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 2009 Necklace in Gold Plated
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel 2009 Necklace in Gold Plated
PRIMARY DETAILS
SKU: 144359
Listing Title: Chanel 2009 Necklace in Gold Plated
Condition Description: Retails for 1850 USD. In excellent condit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Pearl White CC Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Krakow, PL
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your collection with this beautiful Chanel Pearl White CC Necklace!
The total length is 90 cm, making it a versatile piece that can be styled in ...
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2010s Chanel Necklaces
Vintage Chanel Fringe Logo Droplet Bib Necklace from the 2001 Collection
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning Vintage Chanel Fringe Logo Necklace from 2001. Crafted in gold plated metal. Featuring no less than fifteen long chain drops creating a fringe style bib effect and finishe...
Category
Early 2000s Chanel Necklaces
1980's Vintage Chanel Rare Pearls Magnifier Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel rare and collectible pearl magnifier necklace. Can be worn single or double. Collection 23 , mid 80s, by Victoire de Castellaine. Comes with original box or pouch.
Category
20th Century French 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
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...
Category
2010s French Chanel Necklaces
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...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Vintage Pearl and Crystal Beaded Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
BEAUTIFUL Chanel Vintage Pearl and Crystal Beaded Necklace in excellent condition. Round pearl beads with small gold hexagon crystal beads. This...
Category
1980s Vintage 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 ...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Vintage Chunky Gold Toned Bells and Egg Charms Necklace, 1994
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage 1994 chunky gold toned chain necklace featuring a pendant with two bells (tinklings) and one "egg" shaped charm with CC logos.
Spring clasp and toggle closure.
Autum...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel Gold Snake Lucite Belt/Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel gold snake chain belt/ necklace with three lucite logo details. Excellent condition.
Collection spring 97. Comes with original box.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Gold Scratchy CC 2 Strand Pearl Black Knot Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold Scratchy CC 2 Strand Pearl Black Knot Necklace
*Marked 16
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box
-The necklace is approximately 34"...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Necklaces
CHANEL Vintage Gold Toned Gripoix CC Medallion Coin Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage gold toned chain necklace featuring a textured medallion coin embossed CHANEL CC and embellished with green/red MAISON GRIPOIX glass cabochons.
Spri...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage 1996 Silver Tone Jewelled Turn-Lock Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage 1996 silver tone chain necklace featuring an iconic turn-lock clasp embellished with clear crystals.
Fall 1996 Collection.
Embossed CHANEL 96 A Mad...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Red Ball Crystal Mirror Locket Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Red Ball Crystal Mirror Locket Necklace
* Marked 21
* Made in France
* Comes with the original box, pouch and cushion.
-It is approximately 34" long.
-The locket is approxim...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Vintage Gilt-Metal Bead Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel vintage gilt-metal bead necklace, made in France
Five-strand gilt-metal beads (13 mm), forming a wide choker; marked Chanel, 23, made in F...
Category
Late 20th Century French Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
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
Massive Chanel Cross designed by Victoire de Castellane
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Massive cross and necklace design by Victoire de Castellane, Unique and spectacular. A must have collectible.
Category
1990s French Chanel Necklaces
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, Gold
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 Black Rhinestone Egyptian Scarab Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel Black Rhinestone Egyptian Scarab Necklace in like new condition. from fall/winter 2019 collection with gold chain necklace and 2x2.75" ...
Category
2010s 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 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 '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 Camellia 18k Yellow Gold Flower & Hoop Motif Necklace & Bracelet Set
By Chanel
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This chic authentic necklace and bracelet are by Chanel from the Camellia Collection. Crafted from 18k yellow gold with a polished finish. The necklace has small to large 7 camellia flower motifs with small to large circles and double ring motifs. The bracelet has medium to small flower and hoop in similar style as the necklace. The assorted design motifs are set in an alternating pattern creating a most fashionable look. Both necklace and bracelet secure with a hook in clasp and has a small tag hallmark by the designer with the gold content and serial number.
The set can be worn as necklace and bracelet or connect the bracelet for a long 27" necklace
Includes Chanel authentication polishing paper.
Brand: Chanel
Hallmark: Necklace: Chanel Au750...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chanel Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CHANEL Vintage Gold Plated CC Logo Medallion Flower Chain Necklace 1995
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This wonderful rare, 1995 Chanel gold plated cutout CC logo hammered medallion flower chain necklace has the interlocking CC’s with CHANEL writin...
Category
1990s French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Vintage Pearl and Amber Crystal Layered Bib Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Pearl and Amber Crystal Layered Bib Necklace is in excellent vintage condition. Five strands of varied gold chain, amber crystal beads and faux pearls are laye...
Category
20th Century European Chanel Necklaces
Chanel 1980s Gold Tone Logo Quilted Medallion Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Chanel 1980s Gold Tone Logo Quilted Medallion Necklace – a classic yellow gold plated link necklace that embodies vintage glamour. This timeless yet glamorous necklac...
Category
1980s French Vintage 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French 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 Necklace in Costume Pearly Beads and Gold-Plated Metal, 1990s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel (Made in France) Necklace in costume pearly beads and gold-plated metal. 2cc9 Collection.
Additional Information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 80 cm
Per...
Category
20th Century French Chanel Necklaces
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Magnifying Glass Pendant Necklace Spring 2002
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
An iconic Chanel quilt frame magnifying glass pendant necklace from Spring 2002. The pendant has a glass magnifying lens set into the round quilt frame and measures 2" in diameter. T...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel F/W 1992 leather and medallion logo CC necklace/belt
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel F/W 1992 lambskin leather dark brown chocolate with CC logo medallion pendant 24k gold plated
Category
1990s French Chanel Necklaces
Chanel S/S 2014 bib suede leather lace and metal necklace
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel spring summer 2014 choker bib necklace, sea green suede leather and metal silver lace, no stamp it’s a runway sample piece
Category
2010s French Chanel Necklaces
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 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 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Maltese Cross Gripoix Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel gripoix maltese cross pendant necklace. Collection autumn 2007. Pendant D. 2.5". Comes with original box.
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 80s Necklace/Belt Quilted Gold
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel 80s quilted belt, can be worn as a necklace. Excellent condition, comes with original pouch or box .
Category
1980s Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Chocker CHANEL Pearly Baroque Beads Glass Paste
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Made in France
Materials : pearly glass paste beads
Color : copper orange
Measurements : total length 48 cm, adjustable on 6 cm, beads diameter 2 cm
Gold plated metal
Stamp: no
Year ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Classic Gold CC Iridescent Bead Pearl Dangle Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Classic Gold CC Iridescent Bead Pearl Dangle Chain Necklace
*Marked 19
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box and pouch
-It is approximately 16" to extended 23" long.
...
Category
2010s French Artisan Chanel Necklaces
Chanel CC Choker Necklace Metal with Faux Tahiti Pearls and Beads.
By Chanel
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Model: CC Choker Necklace Metal with Faux Tahiti Pearls and Beads.
The color of the chain looks like in the photo where it is worn
51cm half length
102cm total length
Condition: Goo...
Category
2010s European Early Victorian Chanel Necklaces
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 Vintage Blue Gripoix CC Button Motif Clip-on Earring
By Chanel
Located in Banbury, GB
Brand: Chanel
Period: Approx. 1997
Stamp Date: 97A
Model: Clip-On Earring
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Metal: Gold Plated
Stone: Gripoix Glass
Measurement: Approx. 3cm
Weight...
Category
1990s French Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Rustic CC Clear Stone Flower Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rustic CC Clear Stone Flower Pendant Necklace
*Marked 10
*Made in Italy
-It is approximately 16" long.
-The pendant is approximately 1.25" x 1".
-It is a very unique rustic ...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Chanel Necklaces
Chanel 24k Gold Plated Maltese Cross Necklace With 'CC' Logo, Gripoix Cabochon &
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Collectors Item - Chanel 24k Gold Plated Maltese Cross Necklace With 'CC' Logo, Gripoix Cabochon & Pearls
From the Fall/Winter 2011 Collection is this pale gold necklace adorned wit...
Category
2010s Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Victoire De Castelane for Chanel Necklace/Belt
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Victoire De Castelane for Chanel necklace/belt. In perfect condition, made in France. From the 70's with the Chanel CC charm.
Category
1970s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Gold-Plated 2016 Multistrand Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Gold-Plated 2016 Multistrand Necklace
PRIMARY DETAILS
SKU: 145371
Listing Title: Chanel Gold-Plated 2016 Multistrand Necklace
Condition Description: Retails for 1650 USD. I...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
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 Vintage Faceted Crystal Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Faceted Crystal Necklace is in excellent vintage condition. Round faceted crystals are interspersed with large rectangular crystals. Gold tone hardware. P...
Category
1980s Vintage 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 Gold CC Rope Charm Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Gold CC Rope Charm Necklace is in excellent vintage condition form the late 1980’s. Seven interlocking CC charms in intricate woven rope design dangle from a g...
Category
1980s European Vintage Chanel Necklaces
Chanel Light Gold CC Ribbon Bow Pearl Leather Chain Short Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Light Gold CC Ribbon Bow Pearl Leather Chain Short Necklace
*Marked 22
*Made in France
*Comes with the original box and pouch
-The pendant is approximately 1.25″ x 1.25″ .
-...
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2010s French Artisan Chanel Necklaces
Rare Chanel 1992 turnlock choker necklace
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Chanel Runway 1992 quilted gold leather turnlock CC logo choker necklace 24k gold plated very good condition
Category
1990s French 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 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
Chanel "Pine Tree" Silvery Metal Short Necklace, 2003
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Silvery metal short necklace with a snow-like material sprayed pendant. Fall-Winter 2003
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimension...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Chanel Light Gold CC Lavender Lock Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Light Gold CC Lavender Lock Pendant Necklace
*Marked 18
*Made in Italy
*Comes with the original box and pouch
-The length is about 17".
-The pendant is approximately 1.5" ...
Category
2010s Italian Artisan 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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, 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Who is Chanel owned by?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel is owned by Alain Wertheimer and Gérard Wertheimer. They are the grandsons of Pierre Wertheimer, the business partner of Coco Chanel, who founded the luxury fashion house in 1909. Shop a wide range of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- Where is Chanel manufactured?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel is manufactured in a number of locations. The French luxury fashion house has factories in France, Italy and Spain. Their sunglasses come from a factory in Italy. You can find a large selection of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- What does Chanel sell?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024Chanel sells a variety of items. The French luxury fashion house offers ready-to-wear apparel, shoes, jewelry, watches, eyewear, fragrances, cosmetics and skin care products. In addition, Chanel is well known for its small leather goods and bags, such as its iconic 2.55 Flap Bag. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of Chanel apparel and accessories.
- What is a Chanel Reissue?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Chanel Reissue 2.55 is the updated version of the classic Chanel 2.55 handbag. Inspired by Coco Chanel’s original design from 1955, the Reissue 2.55 was released in 2005 as a homage to the original. The reissued version is considered more modern in design with slight modifications in the lock, leather, handle and flaps. Shop a wide range of the Chanel classic 2.55 and the Reissue 2.55 on 1stDibs.
- Who is the designer of Chanel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 7, 2024The designer at Chanel was Virginie Viard until she stepped away from her role in June of 2024. Viard started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s “right arm and my left arm” according to Lagerfeld, who injected Chanel with a frisson of modernity from his first collection at the venerable brand.
