In 1860, a 24-year-old son of a farmer, Louis-Ulysse Chopard (1836–1915), established the L.U.C. company — now known simply as Chopard, rather than by the founder’s initials — in Sonvilier, Switzerland. His initial work evolved from making mechanical movements to building the watches themselves, concentrating on making the pocket watch slimmer to carry for everyday use while also ensuring it was precise and reliable.
Early successes for Chopard included providing watches for the punctuality needs of the Swiss Railway Company. Recognizing the international market for Swiss watchmaking, Chopard traveled across Europe and Russia, with Czar Nicholas II becoming a client in 1912.
Chopard’s son, Paul-Louis, took over after Louis-Ulysse’s death in 1915 and expanded the business to La Chaux-de-Fonds. In 1937, the company relocated to the watchmaking center of Geneva, where they could mark their work with the prestigious Geneva Seal. (Paul-Louis’s son, Paul-André, took the reins in 1943.) Business thinned in the postwar years, and Paul-André’s sons declined the opportunity to take over for their father.
In 1963, Chopard was acquired by German goldsmith and watchmaker Karl Scheufele III and his wife, Karin. Under their ownership, Chopard added jewelry to its offerings. The popular Happy Diamonds wristwatch debuted in 1976 — it launched a collection, which now features bracelets, rings and other items. The distinctive watch sees dozens of glittering diamonds, loosed from their settings, moving freely around the dial.
The story goes that the in-house designer Ronald Kurowski was inspired by the kinetic glimmers of sunlight on a waterfall in the Black Forest. He would then develop the innovative system for the Happy Diamonds timepiece that he hoped would essentially mimic his experience in the woods.
A young Caroline Scheufele — Karl and Karin’s daughter, who would later become copresident and artistic director — led the introduction of a Happy Diamonds jewelry line in 1985, with her design for a playful clown pendant with a belly full of jittering precious stones. Subsequent lines and accessories such as the Happy Dreams bracelet, Happy Hearts collection and the Happy Sport watches further enhanced Chopard’s range of dynamic adornment.
The Scheufele family-run company continues to be synonymous with excellence in timepieces, such as its role as the official timekeeper for the Grand Prix de Monaco Historique, creating all of its movements in-house. And Chopard is constantly developing its wares, from sunglasses and fragrances to recent introductions of high-end handbags.
Find a wide range of vintage Chopard wristwatches, necklaces, rings and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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Chopard Happy Diamond Square Pendant 18k White Gold 16.5" Chain
By Chopard
Located in Northbrook, IL
Here we have a stunning Chopard Happy diamond floating square pendant necklace featuring a round white diamond set in 18k white gold. More details: Measurements: chain is 16.5" long...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Necklace La Strada Rose Gold Diamonds
By Chopard
Located in Berlin, DE
The Chopard La Strada necklace is a stunning expression of refined elegance and timeless Italian-inspired design. Crafted from luxurious 18K...
$44,000Sale Price|20% Off
Chopard Happy Spirit Heart Diamond Drop 18k White Gold Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant and iconic creation from Chopard’s celebrated Happy Spirit collection, this 18 karat white gold diamond drop necklace embodies refined femininity and contemporary sophisti...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Heart Shaped Ball Happy Diamond Chopard Necklace 18 k Yellow Gold
By Chopard
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
18 k Gold Diamonds: 5 ct Signed by Chopard with a Certificate of Authenticity Made in France Weight: 110 gr.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Chopard Diamond 18ct White Gold Happy Diamonds Icons Pendant
By Chopard
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chopard Diamond 18ct White Gold Happy Diamonds Icons Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref: J1444 Brand: Chopard Model: Happy Diamonds Pendant Type: Pendant Serial Number: undefined RRP: £4,180 Accompanied By: Chopard pouch, Chopard bag...
