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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.

Find a range of vintage Chanel earrings, watches and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

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Rare CHANEL B18 CC white heart drop pearl pendant necklace
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHANEL B18 CC white heart drop pearl pendant necklace Reference: TGAS/C01560 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: 18B Material: Metal, Acrylic Color: White, Gold P...
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2010s Chanel Necklaces

Chanel 18K Yellow Gold Multicolor Gemstone and Diamond Collar Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Stunning multicolor gemstone necklace crafted in 18K yellow gold by Chanel. Fits like a collar around your neck making a glamorous stateme...
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20th Century French Modern Chanel Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold

Chanel Chunky Gold-Toned and White Enamel Chain Choker
By Chanel
Located in West Hartford, CT
Chanel Chunky Gold-Toned and White Enamel Chain Choker with CC charm and Alligator Clip. From the Spring/Summer 2007 collection by Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel. Condition: Excellent wi...
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Early 2000s Chanel Necklaces

Chanel 2007 Collier CC Pearls n beads tassel on chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel necklace PE2007 collection mid-length or short composed of a gold metal chain decorated with a "pompom" of gold metal beads, fancy beads and CC logo. Total length of the neckl...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Chain Necklace with Turquoise-Like Glass Pearls
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal thin chain necklace with turquoise-like glass pearls and rhinestones. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Lengt...
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1970s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Vintage 1983 Four-Strand Baroque Pearl Necklace, Ornate Medallion Clasp
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A gorgeous Chanel faux pearl necklace from the ultra-glamorous 1980s. This beauty of a necklace boasts four graduated strands of baroque p...
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Late 20th Century French Baroque Revival Chanel Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gilt Metal

c1981 Ultra Long 105" Vintage Chanel Flower Necklace Purple Glass Beads
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Chanel flower necklace crafted in yellow gold-tone (circa 1981). We haven't come across a Chanel necklace quite like this one! Measuri...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Super Rare Gold CC Black Comb Mirror Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Super Rare Gold CC Black Comb Mirror Pendant Necklace *Marked 22 *Made in Italy *Comes with the original box and pouch -It is approxim...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Vintage 1995 Long Oval Pearls CC Logo Coco Chain Link Versatile Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1995 Long Oval Pearls CC Logo Coco Chain Link Openwork Versatile Necklace Belt Bracelet, Gold Tone Very classic versatile necklace. Can be worn as many different styl...
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1990s French Art Deco Chanel Necklaces

Materials

24k Gold

Chanel pearl necklace
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal necklace with three costume pearl rows. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 44 cm SKU:CB88
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1990s French Chanel Necklaces

Vintage Chanel 1981 Sautoir Chain Necklace w/Pearl & Bevel-Set Gripoix beads
By Chanel
Located in Studio City, CA
1981 Chanel 24k gold plated sautoir necklace made from textured gold links, baroque pearls and two sizes of oval, hammered gold bezel-set dark blue & clear Gripoix glass beads. Necklace was purchased by original owner at Bergdorf Goodman in the 1980's. Not show in photos, necklace has a small round tag with the Chanel stamp, CC logo in the center and year next to copyright. Comes with original gray velvet...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces

CHANEL Black Chestplate Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful CHANEL chestplate necklace in black and silver. A wonderful piece of jewelry. Condition: very good Made in France Materials: Metal, resin Colors: silver, black Dimensions:...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Beaded Marble Flower Belt Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel Beaded Marble Flower Belt Necklace in excellent condition. Black, gray, pearl and metal beads with gunmetal chain. gray, black and white glitter marble flower emblem with gunm...
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2010s Chanel Necklaces

CHANEL Multicolor Chocker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Condition : very good Made in France Materials : gold plated metal, resin Colors : yellow, amethyst, ruby Measurements : length: 39 cm + 5 cm of adjustable chain, size of a coin med...
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1990s French Chanel Necklaces

Materials

24k Gold

Chanel 80s Scales Textured Magnifier Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel long logo scales pattern magnifier necklace. Can be worn single or double. Collection 23. Comes with original pouch or box. D 2.75".
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Necklaces

