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.
Iconic Chanel Turquoise Cluster Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
One of Mlle. Chanel's most popular brooch designs. Handmade Pate de verre beads made to simulate turquoise matrix set in a gilded bronze web scattered with pastes. Often purchased a...
Chanel Pink Enamel Gold CC Dangle Statement Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2022 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
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...
Iconic Chanel Turquoise Cluster Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
One of Mlle. Chanel's most popular brooch designs.
Handmade Pate de verre beads made to simulate turquoise matrix set in a gilded bronze web scattered with pastes.
Often ...
Bronze
$912 / set
Chanel Gold Tone Coco Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel "Coco" earrings featuring a gold-tone signature “COCO” with faux-pearls details, a plaque pitted at back. They come as a pair. Circa 2000s Made in France Good vintage condi...
CHANEL Gold CC Plate Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2021 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
Victoire De Castelane for Chanel Necklace/Belt
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Victoire De Castelane for Chanel necklace/belt. In perfect condition, made in France. From the 70's with the Chanel CC charm.
Chanel Vintage Iconic Unisex Coco CC Round Circle Openwork Gold Long Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage Unisex Logo Coco CC Spiral Round Circle Openwork Long Pin Brooch, Gold Tone Very excellent condition, but only colour loss at the base. 100% Genuine. A very beautif...
Gold Plate
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 Pearl Detail Oversized Hoop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Pearl Detail Oversized Hoop Earrings From Spring 2014 Ready To Wear Collection are these champagne gold hoop earrings with oversized faux pearl detail to each earring. Detai...
Vintage Chanel Gold-Plated Rhinestone CC Button Clip-On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
These Chanel clip-on earrings feature a circular button-style design centered with the house’s interlocking CC motif in twisted gold-tone metal. A halo of round clear rhinestones sur...
Gold Plate
Chanel Vintage Gold Large Textured Sunburst Radial Spiral Round CC Coco Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1980s Unisex Textured Large Logo CC Coco Sunburst Starburst Radial Spiral Round Circle Elegant Modernist Chunky Statement Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very good conditi...
Gold Plate
$1,330 / set
1995 Faux Pearl and Gilt Metal Clip-on Earrings
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Outstanding 1995 Faux Pearl and Gilt Metal Clip-on Earrings. These earrings feature a large central faux pearl with 6 House logos woven around the edge with gold coloured gilt metal....
Gilt Metal
CHANEL silver 21A CHATEAU DES DAMES PEARL & STRASS Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel CC brooch in dark silver-tone metal is an elegant statement piece, adorned with large pearly white resin cabochon pearls and shimmering small crystals. The...
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Heart Shaped Statement Brooch, c 1993
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1993 Collection Gold Plated The brooch is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
Gold
Vintage CHANEL gold CC logo pearl designer runway clip on earrings
By Chanel
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CHANEL Made in France • gold plated with glass pearls • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal...
Chanel Vintage Gold CC Floral Faux Pearl Clip On Statement Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 94 A Collection Gold Plated The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Windmill Pearl Clip on Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Windmill Pearl Clip on Earrings *Marked Chanel -It is approximately 1.45" x 1.45". -Classic and beautiful -In a very good condition. 2040-44768
Chanel Gold CC Mini Pearl Round Piercing Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Mini Pearl Round Piercing Earrings *Marked 04 *Made in Italy -It is approximately 0.75" x 0.75". -Classic and beautiful -In a pristine condition AB3034-00994
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Rope Cross Large Clip on Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Rope Cross Large Clip on Earrings *Marked 28 *Made in France *Comes with the original box -It's approximately 1.5″ x 1.3″. -Very pretty and classic -I...
$2,691
Chanel bracelet 1930s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - Silvery metal four-row bracelet with rhinestones. A Collection circa 1930 - Gabrielle Chanel era. Not signed. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 18 cm SK...
CHANEL Gold Purple Coco Heart Crystal Hoop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2022 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
Classic Chanel Bar Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
A twisted gilt wire with a faux pearl cabochon. Chanel has been photographed often in variants of this brooch. Simply iconic and timeless like its creator. Executed by Goossens works...
Chanel CC 24kt Gold Clip-On Earrings, 1996
By Chanel
Located in Salt Lake Cty, UT
Authentic, gorgeous Chanel CC 24kt gold clip earrings. Additional Information: Material: 24kt gold Brand: Chanel Place of Origin: France Hallmarks/Signature: Marked: 96A 1996 Dimens...
24k Gold
Vintage Chanel Jumbo Black Leather and Gold Tone Earrings 1 13/16 inch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These Vintage Chanel Jumbo Black Leather and Gold Tone earrings are for the lady who likes to make a big statement. They measure just under 1 7/8 inches in diameter. From the Chanel 29...
Iconic Chanel Turquoise Cluster Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
One of Mlle. Chanel's most popular brooch designs. Handmade Pate de verre beads made to simulate turquoise matrix set in a gilded bronze web scattered with pastes. Often purchased a...
CHANEL Vintage Coral and Gold CC Faux Pearl Dangle Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1996 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vinta...
CHANEL gold-tone 91P IMITATION PEARL & LEATHER CHAIN Earrings Ear Clips
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel clip-on earrings feature a luminous pearly white imitation pearl wrapped in the house’s iconic gold-tone double chain interwoven with black leather. A tim...
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 Vintage Jewelled Iconic CC Turn Lock Clip-On Earrings Fall 1996
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned iconic CC turn lock clip-on earrings embellished with clear crystals. Fall 1996 Collection. Marked CHANEL 96 A MADE IN FRANCE. Indicative measurements : ...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Super Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Nail Brush Mascara Piercing Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Super Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Nail Brush Mascara Piercing Earrings *Marked 04 *Made in Italy *Comes with the original box -It is approximately 1.75" x 0.75". -It is a ve...
CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone Radiant CC Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold tone clip-on earrings featuring a CC logo at the center with a radiant background. Embossed CHANEL Made in France. Indicative measurements : diameter approx. 3 ...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Large Silver-Tone and Crystal Embellished CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel large silver-tone and crystal embellished CC brooch featuring a silver-tone signature interlocking CC logo, white crystal embellishment, a back bar-pin a logo plaque. Circa 2...
Chanel Vintage 2006 Gripoix Maltese Cross Starburst Orange Pearl Chunky Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 2006 Iconic Unisex Gripoix Huge Massive Large Byzantine Maltese Cross Cruciform Starburst Orange Poured Glass Cabochon Logo CC Coco White Pearl Domed Chunky Statement ...
Silver
Chanel Golden Metal Earrings, Pearls and Red Glass Paste Cabochons, Fall 1989
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -Golden metal earrings, pearly pearls and red glass paste cabochons. Ready-to-wear collection Fall-Winter 1989. Additional information: Dimensions: Ø 4 cm Condition: Very goo...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Vintage Iconic Large Gold Circle Coco Cross Knot Hoop Drop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1970s Unisex Large Classic Iconic Round Circle Logo Coco CC Cross Knot Bow Twist Drop Hoop Dangle Drop Clip On Earrings, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Ge...
Gold Plate
Vintage CHANEL Coco Double Buckle Black Leather Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage CHANEL Coco Black Leather Buckle Cuff Bracelet Measurements: Height: 2.56 inches (6.5 cm) Circumference: 6.50 inches to 8.27 inches (16.5 cm to 21 cm) Features: - 100% Authentic CHANEL. - Wide black leather with engraved COCO on the leather. - Double buckle fastener with engraved CHANEL. - Gold tone hardware. - Signed Chanel 01...
Chanel Renaissance Quatrefoil Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Chanel renaissance style brooch quatrefoil in form of turquoise pate de verre and multiple pearls. This style of brooch was one of Chanel's "Fords" ...
Bronze
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 Haute Couture Boucles Oreilles 1990s Gripoix Green Glass Clip on earrings
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Haute Couture earrings circa 1990 by Gripoix, XL clip-on style in gold-tone metal, adorned with a large glass cabochon surrounded by square rhinestones. Earring diameter: 4.75...
Gilt Metal
Vintage Chanel COCO CHANEL Floating Pearl Hair Barrette Spring 2008
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An exceptional and very long Vintage Chanel Hair Slide or French barrette. Featuring a fabulous monochrome COCO CHANEL spell out design. The spell out, cleverly created setting whole...
Chanel Gold Plated Logo Clip On Earrings 1990s
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Fabulous Chanel gold plated clip on earrings, featuring the Chanel logo. Measuring length 4.1cm / 1.6 inches by width 3.5cm / 1.37 inches. They are in very good condition. These are...
Gold Plate
1980's Chanel Original Dangle Flap Earrings with Box
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel authentic and mint condition original 80s flap bag earrings . Designed by Victoire de Castellaine, collection 2 5. Come with original box .
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 gold-tone 92A IMITATION PEARL CC TRIM Clip Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel clip-on earrings feature a luminous pearly white imitation pearl cabochon framed by a sculpted gold-tone bezel adorned with interlocking CC motifs. A clas...
Chanel Vintage Pearl Gold Plated CC Fuchsia Crystal Piercing Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Pearl Gold Plated CC Fuchsia Crystal Piercing Earrings * Marked 04 ( Missing one hallmark) * Made in France -It is approximately 0.75" x 0.45" -In a very good vinta...
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC black Gold Rim Earrings As seen on Nicole Richie
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC black Gold Rim Clip on Earrings As seen on Nicole Richie * Marked 95 * Made in France -Approximately 1.1" -There are some paint chips. AB2955-09452
Chanel 1986 Vintage Matelassé Gripoix Iconic Rare Blue Gold Sapphire Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1986 Unisex Gripoix Sapphire Clear Blue Matelassé Quilted Logo CC Coco Round Circle Cabochon Symmetric Fan Elegant Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very good cond...
Gold Plate
Chanel Vintage Radiant Pearl Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage massive gold toned clip-on earrings featuring a radiant design with a faux pearl at the center. Embossed CHANEL Made in France. Indicative measurements : diameter ap...
Gilt Metal
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 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 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...
Chanel CC Black Comete Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel CC Black “Comete” brooch featuring a crystal embellishment signature interlocking “CC”, a back pin closure, a plaque pitted at back. Circa 2010s Good vintage condition. Made ...
Chanel 1990's Gold Plated Clip On Earrings With 3 Logo CC Ball Cluster Spheres
By Chanel
Located in North Miami, FL
These ultra fabulous, unusual and sculptural signed period vintage Chanel gold plated 3 cluster ball or sphere clip on earrings are so chic. They are geometric and have the signature interlocking CC's on each ball. From the 90's. They are signed Chanel 27...
Gold Plate
Chanel Brand New Light Gold CC Bead Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Light Gold CC Bead Brooch *Marked 22 *Made in Italy *Comes with original box, pouch, booklet, tag, camellia and ribbon *Brand New -App...
Chanel Anglo Indian Tiered Gripoix Earrings
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Long Anglo Indian styled earrings by Chanel. Made by hand by Maison Gripoix in Paris. Black molten glass is "poured" into handmade settings with ...
Gilt Metal, Bronze
Chanel Vintage 1995 Gripoix Ruby Cabochon Crystals Logo CC Coco Square Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1995 95 A Gripoix Ruby Red Logo CC Coco Cabochon Crystals Square Cube Round Circle Clip On Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. Maybe light scratches and colour...
Gold Plate
Rare Chanel 1988 24k Gold Plated Logo Medallion Necklace Sautoir Belt
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Exceptional and highly collectible vintage Chanel convertible necklace and belt from the 1988 collection, designed during Karl Lagerfeld’s iconic era at the House of Chanel. Crafted ...
$1,106
Chanel 11A round brooch
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
CHANEL 11A CC Round Brooch 5.2 cm Very good condition. No original packaging.
Chanel Gold Plated CC Ribbon Tear Drop Ribbon Large 2 in 1 Clip on Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Ribbon Tear Drop Ribbon Large 2 in 1 Clip on Earrings *Marked 96 *Made in France -It's approximately 2.5" x 1.55". -Wear it as a set or separately -In...
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