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 Vintage Goldtone 1" CC Button Clip-On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Vintage Goldtone Hammered Clip On Earrings Made In: France Year of Production: 1990s Color: Gold Materials: Metal Hallmarks: CHANEL MADE IN FRANCE Closure/Opening: Clip on Ov...
Base Metal
2000s Chanel CC Monochrome Resin Logo Ring
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
A monochrome resin cocktail ring by Chanel for the 2008 Spring summer collection. The transparent resin is set around the classic interlocking CC initials, synonymous with the House ...
CHANEL Vintage Massive Creased Black Resin Faux Pearl Clip On Earrings, 1990
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage massive creased black resin clip-on earrings embellished with a large irregular shaped resin faux pearl. Collection n°25 (year : 1990). Embossed CH...
Gilt Metal
Golden Metal Earrings from the Coco Chanel Period
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal clip-on earrings and glass paste cabochon. Jewelry from the Coco Chanel period. To note, slight lack of gilding. Additional information: Condition: Good condit...
1970s Chanel Goldtone Earrings with Large Rhinestone
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
These classic Chanel 1970s or early 1980s gold plated earrings are of superb quality and condition. An oversized round cut rhinestone encased at the centre of each piece is surrounde...
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Filigree Ball CC Pendant Chain Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC 3 Rings Large Pendant Chain Long Necklace *Marked 95 *Made in France -The total length is 36". -The pendant is 3" x 1.75" -In a very good condition. ...
CHANEL Vintage Gold Plated CC Logo Medallion Flower Chain Necklace 1995
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This wonderful rare, 1995 Chanel gold plated cutout CC logo hammered medallion flower chain necklace has the interlocking CC’s with CHANEL writin...
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Silver Tone Croisière 2000 CC Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage silver tone clip-on earrings printed CC CHANEL - CROISIERE - 2000. From the Cruise 2000 Collection. Embossed CHANEL 00 C Made in France. Indicati...
Chanel Gold Plated CC Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Chanel Material: Gold Plated Dimensions: earrings measure 25mm in diameter Weight: 20.21 grams
Gold Plate
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Gold Tone Metal Beads Cuff Bracelet, 1990
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone five-strand cuff bracelet featuring metal beads. Double hook clasp closure. Adjustable length. Collection n°25 (year : 1990). Jewelry cre...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Vintage Gold Toned Quilted Links Bracelet 1985
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned bracelet featuring two tiered of quilted links and a dangling ball charm with CC logos at the end of the chain. Spring clasp and toggle closure. Marked CH...
1993 Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Floral Textured CC Chain Brooch 93A
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1993 CHANEL gold toned chain in floral textured intertwined CC motif. Stamped 93A made in France. Measures approximately 5.1 x 3.6 cm. Comes with box. Condition: Minor marks on the...
Chanel Vintage Clip-On Earrings, Mother-of-Pearl, Circa 1990, France
By Chanel
Located in CACHAN, FR
Very pretty chanel earrings. vintage pattern. The mother-of-pearl is gone, and a small very discreet discoloration seen on photo. It remains in good condition.
Chanel Silver CC Iridescent Crystal Large Bottle Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver CC Iridescent Crystal Large Bottle Brooch *Marked 17 *Made in Italy *Comes with the original box -It is approximately 2.5" x 1.5". -Very shiny and clean -In a pristin...
Chanel Gold Plated Knot Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Glasgow, GB
Gold plated knot bracelet from Chanel. 24ct gold plated chain with braided style knots and dangling interlocking 'CC' charm. Small oval tag is stamped 'Chanel' and 'CC'. Made in Fran...
Gold Plate
Vintage Jumbo CHANEL CC Logo Lambskin Leather Disc Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Jumbo CHANEL CC Logo Lambskin Leather Disc Earrings Measurements: Height: 1.81 inches (4.6 cm) Width: 1.81 inches (4.6 cm) Weight per Earring: 21 grams Features: - 100% Aut...
Vintage 2001 CHANEL Logo Camellia Orange Violet Rubber Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage 2001 CHANEL Logo Camellia Orange Violet Rubber Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 0.86 inch (2.2 cm) Circumference: 7.28 inches (18.5 cm) Featu...
$3,199Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Vintage XL black enamel logo & purse charm hoop earrings from 1994
By Chanel
Located in Sewickley, PA
CHANEL VINTAGE RARE XL BLACK LOGO & PURSE CHARM EARRINGS 1994 Chanel Vintage Rare XL Black Logo & Purse Charm Earrings VERY G...
Gold Plate
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Matte Texture Large Clip on Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Matte Texture Large Clip on Earrings *Marked 94 *Made in France -Approximately 0.9" x 0.9". -Very classic and pr...
