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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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CHANEL Paris-New York Multicolored Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
CHANEL Paris-New York bracelet in gilt metal set with multicolored crystal. Collection Paris-New York Collection 2018/2019. In very good condition, Made in France. Dimensions: length...
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2010s French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Gilt Metal

Chanel CC Brooch Pink / Lavender / Clear Diamantes
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
rare Chanel CC Diamante Brooch. Faceted Emerald, Square, Oval round diamantes in Pink, Lavender and Clear. Chic and timeless. Silver hardware. Rear Chanel stamp...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL Vintage GRIPOIX Necklace, 1982
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold tone chain necklace featuring pebble shaped MAISON GRIPOIX black glass beads, a faux pearl and black glass drop. Hook clasp closure. Embossed on a round metal t...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Lucite Pearl Inlaid Bangle, Spring 1997
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage lucite bangle bracelet embellished with faux pearl inlaid and gold tone CHANEL logo. Spring collection 1997. Embossed CHANEL 97...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage 1996 Silver Tone Jewelled Turn-Lock Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage 1996 silver tone chain necklace featuring an iconic turn-lock clasp embellished with clear crystals. Fall 1996 Collection. Embossed CHANEL 96 A Mad...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL Vintage Clam Shell Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage brooch featuring an antiqued gold tone 3 dimensional clam shell embellished with black glass beads and a faux pearl drop. Embosse...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Comète Diamond Star Dome Ring in White Gold
By Chanel
Located in Bethesda, MD
A ring from the Comète collection by Chanel which features 107 diamonds, 4 stars and 5 criss-crossing bands in 18kt white gold. This stunning ring has an estimated 2 carats of diamo...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Gold Tone CC Clip-On Earrings, 1994
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone clip-on earrings featuring a CC logo at the center. Collection 29 (collection year : 1994). Embossed CHANEL 29 M...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Iconic No. 5 Perfume Bottle Pin Brooch, 2005
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD iconic No. 5 resin perfume bottle pin brooch with gold tone hardware. From the Spring 2005 Collection. Embossed CHANEL 05 P Made in France. Indicative mea...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage GRIPOIX Necklace, Fall 1993
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD gorgeous vintage gold toned chain necklace featuring MAISON GRIPOIX green glass beads and rectangular links with CC logos, glass faux pearls, green facetted beads and clear crystal rondelles. From the Fall 1993 Collection. Spring clasp closure. Embossed CHANEL 93...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL Paris-Shanghai Metiers D'Art Collection Cuff Bracelet, Pre-Fall 2010
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD marbled dark green resin cuff bracelet featuring a large CC logo on one side and chinese ideograms on the other side. Oxidized gold tone metal hardware. From the Pre-Fall 2010 Metiers D'Art Paris-Shanghai Collection. Push hinge clasp embossed with CC logo. Laser mark CHANEL 10...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Turnlock Clip-On Earrings Fall1997
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic CC earrings by Chanel Fall 1997 Collection Made in France Gold plated Turnlock CC logo Clip-on Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Zero signs of ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Chain Black Leather CC Clip On Earrings, 1994
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage iconic rigid chain domed clip-on earrings embellished with intertwined black leather and featuring a CC logo at the center. Collection n°29 (year : ...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Pre-Fall 2019 Rainbow Rhinestone Statement Necklace
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Set in the Temple of Dendur at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, the Chanel Pre-Fall 2019 runway was a chic mash-up of Ancient Egypt and New York. This rainbow drop st...
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2010s Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Matelasse 1993 Quartz 20mm Watch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
A Chanel watch should be the next piece to add to your watch collection. Simple, small, yet classic and sophisticated, this Matelasse watch from 1993 do...
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Turnlock Leather Chain Bangle Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL antiqued ruthenium patina turnlock logo rigid curb bangle bracelet featuring woven blue leather. Marked CHANEL B12 P Made in Italy. Private sale "S" mark engraved (not visibl...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel openwork circular medallion necklace
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Perfect for a special celebration, this beautiful Chanel pre-owned necklace by Gripoix from the 1980's showcases an alluring openwork design with a blue centered gripoix stone surrou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Long Pearl Necklace 15A
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Nothing screams Chanel more than the pearl necklace. This piece is a beautiful example of a classic Chanel symbol and style in excellent condition. Scat...
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2010s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Camelia 18k Solid Heavy Yellow Gold Flower Ring 56
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Chanel ring from the elegant Camelia collection features the classic flower design crafted in 18k yellow gold. Made in France circa 2010s. Measurements: 0.90" (23mm) wi...
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2010s Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold

