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Art Nouveau Lapis Lazuli & Enamel 14k Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
. Condition: Good (minor loss to enamel-see photos) Era: Art Nouveau/Early Art Deco Year: 1910-1920 Metal: 14k
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pan Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
and bright Stamped 14k for 14 karat gold Circa: 1905 Top measures: 9/16 x 1/2 inch Total length: 2
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Iris Flower Enamel Pendant Necklace 14k Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
LOVELY ART NOUVEAU FLOWING NATURE INSPIRED LINES. THE PENDANT IS 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. THIS IS ONE OF
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Russian Art Nouveau Gold Enamel Pill Box
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unusual Art Nouveau 14K two tone gold and enamel pill box. It features an enamel top with
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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Art Nouveau Boxes and Cases

Materials

18k Gold

Russian Art Nouveau Gold Enamel Pill Box
Russian Art Nouveau Gold Enamel Pill Box
H 0.5 in W 1.19 in D 1.25 in
Art Nouveau 1900s French 14K Gold Drop Blue Celestial Enamel Earrings Hallmark
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Art Nouveau 1900s French 14K Gold Drop Blue Celestial Enamel Earrings Hallmark Hallmark, 14K
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Enamel Diamond Sapphire 14 Karat Gold Empress Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
diamonds Stamped 14K for 14 karat gold Head measures: 17.0 x 13.8 mm Total length: 2 1/2 inches Total
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...

Antique Art Nouveau 14k Gold Amethyst Pearl & Enamel Dangle Lavalier Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Antique, Art Nouveau. Slightly damage on enamel & small chip on amethyst. Original finish & patina
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Krementz 14k Gold Peridot Pearl & Enamel Dangle Lavalier Pendant
By Krementz & Co
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) (including the dangle) Thickness: 4.6mm (thickest area at the peridot) Condition: Antique, Art Nouveau. Shows
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold Fairy Brooch, Circa 1900
Located in Philadelphia, PA
diamonds weighing approximately 0.18 carat Completed by a pin stem with closure Stamped 14K for 14 karat
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Pearl Plique-A-Jour Enamel 14 Karat Gold Gargoyle Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
translucent cream to white pliquè-a-jour enamel Clutching a round 3.0 mm button pearl; cream in color with
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

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

Art Nouveau Diamond Emerald Enamel Pearl 14 Karat Gold Serpent Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
featuring guilloche enamel Enamel is iridescent white with a radiating burst motif - exhibiting no loss
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Riker Brothers Enamel Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Gold Spider Art Nouveau Brooch
By Riker Brothers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
closure Stamped 14K for 14 karat gold Maker's mark for Riker Brothers Circa: 1905 Measures: 1 1/4 x 1
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Riker Brothers Art Nouveau Ruby Diamond Guilloche Enamel 14 Karat Gold Brooch
By Riker Brothers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
stem with locking closure and looped bale. Stamped 14k for 14 karat gold. With maker's mark for Riker
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Orchid Flower OMC Diamond Enamel Necklace 14k Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT NECKLACE WITH A BEAUTIFUL GREEN ENAMEL ORCHID
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Lovely Art Nouveau Enamel Violet
By Cressarrow
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Art Nouveau Enamel Violet brooch in 14K gold by Cressarrow, N.J. from the late 19th Century
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Lovely Art Nouveau Enamel Violet
Lovely Art Nouveau Enamel Violet
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Antique Art Nouveau 14K Gold Matte Enamel Seed Pearl & Leaf Wreath Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful antique brooch/pin was crafted during the art nouveau era in solid 14k yellow gold
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Demantoid Enamel Lady Stick Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Demantoid Enamel Lady Stick Pin. This
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Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau Necklace 14k Gold Amethyst Sawtooth Pearl Enamel Vintage
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed Art Nouveau drop necklace (circa 1900s to 1910s) crafted in 14 karat
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau 14k Gold 2.4mm Pearl Floral Brooch Pin w/ Enamel Work
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Antique art nouveau 1900. All original finish. Excellent condition! Stock Number: MK-49020949-23071223-EY
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau 14k Gold Blue Stone Diamond & Pearl Enamel Pin Brooch Pendant Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
: 3.1mm (thickest area at the blue stone) Condition: Antique, Art Nouveau. Original finish & patina
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Flower Lily Pad Enamel Pearl Pendant Lavaliere Necklace 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
ARE SET IN A GOLD SURROUND WITH LOVELY ART NOUVEAU DESIGN. THE PENDANT IS 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. THIS
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Nouveau French Enamel & Pearl Flower Brooch
Located in Montgomery, AL
enamel work & tiny seed pearls to accomplish the flower petal arrangement design. Era: Art Nouveau 1890
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Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

