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White Gold Shriners & 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Men's Ring - 10k Enamel Masonic
Located in Greensboro, NC
Rite Metal Content: 10k White Gold Material Information Enamel Color: Red, White, Blue, & Black
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

10k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Antiques Indian Enamel Buttons Cufflinks 10 K Gold
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Antiques Indian Enamel Buttons Cufflinks 10k gold. 2cm big. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

10k Gold

Antique Victorian 10 K Gold Enamel Perfume Bottle Charm
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian 10 k gold perfume bottle, circa the mid 19th century. The piece is modeled as
Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Antique 10K Rose Gold & Blue Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique pendant cross. In 10 karat rose-tinted gold. With navy & light blue enamel and
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold

Victorian 10k Yellow Gold Opals and Blue Enamel Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Victorian 10k yellow gold acid tested ring decorated with blue enamel and 13 oval shaped cabochon
Category

Antique 1890s Canadian Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Opal, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Vintage 10k Yellow Gold Black Onyx and Enamel Statement Ring
Located in New York, NY
green enamel details on the sides. Weight: 5.8 Grams Stone: Onyx (19.3 x 14.25mm), Enamel Measurements
Category

Late 20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Onyx, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Deco 10k Gold, Diamond, and Enamel Bulldog Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Art Deco stickpin. In 10k gold. The head of the pin consisting of an enameled
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Enamel

10K Yellow Gold Puffy Heart Pendant with Enamel Dots #20321
Located in Washington Depot, CT
10K Yellow Gold Heart Pendant with Enamel Dots #20321 - This 10k yellow gold heart pendant is
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20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

10k Gold

Yellow Gold Blue Lodge Men's Master Mason Ring - 10k Blue Enamel Masonic
Located in Greensboro, NC
Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Material Information Enamel Color: Blue Features: Etched
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Garnet and Enamel Mourning Ring of 10k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
enamel on 10k gold. The inside is engraved with 'Eliza Penfold ob 11 Apr 1810 at 31'. The face of the
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Antique 1810s Georgian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau 10k Yellow Gold Diamond & Enamel Flower Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
(approx.) Material: 10K Yellow Gold Weight: 2.82 Grams Overall Width: 27.15mm (1.06") (approx. - east to
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Rose Cut Diamond, Pearl and Red Enamel Chandelier Earrings in 10K Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
enhanced by delicate freshwater pearls that add a touch of grace and refinement. Crafted in warm 10 karat
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Ring Diamond Pearl Blue Enamel 10k Rose Gold Signet Pinky 5
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian diamond & pearl ring (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 10 karat
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Rose Gold, 10k Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond & Enamel Band - 10k Single Cut .25ctw Abstract Ring Sz 7 1/2
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/2 Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .25ctw
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Yellow Gold Kappa Alpha Order Vintage Badge - 10k Sapphire Enamel KA Fraternity
Located in Greensboro, NC
Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Cut: Round Color: Blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Circa 1920s or 1930s 10K Gold Chain Link Cufflinks with Double Enameled Faces
Located in Chicago, IL
done in 10K gold with black, linear enameling. A simple frieze decorates their slightly beveled edges
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

10k Gold

10K Yellow Gold Racing Horse Jockey Cap Hat Charm #14324
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This vintage jockey cap features green and white striped enamel in 10K yellow gold. Size: 15.6 mm
Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Georgian Enamel Remembrance Brooch
Located in New York, NY
. Set in 10K gold with unusual ruby enamel with half seed pearls. This was originally a bracelet or
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Antique 1830s British Georgian Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, 10k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Limoges Enamel Bacchus Ring Gold Pate de Verre Enamel France French
Located in New York, NY
in exquisite blue and white Pate de Verre enamel in 10 Karat Gold. The magnificent portrait of
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Enamel, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Hair & Enamel "Sacred to Affection" Mourning Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
: Fair-Good (minor losses to enamel) Era: Victorian Year: 1860-1875 Metal: 10k Rose Gold Ring Size: 7.25
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Antique 1860s Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

10k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Georgian Gold and Enamel Urn Band Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
I love the proportion of this Gold and enamel Georgian urn ring. I previously sold a larger
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Antique Early 1800s English George III Band Rings

Materials

10k Gold, Enamel

Antique French Gamet Enamel Brooch Fabiola Portrait on Gold Frame
Located in Montreal, QC
Antique French enamel brooch, depicting the Fabiola portrait signed Gamet France on 10k gold frame
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Antique Early 1900s French Brooches

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau French Enamel & Pearl Flower Brooch
Located in Montgomery, AL
- 1910 Metal: 14K Rose Gold; 10K Gold Pin Size: 1.25” X 0.75” Weight: 5.0 Grams Minor Enamel loss on
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Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Vintage Mughal Indian Enamel Gemstones Earrings
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Beautiful vintage 10kt gold , hand - painted Mughal earrings with fresh water cultured pearls , paste stones , coral and emerald beads at bottom . These kundan style jewelry is hand...
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, 10k Gold, Enamel

Estate Chrysoprase and Enamel Irish Charm Bracelet
Located in Denver, CO
Crafted in the 1970s, this Estate Irish charm bracelet features green and white enamel links
Category

Late 20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Chrysophrase, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN 10k GOLD HAIR ART MOURNING BROOCH WITH SEED PEARLS
Located in New York, NY
locket with his hair around her neck. This specific piece is made of solid 10k gold, with black enamel
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 10k Gold

14.31 Carat Ruby Diamond Baguette Enamel Bracelet Cuff
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning bracelet handmade in 10K gold & sterling silver. It is set in 14.31 carats ruby & 2.03
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Victorian Garnet Enamel Snake Flower Pendant Necklace Antique Gold 1860
Located in New York, NY
a flower with a Bohemian Garnet center and lovely enamel adornment. The snake pendant is
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 10k Gold, Enamel

Georgian Enamel Dove Bird Earrings Rose Cut Diamonds Museum Quality
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in these extraordinary Enamel Rose Cut Diamond Dove Bird Earrings. The Museum Quality
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Antique 19th Century Georgian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold, Silver

Antique Enamel Pendant Pin Brooch Gold Victorian French Original 1880's-1890's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1880's-1890's Vintage Victorian French Enamel Yellow Gold Pendant Pin
Category

Antique 1880s French Brooches

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Diamond Enamel Soroptimist International Association Brooch Woman's Movement
Located in New York, NY
set with a diamond. The jewels are 10 karat gold and blue enamel. This is an early piece dating to
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Diamond and Black Enamel Drop Dangle Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful pair of Victorian drop earrings made of 10k yellow gold with black enamel accents and
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Beautiful Diamond and Enamel Evil Eye Necklace in 10kt Yellow Gold, 18", New
Located in West Hempstead, NY
Quality: Crafted in 10k yellow gold with enamel detailing, this necklace highlights the beauty of its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Pansy Flower Enamel Pendant Necklace Pearl Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
LOVELY ART DECO DESIGN. THE PENDANT IS 10 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL ENAMEL
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold

Vintage 1.22ct Green Peridot in Yellow Gold Ring with Orange Enamel
Located in Miami, FL
Add a touch of vintage elegance to your collection with this enchanting 10k yellow gold ring. At
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Mid-20th Century North American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Peridot, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

England 1950 Post War Enameled Airplane Pendant Charm In 9Kt Yellow Gold
By RAF
Located in Miami, FL
Post war enameled airplane pendant charm. Stunning well detailed pendant charm, created in London
Category

Vintage 1950s English Post-War Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Enamel Forget Me Not Flower Pendant Necklace Horseshoe Wishbone Gold
Located in New York, NY
PEARL IN 10 KARAT GOLD. THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL ANTIQUE VICTORIAN ENAMEL FLOWER JEWELS WE
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold

Opal Ruby Strawberry Pinecone Locket Pendant Necklace Enamel Gold MidCentury 3"
Located in New York, NY
bail is adorned with black enamel. The gold is 10 Karat pink gold. The locket is a Retro Mid-Century
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20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold

Antique Snake Ring Double Sided Face 10 Karat Gold Sapphire Diamond Eyes Enamel
Located in Munich, Bavaria
eyes , the other diamond eyes. The head is set in an oval ring head decorated with white enamel.
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Antique 1880s Italian More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold, Enamel

Coral Enamel Pearl Goddess Cameo Pendant Brooch Necklace Gold Antique Victorian
Located in New York, NY
gorgeous 10 Karat Yellow Gold frame with a halo of seed pearls and black enamel. Coral cameos are very
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Antique 19th Century Italian Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

0.3 Ct SI Clarity HI Color Pear Diamond White Enamel Earrings 10 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- STE-1103 Gross Wt. :- 2.24 gm 10k Rose Gold Wt. :- 2.18 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.31
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Pearl Grape Cluster Vine Enamel Pendant Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL ANTIQUE ENAMEL JEWELS WE HAVE SEEN. THE VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Art Nouveau Enamel Flower Pearl Brooch Pin Made in 10 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
This 10 karat yellow gold brooch pin from the Art Nouveau era, features a stylized floral design
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Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 10k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold, Gold

ART NOUVEAU 1900 Enameled Flowers Pin Brooch in 10Kt Gold & Natural Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian Art nouveau enameled flower brooch. This is a beautiful loving brooch, created in
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rose Cut Diamond Lizard Brooch in Enamel and 10 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. Meticulously crafted in radiant 10 karat rose gold, this unique piece showcases an enchanting design that
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Enamel Orchid Flower Pendant Necklace Or Brooch Gold Victorian Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
PINK DETAILED ENAMEL OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY SET WITH AN ANTIQUE PEARL OF GREAT BEAUTY IN THE BEAUTIFUL
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold

Bird Motif Book Form 4 Picture Locket Enamel Pearl Pendant Charm Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
IN A BRANCH MOTIF IN BLACK ENAMEL WITH PEARL ADORNMENTS. The locket itself is 10 Karat Gold. The
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Enamel

Antique Empire 10 Karat Rwed and Yellow Gold Ring Enamel Black Turquoise Paste
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unusual navette shaped Empire 10 karat gold ring was handcrafted around 1800.It is set with
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Antique Early 1800s Italian Empire More Rings

Materials

Turquoise, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Flower Charm Necklace Old Mine Diamond Pearl Enamel 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
with Diamonds, Pearls, and Enamel. The delicate romantic necklace is a reflection of the Victorian's
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 10k Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Victorian 10 Karat Gold and Black Enamel Regard Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
the band hand-chased gold letters spell "REGARD" between immaculate sections of black enamel. Modelled
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Band Rings

Materials

10k Gold

14K Gold Enamel Ring: Colorful Handmade Jewelry, Statement Piece, Unique Design
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
14K Gold Enamel Ring: Colorful Handmade Jewelry, Statement Piece, Unique Design, Pera Collection
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2010s Unknown Baroque Fashion Rings

Materials

Blue Topaz, Diamond, Enamel, Sterling Silver, 22k Gold, 18k Gold, 15k Go...

Exclusive 925 Sterling Silver Enamel Ring: Handmade Jewelry with a Distinctive D
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
925 Sterling Silver Enamel Ring: Colorful Handmade Jewelry, Statement Piece, Unique Design, Pera
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2010s Unknown Aesthetic Movement Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Ste...

Old Mine Diamond Ruby Sapphire Enamel Insect Bug Fly Brooch Art Nouveau Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Art Nouveau - Art Deco Enamel, Rose Cut and Old MIne Cut Diamond, Ruby
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Diamond, Enamel, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

14K Gold Enamel Ring: A Colorful Statement Piece for the Modern Collector
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
14K Gold Enamel Ring: Colorful Handmade Jewelry, Statement Piece, Unique Design, Pera Collection
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2010s Unknown Baroque Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Enamel, Sterling Silver, 22k Gold, 18k Gold, 15k Gold...

Stunning 14K Gold Enamel Ring: Vibrant Handmade Jewelry with a Unique Twist
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
14K Gold Enamel Ring: Colorful Handmade Jewelry, Statement Piece, Unique Design, Pera Collection
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2010s Unknown Aesthetic Movement Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Ste...

10/14 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond and Enamel Broke Heart Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 10K white gold Diamonds: 335 round brilliant cut = 1.00cttw Color: H
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 10kt, Solid Gold Multi Colored 1953 High School Ring with Enamel Crest
Located in Long Beach, CA
for a high school, likely back east in solid 10Kt Gold. The size is 10 1/4. The ring has a stylized
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco More Rings

Materials

10k Gold

Art Deco 10Kt. Solid Gold Multi Colored Signet Ring with Enamel Inlay 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
F.O.E. done in kiln fired enamel. This was likely a high school ring. It is sized to 10 3/4 and can be
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco More Rings

Materials

10k Gold

Estate Hat Pendant in 10kt Yellow Gold - 0.08ctw Pink Ruby, 0.02ctw Diamonds
Located in West Hempstead, NY
pink enamel and white rhodium around the diamonds for a beautiful two-tone look. Weighing 2.6 grams, it
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Mid Century European 1.20 Carat Emerald Religious Cross
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage European religiois cross pendant with emerald. This piece is carefully enamelled and
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2010s European Medieval Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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10k Enamel For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 10k enamel you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 10k Gold and Enamel. Find an antique version now, or shop for 111 vintage or 37 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect 10k enamel among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing 10k enamel — no matter the origin — is easy, but Alina Abegg, Maggoosh and carpenter and sons each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A 10k enamel can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 27 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also uncut cut and old european cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our 10k enamel for sale are for women, but there are 49 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 10k Enamel?

On average, a 10k enamel at 1stDibs sells for $850, while they’re typically $120 on the low end and $233,581 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.