Chanel 18k White Gold 1.25 Carat Diamond and Amethyst Swordfish Pin and Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
Designed in a compellingly offbeat manner, this spectacular Chanel necklace also can be worn as a pin. The necklace is made of stylish 18K white gold and decorated with eye-catching ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, White Gold, 18k Gold

CHANEL Vintage Iconic Gold Tone Quilted Flap Bag Dangling Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold tone iconic dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring quilted flab bag topped by a crowned CC logo coin. Embossed CHANEL. Indicative measurements : height approx. 7...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL Vintage Faux Pearl Gripoix Clip-On Earrings, 1982
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold tone clip-on earrings embellished with a dome faux pearl adorned by four MAISON GRIPOIX red glass cabochons. Embossed on one earring CHANEL 1982...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Jewelled CC Turn Lock Brooch, Fall 1996
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone CC turn lock brooch embellished with clear crystals. Fall 1996 Collection. Marked CHANEL 96 A Made in France. ...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Pearl Chained Necklace
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
In excellent condition, with a Chanel pouch, this stunning statement necklace is a great find. Coming from the 2015 collection, this necklace has a double-layered silver chain and fa...
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2010s Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL Sailor Anchor navy black crystal rhinestone CC pin brooch
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Sailor Anchor navy black crystal rhinestone CC pin brooch Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Material: Metal Color: Navy Pattern: Solid Closur...
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2010s French Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Soccer Ball Necklace, Spring 1998
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD gold tone chain necklace featuring a white and clear resin soccer ball with 2 CC logos. Designed on the occasion of the 1998 FIFA World Cup in France. Adjustable hook clasp closure. Embossed CHANEL 98P...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Oversized Dome CC Logos Clip-On Earrings, 1992
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage oversized gold tone dome clip-on earrings featuring CC logos all over. Collection n°27 (year : 1992). Costume jewelry creative director : VICTOIRE D...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL Vintage Massive CC Logo Pendant Necklace, 1985
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage chunky gold tone chain necklace featuring a massive antiqued gold tone CC logo pendant. Spring clasp closure. Embossed CHANEL 1985 Made in...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Curb Link Chain ID Logo Necklace, Spring 2015
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD ruthenium tone curb link chain necklace featuring an ID tag embossed CHANEL. Lobster clasp closure. Laser mark CHANEL B15 P Made in Italy. Indicative meas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL Vintage Iconic Quilted CC Logo Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage iconic gold tone quilted matelasse CC logo clip-on earrings. Embossed © CHANEL and model reference number 2433 Indicative measurements : width approx. 2.4 cm (0.94 i...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel 1990s Gold Vintage Multi CC Cut-Out Bangle Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel '90s Gold Vintage Multi CC Cut-Out Bangle Bracelet Made In: France Year of Production: 1996 Color: Goldtone Materials: Gold-palted metal Hallmarks: CHANEL 96A MADE IN FRANCE ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL gold tone CC medallion coin black acrylic pin brooch
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL gold tone CC medallion coin black acrylic pin brooch Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Material: Acrylic Color: Gold Pattern: Solid Closure: Pin Made in: France CONDITION: Condition: Excellent, this item was pre-owned and is in excellent condition. Hairline scratches on acrylic backing. Comes with: One dust bag. Designer box...
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2010s French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Collectible Chanel Couture Pearl with Green Cross and Dangling Pearls Circa 2005
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Collectible Chanel Couture Pearl with Green Cross and Dangling Pearls Circa 2005. One of the most magnificent Chanel pieces I have ever seen. Th...
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Early 2000s European Artist Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Mixed Metal

CHANEL Vintage CC Medallion Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage chain necklace featuring a CC logo medallion pendant. Gold tone metal hardware. Spring clasp closure. Embossed CHANEL ...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel White Maltese Cross Brooch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Sometimes referred to as the Amalfi cross, the maltese cross became an iconic symbol that appears across many of Chanel's designs. Created by Fulco di Verdura for Coco Chanel, the ma...
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Late 20th Century Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Supermarket collection tweed Camellia brooch 2014
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Chanel Supermarket collection brooch. A huge Camellia is worked in tweed with neon pink, orange, and yellow pops. Finished with a cluster of grey ...
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2010s Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL Faux Pearl Gold Metal Tassel Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 1994 Collection Metal Gold Tone Faux Pearl Clip On Width 1" Drop 3.5" 100% Authenticity Guaranteed
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel CC Logo Exclusive Edition 2017 Wide Dark Navy Blue Leather Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
****** IMPORTANT INFORMATION ****** Please note that the true color of this cuff is DARK NAVY BLUE - NOT black ! CHANEL dark navy blue wide leather cuff bracelet featuring a pale go...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Multi strand coral glass bead necklace
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
From the Autumn 1993 collection, this vintage Chanel necklace displays long layers of chains with coral glass beads and rhinestone rings. Every woman needs a piece of jewelry that no...
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20th Century Chanel Jewelry

