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Metal: Enamel
Art Deco Style Lapislazuli Baroque Pearls Gold Diamonds Emeralds Enamel Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
2 round buttons of 10 mm in diameter with in the middle 2 small round Emerald cabs are the upper part, then the central part is white gold,18 small round full cut diamonds and blue e...
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

David Webb Diamond Ruby Enamel Gold Platinum Frog Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A 1960's David Webb frog bracelet, designed as an articulated hinged bangle modeled as two textured green enamel facing frogs with circular-cu...
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1960s American Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Opal and Diamond Art Deco Style Enamel Halo Ring in 9K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This stunning piece features a captivating opal at its center, beautifully enhanced by a halo of shimmering diamonds and an elegant enamel embellishment that accentuates the ring's v...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Cartier Gold Enamel Cultured Pearl Diamond and Emerald Cat Tiger Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
The playful cat grasping one cultured pearl approximately 9.4 mm., its body applied with black enamel stripes, accented by 2 small round emerald eyes, decorated with a diamond-set co...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Enamel

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Diamond And Red Enamel Ring
Located in New York, NY
This striking David Webb dome ring is crafted from platinum and 18K yellow gold, featuring a bold red enamel surface adorned with meticulously placed gold stars. Brilliant diamonds a...
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20th Century American Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Smith & Pepper Edwardian English 9 Carat Gold, Enamel and Jade Link Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine antique Edwardian link bracelet with alternating green enameled gold and small green jade ring links. Marked for Smith & Pepper Goldsmiths. Smith & Pepper were well reg...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Jade, Gold, Enamel

Planet Earth Pin with Enamel
Located in Fulham business exchange, London
Planet Earth pin with enamel This collection of pins ins inspired by societies need to come together and help fight global warming and protect the planet we live on. Featuring combi...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Enamel

The Barbette Ring 2.5 Carat Diamond and Black Enamel Cigar Band
By LÖF
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A statement cigar band ring comprising of three separate bands joined together with a black enameled square. Each band is handcrafted in 18k recycled gold and the center band is set ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Madleine Kay 14k Yellow Gold "Humming Bird" Pendant with Black Diamond & Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Madleine Kay 14k Yellow Gold "Humming Bird" pendant with black diamond Specifications: Stones: Black Diamond and Enamel brand: cu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Breathtaking crystal skull necklace with pearl crown
Located in BOGOTÁ, CO
Behold a masterpiece of bold elegance: a one-of-a-kind necklace that commands attention and exudes eccentric charm. Bathed in luxurious yellow gold plating, the necklace shimmers wit...
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2010s Colombian Artist Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Gold Plate, Base Metal, Enamel

18K Gold, Enamel and Diamond Tiger Bangle Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This striking Mid-20th Century Tiger motif hinged bangle bracelet is adorned with bright transparent gold and jet black opaque enamel. The life like head and collar are set generousl...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Polki Diamond Earrings Natural Diamond Victorian Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Victorian Polki Diamond enamel Earrings Natural Diamond polki Price listed for pair of Earrings Approx 24 gram Gemstone: Diamond Closure: Push back A P P R O X T I ...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Hidalgo 18K Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Diamond X Hinged Bangle Bracelet #16086
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Hidalgo 18K Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Diamond X Hinged Bangle Bracelet Hinged bangle bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold with diamond "X" detailing and blue enamel. Hallmark: HIDALGO 75...
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21st Century and Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Berca Olive Green Enameled Turtle Shaped Sterling Silver Gold-Plated Cufflinks
Located in Valenza, IT
Unique and Chic Light Green Hand Enamelled Little Turtle Shaped T-Bar Back, Sterling Silver Yellow Gold Plated Cufflinks. These cufflinks are handcrafted by the fine craftsmen of the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Hermes 18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Red Enamel H Clic Clac Ring Size 7 5.5g
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful Hermes Yellow Gold, Diamond, and Enamel Ring Set in 18k Yellow Gold Gross Weight: 5.5 grams Ring Size: 7 Band Width: 5.5 mm Overall Condition: Very Good. Signed "Hermes 750...
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20th Century French Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

GEORGIAN 1800 Antique Necklace Earrings Set In 18Kt Gold With 11.84 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Georgian convertible set of earrings and necklace. This is a very rare suite composed by a necklace-chain, a pendant-brooch and dangle-earrings. The four jewelry pieces were created...
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Early 1800s English Georgian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Old European Diamond Ring Blue Enamel 14K White Gold
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This vintage ring is crafted in solid 14K White Gold (carefully tested and guaranteed). The center Old European cut diamond is .75 carat of VS1 clarity and G color! It is accented wi...
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20th Century Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau Whiteside & Blank 14KY Gold Enamel & See Pearl Flower Brooch
Located in Towson, MD
This absolutely delightful antique Art Nouveau flower by Whiteside & Blank will never fade. It's stylized five-petal blossom is hand painted in pastel hued enamel that has a subtle ...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

VERGER FRERES 1905 Edwardian Enameled Pendant Watch In Platinum & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An Edwardian pendant watch designed by Verger Freres. This is a magnificent pendant-watch, created in Paris France by the Verger Freres compan...
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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Victorian Gold & Enamel Lapel Buttons or Pins with Views of Lake Geneva
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine set of Swiss Victorian gold & enamel lapel buttons. In 18 karat yellow gold. Each button with a round enamel painted scenes of Lake Geneva bezel set in 18k gold with f...
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19th Century Swiss Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Enamel, Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian enamel, pearl and diamond brooch, the central silver entwined double heart and ribbon bow motif encrusted with rose-cut diamonds, to a cobalt blue guilloché enamel round ...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Rose Cut Pink Tourmaline Ring w/ Pink Enamel & Diamonds Made In 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.669g,D:0.58ct, Tour:0.84ct,Enam:0.02g,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Heart Necklace White Diamond Pearl Silver Victorian Style Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Necklace White Diamond Pearl Silver Victorian Style Enamel Blue Enamel on a hand painted silver chain Solid Silver Heart Length: Long 28" Designer: J DAUPHIN White Diamon...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Silver, Enamel

VERDURA Milan Blue & Green Enameled Cufflinks In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold With Box
Located in Miami, FL
Enameled cufflinks designed by Verdura. This is a fabulous pair of cufflinks, created in Milano Italy by the renowned jewelry designer of Verdura. These colorful cufflinks have been...
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1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Champlevé Green Enamel Diamond Châtelaine and Watch Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed High Quality Antique French 18 Karat Gold Enamel Châtelaine, suspending fob, key and watch with white enamel dial a...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

French Fin De Siècle Enamel and Diamond Peacock Fan Pin
Located in London, GB
A French fin de siècle enamel and diamond peacock fan pin, consisting of nine multicolour enamelled feathers each bearing a rose-cut diamond, to a rose-cut diamond-set palmette decoration and rose-gold handle, with red gold brooch fitting, bearing French hallmark, circa 1895, measuring approximately 6 x 2cm, gross weight 7.7 grams. Imported Hallmark, gold France after June 2 1893. Pin in good condition for its age with minimal signs of wear. A striking French enamel and diamond pin...
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Pearl & Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster Blue Enamel 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
This fabulous oval shaped ring dating from the late 1800s, features a central bright-white .20ct. antique old European cut diamond sparkling amidst an interlacing design of bright gl...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

6.58 Carat Glass Filled Ruby Diamond Enamel Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This ring is a bold statement of luxury and color, featuring a stunning 6.58-carat glass-filled ruby as its centerpiece. The ruby, measuring 12x10mm, boasts a rich, deep crimson colo...
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Antique Guilloche Enamel Portrait Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Depicting the elegance and grace of a fine lady of the late 1800, this romantic French antique portrait brooch is skillfully hand painted and c...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

ZINA BEVERLY HILLS Enamelled clips-on hoops Earrings In .925 Sterling Silver
By Zina
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of hoops clips-on earrings designed by Zina. This is an outstanding pair of clips-on hoops-earrings created in California by the goldsmith artist Zina, back in the late 20th ce...
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1990s American Modernist Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Red Enamel Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Step into the world of vibrant elegance with the David Webb Solitaire Ring from the Colors Collection. This mesmerizing ring showcases the impeccable artistry of David Webb, combinin...
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20th Century American Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Style Burma Jade Discs Gold Diamonds Blue Enamel Dangle Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
These classic Art Deco Style earrings have on top 2 Burma Jade round cabochons 10 mm size in diameter,middle part of Blue Enamel loop with gold and diamonds rings to which are suspe...
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1990s Thai Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, Enamel

ART NOUVEAU 1900 Edwardian Enameled Flowers Brooch In 18Kt Gold With Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian art nouveau enamel flowers pendant-brooch. This is a really fantastic three-dimensional antique brooch with flowers, created in ...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Blue Enamel Work Textured Ribbon Bow Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 18K Solid Yellow Gold w/ 14k White Gold Pin & Blue Enamel Work Total Weight: 11.49 Grams Overall Height: 38.2mm (1.5") Overall Width: 39.4mm (1.5") Thickness: 10.3mm not in...
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20th Century Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Maison Gripoix for Chanel Ruby Poured Glass Sautoir
Located in New York, NY
Maison Gripoix for Chanel pastille drop long necklace of deep ruby oval hand made stations in signature poured glass enamel. Sautoir is handmade and designed to be layered and wrappe...
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1990s French Artisan Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Syna Yellow Gold Reversible Evil Eye Enamel Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18kyg Reversible evil eye pendant Azure blue, turquoise blue & white enamel Diamonds 0.60 cts approx Swivel mechanism to turn the evil eye versions Limited edition Chain s...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Archaeological Revival 15kt gold Enamel Pin Brooch
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Antique Archaeological Victorian Etruscan revival pin /brooch with beautiful details . Pin front features exceptional quality of the granulation and filigree wirework with enamel work in between (enamel is in red ,turquoise blue and red color) .Back has a old "C" clasp . Pin is extremely well maid Although not marked /signed it is in the same school of a Castellani style piece....a similar examples can be seen "Castellani and Giuliano...
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1870s Italian Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Hermes NEW Black Enamel/ Rose Gold Narrow Hinged Bracelet sz M
Located in New York, NY
Hermes NEW Black/ Rose Gold Narrow Hinged Bracelet sz M Made In: France Color: Black, rose gold Materials: Rose gold plated metal, enamel Hallmarks: "Hermes SP 11 27," "Made in France," "S" Closure/Opening: Hinged Overall Condition: Like new condition with protective sticker still back hinge. Please note that this item has been engraved with a "S", purchased from an Hermes sale...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Enamel

