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 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 2003 Broche Pins XL Coco Silhouette Silver metal black enamel Brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch from 2003, double pin in silver-tone metal depicting the silhouette of Coco Chanel in a black suit, dated and signed. Width 2.6 cm x height 7.6 cm. The brooch is in exc...
Enamel
Chanel Large Silver Crystal CC Statement Brooch, 2020
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2020 collection The brooch is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned piece. W...
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
Vintage CHANEL Gold Heart CC Logo Clip On Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 95 P Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned piec...
Chanel Ensemble 2 Bracelets 1980s Gripoix and CC Bracelets 2 Bangles Set Duet
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
A set of two Chanel rigid, hinged bracelets in gold-tone metal, circa 1980. One is adorned with dark pink glass cabochons by Gripoix, and the other is crafted from metal and features...
$1,295
Chanel Sunburst Earrings
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel sunburst motif earrings in gilt metal with faux mabe pearl. Clip back fittings. France 1980s. 1 3/8" Very Good condition.
CHANEL Vintage Rare Gold Coins Charm 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 Pearly White Pink Pearl Crystal CC Heart Statement Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2021 collection The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Adjustable Length: 20.25 in Pendant: 1 in Width...
CHANEL Gold and Pink Stone CC Drop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2024 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 Coin Long Station 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.: Length: 34” Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: ...
Gold
Vintage CHANEL gold pearl Gripoix jewel long designer runway necklace 1992
By Chanel
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CHANEL Made in France • gold plated, gripoix • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • 72” long CONDITION • ver...
Chanel Statement Gold Crystal CC Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2020 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
Vintage CHANEL 1981 gold pearl crystal long designer runway necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CHANEL Made in France • gold plated, crystal, glass • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal si...
Chanel Bakelite and Poured Glass Cuff
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel bakelite cuff with Gripoix ruby poured glass cabochons.
1980s France.
Signed: Chanel
1.75" width, 6 inch bangle, 1.5" opening
Gold Plate, Bronze
Beautiful Vintage Chanel Gold Crystal and Pearl Drop Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL 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 p...
Gold
Vintage Chanel Black And White Satin Bow Gold Belt, Cirac 2006
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Chanel Black And White Satin Bow Gold Belt, Circa 2006. This is just magnificent. It is the classic balck and white duchess satin that is woven through a darker silver tone...
Mixed Metal
CHANEL Fine Jewelry Camellia White Gold Full Diamond Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
CHANEL Fine Jewelry Camellia White Gold Full Diamond Earrings With box.
White Gold
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Faux Pearl Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1995 collectionn Gold Plated The earrings are in very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age and use Comes with box IMPO...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold Faux Pearl Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The earrings are in very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age and use Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION...
Gold
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Chain Link 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 22” long Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold CC Clover Dangle Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 95P collection Gold Plated The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-...
Gold
CHANEL Large Silver Crystal CC Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Length adjustable from approx. 4.5 inches drop to 12 inches Come...
Chanel Baroque Link Bracelet, Workshop Goossens
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Chanel link bracelet in antique gilt bronze with pate de verre faux emerald cabochons in the Renaissance taste. Handmade in a process unique to Goossens in which the glass is applied...
CHANEL Oversized Gold CC Logo Heart Locket Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL 2022 Collection Made in Italy Light gold tone metal The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: 32 inches chain length, pen...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Cuff Bracelet with Blue Stone, Circa 1980s
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 p...
Gold
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Quilted CC Chain Necklace Small
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This 1980s vintage CHANEL chain necklace is crafted of gold toned chain featuring an iconic gold toned quilted CC charm. The is the smallest of the quilted CC series. Stamped CHANEL ...
CHANEL ruthenium 21B STRASS & CHAIN CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel CC brooch in gold-tone metal is a striking blend of elegance and edge. Adorned with shimmering strass for a touch of brilliance, it is framed by a delicate...
Chanel Gold CC Crystal Chain Drop Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2019 collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-o...
CHANEL Limited Edition Mademoiselle J12 La Pausa Watch 38 Mm New
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
100% guaranteed authentic Chanel J12 watch Black highly resistant ceramic and steel with silhouette of Mademoiselle Chanel materials:Black ceramic,Steel B...
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Statement Hoop Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The earrings are in very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age and use Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION...
Gold
Vintage Gold Coco Chanel Large Chunky Chain 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: chain length approx. 32.5" Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMA...
Gold
CHANEL A17S Paris-Cosmopolite geometric crystal pearl open work medallion bangle
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL A17S Paris-Cosmopolite gold tone geometric crystal pearl open work medallion cuff bangle Reference: VNWG/A00018 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: Pre-Fall 201...
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
Major Chanel Black Resin Cuff with Rhinestones from the 2009 Cruise Collection
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This important Chanel black resin and rhinestone cuff was released as part of the 2009 cruise collection. It is in excellent vintage condition and is simply stunning. What a wonderful item to show off in. It gives new meaning to the phrase "if you've got it flaunt it." Hinged on one side and stays closed with a small, round, hidden magnetic clasp on the inside. This oval shaped cuff fits a small to medium size wrist. Measures 2.13 inches wide (north to south). Marked CHANEL 09C...
CHANEL Vintage Gold Maltese Cross Clip-On Drop Earrings, Circa 1990s
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated 1994 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMAT...
Gold
Chanel Blue & White Stripes Pearl Drop CC Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2019 collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-o...
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vintage CHANEL Gold CC Clover Charm Accent Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated 1996 Collection The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: 20 inches chain length Comes with bo...
Gold
CHANEL Crystal Pearly White CC Gold Hoop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL 2021 Collection Made in Italy The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
1990s Vintage CHANE Massive Piqué Camellia Brooch Off White
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This massive vintage CHANEL brooch is crafted of textured off-white Piqué camellia im full blossom. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Diameter measures approximately 10 cm. Comes with b...
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Logo Medallion Link Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: Oval tag CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurement approx.: chain length 19.5cm Comes with box IMPORTAN...
Gold
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 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...
Coco Chanel Gilt Filigree Bead Long Necklace, Goossens
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Coco Chanel Gilt Filigree Bead Long Necklace, Goossens. Long chain with gilt filigrees stacked and layered with polished gilt beads. A subtle play on matte and shiny in a long, transformable hand knotted...
Bronze, Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Brass
Chanel CC Silver Tone Strass Mini Size Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel CC silver-tone mini “CC” earrings featuring crystal embellishment, a signature interlocking CC logo, back plaque pitted. They come as a pair. Circa 2010s Made in France Widt...
Chanel PE2003 Collier SS2003 Navy Pearly CC Pendant on chain
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel necklace from the Spring Summer 2003 collection, composed of a gold-plated metal chain link and a navy blue plastic medallion, almost black, inlaid with small fancy pearls of ...
Chanel Lagerfeld Era Statement Pearl CC Logo Long Rope Necklace 2009
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A totally timeless Chanel Pearl Logo Rope Necklace from the Karl Lagerfeld era. The pearl rope necklace, embellished with the iconic interlocking CCs is perhaps the House of Chanel's...
CHANEL Vintage Large Gold CC Heart-Shaped Clip On Statement Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1995 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-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...
Chanel Bracelet 1996 Maxi CC Turnlock Double Golden Chain Bracelet Size M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel metal bracelet composed of two strands of curb chain and a CC or Turnlock clasp identical to that of the Timeless or Classique bag. Length 17.5 cm closed, width of the two cha...
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
Amazing Chanel Moghul Pate de Verre Paisley Belt, Gripoix
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Fabulous Chanel moghul inspired belt of paisley forms set with hundreds of hand poured glass cabochons. An extraordinary wonder of craftsmanship and desi...
Chanel 2020 Boucles Clous CC Golden plate and pearly pendant earrings studs
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel stud earrings from the AH2020 collection in gold-plated metal, composed of a plate surrounded by the name Chanel and centered with a CC symbol encrusted with white micro rhine...
Massive Chanel Renaissance Cross Brooch/Pendant
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Massive Chanel Renaissance Cross Brooch/Pendant by Maison Gripoix, Paris. Emerald and Ruby pate de verre is hand poured into Renaissance style settings in gilt bronze. A matching ...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Boucles Oreille Perle CC Silver Metal and Fancy Pearl Clip on earrings
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel clip earrings composed of a large Chanel CC logo in finely quilted silver color metal and a round fancy pearl pendant. Width 2 cm x height 3.45 cm. The earrings are delivered ...
Gilt Metal
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 2024 Boucles d'oreille Clous CC Silver Rhinestones Micro Earrings Studs
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel mini stud earrings in silver metal with the CC logo motif inlaid with mini white rhinestones, signed on the back. Width 1 cm x height ...
Crystal
Chanel Large Silver Statement Crystal CC Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Length adjustable from approx. 5 inches drop to 12 inches Comes w...
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