Chanel Clip-on Earrings
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 Gripoix Earrings Vintage Red Green Blue Pearl CC logo Circa 1997
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
CHANEL Gripoix Earrings Vintage Red Green Blue Pearl CC logo Circa 1997
A stunning rare vintage Chanel Gripoix pearl CC clip-on earrings from Autu...
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1990s European Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Pearl and Paste Earrings
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Chanel earrings in antique gold finish. Filigreed metal base highlighted by cabochon faux pearl and pastes. Classic everyday earring.
Signed Chanel. 3/4" across
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Signed Chanel. 3/4" across
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Golden Metal Openwork Clip-on Earrings, 1991
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Impressive golden metal openwork clip-on earrings. 1991 Spring-Summer Collection, under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld.
Additional information:
C...
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20th Century French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Black Logo Clip-On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
1990s Chanel black logo-embossed clip-on earrings featuring the signature logo, gold-tone outline, embossed logo to the front, a clip-on fastening, back plaque pitted.
Circa 1990s
T...
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1990s French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Angel Brooch Ear-Clips Set
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage CHANEL gold toned angle earclips and brooch set. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Clip on style. Earclips measure approximately 3.0 x 2.6 cm Brooch 4.6 x 3.9 cm.
Condition - ...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Diamond Quilted Gold Clip-on Earrings
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
A statement piece, these 1994 pre-owned vintage clip-on earrings have been designed with a bold diamond-quilted 'CC' pendant that can be clipped onto the ear using a small gold-toned...
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1990s Chanel Clip-on Earrings
1996 Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage CHANEL gold toned clip-on earrings. Stamped CHANEL 96A made in France. Diameter measures approximately 2 cm. Come with box.
Condition - MINT
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1990s French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Golden Metal Earrings, 1996
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings centered with cc logos. 1996 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld.
Additional information:
C...
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1990s French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Gripoix CC Clip-On Earrings, 1997
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone clip-on earrings embellished with a MAISON GRIPOIX red domed glass cabochon and a CC logo at the center.
From the Fall 1997 collection.
E...
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20th Century French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings, 1994
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings with glass paste and rhinestones, tied with pearly drops. 1994 Fall-Winter Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Ver...
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20th Century French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel 80s Vintage Oversized Statement Earrings w/ Coral Gripoix Glass Cabochons
By Chanel
Located in McKinney, TX
- Gold plated
- Each earring measures 2" in diameter
- Gripoix glass cabochons
- Clip-on earring backs
- Made in France
- Circa 1980s
- By Chanel (signed on verso)
- Excellent vintag...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Golden Metal Earrings, 1993
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings. 1993 Spring-Summer Collection, under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good ...
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20th Century French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Vintage Massive Gold Toned Oval CC Logo Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage massive gold toned oval shaped openwork clip-on earrings featuring a large CC logo at the center.
Collection N°29 (Year : 1994).
Embossed CHANEL 29...
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20th Century French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Bull Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
These vintage CHANEL clip-on earrings are crafted of gold plated metal featuring a bull’s head. Clip on style. Stamped CHANEL. Diameter measures approximately 3.0 cm. Come with box. ...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Gripoix CC Clip-On Earrings, 1988
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold tone openwork clip-on earrings embellished with a MAISON GRIPOIX green glass cabochon and four CC logos.
Collection N°23 (Year : 1988).
Emboss...
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20th Century French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Gold Four Leaf Clover Clip-on Earrings
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Sure to make a statement, these 1995 vintage clip-on earrings feature a gold-toned four-leaf clover hanging from a small hoop, finished with an interlocking 'CC' logo in the center. ...
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1990s Chanel Clip-on Earrings
1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Dangle Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
Vintage CHANEL gold toned dangle ear-clips featuring a quilted diamond shaped clip and a "CHANEL PARIS" letter dangling plate. A rare and stunning piece to add to your vintage collec...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold
Chanel Signed 3 Logo CC Cluster Ball Sphere Gold Plated Earrings Clip On 90's
By Chanel
Located in North Miami, FL
These ultra fabulous, unusual and sculptural signed period vintage Chanel gold plated 3 cluster ball or sphere clip on earrings are so chic. They are geometric and have the signature interlocking CC's on each ball. From the 90's. They are signed Chanel 27...
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1990s French Modern Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
2003 Chanel Logo Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
2003 beige Chanel logo clip-on earrings featuring faux-pearls embellishment, signature interlocking CC logo, , a back claps earring, a back logo plaqu...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Vintage 1990s Coco Crush Classic Logo CC Camellia Cross Dome Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1990s Coco Crush Classic Logo CC Camellia Cross Circle Dome Modernist Elegant Chunky Clip Earrings, Gold Plated
Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss. 1...
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1990s French Art Deco Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold Plate
Classic Chanel Turquoise Birds Nest Earclips
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Classic Chanel earclips of faux turquoise pate de verre rounded cabochons set in signature handmade birds nest wire setting with pastes by studio Gooss...
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1950s French Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Bronze
CHANEL G22A gold CC charm Lion Head square stud clip on earrings pair
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL G22A gold CC charm Lion Head square stud clip on earrings pair
Reference: AAWC/A00900
Brand: Chanel
Designer: Virginie Viard
Collection: G22A
Material: Metal
Color: Gold
Patte...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Earrings. Genuine CHANEL Enamel Camelia Flower Bloom Clip on earrings.
By Chanel
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Chanel Earrings
Non-Pierced Omega Clip on Earrings.
Camelia Blooming Flower Earrings.
Details:
26mm diameter
Please ask for additional pictures and questions.
Category
20th Century Modern Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
Chanel Stone Chain-link Drop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
The luxurious creation of Maison Gripoix exclusively for Chanel, are clip-on 1980s vintage Chanel earrings boast a large central ruby red stone in Gripoix glass set on a gold-toned b...
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Late 20th Century Chanel Clip-on Earrings
1990s Vintage CHANEL Gray Stone CC Clip On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1990s CHANEL clip-on earrings in gray stone setting with a gold toned CC logo. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Diameter measures approximately 3.3 cm. Come with box.
Condition - Min...
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1990s French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Vintage Pearl Drop Dangling Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage faux pearl dangling earrings (clip-on) featuring a gold toned CC logo and a large glass faux pearl drop.
Collection n°25 (Year : 1990).
Embossed CHANEL 2 5 Made in F...
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20th Century French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel 1990s Gold Tone CC Starburst Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your style with the Chanel 1990s Gold Tone CC Starburst Earrings – classic and eye-catching vintage clip-on earrings that embody timeless elegance. Crafted in gold-plated met...
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1990s French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings, 1984
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings centered with red glass paste cabochons. A 1984 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions...
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20th Century French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
1990s Vintage Chanel Jumbo Black Red Leather Gold Toned Square Frame CC Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
Rare early 1990s gold toned square frame earrings in black and red leather. Statement jumbo clip-on style earrings. Stamped 28 made in France. Measures 4 x 3.4 cm.
Condition - Some ...
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1990s Unknown Chanel Clip-on Earrings
90s Chanel Crystal Earrings Large Cluster Clip On Yellow Tone Collection 29
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Pre-owned Chanel CC logo large round earrings (circa the early 1990s).
The large earrings (1-inch diameter) feature clear crystals set into the ornate earring mounts. The earrings a...
Category
1990s French Modern Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Base Metal
Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings, 1994
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings with cc logos. 1994 Spring-Summer Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 5 cm...
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1990s French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Paris 1997 earrings
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful pair of clip earrings, gold plated red cabochon with a cc Chanel logo on it.
Stamp on the back Chanel 1997 P, Made in France.
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1990s French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings with Green Glass Paste Cabochons, 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings with green glass paste cabochons. Jewelry from the 1980s.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: ...
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20th Century French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
1980's Chanel Black Leather Large Clip Earrings
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel collectible and hard to find large logo earrings with woven black lambskin leather. Spring 94 collection. Come with original pouch or box.
Category
20th Century French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
CHANEL Vintage Massive Creased Black Resin Faux Pearl Clip On Earrings, 1990
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage massive creased black resin clip-on earrings embellished with a large irregular shaped resin faux pearl.
Collection n°25 (year : 1990).
Embossed CH...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Mother of Pearl Camellia Earrings Fine Jewelry
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These authentic Chanel Mother of Pearl Camellia Earrings are pristine from the 2001 Fine Jewelry collection. Abstract mother of pearl camellia ...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Gold-Tone Chanel Faux Pearl Clip-On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Gold-tone rope-trimmed and faux pearl round clip-on earrings by Chanel. 0.5" width, 1.25" length.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold
CHANEL Golden And Pearly Pearl Clips
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
CHANEL Couture gilt and pearl earring. Nice metal work. Vintage to wear offbeat. These clips are from sales, a letter S is engraved on the sticker.
French made.
CHANEL earrings are l...
Category
1990s French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings, 1993
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings with blue and orange glass paste cabochons. 1993 Spring-Summer Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condi...
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1990s French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Gold & Pearl Clip On Earrings, Season 24, 1984 . By Victoire d Castellane
By Chanel
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Chanel earrings feature a gold metal base and clip with simulated pearl centre. These are early Chanel costume jewellery, stamped ...
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1980s Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings with Costume Pearly Cabochons, 1993
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings with costume pearly cabochons. 1993 Fall-Winter Collection, under the direction of Karl Lagerfeld.
Additional information:
Co...
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1990s French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel tortoiseshell CC gold hardware clip on earrings
By Chanel
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Rare Chanel tortoiseshell clip on earrings from 1997 collection.
- Featuring CC gold hardware.
Category
1990s French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
1980's Chanel Original Dangle Flap Earrings with Box
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel authentic and mint condition original 80s flap bag earrings . Designed by Victoire de Castellaine, collection 2 5. Come with original box .
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings with Blue Glass Paste
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings with blue glass paste and costume pearly cabochons. Jewelry engraved with the S of Sales.
Additional information:
Condition: ...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Vintage Gripoix Glass Oversized Dangling Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage oversized antiqued gold toned dangling earrings (clip-on) embellished with MAISON GRIPOIX amber color glass cabochons.
Collection n°25 (year : 1990).
Embossed CHANEL...
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20th Century French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Golden Metal Clip-on Earrings, 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings. Jewelry from the 1980s. To be mentioned, one of the earrings is signed.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good conditi...
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20th Century French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
1991 Chanel Documented Purple Gripoix Earrings
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
These earrings were designed by Victoire de Castallane for Chanel in 1991. They featured in the Spring/Summer 1991 collection, and were shown in a green version on Linda Evangelista ...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
1990s Vintage Chanel Gold and Black Frame CC Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
Rare early 1990s gold toned square frame earrings in black leather. Jumbo statement clip-on style earrings. Stamped 28 made in France. Measures 4 x 3.4 cm.
Condition - Minor signs o...
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1990s French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Spring 1999 Silver Oval CC Logo Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chanel clip on earrings from the Spring 1999 collection. Silver tone metal oval with engraved interlocking logo in centre. Brand and date plaque on back. T...
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1990s French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Baroque Multi-Gemstone 18K Clip Earrings, Aquamarine, Amethyst, Peridot
By Chanel
Located in Honolulu, HI
Chanel Baroque Collection Earrings
Vintage Chanel Baroque Earrings. These gorgeous earrings are crafted in 18K yellow gold and set with an arra...
Category
Late 20th Century French Contemporary Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Peridot, 18k Gold
Chanel earrings
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal clip-on earrings with glass paste and costume pearls. Work from the Gripoix atelier for the house of Chanel.
Co...
Category
1980s Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Earrings. Genuine CHANEL Hoop Logo Letters Sterling Silver 925
By Chanel
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Chanel Earrings
Non-Pierced Omega Clip on Earrings.
Chanel Logo Scattered Letters
Details:
24mm by 14mm dimensions
Please ask for additional pictures and questions.
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Sterling Silver
1980's Vintage Chanel Hammered Pearl Earrings
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel hammered goldtone metal and faux-pearl clip-back earrings. Comes with the original box or dust cover. Minor scuffs on faux-pearls.
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Authentic Vintage Chanel 80s Large CC Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Authentic Vintage Chanel 80s Large CC Earrings. Beautiful sunburst design. With Soft Ridged edges. Great used condition.
Category
1980s French Modern Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Earrings. Genuine CHANEL Enamel Camelia Flower Bloom Clip on earrings.
By Chanel
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Chanel Earrings
Non-Pierced Omega Clip on Earrings.
Enamel Camelia Blooming Flower Earrings.
Details:
25mm diameter
Please ask for additional pictures and questions.
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20th Century Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Golden Metal Openwork Clip-on Earrings, 1983
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal openwork clip-on earrings with rhinestones and red glass paste. A 1983 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dime...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Chanel Gold CC Grooved Button Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These authentic Chanel Gold CC Grooved Earrings are in very good vintage condition from the 1980’s. Circular gold etched background with interlocking CC in the center. Clip on closure. Pouch or box included.
Proudly offered for $1,100.00 from Only Authentics...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Clip-on Earrings
CHANEL A19 Shootting Star gold CC logo irregular clip on earring cuffs Pair
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
DIOR Tribales pealescent red faux pearls crystal orbital pin earrings Pair
Reference: AAWC/A01057
Brand: Dior
Material: Faux Pearl
Color: Red, Silver
Pattern: Crystals
Closure: Pin
...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold
Chanel clip-on earrings for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Chanel clip-on earrings 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 pearl clip-on earrings, from our inventory of 18, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 460 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 clip-on earrings by Yves Saint Laurent, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, and Van Cleef & Arpels. Prices for Chanel clip-on earrings can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $274 and tops out at $28,500, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $1,445.
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Questions About Chanel Clip-on Earrings
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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. - 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 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.
- 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.