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Chanel Jewelry

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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Creator: Chanel
CHANEL gold-plated PEARL & CRYSTAL DROP Clip Earrings Vintage
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Vintage drop faux pearl clip-on earrings embellished with a chunky crystal and gold-tone metal. Have been worn and show some ...
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1980s Vintage Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Charm Bracelet Spring c2004 Heart CC Logo White Metal 7.5"
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Overview: Pre-owned Chanel bracelet fitted with a CC logo and heart charm. The bracelet measures 7 1/2 inches in length and is fitted with larger 1" charms. The bracelet dates to ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Chanel Jewelry

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Base Metal

CHANEL Vintage Iconic Gold Tone Coins Bangle Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage iconic gold tone bangle bracelet featuring coins : Crowned CC CHANEL 31 Rue Cambon Paris, Elephant, Helmeted Guards, CC logos and a Lady profile. Embossed CHANEL. In...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel seal bracelet
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal seal bracelet. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 19 cm BRAB19
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

FW2016 Golden CC Maxi Brooch
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch AW2016 collection in lightly gilded metal (between gold and silver), XL format, central cabochon covered with slightly glittery black enamel and inlaid with a CC logo, ...
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2010s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel sautoir / necklace
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal sautoir with colored glass pearls. Jewelry from the 1970s. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 195 cm CB262
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1970s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

Black Chanel Velvet Camellia Lapel Pin
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Black velvet camellia lapel pin by Chanel. 4" width, 5" length.
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21st Century and Contemporary European Chanel Jewelry

Amazing Chanel Necklace with pearl and gold metal hardware
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Chanel​ ​CC​ ​long​ ​necklace​ ​in​ ​white​ ​pearly​ ​pearls​ ​and​ ​gold​ ​metal​ ​with​ ​blue​ ​inscriptions​ ​in​ ​5​ ​rows Length:​ ​37cm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

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Pearl, Gilt Metal

Chanel Baroque Multi-Gemstone 18K Clip Earrings, Aquamarine, Amethyst, Peridot
By Chanel
Located in Honolulu, HI
Chanel Baroque Collection Earrings Vintage Chanel Baroque Earrings. These gorgeous earrings are crafted in 18K yellow gold and set with an arra...
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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Peridot, 18k Gold

Chanel Golden Metal Lion Head Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in Italy) Golden metal bracelet enameled with blue. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Circumference: 16 cm - Opening: 9 cm Seller Re...
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2010s Italian Chanel Jewelry

Chanel vintage brooch
By Chanel
Located in Capri, IT
Chanel vintage brooch measurements: 4.5 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Black Resin Gold Tone Egyptian CC Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chanel Black Resin Gold Tone Egyptian CC Necklace Brand- Chanel Model- Egyptian Necklace Product Type- Necklaces Serial Number- 19A Age- Circa 2019 Acc...
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2010s European Chanel Jewelry

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Gold

Chanel brooch 1980s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal plier-like brooch ornamented with Swarovski rhinestones. Collection from the beginning of the 1980s. Condition: Good condition Dimensions: 7....
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel brooch 1980s
Chanel brooch 1980s
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Chanel Ultra Wide White Ceramic Diamond Flex Ring
By Chanel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chanel white ceramic and diamond ultra-wide Flex Ring size 5 ¼. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #R-JHD84C. Scroll down for detailed specifications. The Chanel Flex Ring in ultra-wide design i...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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...
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2010s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Mademoiselle h0007 18k yellow gold watch
By Chanel
Located in Surfside, FL
Chanel Mademoiselle in 18k yellow gold with 5 strands of pearls and 18k bracelet. Quartz. 22.4 mm case size. Will fit up to a 6.25" wrist. Ref h...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Romantic Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Chanel 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Trio Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
The ever-classy pearl jewelry is given a bold twist by Chanel. This pearl trio ring in 18K yellow gold comes with a domed band with a high-polish finish and an extra-thick top. Three...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Chanel J12 White Ceramic Ladies Watch
By Chanel
Located in Vaughan, CA
Chanel Lady's White Ceramic, Stainless Steel J12 Watch Case: 38 mm, round, white ceramic and stainless steel, screw close caseback, water resistant to 200 meters, N.C. 71587, unidire...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Premiere Steel Ladies Watch ref H0451
By Chanel
Located in Vaughan, CA
Chanel Premiere Steel Steel case and bezel. Black dial with gold coloured hands. Quartz movement. Case size: 20 mm. Scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Stainless steel and leather br...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

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Steel

Chanel cross brooch
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal pendant brooch with pearly and glass paste drops. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 6.5 cm x 6.5 cm BRB56
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel cross brooch
Chanel cross brooch
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Chanel Wooden Bracelet with CC Logo in Gold Metal, 1990s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Wooden bracelet decorated with cc logo in gold metal. Collection 2cc8 from the early 1990's. Additional information: Dimensions: Circumference: 12 cm Ope...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Vintage Gripoix Mughal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel Vintage Gripoix Mughal Brooch Antique gold open work patterned brooch embellished with multicoloured glass cabochons. Detailed with ...
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1990s Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Multi-gemstone

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage Gold Tone CC Dangle Charm Brooch, 1994
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage hammered gold tone ring brooch embellished with dangle CC logo charms. From the Spring 1994 collection. Embossed CHANEL 94 P Made in France. Indic...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

CHANEL Vintage Clips
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Wonderful pair of CC clip-on earrings from Chanel from 1994 Condition: excellent Made in France Materials: hammered metal Color: golden Dimensions: clip 1 x 2.2 cm, pendant CC 3.5 x 3.5 cm Stamp: yes Year: Spring 1994 Hardware: golden metal Details: the CC pendant is not removable. Vintage clips.
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Vintage CHANEL Bracelet Coco Charms
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Iconic vintage bracelet from Chanel with a series of charms Condition: excellent Made in France Materials: metal, leather Colors: black, golden Dimensions: total length 18cm Stamp: ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel CC Crystal Gold Tone Camellia Drop Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The embellished Camellia motif accompanied by the CC logo drops makes this pair of Chanel earrings an accessory to embrace the glamorous look. Style the pair with your casuals as wel...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Camellia Brooch Made of Pink and White Gingham Fabric, 1990s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Camellia brooch made of pink and white gingham fabric. Collector's piece from the beginning of the 1990s. Additional information: Condition: Very good cond...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL Brooch Swarovski Crystals
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Wonderful brooch from Chanel set with Swarovski crystals. Condition: excellent Made in Italy Materials: metal, crystals Color: silver Dimensions: 6 x 2.8 cm Stamp: yes Year: 2017 Ha...
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2010s Italian Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Crystal

Chanel 'CC' Logo Climber Cuff Clip Earrings
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Chanel 'CC' Logo Climber Cuff Clip Earrings Antique gold earrings shaped in 'Chanel' cursive logo with iconic turn lock closure inspired dang...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

Chanel sautoir / necklace
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal necklace with an antique gold color and ornamented with colored glass pearls and costume pearly beads. Jewelry from the 1960s. Condition: Good...
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1960s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD Vintage 1988 Iconic Leather Chain Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL by KARL LAGERFELD vintage iconic gold toned rigid chain cuff bracelet featuring woven black leather. Collection year n°23 (1988). VICTOIRE DE CASTELLANE era. Embossed CHANEL...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

1994 Vintage Runway CHANEL Gold Toned Leather Chain Lucite Plate Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This rare Chanel long necklace is crafted of gold toned chain of 190cm interlaced with black leather featuring transparent lucite square tags. These Chanel long necklaces in various colors were showcased on Chanel Runway in 1994 Fall/winter collection. Length measures approximately 75 inches (190cm). A must-have collectible. Stamped CHANEL 94...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

Fall 2014 Runway CHANEL Supermarket Tweed Padlock Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
2014 CHANEL Supermarket tweed padlock chain necklace is crafted of oversized gold toned chain and padlock in multi-colored tweed. Seen wearing by Kr...
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2010s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Pearl CC White Lace Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Pearl CC White Lace Brooch * Marked 15 *Made in Italy *Comes with the original box  - It is approximately 2" x 2". - It is very beautiful and clas...
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2010s Italian Artisan Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Brooch / "Handbag" Pins, 2002
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Pins in gold-plated metal and black enamel. Fall/Winter 2002 Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 3,8 cm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Golden Metal Turnlock Earrings, 1997
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel- (Made in France) Golden metal turnlock earrings. 1997 Spring-Summer Collection. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Height: 5.2 cm Period: 20th Cen...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL light gold 2014 14V CAMELLIA PEARL & CRYSTAL Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Camellia bracelet in light gold metal with mother-of-pearl white faux pearls and crystal and pearl encrusted Camellia. H...
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2010s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Gold & Pearl Clip On Earrings, Season 24, 1984 . By Victoire d Castellane
By Chanel
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our vintage Chanel earrings feature a gold metal base and clip with simulated pearl centre. These are early Chanel costume jewellery, stamped 23 2641, dating from season 24 in 1984, ...
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1980s Vintage Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL gold-tone 2020 20C FAUX PEARL & CC Short Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel short necklace in mother-of-pearl white faux pearls with light gold-tone metal, crystals and black leather CC pendant. Claw closure with adjustable chain. Has b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Brooch Haute Couture with Transparent Lucite
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal brooch with transparent lucite. Haute Couture not signed jewelry. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Diameter: 6.5 cm Seller R...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Cuff Bracelet in Golden Metal, Costume Pearls, and Pearly Drops
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Cuff in golden metal, costume pearls, and pearly drops. 2cc3 Collection. To be noted, verdigris and few marks on the pearls. Additional information: Condit...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Tartan CC Logo Bangle
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Beautiful red tartan bangle with ruthenium hardware. Minor tarnishing on the clasp. Comes with box only. Diameter 6 cm.
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2010s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Golden Metal Cross Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal chain necklace holding a golden metal pendant brooch with glass paste and costume pearls. 2cc5 Collection. Additional information: Condition: ...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