CHANEL Ultra in white gold, black ceramic and diamonds
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
CHANEL Ultra ring in 18k white gold, black ceramic, and diamonds. Original price: €5,950. Condition: excellent condition. Size: 50. Width: 7 mm. Diamond weight: 0.24 carats. Weight: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rare Chanel 19A Egypt Crystal Mesh Rainbow Strass Bracelet Multicolor 68306
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 68306 Exclusive to Lagerfeld's 19A collection - these mesh-crystal bracelets from Karl Lagerfeld's runway show we have available in two pairs - and it took us over a year...
CHANEL Vintage Massive Resin Faux Pearl Crystals Domed Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage massive domed resin clip-on earrings embellished with clear crystals and faux pearl inlaids. Silver tone metal hardware. Embossed CHANEL. Indicative measurements : ...
Gilt Metal
CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone CC Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold tone clip-on earrings featuring a CC logo at the center. Embossed CHANEL Made in France. Indicative measurements : diameter approx. 2.7 cm (1.06 inches). Weigh...
Gilt Metal
Chanel 13A Pink Multicolor Tweed Bangle Bracelet with Gold CC Logo Box NOS
By Chanel
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic Chanel pink tweed bangle bracelet from the 2013 Fall (13A) collection. This couture-style cuff is crafted in Chanel’s signature multicolor tweed and set on a structured gol...
Chanel 70s Pearl Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel 70s highly collectible clip earrings . Gripoix pearl dangle and crystal detail. Come with original pouch or box.
Chanel Gold Snake Lucite Belt/Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel gold snake chain belt/ necklace with three lucite logo details. Excellent condition. Collection spring 97. Comes with original box.
Chanel 2018 Collection Satin Gold CC Logo Link Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel light satin gold finish chain link bracelet from the 2018 fall winter collection. The large disk is 1.8 inches and has a cutout design of the iconic CC logo, the name Chanel a...
Gold Plate
Chanel Vintage 1994 Iconic Black Logo CC Coco Dots Round Circle Clip Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage Unisex 94 P 1994 Iconic Classic Textured Black Enamel Logo CC Coco Round Circle Dots Sun Flower Modernist Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very excellent condition....
Gold Plate
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 Vintage Massive Compact Powder Style Resin Clip-On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage massive black resin and gold tone metal compact powder style clip-on earrings with CC logo at the center. Embossed CHANEL. Indicative me...
Chanel Vintage Silver CC Iridescent Dice 5 Dangle Clip on Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Silver CC Iridescent Dice 5 Dangle Clip on Earrings *Marked 96 *Made in France -It is approximately 1.5" x 0.6". -In a very good condition AB4937-00956
Chanel Silver Star CC Crystal Lavender Bead Long lever Back Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver Star CC Crystal Lavender Bead Long lever Back Earrings *Marked 15 *Made in France *Comes with the original pouch and box -It is approximately 3.5" x 0.75". -It is in ...
Chanel Maltese Cross Gripoix Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel gripoix maltese cross pendant necklace. Collection autumn 2007. Pendant D. 2.5". Comes with original box.
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.
$700 / item
Vintage Chanel Gold Bar Pin
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Vintage Chanel Gold Bar Pin is a truly iconic and luxurious accessory. Chanel, known for its timeless elegance and fashion-forward design, often create...
Gold Plate
Chanel Gold Tone Oval Dangle Crown CC Logo Clip Earrings ‘26‘ 1987 / 1989
By Chanel
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand : Chanel Reference : JW364 Measurement of Earrings : 2cm x 9cm Material : Gilt Metal Year : 1987 /1989 Please Note: the jewelries are guarantee 100% authentic pre-owned there...
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Black Quilt Mother of Pearl XL Clip on Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Black Quilt Mother of Pearl XL Clip on Earrings *Marked Chanel *Comes with the original box -It is approximately 1.5" x 1.5". -Classic and beautiful -...
Chanel Vintage 1990s Medallion CC Logo Sun Gold Plated Brooch Brooche Pin Karl
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
- Gold tone exterior - Made in France - Comes with box - Circa 1994 Condition: The brooch is in overall great condition with no major imperfections Measurements: ( Appro...
Chanel Silver Cat Round Square Princess Crystal Small Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver Cat Round Square Princess Crystal Small Brooch *Marked 17 *Made in Italy -It is approximately 2" x 2". -Very classic and pretty -In an excellent good condition AB412...
Chanel Vintage 'CC' Logo Coin Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Vintage 'CC' Logo Coin Bracelet Gold large link bracelet with five different sized medallion coins. Featuring iconic 'CC' logos embossed to all medallions and signature for ...
24k Gold, Gold Plate
Chanel earrings Haute Couture
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Antique-golden metal clip-on earrings with costume pearly cabochons. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Diameter: 2 cm SKU:BOB226
Gilt Metal
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Bull Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
These vintage CHANEL clip-on earrings are crafted of gold plated metal featuring a bull’s head. Clip on style. Stamped CHANEL. Diameter measures approximately 3.0 cm. Condition - E...