In addition to a five-year stint at Chloé, Viard worked as Lagerfeld’s Chanel studio director until his death in 2019, after which she was named his successor as creative director. Viard’s French bohemian style revisits the past, but always with a fresh eye.
Viard's successor had yet to be named as of June 2024.
Find vintage Chanel handbags, evening dresses, jackets and other clothing for sale on 1stDibs. - What is Chanel iridescent?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chanel iridescent is a type of material used by the French luxury fashion house Chanel to produce handbags and other accessories. It is a type of calfskin with a shimmery finish. You'll find a large collection of Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- What is the Chanel logo called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What the Chanel logo is called varies. Some people refer to it as the Coco Chanel logo, after founder Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel. It was Chanel who first created the logo, incorporating her initials. Other names used for the logo include "the interlocking Cs" and "the double Cs." Shop a collection of Chanel apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Any piece produced more than 20 years ago is considered vintage Chanel. This includes apparel, bags, shoes, jewelry and accessories created anytime after the French luxury fashion house's founding in 1910. Items made within the last 20 years are considered contemporary. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of vintage Chanel pieces from some of the world’s top boutiques.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024Coco Chanel is most famous for founding the luxury French fashion house Chanel in 1910. In addition, she is known for creating the first-ever handbag to feature a shoulder strap, the 2.55 Flap Bag, in 1955. Chanel also created the little black dress in 1926. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Chanel apparel, bags, shoes and accessories.
- What makes Chanel so special?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024A few things account for what makes Chanel so special. First, the French luxury fashion house consistently chooses exceptional materials, such as supple genuine leather, wool and silk, for its pieces. During the manufacturing process, Chanel artisans perform much of the work by hand to ensure an unparalleled level of quality. Plus, Chanel has a history of shaping the fashion world with innovative designs, such as what some experts suggest was the first-ever shoulder bag and its iconic “little black dress” (a simple, spare and versatile design compared to most garments of the Jazz Age). Shop a large selection of Chanel apparel, bags, jewelry and accessories on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023The size of the Chanel GST is around 13.25 inches in length by 9.75 inches in width by 4.75 inches in depth with a strap drop of 9 inches. It is larger than the PST, which measures approximately 9.4 inches by 8.6 inches by 3.5 inches. Shop a selection of Chanel Grand Shopper Tote bags on 1stDibs.
- Are Chanel diamonds real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not Chanel diamonds are real depends on the piece. Fine jewelry manufactured by the French luxury fashion house features high-quality genuine diamonds certified as conflict free through the Kimberley Process. Fashion jewelry may show off rhinestones or crystals instead of real diamonds. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Chanel diamond gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Are all Chanel bags handmade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024Yes, all Chanel bags are handmade.
Authentic Chanel handbags, clutches, shoulder bags and other accessories are made in factories and ateliers located in France and regions of Italy such as Tuscany. Additionally, a town in a remote area of southern Spain called Ubrique is reportedly where luxury brands such as Chanel and Louis Vuitton source their leather products.
The brand stamp on an authentic Chanel bag will feature a logo that is accompanied by either "Made in Italy" or "Made in France." It will never read "Made in Paris," which is used on the backplate.
Find vintage Chanel bags and purses on 1stDibs. - How do I know my Chanel series?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To know the series of your Chanel bag, examine the first digit of the serial number and add one to whatever the number is. For example, if the serial number begins with a zero, your bag would be a first series. You'll find a range of expertly vetted Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023There are six Chanel collections. They are the Cruise collection (C), the Printemps collection (P), the Summer collection (S), the Métiers d’Art Collection (A), the Fall/Winter Act 1 (B) and the Fall/Winter Act 2 (K). Each year, the French luxury fashion house debuts these collections with a runway show. When comparing bags, you'll often see the collection code preceded by a number that represents the year of production. For example, a handbag labeled 22C comes from the 2022 Cruise collection. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Chanel pieces.
- 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.