Renowned for intricate and sophisticated jewelry, the Victor Mayer company has created personal adornments of the highest quality for over a century. Using complex guilloche and enamel techniques, the German manufacturer is known for its hoop earrings, pendants and cufflinks, while its authentic Victor Mayer Fabergé egg pendants, featuring delicate embellishments and exquisite enameling, have been especially popular with generations of connoisseurs.
Aftering studying at the Grand Ducal School of Arts and Crafts in Weimar, Germany, and training for three years in Vienna, Victor Mayer opened his jewelry business in 1890, in Pforzheim, Germany. His craftsmanship rapidly gained renown across Europe.
Ever mindful of evolving tastes, the company underwent three major style changes in Mayer’s lifetime, beginning with a focus on the Belle Époque of the late 19th century. It later adapted when Mayer saw that Art Nouveau was taking off around the world. The company remained operational during the first World War, and then once again adjusted its style to match the rising influence of Art Deco.
World War II shut down the Victor Mayer company, as jewelry was considered a non-essential wartime industry. After the war ended, the company slowly reopened and experienced a slight uptick in business.
Mayer died in 1946. His son, Oscar, and businessman Edmund Mohr managed the company together until the 1960s. Under Mohr and Mayer, it became a leader in producing fine accessories for gentlemen, while continuing to create jewelry for women.
In the 1960s, Mayer’s son, Hubert, and Mohr’s son, Herbert, succeeded their fathers. The duo steered the company in a new — but classic — creative direction. While in art school, Mohr had absorbed all he could regarding the artistic patronage of the Tsars. In the 1980s, he designed the company’s Esprit de Fabergé collection, which was modeled after the exuberant style of the master Fabergé crafters.
In 1989, the long-dormant House of Fabergé appointed the Victor Mayer company to be its workmaster until 2009. During this time, the company not only grew its customer base throughout Europe, Southeast Asia and North America, it revived the Fabergé jewelry line.
In 2005, Mohr retired, and his son, Marcus, took over the company’s management. Under his leadership, the Victor Mayer jewelry company continues to thrive and produce incomparable works of timeless elegance.
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Victor Mayer Round Signet Ring Blue Layered Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 10 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Round Signet Ring Blue Layered Onyx (So-Called Nicolo) 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 10 mm About signet rings: Signet rings have a tradition that goes back to antiquity. Ou...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold @ Sterling Silver Unisex Signet Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
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Men’s 18K Yellow Gold Natural Sapphire Signet Ring
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
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Sapphire, Yellow Gold
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Diamond Signet Ring, 18K gold
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
Our Diamond Disk Signet Ring, is designed to fit comfortably on your pinky finger and will become your new staple piece. It is set with natural diamonds that look like glitter, in 18Karat Yellow Gold. All of our orders are delivered in a black velvet box, a Certificate of Authenticity stating the piece's materials and characteristics, along with a gifting bag and branded satin ribbon. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Diamonds, with approximate total carat weight 0.10cts (Color G, Clarity SI). Diameter of diamond disk is 7mm. This piece is handmade to order. Please allow up to 2 weeks for production. If you need help...
Diamond, 18k Gold
David Yurman Green Onyx Intaglio Octagon 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size 10
By David Yurman
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: David Yurman Style: Green Onyx Intaglio Octagon Ring Material: 18k yellow gold Hallmarks: DY 750 Gemstones: Natural green onyx with intaglio carving Design: Octagonal sta...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold Black Onyx Signet Ring
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
This David Yurman signet ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold and centered with a polished cushion-shaped black onyx cabochon. The substantial setting frames the stone with stepped con...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.40 Carat Round Cut Diamond Three-Stone 18K Yellow Gold Signet Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
The ring is 18K Yellow Gold The 3 Diamonds are Round Cut The Center stone is a Round Brilliant Cut 1.00 Carats K I1 The 2 Side stones are European Cut 0.40 Carats F/G VS All 3 diamon...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Antique Intaglio Love Signet Ring
By Seal & Scribe
Located in San Diego, CA
18k Yellow Gold Antique Intaglio Love Signet Ring MAKER: Seal & Scribe CIRCA: c. 2023 STYLE: Contemporary METAL: 18K Yellow Gold STONES: Rhod...
Rhodolite, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Antique Intaglio Signet Ring with Diamonds
By Seal & Scribe
Located in San Diego, CA
18k Yellow Gold Antique Intaglio Signet Ring MAKER: Seal & Scribe CIRCA: c. 2026 STYLE: Contemporary METAL: 18K Yellow Gold STONES: Diamonds CONDITION: New HALLMARKS: Maker ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lois D. Sasson Design 18k Yellow Gold Men's Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with this distinguished men's signet ring, expertly crafted in luxurious 18k yellow gold. Its sleek and timeless design features a cushion-shaped top, exuding an a...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1953 Signet Men Ring natural 4.5ct Onyx solid 18K Gold Ø 10.5 US / 5 gr
Located in SE
ϟiignet Ring for Men in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with natural black Onyx stone stone rectangular cut and polished 15.5 x 11,5 mm x 2.4 mm mm deep/ about 4.5 ct . Crown part is...
Onyx, 18k Gold
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14K Yellow Gold Round Signet Ring
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
Add this precious 14K gold Round Signet ring to your look! 14K Gold Ring size 7 Gift Box Included! Ships within 1-2 business days Certificate of Authenticity - Joelle...
Yellow Gold
English 18k Gold Signet Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
a 1906, 18k, Sheffield, England. This classic signet ring is set with a fine intaglio-cut carnelian seal decorated with the winged figure of Nike. Meticulously made and featuring a ...
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold