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 White and Gold Enamel Interlocking CC Stud 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 Vintage 2001 Lion Head Black Crystals Logo CC Gold Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2001 Collection The brooch is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vintage ...
Gold
Chanel Gold Chain Link Chunky CC Statement Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2023 Collection The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear and plating fading throughout Measurements approx.: chain length 17", ...
CHANEL Gold Vintage Quilted CC Oval Pendant Statement Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated Spring 1994 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Length: 31...
Gold
CHANEL Black Resin Crystal Inlaid Clamper Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL black resin clamper cuff bracelet featuring a white CHANEL logo and two clear crystal chains inlaid. Spring 2005 Collection. Magnetic closure. Embossed CHANEL 05 P Made in ...
CHANEL Vintage Gold Lariat CC Medallion Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Stunning CHANEL lariat necklace with intricate gold CC medallions DETAILS: Hallmark: Oval tag CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is...
Gold
Chanel FW2007 Boucles d'oreille Clous CC Earrings Studs Medium Black Silver CC M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel stud earrings composed of a finely quilted dark silver metal (ruthenium) Chanel CC logo and a round fancy pearl pendant. Width 1.15 cm x height 2.35 cm. The earrings are deliv...
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 pearly white 21B STRASS CC PEARL HEART Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel heart brooch in pearly white resin exudes timeless elegance with a luminous finish. Accented with beige gold-tone metal ...
Vintage Chanel Black and Ivory Floral Resin Earrings, Made in France
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
An iconic pair of vintage Chanel statement earrings, designed as bold sculptural flowers rendered in ivory-tone resin with striking black lacquer accents. Each earring is centered wi...
Important Moghul Gripoix Collar, Signed Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Unusual Chanel leaf formed bib in the Moghul taste made with 2 tones of turquoise pate de verre. A darker shade lines the neckline while the persian turquo...
Bronze, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal
ArtDeco CoutureCocoChanel lribe MadeInFrance WiredPearl&Glass Earrings, c1928
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Like the initial unbranded couture costume-jewelry since 1924 commissioned by French Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel for her foreign-client ensembles, "Made In France" was stamped on their a...
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Brass
Chanel Long Silver Crystal Drop CC Star 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...
Chanel Vintage 1980s Textured Large White Round Pearl Leaf Relief Lace Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1980s Baroque Textured Large White Round Pearl Leaf Relief Lace Chunky Statement Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. Only very small peel off at o...
Gold Plate
CHANEL Vintage Textured Gold Cuff Statement 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 Gold Chain Vintage Charm Letters 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. 27" Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATI...
Gold
Chanel Gold Crystal CC Statement Hoop Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2022 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-o...
Chanel 2024 Gold CC Clover Stud Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2024 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Circle Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France From the Spring 1994 Collection by Karl Lagerfeld Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Ch...
Gold
Chanel Poured Glass Graduated Pearls
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel's 3 strand hand knotted faux pearl necklace with Gripoix's poured glass clasp of interlocking "CC"s in gilt bronze and pate de verre. Glass caboch...
Gilt Metal, Bronze
Chanel Boucles oreiles Clou Medium CC Silver metal fancy diamonds and pearl
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel stud earrings composed of a Chanel CC logo in blackened silver metal inlaid with rhinestones and a round fancy pearl pendant. Width 1.5 cm x height 2.65 cm. The earrings are d...
Zircon, 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 Classic Silver Crystal CC Stud Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned piece. We have made e...
CHANEL Gold Crystal Interlocking CC Stud Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2024 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 CC Drop Earrings with Crystal Accents
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2024 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 Lion CC Sunburst Vintage Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The brooch is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vintage piec...
Gold
CHANEL Gold CC Chain Leather-Trim Vintage Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: Oval tag CHANEL Made in France 1995 collection The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-own...
Gold
CHANEL Gold 'COCO' Vintage Chain Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: CHANEL bracelet featuring a gold-tone chain and a bold 'COCO' plaque Made in Italy 2002 collection The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IM...
Gold
Chanel Pink Crystal "COCO" Gold Tag Vintage Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Chain: 21" Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned piec...
Chanel Crystal Studded Pearly White CC Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France From the Cruise 2022 Collection by Virginie Viard The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Length: 10" Ma...
Chanel Vintage 1998 CC Coco Logo Abnormal Pentagon Geometric Gold Clip Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1998 98 P Unisex Iconic Classic CC Coco Logo Abnormal Pentagon Geometric Elegant Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very excellen...
Gold Plate
Chanel Gold Leather Woven CC Bow Dangle 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 Vintage Gold Triple CC Textured Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1994 Collection Gold Plated The brooch is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-o...
Gold
CHANEL Large Gold CC Crystal Accent Statement Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2024 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 CC Black Leather Heart 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 Pink Crystal CC Heart Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL 2023 Collection Made in France The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-o...
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Lion Red Tear Drop Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Lion Red Tear Drop Necklace *Marked Chanel and 3102 -The pendant is approximately 2.25" x 1.25". -The chain is approximately 15". -In a very goo...
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Logo Horse Charm Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The brooch is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vintage piec...
Gold
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 80 Black Leather Chain Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel 80 Black Leather Chain Bracelet in a gold-tone features a leather woven metal body, and a toggle clasp closure.
Metal
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Logo Medallion Drop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated Earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vintage piece...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Elegant Gold CC Filigree Bracelet Bangle
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Statement vintage gold CC bangle from CHANEL 100% authentic Made in France Collection 25 Gold Plated Very good condition overall aside from light wear and scratches throughout Comes ...
Gold
Chanel necklace by Karl Lagerfeld Haute Couture 1983
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - A 1983 Haute Couture Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Gripoix Atelier. Multirow costume pearl necklace, golden metal fastener decorated with glass ...
Gilt Metal
CHANEL Camellia Flower CC Clip-On Earrings, 2002
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL gold tone clip-on earrings featuring a camellia flower embellished with black enamel petals and a CC logo. CHANEL Fall 2002 Collection. Marked CHANEL 02A Made in France. In...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Pink Crystal and Faux Pearl Gold CC Heart Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2021 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-o...
Chanel Gold Crystal CC Heart Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2023 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-o...
CHANEL Gold Crystal CC Heart Hoop Long Drop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2023 collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
Chanel Long Pearl Necklace, Metal & Glass, Italy, 2008, Good Condition
By Chanel
Located in CACHAN, FR
CHANEL Beautiful Chanel necklace in metal, glass and pearls. . It is in very good condition. Just 3 rhinestones missing. Very discreet defect.
Pearl
Chanel Vintage Gold CC Crescent Hoop Dangle Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated 1993 Collection The earrings are in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre...
Gold
Vintage Chanel Gold Chain Layered Choker
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Chanel vintage gold chain layered choker necklace. Simple classic statement piece. Length is 45 cm. Comes as is.
Chanel White Pearl Beaded Multi Layer Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
An elegant and eye-catching design from the House of Chanel, this white pearl multi-layer necklace captures the essence of timeless Chanel sophistication with a bold, statement-makin...
Chanel Iconic Bronze and Pearl Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Massive bib with multiple strands of hand made faux baroque pearls of varying sizes mixed with graduated gilt bronze cupid plaques and chains. Based on a famous Chanel necklace c...
$595Sale Price|30% Off
Chanel Pearl & Rhinestone CC Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Chanel CC Rope Bangle, a sculptural statement piece that showcases the house’s iconic symbolism with a refined, modern edge. Crafted in gold-tone metal, the bangle features twisted r...
Chanel Vintage Gold CC Clover Pendant Necklace, 1995
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated 1995 Collection The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: chain length: 33" Comes with box I...
Gold
Chanel NIB Silver CC Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel new in box delicate silver tone necklace with cc pearls pendant and back drop pearl. Maximum length 23.5. Comes with booklet and and ribbon.
Pearl
Chanel Dangle Faux pearl clip on earrings from
By Chanel
Located in Sewickley, PA
Beautiful Chanel Vintage dangle faux pearl 24k gold plated clip on earrings from 94P
Gold Plate
1994 Chanel Gold Brooch with Pearls and Green and Red Gripoix
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This incredibly detailed, lavishly embellished Chanel brooch is from the Fall 1994 collection where the models were bedecked in jewellery made by the Gripoix atelier in France for Ch...
Chanel Sous Le Signe Du Lion 18k Yellow Gold Sautoir Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Chanel Sous Le Signe Du Lion 18k Yellow Gold Sautoir Necklace is a bold tribute to Coco Chanel’s astrological muse, Leo. Measuring 28 inches ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,632Sale Price|20% Off
CHANEL 2022 Bijoux de Couture Orecchini Cross CC crucifix clip on earrings Pair
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 2022 Bijoux de Couture Orecchini Cross gold CC crucifix clip on earrings Pair Reference: AAWC/A01516 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Model: Bijoux de Couture Orecchini ...
CHANEL XL Gold Vintage COCO CHANEL Chain 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
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