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Gilt Metal

1970s Oversize Chanel Pendant Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Rare 1970s Chanel oversize multicolor gripoix and faux-pearl detachable pendant choker. Six-link extension was added in the 1980s. Comes with original box.
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1970s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Rhodium

CHANEL CC Faux Pearl Crystal beads Gold Long Necklace 2021
By Chanel
Located in Huddersfield, GB
Authentic CHANEL CC Faux Pearl Crystal beads Gold Long Necklace 2021 (P21 C). This stunning long necklace is in excellent condition. It is made of exquisite various-sized baroque p...
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2010s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Camlia 18K White Gold 2.50ct Diamond and Onyx Cocktail Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
Keep your style blossoming year-round with this Chanel Camlia cocktail ring. This 18K white gold ring bears a carved onyx camellia flower that sprouts from a bush of round brilliant ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chanel Jewelry

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Onyx, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Chanel Gold Plated and Faux Pearl Vintage Clip on Dangle Earrings
By Chanel
Located in North Miami, FL
These fabulous pair of vintage Chanel long dangle clip on earrings have the twisted open pattern and are marked P 93 with a serial number and Chanel Made In France. These are from th...
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1990s French Modern Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

CHANEL Vintage Gold Tone Coin & Faux Pearl Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Nice, FR
CHANEL vintage gold tone chain necklace featuring antique like coins and faux pearls. Spring clasp closure. Embossed CHANEL Made in France. Indicative me...
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20th Century French Chanel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal

2019 Chanel Gripoix Glass Flower Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel Gripoix glass flower brooch featuring signature interlocking CC logo, faux-pearl detailing, faux-pearl detailing, glass-beads details, a safety bar-pin fastening, a back pitte...
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2010s French Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Gold CC Pink Crystal Pearl Dangle Lever Back Earrings
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Gold CC Pink Crystal Pearl Dangle Lever Back Earrings *Marked 16 *Made in France *Comes with original box and pouch -Approximately 1.5" x 0.5" -Very pretty and classic -In a...
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2010s French Artisan Chanel Jewelry

Chanel 18K White Gold Amethyst and Tsavorite Large Flower Ring
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
How incredible is this Chanel amethyst and tsavorite flower ring?! The perfect statement ring begging to be added to your collection, this Chanel ring is compromised of 18K white gol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chanel Jewelry

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Amethyst, Tsavorite, White Gold

Chanel Grey Ceramic Stainless Steel J12 H2978 Women's Wristwatch 33 mm
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A timeless silhouette made of high-quality materials and packed with precision and luxury makes this Chanel wristwatch the perfect choice for a sophi...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Chanel Jewelry

1995 Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Long Chain Necklace CC No.5 Camellia Lion Clover
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL long chain necklace is crafted of gold toned chain interlaced with black leather featuring 18 Chanel’s iconic CC Camellia No.5 Cl...
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1990s French Chanel Jewelry

SS2009 Chanel CC Silver Metal and black cabochons
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel brooch from the Spring Summer 2009 collection with the CC logo motif in blackened silver metal decorated with gray rhinestones and black enameled cabochons. Width 3.7 cm x hei...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Jewelry

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Base Metal

Chanel Silvery Metal Earrings "Coco on the World", 2004
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) "Coco on the world" silvery metal earrings enameled with black and ornamented with costume pearls. 2004 Spring-Summer Collection. Additional information: ...
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Early 2000s French Chanel Jewelry

CHANEL gold-tone 2014 14V CAMELLIA CRYSTAL & PEARL CHAIN Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel chain necklace in gold-tone metal with crystal and faux pearl encrusted Camellia pendant. Has been worn and is in excellent condition. 2014 Continuous Collect...
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2010s Chanel Jewelry

Chanel Golden Metal Bow Necklace With Costume Pearls
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal necklace with costume pearls, rhinestones, and red glass paste. To be mentioned, some pearls have areas without the pearly material. Additiona...
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1970s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

Large CHANEL Brooch 1984
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Incredible large Chanel brooch from 1984 in glass paste Condition: very good Made in France Materials: golden metal, glass paste, pearl, crystals ...
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1980s French Vintage Chanel Jewelry

