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
Vintage Chanel Black Enamel Employee Pin 1990s
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Chanel Enamel Employee Pin. Crafted in black enamel punctuated with the iconic brand name CHANEL.
Vintage Condition: Very good without damage or noteworthy wear.
Materials:...
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1990s Chanel Brooches
Chanel brooch 2023
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Openwork champagne-metal brooch set with rhinestones. A Collection circa 2023.
Condition:
Very good condition
Dimensions:
Height: 4.5 cm
SKU:
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2010s French Chanel Brooches
$1,665
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 Brooches
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Matte CC Mini CC Large Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Matte CC Mini CC Large Brooch
* Marked Season 29 and 1263
* Made in France
-It is approximately 1.25" x 1.75".
-There are some color changing.
-In a go...
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1980s French Artisan Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brooch in Gold Metal, Black Leather, Rhinestones and Red Glass Paste
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Brooch in gilded metal and glass paste. Collection Fall-Winter 1989.
Additional information:
Dimensions: 4.5 H cm
Condition: Very good condition
Seller Ref...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel BNIB Silver CC Logo Round Pin
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel brand new silver tone round cc logo pin. Collection cruise 2022. Comes with original dust cover , box and ribbon.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Silver
Chanel Sneaker Plexiglass Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel multicolor sneaker brooch, a must for sports fans, delivered in its original Chanel dustbag
Condition: very good
Made in France
Material : resin
Color: multicolor
Dimensions:...
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2010s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brooch Haute Couture Brooch with Costume Pearly Drops
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch with costume pearly drops. Haute Couture Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: 6.5 cm x 11 cm...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Rare Vintage Silver CC Crystal Turnlock Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Silver CC Crystal Turnlock Brooch
* Marked 96
* Made in France
* Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 1.5" x 1.1".
-It is one of the iconic pieces. ...
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2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Iconic Chanel Turquoise Cluster Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
One of Mlle. Chanel's most popular brooch designs.
Handmade Pate de verre beads made to simulate turquoise matrix set in a gilded bronze web scattered with pastes.
Often ...
Handmade Pate de verre beads made to simulate turquoise matrix set in a gilded bronze web scattered with pastes.
Often ...
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1950s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Bronze
1993 Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Floral Textured CC Chain Brooch 93A
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1993 CHANEL gold toned chain in floral textured intertwined CC motif. Stamped 93A made in France. Measures approximately 5.1 x 3.6 cm. Comes with box.
Condition: Minor marks on the...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
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 Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage Chanel Coral Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Unusual and scarce Coco Chanel double camellia brooch, exquisitely handcrafted out of coral and emerald green "pate de verre" by Gripoix. The emblematic brooch exudes French craft...
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Late 20th Century French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Classic Silver CC Pearl Medium Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Classic Silver CC Pearl Medium Brooch
*Marked 05
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 1.6″ x 1″.
-It is very pretty and classic.
-In a pristine ...
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2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Vintage 1970s Massive Intricate Filigree Gold Tone Diamond Brooch Pendant
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage massive intricate filigree gold tone diamond shaped brooch/pendant embellished with poured coral color enamel and faux pearls.
Embossed CHANEL Made in France.
Indica...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Pearly Glass Paste Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Pearly glass paste camellia brooch.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 5 cm
Seller Reference: BRB176
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Glass Paste Impressive Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch with glass paste, rhinestones, and costume pearly drops. 2cc9 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimens...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Spelling C O C O Pearl and Crystal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned spelling C O C O brooch embellished with faux pearls and clear crystals.
Embossed CHANEL 01A Made in France.
Indicative measurements : length approx. 5.6 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Bow Brooch in Black Metal with Black Rhinestones, 2009
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in Italy) Black metal brooch representing a bow ornamented with black rhinestones. Cruise 2009 Collection.
