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Item Ships From: Europe
Metal: 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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

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

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

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

Panther Emeralds Malachite Black Enamel 925 Silver Cufflinks
Located in Milano, IT
Silver 925 panther cufflinks embellished by emeralds on his eyes and a half sphere in malachite , ears with black enamel. All AVGVSTA jewelry is new...
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2010s Italian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Malachite, Emerald, Enamel, Silver

Alex Jona Blue Red Enamel Sterling Silver Octagonal Cufflinks
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, octagonal-shaped 925/°°° sterling silver cufflinks with blue and white enamel. Marked JONA. Alex Jona cufflinks stand out, not on...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Blue White Enamel Rectangular Cufflinks
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated Sterling Silver rectangular cufflinks with blue and white enamel. These cufflinks feature a T-Bar fastening, aiding...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Blue Green Black Enamel Cufflinks
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated Sterling Silver cufflinks with blue, green and black enamel. These cufflinks feature a T-Bar fastening, aiding in e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Enamel, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Blue Enamel Cufflinks
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated Sterling Silver cufflinks with blue enamel. These cufflinks feature a T-Bar fastening, aiding in easy use and confi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Blue Enamel Cufflinks
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 925/°°° sterling silver blue enamel cufflinks (diameter: 0.54"- 14mm). Alex Jona cufflinks s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Alex Jona Blue and Green Enamel Sterling Silver Cufflinks
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver cufflinks with blue and green enamel. Alex Jona cufflinks stand out, not only for their special design and for th...
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2010s Italian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Alex Jona Blue Enamel Sterling Silver Cufflinks
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver cufflinks with light blue enamel. Dimensions: Large button 0.54inch-13mm diameter - Small button 0.43 inch-11mm di...
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2010s Italian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Stickpin Silver and Enamel
Located in Orimattila, FI
Stickpin Silver and Enamel. Stamp 813H. Finnish Silver Stamp. So the needle is done between 1895-1972 813H=1895-1972 Nicely darkened, I haven't polished it. Is there a Lawyer or a J...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Exclusive And Iconic Scarab Brooch in 18 Karat Rose Gold, Enamel and Ebony Wood
Located in Paris, FR
Eva Soussana and her partner the "Atelier Franck Mico", are proud to introduce to you the "Hercules" Scarab, an exclusive and iconic piece created by Eva Soussana and Franck Mico, ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Enamel Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Bangle, Bracelet, as Lion Heads, 18k Gold with Enamel
Located in Berlin, DE
High quality bangle. 18k gold, finest goldsmith and enemal work. Set with four small emeralds (as lion eyes). In the style of Ilias Lalaounis. In two place...
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20th Century Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Blue Enamel Custom Made Initial Cufflinks
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated Sterling Silver cufflinks with custom made to order Initials with blue enamel or other color. These cufflinks featu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Hermès Enamel Printed Bracelet Thalassa Boats See Ghw Size GM 70
Located in FR
Beautiful Authentic Hermès Bracelet Print: "Thalassa" Pattern: Boats Made in Austria + I Made of enamel and yellow gold plated hardware ...
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Early 2000s Austrian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Enamel watch diamond 18 k attractive fob watch blue enamel
Located in London, GB
Enamel Blue diamond 18 k attractive fob watch. Beautiful watch is in very good condition. All quality bleu enamel on 18 k case and bezel and the dial in two tones. Attractive dial i...
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1890s European Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Eighteen Karat Gold GRS Certified No Heat Padparadscha Sapphire Enamel Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
The weight of this contemporary Magnolia Flower enamel ring is approximately 8.5 grams. It is made of 18-karat white gold and features a GRS certified no-heat Padparadscha pastel pin...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold,...