Chanel 2024 Collection Pearl Choker Necklace With 'CC' Logo Heart Pendants
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
We Adore - Chanel 2024 Collection Pearl Choker Necklace With 'CC' Logo Heart Pendants From the Spring‑Summer 2024 Pre‑Collection  is this pearl choker adorned with three hold heart ...
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2010s 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.
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Golden and Silvery Metal Chain Necklace Spring, 1993
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden and silvery metal chain necklace with a beaten and engraved circular pendant. 1993 Spring-Summer Collection. Additional information: Condition: Ver...
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20th Century French Chanel Necklaces

Timeless Vintage Chanel Logo Rope Design Necklace 1980s
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An iconic vintage Chanel rope logo necklace boasting the iconic interlocking Cs upon a coiled rope medallion. Set within a chunky chain this piece will undoubtedly turn heads owing t...
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1980s Vintage Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Japonesque Fan Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Chanel Japonesque Fan Pendant drop necklace circa 1960's France. A combination of European and Eastern aesthetics with bird engraved Japanese fans mounted with a classical french clam shell motifs in Antique gold finish as pendants on a twisted lame rope collar, likely used for embroidery or trims on accompanying evening suits. Maison Denez...
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1960s French Baroque Vintage Chanel Necklaces

Materials

Bronze, Gilt Metal

Statement Gold "CHANEL" CC Paris Large Pendant Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Beautiful large gold CC statement chain pendant necklace from CHANEL 100% authentic Made in France Collection 28 Gold-Plated Measurements approx.: chain length: 31" Very good condit...
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Early 20th Century Chanel Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Chanel short necklace
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Short golden metal necklace with green and red glass paste. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 42 cm SKU:CB16
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Sautoir with Lilac and Celadon Pearls
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Sautoir with Lilac and Celadon Pearls, handmade by Maison Gripoix. Handmade Lilac and celadon toned faux pearls are hand wire wrapped onto the gilt bronze chain. Closes with lobster clasp and CC logo insignia. 48", 10 mm Pearls...
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1990s French Chanel Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Tiffany & Co 925 Starfish Large Pendant Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Tiffany &Co 925 Starfish Large Pendant Chain Necklace *Marked Tiffany &;Co, Elsa Peretti and 925 *Made in Spain *Comes with original pouch and original box -Chain is approximately ...
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2010s Spanish Artisan Chanel Necklaces

Materials

Silver

rare CHANEL B20K green pink red gripoix gold CC logo byzantine princess necklace
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare CHANEL B20K green pink red gripoix gold CC logo byzantine princess necklace Reference: AAWC/A01035 Brand: Chanel Designer: Virginie Viard Collection: B20K Material: Metal, Gripo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Necklaces

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...
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1970s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Silver CC Grey Stars 4 Strand Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver CC Grey Stars 4 Strand Chain Necklace *Marked 17 *Made in Italy *Comes with the original box and pouch -The pendants are approximately 0.75″ x...
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2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Necklaces

CHANEL antique silver-tone 2014 14P 100TH ANNIVERSARY COIN CHAIN Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel double chain necklace in antique silver-tone features an array of charm pendants with iconic Chanel motifs, alo...
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2010s Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Beautiful Vintage Faux Pearl Collar Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bellevue, WA
Stunning faux pearl collar necklace from the house of CHANEL 100% authentic Made in France Collection 29 Gold-Plated and faux pearls Very good condition overall aside from light wear...
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Late 20th Century Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Iconic Faux Pearls Logo Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel gold-tone and faux-pearls necklace featuring spring-ring fastening with Chanel pitted on, a front logo with strass and beads, faux-pearls beads. Maxi Length: Front Chanel me...
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2010s French Chanel Necklaces

Chanel CC Faux Pearl & Enamel Gold Tone Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2467 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2017 Model CC Metal Gilt Weight approx 72 g Length approx 90 cm Condition Excellent __________________________________ If you are interested in...
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2010s French Chanel Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Gilt Metal

Chanel Golden Metal Necklace, 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal necklace with an old gold color and colored glass paste elements. Jewelry from the 1980s. Additional information: Condition: Very good conditi...
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20th Century French Chanel Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Vintage Chanel CC Sunburst Necklace 1980s
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Chanel CC Sunburst Necklace. Centring on the iconic theme of the sunburst immortalised by Coco Chanel in her early fine jewellery collections. Adorned in true 80s Lagerfeld...
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1980s Vintage Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Classic Light Gold Ribbon Bow CC Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Classic Light Gold Ribbon Bow CC Necklace *Marked 05 *Made in France -Chain is approximately 16". -The pendant is approximately 1.25" x 0.9 " -It is very pretty and cute. -I...
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Early 2000s French Artisan Chanel Necklaces

Chanel 90 Gripoix Pearl Sautoir Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel original 1990 long pearl and crystal sautoir necklace designed by Victoire de Castellaine. Pristine condition with the faux pearls coating without defects. Can be worn single ...
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Late 20th Century Chanel Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Curb Link Chain ID Logo Necklace, Spring 2015
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD ruthenium tone curb link chain necklace featuring an ID tag embossed CHANEL. Lobster clasp closure. Laser mark CHANEL B15 P Made in Italy. Indicative meas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Necklaces

CHANEL Vintage 1994 Gold Pearl Fringe Tassel Dangle Clip-On Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Banbury, GB
Brand: Chanel Period: Approx. 1994 Serial No.: 94A Model: Clip-On Earring __________________________________ Metal: Gold Plated Stone: Pearl Measurement: Approx. 8cm L Weight: 47g ...
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1990s French Chanel Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

CHANEL Vintage gold tone Coco Mademoiselle Medallion chain princess necklace
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Vintage gold tone Coco Mademoiselle Medallion chain princess necklace Reference: TGAS/F00112 Brand: Chanel Material: Metal Color: Gold Pattern: Solid Closure: Clasp Extra Deta...
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1990s French Chanel Necklaces

CHANEL Vintage GRIPOIX Necklace, 1982
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold tone chain necklace featuring pebble shaped MAISON GRIPOIX black glass beads, a faux pearl and black glass drop. Hook clasp closure. Embossed on a round metal t...
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20th Century French Chanel Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Statement Logo Chain Sautoir Necklace 2018
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Chanel Crystal CC Necklace. A stunning sautoir from the 2018 Spring Summer Collection. Featuring chunky links adorned comprising the iconic CC logo and finished to perfecti...
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2010s Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Cristaux Glaces Diamond 18K White Gold Necklace Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Geneva, CH
Chanel "Cristaux Glacés" Diamond and 18K White Gold Necklace and Earrings. Diamond estimated F/G color - VVS clarity. Retail price: approximately USD21,300. Our price: USD15,900.- N...
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Early 2000s European Aesthetic Movement Chanel Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

CHANEL Enamel CC Camellia Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL silver tone chain pendant necklace featuring a CC logo with black enamel and a camellia flower detail. Lobster clasp closure. Embossed CHANEL P Made in France. Indicative m...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Gunmetal CC Branch Pearl Black Bead Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gunmetal CC Branch Pearl Black Bead Necklace *Marked 13 *Made in Italy *Comes with the original box and dustbag -The largest pendant is approxima...
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2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Necklaces

Forever Chanel Pink And Gold Sautoir
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Long necklace Forever CHANEL Collection Ready to Wear 2021. Delivered in its original Chanel box. In very good condition. Made in France. Material: metal, resin, rhinestones/strass ...
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2010s French Modern Chanel Necklaces

1980's Chanel Chain Sautoir Necklace w/Pearl & Gripoix Beads
By Chanel
Located in Studio City, CA
1980's Chanel 24k gold plated double stranded chain sautoir with pearls and blue gripoix beads. Features a spring ring and swivel clasp closure with oval ...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Big Logo Necklace/Belt
By Chanel
Located in West Hartford, CT
A bold and iconic statement piece from the golden era of Chanel, this oversized logo necklace/belt embodies the house’s signature blend of glamour and ed...
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1990s French Chanel Necklaces

1960s Vintage Chanel Gripoix 5-Strand Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
1960s Chanel five-strand graduated chain necklace embellished with red gripoix and faux-pearl beads. Can be worn single or double. Original bo...
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1960s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces

Vintage Chanel Gold Statement Chain & Byzantine Medallion Necklace 1984
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A 1980s Vintage Chanel Medallion Necklace. Created whilst Victoire de Castellane was at the helm of Chanel's costume jewellery design...
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20th Century Chanel Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Gold Metal Necklace and Glass Paste Pendant
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Gold metal necklace and glass paste pendant. Collection 2cc3. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 50 cm - Pendant: 6...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces

Rambaud Double Strand Pearl Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Eduard Rambaud highly collcetible 80s oversize belt /necklace. Can be worn in multiple ways , very versatile and very big size. Comes with pouch or box.
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Coco Mark Gold Medallion Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bloomington, MN
Chanel Coco Mark Gold Medallion Necklace Discover timeless elegance with this authentic Chanel Coco Mark Gold Medallian Necklace. Crafted fr...
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Late 20th Century Modern Chanel Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Chanel Paris-Bombay Métiers d’art 2011 Collection long sautoir necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel long sautoir necklace Paris-Bombay métier d’art collection 2011 ( maison gossens for the art workshop) Chanel 3 CC logo. Each Chanel logo have 3 blue pearl open work on the CC...
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2010s Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Beaded Red Gripoix and Pearl Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Beaded Red Gripoix and Pearl Necklace is in excellent vintage condition from the 1984 collection. Faux Baroque pearls and deep red Gripoix beads are stationed ...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces

Chanel gold metal charms necklace
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
A fabulous, preloved piece by Chanel from 1994 with two twisted strands and accompanying two gold charms, a classic quilted flap bag and a straw hat. This stylish, fun necklace is de...
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20th Century Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Flowers Silver Enamel Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel mint condition long sterling silver necklace/belt with enamel flower bouquet detail. Collection spring 2005. Comes with velvet pouch.
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Necklaces

1990's Vintage Chanel Green Gripoix Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel rare green and pearl gripoix large pendant necklace. Collection 28, late 90s , by Victoire de Castellaine. Pendant is 4.5". Minor Comes with original pouch or box.
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20th Century French Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Filigree Capped Gilt Ball Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
In this necklace the play of multi-toned layered baroque gilt caps against shiny gilt spheres creates an interesting dynamic. This Chanel series was well documented and sold in the period. Combinations of the rich, textural metalwork mixed with smooth(metal) or tumbled (pate de verre) elements helped to create the elegant french signature of her accessories. There is often a reference to antique jewelry in many of her pieces, one of her favorites being the Renaissance period. Necklace 19". Drop: 2.75" Signed: CHANEL circa 1960s Workshop: Goossens Foto: Chanel crafting jewelry, 1957 image by Mark West...
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1960s French Vintage Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Silver Mini Flower Crystal CC Pearl Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Silver Mini Flower Crystal CC Pearl Necklace * Marked 18 * Made in Italy *Comes with the original box and pouch -It is approximately 46" lo...
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2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Necklaces

Chanel Gold-Plated 2011 Faux Pearl CC Station Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Gold-Plated 2011 Faux Pearl CC Station Necklace PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 145913 Listing Title: Chanel Gold-Plated 2011 Faux Pearl CC Station Necklace Condition Description: Ret...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Pendant Necklace with Baroque Costume Pearl, 1984
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Baroque costume pearl necklace with a golden metal pendant and red glass paste. A 1984 Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition D...
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20th Century French 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.
Questions About Chanel Necklaces
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There 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.
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    The 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.
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    Chanel 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.
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    Chanel was founded in 1910 by Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel, a French fashion designer who opened a hat boutique in Paris that year. Chanel went on to transform women’s fashion with revolutionary and elegant designs that tore down gender boundaries and freed women from the confining fashions of the day. Find vintage and contemporary Chanel bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    Chanel 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.
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    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
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    Chanel is so expensive because it is a top-class designer brand which creates their products from quality raw materials and high production methods while employing some of the top talent in the fashion world. The brand's innovative designs along with its creative marketing strategy make Chanel a highly coveted brand.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    All 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.
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    Although some Chanel jewelry contains real freshwater pearls, much of their costume jewelry is made from coated glass, though they are still high quality.
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    A 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.
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    The 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.
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    Yes, 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.
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    Depending 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 ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Chanel 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.
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    Chanel 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, 2021
    Although 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel 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 ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Coco 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Gabrielle "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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Chanel 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Chanel 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 7, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    What 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, 2024
    Any 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, 2024
    Coco 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    A 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, 2023
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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, 2023
    There 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, 2022
    You 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.

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