Vintage Chanel Première M Watch — Gold-Plated Chain Bracelet (1990s)
Lifetime authenticity guarantee
Serviced movement & 1 year warranty
International shipping
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Chanel Première: an iconic vintage women's watch
This Chanel Première watch is an emblematic piece of the house: launched in 1987, the Première was the very first watch signed by Chanel. Its octagonal gold-plated case is directly inspired by the cap of the N°5 perfume bottle and the contours of the Vendôme Place in Paris. A true icon of Parisian style, this vintage women's watch combines refinement, history, and timeless elegance.
The interlaced chain bracelet in leather is one of the signatures of the Première: a gilded chain woven with leather, inherited from the maison's couture codes. The slender, streamlined octagonal case extends this aesthetic with great sobriety. An immediately recognizable ensemble, faithful to the discreet elegance cherished by Chanel.
This Chanel Première is powered by a quartz movement, a guarantee of precision and ease of use. It displays the hours and minutes with restraint, in the spirit of a jewel watch designed прежде all for style. A quartz watch requires no winding: a simple battery powers it for several years, with no mechanical servicing.
With its 20mm case, a delicate format characteristic of elegant women's watches, the Première can be worn with elegance every day as well as in the evening. The original bracelet, adjustable to approximately 14.5cm, is in matching gold-plated metal. The Crystal crystal shows a few traces of wear (condition 8/10), normal for a vintage piece and disclosed with complete transparency. Crown, Buckle, and case back are original.
Three points to note
- Chanel vintage Première watch, the house's very first watch (1987), octagonal gold-plated case.
- Iconic design inspired by the N°5 cap and the Vendôme Place; original leather-woven chain bracelet.
- Quartz women's watch, delicate format (20mm); Crystal slightly marked (8/10), noted.
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Technical specifications
- Brand: Chanel
- Model: Première Size M
- Estimated year: 1990s
- Origin: Chanel House, Paris (Swiss-made)
- Gender: Women's watch
- Movement: Quartz
- Functions: Hours, minutes
- Case: Gold-plated, octagonal shape
- Case back: Gold-plated
- Dimensions: 20mm wide (23mm with the crown)
- Lug to lug: 26mm
- Thickness: 7.2mm (Crystal included)
- Lug width: 13mm
- Crown: Original
- Dial: Original (color to be confirmed)
- Hands: Gold, original
- Crystal: Mineral, good condition (8/10, some signs of wear)
- Bracelet: Gold-tone chain interlaced with leather, original (~15cm)
- Buckle: Original
Condition and warranty
- General condition : Good condition; Crystal showing some signs of wear (8/10).
- Water resistance : Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity : Lifetime guarantee
- Movement : Checked quartz movement, one-year warranty
- Included : Professional invoice Atelier Victor, protective case
- Not included : Original box and papers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Chanel Première?
The Première is the very first watch created by Chanel, launched in 1987. Its octagonal case is inspired by the cap of the N°5 perfume bottle and the shape of Vendôme in Paris. Having become an icon, it is today a classic of women's watchmaking, regularly reinterpreted by the maison.
Is this Chanel Première vintage?
Yes. This model dates from the 1990s and exceeds the generally accepted thirty-year threshold for the term "vintage". Vintage versions of the Première are particularly sought after by enthusiasts and collectors in search of authentic, timeless pieces.
Is the bracelet original?
Yes. The watch is delivered with its original bracelet, a gold-plated chain interlaced with leather — one of the signatures of the Première, inherited from Chanel's couture codes — measuring approximately 15m.
Is the case solid gold?
No, the case and caseback are in gold-plated metal. The plating may show light signs of wear on areas of friction, stated with full transparency; the Crystal is rated 8/10.
What is the international delivery time?
Dispatch within 48 hours, international delivery within 3 to 5 days, insurance included.
Mechanical warranty — 1 year
Each watch is inspected by our watchmakers before shipping. In case of a mechanism malfunction during the first year, we cover the repair.
