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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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Period: 1990s
Creator: Chanel
Chanel Haute couture Metal Bracelet with Charms Symbolizing Thimbles
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel Haute Couture - Rare and collector metal bracelet and charms symbolizing thimbles. Fashion show jewel, unsigned. Collection Haute Couture Automne-Hiver 1992. Additional infor...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Bracelet with Charms Spring, 1994 Collection
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Imposing bracelet in gilded metal and its medals struck with astrological signs or other motives. Spring - Summer 1994 collection. Additional information: ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Iconic Brooch in Gold Metal and Bakelite
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Iconic brooch in gold metal and bakelite. Collection 2cc5. Additional information: Dimensions: 5.5 W x 9.5 H cm Condition: Very good condition Seller Ref n...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Cuff Bracelet in Golden Metal Sleeve Paved with Multicolored Rhinestones
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -Golden metal sleeve paved with multicolored rhinestones. Additional information: Dimensions: Maximum circumference: 24 cm Minimum circumference: 21 cm Height: 12 cm Openi...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Brooch/Pendant Byzantine in Gilded Metal and Glass Paste Cabochons
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Byzantine style brooch / pendant in gilded metal and glass paste cabochons. Additional information: Dimensions: 9.5 L cm Condition: Very good condition Sel...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Astrological Signs Charms Bracelet in Gilded Metal, 1994 Spring
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Large gilded metal bracelet decorated with medals embossed with astrological signs and other motifs. 1994 Spring-Collection. Additional information: Dimens...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Vintage S/S1995 Barbie Black Gold Chain Patent Leather Crystal 95P Anklet
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This is a rare vintage Chanel anklet from the Spring/Summer 1995 "Barbie" collection. It showcases a patent leather intricately woven into a 24k gold plated chain, accentuated by a d...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Pendant Brooch in Dark Silver Metal and Multicolored Glass Paste, 1996
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Pendant brooch in dark silver metal and multicolored glass paste. Collection Spring/Summer 1996. Additional information: Dimensions: 4.5 W x 4.5 H cm Condi...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Flower Cuff Bracelet in Gilded Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel- Cuff bracelet in gilded metal decorated with a large resin flower. Signed on a plate. Additional information: Dimensions: Flower diameter: 9 cm (3.54") Circumference: 12.5 ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Multicolor Glass Paste & Silver-Plated Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel (Made in France) Silver-plated cuff bracelet with stylized flowers in glass paste. Signed inside. Additional information: Dimensions: Wrist circumference: 15 cm (5.9 in) Open...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Brooch in Gilded Metal and Pearly Cabochon, Fall 1994
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel- (Made in France) Brooch in gilded metal and pearly cabochon. Collection Autumn-Winter 1994. Additional information: Dimensions: 10 L cm Condition: Very good condition Selle...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Rigid Bracelet in Gilded Metal, Fall 1995
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Rigid bracelet in gilded metal and pearly cabochons. Fall-Winter 1995 collection. Additional information: Dimensions: Circumference: 14.5 cm Opening: 3 cm...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel CC Brooch in Gilded Metal, Fall 1995
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel- (Made in France) Brooch in gilded metal centered with a cc logo. Fall-Winter 1995 collection. Additional information: Dimensions: Circumference: 5 cm Condition: Very good co...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Brooch with Glass Paste Cabochons, Resin, Rhinestones and Beads, 1991
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Imposing brooch paved with glass paste cabochons, resin, rhinestones and multicolored beads. Spring-Summer 1991 collection. Additional information: Dimensi...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Brooch in Gilded Metal, Fall 1997
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel- (Made in France) Brooch in gilded metal. Collection Fall/Winter 1997. Additional information: Dimensions: 6.5 H cm Condition: Very good condition Seller Ref number: BRB88
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Bracelet in Gilded Metal with Yellow Glass Paste Cabochons
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel (Made in France) Gilded metal bracelet decorated with glass paste cabochons. Originating from the brand sales. Collection Haute Couture Printemps-Eté 1991. Additional infor...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Brooch Gilded Metal and Glass Paste, Fall 1991
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Brooch in gilded metal and glass paste. Collection 2cc6 -Fall-Winter 1991. Additional information: Dimensions: 7.5 H cm Condition: Very good condition Selle...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Brooch in Gilded Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Brooch in gilded metal. Spring-Summer 1997 collection. Additional information: Dimensions: Height: 6.5 cm, Width: 5 cm Condition: Very good condition Seller...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Brooch in Multicolored Glass Paste, 1993
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Brooch in gilded metal and multicolored glass paste. Cruise collection 1993. Additional information: Dimensions: 6 H cm Condition: Very good condition Sell...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Flower Brooch in Gold Metal and Glass Paste
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Brooch representing a flower in gold metal and glass paste. Additional information: Dimensions: 9 H cm Condition: Very good condition Seller Ref number: BRB18
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Earrings in Gilded Metal and Cabochons, Fall 1994
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Earrings clips in gilded metal and cabochons in glass paste. Fall-Winter 1994 collection. Additional information: Dimensions: 4 W x 4 H cm Condition: Very ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Necklace in Copper Plated Metal and Hard Stone Beads
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Long necklace in copper-plated metal and hard stone beads topped with rhinestones. Fall-Winter 1997 collection. Additional information: Dimensions: Length ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

