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 Milk Glass Earclips
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel logo ear clips with unusual handmade milk glass pate de verre cabochons. Dated 1990 on front and back. Excellent condition. 1.25" . 1990 Chanel, Paris.
Gilt Metal
Chanel Gold Tone Gold Plated 31 Rue Cambon Paris Pendants Bracelet, 1994
By Chanel
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Chanel Reference: JW242 Length of Bracelet: 17.5cm Material: Gilt Metal Year: 1980’s Made in France Please Note: the jewelries are guarantee 100% authentic pre-owned therefor...
Gold, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
Chanel Faux Pearl Quilted Earrings
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Faux Pearl Quilted Earrings with clip back fittings from the 1990's. Excellent condition. Approx 1".
Gilt Metal
$2,714
Chanel bracelet 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal openwork bracelet with white rhinestones. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 14.5 cm - Opening: 2.5 cm SKU:BRAB41
Chanel Red Gripoix and Pearl Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Red Gripoix and Pearl Long Necklace is in excellent vintage condition from the 1984 collection. Red Gripoix glass beads are stationed along an extra long gold ...
Chanel 2007 Collier CC Pearls n beads tassel on chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel necklace PE2007 collection mid-length or short composed of a gold metal chain decorated with a "pompom" of gold metal beads, fancy beads and CC logo. Total length of the neckl...
CHANEL black enamel 21A CHATEAU DES DAME CRYSTAL HEART Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel heart brooch in black resin is a striking statement piece, blending bold contrast with refined elegance. Encased in a be...
Chanel Beige / Rose Gold Diamond Coco Crush Ring Size 60 J11100
By Chanel
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k beige / rose gold diamond Chanel ring from the Coco Crush collection. The ring features a quilted motif design, with scattered round brilliant cut diamonds. There are...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Coco Chanel Lion Head Ruby Drop Earrings Maison Denez
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
The most classic of earrings from Chanel with lions heads motifs . This is one of her favorite code motifs in textured and gilded bronze. Ruby Pate de verre pendant...
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze
CHANEL Enamel CC Camellia Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL silver tone chain pendant necklace featuring a CC logo with black enamel and a camellia flower detail. Lobster clasp closure. Embossed CHANEL P Made in France. Indicative m...
Vintage Chanel Fringe Logo Droplet Bib Necklace from the 2001 Collection
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning Vintage Chanel Fringe Logo Necklace from 2001. Crafted in gold plated metal. Featuring no less than fifteen long chain drops creating a fringe style bib effect and finishe...
Gold Plate
Massive Faux Pearl and Emerald Sautoir Necklace, Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Pearl and Emeralds. This elegant and classic combination takes on a different effect when supersized to this proportion. Chanel sticks to her established idioms and uses 3 strands of...
Bronze
Chanel Multicolour Embellished Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel gold-tone and multicolour rhinestone-embellished bracelet featuring signature interlocking CC logo, multicolour rhinestone embellishment, small CC logo charm, adjustable fit, ...
Chanel Silver Enamel Camellia CC Crystal Chain Dangle Piercing Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver Enamel Camellia CC Crystal Chain Dangle Piercing Earrings *Marked 04 *Made in France -Approximately 0.4″ x 2.1″ -Very cute -In a good condition. Some crystals turned ...
Chanel Silver CC Baguette Large Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver CC Baguette Large Pendant Necklace *Marked 01 *Made in France -It is approximately 1" x 0.75", the length of the chain is17". -In a very good vintage condition AB...
Chanel Heart-Shaped CC Pendant Necklace, Circa 2000, France, 46cm
By Chanel
Located in CACHAN, FR
Very pretty Chanel necklace with a CC heart-shaped pendant. In a very good condition. Adjustable from from 42 a 46 cm.
Chanel Golden Metal 'Bow' Brooch Haute Couture
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal 'bow' brooch set with Swarovski rhinestones. Jewelry created by the Gripoix Atelier for Chanel. A Haute Couture Collection. Additional informa...
1980s Chanel Quilted Magnifier Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
1980s Chanel quilted gold tone metal magnifier necklace. Can be worn single or double. Comes with original box.
Vintage Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Baroque Pearl Bomb Drop Earrings 2015
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A beautiful pair of pierced Chanel Pearl Earrings from the Autumn Winter 2015 Collection. Featuring antique silver tone metal set with Chanel's iconic pearls. Seed pearls adorn the ...
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 Vintage Gold CC Tie Charm Dangle Collar 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: chain length approx. 16" Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATI...