Diamond, White Gold
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
Chopard 5.80 Carat Diamond Heart Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
Happy Diamonds heart-shaped pendant necklace Crafted in 18 karat white gold, the pendant features Chopard’s signature floating diamonds, accented with pink sapphires, enclosed within...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Happy Spirit Diamond Large Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
Here we have a classic extra large Chopard necklace showcasing their iconic floating diamonds design. Crafted from 18ct yellow gold this round pendant features five circulating frame...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Champagne Diamond Egg Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
A reliquary of light and shadow. This extraordinary pendant by Chopard evokes the mystery of an heirloom locket unearthed from another century. Formed in luminous 18k white gold, th...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
18k Yellow Gold Happy Diamonds Diamond Necklace by Chopard. With 39 brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight 1.80 ct Details: Length:...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard 18 Karat White Gold Happy Diamond Heart Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Chopard Material: 18K white gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = 0.05ct Color: G Clarity: VS2 Dimensions: necklace measures 16.5-inches Weight: 12.55 grams
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Large Happy Clown with Flowers Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Large Happy Clown With Flowers Pendant Necklace by Chopard. With 4 round brilliant cut diamonds = VVS1 clarity, E color total weig...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 0.30 carat. Signed by Chopard Pendant 1/2 inch + Bail 1/4 inch Chain 16 1/2 inche...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Chopard White Gold Diamond Happy Dreams Necklace
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard White Gold Diamond Happy Dreams Necklace PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 151367 Listing Title: Chopard White Gold Diamond Happy Dreams Necklace Condition Description: A celebration of ...
Chopard 18K White Gold 16" 3mm Polished Box Link Chain Necklace w/ Lobster Claw
By Chopard
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 29.41 Grams Chain Type: Box Link Chain Length: 16 Inches Chain Thickness: 3.3mm (approx.) Clasp: Lobster Claw Clasp End Loop Diameter: 4.8mm St...
18k Gold, White Gold
$40,000Sale Price|20% Off
Chopard 18K Rose Gold Happy Diamonds Floating Oval Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
Chopard 18K Rose Gold Happy Diamonds Floating Oval Pendant Necklace – 3.07 Carats Celebrate timeless elegance with this Chopard Happy Diamonds Pendant Necklace, an iconic design tha...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Chopard 18K White Gold Diamond and Hematite Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
This Chopard necklace is undeniably breathtaking. At the center of the 18K White Gold pendant, a bold Hematite center stone instantly draws the eye. Inset Diamonds add even more opul...
Hematite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard White Gold Very necklace and Diamond Heart Pendant
By Chopard
Located in Paris, FR
Chopard diamond heart pendant and chain in white gold. Pendant and chain signed Chopard. Dimensions : Length: 42 cm, length pendant: 2 cm, some micro scratches. In very good conditi...
Diamond, White Gold
Chopard 18K White Gold 23 inches Chain
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Chopard necklace features a distinctive square pendant crafted in 18K white gold, set with approximately 1.50 carats of round brilliant diamonds. The iconic Happy Diamon...
18k Gold, White Gold
Happy Diamonds Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold by Chopard
By Chopard
Located in Lucerne, CH
Experience timeless elegance with the Happy Diamonds Pendant Necklace by Chopard, crafted in exquisite 18 Karat white gold. This dazzling piece features 194 brilliant-cut diamonds F-...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard 18K Rose Gold Happy Diamonds Necklace
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Chopard chain necklace is a timeless piece crafted in 18k rose gold, featuring a delicate, feminine design. At a length of 47 inches, it offers versatile styling optio...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Chopard Golden Diamonds Diamond Chrome Stone White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Golden Diamonds Diamond Chrome Stone Pendant Necklace by Chopard. Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, E color Round Cognac color diamonds 1 Large 20mm x 15mm Pe...
Diamond, White Gold
$14,459
Original Chopard Necklace
By Chopard
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
An exquisite Chopard necklace adorned with an astounding 200 brilliant-cut diamonds, totaling 2.00 carats. These diamonds, meticulously crafted with exceptional precision, display th...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Chopard 18K White Gold Happy Spirit Floating Diamond Necklace
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your elegance with this Chopard 18K White Gold Diamond Pendant—a radiant masterpiece resembling a clover-shaped bloom of exceptional beauty. The pendant, adorned with exquisi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Diamond Happy Spirit Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant 18k white gold pendant necklace from Happy Spirit collection by Chopard. The pendant is set with sparkling round cut diamond accent. The pendant measures 39mm by 3...
18k Gold
Rare Vintage Chopard Happy Diamonds Cross 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Chopard Happy Diamonds 18k White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace. Inspired by drops of water, Chopard's Happy Diamonds Icons collection features diamonds that are free to swirl ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds White Gold Pendant with Chain
By Chopard
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Chain length : 42cm The Chopard Happy Diamonds Pendant is a dazzling expression of joy and movement, crafted from 18kt white gold and suspended from a matching elegant chain. This s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
Chopard-18K-White-&-Rose-Gold-Diamond-Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing an exquisite Chopard necklace, meticulously crafted from 18K white and rose gold. Weighing 18.20 grams, this luxurious piece combines the cool elegance of white gold with...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold
Chopard Blue Topaz and Diamond Pendant Necklace Circa 2000
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
A refined pendant necklace by Chopard, centered around a vibrant cushion-cut blue topaz framed within a sculptural white gold mount accented with diamonds. The luminous blue topaz f...
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, White Gold
18k Chopard Happy Diamond Heart Pendant. So Happy Chopard Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Chopard LUC SO HAPPY Heart Pendant Pink Crystal Heart with 3 Floating bezel set diamonds inside. 18k White Gold Setting PT850 Platinum Box chain necklace Condition: Excel...
Crystal, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Chopard Happy Diamonds Clown Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
Here we have an iconic necklace design from the world renowned jewellery designer, Chopard. Crafted from 18ct yellow gold, this piece features a whimsical clown pendant showcasing in...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard 18 Karat White Gold Circle Diamond "Happy Spirit"
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard 18K White God Circle Diamond Happy Spirit Necklace Chain length: 23inch Smaller circle diameter: 13mm Bigger circle: 32mm Weight: 34....
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard 0.75ct Diamond Heart Pendant
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
This is an amazing 18k white gold heart pendant by Chopard. The pendant is set with sparkling round cut diamonds that weigh approximately 0.75ct. The color of the diamonds is E with ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Authentic Chopard 18K Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace Size 17"
By Chopard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Wearable Length: 17" Width: 1.6 mm mm Metal: Yellow Gold 750 Stone: None Hallmarks: CHOPARD 750 Total Weight: 8.3 Grams Condition: Pre-Owne...
18k Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds Square White Gold Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Feasterville, PA
An iconic Chopard Happy Diamonds necklace featuring a diamond shaped motif set with the finest round brilliant cut diamonds in white gold. The necklace features 42 round brilliant cu...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard White Gold Heart, Diamonds Pendant Amore Collection
By Chopard
Located in Antwerp, BE
This pendant is part of the chopard Happy Amore pendant from the brand Chopard. Sassy yet classy, this Chopard Happy Amore pendant necklace is sure to turn heads! The necklace is ...
Diamond, White Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Pave Cube Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
This pendant necklace is luxurious and glamorous. It is made of 18K white gold and boasts a cube-shaped pendant set with an outstanding diamond pave.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
$39,200Sale Price|20% Off
Chopard Happy Diamonds Heart Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Diamond
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant Chopard Happy Diamonds heart pendant necklace beautifully embodies the maison’s iconic blend of playful luxury and refined craftsmanship. Crafted in radiant 18 karat yel...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Chopard Happy Diamond " I Love You" 18 Karat Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
show your love with this Chopard "I love You" Diamond necklace. The floating diamond necklace is designed by Chopard and it is finely crafted from luxurious 18K white gold. This ne...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Chopard Happy Curves Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Collar Necklace
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Happy Curves Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Collar Necklace Jewelry 52 diamonds: 0.88ct 3 diamonds: 0.17ct (lose) Product #: 2267650 Est....
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Large Happy Diamonds 18 Carat White Gold Loop Heart Pendant and Chain
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
Beautiful loop heart pendant from Chopard's iconic Happy Diamonds collection inlaid with 48 fine round brilliant cut diamonds, weighing a total approximate weight of 2.00 carats. Cho...
Diamond, White Gold
Chopard Double Happy Heart Diamond Large White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Double Happy Heart Diamond Large Pendant Necklace by Chopard. With 46 Round Brilliant Diamonds = VS1 clarity, G color total weight 1.00ct Details: Measurements: Len...
Diamond, White Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds Rose Gold 10 Heart Pendant 79 / 6457-20
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
-Mint condition -18k Rose gold -3 diamonds -Diameter: 2” -Weight: 24gr -Comes with Chopard box
Chopard Yellow Gold Diamond Ice Cube Pendant 79/6815-0001
By Chopard
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A charming 18k yellow gold diamond pendant by Chopard from the Ice Cube collection. The necklace comprises of a freely moving 8mm cube pendant on a box...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard 18K White Gold Good Fortune Diamond Round Pendant
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
This Contemporary Chopard 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace Features 2 White Gold Chains Holding A Chinese Character Symbolizing Good Fortune. Surrounded By Diamonds (0.67ct Twd). The...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold