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Metal: Enamel
Gold & Enamel Benzie Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club Burgee/Roosevelt Flag Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine gold and enamel yacht club pin. In 9ct yellow gold. In the form of The Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club burgee and the private signal of George E. Roosevelt and John K. Roos...
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1970s British Modern Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Yellow Gold Diamond Enamel Highly Detailed Textured Alligator Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Single & Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice White Color - 0.30ctw (approx.) (1) Red Stone - Round Cabochon Cut - Vivid Red Color ...
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20th Century Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Trifari Blue Moonstone, Ruby and Enamel Deco Bracelet, Alfred Phillipe
Located in New York, NY
Rare and collectible Trifari Blue Moonstone Ruby and Enamel Deco Bracelet by Alfred Phillipe. 2 rows of oval faux blue moonstones are accented with enamel...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Rhodium, 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, ...

TIFFANY SCHLUMBERGER Red Enamel Lozenge Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold and red enamel braclelet, Tiffany & Co., Schlumberger. Designed with red paillonné enamel in a lattice motif accented by lozenge-shaped studs, signed Tiffany...
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1960s French Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Oscar de la Renta Runway Necklace Flowers Black Enamel Haute Couture Monumental
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS AN EXTRAORDINARY ORIGINAL OSCAR DE LA RENTA HAUTE COUTURE RUNWAY NECKLACE OF SUPERB QUALITY STYLE AND IMPACT! THE NECKLACE HAS A DRAMATIC THREE DIMENSIONAL FLOWER MOTIF DES...
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20th Century American Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gilt Metal, Enamel

Masriera Diamond Sapphire Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sweet and stylish piece by Barcelona based designer Masriera. Known for their Art Nouveau style, this piece is no exception with the lovely bright yellow gold mixed with the blue s...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Fabergé Heritage Rose Gold Pink Guilloché Enamel Egg Charm 701EC1449
Located in Wilmington, DE
Fabergé Heritage Rose Gold Pink Guilloché Enamel Egg Charm. 18k rose gold 15 round white diamonds 0.08cts (G VS+) egg size 14mm 701EC1449
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2010s Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Rose Gold, Enamel

HAGGAI Vintage 14k Turquoise, Diamond, and Enamel Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
An exquisite and substantial Vintage (ca1960s) ring from jewelry designer Haggai! Crafted in 14k yellow gold, the center of the ring features a large turquoise cabochon held within a...
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1960s Retro Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Heart Hoop Earring White Diamond Black Enamel Victorian Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Heart Black Enamel 18 K Gold Plated Silver Hoop Earrings Victorian Style Designer: J Dauphin White Diamond Heart Black Enamel 18K Gold...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Victorian 14K Gold Black Enamel and Diamond Bracelet
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold Victorian bracelet has a line of black enamel that comes to a point where it holds up a round brilliant cut diamond in a buttercup mount. The black enamel adds a sharp ...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Ruby Diamond and Enamel Cockatrice Brooch
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exquisite Victorian brooch. This 19th-century piece showcases a striking cockatrice motif, meticulously crafted with a combination of gold and silver. The cockatrice'...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau 14K Gold Matte Enamel Seed Pearl & Leaf Wreath Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful antique brooch/pin was crafted during the art nouveau era in solid 14k yellow gold and features a lovely leaf circle wreath design. The wreath is adorned with beautifu...
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1910s Art Nouveau Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

EDWARDIAN 1900-1905 Guilloche Green Enameled Chain In 14Kt Gold With Jade Beads
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian enameled chain with jade. Beautiful necklace chain, created during the Edwardian period, back in the 1905. This beautiful chain has been carefully crafted in solid yellow ...
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

Berca 2.05 Karat Ruby Red Hand Enameled Pomegranate Shaped Gold Cufflinks
Located in Valenza, IT
Unique, absolutely chic, Red Hand Enameled Pomegranate Shaped Cufflinks featuring 2.05 Carat Natural Ruby in a yellow gold setting, T-bar back. Since antiquity Pomegranates have symbolized fertility, beauty, power and eternal life. In our smart fitted whiskey leather...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel

Goshwara East-West Amethyst with Turquoise Enamel Ring
Located in New York, NY
East-West Amethyst Ring with Turquoise Enamel in 18K Yellow Gold, from 'Queen' Collection. The combination of enamel and Amethyst represents power, richness and passion of a true Que...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Enamel

Blue Enamel and 18k Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring Size 7 Weight : 3,5gr
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Circa 1890s Old Miner Diamond and Enamel Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Circa 1890s Old Miner Diamond and Enamel Engagement Ring - VEG#44a Item Details: Year: 1890S Ring Size: 7.25 Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.0 grams ...
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1890s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

14K Gold Artdeco Style Enameled Cocktail Ring with Sky Topaz and Citrine Stone
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
14K Gold Artdeco Style Enameled Cocktail Ring with 6-7.00 ct Sky Topaz and Citrine This ring was made with quality mate...
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2010s Turkish Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, Topaz, 14k Gold, Enamel

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Belt Motif Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The David Webb 18k yellow gold cuff bracelet is a stunning piece of jewelry that exemplifies the brand's signature craftsmanship and unique design. Fashioned as an anchor buckle, the...
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20th Century American Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Automatic Watch in Rose Gold, Enamel and Hand Decorated Micromosaic
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Vintage Christian Dior Gold Plated & Enamelled Lizard Brooch 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A delightful Vintage Dior Lizard Brooch. Crafted in gold plated metal and set with crystals and enamelling. The lizard is believed to be associated with pr...
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1980s Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

1960s Diamond and Enamel Bird Brooch Lapel Pin 18 Karat Gold
Located in Hicksville, NY
1960s Enamel, Diamond and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bird Brooch, Lapel Pin Features an Exquisitely coloured Enamel Bird sitting on an 18 Karat Gold Branch. This Colorful Bird has rich, E...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Flower Motif Locket Pendant Old Mine Diamond Pearlescent Enamel 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a museum quality antique locket pendant necklace in a magnificent raised flower motif design with Old Mine Cut Diamonds, Pearls and adorned with Pearlescent Enamel. The lock...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald, Black Enamel & Rose Cut Diamonds Stud Earrings
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very beautiful and special, one of a kind, Art Deco style, Emerald & Black Enamel Earrings set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Hexagon shaped Emerald is 5.4...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Enamel Three Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Enamel Three Stone Ring. This beautiful Victorian old mine diamond and enamel three stone ring is crafted in 18k yellow g...
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1880s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

1900 Nordic Necklace Gilt Silver Enamels /38.5 /10.5 gr
Located in SE
Old Norwegian Necklace in solid gilt sterling Silver with filigree decorations and Enamel works . Secure the original period push lock. Ca. late 19th - early 20th cent, marked 925, ...
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Early 20th Century Norwegian Art Nouveau Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Gold, Enamel

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold White Enamel Articulated Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Articulated white enamel and gold accented flexible bracelet by David Webb. Lustrous white enamel alternates with 18K yellow gold this bracelet is artfully decorated with gold accent...
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20th Century American Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Nouvelle Bague Enamel and Gold Ladies Ring A1963CLN
Located in Wilmington, DE
Nouvelle Bague Red Enamel and 18k Rose Gold Ring Size 6.5 A1963CLN
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2010s Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Silver and Enamel Necklace, Ramsden & Carr, 1904
Located in Glasgow, GB
An Edwardian Arts and Crafts sterling silver and enamel pendant necklace by Omar Ramsden & Alwyn Carr, featuring intertwined mythical sea creatures encircling a central blue and gree...
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Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

18 Karat Gold Pink Plique-A-Jour Enamel Rose Stud Earrings
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
This 18k gold rose pink enamel plique-a-jour earring studs is inspired by the pink city of India - Jaipur. This collection evokes the romantic charm of Jaipu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Gucci Light Blue Enamel Interlocking G Heart Stud Earrings 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
GUCCI light blue enamel interlocking G heart stud earrings. Crafted in 925 sterling silver. Earring size: 12mm x 13.3mm. Total weight: 3.09 grams. Push back closure. Shows a little d...
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2010s Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

White Diamond Heart Ring Black Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Heart Ring Black Enamel This Ring is made in 14k Gold Plated Silver Designer: J Dauphin Heart Ring with several Single Cut White Diamonds made with Black Enamel, on t...
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2010s Indian Victorian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Enamel, 14k Gold, Silver

Vintage Enchanted Enamel Sapphire & Diamond Forest Owl Brooch
Located in Duluth, US
Gemstone Enamel Sapphire: 1.5 ct. Diamond: 1.6 ct. Metal: 18 K Yellow Gold Elevate your accessory collection with the Enchanted Forest Owl Brooch, a piece that beautifull...
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1660s Italian Art Deco Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Enamel

Antique 18K horse and jockey brooch in 18 Karat and Enamel, English, circa 1900
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique brooch of a horse and jockey. Well made by the English firm A&W (best know for equestrian motif enamel jewelry), this antique piece is enameled with fine detail on all sid...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Art Deco Enamel Marcasite Initial Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Art Deco initial pin featuring brown enamel circle with "CE" or "EC" of the E could also be an "F" monogram, accented with marcasite. Age wear, flea bite c...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Marcasite, Base Metal, 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 Victorian 15K Yellow Gold and Silver Blue Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, enamel, silver, and yellow gold ring, comprising one old mine cut diamond, twenty rose cut diamonds, and blue enamel, set in silver and 15 karat yellow gold, to ...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Alternating Aquamarine & Blue Enamel Bar Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (6) Natural Genuine Aquamarines - Oval Cut - Sky Blue Color - 6x4mm - 2.40ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18K Yellow Gold & Blue Enamel Work Weight: 5.40 Grams Chain Ty...
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20th Century Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli And Turquoise Clip On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings are a stunning display of bold design and fine craftsmanship. Measuring 1 inch in length, each earring features an oval c...
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20th Century American Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

