Rating and value of your Chanel Timeless handbags

If you own a Chanel Timeless, and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will offer you their appraisal services.

Our specialists will work to carry out a free appraisal of your bag, and will provide you with an accurate estimate of its value on the current market. Thereafter, if you wish to sell your bag, we will direct you to the best possible device to obtain an optimal price.

The price of a Chanel Timeless can vary according to the year, the leather, the edition (limited or not), the stones and metals used, as well as the wear and tear of the product.

Rating and value of a Timeless

The Timeless is a must-have from Chanel, it's the must-have in terms of handbags from the house. It has been a hit since its release and is one of the best-selling luxury bags in the world.

The price at which it sells on the art and auction market ranges between €300 and €330 000, a considerable delta but one that speaks volumes about the value that can be attributed to your Timeless.

In 2018, a jumbo purple crocodile Timeless sold for €10,400, a record achieved by Artcurial. The sale of Karl Lagerfeld after his death only confirmed the craze for Timeless and the house's bags in general.

Order of value from a classic Timeless to the most in-demand

Reasons to sell your Timeless

The Timeless is a timeless bag, always in high demand on the auction market. Buyers are willing to pay unheard-of sums, because the house has made the it bag a prestigious object.

Limited editions and the death of Karl Lagerfeld have driven up prices across the house. Buying a Timeless always proves to be an investment, as prices keep rising.

As the house grows, and prices rise, it could be that some Timeless will reach the prices of the Kelly and the Birkin most prized.

Thus, unless very worn, it often sells for more than it was bought for.

The most prized bag from the haute-couture house Chanel

Several Timeless have been successively created by the house. The name " Timeless " covers three bags: the 2.55, the Classique and the Boy. The 2.55 was created first, when Coco Chanel was still running the house.

She created the 2.55 in February 1955 (hence the name) so that women would have a bag they could carry on their shoulder for evening wear. The jewel chain was an innovation at the time.

The classic Timeless saw the light of day thanks to Lagerfeld, who redesigned the 2.55 when he created new collections for Chanel when he was entrusted with restructuring the house after difficult times. The bag becomes an it bag.

This is when the double C appears on the bag, but the 2.55 is still sold. The prices on the table above are those of the classic, the most in demand on the market today.

Today, Chanel's Timeless is the house's best-selling bag, often bought as a first luxury investment. The 2.55 is less sold and favored by a specific clientele, but works very well at auction.

Finally, in 2010, Lagerfeld further modernized the Timeless by creating the Boy, in reference to Boy Capel, Chanel's childhood sweetheart. This model is rockier and less in keeping with the original Chanel line.

The Timeless Boy is a bag apart, chosen more by less conventional women, who like to add a 90's trend to their outfits without breaking the elegance.

More casual and modern, it comes in even more unique creations, far removed from the classic Timeless classicism, such as the Enchained Boy model, with a very rock spirit but at the same time so sophisticated.

The success of the Timeless at auction

If the Timeless is so popular today, it's because it was the first shoulder bag designed for women. It's big enough to hold the essentials, and small enough to wear over the shoulder or across the chest.

So it doesn't take up a lot of space and is absolutely unobtrusive. The Timeless, whatever the model, is of remarkable quality in terms of materials.

Limited editions can be found, such as those presented at the Lagerfeld sale not long ago (Timeless by the Sea), made for the Chanel cruise fashion show. The best-selling and most in-demand remains the Classique.

The logo is quite discreet, although the more modest will prefer the 2.55. The Timeless can be worn with everything, whether a suit, jeans or dress. What's more, its success is also due to its versatility - it can be worn day or evening.

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Recognizing an original Timeless 

The counterfeit market is increasingly strong in manufacturing various bags passing them off as luxury bags. Ononline platforms, the resale of these items is steadily increasing, and many customers are being tricked.

This is why, even if techniques exist to recognize a real Timeless, including looking at the stitching, or the inscription of the serial number inside, it is essential if you think you own a Timeless to have it appraised.

Reasons to sell your bag at auction

Trusting a Chanel bag to an auction house rather than selling it online has many advantages, particularly in the current context where the second-hand market is experiencing an unprecedented boom.

Chanel bags, with their rich history and timeless design, have become sought-after collector's items for fashion enthusiasts and investors worldwide.

Auction plays a key role in this phenomenon, providing a platform that maximizes both the visibility and potential value of these luxury accessories.

The appeal of Chanel bags has been enhanced by their association with celebrities and style icons over the decades. For example, Marilyn Monroe, known for her love of Chanel creations, helped popularize the brand in the 1950s.

More recently, stars such as Chanel ambassador Kristen Stewart and Lily-Rose Depp have continued to wear the house's colors high, reinforcing the image of luxury and sophistication associated with these bags.

Selling a Chanel bag at auction reaches an audience of knowledgeable collectors and fashion enthusiasts, often willing to pay a high price for rare pieces in excellent condition.

Contrary to an online sale, where the price is often negotiated down and the risk of fraud is high, an auction offers increased security. T

he checks are rigorous to guarantee the authenticity of the bags, protecting both seller and buyer.

In addition, auctioning creates a competitive dynamic between bidders, which can drive the final sale price beyond expectations.

Anecdotes related to Chanel bag auctions are numerous. For example, a Chanel Vintage Timeless crocodile bag sold for a record price at a Hong Kong auction, fetching over $200,000.

This kind of spectacular sale illustrates not only the investment value of these bags, but also the universal appeal of the Chanel brand.

The rarity of certain models, particularly those in limited editions or made from rare materials such as alligator or crocodile leather, attracts collectors from all over the world, ready to spend considerable sums to acquire these treasures.

Another important aspect is the emotional connection buyers often have with these bags. A Chanel bag can represent much more than just a fashion accessory; it can symbolize status, taste and heritage.

At auction, it's not uncommon to see buyers bid beyond a bag's market value, simply to own a piece that belonged to a celebrity or is associated with a historic Chanel moment.

In short, entrusting a Chanel bag to our auction house rather than selling it online is a smart strategy for maximizing its value. This brings an international audience and optimal selling conditions that ensure the bag achieves its full potential on the market.

For sellers, it's an opportunity to make the most of their investment while contributing to the aura of prestige that surrounds the House of Chanel.

Knowing the bag's definite value 

If you happen to own a Timeless or think you might, don't hesitate to request a free appraisal using our form on our website. A member of our team of experts and chartered auctioneers will contact you promptly with an estimate of the market value of your bag, and will provide you with all the relevant information. If you wish to sell your property, you will also be accompanied by our specialists in order to benefit from alternatives to sell it at the best possible price, taking into account market inclinations.