Vintage Chanel Chain Logo Charm Bracelet 1980s
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Our Vintage Chanel Logo Charm Bracelet. A stunning statement charm bracelet from the House of Chanel hailing from the uber glam 1980s. The large interlocking CC motif medallion dropp...
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1980s Vintage Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL Vintage Coin Stamp Cuff Bracelet, 1988
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD and VICTOIRE DE CASTELLANE vintage cuff bracelet featuring CC 31 Rue Cambon Paris Coins alterning with acanthus leaves and embossed C H A N E L P A R I S ...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL Vintage CC Gold Bangle Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition From 1994 Collection Metal Gold Tone Inner circumference 7" Width 1.25 " 100% Authenticity Guaranteed
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Late 20th Century Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone Sunburst CC Coin Link Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage antiqued gold tone sunburst coin links bracelet featuring CC logos. Spring clasp closure. Embossed CHANEL Made in France on the reverse of each coin. Indicative mea...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Mesh Chainmail Resin Flower CC Bracelet, Fall 2007
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD brushed light gold tone mesh chainmail bracelet featuring a mobile cross/flower medallion with champagne colour resin caboc...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Chain CC Logos and Faux Pearl Sautoir Necklace, 2016
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD light gold tone chain sautoir necklace featuring faux pearls and three rigid chain CC logos. From the 2016 Collection. Lobster clasp closure. Laser engrav...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Square Women's Evening Wrist Watch
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-Owned Vintage Condition 18K Yellow Gold Faux Pearl Quartz Case 1" Total Length 6.25" 100% Authenticity Guaranteed
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold

Chanel Vintage Pearl Lariat Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Pearl Lariat Necklace is in excellent vintage condition from the 1980’s. 24 karat gold plated chain with faux pearls ancho...
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1980s European Vintage Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Vintage Pearl and Crystal Opera Length Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Pearl and Crystal Opera Length Necklace is in beautiful condition form the 1980’s. Baroque pearls are separated by round s...
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1980s European Vintage Chanel Jewelry

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...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL Vintage Gripoix Oval Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned textured oval brooch embellished with MAISON GRIPOIX glass cabochons and faux pearls. Embossed CHANEL DEPOSE 118. Indicative measurements : width approx. ...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Vintage Pearl and Purple Crystal Satoir Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Pearl and Purple Crystal Satoir Necklace is in excellent vintage condition from the 1981 collection. Rose cut purple crystals and faux pearls are situated on a...
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1980s European Vintage Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL Vintage Massive Pink Resin Faux Pearl Clip On Earrings, 1990
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage massive gold tone chain with intertwined black leather clip-on earrings embellished with pink resin, clear crystals and a large irregular shaped resi...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

chanel quatrefoil style crystal logo brooch 2009 Collection
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A mesmerizingly sparkly Chanel crystal brooch. Featuring large cushion cut glass crystals surrounding a central crystal topped with the iconic in...
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Early 2000s Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Massive Dish Plate CC Clip On Earrings, 1989
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage massive gold tone dish plate shaped clip-on earrings with black CC logos in the center. Collection N°24 (year 1989). Jewelry creative director : VIC...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Vintage Pearl and Gold Link Necklace 1980's
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Pearl and Gold Link Necklace is in excellent vintage condition from the 1980’s. Single faux pearls are situated on a long matte gold linked chain. 22 inches l...
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1980s European Vintage Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL Vintage Byzantine Inspired Gripoix Cuff Bracelet, 1990
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage Byzantine inspired gold tone cuff bracelet embellished with multicolored (green, red and blue) MAISON GRIPOIX faux gem glass cabochons and faux pearl...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Round Black and Gold earrings
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Designed with a large black cabochon set against a gold-toned base, these vintage Chanel earrings feature a beaded detailing embossed into the base, alongside small glimmering rhines...
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20th Century Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Black Leather CC Charm Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Black Leather CC Charm Brooch is in pristine condition. Interwoven black leather and gold chain large interlocking CC pin with four...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Chanel Jewelry

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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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
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    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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