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 Gold CC Filigree Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Collection 26 Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
Gold
CHANEL Vintage Gold Wide Cuff Camelia 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 Vintage Gold Quilted CC Medallion Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated From the Late 1980's - Early 1990's Collection The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with pouch IMPORTANT...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Oversized CC Gold Twined Bracelet, circa 1996
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1996 collection Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Cuff Bracelet with Blue Stone, Circa 1980s
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 p...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Openwork Gold CC Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Collection 28 Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
Gold
CHANEL Vintage Gold Rue Cambon Paris Quilted Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Stunning vintage gold rue cambon cuff bracelet from CHANEL 100% authentic Made in France Gold Plated Very good condition overall aside from light wear and scratches throughout Comes ...
Gold
CHANEL Light Gold Interwoven CC Logo Wide Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2019 collection Gold tone metal The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This i...
Gold
Chanel Black Large Resin Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel Black large resin cuff bracelet featuring a black signature interlocking “CC”, an open back, a plaque pitted at back. Circa 2010s . Made in France Good vintage condition. M...
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 Gold Plated Vintage Quilted CC 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 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 Silver Crystal CC Logo Cat Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2016 Collection The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned piece a...
CHANEL Vintage Gold Woven CC Logo Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1996 collection Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-...
Gold
Major Chanel Black Resin Cuff with Rhinestones from the 2009 Cruise Collection
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This important Chanel black resin and rhinestone cuff was released as part of the 2009 cruise collection. It is in excellent vintage condition and is simply stunning. What a wonderful item to show off in. It gives new meaning to the phrase "if you've got it flaunt it." Hinged on one side and stays closed with a small, round, hidden magnetic clasp on the inside. This oval shaped cuff fits a small to medium size wrist. Measures 2.13 inches wide (north to south). Marked CHANEL 09C...
Iconic Chanel Byzantine Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Chanel cuff based on ancient models and reinterpreted in the the late 1980's by Victoire de Castellane. Hammered antique gold with pate de verre cabochons in various tones. Wo...
Bronze, Gilt Metal
Chanel Vintage Wide Gold Curb Link Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Collection 23 Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
Gold
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Statement Cuff Bracelet, 1997
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1997 collection The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned vintag...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Cuff Bracelet with Blue Stone, Circa 1980s
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 *Note: listing reflects a set which is incorrect. Listing i...
Gold
CHANEL Gold Quilted Cut Out Logo Statement Cuff, 1980s
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 1997 Gold Chain Cuff Camellia Pearl Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1997 collection The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Cuff easily adjustable to fit wrist Comes with box IMPORTANT INFOR...
Gold
Chanel Black Resin Bangle Crystal CC Accents
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 2011 Collection Magnetic closure The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a...
Maison Gripoix for Chanel Byzantine Cruciform Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Rare, enormous Maison Gripoix for Chanel Byzantine Cruciform cuff bracelet. The symmetrical squared oversized cruciform cuff is composed of ruby, emerald, amythest and citrine poured...
Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
CHANEL Vintage Elegant Gold CC Clover Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1995 Collection Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-...
Gold
Chanel Monochrome CC Logo Cuff 2002 Collection
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Chanel Monochrome Logo Cuff. Featuring an arc style design embellished with the iconic CC logo from end to end. Since 1910 when Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel opened her first boutique,...
Chanel Vintage Gold Textured Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Collection 23 Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-ow...
Gold
Chanel Black Crystal "CHANEL" Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in Italy 2018 collection The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box and pouch IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-own...
Chanel Black Resin 3 Button Cuff Bracelet 2018 Fall Collection
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This outstanding, chic black resin Chanel cuff makes a big statement. The three gold tone buttons are highlighted with the CC logo in the cente...
Gold Plate
CHANEL Vintage Gold CC Medallion 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 Vintage Gold CC Logos Statement Bracelet, 1996
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Beautiful Chanel gold large CC logos bracelet 100% authentic Made in France 1996 Collection Gold Plated Very good pre-loved condition overall, light wear and scratches throughout Co...
Gold
Chanel 2015 Brasserie Gabrie Bracelet Manchette CC Fancy Stones Bracelet Cuff
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel "ribbon" bracelet from the Autumn/Winter 2015 collection, inspired by Brasserie Gabrielle, crafted from openwork silver-tone metal and encrusted with white and dark blue (almo...
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 Metiers D'Arte Egypt Collection 2019 Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Sewickley, PA
Chanel Metiers D'Arte Gold Tone Metal Cuff Bracelet. CC monogram on the surface. Measures 5" interior diam., 1-5/8" D x 2-1/2" W
Chanel CC Logo Quilted Matelasse Hinge Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel CC Logo Quilted Matelasse Hinge Cuff Bracelet in very good condition. Matte gold tone plated body in signature interlocking CC Chanel logo shape with a hinge along backside. C...
Chanel White Resin CC Logo Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Brand: Chanel Period/Year: Spring/Summer 2022 Style: Glamorous, statement, classic Chanel. Material: White resin, gold-tone metal, rhinestones. Design: Wide cuff bracelet featuring a...
Chanel Runway 1986 Wide Cuff Bangle w/CHANEL Spelled out In Gold Tone Letters
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Made for Chanel Runway Season 23, this large size cuff/bangle is one of the most sought after iconic Chanel bracelets. The black background is accented with 1 1/2 inch high gold tone...