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Filigree Rectangle Clip on Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Filigree Rectangle Clip on Earrings *Marked 95 *Made in France -It is approximately 1" x 0.9"". -In a very good vintage condition AB3995-10023
1990s Vintage CHANEL Massive Coco Coin Bow Brooch Black Gold
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL bow brooch is crafted of silk ribbon bow in black adorned with a gold toned Coco coin. Coin stamped CHANEL. Measures approximately 20 x 7 cm Coin 3 cm. Comes with...
Chanel Gilded Metal Nest Earrings, 1984
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Earrings clips in gilded metal centered of a pearly cabochon. Collection 1984. Additional information: Dimensions: Ø 2.5 cm Condition: Good condition S...
Gilt Metal
Classic Chanel Rare Pink Birds Nest Earclips
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Classic Chanel earclips of pink pate de verre rounded cabochons set in signature handmade birds nest wire setting with pastes by studio Goossens. The s...
Bronze
Rare Chanel 19A Egypt Crystal Mesh Rainbow Strass Bracelet Multicolor 67668
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Store item: 67668 Exclusive to Lagerfeld's 19A collection - these mesh-crystal bracelets from Karl Lagerfeld's runway show we have available in two pairs - and it took us over a year...
Chanel Classic Nail Head Earclips
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Classic Chanel black resin disc and nail head round earclips, edged in signature gilt torsade metal braid. France 1980's. Excellent condition. 1.5"
$1,014Sale Price|35% Off
CHANEL A19 Shootting Star gold CC logo irregular clip on earring cuffs Pair
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DIOR Tribales pealescent red faux pearls crystal orbital pin earrings Pair Reference: AAWC/A01057 Brand: Dior Material: Faux Pearl Color: Red, Silver Pattern: Crystals Closure: Pin ...
Gold
1970's Chanel Gold Chain & Pearls Clip Earrings
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
1970's rare vintage Chanel clip back earrings. Clear lucite with gold chain and mabe' pearls. Excellent condition. 1.5"
Chanel Massive Pendant Chocker New W Box
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Stunning original Chanel oversize pendant necklace. Rigid light gold metal chocker with extension back chain. Gripoix pearl coated beads. Spring summer 2015 Collection. Pendant dime...
CHANEL CC Pearl Cluster Keeper Earrings, Fall 2004
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL antiqued silver tone keeper earrings (for pierced ears) with CC logo featuring a cluster of faux pearls and a metal ball with CC logos and clear crystals. Fall 2004 Collectio...
Chanel Vintage Gold Toned Braided CC Clip-On Earrings, 1993
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned braided design clip-on earrings featuring a CC logo at the center. Collection 28 (collection year : 1993). Embossed CHANEL 28 Mad...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Gold-Plated Strass & Faux Pearl CC Crown Drop Earrings, 2021
By Chanel
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic Chanel CC Pearl and Strass CC Crown Drop pierced earrings. Lots of beautiful bling in these earrings. Let these beautiful earrings make your statement! Elevate your outfit...
Pearl, Gold
Chanel Comete Diamond Rock Crystal Earrings Vintage 18 Karat White Gold
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Overview: Elegant pair of estate Chanel Comete rock crystal & diamond earrings (circa 1999), crafted in 18 karat white gold. Diamonds total an estimated 0.20 carats (0.10 carats e...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Chanel Gold-Plated Metal Clip Earrings with Pearly Cabochon
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Gold-plated metal clip earrings with pearly cabochon. Additional information: Dimensions: Ø 3 cm Condition: Very good condition Seller Ref number: BOB229
Gilt Metal
Chanel Vintage Rare 1994 Iconic Large Gold Glow Diamond Square CC Coco Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage Unisex 1994 94 P Iconic Large Logo CC Coco Glow Diamond Square Modernist Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. A very beautiful ...
Gold Plate
Chanel Vintage Rare 1988 Iconic Matelassé Quilted Medallion Round Gold CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1988 Unisex Logo CC Coco Matelassé Quilted Medallion Round Circle Chunky Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. Very light dark spots, barely n...
Gold Plate
Chanel Gold CC Faux Baroque Heart Pearl Heart Gold Dangling Piercing Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Faux Baroque Heart Pearl Heart Gold Dangling Piercing Earrings *Marked 22 *Made in Italy *Comes with the original box, pouch and booklet -It is approximately 2.25" x...
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Blue Stone CC Dangle Clip on Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Blue Stone CC Dangle Clip on Earrings * Marked 94 * Made in France -It is approximately 1.75" x 0.9" -It is very classic and pretty. -In a very good vint...
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