Q: What is this bracelet made of?
A: It is Chanel costume jewellery crafted in gold-tone metal. Chanel’s fashion bracelets are made from metal (not solid gold) with a golden finish, which develops a natural patina over time.

Q: What wrist or hand size will it fit?
A: This is a rigid slip-on bangle best suited to hands/wrists measuring up to about 22 cm in circumference. To check your fit, tuck your thumb into your palm and measure around the widest part of your knuckles; choose bangles with an inner circumference equal to or slightly larger than this number.

Q: Is it adjustable?
A: No. As a slip-on bangle it is not adjustable and should not be bent or squeezed to change the size, as this can stress the metal and damage the finish.

Q: How wide is the bracelet and can it be stacked?
A: The band is approximately 1.7 cm wide and about 0.4 cm thick. It stacks well with slimmer pieces, but avoid excessive friction with other bangles to minimise surface wear.

Q: How should I care for the gold-tone finish?
A: Put on after perfume, lotion and make-up. Avoid water, soap, detergents and chemicals. After wear, wipe gently with a soft, dry, non‑pilling cloth and store it separately in a pouch or box away from humidity. Do not use liquid jewellery cleaners or abrasives.

Q: Will the colour fade or tarnish?
A: With normal wear, light scratches and some discolouration can appear on high‑contact areas of gold‑tone metal. Proper care and dry storage will slow this and preserve the shine.

Q: How can I date Chanel jewellery like this?
A: Many Chanel pieces carry a small signature stamp inside. On vintage items, the format can indicate the year and season (for example, 93P for Spring 1993). Stamp placement and style vary by era, and some designs are unmarked. We can share close‑up photos of any stamps on request.

Q: What is included with this item?
A: Everything included is listed under the product information on this page. For this piece, a box is included unless stated otherwise.

Q: How does A Retro Tale authenticate this bracelet?
A: Every piece is rigorously vetted by our in‑house experts using multi‑point checks of materials, construction, stamps and hardware. We stand behind the authenticity of all items and are happy to provide additional details on request.

Q: Can I wear it every day?
A: Yes, but for longevity we recommend removing it before showering, swimming, exercising or household cleaning, and avoiding knocks or abrasion when stacking with other bangles.