-SPECIAL- “CHANEL” 90’s-00’s Horse motif medallion chain necklace

Since its founding in 1910, CHANEL has brought freedom and elegance to women’s attire, translating the spirit of couture into jewelry and accessories. We are pleased to introduce this standout necklace, featuring an impressive horse motif and a substantial medallion.

On a gold-colored long chain, this piece artfully combines an ornamental circular medallion with a small, gently swaying horse motif, allowing classic radiance and CHANEL’s signature sense of play to coexist beautifully.

The rounded chain delivers a well-balanced sense of weight and presence. It can be wrapped twice along the neckline, or worn long and allowed to fall so the pendant’s vertical line can shine—making it an appealing choice for changing the look to suit your outfit.

The medallion placed at the top features a granulated border around the outer edge, while a three-dimensional relief resembling botanical motifs opens up at the center. When it catches the light, shadows created by its depth and contours bring about a sense of dimension that goes beyond being a mere gold accessory.

And on the horse motif that moves at the lower portion, you can make out the CC logo. It subtly evokes the equestrian mood within CHANEL’s world, and conveys a sporty yet elegant set of values. Elements such as harness-like details, the chain, and the medallion are also beautifully compatible with the classic decorative sensibility that CHANEL has cherished for a long time—adding both strength and refined taste to the neckline at once.

As for the era, we will refrain from making a definitive claim because no season plate or engraved markings can be found on the reverse. However, based on the substantial gold-toned finish, the ornamental medallion, the sculptural depth of the horse charm, and the overall composition reminiscent of vintage-style costume jewelry, this piece can be proposed as a CHANEL jewelry item from around the 1990s to the 2000s. Since no clear date engraving is visible, the estimated range must be set broadly, yet the boldness of this decoration and its classic mood are undeniably major attractions that lighter contemporary accessories cannot match.

In terms of styling, wearing it so it falls long over a simple shirt or jacket will enhance the crisp, elegant radiance that is unmistakably CHANEL. Paired with a dress, it creates a more dressed-up impression, and layered over a turtleneck or blouse, it naturally adds luxurious depth to everyday attire.

In particular, we recommend it for those who would like to enjoy the brand’s world not by showing the logo prominently, but through motifs and form. Because the classic, substantial presence of the medallion and the light, lively motion of the horse motif coexist harmoniously, it looks at home with both elegant outfits and more mode-inspired styles—emanating a sure presence as the focal point of your ensemble.