Authenticity warranty — lifetime
If a watch turns out to be non-authentic, we will take it back and refund you in full. Without time limit.
What is not covered
- Exposure to water or humidity
- Shocks, impacts, or vibrations
- Consumable parts (strap, Crystal, crown, pushers)
- Battery replacement (quartz movements)
- Opening or disassembly of the watch by a third party
- Improper use
The accuracy of vintage watches varies according to the model, movement, and year of production. A request for accuracy improvement deemed within acceptable tolerances cannot be covered by the warranty.
Shipping fees
After-sales service is free. Shipping fees outside the United Arab Emirates remain the responsibility of the customer.
Mechanical warranty — 1 year
Each watch is inspected by our watchmakers before shipping. In case of a mechanism malfunction during the first year, we cover the repair.
Authenticity warranty — lifetime
If a watch turns out to be non-authentic, we will take it back and refund you in full. Without time limit.
What is not covered
- Exposure to water or humidity
- Shocks, impacts, or vibrations
- Consumable parts (strap, Crystal, crown, pushers)
- Battery replacement (quartz movements)
- Opening or disassembly of the watch by a third party
- Improper use
The accuracy of vintage watches varies according to the model, movement, and year of production. A request for accuracy improvement deemed within acceptable tolerances cannot be covered by the warranty.
Shipping fees
After-sales service is free. Shipping fees outside the United Arab Emirates remain the responsibility of the customer.
Authentication Process
Each watch is examined by our partner watchmakers before being offered for sale: verification of authenticity, checking the conformity of the components, identification of any modification or replacement of original parts.
If any element has been replaced during the life of the watch (dial, hands, crown, Crystal, strap), we systematically indicate it in the product sheet. You buy knowing the exact history of your piece.
Certificate of Authenticity
Your Atelier Victor invoice serves as a certificate of authenticity: it attests to the origin and conformity of the piece, and is covered by our lifetime authenticity guarantee — if a piece sold by Atelier Victor were found to be non-authentic, it would be fully refunded, with no time limit.
We accept several payment methods:
- Bank card (Visa, Mastercard — American Express not accepted)
- Bank transfer (AED, EUR, USD)
- Cryptocurrency (USDT, USDC)
- PayPal
Other currencies accepted upon request. Exchange fees of approximately 3% may apply.
A 3% discount is granted for any payment by bank transfer starting from €1,000.
Does the strap not suit you? Add the strap of your choice to your order: we will fit it to your watch before shipment, at no fitting charge.
International Shipping
Shipped within 48 to 72 business hours by DHL Express or an equivalent carrier depending on the destination. Delivery in 2 to 6 business days. Each shipment is insured and delivered against signature.
- Free delivery from €1,000 of purchase, as well as on the Jewelry Atelier Victor
- Tracking number sent as soon as the shipment is dispatched
- For certain destinations, delivery may be made to a secure collection point in order to guarantee the integrity of the shipment
Pickup in Dubai
Hand delivery by appointment in Downtown, Dubai. Make an appointment.
Taxes and Customs
The shipping origin is indicated on each product sheet. If the delivery country differs from the shipping country, customs duties and taxes may apply upon receipt, at the buyer's expense. In exceptional situations, customs checks may extend the delivery time, regardless of our wishes and those of the carrier.
For full details, please consult our shipping policy.
FINAL SALES
All sales are final: no return, exchange, or cancellation is accepted after order confirmation. Each piece is authenticated, inspected, and described in detail before being offered for sale.
BEFORE PURCHASE
Our advisors remain at your disposal for any questions and can send you additional photographs or videos upon simple request, by email or on WhatsApp.
NON-CONFORMING ITEM
In the exceptional case of an item that does not match its listing, please notify us within 72 hours: it will be eligible for a refund or an exchange. If the parcel shows damage upon delivery, it should be refused or its opening filmed continuously.
For full details, please consult our return policy.
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