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.
$2,410 / set
Chanel Pearl Button Earrings
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Pearls were used throughout many of Coco Chanel's designs as she believed they gave a flattering glow to the skin and eyes. These pre-owned clip-on earrings from the 1970's flaunt a ...
$1,397Sale Price|35% Off
Chanel Crystal Pearl Rhinestone CC Logo Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Exude timeless elegance with the Chanel Crystal Pearl Rhinestone CC Logo Long Necklace—a dazzling statement piece that captures the essence of Chanel’s iconic sophistication. This ex...
Vintage Chanel logo faux pearl clip on earrings, gold tone
By Chanel
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic pair of vintage Chanel clip on earrings. A medium sized and easy to wear pair of earrings in gold tone metal with Chanel Paris written on the gold tone metal in enamel w...
Base Metal
CHANEL Bracelet charms pre fall 2022 new
By Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
CHANEL Golden metal chain bracelet White and black charms Collection pre fall 2022 Code B22A Made in Italy Measures: Width from cm. 15,5 to cm. 18,5 Hight charm cm. 2 Condition: New...
$2,115
CHANEL brooch 1970s
By Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
CHANEL Oversize brooch Year: 1970s Made in france Pearls and Gripoix multicolor: center: green around: amber, amethyst, red, blue Golden metal Measures: diameter mm. 75 Very good con...
Rare Chanel Long Runway Pearls by Maison Gripoix
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Rare and amazing long Chanel Runway pearls by Maison Gripoix from the early 1990's. Hand made poured glass Star motif station by Maison Gripoix paired with ruby pate de verre beads a...
Bronze
$512Sale Price|60% Off
Chanel Pearl Bead CC Logo Choker Necklace – B25 Collection
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
This elegant choker necklace from Chanel’s B25 Collection features a single strand of luminous ivory faux pearls, exuding classic sophistication. Scattered along the strand are iconi...
$390Sale Price|40% Off
Chanel Quilted White Enamel Square Hoop Earrings – B25 Collection
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Chanel 25 Collection Earrings Elevate your jewelry collection with these striking earrings from Chanel’s 25 collection. Designed with a modern yet timeless aesthetic, each earring f...
Iconic Vintage Signature CHANEL Black Leather Gold Plated Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Signature CHANEL leather-woven Chain and Gold-tone Setting Choker Necklace. Featuring the Iconic Double CC, a Signature detail synonymous with Chanel. Measu...
Gold Plate
$425Sale Price|50% Off
Chanel Pearl & Rhinestone CC Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Chanel Pearl & Rhinestone CC Cuff Bracelet This striking Chanel cuff bracelet is an elegant fusion of vintage allure and modern sophistication. Designed with an open cuff silhou...
CHANEL gold-tone 92P FOUR LEAF CLOVER & IMITATION PEARL PIN Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel pin brooch is crafted in gold-plated metal and topped with a glossy black cabochon adorned with a delicate four-leaf clover motif, framed by a beaded chai...
Chanel 2005 Broche Pins Parfum N5 Iconic N5 Perfume Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch pin from the Spring/Summer 2005 collection, featuring the iconic Chanel N°5 perfume bottle design, crafted from translucent acetate and...
Base Metal
CHANEL gold-tone 97A IMITATION PEARL TURNLOCK Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel bracelet is crafted in pearly white imitation pearls and finished with the house’s signature gold-tone CC turn-lock closure. A timeless, feminine piece th...
Chanel Première Édition Originale Watch
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel Première Édition Originale Watch is in a gold-tone and has a minimalist black lacquer dial withno hour markers and two simple gilt hands. The crown is an onyx cabochon. NEW i...
Metal
Chanel Black Large Resin Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel Black large resin cuff bracelet featuring a black signature interlocking “CC”, an open back, a plaque pitted at back. Circa 2010s . Made in France Good vintage condition. M...
Vintage CHANEL multi chain gold quilted designer runway statement necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CHANEL • 24k gold plated • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️❤️ VINTAGE D...
Vintage Chanel CC logo clip on earrings, Yellow and gold tone
By Chanel
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic pair of vintage Chanel clip on earrings. This is a fairly large pair of earrings in a vibrant yellow translucent resin with gold tone CC logo underneath. They are a dom...
Base Metal, Brass
CHANEL pearly white 92P EXTRA LONG IMITATION PEARL Necklace ICONIC
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel necklace features an extra-long strand of lustrous pearly white imitation pearls, designed to be worn doubled for a dramatic, runway-inspired look. A time...
Chanel Long Coco Mark Coin Costume Pearl Strand Vintage Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This Chanel Long Coco Mark Coin Costume Pearl Strand Vintage Necklace is a timeless piece that exudes elegance and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous detail, it features a luxur...
GIA Chanel Ruban Diamond Bow Ring 1.0ct Diamond 18K White Gold Size 49
By Chanel
Located in Guangzhou, CN
The ring's design features a bow or "ribbon" (ruban) motif crafted in 18K white gold and set with brilliant-cut diamonds Key Specifications Collection: Chanel Ruban (High Jewelry). M...
