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Metal: Enamel
Style: Victorian
Antique Silver Victorian Floral Enamel Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Silver Locket Silver- Tested Circa 1880 Lovely sized, Victorian oval shaped locket. Beautifully decorated with hand carved detailing ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Silver, Enamel

Antique Victorian 12k Yellow Gold Enamel Work Engraved Mourning Navette Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 12k Solid Slightly Rosy Yellow Gold Weight: 9.65 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size this ring. Please contact us prior to purchase for sizing inqu...
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1890s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Blue Enamel, Diamond, Ruby and Gold Snake Bangle, Circa 1860
Located in London, GB
A Victorian snake bangle, with royal blue guilloché enamel, set with old-cut diamonds, in a cluster in the head and a line down the neck, with cabochon-cut ruby eyes, gold teeth and ...
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1860s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Enamel

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian cabachon Garnet Memorial Ring with Black Enamel
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Mourning Ring 18ct Gold Hallmarked London 1844 Makers Mark S R Beautiful Victorian Mourning Ring. Set with Natural Seed Pearls & a Cabochon Foil Backed Gemstone- Poss...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Enamel Diamond & Emerald Floral Earrings
Located in San Francisco, CA
Era: Late Victorian (1870s-1890s) Metal: 18K yellow gold with 14K yellow gold hooks. The hooks were likely a later modification. Stones: Diamond Emerald Measurements: Length: 3...
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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Gold, Blue Enamel, and Gemstone Snake Necklace with Locket
Located in New York, NY
An antique early Victorian gold, enamel, and gemstone necklace designed as an intertwined serpent with a gold, blue enamel, and old mine diamond-set head with ruby eyes, suspending a...
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1840s Early Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian yellow gold ring with blue enamel and 0.9 ct old mine cut diamond
Located in PARIS, FR
18Kt (750°/°°) yellow gold ring set with an old mine cut diamond weighing approx. 0.9 carats, the ring is highlighted with night-blue enamel. French or English work from the second h...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Mid-19th Century Step Cut Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond Enamelled Cluster
Located in London, GB
This striking antique gold cluster ring dates to the mid-19th century. The ring is crafted in 18K gold with black enamel. In the centre rests a vibrant 0.44ct step cut emerald in an open-backed rubover setting. The stone is a wonderful vivid green colour and sits majestically within a halo of rose cut diamonds. The gaps in between the stones are accented with black enamel which contrasts the emerald beautifully. The open work shoulders form a lattice motif, which leads to a tapering, fluted shank. UK size N, US size 6.5 The ring weighs 4.87 grams and is stamped with a later ‘750’ mark to indicate 18K gold. The emerald is in great condition, it is securely set with no signs of surface damage - it display a great colour and clarity with natural inclusions. It measures 4mm in diameter. The rose cut diamonds measure 2mm across. The round bezel measures 13mm in diameter. The ring sits fairly flat on the finger to allow for frequent wear, and the emerald is open-backed which makes it easy to clean! A truly gorgeous and highly unusual antique emerald cluster ring.
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Mid-19th Century French Early Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Enamel

Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Black Enamel Band Ring
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian band ring crafted in 14K yellow gold. Circa 1870. The piece features blue and black enamel. Weight: 2.03g Size: 18.75 (US 8.75) ——— If you have any question...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Enamel, Diamond, Ruby & Pearl Dragonfly Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Dragonfly Necklace 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1870s This stunning pendant is a perfect example of Victorian elegance. Crafted from 15...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel

Victorian diamond and enamel memorial ring, English, circa 1862.
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond and enamel memorial ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine cut diamond in an open back grain setting with an approximate weight of 0.15 carats, to a shie...
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1860s European Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Painted Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Portrait Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a cushion-shaped form painted with enamel portrait of a young boy Depicted wearing colorful clothes with raised hand pointing up Opaque black, white, red, brown, pink, and...
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1860s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Biedermeier demi-parure, gold bracelet and brooch with garnets & enamel, 1850s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Beautiful gold demi-parure in the Biedermeier style with garnets, enamel and natural pearls The set is made of 0.585 gold A set of jewelry dating from the first half of the 19th ce...
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Mid-19th Century German Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Garnet, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Round Disk Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Pink Enamel Guilloche Gold Paillons
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Round disk pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Diskos Collection, translucent pink vitreous enamel, guilloche, gold paillons, diameter app. 15.0 mm About the creator Victor Mayer Vic...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Enamel Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1960s Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Diamonds Emeralds Portrait Medal Pendant
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
1960s Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Diamonds Emeralds Female Portrait Medal Pendant. High quality hand painted enamel. Amazing original pendant. A gorgeous design, it could be a special add...
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1960s Spanish Victorian Vintage Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Round Disk Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Enamel Guilloche Paillons
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant necklace with star 18k yellow gold, Diskos Collection, turquoise vitreous guilloche enamel with ornamental paillons in the shape of a six-rayed star, diame...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Enamel Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Round Disk Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Yellow Enamel Guilloche Paillons
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant necklace with star 18k yellow gold, Diskos Collection, yellow vitreous guilloche enamel with ornamental paillons in the shape of a six-rayed star, diameter...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Enamel Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Green Enamel and Pearl Heart pendant brooch, 9k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
This antique Green Enamel and Pearl Heart pendant brooch is simply divine. A beautifully designed piece it is crafted in 9ct yellow gold in a hear...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Blue Enamel and Diamond ring 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian Memories Beautiful Victorian period cruciform decorated with Royal Blue enamelling and Diamonds Hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold – 1890 ca Set with cushion shaped old mine ...
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1890s European Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Lilac Enamel Guilloche 13 Diamonds
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace with infinity symbol, 18k white gold, Victoria Collection, translucent lilac vitreous enamel, guilloche, paillons, 13 diamonds,...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Black Enamel & Pearl Long Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Enamel & Pearl Necklace 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Beautiful, hand made, long Victorian necklace. Features alternating black enamel & natural seed pearl links joined tog...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Blue Enamel and 9 Gold Band Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This antique mourning band has dark blue enamel all the way around and a small panel t the front which reads "AMK". Modelled in 9carat gold and fully hallmarked Birmingham 1865. Rin...
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1860s British Early Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Gold, Enamel

Round Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Giulloche Paillons
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant necklace with star 18k yellow gold, Diskos Collection, middle blue vitreous enamel with ornamental paillon in the shape o...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Enamel Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

14K Rose Gold 1890 Victorian Enamel Floral Motif w/ Diamond & Seed Pearls
Located in Lexington, KY
- 14K rose gold - .06 ct VS1 clarity G color Old Mine Cut diamond - 35 seed pearls - 4.37 grams - Victorian 1890 This is a gorgeous floral motif from the 1890 Victorian period an...
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1890s American Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Peridot Diamond Colourful Enamel Secret Space Bracelet
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an amazing Victorian hinged bangle bracelet crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1880. Has a secret compartment inside. Possibly for the love messages or a reminder of the love...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Peridot, Gold, Enamel

Polychrome Enamel 18K Gold Geometric Pendant Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1860s, these long antique pendant earrings are composed of 18K gold, enamel and split seed pearls. Each is designed as a navette-shaped top enclosing a hemisphere, sus...
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Mid-19th Century Early Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Moonstone Natural Pearl Enamel And Gold Lucky Clover Brooch, Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An antique lucky clover brooch, with a gold circle, edged with rope wirework, with white enamelled clover leaves, with a clover leaf in the centre, with a central natural pearl and t...
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Early 1900s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Moonstone, Natural Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Antique 18K Gold Diamond Rose Cut Pendant Necklace with Blue Enamel - c.1880
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stylish Victorian 18K gold antique pendant. (Please note, this listing is for the pendant only and does not include the antique belcher chain...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