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

Orchid Flower Pendant OMC Diamond Enamel Charm 14K Gold Victorian Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU LAVALIERE PENDANT IN THE FORM OF A FLOWER OR ORCHID - SO STUNNING
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Amethyst Ring with Enamel & Diamonds
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Art Nouveau Amethyst Ring with Enamel & Diamonds Art Nouveau jewelry is instantly recognizable by
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Diamond, Enamel and Gold Locket
Located in New York, NY
An American Art Nouveau enamel, 14 karat bloomed gold and diamond pendant locket. The figure on the
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Diamond Enamel 14K Rose Gold Flower Antique Watch Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in North Attleboro, MA
This stunning Art Nouveau Diamond Enamel 14K Rose Gold Flower Antique Convertible Brooch Pendant is
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

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

Art Nouveau Pansy Forget-Me-Not Flower OMC Diamond Enamel Pendant 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
SET IN AN ELEGANT GOLD RIBBON SURROUND WITH LOVELY ART NOUVEAU DESIGN. THE PENDANT IS 14 KARAT YELLOW
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau Enamel Flower Gold Stick Pin
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Nouveau floral 14K yellow gold stick pin featuring a natural pearl popping out of an enamel
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

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Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Enameled Woman
Located in Riverdale, NY
Lovely Art Nouveau brooch of a womans head shrouded in pink enameled poppies, set in 14k gold. Each
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Art Nouveau Rose Cut Diamond Lily Pad Pendant Amethyst Enamel Charm 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL ORIGINAL ART NOUVEAU PENDANT OR CHARM IN A STUNNING FORM WITH ROSE CUT DIAMONDS
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, White Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Art Nouveau Enamel, Diamond & Pearl Pendant - Brooch Necklace
Located in Danvers, MA
Offered is a beautifully detailed Art Nouveau period enamel Pendant - Brooch Necklace. Set with
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

14K Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Vintage Red Green Enamel Pin Converted Pendant R4141
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 14K Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Vintage Red Green Enamel Pin Converted to Pendant ♥ Solid 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Pansy Flower Diamond Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
gold diamond art-nouveau (1890-1910) brooch / pendant. The metal was tested and determined to be 14K
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Antique 1890s Unknown Brooches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1900s Art Nouveau Enamel Diamond Gold Brooch Vienna Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Nouveau Brooch Vienna, made c. 1900 14 Carat Gold / 585 (checked) Yellow Gold, covered
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Enamel Art Nouveau Maiden Woman Brooch 14 Karat Gold, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
A spectacular Art Nouveau brooch with images of three maidens in 14 Karat Gold with fine Enamel
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Pansy Forget-Me-Not Flower OMC Diamond Enamel Pendant 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT WITH A BEAUTIFUL LAVENDER, CREAM AND BLUE ENAMEL
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Nouveau 1900s American Seed Pearl Tassel Drop Stud Enamel Earrings Hallmark 14K
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Art Nouveau1900s American Seed Pearl Tassel Drop Stud Enamel Earrings Hallmark, 14K Weighing 12.7
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Chandelier Earrings

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Pearl, Enamel

Art Nouveau 14 Karat Brooch Dated 1904 Chrysoprase Citrine Enamel Brooch
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This fine piece of Art Nouveau jewellery has the inscription September 30th 1904 engraved on the
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Yellow Gold, Enamel and Diamond Stick Pin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: Featuring 14K yellow gold, enamel face design with diamond detail. Total weight
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau More Jewelry

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau Lily Brooch 14 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Pearl
Located in Munich, Bavaria
was created around 1900 - 1905 and is made out of 14 karat gold. The flower petals are covered with
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Goddess Maiden Woman Rose Flower Enamel Pendant Brooch Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a museum quality Art Nouveau, 14 Karat Gold, Enamel and Baroque Pearl Pendant-Brooch
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

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

Art Nouveau Butterfly Pendant Brooch OMC Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful and rare early Art Nouveau Brooch Pendant in the form of a Butterfly. The magnificent
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau Girls Enamel Painting 14 Karat Gold Bar Brooch Three Maiden
Located in Munich, Bavaria
made out of 14 karat yellow und rose gold. The design shows in relief three happy looking Art Nouveau
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Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau Opal Diamond Enamel Gold Flower Stick Pin
Located in Munich, Bavaria
and five smaller old cut diamonds. Opals and diamonds are mounted in 14 k gold. The opal flower is
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Antique 1890s Unknown Art Nouveau More Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

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

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

Enamel Orchid Flower Pendant Necklace Or Brooch Gold Victorian Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS AN ANTIQUE VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU LAVALIERE PENDANT OR BROOCH IN THE FORM OF AN ORCHID
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Nouveau Pansy Heart Plique-a-jour Enamel Flower Pendant 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A LOVELY ART NOUVEAU PENDANT NECKLACE WITH A BEAUTIFUL LAVENDER, CREAM, GREEN AND BLUE
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Coral Cameo Enamel Brooch Pin 14 Karat Gold Maiden Flower
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely stunning antique Art Nouveau - Belle Epoque Coral Cameo Brooch Bar Pin with
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

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Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau 1900 Edwardian Enamel Orchid Flower Brooch In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian art nouveau enamel Orchid brooch. An exceptional three-dimensional piece, created in
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Antique Russian Diamond Guilloche Enamel Gold Brooch
By Feodor Lorie
Located in Chicago, IL
modeled Art Nouveau diamond flower mounted on a superb quality royal blue guilloche enamel plaque framed
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Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond

Art Nouveau Style Handcrafted Enamel Turquoise Yellow Gold Drop Horses Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
or White Gold. These Earrings have Natural Turquoise and Enamel. These Earrings are inspired by Art
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Stud Earrings

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Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Larter & Son Art Nouveau Enamel Pearl 14 Karat Gold Antique Pansy Pendant Brooch
By Larter & Sons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional pansy flower painted with enamel Opaque white, blue, yellow, and maroon
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Brooches

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

Art Nouveau Pink Enamel Flower Pearl Necklace 14 Karat Gold Pendant Or Brooch
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT NECKLACE WITH A BEAUTIFUL PINK AND CREAM ENAMEL
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

Vintage 14 Karat Gold Art Nouveau Enamel Portrait Mesh Bracelet with Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
vintage Art Nouveau enamel portrait mounted on 18 karat yellow gold. The portrait features a green
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Antique 1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Link Bracelets

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Style Mediterranean Red Coral Enamel Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold but we can make them also in 14K and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Stud Earrings

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Coral, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau 1905 Edwardian Enameled Purple Flower Brooch 14Kt Gold with Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back in the 1901-1910. This beautiful pin brooch has
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Style Mediterranean Red Coral Enamel Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. These Earrings are made of 9K Yellow Gold but we can make them also in 14K and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Stud Earrings