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Crystal, Pearl

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Questions About Chanel Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can find a variety of second-hand Chanel bags online at boutiques and auction houses. You may also be able to find Chanel bags in consignment and vintage boutiques. It helps to know how to authenticate a Chanel bag to ensure you’re getting a legitimate Chanel handbag. Find a collection of expertly vetted Chanel handbags from some of the world’s top reputable boutiques on 1stDibs.
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    The 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, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An authentic Chanel VIP gift bag or gift item may be given to a few loyal VIP customers who regularly visit the store and spend a significant amount of money on their products. It is not something that the general population can purchase. These gift items are all made with the same attention to detail and fine craftsmanship that you expect from anything with the Chanel brand. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How to clean white Chanel bags as they are susceptible to light and can turn yellow if exposed for too long by polishing the leather gently with a natural-coloured soft woollen cloth or pat with a fine woollen cloth when wet. Shop a range of authentic Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean a Chanel lambskin bag, Chanel recommends using a soft cloth and avoiding any care products that may alter the finish of your handbag. To reduce the appearance of marks on the surface of lambskin leather, gently rub it in a circular motion. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Chanel fashions and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To read a Chanel clothing label, look beneath the Chanel logo tag. There you will see another label with the style number, size and year it was created. If the style number starts with an A, it was from an Autumn collection. P stands for Printemps, which is spring, and C means that item is part of the cruise line. Shop a collection of expertly vetted vintage and new Chanel garments from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    Fake Chanel bags aren’t easy to spot — especially if you’re shopping online. Forgeries are getting increasingly difficult to identify, but there are a few clues that might indicate a Chanel bag is a counterfeit. Bags made in the mid-1980s and later have a serial number at the bottom of the bag, and this number should match the one on the Chanel authenticity card. The Cs in the clasp should have flat, not rounded, edges, and the right-hand C will always overlap the one on the left at the top, with the overlapping reversed at the bottom. The screw on the clasp will have a flat or star head — never a Phillips head. The zipper should have the Lampo logo on the back of the slider, and the bag should come in a duster bag with the Chanel logo printed in white in the center. The diamond-pattern quilting on the bag should be flawless and perfectly aligned, even where there’s a pocket. The lining should lie tight and flat against the interior — never creased or lumpy. The inside of the bag should have the Chanel logo followed by “Made in Italy” or “Made in France.” To ensure you’re purchasing an authentic Chanel bag, buy from a reputable seller that carefully vets their offerings. Shop a collection of properly vetted vintage and new Chanel bags from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How you style your Chanel jacket is a matter of preference. Some people like to wear casual clothing, so the Chanel jacket stands out. Others prefer an entire Chanel ensemble with a jacket for an all-over look. Accessorizing your Chanel jacket with a scarf is also a very popular option. Find Chanel jackets on 1stDibs along with a variety of Chanel clothing to create eye-catching ensembles.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Tuck the chain inside your Chanel bag through its holes and store it in a dust-free environment and avoid touching or bumping into any other items while they're hanging out of sight. Shop a range of vintage and modern Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Chanel Mademoiselle perfume smells like orange, jasmine, rose, patchouli and vetiver. It is quite a bold and fresh scent.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel'S leather bags are the most durable compared to others. Standing the test of time and heavy-duty nature even when soft to the touch. From Chanel's quilted flaps to small leather goods, on 1stDibs, find a variety of authentic pieces from Chanel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chanel doesn’t have a specific men’s shoe division but they do have a sneakers line that can be worn by any gender. These sneakers come in a variety of colors with different fabrics and all feature Chanel’s outstanding quality. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Chanel shoes and other accessories from some top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Chanel doesn’t make men’s sunglasses as they do not have a menswear line. That said, there are men who do wear Chanel sunglasses and other items from the women’s line to create their own noteworthy style. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Chanel sunglasses and other accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    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 ExpertJanuary 4, 2022
    The current designer of Chanel is Virginie Viard, who started as an intern at Chanel in 1987 and became creative director Karl Lagerfeld’s self-proclaimed “right arm and my left arm.” Aside from 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. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Chanel haute couture from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 4, 2024
    Yes, you can buy Chanel online. Not every Chanel product, however, is available through the brand's official website.

    While Chanel fragrances can be purchased at the brand's site, Chanel clothing, bags and accessories are not available for purchase directly through the company online. Auction sites and luxury resale platforms sell both vintage and new Chanel bags and other items, but authenticity is always a concern when buying online, so it's important to purchase from a reputable seller that properly vets the origin and authenticity of your items.

    An authentic Chanel bag sold online will never be cheap, but a high price tag doesn't necessarily mean it's the real thing. Find a collection of authentic Chanel evening dresses, tote bags and other pieces from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.

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