1995 Vintage Chanel Choker Necklace Double Strand 12mm Faux Pearls Gripoix Clasp
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Chanel double-strand choker necklace finished with a crystal and blue stone textured Gripoix clasp (circa 1995). The necklace features 12mm faux pearls of irregular shape w...
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1990s French Modern Chanel Jewelry

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Crystal, Base Metal

Chanel Long Camellia Necklace in Pearly Pearls
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Long camellia necklace in pearly pearls. Spring-Summer 1999 collection. Additional information: Dimensions: Length : 77 cm Condition: Very good condition S...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Baroque Pearl Necklace in Silver Plated Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Baroque pearl necklace in silver plated metal. Spring-Summer 1998 collection Additional information: Dimensions: L...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Silver Plate

Chanel Pendant Prototype Collection Haute Couture , France, 1990s
By Chanel
Located in Denia, VC
Large unique and daring prototype medallion in gold metal on a large chain with oval links in gold metal. This lovely finely chiseled pendant necklace, the entire pendant being chise...
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1990s French Modern Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Silver Metal Square Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Chanel silver metal square clip on earrings. - Engraved “Chanel Paris” in front and “31 Rue Cambon” at the back. - Size: 2cm x 2cm...
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1990s Italian Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Necklace in Red Glass Beads
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Long necklace of red glass beads. Jewel from the 1980s. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: from 124 cm to 128 cm Condition: Very good condition Se...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel CC Turn-Lock Gold Hardware Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage Chanel CC turn-lock gold hardware chain necklace from year 1996 collection. - CC turn-lock closure. - Size: 42cm length. CC buckle: 4cm x 3cm.
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Unwore Chanel Black Velvet Bow Tie Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Chanel black velvet bow tie brooch. This item has never been used before(Like New). - Size: 20cm x 10cm.(approximately)
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1990s Italian Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Long Necklace in Golden Metal Pastilles
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Long necklace made of golden metal pastilles. Spring-Summer 1993 collection. Additional information: Dimensions: Length : 185 cm Condition: Very good condi...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

1995 Vintage Chanel Choker Necklace Large 14.5mm Faux Pearls Yellow Gold Tone
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Chanel choker necklace with a yellow gold-tone textured toggle clasp (circa 1995). The necklace features 14.5mm faux pearls o...
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1990s French Modern Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Necklace in Gold Metal with Multiple Charms
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Imposing short necklace in gold metal and its multiple charms. 1993 Cruise Collection. Additional information: Dimensions: Length : 42 cm Condition: Very g...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Vintage Chanel Gold Logo Cut Out Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare chanel logo cut out pendant necklace.
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

Rare Chanel Vintage Collection 26 Chunky Woven Chain Choker Necklace 66845
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 66845 Rare Chanel Vintage Collection 26 Chunky Woven Chain Choker Necklace 24k gold plated As seen on Linda Evangelista in he...
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Vintage Woven Chain Collection 27 Pearl Drop Hoop Earrings 65928
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 65928 Chanel Vintage Woven Chain Collection 27 Pearl Drop Hoop Earrings Condition: Excellent For 19 years, Boutique Patina has specialized in sourcing and curating the b...
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Vintage Woven Chain Collection 27 Pearl Teardrop Hoop Earrings 65931
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 65931 Chanel Vintage Woven Chain Collection 27 Pearl Teardrop Hoop Earrings Condition: Excellent For 19 years, Boutique Patina has specialized in sourcing and curating t...
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

Vintage Chanel Starburst Medallion Logo Bracelet 1990
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An iconic Vintage Chanel Starburst Bracelet from 1990. And here we have Chanel and the 1990s. A bracelet created when Victoire de Castellane was at t...
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Earrings in Glass Paste and Gold Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Earrings in gold metal and glass paste. Spring-Summer 1995 collection. Additional information: Dimensions: 9 L cm Condition: Very good condition Seller Ref...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

