Chanel Necklaces
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.
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Creator: Chanel
Chanel Vintage Double-Strand Pearl-and-Gold Gilt Chain Necklace with Magnifier
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A versatile vintage 1984 Chanel faux pearl-and-gold gilt chain four-in-one necklace. Stamped 'CHANEL, 1984,' 'MADE IN FRANCE' on the tag attached to gilt chain.
Wear it long with o...
Category
Late 20th Century French Baroque Revival Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gilt Metal
Chanel 2013 Long Grey and White Bead Logo Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL long grey and white bead necklace featuring three CC logos embellished with off-white enamel, different-sized faux pearls in a variety of ivory and grey colors strung on a rut...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Modernist Choker Necklace with Agate Pendant
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL silver toned modernist choker necklace featuring a gorgeous purple agate pendant.
Fall/Winter 2012 Collection.
Push button clasp.
Marked CHANEL B12 A Made in Italy.
Embosse...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Super Rare Vintage Gold Plated Giant Ring Necklace Belt
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Super Rare Vintage Gold Plated Giant Ring Necklace Belt
*Marked 26
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 40" x 1.9".
-It is a super rare piece.
...
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Double Tour Pearl Tube Choker
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Unique Chanel Pearl tube choker style necklace. Minor tarnishing on the hardware details. Comes as is. Length is 72 cm.
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Necklaces
Original Vintage Chanel Gold Logo Pearl Necklace, Rare
By Chanel
Located in Berlin, BE
Indulge in the glamorous and sophisticated world of vintage Chanel with this exquisite three-strand gold-plated pearl necklace. This rare and highly coveted piece is a true treasure,...
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold
1978 Chanel Haute Couture Documented Gold and Seed Pearl Necklace
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This rare and documented Chanel seed pearl and gold chain link necklace was designed for the spring/summer 1978 haute couture collection by J. Cazaubon and Y. Dudel. Gabrielle Chane...
Category
1970s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Chanel 1995 Gold Tone Gripoix Glass Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Indulge in the timeless elegance of Chanel with this exquisite Chanel 1995 Gold Tone Gripoix Glass Pendant Necklace. This rare vintage piece is a true treasure, showcasing the iconic...
Category
1990s French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Dark Golden Metal with Green Glass Pearls Necklace Haute Couture
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Dark-golden metal necklace with green glass pearls. Jewelry from the Coco era, seen on Coco Chanel. Not signed.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Necklaces
Chanel sautoir necklace resin ball CC logo
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Extremely rare sautoir necklace with 9 ball of resin with gold CC logo inclusion inside the ball. Gold color chain .
Stamp Chanel 2cc5. Made in France.
Category
1980s Vintage Chanel Necklaces
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Faux Pearl CC Logo & Camellia Necklace, Spring 2011
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD pale gold tone necklace featuring jewelled CC logos, faux pearls and camellias (antiqued shades -- from antiqued gold tone to bronze tone) on resin buttons.
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Double Gold Chain Pearl Stantion Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Double Chain Pearl Station Necklace is in excellent vintage condition from the pre 1980's. 24 karat gold plated link chains have dramatically long length. Acc...
Category
1980s Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Gemstone Gold Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
Gemstones are at their very best when they’re positioned to play off of each other like the colors of the rainbow, and this 18k yellow gold choker necklace from Chanel does precisely...
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Faux Pearl and Crystal Necklace, Fall 1993
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage faux pearl necklace with silver tone metal spacer rondels embellished with clear crystals.
Silver tone metal T-bar and quilted design toggle closure.
From the Fall 1993 Collection.
Jewelry artistic director VICTOIRE DE CASTELLANE.
Embossed CHANEL 93A...
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20th Century French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Quilted Collar Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage gold metal chain necklace from CHANEL. It features diamond-shaped elements with quilted pattern. No closure. Necklace drop: 12.5 inches - 31.7 cm. 'CHANEL - CC - Made in Fran...
Category
1970s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Chanel 5 & CC Long Silver Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel double charm long silver tone and black necklace. Spring 2013 collection. Comes with original pouch or box.
Category
2010s French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel 1980 necklace chain and CC pendant
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Stunning huge Chanel chain necklace with a Chanel CC pendant signed cc on the lock.
Stamp Chanel Made in France.
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Vintage Rare Gold Plated CC Ring Turnlock Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Vintage Rare Gold Plated CC Ring Turnlock Necklace
*Marked 96
*Made in France
*Comes with original box and tag
-The pendant is approximately...
Category
1990s European Artist Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
1980's Chanel Lucite & Crystal Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel iridescent Lucite choker necklace with crystal rhinestone rings. Collection 28 by Victoire de Castellane from the mid 1980s. Comes with origin...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Pearl Bead Yellow Gold Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous Chanel necklace featuring 18k yellow gold beads contrasting with pearls. The necklace has a length of 15" and the pearls measure 7mm.