Gold
1970's Vintage Chanel Pearl Cluster Clip Earrings
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel 70s never seen before pearl cluster clip earrings. Come with original pouch or box.
Chanel Gold-Plated Vintage Sunhat Charm Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Gold-Plated Vintage Sunhat Charm Necklace PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: Z149569 Listing Title: Chanel Gold-Plated Vintage Sunhat Charm Necklace Condition Description: In excellent c...
Gold Plate
Vintage Chanel Gold Tone Five Row 2 1/4 Inch Wide Ball Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This over the top, Vintage Chanel 5 strand, 10mm gold tone bead bracelet measures 2 1/4 inches wide. The adjustable clasp in the back allows for variou...
$2,714
Chanel earrings
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal openwork clip-on earrings decorated with a green glass paste cabochon and rhinestones. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 3 c...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Resin Pink/Black Choker
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
100% authentic guaranteed Chanel Pink/Black Resin Choker Please research about fit before purchase since there are no returns. In our opinion this choker would fit smaller neck. Ne...
Chanel Camellia White Rose Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel "Camellia" white rose gold ring Agate white rose set in 18 karat white gold; marked Chanel, 750 Size: 4.75-5 US; top width 1 inch, top length 0.88 ...
Agate, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Large Gold CC Logo Coco Chanel Medallion Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
CHANEL LARGE GOLD CC LOGO COCO CHANEL MEDALLION PENDANT NECKLACE A/W 2018 Collection Chanel large gold plated medallion necklace in excellent condition. Large square medallion wit...
Gold Plate
AH2008 Chanel Boucles d'oreille CC maxi clip on earrings FW2008
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel clip-on earrings from the AW2008 collection in pale gold metal (versus yellow gold) fashioned with the motif of a large CC initials in feathers. Width 2.65 cm x height 2.15 cm...
Chanel Gold Cuff Bracelet, Circa 1991, Rigid Link Design, France
By Chanel
Located in CACHAN, FR
Very beautiful large rigid link cuff type bracelet. Fall winter parade 1991. Rare and sought-after model. Has slight discreet scratches and a small hole in the very discreet bracelet...
1980s Chanel Gold Tone Diamond-Quilted Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
1980s Chanel gold-tone diamond-quilted earrings featuring gold-tone metal, these earrings display one of the maison's most iconic signatures "the diamond-quilted finish", a clip-on f...
Chanel Red La Pausa Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel red "La Pausa" Brooch featuring a round shape with a center logo CC, white strass around, a back safety pin, a back logo plaque. Circa 2019 Made in France Diameter: 1.5in. (4...
Chanel Gripoix Ruby Crackle Glass Pearl Drop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Deep Ruby Crackle Gripoix Glass Pearl Drop Earrings with hand made nacre pearl drops from the 1980's. 2.5" x .75". Clip back fittings.
Gilt Metal
CHANEL 2019 Strass Logo Letters Brooch Set NEW With Tags
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
100% guaranteed authentic CHANEL 2019 Strasse Logo Letters Brooch Set NEW with tags.Original receipt available upon request. Approx. Measurements: Length 1.5-1.75“, Width 1.5“-1.75...
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Plaid Bubble Pearl Piercing Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Plaid Bubble Pearl Piercing Earrings *Marked 02 *Made in France -It is approximately 0.55" x 0.5" -In a very good condition AB3063-10050
CHANEL gold 22P CC HEART Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel heart brooch in gold-tone metal is a timeless expression of the house’s iconic elegance. Featuring intricate signature e...
Chanel Black Large Silk Satin Bow Tie Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel Black large silk satin bow-tie brooch featuring a bar-pin fastening and a back logo tag. Circa 2000s. Made in France Maxi length:7.4in. (19cm) Center Width:1.18in. (3cm) Goo...
Chanel CC Gold Tone and Faux Pearl Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel “Chanel” clip on earrings featuring a faux-pearl center, gold-tone outline logo Chanel, a clip-on fastening, and a back plaque pitted. They come as a pair. Delivered in orig...
Chanel Vintage Gripoix Logo CC Coco Brown Tiger Eye Spiral Relief Clip Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1970s Gripoix Logo CC Coco Tiger Eye Brown Spiral Relief Circle Round Domed Elegant Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Rare ...
Gold Plate
Chanel Vintage Spelling C O C O Pearl and Crystal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned spelling C O C O brooch embellished with faux pearls and clear crystals. Embossed CHANEL 01A Made in France. Indicative measurements : length approx. 5.6 ...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Lilac and Faux Pearls Sautoir Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel Long lilac and faux-pearls sautoir necklace featuring a long length, faux-pearls beads, a gold-tone chain, purple amethysts glass beads, a strassed faux-pearl signature inter...