14 Karat Yellow Gold Victorian Royal Kings Brown Enamel and Pearl Pin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.3 grams Enamel is in pristine condition which is quite rare for a piece of this age. It seems to not have been worn m...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 1.80 Ct. Diamond Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This stunning Victorian era rare locket, shows its preciousness by the exquisite Turquoise Robin Egg colour Robin Egg enamelling work complemented by old mine cut Diamonds, 1880 ca E...
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1880s European Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold

Round Diskos Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold White Guilloche Enamel 15.0 mm
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant 18k yellow gold, Diskos Collection, opalescent white vitreous guilloche enamel, diameter app. 15.0 mm About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is inter...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Enamel Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian diamond and enamel sash buckle, circa 1860.
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond and enamel sash buckle. Vibrant blue baisse taille enamelled border set with forty two rose cut diamonds in closed back grain settings with an approximate combined ...
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1860s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Enamel Pearl Diamond Gold Hair Locket Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful representative of antique Victorian era Mourning jewelry, this delicate 14k gold heart pendant is set with bright turquoise blue enamel, pe...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Victorian Earrings Emerald 16 Old Mine Cut Diamonds Blue Enamel 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous pair of Antique Victorian Earrings with Emerald, Old Mine Cut Diamonds and Royal Blue, White and Gold Enamel in 14 Karat Gold with a stunning open work motif. Th...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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

Enamel Bangle late 18 Century Sacred Midnight Blue with Yellow Gold and Diamonds
Located in Viena, Viena
a historical bangle from the late 18th century, when enamel jewelery was very fashionable and especially the sacred MIDNIGHT BLUE in combination with WHITE and glittering diamonds, a...
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1890s European Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian enamel bug brooch, Engish, circa 1890.
Located in London, GB
Antique enamel bug brooch. Set to centre with five round rose cut diamonds in closed back grain settings with an approximate combined weight of 0.05 carats,...
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1890s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French Antique Gold and Old Mine Diamond Cross Pendant with Enamel Accents
Located in New York, NY
An antique mid-19th century gold and diamond cross pendant, the openwork cross set with old mine-cut diamonds and accented with black enamel and scrolled terminals, suspending from a...
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1860s French Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Guiliano Rock Crystal Enamel Natural Pearl Locket Pendant c.1870
Located in Stamford, CT
This rock crystal natural pearl and delicate enamel locket is a rare piece of jewelry history made by one of the most world renown and accomplished jewelers, Carlo Guiliano. It is a ...
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1870s English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Gilt Silver & Enamel Decorated Openwork Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Antique cross pendant features an open work stylized floral design decorated with black and white enamel suspended from the original link chain. This piece is signed I...
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1880s American Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Silver, Enamel

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Dangle Day/Night Earrings 18 Karat Gold Rare
Located in New York, NY
This is very rare pair of early Rose Cut Diamond Antique Georgian - Victorian Dangle Drop Day Night Earrings in 18 Karat Gold with Enamel adornment. These antique earrings are of the highest quality. They have extraordinary design with three articulated sections. The earrings are Day Night earrings meaning that the lower portion is made to be removable so that you may wear only the top portion if desired. The earrings are Spanish gold work from the early to mid 19th Century, circa 1800 - 1850. The exquisite gold work is characteristic of the superb Spanish jewelers of the 18th and 19th century who created very special jewels with eternal appeal. Finding early earrings with an abundance of rose...
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19th Century Spanish Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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

Antique Early Victorian Blue Enamel and Table Cut Diamond Snake Ring
Located in Hummelstown, PA
he serpent was a beautiful Victorian era symbol of everlasting love and devotion. This delightful early Victorian snake is crowned with a rare golden brown table-cut diamond. Rendere...
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1850s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Enamel

Antique 18K Gold Black Enamel and Onyx Brooch
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique 18 karat gold and enamel round brooch is created with black onyx and set with a seed pearl in the center. The border of the brooch is decorated with black enamel and a g...
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Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Onyx, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Blue Enamel and 9 Gold 'REGARD' Band Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This antique band has dark blue enamel all the way around. The stones in the cluster at the front of the ring spells "REGARD'. Ruby, Emerald,Garnet, Amethyst, Ruby and Diamond. At th...
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1860s British Early Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Enamel

Antique Enameled Gold Hand with Heart Shaped Natural Emerald Dangle - Pendant
Located in Danvers, MA
This is a one-of-a-kind pendant charm that was converted from an antique stickpin that had been damaged. Now it may be enjoyed worn on a chain, with the heart shaped natural emerald...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Emerald, Gold, Enamel

Antique Diamond & Blue Guilloche Enamel Gold Heart Brooch Pin
Located in Danvers, MA
This elegant and sizable Victorian enamel Heart with rose cut diamond flowers is currently a brooch with watch pin but would also be stunning w...
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, Enamel

HAR 1950s BezelSet&PaveCrystal Enameled CastSilver Flowers&Hearts Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
With the mid-century hallmarks of handcrafted costume jewelry by New-York-City-based Hargo Creations but without the post-copyright signature (HAR), this early clamper cuff bracelet ...
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Mid-20th Century American Victorian Enamel Jewelry

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Crystal, Gold, Base Metal, Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Antique Seed Pearl Infinity Pendant Locket
Located in New York, NY
Dating from the 1880s, this antique Victorian pendant locket with seed pearls and enamel is set in bloomed 18K gold. Suspended from a tapering...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 2.50ct Diamond Pendant Crescent Moon Enamel 14k Star Celestial
Located in Torrance, CA
Elaborate antique Victorian diamond crescent moon pendant (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Old rose cut diamon...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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

Victorian Etruscan 15 Karat Gold Blue Enamel Pearl Star Motif Locket Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian Etruscan Revival locket pin brooch crafted in 15K yellow gold. The piece has an eight pointed royal blue enamel work star. Bead set in the center is a round nat...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel

Late 19th C Enamel Miniature Pendant Necklace of Cupid and Psyche with Locket
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Measuring 3" long, this romantic mid-19th century pendant has been masterfully hand fabricated in 18k gold with a soft bloomed finish. The pendant feature...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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

Victorian Frog Motif Demantoid Garnet, Diamond, & Blue Enamel Ring
Located in Boston, MA
A victorian period ring centered by demantoid garnet set frog atop a bed of rich blue enamel. The frog adorned with 33 old mine cut demantoid garnets; and a pair of old mine cut dia...
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1880s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Garnet, Enamel

Victorian 15k Enamel Urn Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
A breathtaking pair of earrings from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 15kt yellow gold, these earrings begin with a simple earring wire atop a round surmount. Each 3-dimension...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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15k Gold, Enamel

Antique 18k Gold Mourning Locket, Black Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautiful antique 18kt gold Mourning locket is really a very special and sentimental piece. Rich aged 18kt gold with a raised repousse cross...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Blue Enamel Torpedo 14K Earrings
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Classic blue enamel Victorian torpedo earrings set in 14K yellow gold. Fabulous faceted gold torpedo center, has movement and swing...
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Enamel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Striking Antique Necklace A particularly pretty antique necklace from the 19th century that is very wearable for many occasions,day night, with a detachable pendant for drama and imp...
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Cameo Baccante Follower of Dyonisus Sardonyx Gold Guilloché Enamel
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This sardonyx cameo of a bacchante, in Greek mythology a follower of Dyonisos, is monted in a gold brooch decorated with a guilloché enamelled frame...
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1850s English Early Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 22K Gold 18th Century French Enamel Pin Brooch Locket Pendant
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 22K Yellow Gold Length: 2.00 Inches Width: 1.00 Inches Weight: 19.35 grams Handmade 22K yellow gold, 18th century victorian...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Victorian Enamel Jewelry

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22k Gold, Enamel

Antique Old Original 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Turquoise And Enamel Earring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 10.4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.20 ct. The diamond is has H color and s1-s2 clarity. Please contact for any questions.
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k 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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