CHANEL Vintage Gripoix Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL gorgeous vintage hammered gold tone cuff bracelet embellished with MAISON GRIPOIX rectangular purple poured glass cabochons and olive shaped red glass beads, faux pearls and c...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Vintage Faux Pearl Gold Plated CC Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1994 Collection Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-...
Gold
Chanel Pair of Chain decorated Cuffs
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary pair of Chanel chain decorated biker cuffs from the 1980's. Designed by Victoire de Castellane under Karl Lagerfeld, this is the period where all of Chanel's iconograph...
Bronze
CHANEL Vintage Faux Pearl and Gold Tone Bead Multi-Strand Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage four-strand bracelet featuring glass faux pearls (two sizes) and textured gold tone beads. Spring ring clasp. Adjustable length. Embossed CHANEL Made in France. Ind...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Silver CC Curve Large Cuff
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver CC Curve Large Cuff *Marked 17 *Made in Italy -It is approximately 2.25" x 2.25", 2.25" + 1" = 3.25" circum. -One size fits most. -There are some hairline scratches...
Chanel cuff bracelet by Virginie Viard Resort 2023
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - 2023 Resort ready-to-wear Collection under the artistic direction of Virginie Viard. Cuff bracelet decorated with a quilted golden metal cc logo ornamented with rhinestones....
Gilt Metal
Chanel Vintage Gold Toned Openwork CC Logo Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned openwork cuff bracelet featuring a large CC logo at the center. From the Spring 1994 Collection. Embossed CHANEL 94 P Made in France. Indicative measure...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Vintage Gold Toned Quilted Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned cuff bracelet featuring the iconic CHANEL quilted design. Collection n°25 (year : 1990). Jewelry creative director : VICTOIRE DE CASTELLANE. Embossed CHAN...
Gilt Metal
Chanel Massive Bakelite Jeweled Bangles, Maison Gripoix
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Rare and wonderful pair of Chanel Bakelite Jeweled Cuffs with emerald and garnet poured glass elements set in gilt bronze by Maison Gripoix forming Cha...
Bronze, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Chanel Vintage 1997 CC Turnlock and Chains Gold Toned Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned cuff bracelet featuring four rows of rigid chains and a large iconic CC turnlock at center. Fall/Winter 1997 collection. Marked CHANEL 97 A Made in Fr...
Chanel Haute Couture Bracelet CC Metal tweed, fancy pearls and diamonds Cuff New
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel cuff bracelet in aged silver metal covered with sparkling black enamel with brown reflections topped with a large CC logo in tweed-style metal dotted with rhinestones and cabo...
Zircon, Gilt Metal
CHANEL Vintage Gold Plated CC Filigree Medallion Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Beautiful and rare vintage gold cuff bracelet from CHANEL 100% authentic Made in France Signed, CHANEL Gold Plated Very good condition overall aside ...
Gold
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Multicolored Gripoix Poured Glass Bracelet Cuff
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1980s vintage Chanel gold toned cuff bangle adorned with faceted and cabochon Gripoix poured glass. Stamped 25 made in France. Inner circumference measures approximately 16 cm Width ...
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Multicolored Gripoix Poured Glass Bracelet Cuff
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1980s Chanel gold toned cuff bangle adorned with 17 multicolored Gripoix. Stamped 26 made in France. Circumference measures approximately 16 cm Width 3.3 cm Opening 1.6 cm. Comes wit...
$1,632Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage CHANEL Haute Couture Etruscan ornate handcrafted gilded gold cuff bangle
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
vintage CHANEL Haute Couture Etruscan ornate handcrafted gilded gold cuff bangle Reference: BMPA/A00152 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 1990's Haute Couture Materi...
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold CC Crystal Ring Chained Letter Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold CC Crystal Ring Chained Letter Cuff Bracelet * Marked 01 * Made in France * Comes with the original box -Ring size: US 7, Cuff circum: 5" with open end. -In a v...
Chanel Vintage 1988 Gold Toned Coin Charm Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage rare gold toned cuff bracelet featuring a double round striped link chain embellished with 9 iconic coin charms with CC logos, Mademoiselle profiles, perfume bottle, q...
Chanel Black Resin CC Logo Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Brand: Chanel Period/Year: Fall 2024 Style: Chic, statement, timeless Chanel. Material: Black resin, gold-tone metal, white enamel CC logo. Design: Wide cuff bracelet featuring a cen...
$12,750
Chanel Moghul Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Impressive Chanel Moghul style cuff bracelet of ruby and emerald poured glass round and oval cabochons and strung with faux pearl beads. height 1.5". Si...
Gilt Metal, Bronze
Chanel Gold Vintage CC Celtic Medallion 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 Vintage Gold CC Heart Cuff Statement Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France 1995 Collection Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing minimal wear Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-...
Gold
CHANEL Lucite CC Logo Clamper Cuff Bracelet , 2013
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL lucite clamper cuff bracelet embellished with silver tone CC logos and beads. Embossed CHANEL 13 B Made in France. Magnetic clasp closure. Indicative measurements : inner m...
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...
Gilt Metal
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...
Gilt Metal