Vintage 24k Gold plated Ligne 2 ST Dupont Lighter fire-brown Lacquer 1990s
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage Authentic 24k Gold plated Ligne 2 ST Dupont Lighter in fire-brown Lacquer 1990s The iconic S.T. Dupont name is known for quality, well-made cigarette lighters and other luxury implements. The company’s origin can be traced to Simon Tissot-Dupont opening his workshop shop in Paris in 1872 after his previous one burned down. The production of lighters started in 1941 with their first petrol lighter. Over time, S.T. Dupont became famous for manufacturing the world's most complicated and sophisticated luxury lighters...
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1990s French Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Enamel

Antique Crescent and Shamrock Brooch, Pearl and Red Enamel, 15k Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
This Sweet antique crescent and shamrock brooch is so amazingly beautiful. A scarce and unusual piece it is a delicate and dainty piece with a beautif...
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Late 19th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Enamel and Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a truly beautiful early Art Nouveau necklace. This antique piece has been crafted from 15ct gold with a rounded natural pearl at the centre playing host a knife edge bar...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier 18kt gold, silver, and enamel gem set Native American chief brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
Cartier Late Art Deco 18kt gold, silver, and enamel gem set Native American chief brooch. Made in France, Paris, Circa 1938 Black, beige, and red enamel, headdress with rose-cut diam...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Lapis Lazuli, Enamel and Diamond Earrings
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Vintage vintage earrings with fire enamel 2x Brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.06ct. and 2x cabochon cut lapis lazuli Omega clasp 18kt Yellow Gold 4.56 grams Measures: 2.0cm lon...
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1950s European Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

A laughing one and playing cat brooch with rhinestone collar, enameled, 1930/40
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A laughing one and playing with a ball black and white cat brooch . She is wearing a rhinestone collar and blinks with the green rhinestone eye. A fun brooch for cat lovers! Dimens...
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1930s American Artist Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Vintage Norwegian Silver and Enamel Bracelet Made in 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
This bracelet is crafted with a series of leaf-shaped links, each featuring detailed, realistic engravings that mimic the intricate veins and contours of leaves. The leaves are made ...
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1950s Norwegian Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique English 18K Gold Memorial Ring from 1831 with Pearls and Black Enamel
By William Eaton
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An exquisite relic of the past, this antique 18K gold memorial ring from 1831 with pearls and black enamel is a testament to the elegance and sentimentality of bygone eras. Crafted w...
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Early 19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique French Turquoise Enamel and 18K Gold Forget Me Not Flower Earrings
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A pair of 18 karat yellow gold and turquoise enamel forget-me-nots drop earrings. Adorn yourself with these amiable antique turquoise enamel and gold flower earrings. Crafted from ...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Arman Suciyan Blue Sapphire and Rhodolite Silver and Enamel Ring
Located in Paris, IDF
“Horizon Traveller spirirts Burst” Rhodolite and Blue Sapphire Ring by Arman Suciyan at Second Petale Gallery. "The main heroine of my Odyssey collection is a female goddess who tra...
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Hermès Enamel Bracelet Elephants Grazing Narrow Red New Phw Size GM 70
Located in FR
Super Cute Authentic Hermès Bracelet Print: Elephants Grazing Hard to find ! One of the most thought after Hermès Bracelet Made in Austria + J Made of printed enamel and new pall...
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Early 2000s Austrian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Palladium, Enamel

Diamond, Ruby, Black Enamel Elephant Heads Bangle Bracelet (First quarter 20thC)
Located in OVIEDO, AS
DIAMOND, RUBY, BLACK ENAMEL ELEPHANT HEADS BANGLE BRACELET (First quarter 20th Century) Jungle style jewels that capture the attention of Master Jewelers since antiquity and continue...
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1920s European Anglo-Indian Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau White Diamond Ruby Turquoise Coral Pearl Enamel Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, ...

Fred Elephant Brooch in 18 Carat Yellow Gold Ruby Enamel
Located in Paris, FR
FRED Brooch in 18 kt 750/000 yellow gold representing an elephant in profile with its trunk raised. The legs are highlighted with black enamel and the eye ...
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1980s French Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Leopard Design Earrings 18kt Yellow Gold with Diamonds and Enamel
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
Leopard Design Earrings in 18kt Yellow Gold with Diamonds and Enamel are a beautiful and luxurious piece of jewelry. These earrings are crafted from 18kt yellow gold, which is know...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Artisan Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Berca Grey Enameled Hand Engraved Rose Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Ring
Located in Valenza, IT
One-of-a-kind, Contemporary, Chic yet Timeless Cocktail Ring Featuring an iridescent Grey Hand Enameled Leaf (0.850x0.850in) in a beautifully Handcrafted Hand Engraved Solid Rose Gol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver, Enamel

A pair of the Order of the British Empire silver gilt and red enamel cufflinks
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage pair of the Order of the British Empire silver gilt and red enamel cufflinks with the inscription ' For God and Empire '. Made in England, Birmingham, 1995 Makers Mark: Toy...
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1990s British Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique Mourning signet ring, initial DD, black enamel and 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Victorian era mourning ring. This is an initial style signet ring with an applied gold monogram of the initials DD, set on a rich black enamel panel and set...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Long Bar Leaf Shining Crystals White Pearls Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Long Bar Leaf Shining Crystals White Pearls Brooch, Gold Tone Renowned for its timeless elegant designs, Christian Dior presents this brooch. Crafted fr...
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1980s German Baroque Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Victorian Pearl and Enamel Star Mourning Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful mourning ring from the mid Victorian era. The head of the ring showcases an 8 pointed star which has been expertly enamelled and plays host to a centralised claw ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl, Enamel

Victorian Pearl and Diamond 'In Memory of' Mourning Ring
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite mourning ring from the mid Victorian era. The ring plays host to a central natural pearl surrounded by 6 rose cut diamonds. The ring has been very well preserved...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Enamel

Victorian Pearl Diamond and Green Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely 18ct yellow gold Victorian pendant. The pendant is in a foliate style and features green enamelled leaves and natural pearls which play the role of the fruit. The p...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel Mourning Locket Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderfully hand made yellow gold Victorian mourning ring. The ring is set with a central rose cut diamond in a cut collet setting and is surrounded by four original natura...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Pearl and Enamel 'Forget Me Not' Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct yellow gold pearl cluster ring. The ring features a forget me not motif set with natural seed pearls with a border of black enamel. The pearls represent the ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Georgian 1770s Enamel and Hair Miniature Mourning Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct yellow gold Georgian mourning ring. The face of the ring features a wonderful hair work urn which sits underneath a willow tree and is set on an ivory plaque...
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1770s Georgian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Hermès Vintage Enamel and Yellow Gold Hardware Clic Clac Bracelet Dolphins Sea
Located in FR
Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Bracelet Pattern: Dolphins in the See Stamp B (1998) This vintage Clic Clac Version is hard to find. A true collector item ! Made of Printed Enamel and Yellow Gold Plated Hardware Colorways: Blue (Sky), Green (Sea), Grey (Dolphins), White (Waves), Golden (Hardware) "HERMES" and hallmark engraved inside Size: MEDIUM Measurements: - Inner Circumference is 16 cm (6,3 inches) - Width is 2 cm (0,79 inch) - The diameter is 5.6 cm in the direction of the length and 4.6 cm in the direction of the height (2,2 / 1,81 inches) / Makes an average diameter of 5.095 cm (2,01 inches) Condition: Very Good. Enamel in mint condition (no scratch, no loss). Original shape, no structural issue. Clasp perfectly works. Scraches on the hardware, but can be worn as it. Will come in its original Hermès Round...
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1990s French Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Victorian 1850s 'In Memory Of' Enamel Mourning Band Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct yellow gold mourning ring from the early Victorian era. The ring has been set with a central cabochon black cats eye tourmaline and the band of the ring feat...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Tourmaline, 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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