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.
Chopard 18K White Gold Cable Chain Necklace #24786
By Chopard
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Chopard 18K White Gold Cable Chain Necklace- This elegant cable chain necklace by Chopard is crafted in beautifully detailed 18K white gold. A refined and versatile necklace, ideal ...
18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Happy Hearts Diamond Rose Gold Pendant Necklace 18 Karat Box
By Chopard
Located in San Diego, CA
Chopard Happy Hearts Diamond Pendant Box Style: Pendant Metal: 18kt Rose Gold Size / Measurements: 16' Chain with Lobster Clasp Pendant ...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301825 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2018 RRP £5,050 Incl. Taxes / €6,010 Incl. Taxes / $6,490 Excl. Taxes Model Happy Diamonds Serial Number 62***** Metal 18k White Go...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds Elephant pendant
By Chopard
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
An 18kt yellow gold Chopard Happy diamonds Elephant pendant. Set in the centre with the famous and playful moving happy diamond and a little sapphire as an eye. Signed and numbered o...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Chopard Casmir Yellow Gold Necklace
By Chopard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A superb and classy Chopard Casmir 1990's necklace in yellow gold, Which is composed of a dome-shaped texture ribbon in solid yellow gold.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds Icons Heart Pendant Necklace 18KWG 0.34 CT, +Certificate
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Heart Diamond Pendant with original certificate and original box Matching earrings are available in separate listing. This is a...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Necklace Chopard La Srada Yellow Gold & Diamonds
By Chopard
Located in Berlin, DE
Chopard "La Strada" Necklace – With Original Box Presenting a magnificent Chopard necklace from the iconic "La Strada" collection. Crafted in luxurious 18k yellow gold, this stunnin...
Chopard Happy Diamonds Animals World Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold
By Chopard
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301842 Comes With Box Only Model Happy Diamond Serial Number 32***** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Diamond Total Diamond Weight 0.06ct approx Weight Approximately 13.41 g Length A...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose 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 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
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 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
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 Rolo Link Chain Necklace 16" #25043
By Chopard
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Chopard 18K White Gold Rolo Link Chain Necklace- This elegant necklace by Chopard is crafted in 18K white gold and features a refined rolo link design. Finished with a secure lobste...
18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard 18K White Gold Rolo Link Chain Necklace 16" #25068
By Chopard
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Chopard 18K White Gold Rolo Link Chain Necklace- This elegant necklace by Chopard is crafted in 18K white gold and features a refined rolo link design. Finished with a secure lobste...
18k Gold, White 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
Yellow Gold Flat Cable Chain Necklace 18 1/4" - 10k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Chain Style: Flat Cable Necklace Style: Chain Fastening Type: Spring Ring Clasp Measurements Length: 18 1/4" Width: 1/16" (1.1mm) Front Width: 1/16"...
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Flat Cable Chain Necklace 18 1/2" - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Chain Style: Flat Cable Necklace Style: Chain Fastening Type: Spring Ring Clasp Measurements Length: 18 1/2" Width: 1/16" (1.2mm) Front Width: 1/16"...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
7 Pearl Chain Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 4.3 Grams Necklace Length: 16" Pearl Type: Akoya Pearls Pearl Bead Diameter : 6 mm Stamped: "K18" Conditi...
Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Spartacus 18k White Gold Oval Link Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elevate your jewelry collection with the Cartier Spartacus 18k White Gold Oval Link Chain Necklace. This elegant 18-inch piece is a testament to Cartier's timeless sophistication and...
18k Gold, White Gold
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Round 18k Yellow Gold Choker Necklace Inner circumstances 13.25 inches Marked: Tiffany & Co. 750
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Chopard 18ct Gold Happy Hearts James Bond 007 Limited Edition Diamond Pendant
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous necklace is from Chopard's 'Happy Hearts Golden Hearts' capsule collection inspired by the strength of character and courage of the 007 woman. The limited-edition neckl...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose 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
Georgian Long Chain 18K Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Made around the end of the Georgian period in 1830, this long chain necklace is formed of 18K gold. Of endless form, it is composed of oval polished links edged by ribbed trace link ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$26,240Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.6 in L 23 in
Chopard Large Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace ‘Happy Diamonds’ 10CTTW in 18K Gold
By Chopard
Located in Dallas, TX
Spectacular Chopard ‘Happy Diamonds’ necklace featuring a large pavé-set diamond heart pendant with floating diamonds and a fine double link chain in 18 karat white gold. Beautifully...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 18K White Gold Heart Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Estate Cartier 18K White Gold Pave Diamond Heart Necklace. This elegant piece features the original heart pendant and chain, both signed Cartier with proper hallmarks and serial numb...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold Drops Necklace, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bujukan Bead Station Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
This gorgeous 14k yellow gold bead charm necklace is sure to put a smile on anyone's face! It sparkles and has movement from every direction! This design is dynamic and unique givin...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Celtic Crescent Gemstone Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Convertible Horseshoe Necklace. Those enduringly classic, horseshoe-shaped links are alluring, no doubt. The fact that they're adorned with all manner of glimmering gemstones doesn't hurt, either. But what'll really seal the deal...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds 18 karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
An iconic piece from Chopard’s celebrated *Happy Diamonds* collection, this stunning necklace captures the essence of joyful movement and refined luxury. Expertly crafted in rich 18-...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Belcher Chain
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
Here we have an iconic belcher chain from the world renowned jewellery designer, Chopard. Crafted from 18ct rose gold, it is 17 inches in length and features the Chopard signature at...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Rose gold Chopard chain
By Chopard
Located in București, București
Chain made of 18K rose gold. The product comes with an AGS Jewelry certificate of conformity, which includes details about the metal and the precious stones used in confectioning the...
Rose Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds Icons Heart Earrings 18KWG 0.34 CT, +Certificate + Box
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Heart Diamond Earrings with original certificate and original box Mathing pendant necklace is available in saprete listing Thi...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Cable Necklace Chain With Box 40cm 16'
By Chopard
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Cable Necklace Chain. Beautiful 16 inch/40cm cable chain by Cartier. Stunning stand-alone chain or would look great with a larger pendant. The piec...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Triple Belcher Chain
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
This is an iconic triple belcher chain from the world renowned jewellery designer, Chopard. Crafted from 18ct white gold, it sits like a 23 inch chain an...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2522 Comes With Dandelion Authenticity Guarantee Card Only Model Happy Diamonds Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Diamond Weight approx 8.7 g Length approx 44 cm Condition Excellen...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Diamond White Gold 18K Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Geneva, CH
Chopard Diamond White Gold 18K Necklace. Necklace: 351 diamonds, 9.56 carats total weight. Total length: approx. 40.00 centimeters. Total width: 1.00 centimeters. Total weight neckl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Chopardissimo 18Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace Large, Estate
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Chopardissimo 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace Large, Estate This pendant from Chopard's Chopardissimo Collection is the largest pendent in this series. It is ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard 18K White Gold Happy Spirit Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2423 Comes With Pouch Only Serial Number 30***** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Diamond Weight 32 g Length 60 cm Condition Excellent Other Info Heart Diameter :3cm ______________...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Belcher Chain
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
Here we have a classically stylish chain from the world renowned luxury jewellery designer, Chopard. This piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold and possesses wide belcher styl...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard 18 karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Chopard 18kt Yellow Gold Chain Necklace is a stunning piece that embodies timeless elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. Made from luxurious 18kt yellow gold, this necklace sho...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold