Description
Model History:
Chanel costume jewelry was initiated in the 1920s by Gabrielle Chanel herself, who asserted that the beauty of a piece of jewelry lay in more than just the preciousness of its materials. The sautoir, in particular, is a recurring silhouette in the Chanel universe, popularized in the 1930s and reinterpreted with each passing decade. This model with hearts and CC logos revisits the house’s heritage with a romantic, contemporary touch, emblematic of the collections of the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Exterior details:
The long necklace features a silver-plated metal chain with a slightly patinated effect. Three distinct heart-shaped pendants are suspended at different heights: two adorned with black rhinestones and a smaller, openwork one in metal alone. Each heart frames a stylized CC logo and openwork decorative elements incorporating the word “Chanel” in cursive letters. Rhinestones are precision-set all around the contours, enhancing the jewel’s brilliance. The full length allows for an elongated wear, typical of the sautoir style.
Interior details:
This jewel has no interior as such, but the back finish of the pendants shows careful workmanship, with finely textured, matte metal. The adjustment chain at the back allows length adjustment and ends with an engraved “Chanel” pastille with the indication of manufacture, a signature detail guaranteeing the piece’s authenticity.
Product Condition:
The necklace is in very good condition. The rhinestones are all present, well attached and shiny. The metal shows a few superficial micro-scratches from normal use, with no major alterations to the plating. The clasp works perfectly, and all the links are intact.
Care instructions:
To preserve the shine of the silver metal and the durability of the rhinestones, avoid contact with water, perfumes or cosmetics. Store sautoir flat in its case or in a soft cloth, separate from other jewelry, to avoid rubbing. Clean occasionally with a soft, dry cloth, without abrasive products.
Why to choose this product :
This Chanel sautoir is a jewel of character, combining the romanticism of hearts with the visual strength of the CC logo and black rhinestones. Its length allows great styling freedom, whether worn with casual or dressy outfits. For fans of vintage Chanel jewelry, it is an iconic piece, at once recognizable, well-preserved and discreetly elegant.
