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Metal: Enamel
Style: Victorian
Vintage 14K Gold Certified 3.48 Burma No-Heat Sapphire Enamel Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Vintage bangle bracelet finely crafted in 14 Karat Gold featuring an exquisite Royal blue enamel finish and a mix of blue and yellow sapphires. One center oval blue sapphire weighs 3...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Victorian Enamel Jewelry

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

Victorian Whitby Jet Lorgnette Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Victorian matt black Whitby Jet lorgnette bead necklace. Composed of small round hand knotted beads, six large elongated kite shape beads flanked by round beads of woven matt Whitby ...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Antique 18ct Gold & Blue Enamel Victorian Belt Buckle Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Belt Buckle Locket 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Lovely, Victorian oval shaped locket. Features a beautiful, royal blue coloured enamel buckle/...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Enamel Hair Mourning Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Enamel Hair Mourning Ring. This amazing ring has pristine enameling and the hair is still intact inside the glass. It has flower designs o...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Egyptian Revival Multi-Gem Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Beaded Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a beaded multi-gem strand with scarab and bird motif stations Comprised of turquoise, carnelian, and lapis lazuli barrel beads Opaque light blue, medium blue, and transl...
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1880s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Carnelian, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...

Early Victorian Enamel Glazed Locket Front Mourning 18 Carat Gold Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Beautiful mourning ring with highly decorative shoulders. This particular ring holds a lovely enamel face with the words 'In Memory Of' which surround a glazed panel...
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1840s British Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

1890 Victorian Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Scarf Clip
Located in Lexington, KY
This lovely scarf pin from the 1890s Victorian era is absolutely gorgeous and features enamel and 18k yellow gold. The pin is in fantastic condition for its age visually and also wor...
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1890s American Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Gold, Rose Cut Diamond, and Enamel Pheasant Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An antique pheasant stickpin. In sterling silver, 14 & 10 karat golds, and enamel with rose cut diamonds. In the form of a fully alert pheasant standing upright with head held high...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, Enamel, Silver

Victorian 20.87 CTW Sapphire Diamond Enamel Silver 14 Karat Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring rectangular mixed-cut sapphires channel set in cross-formation Weighing approximately 20.24 carats total - ranging in color Transparent light grayish blue, light blue, and...
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1870s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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

Antique Masonic Freemasonry 14K Gold Amethyst Enamel Medal C 1876
Located in Firenze, IT
An exquisite example of Masonic jewellery art by Guild & Delano of Boston, C 1876, specialists in jewellery for Masons. This piece was made for the PM ...
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1870s American Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Enamel and Pearl Cross and Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely Victorian enamel and pearl cross pendant necklace. The front of the pendant features a pearl set cross with light blue en...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Pearl Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Locket Antique Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a puffed heart-shaped form with a grooved swirl fleur-de-lis motif pattern Featuring 1.0 to 3.0 mm round seed pearls bead set throughout pattern White to gray in body col...
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1870s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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

Victorian Enamel Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful pair of Victorian drop earrings. Each earring is beautifully decorated with a rope pattern and blue enamel and crafted in high carat gold with French wire fitting...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Gold, Enamel

Victorian Horse and Jockey Diamond Stick Pin
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 9ct yellow gold and silver stick pin. The head of the pin features an enamel jockey riding a horse which has been set with rose cut diamonds with ruby eyes. The d...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique Diamond Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold and Silver Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 0.55 carat diamond, pearl and enamel, 12 karat yellow gold and silver set necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique antique pendant has been crafted in 12k yellow gold and silver. The pierced decorated pendant has a central floriated design, embellished with hand painted enamel decoration; a single pearl ornaments...
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver, Enamel

Victorian Diamond Pearl Guilloche Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian Diamond Pearl Guilloche Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Pendant. Featuring 12 old mine cut and two rose cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 1.00 carat, graded near-colorless, SI-I. Accented by one cream colored button pearl measuring 5.12 x 5.13mm and one cream-colored drop pearl measuring 4.50 x 5.27mm. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with royal blue guilloche enamel accents. Vintage Italian 18 karat yellow gold chain included. Circa 1880. The pendant measures 1 ⅜ inches in length. Vintage Italian 18 karat gold chain...
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1880s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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

Antique Diamond Chick bangle, Ruby, Pearl and White Enamel, 12k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
Words simply cannot express how wonderful this piece is, an antique Diamond Chick bangle hailing from the late Victorian era. Such a rare piece to fin...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Enamel & Diamond Locket Brooch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique Enamel Brooch from the Victorian Period, wrapped in 10k Gold featuring seven (7) 2mm round rose cut diamonds and one (1) 4mm oval rose cut diamond. The diamonds are set in a f...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Ruby Locket Earrings Star Enamel 14k Yellow Gold 1.5" Drops
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant pair of antique Victorian star drop earrings (circa 1870s to 1880s) crafted in 14k yellow gold. Rich red rubies are estimated at 0.10 ...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Enamel and Diamond Star Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful antique pendant from the Victorian period. This piece has been crafted from 15ct yellow gold into a circular domed shape and expertly gulloché enamelled in a...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Rare Victorian Opal Diamond Enamel Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed Victorian Antique Opal, Diamond and Enamel Bangle Cuff Bracelet. Hand crafted in 18 Karat yellow Gold and set with opals, weighing appro...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Opal Rose Cut Diamond Black Enamel Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a stunning Victorian cocktail ring crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1890. It features opals, rose cut diamonds and black enamel. Weight: 7.49g Size: 17.25 (US 6.75) IMPORTANT: ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, Enamel

Victorian 14kt Gold Bangle Enamel Tracery "Wedding Bracelet" Set
Located in Narberth, PA
Victorian wedding bracelets are derived from a centuries old tradition! Bridal and wedding customs have evolved through the ages, but typically involved sentimental gifts with attach...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

Giuliano Mini Brooch Set
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful pair of antique brooches from Carlo Giuliano. The first showcases a quatrefoil motif enamelled in white and blue with a silver set old cut diamond at the ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

Victorian Etruscan Earrings in Yellow Gold
Located in BALMAIN, NSW
Victorian pair of wire earrings. Made of 10K yellow gold, the earrings are approx 3cm in length and are beautifully accented with black enamel leafs and scrolls and small pearls. Etruscan Vintage...
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1850s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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

Enamel Faced Portrait of Athena Ring 14K
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This ring has a beautiful face of Athena a Roman goddess. This started life as a Stick pin but I couldn't help myself I had to turn this into a ring. The face is beautiful with a t...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond and Enamel Anchor Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an excellently hand crafted signet ring dating back to the Victorian period. A deeply engraved depiction of an anchor dominates the centre the face with an array of rose...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 8.2 grams. Totally is diamond 1.60 ct. Totally lenght is chain 45 cm. Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Figural Girl with Diamond Bonnet Enameled Stick Pin
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A beautifully hand painted enamel figural stick pin. Depicting a bright smiling young girl with red scarf around her neck, and a ruby red bonnet. Acce...
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Early 20th Century Victorian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Diamond & Enamel Crowned Heart Marquise Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Marquise Ring 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1850 Fabulous, early Victorian ring. Beautiful marquise/navette shaped, decorated with gorgeous red & white enamel which is in perfe...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 18ct gold pearl and diamond necklace. The necklace features a circular face with a blue enamel background and a rose cut diamond set bouquet of flowers crafted in...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Antique Mourning bangle, Sterling silver and 9k gold, Blue enamel and hairwork
Located in NEWARK, GB
This unusual antique mourning bangle is so sweet and sentimental. It is an interesting and unusual design, the bangle designed in a typical aesthetic era manner in engraved sterling...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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9k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

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

Antique French Bresse Enamel Butterfly Chatelaine Mesh Coin Purse
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Rare very collectible antique Antique French silver tone with Bresse Enamel Butterfly chatelaine Mesh coin purse featuring applied filigree panela and e...
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1860s European Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Silver Plate, Enamel

Victorian Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bird Antique Fob Pendant Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as two matching fob pendants with cartouche-shaped forms centering painted enamel portraits Depicting birds with foliates perched atop a lady's ribboned hat on one side and ...
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1840s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Black Enamel Ornament Small Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a small Victorian cross pendant crafted in 14K gold. Circa 1900. It features nice ornaments made of black enamel filled with gold. Circa 1900 Weight: 1.74g Size: 3.5x1.8c...
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Early 20th Century Victorian Enamel Jewelry

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Gold, Enamel

Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Decorated Enamel Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 73 grams. Totally is diamond 3.21 ct. The diamond is has G-H-I color vs-s1-s2 clarity. Acid tested to be 14k real gold. Box is not included. Plea...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Biedermeier style demi-parure, gold enamel brooch and earrings, 1840-1850s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique demi-parure - Biedermeier style jewelry set Gold brooch and earrings with enamel and pearls The set dates back to the first half of the 19th century (around 1840-1850) - Ge...
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Mid-19th Century German Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Cultured Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Enamel Owl Brooch Blue Eyes & Natural Pearl Belly
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Owl Brooch 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Lovely Victorian Bar Brooch with a Cute Little Enamel Owl Perched To One Side. He Has Lovely Blu...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Natural Pearl, Gold, 15k 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 rose gold. 21 small pearls are set into the mount. One small 0.02 carat old rose ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Enamel Jewelry

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

Antique Swivel Mourning Brooch pendant, 15k gold and black enamel
Located in NEWARK, GB
This is truly one of the most spectacular and beautiful antique mourning brooches of its design. It is a large sized brooch and can also be worn as a pendant, it is designed in a kn...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

American 1860 Miniature Enameled Sword Jabot In 14Kt Yellow Gold & Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Miniature cavalry sword jabot-pin. Fabulous miniature cavalry sword, made up as a jabot-pin in America during the mid-nineteenth century century, circa 1860. The sword is similar to...
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1860s American High Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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