DAVID WEBB Coral Bead, White Enamel and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Necklace Featuring Round Coral Beads, Round-Brilliant Diamonds, and Tulip-Tipped White Enamel Transition Links. Approximate Diamond Weight - 9.47 CTS Si...
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Late 20th Century Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Enamel, Steel

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Dome Enamel Ring
Located in New York, NY
This striking and opulent David Webb ring is expertly crafted from 18K yellow gold, boasting a substantial weight of 24 grams. Designed with a bold dome silhouette, it is adorned w...
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20th Century American Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Diamond Star Sphere Ring Black Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond White Diamond Sphere Black Enamel Ring Ring with black Enamel, inspired by Victorian Age, Memento Mori Designer: J Dauphin Style: Panim el Panim The sphere as a sy...
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2010s Indian Victorian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold Plate, Enamel, 14k Gold

Antique 1831 English 18K Gold Memorial Ring 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

Natural Pearl, Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold

Hidalgo "X" Motif 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Red Enamel Ring
Located in Houston, TX
This ring is made in 18K yellow gold and red enamel. It features a center "X" with 9 round cut diamonds weighing 0.14 carat combined. Along with 8 yellow gold beads.
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Late 20th Century American Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Garnet Diamond Bangle Bracelet White Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Diamond Garnet Bangle Bracelet Victorian Style White Enamel Hermetica Inspired by Hermetica and Kabbalistic concepts of the micro and macro cosmos. Gold plated Brass with w...
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2010s Indian Victorian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel

Nouvelle Bague Diamond Gold Silver and Enamel Bangle NB1804BPRN
Located in Wilmington, DE
Nouvelle Bague Enamel Bangle with Diamonds 18k White Gold and Silver NB1804BPRN Size Medium NB1804BPRN
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2010s Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique Gold Mourning Ring Inscibed 1809 Orient Pearls Enamel Weeping Willow Urn
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This ring was made in the first decade of the nineteenth century. In an oval frame decorated with oriental pearls we see an enamel painting an urn surrounded by a weeping willow
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Early 1800s English George III Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel

Rock Crystal Emerald Cut Ring in 18K Gold with Red Enamel
Located in New York, NY
Experience the perfect blend of elegance and modernity with this exquisite Rock Crystal Emerald Cut Ring, crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold. The centerpiece of this stunning piece...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Flower Maiden Locket Enamel Ruby Pearl 14 Karat Gold Etruscan Revival
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare and wonderful Victorian Enamel Ruby Pearl 14 Karat Gold Locket Pendant with an image of a woman carrying flowers. The romantic an...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

Antique Blue Enamel, Diamond, Ruby and Gold Snake Bangle, Circa 1850
Located in London, GB
A Victorian blue enamel, diamond, ruby and gold snake bangle, with two, entwined silver snakes, set with rose-cut diamonds, in grain settings, with cabochon-cut ruby eyes, in rub ove...
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1850s British Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Enamel

Antique Imperial Austrian Pendant Locket Black Enamel Pearls solid Silver /15 gr
Located in SE
Antique Austrian- Hungarian or Bohemian Fine Pendant with a locket, decorated with fine floral engravings, Black Enamel and Seed Pearls. All metal parts made of solid 830 Silver. Gil...
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Early 1900s Austrian Arts and Crafts Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Silver, Enamel

Set in 18K Rose Gold, Morganite, Black Enamel & Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Morganite Cocktail Engagement Ring set in 18K Rose Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Morganite is 5.02 carats. The Diamonds we...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Morganite, Diamond, Enamel, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Pearl Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Clover Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional clover with furling leaves and curled tail Featuring iridescent matte enamel glossed over contour engraving Transparent pink a, yellow, and green in color -...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Art Deco Style Blue Sapphires Enamel Gold Diamonds Carved Jade Dangle Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
On the top of these classic Art Deco Style we have 4 Blue Sapphire Oval cabs 6x8 mm. set in gold bezel ,the middle parts are composed of 2 white gold elements with 18 round full cut...
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Early 2000s Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Enamel

David Webb White Unicorn 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel, Diamonds, Rubies Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Designed as a unicorn, the eye and collar set with pear-shaped rubies, highlighted with round and single-cut diamonds, and applied with white enamel, signed Webb. The rubies are medi...
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20th Century American Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Burberry check clip on earrings, Gold tone
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic pair of vintage Burberry check clip on earrings. A smaller pair of clip on earrings they have a square shape with a central diamante and a border of signature Burberry c...
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Late 20th Century British Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Base 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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