Chanel Brooches
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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Creator: Chanel
Chanel Brand New Silver CC Star Bow Crystal 3 Pins Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Silver CC Star Bow Crystal 3 Pins Brooch
* Marked 21
* Made in France
*Comes with the original box, pouch, booklet and camellia flower
*Brand New
-It is approximat...
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2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
1980s Vintage CHANEL Camellia Ribbon Brooch Black White
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL camellia brooch is crafted of off-white ribbons adorned with a black polyester camellia. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Measures approximately 14 x 7 cm. Comes wi...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold Frame Pearl Crystal Large Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold Frame Pearl Crystal Large Brooch
*Marked 14
*Made in France
-Approximately 2.1″ x 1.5″.
-Very classic and beautiful
-The top 3 pearls are ...
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2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Amazing Chanel CC brooch in silver and white
Condition : excellent
Made in France
Material : silver metal and resin
Color : mat silver, white
Dimensions : 5 ...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
$779
1994 Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned CC Brooch Large
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL gold toned brooch is crafted of gold plated metal featuring a CC logo. An exquisite vintage Chanel piece from the era of true workmanship. Stamped CHANEL 94A made...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
1990s Vintage CHANEL Linen Camellia Brooch Dark Pink
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL camellia brooch is crafted of dark pink linen. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Diameter measures approximately 8.5 cm. Comes with box.
Condition: Generally in goo...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
Coco Chanel Byzantine Heart Crest Brooch
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Coco Chanel Early Byzantine heart brooch, The silvered metal heart set with crystal pastes and appliqued with faux emerald hand formed pate de verre ro...
Category
1960s French Byzantine Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Brass
Chanel Rare Silver CC CHANEL Chain Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Silver CC CHANEL Chain Pin Brooch
*Marked in 02
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-CC pin is approximately 0.75″ x 0.6″ and CHANEL brooch is approximately 2″...
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Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Rare Gold CC Moon Star Black Crystal 3 Pins
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Gold CC Moon Star Black Crystal 3 Pins
*Marked 08
*Made in Italy
*Comes with original box and dustbag.
-CC is approximately 1.25″ x 1″
-Star is approximately 1.1″ x 1″....
Category
Early 2000s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
1990s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Gripoix Byzantine Brooch Clover
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage Chanel Byzantine clover brooch is crafted of gold toned metal featuring multi-colored Gripoix and tear drop fauxpearls. Stamped 97A made in France. Measures approximatel...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone Quilted Bag Dangle Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold tone dangle brooch featuring an iconic quilted bag topped by a crowned CC medallion.
Embossed CHANEL.
Indicative measurements : height approx. 7.8 cm (3.07 inch...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Brand New Gold CC Cocobana Pearl Dangle Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Gold CC Cocobana Pearl Dangle Brooch
*Marked 21
*Made in Italy
*Comes with original box, pouch, booklet, tag, ribbon and camellia
*B...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
Coco Chanel Byzantine Heart Crest Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Coco Chanel Early Byzantine heart brooch, The silvered metal heart set with crystal pastes and appliqued with faux emerald hand formed pate de verre ro...
Category
1960s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
1990s Vintage CHANEL Leather Camellia Brooch Black
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL camellia brooch is crafted of laminated leather in black. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Diameter measures approximately 9 cm. Comes with box.
Condition: General...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL A17C crystal CC logo gold tone star motive badge style pin brooch
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL A17C crystal CC logo gold tone star motive badge style pin brooch
Reference: GIYG/A00282
Brand: Chanel
Collection: A17C
Material: Metal
Color: Gold, Clear
Pattern: Solid
Closu...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Early Chanel Medieval Pendant Brooch by Goossens
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Early Chanel Medieval Pendant Brooch by Goossens in signature colors. Stones are set right side up and upside down as is often in jeweled Chanel pieces. F...
Category
1960s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Bronze
Chanel Vintage Gripoix Brooch Multicolor
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel vintage brooch in gold with multicolored stones. As well as four crystals surrounding one stone in the middle. At the back of the brooch i...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Byzantine Crystal & Poured Glass CC Brooch 2005
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A beautiful Chanel Crystal Brooch from 2005.Designed in a Byzantine style. Featuring four large green faceted crystals interspersed with an equal...
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Early 2000s Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage 1990s Light Blue Gripoix Class Brooch Pin
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Vintage '90s Light Blue Gripoix Brooch
Made In: France
Year of Production: 1990s
Color: Light blue, goldtone
Materials: Gripoix glass, metal
Hallmarks: CHANEL MADE IN FRANC...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Rare Gold CC Moon Star Black Crystal 3 Pins
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Gold CC Moon Star Black Crystal 3 Pins
*Marked 08
*Made in Italy
*Comes with original box and dustbag
-CC is approximately 1.25″ x 1″
-Star is approximately 1.1″ x 1″.