Vintage 'Madamoiselle' Coco Chanel Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Glasgow, GB
Vintage 'Coco Chanel' necklace from Chanel. Made in France, 1970's. 24ct gold plated chunky, circular double-sided medallions embossed with continuous 'Chanel' logo, with every secon...
Gold Plate
Chanel Gold Tone CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel gold tone brooch featuring signature interlocking CC logo, round-cut crystal embellishments, engraved logo, a safety bar-pin fastening, ...
1980's Chanel Perforated Logo Clip Earrings
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel gold tone perforated logo round clip earrings.Collection 26 by Victoire de Castellaine. Come with original pouch.
Chanel Gold CC Double Pearl Ring
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Double Pearl Ring *Marked 16 *Made in Italy -It is approximately US size 5.5, it can be slightly adjusted. -Very classic and shiny -In a good condition.There are som...
$516Sale Price|20% Off
1990s Vintage CHANEL Massive Bow Brooch Black
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL massive bow brooch is crafted of silk ribbon in black. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Measures approximately 28 x 6 cm. Condition: Very good vintage condition w...
Chanel Leather & Pearl Belt/Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel 2001 Cruise Collection metallic gold leatherette and faux pearl belt. Gold tone metal buckle. Can be worn as a belt or a necklace. Comes with...
Chanel Ruby Pate de Verre Holly Brooch: Goossens
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Attractive and unusual holly brooch by Chanel. Robert Goosens is the workshop for this handmade brooch of fluted gilt leaves, pate de verre ruby beads and...
Chanel CC Logo Blue Stripy Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel CC logo Blue stripy pin brooch featuring a signature interlocking “CC”, with a silver-tone stripe and a silver-tone outline, a back pin closure, a plaque pitted at back. Circ...
Chanel 18K White Gold 1.40ct Diamond Band Ring CH24-040826
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
A sleek, contemporary design makes this Chanel ring a highly wearable luxury piece. Inset Diamonds with a total weight of 1.40 carats make it an elegant accessory that is ideal for a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
CHANEL antique gold-tone 1994 94A CC LONG CHAIN Cuff Links
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel extra long cuff links in gold-plated chain with black leather. Feature a CC medallion on one end and a ball on the other. Have been worn and are in excellent co...
CHANEL ruthenium 21K LARGE CC STRASS Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel large CC crystal brooch is crafted from ruthenium-finished metal, exuding a modern and edgy aesthetic. The iconic interlocking CC logo is adorned with shim...
Chanel Brand New Silver Round Crystal Silver Bead Pearl CC Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Silver Round Crystal Silver Bead Pearl CC Dangle Earrings * Marked 24 *Made in France *Comes with the original box and pouch *Brand New - It is approximately 2.25"...
Chanel Ivory Camellia CC Dangle Piercing Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Ivory Camellia CC Dangle Piercing Earrings *Marked 06 *Made in Italy -Approximately 1″ x 0.55″ -In an excellent condition AB3066-10025
CHANEL Vintage 1995 Gold Iconic Logo CC Quilted Circle Round Modernist Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
CHANEL Vintage 1995 Unisex Iconic Logo CC Quilted Circle Round Domed Elegant Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticea...
Gold Plate
Chanel Vintage 1994 Gold Logo Openwork CC Coco Engraved Flower Elegant Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1994 Vintage Textured Logo CC Coco Engraved Flower Openwork Modernist Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. 100% Genuine. A very beautiful pair of ...
Gold Plate
CHANEL Vintage Coin Stamp Cuff Bracelet, 1988
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD and VICTOIRE DE CASTELLANE vintage cuff bracelet featuring CC 31 Rue Cambon Paris Coins alterning with acanthus leaves and embossed C H A N E L P A R I S ...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Gold Tone CC diamond-quilted clip-on earrings
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
1980s Chanel gold-tone CC diamond-quilted clip-on earrings featuring the signature interlocking CC logo, a clip-on fastening, back plaque pitted. Circa 1980s These earrings come as ...
1990s Vintage CHANEL Silk Camellia Brooch Black Gold Small
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL camellia brooch is crafted of black silk fabric adorned with two golden leaves. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Diameter measures approximately 7.5 x 6 cm. Comes w...
Chanel 1970s Gold Metal Roaring Lion Head Clip Earrings, Rare Vintage
By Chanel
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
An extraordinary and highly collectible pair of vintage roaring lion head earrings by Chanel, dating to the 1970s. Sourced from the estate of a Palm Beach collector who formerly work...
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