Diamond, White Gold
1990s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Camellia Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL camellia brooch is crafted of gold toned metal featuring a CC logo at the center. Stamped CHANEL 99P made in France. Measures approximately 5.2 cm in diameter at ...
Chanel Vintage 2000 Iconic Classic Gold Matte Logo CC Coco Openwork Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 2000 Unisex Textured Classic Iconic Matte Logo CC Coco Openwork Modernist Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. 100% Genuine. A very beautiful pair...
Gold Plate
CHANEL gold-tone 91P IMITATION PEARL & FILIGREE Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel cocker features multiple cascading strands of pearly white imitation pearlsintertwined with gold-tone metal filigree beads, each delicately sculpted and fi...
CHANEL rhinestones brooch 1980s
By Chanel
Located in Rubiera, RE
CHANEL Rhinestones on gold metal brooch Mid 1980s Made in France Measures; Length mm 60 Width mm 55 Excellent condition Original black box
Chanel 2012 Gold Plate Gripoix-Style CC Charm Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Atlanta, GA
An intricate statement piece from Chanel’s 2012 collection, this necklace reflects the house’s enduring fascination with Byzantine-inspired ornamentation and archival jewelry codes. ...
Gold Plate
$336Sale Price|65% Off
Chanel 24A White Enamel Square Bangle with Rhinestone CC Logo
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Chanel 24A White Enamel Square Bangle with Rhinestone CC Logo Elevate your jewelry collection with this striking Chanel bangle from the 2024 Autumn (24A) collection. Designed in a s...
CHANEL pearly white 98P CAMELLIA IMITATION PEARL Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
These 100% authentic Chanel choker necklace is crafted from oversized pearly white imitation pearls and centered with a sculptural Camellia—one of the house’s most iconic emblems. Fi...
CHANEL silver 21A CHATEAU DES DAMES PEARL & STRASS Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel CC brooch in dark silver-tone metal is an elegant statement piece, adorned with large pearly white resin cabochon pearls and shimmering small crystals. The...
Chanel Poured Glass Orchid Pendant
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Superb and amazing Chanel Poured Glass Orchid Pendant by Maison Gripoix, Paris. Handmade faux pearls with a large Rose poured glass orchid bloom with pend...
Bronze
Chanel 2021 Broche CC Irregular Stones and Pearls Golden Brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch from the 2021 collection in gold-plated metal with the CC logo motif inlaid with fancy pearls and white rhinestones of different shapes and sizes. Width 4.35 cm x heigh...
Base Metal
CHANEL gold 23C MONTE CARLO CHARMS HANGER Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Clothing Hanger brooch in gold-tone metal and black resin is a dazzling statement piece adorned with symbolic charms. Featuring strass-encrusted stars, a f...
Iconic Chanel Byzantine Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Chanel cuff based on ancient models and reinterpreted in the the late 1980's by Victoire de Castellane. Hammered antique gold with pate de verre cabochons in various tones. Wo...
Bronze, Gilt Metal
Chanel CC Gold Tone Pin Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel CC Small Gold-tone logo pin brooch featuring a silver-tone signature interlocking CC logo, crystal, embellishments, a back pin closure, a logo plaque. Circa 2010s Good vinta...
1990s Vintage CHANEL Canvas Camellia Brooch Blue White
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL camellia brooch is crafted of cotton canvas in blue and white stripes. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Diameter measures approximately 7.5 cm. Comes with box. Con...
Chanel 98A Camellia Flower Barrette Hair Clip
By Chanel
Located in Sewickley, PA
Chanel Barrette Camelia matelassé CC Quilted 24K Gold Plated Metal Hair Clip Chanel hair clip in quilted silver metal with a 3 camellia flower motif. ...
Gold Plate
1994 Chanel Gold Brooch with Pearls and Green and Red Gripoix
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
This incredibly detailed, lavishly embellished Chanel brooch is from the Fall 1994 collection where the models were bedecked in jewellery made by the Gripoix atelier in France for Ch...
1990s Vintage CHANEL Silk Camellia Brooch Black White
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL camellia brooch is crafted of white silk fabric adorned with two black silk leaves. Stamped CHANEL made in France. Diameter measures approximately 9 x 8 cm. Comes...
Vintage CHANEL gold pearl Gripoix jewel long designer runway necklace 1992
By Chanel
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CHANEL Made in France • gold plated, gripoix • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • 72” long CONDITION • ver...
Chanel Boucles Oreille Clous 2024 Quilted Golden Metal CC Earrings Hoops Studs
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel earrings, Resort collection or PE 2024, studs, open hoops in quilted gold metal topped with a CC logo, all encrusted with white micro rhinestones. Width of a loop 1.5 cm. The ...