Round Pendant Locket - 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Guilloche Enamel Diameter 21.0 mm
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant locket 18k yellow gold with pale blue and dark blue vitreous guilloche enamel made with historic tools from the late 19th centur...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Enamel Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 14K Gold Locket with Floral Pearl and Enamel Decoration
Located in Venice, CA
Circa the 1870’s or 1880’s, this 14k gold Victorian locket features a pearl quatrefoil flower element as its centerpiece. The floral adornment consists of 11 pearls delineated by a t...
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1870s Unknown Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 18K gold black enamel pearl locket pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a magnificent French work, Victorian era 18K gold locket pendant. The front of the locket is adorned with a meticulously crafted black enamel cross, a symbol of faith, hope and benediction. Surrounding the cross are nine white half-pearls which are probably natural. One of the key highlights of this stunning piece is its remarkable condition. The black enamel, with its reserved and perfect antique finish, exhibits no signs of missing, or cracks, truly making it a rare find in such exceptional condition today. The pearls, with their enduring luster, create a captivating contrast against the warm golden hue of the 18K gold, adding softness and visual appeal to the locket. The locket has a glass window that divides it into two compartments. The door opens and closes seamlessly, allowing you to cherish and protect precious memories within. Whether you are a collector of antique lockets or someone who appreciates wearing a piece of history close to the heart, this antique photo locket...
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19th Century French High Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Enamel Sterling Silver Yellow Bird on Branch Lapel Pin Brooch
Located in North Attleboro, MA
This hand-crafted antique Victorian brooch was forged from sterling silver and features a sweet enameled yellow bird perched on a silver branch. During the Victorian era, bird watching and aviaries grew quite fashionable due to the work of ornithologist John James Audubon and his publishing of "Birds of America" in the mid-1800s. These trends led to an upswing of interest in bird-themed jewelry, Moreover, Victorians were fascinated with the secret language of love tokens, friendship gifts and mementos that could be discreetly communicated to lovers, friends and family. Birds often communicated love or fidelity. The bird and branch are set on a silver bar flanked with clover shapes, which symbolizes luck or protection for the wearer. The verso is stamped SILVER and the C-clasp is handmade. It's always exciting to find antique jewelry...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

1870s Gold and Enamel Star Pendant Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These pendant earrings in 14K gold, enamel and diamond were created in the 1870s, possibly in England. Each flexible multi-tiered form is designed as an oval top suspending an elonga...
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, Enamel

1890 Victorian Sterling Silver Enameled Buckle
Located in Lexington, KY
This stunning sterling silver and enamel buckle from the 1890 Victorian era is gorgeous. The enamel is in absolute incredible condition, especially for...
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1890s American Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Dew Drop Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Opalescent White Enamel Guilloche
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Dew Drop Collection, opalescent white vitreous enamel, guilloche, measurements app. 28.0 mm x 10.0 mm About the creator Victor Ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Enamel Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Dew Drop Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Purple Vitreous Enamel Guilloche
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Dew Drop Collection, translucent purple vitreous enamel, guilloche, measurements app. 28.0 mm x 10.0 mm About the creator Victor ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Enamel Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Diamond Pendant #15996
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This beautiful yellow gold pendant is accented with black enamel in a flower design with a center single cut diamond. The pendant has a shield like open design Stamped 14K 83 Diam...
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20th Century Victorian Enamel Jewelry

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

Antique Victorian Gold and Black Enamel 'In Memory Of' Mourning Locket
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A very charming antique Victorian rose and yellow gold mourning locket. This beautiful oval locket features an engraved front and back. The front is decorated with black enamel aroun...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Gold, 9k Gold, Base Metal, Enamel

14K Yellow Gold Victorian Enamel Tassel Slide Bracelet
Located in Westport, CT
An authentic 14K yellow gold Victorian enamel tassle bracelet. The gold-mesh bracelet ends off with multi-fringed tassel and is mounted with a crescent...
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Late 18th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Turquoise Blue Enamel, Gold, and Diamond Oval Locket Pendant
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian period enamel and diamond locket pendant featuring turquoise blue enamel on the front and back of the oval locket and on the bail, centering on an old European-c...
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1880s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Circa 1900s 9k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Enamel Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 20.9 grams. Totally is diamond 2.85 carat. The diamond is has G-H-I color and vs-s1-s2-s3 clarity. Dimention is brooch 6x4 cm. Acid tested to...
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Early 1900s Asian Late Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Enamel

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Pendant Blue Enamel Centre Star Set Natural Coral
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Turquoise Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1860 A Stunning, Victorian Piece. Beautiful, Turquoise Blue Enamel Centre, Set with Pretty, St...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Coral, Gold, Enamel

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Diamond and Enamel Bow Pendant / Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Bow Pendant 15ct Gold Tested Beautiful, round Victorian pendant. Features a diamond & pearl set laurel wreath with a fabulous, royal blue, enamel centre. Within the beauti...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Enamel Heart Nude Goddess Maiden Playing Harp Locket Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous antique gold filled Victorian - Art Nouveau locket pendant necklace which features a beautiful nude goddess maiden lady playin...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Gold-filled, Gilt Metal, 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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