The CHANEL Diana Flap is one of the most storied vintage Chanel designs—famously associated with Princess Diana and representing an era where proportion, softness, and craftsmanship defined the house’s identity. This small lambskin version with 24K gold-plated hardware captures Chanel at its most collectible: supple leather, refined structure, and a silhouette that has since been discontinued, making it a true vintage icon.
This is a #3-series (1994–1996) piece, placing it firmly within Chanel’s sought-after vintage period, known for higher gold content in hardware and superior leather quality. The original, unrecoloured lambskin with puffy, buttery quilting is a key differentiator—highly valued by collectors for authenticity and feel. The small size is notably rarer and more desirable in today’s market. Complete with hologram, card, dustbag, and box, it checks essential provenance markers. A minor front scratch has been transparently priced in, making this a strong entry point for a highly collectible Diana.
PRODUCT INFO:CHANEL Diana Small Flap Bag; Black lambskin leather; 24K gold-plated hardware (GHW); #3-series (circa 1994–1996); Rare small size; Signature curved flap design; Puffy quilting; Original, unrecoloured leather; Minor front scratch (priced accordingly); Comes with hologram sticker, authenticity card, dustbag, and box; Vintage Chanel collectible piece.
The Diana is no longer in production—and small, original-condition pieces with 24K hardware are becoming increasingly difficult to source cleanly. What matters here is integrity: unrecoloured leather, preserved puffiness, and full set. Minor flaws aside, these are often the pieces collectors gravitate toward—because condition honesty and originality tend to outweigh superficial perfection over time.
