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Metal: Enamel
Gucci "GG" Logo Gold Plated Pink Enamel Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specification Category Earrings Brand GUCCI with Pink Enamel Recipient For Her, For Him Earring Style Stud Earrings Brand Collections GG Marmont Metal Type G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Hermès Enamel Cuff Bracelet Brazil Feathers Gold Hdw Extra Large Size 65
Located in FR
Absolutely Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Bracelet Print: "Brazil" Pattern: feathers Made in France + P (2012) Made of printed enamel and yellow gold plated hardware Colorways: beig...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Silver Enamel Scherbel St. Moritz Ladies FOB Watch
Located in Montreal, QC
White dial and gold hand-stamped 925 Swiss-made watch. With a mechanical movement and in good working order. The buckle and watch are black enamelled. In good condition, measures 2 i...
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20th Century Swiss Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Gorgeous 3.90 Carat Multi Color Tourmaline Cushion Shape from Afghanistan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Tourmaline Weight : 3.90 Carats Size: 0.90 to 1.15 Carat Origin : Kunar Afghanistan Clarity : Eye Clean Shape: Cushion Color: Mint Green, Pink Certificate: On Deman...
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Tourmaline, Britannia Standard Silver, Base Metal, Berlin Iron, Brass, B...

Antique Victorian 18k Gold, Black Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Mourning Ring, C 1884
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Although Mourning Jewelry has a long & fascinating history, going back to as far as Middle Ages, its popularity reached its peak during the reign of Queen Victoria (1837 - 1901). ...
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1880s English Late Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

David Webb Platinum & 18K White Gold Rock Crystal, Diamonds, Black Enamel, Pearl
Located in New York, NY
The cocktail ring was developed for the rebellious twenties flapper. Deliberately bold and eye-catching, it was designed to attract attention to the drink in her hand during prohibit...
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20th Century American Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Rock Crystal, Pearl, Diamond, Crystal, Enamel, Platinum, White Gold, 18k...

Georgian Mourning Ring with Black Enamel, circa 1824
Located in London, GB
This Georgian ring is hallmarked 1824 and is engraved with the words 'Died Nov 3rd 1874'. This is an original mourning ring made in 18 carat yellow gold and covered with black enamel...
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1820s Unknown Georgian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Green Enamel Ladybug Cufflinks
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated Sterling Silver ladybug cufflinks with green enamel. Dimensions: 0.44 in W x 0.50 in L x 0.23 in D 11,17 mm W x 12...
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2010s Italian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Enamel, Sterling Silver

18K Gold, Enamel and Diamond Tiger Bangle Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This striking Mid-20th Century Tiger motif hinged bangle bracelet is adorned with bright transparent gold and jet black opaque enamel. The life like head and collar are set generousl...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Blue Enamel Shield Pendant in 14 Karat Gold with Diamond Star on Gold Rolo chain
Located in New York, NY
An updated take on the classic shield shape. This pendant, in stunning royal blue enamel, is set off by a gold star with a center diamond. It has chunky jump rings, and hangs off o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

French Antique 1.06 Carat Rose- Cut Diamond Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Set with 8 rose- cut diamonds on openwork, half of the ring band is engraved with geometric designs of navy blue enamel. Total di...
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2010s French Romantic Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds Colored Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Kaleidoscope Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamonds Colored Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Kaleidoscope Ring Please take a look at one of our trademark textures in Kaleidoscope Collection - "The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Brown Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Green Tourmaline 5.15 Carat Black Sapphire 18 Karat Black Gold Enamel Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Green Tourmaline 5.15 Carat Black Sapphire 18 Karat Black Gold Enamel Ring We present you a Ring from our signature collection "Tweed". This is a soft, dense wool fabric, which is ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Neoclassical Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel

Antique Russian O.F. Kurlukov Egg Enamel Pendant 56 Gold 14K Silver/3.89gr
Located in SE
Antique miniature Passover Egg pendant made in Imperial Russia between years 1884 - 1916. Body in Silver finished with fine translucent Guilloche Lavender toned Enamel and mounted o...
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Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Heidi Daus Mod Squad Enamel and Crystal Charm Toggle Clasp Link Bracelet
Located in Montreal, QC
Awesome Heidi Daus "Mod Squad" Enamel and Crystal Charm Toggle Clasp Bracelet. Oxidized Bronze tone mounting with textured finish. Approx. 7.75" long x 0.75"...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Enamel

Antique Imperial Russian I.Tarabrov Egg Pendant Sapphire 56 Gold Silver Enamel
Located in SE
Antique miniature Passover Egg pendant made in Imperial Russia between the years 1898 - 1908. Body in Silver finished with White Pearl Enamel and is embellished with an old diamond ...
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Early 1900s Russian Russian Empire Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Coral, Green Enamel, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Vintage Enamel Rose Cut Flower Ring 18K Yellow & White Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are just stunned by the beauty of this piece! The magnificent combination of blue enamel & rose cuts diamonds is perfection. Ring Details Material: 18K Yellow Gold Base; White G...
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Mid-20th Century Retro Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18K Yellow Gold Geometric Cushion Black Enamel Ring
Located in New York, NY
Black enamel joins with the scintillation of 18k yellow gold for this ring. Black enamel in a rhombus silhouette serves as the crown, while 18k yellow gold strands form four sections...
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2010s American Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Pair of Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver & Enamel Tennis Racquet Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Tennis related cufflinks By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Each head with white and green enamel inlay and a tennis racquet with recessed strings to its center. ...
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20th Century Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Art Deco Gold and Enamel Box
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Gold and Enamel Box A black enamel box containing a mirror and two compartments. Signed: Cartier Approximate Measurements: 3" x 0.75" x 0.38" Approximately weighs 46 grams ...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Janesich Gold and Enamel Compact
Located in New York, NY
Janesich Gold and Enamel Compact Janesich Gold compact with linear motifs in black enamel. The compact opens to a mirror, a powder compartment, and a lipstick case. Approximate Me...
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20th Century French Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Lacloche Freres Gold and Enamel Cigarette Case
Located in New York, NY
Lacloche Freres Gold and Enamel Cigarette Case A gold cigarette case adorned with a black enamel geometric design. Signed Lacloche Frères Paris and numbered Stamped with French ass...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Turquoise, Tsavorites, Diamonds, Enamel, 14 Karat White Gold Dangle Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Art Deco 14K White Gold & Platinum Blue Enamel Old European Diamond Bar Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Metal Type: 14K White Gold and Platinum Length: 2.25 inches Width: 6.30 mm Weight: 3.39 grams Filigreed, 14K white gold and platinum, diamond art-deco (1920-1930) brooch. The met...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Vintage Circa 1970s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Amethyst Enamel Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 14.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.75 carat. The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Ring size is US 6.5 We can make any size. Please...
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1970s European Retro Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels Plique a Jour Enamel and Diamond Earring and Ring Set, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Plique a Jour Enamel and Diamond Earring and Ring Set made in 18k Yellow Gold. The earring weighs 20.90 grams and have appx. 1.40 carats diamonds and the ring we...
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20th Century Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

Frascarolo Vintage Enameled Diamond Lion Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This Mid Century Italian designer Enameled Brooch was designed by Italian designer Frascarolo and inspired in a Roaring Lion Head motif. This 18K gold brooch is ready to lunge forwa...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Chanel CC Crystal Faux Pearl Golden Line Long Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2465 Comes With Pouch Only Model CC Collection Metal Gilt Weight 117 g Length 90 cm Condition Excellent __________________________________ If you are interested in any of our ...
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2010s French Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Enamel, Mixed Metal

Vintage Kurt Gutmann 18K Yellow Gold Green Ruby Eyes Enamel Frog Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Kurt Gutmann Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 1.00 inches Width: 30.50 mm Height: 14.75 mm Weight: 9.51 grams Lady's designer made 18K yellow gold ani...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

William IV 18ct Gold and Enamel Memorial Ring, 1833
Located in Glasgow, GB
William IV 18ct yellow gold and black enamel memorial mourning ring, inscribed with 'IN MEMORY OF' within a gold foliate border and 'Wilson Agnew, died Feby 7th 1865, aged 83 ys' ins...
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1830s British William IV Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Edwardian Pearl & Enamel Pendant Necklace 15K Gold Art Nouveau c.1910
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this alluring antique Edwardian enamel pendant necklace made c.1910. In spite of its modest proportions, this pendant does not shy away from presenting t...
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Early 20th Century Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel

David Webb Enamel, 18K & Platinum Tire Ring signed with a David Webb Certificate
Located in Aspen, CO
David Webb white enamel, 18K, platinum "Tire" Ring, signed and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity from David Webb. According to their records, this ring has approximately...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Antique Norwegian Blue Guilloche Enamel Pendant Necklace Locket - Marius Hammer
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning antique guilloché enamel pendant made by the prominent Norwegian maker Marius Hammer of Bergen...
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Early 20th Century Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Enamel

Vintage David Webb Leopard Ring in 18K Yellow Gold and Enamel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Made by David Webb in 18K yellow gold, this vintage, whimsical leopard ring is textured with Webb's signature, finely hammered finish. The black enamel spots and green enamel eyes co...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
An Art Nouveau brooch that can also be worn a choker pendant. 18ct gold with French hallmarks with Plique-a-jour enamelling. Old cut diamonds with natural pearl. Central diamon...
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Chanel CC Enamel Camellia Flower Long Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2468 Comes With Box Only Date 2011 Metal Gilt Weight 121 g Length 98 cm Condition Excellent __________________________________ Every piece Dandelion Antiques sell is 100% aut...
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2010s French Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Enamel, Mixed Metal

Antique Victorian Blue Enamel Garnet Heart Necklace 'Puffy' Pendant - c.1900
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this adorable antique Victorian silver-gilt heart pendant made c.1900. Captivating and enchanting upon first glance, this pendant features a rich royal b...
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Early 20th Century Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Garnet, Enamel

Vintage Cartier French Diamond Enamel 18k White Gold Le Baiser Du Dragon Band Ri
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Cartier French Diamond Enamel 18k White Gold Le Baiser Du Dragon Band Ring. Featuring 27 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of ap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mini Violin Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mini Violin Brooch This 18K Gold Enamel Violin Brooch is a work of art! Our signature item from Artistic Collection, it boasts realisti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mini Violin Brown Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mini Violin Brown Brooch This 18K Gold Enamel Violin Brooch is a work of art! Our signature item from Artis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Mini Violin Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classical Enamel Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Mini Violin Brooch This 18K Gold Enamel Violin Brooch is a work of art! Our signature item from Artistic Collection, it boasts realistic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, White Gold

Antique Georgian Gold Earrings with Blue Enamel Guilloche Pearl Cluster c.1800
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this magnificent pair of antique Georgian gold enamel earrings, made c.1880. This unique and beautiful pair is made w...
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Early 19th Century Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel

Antique Swiss Gold And Enamel Bracelet Circa 1840
Located in Firenze, IT
Composed of a series of plaques with floral black and white enamel, in the Swiss style, length 18.0cm Weight: 57gr.
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1840s Swiss Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

0.75 Carat Marquise Diamond Turquoise Enamel Half Hoop Earrings 14k Yellow Gold
Located in IN
Adorn yourself with elegance and sophistication with these stunning 0.75 Carat Marquise Diamond Turquoise Enamel Half Hoop Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold. Crafted with meticulous attent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Deco Platinum 7.80ctw GIA Natural Jade & Diamond Black Enamel Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This truly unique and stunning antique art deco period cocktail ring crafted in solid platinum and features a breathtaking, GIA certified, natural jade stone that displays very rich and desirable green color over its oval cabochon shape. The stone perfectly sits in a beautifully hand crafted frame which is drenched with fine quality, old single cut diamonds and black enamel throughout. The diamonds go down both sides of the shoulders which is then completed with hand engraving designs down the entire shank. This ring comes with the original GIA certification which indicates that the jade is 100% natural and has no indication of impregnation. A truly outstanding antique handmade ring...
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1910s Art Deco Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Platinum, Enamel

Vintage David Webb 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Diamond Amethyst Enamel Ring
Located in New York, NY
A vintage 18k gold and platinum cabochon amethyst, diamond, green enamel ring by David Webb. This colorful and vibrant ring is set with a rich amethyst. It is surrounded by round brilliant cut diamonds that weigh approximately 0.82 carats. The diamonds are G to H color and VS clarity. The ring is currently a size 7. It has iconic David Webb style...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Virgin Mary Mother of Pearl Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a mother-of-pearl medal depicting the Virgin Mary within a blue enamel frame surrounded by 64 natural seed pearls. Umarked but...
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20th Century French Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Monet Democratic Donkey Pin Brooch in Silver, Red and Blue Enamel
Located in Milford, DE
This patriotic pin features a silver-tone donkey, accented with clear crystals and red & blue enamel. By Monet. Marks / hallmarks / etc: Monet
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20th Century American Retro Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Enamel

Diamond and Black Enamel Dangle Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Diamond and Black Enamel Dangle earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a sparkling, luxurious look featuring mix cut diamonds. If you love to gravitate to...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Antique Enamel, Diamond and Pearl Suite, Rowlands & Frazer, London, c. 1860
Located in Aspen, CO
Important Antique Earrings and Pendant Suite. Lyre-shaped pendant and earring set in the original fitted box signed Rowlands & Frazer, London, c. 1860. Considered one of the most i...
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1860s English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel

Imperial Silver Gilt Enamel Egg Pendant With Coat Of Arms
Located in Chesterland, OH
Presenting a stunning pendant designed in the shape of a Russian Imperial gilt silver and guilloche enamel egg. The body of the egg is enameled in a deep, beautiful red guilloche ena...
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

White Enamel Huggies with Diamonds, 14K Yellow Gold, GH SI1 Diamonds
Located in Briarcliff Manor, NY
Introducing our newest arrival: white enamel huggie earrings without the mark-ups! These beautiful earrings are perfect for everyday wear and will make a...
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2010s Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

14K Gold Mushroom Necklace, Enamel Fruit Necklace
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
14K Gold Mushroom Necklace - Enamel Fruit Necklace Special desing necklace with enamel. It’s a manual labour product. ‘Handmade’. Fashionable produc...
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2010s Turkish Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

14K Gold Cherry Necklace, Enamel Fruit Necklace
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
14K Gold Cherry Necklace - Enamel Fruit Necklace Special desing necklace with enamel. It’s a manual labour product. ‘Handmade’. Fashionable product....
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2010s Turkish Modern Enamel Jewelry

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14k Gold, Enamel

Blue Enamel Earrings By Jean Schlumberger For Tiffany & Co
Located in New Orleans, LA
Created by Tiffany & Co.'s legendary jewelry designer Jean Schlumberger, these chic earrings are crafted of vibrant blue enamel punctuated by bands of 18K yellow gold. Schlumberger i...
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20th Century American Retro Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Blue Topaz, Sapphire Studded Enamel Ring with Diamonds in 14 Karat Gold
Located in JAIPUR, IN
Elegant and exquisite Enamel Cocktail 14 K Ring, center set with 2.77 Cts. Octagon Cut Swiss Blue Topaz. Surrounded with Blue Sapphire Rounds 0.36 Cts. accented with Diamonds, weighi...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Blue Topaz, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Blue Chalcedony, Sapphire Studded Enamel Pendant with Diamonds in 14 Karat Gold
Located in JAIPUR, IN
Elegant and exquisite Enamel Cocktail 14 K Pendant, center set with 4.10 Cts. Cabochon Cut Blue Chalcedony Round . Surrounded with Blue Sapphire Rounds 0...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

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Chalcedony, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique and Vintage Enamel Jewelry and Watches

From vibrant to subtle, elegant to cheeky, vintage and antique enamel jewelry and watches encompass a wide range of colors and styles, and there are almost as many techniques for creating these distinctive pieces.

Enameling is one of the oldest forms of surface decoration, used to add color to jewelry without having to rely on gemstones. Evidence of enameling goes back to ancient Greece. Throughout history, far-flung cultures favored different techniques. For example, cloisonné enamel was popular during the Byzantine Empire, while artisans living in France and Germany in the Middle Ages preferred champlevé. And Art Nouveau jewelry designers favored plique à jour.

At its core, enamel is the fusion of powdered glass to metal, and artists like enameling because it allows them to add a painterly or illustrative quality to their work.

Cloisonné (“cell” in French) is a technique in the creation of enamel jewelry that sees the use of thin wires of fine silver or gold to outline a design, which is then filled with enamel. The piece is subsequently placed in a kiln where the enamel is melted. Cloisonné is distinct because the individual wires remain visible, forming an outline of the motif.

Champlevé (“level field” in French) enamel is almost the opposite of cloisonné. In this technique, depressions in the metal are made by etching, engraving or chiseling, and then layers of enamel are built up until they rise slightly above the surface of the metal. The enamel is then fired and polished.

Guilloché is a technique in which translucent enamel is applied to a piece of metal that has had designs cut into it using a lathe. After the firing, the patterns on the metal become visible. Guilloché was made famous by Peter Carl Fabergé, whose jewelry house used the technique on many of its objets d’art as well as jewelry.

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