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Coral, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1.75 Carat Zircon Plique a Jour Enamel Art Nouveau Ring Magnificent Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
enamel. Undoubtedly, plique-à-jour was a critical innovation in developing the Art Nouveau aesthetic in
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

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Zircon, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel, Gold

1890 Art Nouveau 14K Yellow Gold Krementz Iris with Pearl Broach
Located in Lexington, KY
- 14k Yellow Gold - Krementz Iris - Seed Pearl - 1890 Art Nouveau This is a stunning Krementz
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Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Pearl, 14k Gold

Edwardian 1900 Art Nouveau Enameled Orchid Pendant Brooch In 14Kt Gold & Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back between the 1900-1910. This
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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Art Nouveau Enamel 14k For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate art nouveau enamel 14k for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and Enamel. Our collection of these items for sale includes 260 vintage editions and 10 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect art nouveau enamel 14k may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating an art nouveau enamel 14k has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Krementz & Co, Luigi Ferrara and A. J. Hedges & Co. are consistently popular. An art nouveau enamel 14k can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 82 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old mine cut and old european cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for an art nouveau enamel 14k, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Art Nouveau Enamel 14k?

The price for an art nouveau enamel 14k starts at $250 and tops out at $49,500 with these brooches, on average, selling for $1,775.

A Close Look at art-nouveau Jewelry

Art Nouveau — generally considered to have begun in the late 1800s and ended with the start of World War I — was a movement in the decorative arts that drew inspiration from natural forms, such as trees, flowers and, of course, the human figure. The three main themes present in Art Nouveau jewelry and watches were flora, fauna and women.

Art Nouveau, which reached its pinnacle in the year 1900, spawned from artists who rejected the historicism of their predecessors to create an entirely new visual vocabulary. As compared to Art Deco jewelry’s geometric patterns and sharp lines, the extravagant style of antique Art Nouveau jewelry is characterized by curvilinear forms and whiplash lines, vibrant materials and dramatic imagery.

The first art and design movement of the 20th century, Art Nouveau was also a reaction against the Industrial Revolution, and took its inspiration from the theories of the Symbolists, the art of the Pre-Raphaelites, the ideas of John Ruskin and his follower William Morris and, most importantly Japanese crafts. (The country was a fertile ground for inspiration after it was opened to the West in 1854.) The Art Nouveau style touched all manners of the arts, including the most exultant jewelry.

Nature was a favorite muse for artists going back to the 18th and 19th centuries, but in the hands of 20th-century artists, it was depicted in new ways. For example, a withering flower was considered just as beautiful as one in full bloom. Winged creatures, such as insects and birds, were also a popular subject. Dragonflies and butterflies were particular favorites because they morphed so dramatically in different life stages.

This was also a reference to women, whose role in society was evolving. It was not uncommon to see a piece of jewelry that would at once reference a woman as a winged creature (think René Lalique’s famous Dragonfly brooch, circa 1897–98, at the Gulbenkian Collection in Lisbon). However, just as women’s roles were ambiguous, so was their image, as the femmes nouvelle were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized.

In addition to Lalique, vital figures in Art Nouveau jewelry included Louis Comfort Tiffany in the United States, Vladimir Soloviev, who designed jewelry for Peter Carl Fabergé in Russia, Fuset Grau of Spain, Karl Rothmuller of Germany and Philippe Wolfers of Belgium.

Art Nouveau jewelers used every “canvas” imaginable, looking beyond brooches and necklaces to belt buckles, fans, tiaras, dog collars (a type of choker necklace), pocket watches, corsages and hair combs. Multicolored gems and enamel could complete this vision better than diamonds. Jewelers also favored pearls, particularly baroque pearls, for their large size and irregular shape. However, opal was the most popular stone — its iridescence harmonized perfectly with the enamel, and it could be carved into any shape. Art Nouveau jewelry was primarily set in yellow gold.

Find a range of antique Art Nouveau jewelry today on 1stDibs.