1990s Chanel Gold, Pearl and Rhinestone Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Classic Chanel earrings from the early 1990s. Features three gold tone twisted metal rings intertwined with three rhinestone details and faux pearl centres. Chanel markings on back. ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

1995 Haute Couture Lucky Clover Chanel Brooch by Gripoix
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Haute Couture brooch by Gripoix, probably circa 1995 in gilded metal, irregular pearly glass beads, white rhinestones and green glass cabochon, equipped with a brooch pin and ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Charm Necklace in Gold Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Short gold metal necklace with charms featuring bags, bows and figurines. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 44 cm Condition: Very good condition ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Vintage Chanel Turnlock Logo Earrings 1997
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning pair of iconic Vintage Chanel Turnlock Earrings from 1997. Here we have Chanel and the 1990s encapsulated in an earring. An earri...
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Pearl Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Chanel pearl bracelet. Additional information: Dimensions: 19-22 L cm Width: 6 cm Condition: Very good condition Sell...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Red Beads Necklace in Gilded Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel (Made in France) Gilded metal choker composed of several strands of red facetted beads. 2cc9 Collection. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 34 cm to 39 cm (13.38" t...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Vintage Chanel Banded CC Logo Earrings 1994
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A pair of truly iconic Vintage Chanel Square Logo Earrings. Here we have Chanel and the 1990s in an earring. An earring created during Victoire de Castellane's time at the helm of ...
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

Amethyst, Garnet and Iolite, 18k white gold ring by Chanel
By Chanel
Located in KERKRADE, NL
An 18ik white gold ring by Chanel. The ring is set with Amethyst, Garnet and Iolite. The ring is size 52 and can't be resized. The ring was made in France in the 1990s. The ring is ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Amethyst, Garnet, Iolite, White Gold

Vintage Chanel Oval CC Logo Earrings 1994
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An incredible pair of Vintage Chanel CC Logo Earrings boasting a fabulous and rarely seen design. Here we have Chanel and the 1990s encapsulated in an earring. An earring created dur...
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL blue striped ribbon & white CAMELLIA Bow Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Camellia brooch in white cotton set on a striped navy blue flat silk bow. Has been worn and is in excellent vintage condition. Measurements Width 7cm (2.7in) ...
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

97P Gripoix Green Glass CC
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel clip-on earrings from 1997 Spring Summer collection by Gripoix in glass paste topped with a small CC logo in gilded metal. Width 2.2cm x height 2.2cm. The earrings are very vi...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Vintage Chanel Gold Tone Gilt Metal CC Logo Lava Brooch 95A
By Chanel
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Chanel Reference: JW431 Measurement : 4.0cm x 3.0cm Material: Gilt Metal Year: 95A Made in France Please Note: the jewelries are guarantee 100% authentic pre-owned therefore ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gold, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

CHANEL antique gold-tone 1994 94P MINI SUSPENDERS CLIPS
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel mini suspender clips in black elastic with logo print anad gold-tone fasteners. These can be used to keep and open jacket closed o...
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

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...
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

Vintage Chanel Gold Tone Gilt Metal CC Logo Lapis Stone Brooch 95A, 1995
By Chanel
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Chanel Reference: JW432 Measurement : 5.5cm x 5.0cm Material: Gilt Metal & Lapis Stone Year: 95A Made in France Please Note: the jewelries are guarantee 100% authentic pre-ow...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Chanel Custom Gold Plated Gilt Metal CC Logo Heart Long Necklace 95P, 1995
By Chanel
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Chanel Reference: JW365 Total Length of Necklace: 58cm Measurement of Chanel Logo: 4x4cm Material: Gilt Metal Year: 1995 Made in France Please Note: the jewelries are guarant...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Chanel Celluloid Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel (Made in France) Celluloid camellia brooch. Additional information: Dimensions: Diameter: 11 cm (4.33 in) Condition: Very good condition Seller Ref number: BrB112
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Vintage Chanel 24k Gold Plated Pearl & "C-h-a-n-e-l" Logo Charm Necklace Sautoir
By Chanel
Located in Studio City, CA
Ca. 1990, iconic and rare Chanel 24k gold plated "C-H-A-N-E-L" logo charm and pearl sautoir. Pearls have a warm tone. Necklace is in very good to excellent condition with scattered a...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Rare Vintage Chanel Gold Diamond CC Layered Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Rare gold layered necklace with diamond shaped CC detailed. Still in beautiful condition, minor white tarnish marks thats still cleanable. Overall still in great vintage condition. G...
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel jewelry & watches for sale on 1stDibs

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Questions About Chanel Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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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