Gilt Metal
Chanel 2025 Boucles d'oreille Clous CC Black Enamel Golden Pendant Stud Earrings
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel AW2025 collection earrings in gold-tone metal, featuring a stud adorned with a half-pearl and a drop with the Chanel CC logo inlaid in black enamel. Width 2 cm x height 2.75 c...
Enamel
Chanel Black Resin 3 Button Cuff Bracelet 2018 Fall Collection
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This outstanding, chic black resin Chanel cuff makes a big statement. The three gold tone buttons are highlighted with the CC logo in the cente...
Gold Plate
Chanel Gold Leather Bangles Set of 3
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel woven leather and chain style bangles in a gold plated metal, a set of three bangles.
Metal
$1,596Sale Price|20% Off
Coco Chanel Diamond Band Ring in Platinum
By Chanel
Located in Bloomington, MN
Coco Chanel Diamond Band Ring in Platinum This band-style ring is crafted in 950 platinum and features the iconic Coco-inspired quilted motif, reminiscent of the classic matelassé p...
Diamond, Platinum
Chanel Iconic Massive Runway Mirrored Logo Double CC Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Extremely rare vintage Chanel round gilt mirrored double CC clip-on earrings - from runway collection 25, circa 1986. Signed Chanel on the back, please see the last three photos for ...
CHANEL gold & blue enamel 24P CC DENIM HEART Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel heart brooch in gold-tone metal is a unique blend of texture and elegance. Featuring a twisted-edge frame, it is filled ...
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Chanel CC Silver Tone Strass Mini Size Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel CC silver-tone mini “CC” earrings featuring crystal embellishment, a signature interlocking CC logo, back plaque pitted. They come as a pair. Circa 2010s Made in France Widt...
Chanel 2020 Boucles Clous CC Golden plate and pearly pendant earrings studs
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel stud earrings from the AH2020 collection in gold-plated metal, composed of a plate surrounded by the name Chanel and centered with a CC symbol encrusted with white micro rhine...
Chanel 2022 Boucles oreilles clou CC pink black resin Stud earrings
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel stud earrings from the AH2022 collection in pink and black resin with a CC logo motif, gold-plated metal post and clasp. Diameter 2 cm. The earrings are delivered without an i...
Couture CocoChanel Iribe MadeInFrance WiredPearl&Glass BrassClipEarrings, c1928
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
Stamped "Made In France" on antique brass back-plates like the initial unbranded couture costume jewelry since 1924 commissioned by French Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel for her foreign-cli...
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Brass
Chanel 2024 Boucles d'oreille Clous CC Silver Rhinestones Micro Earrings Studs
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel mini stud earrings in silver metal with the CC logo motif inlaid with mini white rhinestones, signed on the back. Width 1 cm x height ...
Crystal
Chanel CC Gold Tone and Faux-Pearl Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel 2000s CC faux-pearl earrings featuring a metal gold-tone signature interlocking “CC” with faux-pearls embellishment, post-back fastening for pierced ears, a plaque pitted at b...
Chanel Faux Pearls and Logo-Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel logo-pendant necklace featuring white/silver-tone faux-pearl embellishment, crystal embellishment, signature interlocking CC logo, logo pendant, adjustable fit, lobster claw f...
Chanel earrings clip on Golden Quilted CC and fancy pearl
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel clip earrings composed of a large Chanel CC logo in finely quilted gold metal and a round fancy pearl pendant. Width 2 cm x height 3.45 cm. The earrings are in very good condi...
Chanel 2015 Brasserie Gabrie Bracelet Manchette CC Fancy Stones Bracelet Cuff
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel "ribbon" bracelet from the Autumn/Winter 2015 collection, inspired by Brasserie Gabrielle, crafted from openwork silver-tone metal and encrusted with white and dark blue (almo...
Chanel AH1996 Boucles Clips CC Turnlock Clip on earrings Silver Rhinestones
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel earrings collection AW1996 clips with the motif of a CC logo or rather the "turnlock" clasp of the famous Classique or Timeless bag in silver metal inlaid with white rhineston...
Chanel Mini Handbag Necklace Chunky Choker New With Tags
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
100% AUTHENTIC Chanel mini handbag necklace Original receipt with personal info covered will be sent upon request . Gold tone metal hardware with...
Chanel Pair of Chain decorated Cuffs
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary pair of Chanel chain decorated biker cuffs from the 1980's. Designed by Victoire de Castellane under Karl Lagerfeld, this is the period where all of Chanel's iconograph...
Bronze
Chanel Vintage 1980s Extra Pearl Large Camélia Flower White Coco Clip Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Chanel Vintage 1980s Extra Large Camélia Flower White Pearl Circle Round Coco Crush Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. Very light scratches or colour loss. 100%...
Gold Plate
CHANEL silver-tone 19C LA PAUSA CRYSTAL LIFESAVER PENDENT CHAIN Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel necklace features a delicate silver-tone chain with a clear crystal-encrusted lifesaver pendant, showcasing a CC logo at the center. A refined yet statemen...
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