Inventory ID: 0000536
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
70s Chanel Vintage Orb Necklace Faux White Pearls Long 52" Yellow Tone Cross
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage 70s Chanel faux pearl orb necklace crafted in yellow tone (circa 1971-1980).
The necklace features faux pearls measuring 12mm each, with eight rep...
Category
1970s French Baroque Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Base Metal
Chanel Vintage Gold Plated CC Heart Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
* Marked 95
* Made in France
* Comes with the original box
- It is approximately 24" long. The rings are approximately 1.75" x 1.5".
- It is very beautiful and classic
- In an excel...
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Necklaces
Chanel CC Pendant Necklace in Dark Silver-Plated Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Necklace in dark silver-plated metal with a cc pendant ornamented with Swarovski rhinestones. Unsigned jewelry from private sales.
Additional information:
Condition: Very g...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Necklaces
2017 Chanel Oversized Silver Necklace or Belt
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel oversized silver circles and letters chain necklace/belt. Cruise 2017 collection. Comes with original box.
Category
2010s French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Vintage Gold Toned Logo Pendant Necklace, 1997
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage 1997 gold toned necklace featuring a massive CC logo pendant.
Chunky gold toned chain.
Hook clasp closure with CC logo details.
Autumn/Winter 1997 Collection.
Marke...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Faux Pearl Gold Tone Quilted Flap Bag Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Faux Pearl Gold Tone Quilted Flap Bag Necklace
Brand- Chanel
Model- Quilted Flap Bag Necklace
Product Type- Necklace
Serial Number- B2*
Age- Circa 2023
Accompanied By- Chanel...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Gold-Tone Multi-Strand Belt/Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Gold-Tone Multi-Strand Belt/Necklace
Features three different charms, can be worn as belt or necklace
Made In: France
Year of Production: 1970s-1980s
Color: Goldtone
Materia...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel CC Necklace with Rhinestones, 2008
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal necklace with rhinestones. 2008 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 105 cm
Period: 21st Cen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Fil De Camelia Diamond Necklace in 18k 18KT Yellow Gold FG VS 0.10 CTW
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Fil De Camelia Diamond Necklace in 18k 18KT Yellow Gold FG VS 0.10 CTW
PRIMARY DETAILS
SKU: 132297
Listing Title: Chanel Fil De Camelia D...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Vintage Red and Green Gripoix Glass Cabochon Bar Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold toned bar brooch embellished with red and green GRIPOIX glass cabochons.
Embossed CHANEL and 105.
Indicative measurements : length approx. 7.2 cm (2.83 inches) ...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Golden Metal Long Necklace, 2007
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal long necklace wit glass paste and costume pearls. 2007 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: ...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel 'Paris' Antique Gold Strass & Crystal 'CC' Logo Necklace
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel 'Paris' Antique Gold Strass & Crystal 'CC' Logo Necklace
Chain necklace in aged gold with crystal encrusted 'Paris' and 'CC' logo with multicoloured strass snowflake adornmen...
Category
2010s Unknown Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Faux Pearl Crystal Balls CC Logo Necklace, 2014
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD silver tone chain necklace featuring faux pearls, two crystal balls, a resin cabochon link and a jewelled CC logo.
Lobster clasp closure.
Laser engraving C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Large Sailor Wheel Long Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Large Sailor Wheel Long Chain Necklace
*Marked 94
* Made in France
* Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 28" long.
-The pendant is a...
Category
1990s French Artisan Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Vintage Large Orange Faux Pearl Necklace, 1990
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage large orange faux pearl necklace.
From the collection N°25 (year : 1990).
Jewelry designer VICTOIRE DE CASTELLANE.
Adjustable hook clasp closure.
Embossed CHANEL 2 ...
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20th Century French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Unique Black White Half Half 2 Strand Pearl Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Unique Black White Half Half 2 Strand Pearl Long Necklace
* Marked 16
* Made in France
*Comes with the original box and pouch
-It is approximately 42" long.
-It is very uniq...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Gold & Red Gripoix Magnifying Glass Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into the world of timeless elegance with the Chanel Gold & Red Gripoix Magnifying Glass Necklace—an exquisite piece that captures the essence of antique allure. This necklace isn't just an accessory; it's a work of art, meticulously crafted in gold plating with a touch of vintage charm. Picture yourself adorned in the double strands of this necklace, each link carefully plated in gold and decorated with rich red gripoix beads. The attention to detail is impeccable, creating a stunning visual feast that harks back to the glamour of a bygone era. The centerpiece of this necklace is the round magnifying pendant...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Coin crown sautoir necklace 1980 Paris
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel oval Coin with Chanel symbol under a crown. Chanel inscription wrote all around the coin. between each coin a smaller coin with the just a crown. Gold plated from 1980.
Chanel...
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1980s Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Chanel 2014 CC Plexiglass Padlock Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Chanel 2014 CC Plexiglass Padlock Necklace, a bold and playful statement piece that exudes luxury and sophistication. This thick silver-tone chain necklace features a...
