earrings, circa 1995
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: 95 P Made in France Gold Plated The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vintage pie...
Gold
Chanel Green Floral Crystal CC Bead Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2020 collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-o...
CHANEL Vintage XL Oversized Gold Textured CC Multi Strand Collar Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated 1985 collection The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Large Gold CC Quilted Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Beautiful vintage Chanel gold quilted CC statement pendant necklace 100% authentic Made in France Gold plated Very good condition overall aside from light wear and scratches througho...
Gold
CHANEL gold-tone 91P IMITATION PEARL & FILIGREE Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel cocker features multiple cascading strands of pearly white imitation pearlsintertwined with gold-tone metal filigree beads, each delicately sculpted and fi...
CHANEL Vintage Gold Multi Strand Medallion Statement Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Details: Chanel vintage choker necklace, dating back to the early 1990's, features three 24k gold plated chains with a large round 24k gold plated medallion at the center. Pendant ha...
Gold
CHANEL Gold Old Age Metal Crystal CC Chain Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2024 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Filigree and Pearl Dangle Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Collection 25 Gold Plated The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-o...
Gold
CHANEL Light Gold Interwoven CC Logo Wide Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2019 collection Gold tone metal The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This i...
Gold
CHANEL Vintage Gold Link Pearl CC Logo Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: 34" long Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Thi...
Gold
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