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 Golden Metal CC Brooch, 1990s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal cc brooch. 2cc5 Collection from the early 1990s.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Diameter: 6 cm
Period: 20t...
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20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Amethyst Diamond Miami Marlin Fish White Gold Brooch Pendant
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Miami Marlin Fish Diamonds And Amethysts Brooch Pendant by Chanel.
With round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, G color total weight a...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold
Chanel Brand New Silver CC crystal Heart Pin Link Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Silver CC crystal Heart Pin Link Brooch
* Marked 23
* Made in Italy
*Comes with the original box, pouch, tag, booklet, ribbon and camellia
-It is approximately 1.2...
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2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Byzantine Cross Brooch/Pendant by Maison Gripoix
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Massive Chanel Cross Brooch in shades of emerald, topaz and amythest poured glass cabocheons with faux pearls by Maison Gripoix. Intricate scroll...
Category
1980s French Byzantine Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Chanel Brooch In Gold-Plated Metal with Three Colored Glass, 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Brooch in gold-plated metal ornamented with three colored glass paste cabochons. Jewelry from the 1980s.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condi...
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20th Century French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Sailor Anchor navy black crystal rhinestone CC pin brooch
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Sailor Anchor navy black crystal rhinestone CC pin brooch
Reference: BMPA/A00232
Brand: Chanel
Designer: Karl Lagerfeld
Material: Metal
Color: Navy, Black
Pattern: Solid
Closu...
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2010s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Star Shaped Pearl and Crystal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Star Shaped Pearl and Crystal Brooch is pristine. Exquisite brooch features a large faux pearl centered within gold tone star. Adorned with sparkly crystals a...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brand New Silver Grey Ombre Black Curve Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Brand New Silver Grey Ombre Black Curve Brooch
*Marked 23
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box, pouch, booklet, ribbon and camellia flow...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal 'Bow' Brooch Haute Couture
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal 'bow' brooch set with Swarovski rhinestones. Jewelry created by the Gripoix Atelier for Chanel. A Haute Couture Collection.
Additional informa...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Round Brooch in Gilded Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Round brooch in gilded metal, paved with glass paste cabochons and centered with a pearly cabochon. Collection 2cc3.
Additional information:
Dimensions: Dia...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Beaten Golden Metal Brooch, 1995
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Beaten golden metal brooch. 1995 Fall-Winter Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Diameter: 5 cm
Period: 20th Cen...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Rare Haute Couture Gold Metal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -Rare hammered gold metal brooch decorated with glass paste cabochons featuring a face.
Additional information:
Dimensions: 8 cm x 7 cm
Con...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Rare Rustic Silver CC COCO Coin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Rustic Silver CC COCO Coin Brooch
*Marked 08
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
- It is approximately 4.4" x 2"
- It is a very unique piece.
- In an excellen...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
1980s Chanel Gold Beret Brooch With Bow
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This gold-plated metal brooch, circa 1980, by Chanel features a beret with a bow and embodies the feminine French elegance of Coco Chanel. The term 'beret' became modish when Napoleo...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Silvery Metal Pendant Brooch, 2005
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Silvery metal pendant brooch with enamel, rhinestones, pearls, and charms. Fall-Winter 2005 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condit...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Black CC Heel Camellia Pins
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Black CC Heel Camellia Pins
*Marked 02
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-Approximately 0.75″ x 0.55″
-Very pretty
-In a pristine condition
A...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold CC Fuchsia Blue Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Fuchsia Blue Brooch
*Marked 17
*Made in France
*Comes with the original pouch
-It is approximately 1.5" x 2"
-It is in an excellent condit...
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2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold Lace Flower CC Large Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold Lace Flower CC Large Brooch
*Marked 08
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It’s approximately 2.1″ x 4.4″
-Absolutely gorgeous and beautiful
-There is a small...
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Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold CC Pearl Drop Pin
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Gold CC Pearl Drop Pin is in exceptionally good vintage condition from the late 1980’s- early 1990’s. Twisted gold tone metal with interlocking CC logos. Larg...
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Late 20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold CC Clasp with Chain Surround Pin
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These authentic Chanel Gold CC Clasp with Chain Surround Pin is in very good condition from the Fall 1997 collection. Gold tone interlocking CC “twist lock” clasp is centered within...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
1980s Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Gold Medallion Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
From the wonderful Karl Lagerfeld, this signature 1980's CHANEL 31 Rue Cambon Medallion Pin/ Brooch is not one to skip over. An extremely fashionable and notable piece, it will have everyone in awe about the unique features! This is a great brooch with the most famous Chanel store...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Flor De Camilia 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Ceramic Brooch
By Chanel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The white Camilla was Coco Chanel’s favorite flower and it was used in many of her jewelry designs. This beautiful brooch is a rare and iconic piece of Chanel fine jewelry...
Category
20th Century Chanel Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Silver CC Peach Grey Crystal Cross Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
*Marked 06
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-Approximately 2.1″ x 2.1″
-Very unique and shiny
-Wear as a brooch or a pendant
-In a pristine condition
3046-13441
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Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Golden Metal Brooch, 1995
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal brooch with glass paste and costume pearly cabochons. 1995 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld.
Additional i...
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20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brooch in Dark Silver Metal and Resin, 2010
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel- (Made in Italy) Brooch in dark silver metal and resin. Collection Resort 2010.
Additional information:
Dimensions: 7 W x 15.5 H cm
Condition: Very good condition
Seller R...
Category
2010s Italian Chanel Brooches
Materials
Base Metal
Chanel Golden Metal Beaten Camellia Brooch, 1993
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France)Golden metal beaten brooch ornamented with a pearly cabochon. Spring-Summer 1993 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensio...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold
Chanel 1994 filigree CC brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Chanel 1994 24k gold plated filigree cross CC logo brooch
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
CHANEL Brooch "C H A N E L"
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Condition : very good
Made in France
Materials : metal, rhinestones
Color : golden
Measurements: the height of each brooch is 4 cm
Golden finish metal
Details : the 6 brooches are p...
Category
Late 20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
24k Gold
Chanel Crystal and Pearl Draped Chain Stick Pin
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Crystal and Pearl Draped Chain Pin is pristine. Crystal adorned gold toned interlocking CCs are connected with draping pearl ch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Word Logo Glass Pearl & Crystal Hair Clip
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Word Logo Glass Pearl & Crystal Hair Clip
Champagne gold hair clip embellished with 'Chanel' signature spelled in alternating crystals and glass...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Pearl
Chanel Multicolor Cabochon Gripoix Vintage Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Multi Color Cabochon Gripoix Brooch is in excellent vintage condition from the mid to late 1980’s. Hammered gold Maltese cross is adorned with Gripoix glass je...
Category
1980s French Baroque Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal Cross Brooch, 2007
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal cross brooch with ocher cabochons. 2007 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld.
Additional information:
Conditi...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brooch in Gilded Metal and Pearly Cabochon, Fall 1994
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel- (Made in France) Brooch in gilded metal and pearly cabochon. Collection Autumn-Winter 1994.
Additional information:
Dimensions: 10 L cm
Condition: Very good condition
Selle...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Golden Metal Brooch in Rhinestones and Glass Paste Cabochons
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -Golden metal brooch, rhinestones and glass paste cabochons. Collection 1982.
Additional information:
Dimensions:
Length: 10 cm, Height: 2 cm
Condition: Very good conditio...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Golden Metal Lion Brooch with Pearly Drops
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal lion brooch with pearly drops. Jewelry from the Coco era designed by Goossens.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 8 cm
...
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1960s Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Paris Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel 31 Rue Cambon Paris Brooch. A black and gold circular brooch with the Chanel CC in the center.
Chanel stamp in the reverse.
Made in Franc...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Golden Metal Brooch Haute Couture
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Antique brooch - Coco era - golden metal, rhinestones, and turquoise-like glass paste pearls. Not signed jewelry.
Additional information:
Condition: Very g...
Category
1950s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Vintage 1990s Iconic 31 RUE CAMBON PARIS Logo Circle Round Chunky Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1990s Unisex Iconic Textured 31 RUE CAMBON PARIS Logo Circle Round Chunky Statement Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone
Very good condition. A very beautiful brooch, signed a...
Category
1990s French Art Deco Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Multi Stone and Tweed Pin
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Multi Stone and Tweed Pin is in very good condition. Five stones in different shapes and colors are situated around a central tweed pattern...
Category
Early 2000s European Chanel Brooches
Chanel Golden Metal Pendant Brooch Paved with Multicolored Rhinestones
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal pendant brooch paved with multicolored rhinestones.
Additional information:
Dimensions: 11 W x 9 H cm
Condition: Very good condition
Seller Ref number: BRB30
Category
1970s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
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 purchased a...
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1960s Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brooch in Gilded Metal, Fall 1997
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel- (Made in France) Brooch in gilded metal. Collection Fall/Winter 1997.
Additional information:
Dimensions: 6.5 H cm
Condition: Very good condition
Seller Ref number: BRB88
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Unwore Chanel Black Velvet Bow Tie Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 90s Chanel black velvet bow tie brooch. This item has never been used before(Like New).
- Size: 20cm x 10cm.(approximately)
Category
1990s Italian Chanel Brooches
Chanel Silvered Metal Flower Brooch Paved with Rhinestones
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -Silvered metal flower brooch paved with rhinestones.
Work of the workshop Goossens for Chanel around 1955.
Additional information:
Dimen...
Category
1950s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Silver
Chanel Grey Enamel CC Corner Crystals Large Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Grey Enamel CC Corner Crystals Large Brooch
*Marked 06
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 2.25" x 1.75".
-It is very classic and shiny.
-In a ...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Materials
Base Metal
Chanel Captain Cap Brooch, 2018
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Bakelite brooch representing a captain cap. 2018 Coco Airline Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: 4.5 cm x 2.5 c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Brooches
Golden Chanel Letters Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful Chanel brooch with gold C H A N E L letters, CC and pearl pendant
Condition : excellent
Made in France
Materials : gold plated metal, pearls
Color : golden, pearly
Dimensio...
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2010s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Classic Rare Silver CC Mother of Pearl Button Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Silver CC Mother of Pearl Button Brooch
*Marked 08
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It's approximately 1.5" x 2".
-Very unique with all those pearl buttons...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Renaissance Quatrefoil Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Chanel renaissance style brooch quatrefoil in form of turquoise pate de verre and multiple pearls. This style of brooch was one of Chanel's "Fords" ...
Category
1950s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Materials
Bronze
Chanel Brooch in Gold Metal and Pearly Cabochons in Shades of Blue
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Brooch in gold metal and pearly cabochons in shades of blue. Collection 2cc8
Additional information:
Dimensions: 7 W x 7 H cm
Condition: Very good conditio...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Wonderful brooch from Chanel in metal, pearls and crystals from 2015.
In excellent condition. Made in France.
Materials: metal, crystals, pearls
Color: silver
Dimensions: 3 x 3 cm, ...
Category
2010s French Chanel Brooches
$1,259
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Rope Cross CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated Rope Cross CC Brooch
*Marked 28
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
– It is approximately 2.1″ x 2.25″.
-Very classic and pretty
-The pin’s gold...
Category
1980s French Artisan Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Gold CC Glitter Pendant Small Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Glitter Pendant Small Brooch
*Marked 05
*Made in Italy
-Approximately 1" x 1.3"
-Very pretty and classic
-In an excellent condition
20...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Black Bakelite and Golden Metal Brooch, 1999
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Black bakelite and golden metal brooch. Fall-Winter 1999 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Height: 10 cm - Wid...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gold
Chanel Interlocking CC Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
If you ever get tired of loud branding but love with the quality and glamour of the house of Chanel, this is the perfect brooch for you. This brooch is made of highly textured and rich bright gold. Do not miss the subtle details like the tiny 'cc' embedded in the metal. Pair this brooch with your favorite Chanel tweet...
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1990s French Chanel Brooches
Chanel Rare Gunmetal CC Marquise Crystal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Gunmetal CC Marquise Crystal Brooch
*Marked 17
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It's approximately 1.75" x 1.5".
-It is very shiny and unique with gray min...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Classic Chanel Bar Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
A twisted gilt wire with a faux pearl cabochon. Chanel has been photographed often in variants of this brooch. Simply iconic and timeless like its creator. Executed by Goossens works...
Category
1950s French Vintage Chanel Brooches
Chanel Silver Double Plane Crystal CC Large Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver Double Plane Crystal CC Large Brooch
*Marked 16
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 3.25" x 2.75".
-Very shiny and chic
-In a pristine c...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Brooches
Chanel Brooch in Gilded Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Brooch in gilded metal. Spring-Summer 1997 collection.
Additional information:
Dimensions: Height: 6.5 cm, Width: 5 cm
Condition: Very good condition
Seller...
Category
1990s French Chanel Brooches
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Black Gripoix CC Flower Pin
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Black Gripoix CC Flower Pin is in excellent condition from the Fall 2008 collection. Black glass stones with silver tone metal create a petaled flower with an ...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Brooches
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.
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- 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 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 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 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.
- 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.