Additional information:
C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Brooches
Chanel Cross Brooch with Glass Paste and Costume Pearls, 1994
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch with glass paste and costume pearls. 1994 Spring-Summer Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: ...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Pink Camellia Brooch, 2008
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Enameled brooch representing a pink camellia. Fall-Winter 2008 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Diameter: 6 c...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brooch Decorated with Pink Pearls, 2016
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch decorated with pink pearls and purple rhinestones. A 2016 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions...
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2010s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal Brooch, 1995
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch. 1995 Cruise Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 6.5 cm
Seller Reference: BRB144
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Coin Handbag Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Coin Handbag Brooch
* Marked 93
* Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 1.4" x 3".
-Very classic and pretty
-In a great condit...
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Glass Paste Brooch with Colourful Glass Paste, 1950s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Silvery metal brooch with colourful glass paste. Not signed jewellery from the 1950s. To be mentioned, some defects in the glass paste.
Additional informat...
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20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Coin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Coin Brooch. In perfect condition, this brooch is a perfect statement piece to elevate any outfit. It represent the storefront of the Chanel store in Paris makin...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal "Bag' Brooch, 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch representing the quilted classic bag of Chanel. Jewellery from the 1980s.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimen...
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20th Century French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Light Gold Tone Quilted CC Brooch, 2017
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD light gold tone CC logo brooch featuring a quilted design and embellished with clear crystals.
From the CHANEL Cruise 2016/2017 Co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
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 surrounded by a gold toned coiled ring. Stamped 94P m...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
2010s CHANEL CC Leather Chain Brooch Silver Black
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This CHANEL CC brooch is crafted of matte silver toned metal chain interlaced with black leather. Stamped CHANEL 16 B made in France. Measures approximately ...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Silver
Chanel Spring 2020 Collection Gold CC Logo Gripoix & Pearl Brooch
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel iconic interlocking CC logo pin from the spring 2020 collection. The design features cutouts of Chanel’s name and two cutouts of the home city Paris on the left C. Additionall...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Pearl
Chanel Safety Pin Brooch Haute Couture
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal brooch shaped as a safety pin. A Haute Couture Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 8.5 cm
Seller Reference:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brooch Haute Couture with Transparent Lucite
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal brooch with transparent lucite. Haute Couture not signed jewelry.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Diameter: 6.5 cm
Seller R...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel "Butterfly" Brooch with Costume Pear, 2015
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Champagne metal brooch with costume pearl and glass paste. 2015 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: 6 cm x 6 cm
...
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2010s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Black Leather and Golden Metal Brooch Fall, 1995
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Black leather and golden metal brooch with different charms representing a camellia, a lion head, a bottle of perfume, and a Timeless bag. 1995 Fall-Winter ...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Vintage Massive Gold Tone Chain & Clover Safety Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage massive gold tone chain safety pin brooch featuring a lucky clover.
Embossed CHANEL.
Indicative measurements : length approx. 8.5 cm (3.35 inches) / max. width appro...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel 2 Tone Pearl CC Logo Brooch
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Pin with 2 tone faux pearl detail in CC Logo from Spring 2017. Comes with velvet pouch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
1990s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Blue Gripoix CC Cross Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
Early 1990s Chanel gold toned brooch featuring a cross decorated with four CC logos and centered a blue Gripoix. Stamped CHANEL 2 9 made in Fra...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brand New Gold Bended CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Gold Bended CC Brooch
*Marked 23
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box, pouch, booklet, camellia and ribbon
*Brand New
- It is approximately 0.75' x1".
- V...
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2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Light Gold Palm Tree Pearl Pin
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Light Gold Palm Tree Pearl Pin
*Marked 17
*Made in Italy
- Approximately 1.1" x 1.25"
- Very cute
- In a very good condition. There are some stains behind the pin.
AB1167-0...
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2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel F/W 2001 lion head black crystals brooch/pendant
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Chanel Fall Winter 2001 24k gold plated Lion head black crystals brooch/ pendant.
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Silvery Metal Brooch, 2005
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Silvery metal brooch with rhinestones representing a sun. 2005 Fall-Winter Collection, under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld.
Additional informati...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal Brooch Ornamented with Rhinestones
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch ornamented with rhinestones.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 4.5 cm
Seller Reference: BRB45
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Runway spring summer 1993 CC arrow heart motif brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare and collector Chanel runway Spring Summer 1993 24k gold plated large CC logo arrow heart motif brooch as seen on Naomi Campbell with original...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel 1990s Gold Plated Gripoix Glass Pearl Multicolor Collection 23 Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This exquisite vintage Chanel brooch from collection 23 exudes timeless elegance with its gold-tone braided gilded metal and multicolored red/blue/purple/green glass paste stones. Th...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
Vintage Chanel Gold Tone Gilt Metal CC Logo Lava Brooch 95A
By Chanel
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Chanel
Reference: JW431
Measurement : 4.0cm x 3.0cm
Material: Gilt Metal
Year: 95A
Made in France
Please Note: the jewelries are guarantee 100% authentic pre-owned therefore ...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
1940s 18karat Gold Signed COCO CHANEL “EREMIAS” Coral Bakelite Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Authentic C C Chanel, early works in 18 Karat yellow gold and rose color Bakelite in good condition, no cracks or damages but some moron tested it to see if this is Coral, two testin...
Category
1940s American Modern Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold
Chanel Vintage Gold Toned Polylobe CC Logo Brooch, Fall 1995
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned polylobe brooch embossed CHANEL all-over and featuring a CC logo at the center.
From the Fall/Winter 1995 Collection.
Embossed CHANEL 95A MADE IN FRANCE.
...
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20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Leather Chain Perfume Lion Camellia Clover Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1994 Vintage Chanel gold toned chain brooch featuring eight iconic motifs including clover, camellia, lion, No.5, perfume bottle etc interlaced with black leather. Stamped 94A made ...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
New Chanel In Box Lucite Television Pin
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel round television lucite pin. Collection spring 2017. Brand new in original box with ribbon.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Diamond Onyx Flower Brooches, set of two
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
"Simplicity stands as the defining element of genuine elegance," proclaimed Coco Chanel (1883-1971), a revolutionary force in the fashion industry. Her distinctive style and daring i...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Gold CC Golden Leaves Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Golden Leaves Brooch
* Marked 11
* Made in France
* Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 1.25″ x 1.5″.
-Very shiny and prett...
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2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Pink Owl Resin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Pink Owl Resin Brooch
*Marked 18
*Made in France
*Comes with original box
-Approximately 1.5" x 2.25"
-Very chic and cute
-Great with white tee or denim jacket
-In a very g...
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2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Fall 1997 Gold Toned Stylized Flower and CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned brooch featuring a stylized flower with a ribbed CC monogram at center.
Fall 1997 Collection.
Embossed CHANEL 97A Made in France.
Indicative measurements...
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20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Gold CC Star Black Bead Pearl Crystal Small Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
*Marked 19
*Made in Italy
*Comes with the original pouch and original box
- It is approximately 1.5" x 1.5".
-Very classic and pretty
-In a pristine condition
3129-45542
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2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel I Love Coco Multicolor Brooch
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel I Love Coco Brooch features textured lettering that says I Love Coco, with heart and limes. From Cruise 2017 collection. Comes with velvet pouch.
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal Brooch Haute Couture, 1988/1989
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch representing a flower pattern. A 1988/1989 Haute couture Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions:...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Chanel 1990s Vintage Blue/Orange Stone Brooch/Pendant w/ Faux Pearls
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel 1990s Vintage Blue/Orange Stone Brooch/Pendant w/ Faux Pearls. This piece can be worn as a brooch, or the back hook can be attached and used as a pendant on a necklace.