...
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Early 2000s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Quilted CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANL gold toned brooch is crafted of gold plated metal featuring an intertwined CC in a quilted pattern. Stamped 2 9 CHANEL made in France. Measures approximately 5.6 x...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage 1988 Long Trio Camélia Flower White Pearl Pearls Chunky Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1988 Unisex Long Large Trio Camélia COCO Flower White Pearls Chunky Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone
Very good condition. Very light scratches on faux pearls, bare...
Category
1980s French Art Deco Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
CHANEL Gold Plated Baroque Faux Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Praha 4, Hlavní město Praha
Chanel late 1980s Baroque Faux Pearl Brooch.
Material: Gold tone Metal/ Gold Plated, Faux Pearl.
Dimensions: H 5 x W 5 cm (approx.)
Made in France.
Packaging: Genuine Box.
Condit...
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1980s French Baroque Vintage Chanel Brooches
1980s Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Gold Plated Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Circa 1970s-1980s Chanel 31 Rue Cambon 18k Gold Plated Brooch is a stunning accessory that embodies the timeless elegance and luxurious charm of the Chanel brand. Crafted to repl...
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Late 20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Chanel CC Rhinestone-Embellished Bow Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel 2000s CC rhinestone-embellished bow brooch featuring bow motif, signature interlocking CC logo to the front, a bar-pin fastening and a back plaque.
Circa 2000s . Made in Fra...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Gold Toned Braided Rope Design CC Logo Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned rope design brooch featuring CC logo at the center.
Collection N°28 (year : 1993).
Embossed CHANEL 2 8 Made in France.
Indicative measurements : diameter...
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20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Early Signed 1950s Goossens Pearl Blue Pate De Verre Quatrefoil Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This exquisite vintage Chanel brooch, crafted in the 1950s, is a masterpiece of haute couture jewelry designed by the renowned Robert Goossens. It features a quatrefoil design inspir...
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1950s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel cc brooch 2024
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal cc brooch ornamented with multicolored rhinestones. A 2024 Collection.
Condition:
Very good condition
Dimensions:
Height: 4 cm
SKU:BR99
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
$1,170
Chanel Gold Crystal & Pearl Bow CC Brooch 2006
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A fabulous Vintage Chanel Bow Logo Brooch. Crafted in antiqued gold hammered metal with full faux pearls and crystals adorning. The iconic CC charm drop set with crystals on both sid...
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Early 2000s Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Vintage Massive Gold Tone Resin Swirling Rope Glass Cabochon Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage massive gold tone resin swirling rope design brooch embellished with red and amber color textured glass cabochons/drop.
Embossed CHANEL Made in France.
Indicative me...
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20th Century French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL by ARTHUS BERTRAND Paris Vintage Rectangular Uniform Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by ARTHUS BERTRAND vintage rectangular brooch featuring a black background with C-H-A-N-E-L letters in a gold tone setting.
This brooch was part of a CHANEL employee uniform....
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20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
CHANEL blue striped ribbon & white CAMELLIA Bow Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Camellia brooch in white cotton set on a striped navy blue flat silk bow. Has been worn and is in excellent vintage condition.
Measurements
Width 7cm (2.7in)
...
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1990s Chanel Brooches
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Dangling Leaves Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Dangling Leaves Brooch
*Marked 95
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It's approximately 2.5" x 1.5"
-Absolutely gorgeous and beautiful...
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1990s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Openwork golden metal rounded brooch. 2cc5 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Diameter: 5.5 cm
Seller Referenc...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Gripoix 1980 Brooch Paris
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel vintage brooch 1980 Made in France stamped on the back. Nice stars made with strass with one red melted glass from Gripoix on the middle.
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Clover Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Clover Brooch
*Marked 94
*Made in France
-It is approximately 2" x 2".
-In an excellent condition.
AB2944-00718
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
1990s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL gold toned brooch is crafted of gold plated metal featuring a CC logo. A simple and timeless vintage chanel to compliment your everyday look. Stamped CHANEL 93P m...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Sailor Wheel Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Sailor Wheel Pearl Brooch
*Marked 94
*Made in France
*Comes with original box
-It is approximately 2.5" x 2.5".
-Very unique and classic
-In a good cond...
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Materials
Base Metal
Chanel Vintage 1996 Large Matelassé Logo CC Coco Clover Cross Openwork Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1996 Unisex Large Classic Massive Matelassé Crush Logo CC Coco Clover Cross Openwork Interlocked 96P Chunky Statement Modernist Elegant Brooch, Gold Tone
Very good co...
Category
1990s French Art Deco Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
1990s Vintage CHANEL Massive Silk Camellia Brooch Black
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL massive camellia brooch is crafted of 100% silk fabric in black. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Diametc measures approximately 11 cm. Comes with Chanel white box ...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage 1985 Gripoix Cabochon Ruby Emerald Amethyst White Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1985 Unisex Iconic Gripoix Cabochon Ruby Emerald Amethyst Red Green Purple White Pearl Textured Poured Glass Abnormal Chunky Statement Long Bar Brooch, Gold Tone
Very...
Category
1980s French Art Deco Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Openwork Golden Metal Brooch, 1990s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Openwork golden metal rounded brooch. 2005 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 6 cm
SKU:BRB205
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Silver CC Crystal Clover Leaf Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver CC Crystal Clover Leaf Brooch
*Marked 08
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 2.25" x 2".
-Crystals are still very shiny.
-It is one of t...
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Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel CC Golden Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning gold Chanel CC brooch
Condition : excellent
Made in France
Material : gold plated metal
Color : golden
Dimensions : 5 x 3 cm
Hardware : gold plated metal
Stamp : yes
Year :...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel brooch Pre-fall 2024
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch with blue, red, and white glass paste cabochons. 2024 Pre-fall Collection under the artistic direction of Virginie Viard.
Condition:
Ve...
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2010s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Silvery Metal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Silvery metal brooch enameled with black.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 5 cm
SKU:BR39
Category
15th Century and Earlier French Antique Chanel Brooches
Chanel Large Gold Tone Rue Cambon Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel large "Rue Cambon" brooch featuring an embossed Chanel Boutique detail, a safety bar-pin fastening, a back pitted plaque.
Made in France, pitted Chanel plaque
Circa 1980s.
D...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
1990s Vintage CHANEL Massive Bow Brooch Black
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL massive bow brooch is crafted of silk ribbon in black. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Measures approximately 28 x 6 cm.
Condition: Very good vintage condition w...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Couture Chanel butterfly brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Collector : Chanel butterfly brooch in molten glass from the ready to wear collection of 2015
Condition : very good
Made in France
Model : br...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
1997 Chanel Coral Enamel Gold Hammered Clover Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Vintage classic brooch in gold with coral enamel center detailing. Beautiful piece. Sizing around 6 cm. Comes as is.
Category
1990s Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brooch/Pendant in Gold Metal and Glass Paste
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Brooch/pendant in gold metal and glass paste.
Woloch workshop for the house of chanel.
Additional information:
Dimensions: 6 cm x 6 cm
Condition: Very goo...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
1990s Vintage CHANEL Massive Cotton Camellia Brooch Pink
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL massive camellia brooch is crafted of cotton canvas in pink. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Diameter measures approximately 10.5 cm. Comes with tag (94P) and box....
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
1998 Chanel Cream Camellia Flower Fabric Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The 1998 Chanel Cream Camellia Flower Fabric Brooch is a timeless piece that embodies the essence of Chanel’s aesthetic, blending sophistication with romanticism. Crafted from luxuri...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
Vintage Chanel Starburst Brooch Pin c2001 Large Crystal Yellow Gold Tone
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Chanel Large Starburst crystal brooch (circa 2001) crafted in yellow gold tone.
Small crystals are set into the large starburst motif. Large...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Chanel Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Base Metal
Chanel 1994 Vintage Iconic Goldtone & Leather Laced Charm Brooch
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel 1994 Iconic Leather Laced Charm Brooch. Features Coco Chanel perfume bottle, shamrock, camellia, lion head, quilted bag, high heel, number five, and star charm.
Made In: France
Year of Production: 1994
Color: Goldtone and black...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
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...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel brooch 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal plier-like brooch ornamented with Swarovski rhinestones. Collection from the beginning of the 1980s.
Condition:
Good condition
Dimensions:
7....
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
$1,731
Chanel Gold Tone CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel gold tone brooch featuring signature interlocking CC logo, round-cut crystal embellishments, engraved logo, a safety bar-pin fastening, ...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold CC Crystal Red Corner Flower Small Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Small Gold CC Crystal Red Corner Flower Small Brooch
*Marked 05
*Made in France
-Approximately 1.5" x 2.1"
-Very pretty and classic
2065-41518
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone CC Medallion & Faux Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold tone medallion CC brooch embellished with a faux pearl drop.
Embossed CHANEL 94A Made in France.
Indicative measurements : height approx. 6.2 cm (2.44 inches) /...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel brooches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Chanel brooches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gilt metal. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Chanel jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Chanel crystal brooches, from our inventory of 7, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 371 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider brooches by and Herve Van Der Straeten. Prices for Chanel brooches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $250 and tops out at $200,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $1,442.
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Questions About Chanel Brooches
- Are Chanel earrings real gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021All of Chanel's fine jewelry is made with 18K Gold (both yellow and white) and platinum and all of the diamonds used have very high clarity and color with a perfect set, resulting in some of the highest quality jewelry.
- Are Chanel pearls real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
- How much is a Chanel tote?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Chanel tote's price can vary on the second depending on size, model, condition, and age. New Chanel small clutches start at around $1,900 while totes and other purses fetch $4,000-$5,000.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can authenticate a Chanel brooch by checking the back for a little oval stamp or embossed mark. It should be noted that some of the oldest jewelry pieces were not marked, but these pieces are extremely rare and do not often come up for sale. Most of the Chanel jewelry and brooches you will find are from the 1980s or later and will include an oval tag, plate, or stamp. Shop expertly vetted Chanel jewelry from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The latest prices for the Chanel wallet on chain is $3,100. There are many variations of this classic design, with some selling for closer to $2,100.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Depending on the bag's material, a vintage Chanel can be quite expensive. For instance, a vintage crocodile top handle bag costs around $130,000. The classic quilted leather bag is around $10,000.
- Is Chanel a luxury brand?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, Chanel is one of the most desirable luxury brands in the world. This top-class designer brand creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the best-known talent in the fashion world. Find many Chanel accessories and apparel on 1stDibs.
- What does Chanel 5 smell like?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel No. 5 smells like a subtle mix of florals, including rose, ylang-ylang, jasmine, lily of the valley and iris, sandalwood, and a hint of vanilla. Chanel No. 5 is one of the most popular scents in the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Although costume jewelry is usually more affordable because many Chanel costume pieces have a timeless style as well as good craftsmanship, they hold their value and so can be sold at an expensive price.
- What is Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel is a luxury French fashion house founded by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel in 1910. Focused on women’s ready-to-wear clothing and haute couture, Chanel is most famous for the 1921 perfume Chanel No. 5, the 1925 Chanel Suit and the iconic 1926 little black dress, which remains a staple in women’s closets around the world to this day. Shop a collection of vintage and designer Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What is Chanel Matelasse?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel Matelasse is a quilted Chanel bag. It's an emblem of the Chanel brand. Chanel Matelasse bags and other Chanel bags can be found on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There 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.
- Do Chanel bags go up in value?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- How much is a Chanel purse?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The 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.
- Where are Chanel bags made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel 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.
- When was Chanel founded?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Chanel 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, 2021Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
- Why is Chanel so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel 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.
- Who is Chanel owned by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel is owned by Alain Wertheimer and Gérard Wertheimer. They are the grandsons of Pierre Wertheimer, the business partner of Coco Chanel, who founded the luxury fashion house in 1909. Shop a wide range of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- Where is Chanel manufactured?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel is manufactured in a number of locations. The French luxury fashion house has factories in France, Italy and Spain. Their sunglasses come from a factory in Italy. You can find a large selection of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- What does Chanel sell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Chanel sells a variety of items. The French luxury fashion house offers ready-to-wear apparel, shoes, jewelry, watches, eyewear, fragrances, cosmetics and skin care products. In addition, Chanel is well known for its small leather goods and bags, such as its iconic 2.55 Flap Bag. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Chanel apparel and accessories.
- What is a Chanel Reissue?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Chanel Reissue 2.55 is the updated version of the classic Chanel 2.55 handbag. Inspired by Coco Chanel’s original design from 1955, the Reissue 2.55 was released in 2005 as a homage to the original. The reissued version is considered more modern in design with slight modifications in the lock, leather, handle and flaps. Shop a wide range of the Chanel classic 2.55 and the Reissue 2.55 on 1stDibs.
- Who is the designer of Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 7, 2024The designer at Chanel was Virginie Viard until she stepped away from her role in June of 2024. Viard started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s “right arm and my left arm” according to Lagerfeld, who injected Chanel with a frisson of modernity from his first collection at the venerable brand.
In addition to 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.
Viard's successor had yet to be named as of June 2024.
Find vintage Chanel handbags, evening dresses, jackets and other clothing for sale on 1stDibs. - What is Chanel iridescent?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel iridescent is a type of material used by the French luxury fashion house Chanel to produce handbags and other accessories. It is a type of calfskin with a shimmery finish. You'll find a large collection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- Who is Coco Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022Coco Chanel, born Gabrielle Chanel in France in 1883, was a fashion designer who got her nickname during her short-lived career as a cabaret singer. In 1910, she opened a boutique in Paris to sell her hats, which were beloved by the popular French actresses of the era. Her success with hats led her to open the first Chanel Couture House five years later, where she designed and sold women’s sportswear made of jersey — which until then was used to make men’s underwear. Her revolutionary style catapulted her to fame, and in the decades that followed, Coco Chanel remained on the cutting edge of fashion, creating modern, timeless clothing, perfumes and accessories — and, of course, her iconic bags, which are revered to this day. Shop a collection of Chanel from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Who is the founder of Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel is the founder of Chanel. She established her first shop in 1910 in Paris on rue Cambon, and her boutique drew the attention of the Parisian fashion elite, who popularized her wide-brimmed Chanel Modes hats. Coco opened a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where she set the tone for her defining sense of style—traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. Chanel would go on to become famous for introducing the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap and the little black dress. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel apparel, bags and accessories.
- What is a Chanel Deauville?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The term Chanel Deauville refers to one of a number of bags produced by the French luxury fashion house Chanel. The most well known is the tote bag emblazoned with the Chanel logo. In addition, the brand produced backpacks, bowling bags and makeup bags with a similar logo design. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel Deauville bags.
- What is Chanel known for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Chanel is known for its fashion accessories and trailblazing clothing designs, which first appeared in the early 1900s and promoted comfort and grace in women’s wear that had been dominated in the previous century by complicated layers of fabric and cumbersome corsets. Chanel handbags and purses are some of the most well-known and sought-after accessories in the world. With a subtle and chic aesthetic, many of the legendary French house’s crossbody bags, shoulder bags, tote bags and other bags are popular among celebrities and fashion obsessives. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel clothing, jewelry and accessories.
- Are Chanel bags heavy?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel'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.
- Can I scan a Chanel microchip?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023No, you can't scan a Chanel microchip on your own. The security feature uses proprietary coding technology that QR readers on mobile phones can't read. Only associates at Chanel boutiques have the equipment necessary to read the microchips. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Chanel pieces from some of the world's top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023What you can wear with Chanel slingbacks is a matter of personal preference. The timeless shoes can dress up jeans on the weekend or put a polished finishing touch on suits, dresses and skirts. There are no rules to fashion. Feel free to mix and match the shoes with various items in your wardrobe to create fresh looks. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Chanel slingbacks.
- How can you get a Chanel Mini?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024You can get a Chanel Mini in one of Chanel’s boutiques. The website offers a location service that can help you find the nearest official Chanel boutique. Additionally, you may find a new Chanel Mini Flap bag in one of the luxury brand’s authorized retailers’ stores such as Saks Fifth Avenue or Neiman Marcus. Shop a collection of authentic vintage black Chanel Mini Flap bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What was the first Chanel bag?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023The first Chanel bag isn’t known by a specific model name. It was technically created during the 1920s, when Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel began to design handbags as part of the clothing and accessories she was producing for her couture house. While the revolutionary designer and founder of the brand was experimenting with a range of handbag designs during the era, the first Chanel bag to have a recognizable style name was the Chanel 2.55. Unveiled in February 1955, the 2.55 shoulder bag is truly iconic, and its quilted details and clasp have been featured on many other Chanel pieces. Shop a large selection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- How can I wear my Chanel jacket?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How 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.
- How to store your Chanel bag?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Tuck 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023Chanel’s first collection was Chanel Modes, a line of hats. Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel began selling her accessories at her own storefront on rue Cambon in Paris in 1910. The enterprising designer soon added a sportswear store in the Normandy resort town of Deauville, where Coco set the tone for her defining sense of style, which encompassed traditionally masculine garments reimagined for feminine shapes, made from simple jersey fabric. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- Is Chanel jewelry real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Yes, Chanel jewelry is real. The iconic French luxury house is known for its fine jewelry as well as a collection of costume jewelry. The brand’s founder created a diamond jewelry collection in 1932 but by then, Chanel had been crafting costume jewelry for years. She introduced her fashion jewelry in the 1920s, when the economy was roaring and fine jewelry was the main mode of adornment among her clients. Find a selection of Chanel jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is Chanel from Italy or France?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Chanel is from France. Coco Chanel opened her original boutique on the rue Cambon in Paris, France, in 1910. However, some Chanel shoes and bags are made at factories located in Italy. Find a collection of Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.