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2010s French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Vintage Pearl and Purple Crystal Satoir Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Pearl and Purple Crystal Satoir Necklace is in excellent vintage condition from the 1981 collection. Rose cut purple crystals and faux pearls are situated on a...
Category
1980s European Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Vintage 1990s Multi-Strand Faux Pearl & Crystal Rondelle Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Vintage '90s Multi-Strand Pearl & Crystal Rondelle Necklace
Made In: France
Year of Production: 1990-1992
Color: Ivory and goldtone
Materials: Faux pearls, metal and rhinesto...
Category
1990s French Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
Chanel Pendant Necklace, 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal pendant necklace from the 1980s.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 82 cm
Period: 20th Century
Seller...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Necklaces
1980's Vinage Chanel Lucite Sphere Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
1980s Chanel Lucite sphere pendant necklace. Original pouch or box included. Metal is slightly tarnished. Highly collectible
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Chanel necklace Haute Couture in Dark Golden Metal with Red Glass Pearls
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Dark-golden metal necklace with red glass pearls. Jewelry from the Coco era, seen on Coco Chanel. Not signed.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Gold CC Faux Pearl Drop Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Faux Pearl Drop Necklace
*Marked 16
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box and pouch
-It is approximately 17" to 19" long.
-The drop pearl is approximately 3"....
Category
2010s Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Pearl
Chanel Silver CC Petrified Wood CC Dangle Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver CC Petrified Wood CC Dangle Pendant Necklace
*Marked 10
*Made in Italy
*Comes with the original box and tag
-The chain is approximately 16″ to 22″ long
-Pendant- appr...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Gripiox & Crystal Medallion Necklace
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Chanel Gripiox & Crystal Medallion Necklace
Gold medallion with blue gripoix and 'Chanel' lettering in crystal.
Large centred 'CC' logo also encrusted with crystals. Set on a gold ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Gilt Metal
Chanel CC Short Golden Metal and Resin Necklace, 2000
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Short golden metal and resin necklace centered with a cc pendant. 2000 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Lengt...
Category
Early 2000s French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Vintage 24K Gold Plated Sautoir Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Vintage 24K Gold Plated Sautoir Necklace- mint condition.
Wearable with everything from t shirts to evening gowns, it is a brilliant addition for any collection.
Long 24 ka...
Category
1980s Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Gemstone Gold Sautoir Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous Chanel sautoir necklace featuring multi color gemstones positioned to play off of each other like the colors of the rainbow, crafted in 18k yellow gold. The necklace may ...
Category
1990s French Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Short Necklace of Costume Pearls & Glass Paste
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Short necklace with several costume pearl rows, and a glass paste and golden metal fastener. Work from the Goossens Atelier for the house of Chanel.
Additi...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Motif Perfume Camellia Leather Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Motif Perfume Camellia Leather Necklace
*Marked Chanel
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 33" long.
-Pendants ar...
Category
1980s French Artisan Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Gold CC Pink Crystal Ring Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Pink Crystal Ring Pendant Necklace
* Marked 06
* Made in Italy
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 16 to 24" long.
-The pendant is approximately 1.5" x...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Artisan Chanel Necklaces
Vintage CHANEL 80's Haute Couture Gold Tassel Necklace
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
This rare necklace is a Vintage piece of the House of CHANEL from the 80's. The necklace is conceived with a gold-plated chain. It closes with a bar and a ring. All around the chain,...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Silver CC Baguette Double Face Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver CC Baguette Double Face Pendant Necklace
*Marked 09
*Made in Italy
-The pendant is approximately 0.75″ x 0.9″.
-Necklace- approximately 16″.
-Very beautiful and shiny...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Artisan Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Rare Vintage Silver Bar Link Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Silver Bar Link Choker Necklace
*Marked 00
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-It is approximately 13.5" to 15.5".
-...
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Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Rare Gold CC Shiny Gold Crystal Pearl Bead Long Dangle Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Gold CC Shiny Gold Crystal Pearl Bead Long Dangle Pendant Necklace
*Marked 06
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-The pendant is approximately 5.75″ x 1.5″.
-...
Category
Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
Chanel Necklace Haute Couture in Dark Golden Metal with Green Glass Pearls
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Dark-golden metal necklace with green glass pearls. Jewelry from the Coco era, seen on Coco Chanel. Not signed.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Necklaces
Chanel necklaces for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Chanel necklaces 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 necklaces, from our inventory of 51, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 845 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 necklaces by Isabel Canovas, Maison Goossens for Chanel, and Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel. Prices for Chanel necklaces can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes.
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Questions About Chanel Necklaces
- 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.
- 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel uses a variety of materials to produce costume jewelry. Most pieces are non-precious metals with resin, glass and crystal used in place of genuine pearls and gemstones. Some designs incorporate real leather or fabrics like velvet. You'll find a variety of Chanel jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
- Why is Chanel so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chanel is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Chanel a highly coveted brand.
- Who is 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.