Chanel Beaded Bags. The House of Chanel (Chanel S.A.) originated in 1909 when Gabrielle Chanel, aka Coco Chanel, opened a millinery shop at 160 Boulevard Malesherbes, the ground floor of the Parisian flat of the socialite and textile businessman Étienne Balsan, of whom she was the mistress.
The Chanel logo comprises two interlocked, opposed letters-C, one faced left, one faced right. The logotype was given to Chanel by the Château de Crémat, Nice, and was not registered as a trademark until the first Chanel shops were established. Along with other makers, Chanel is a target of counterfeiters. An authentic classic Chanel handbag retails from around US$4,150, while a counterfeit usually costs around US$200. Beginning in the 1990s, all authentic Chanel handbags were numbered. Reference: Wikipedia
The entwined letters often form part of the design of Chanel handbags, especially the clasp. Below are some examples of Chanel beaded bags and examples of makers mark.
Chanel Made in France Lable
Entwined “C’s” Chanel clasp
Chanel Box Frame Evening Bag Beaded Satin Small – Exterior Color: Black – Interior Color: Black – Exterior Material: Satin, Beaded
Sold for US$1,300 at DTLA Auctioneers in 2022
Vintage Authentic CHANEL CC Cosmetic Purse Vanity Hand Bag Beaded.
Sold for US$380 at Annzstiques Auction House in 2022
CHANEL CC Logos Chain Party Hand Bag Purse Clear Light Blue Beaded
Size: Small
Accents: Beaded
Model: Party Hand Bag
Style: Hand Bag
Handle Style: Top Handle
Bag Height: 5.1
Sold for US$24,000 at Bidhaus in 2022