Mad...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gothic Crest
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel by Goossens handmade cross in pate de verre, faux pearls and bronzed metal. Softer uncharacteristic Chanel tones including aquamarine and pale emerald decorate this brooch. A ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Base Metal
$6,250
CHANEL Light Gold Toned Jewelled CC Logo Brooch, Spring 2017
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD light gold toned CC logo brooch embellished with holographic resin baguettes and blue crystals.
Embossed CHANEL 17 P Made in F...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary 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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- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- What is the Chanel logo called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What the Chanel logo is called varies. Some people refer to it as the Coco Chanel logo, after founder Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel. It was Chanel who first created the logo, incorporating her initials. Other names used for the logo include "the interlocking Cs" and "the double Cs." Shop a collection of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Any piece produced more than 20 years ago is considered vintage Chanel. This includes apparel, bags, shoes, jewelry and accessories created anytime after the French luxury fashion house's founding in 1910. Items made within the last 20 years are considered contemporary. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of vintage Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Coco Chanel is most famous for founding the luxury French fashion house Chanel in 1910. In addition, she is known for creating the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap, the 2.55 Flap Bag, in 1955. Chanel also created the little black dress in 1926. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chanel apparel, bags, shoes and accessories.
- What makes Chanel so special?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things account for what makes Chanel so special. First, the French luxury fashion house consistently chooses exceptional materials, such as supple genuine leather, wool and silk, for its pieces. During the manufacturing process, Chanel artisans perform much of the work by hand to ensure an unparalleled level of quality. Plus, Chanel has a history of shaping the fashion world with innovative designs, such as what some experts suggest was the first-ever shoulder bag and its iconic “little black dress” (a simple, spare and versatile design compared to most garments of the Jazz Age). Shop a large selection of Chanel apparel, bags, jewelry and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023The size of the Chanel GST is around 13.25 inches in length by 9.75 inches in width by 4.75 inches in depth with a strap drop of 9 inches. It is larger than the PST, which measures approximately 9.4 inches by 8.6 inches by 3.5 inches. Shop a selection of Chanel Grand Shopper Tote bags on 1stDibs.
- Are Chanel diamonds real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not Chanel diamonds are real depends on the piece. Fine jewelry manufactured by the French luxury fashion house features high-quality genuine diamonds certified as conflict free through the Kimberley Process. Fashion jewelry may show off rhinestones or crystals instead of real diamonds. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Chanel diamond gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Are all Chanel bags handmade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, all Chanel bags are handmade.
Authentic Chanel handbags, clutches, shoulder bags and other accessories are made in factories and ateliers located in France and regions of Italy such as Tuscany. Additionally, a town in a remote area of southern Spain called Ubrique is reportedly where luxury brands such as Chanel and Louis Vuitton source their leather products.
The brand stamp on an authentic Chanel bag will feature a logo that is accompanied by either "Made in Italy" or "Made in France." It will never read "Made in Paris," which is used on the backplate.
Find vintage Chanel bags and purses on 1stDibs. - How do I know my Chanel series?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To know the series of your Chanel bag, examine the first digit of the serial number and add one to whatever the number is. For example, if the serial number begins with a zero, your bag would be a first series. You'll find a range of expertly vetted Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023There are six Chanel collections. They are the Cruise collection (C), the Printemps collection (P), the Summer collection (S), the Métiers d’Art Collection (A), the Fall/Winter Act 1 (B) and the Fall/Winter Act 2 (K). Each year, the French luxury fashion house debuts these collections with a runway show. When comparing bags, you'll often see the collection code preceded by a number that represents the year of production. For example, a handbag labeled 22C comes from the 2022 Cruise collection. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Chanel pieces.
- What year is vintage Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023What year is vintage for Chanel changes over time. For a Chanel piece to be considered vintage, it must be at least 20 years old. For example, in 2023, bags, apparel and accessories produced in 2003 or earlier are vintage. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of vintage Chanel pieces.