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Gold Blue Enamel Twist Cylinder Cufflinks
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a pair of vintage cylinder cufflinks designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. It is crafted in 18K yellow gold and adorned with blue enamel. Signed V.C.A (for Van Cleef & Arpels) wi...
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20th Century American Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Gold Brooch Pin Circa early 1900's Art Nouveau Enamel Girl and Flowers 14 Karat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Enamel Brooch pin Girl and Flowers Design 14k Yellow Gold approx 4.8 grams Circa early 1900's pre-owned - Good condition Size: 1' inch ...
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Early 1900s Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Style Rock Crystal Cylinders Ruby Gold Diamonds Enamel Dangle Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
The tops are 2 Ruby Oval cabs ,middle parts are composed of 2 white gold elements with 16 round full cut diamonds and Black Enamel ,in the bottom parts we have 2 Natural Rock Cryst...
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, Enamel

Vintage Art Deco Enamel Cocktail Ring 14k Gold Filigree Jewelry Blue Stone
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Art Deco era enamel cocktail ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 14 karat white & yellow & white gold. Blue and green enamel accents frame a faceted oval cut synthetic bl...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Antique Demi Parure Fans Earrings and Brooch Silver Enamel Original Box
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unusual demi parure in its original box comprises a pair of dangling earrings and a brooch in the shape of fans. The fans are made out of silver and are finely engraved with a f...
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1880s European Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Diamond Star Ball Bangle Bracelet Red Enamel Victorian Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Star Sphere Bangle Red Enamel Star Bangle White Diamond Black Diamond Charm Bracelet Red Enamel Gold plated Brass Measurement in diameter is 65 mm. Wonderful combined with...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Helping Hands Pin with Enamel
Located in Fulham business exchange, London
Helping Hands pin with enamel This collection of pins ins inspired by societies need to come together and help fight global warming and protect the planet we...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Enamel

Antique Victorian Large Garnet White Enamel Gold Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
A superb brooch of museum quality is brilliant with a glowing cabochon garnet surrounded by white and gold enamel and a locket in the back. The gold rays light the center and push the garnet to the fore. The brooch measures 2 inches in diameter. All enamel is intact. A magnificent original antique brooch in excellent condition. English Origin. The hair in the back locket...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Garnet, 15k Gold, Enamel

Camille Faure School Limoges Turquoise Blue Enamel Geometric Pendant Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This gorgeous pendant necklace was hand-crafted by Limoges enamelist artist Mauricette Pinoteau. The rectangular silver plate frame is ornate with an enamel-on-copper cameo. The Art-...
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Early 2000s French Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Silver Plate, Enamel

14K Gold Vintage Ring with Blue Green Enamel Flowers with Ruby Center R6734
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 14K Gold Vintage Ring with Three Blue Green Enamel Flowers with Ruby Center 7.11g R6734 ♥ The item measures 13.4mm in length (North South direction), 26mm in width (East West direc...
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2010s American Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Kabylie Berber Enamel and Silver Bracelet, Algeria
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Kabylie Berber Enamel and Silver Bracelet, Algeria A nice vintage green and yellow enamel and silver bracelet from the Kabylie Berber people of Algeria. Interior diameter is 2.5 inc...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Artisan Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique Victorian 15K Gold Blue Enamel Love Knot Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A Victorian turquoise and seed pearl love knot pendant, made around 1860-1880. The velvety 15 karat gold love knot swirls around the enameled turquoi...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel

Antique Diamond Crescent Enamel Snake with Pearl on Diamond Chain
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Diamond Crescent Necklace with Snake holding a pearl on a diamond studded chain. There is slight loss to the green enamel but it does not distract from the beauty of this piece. Th...
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1910s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

9ct Gold, Edwardian Amethyst, Peridot, Seed Pearl & Enamel, Suffragette Pendent
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Suffragette Necklace 9ct Gold Circa 1910 Celebrate a piece of history with this exquisite 9ct yellow gold stamped Edwardian-era suffragette pendant necklace. This stunni...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel

Hermes Red Enamel Bangle Bracelet Horse Carriage Motif Narrow 65 Size Small
Located in Torrance, CA
Overview: Pre-owned Hermes red enamel bangle bracelet with a Horse & Carriage motif. The narrow 0.35" bracelet is a size 65 (small) with an inner diameter measuring 2.5". The bra...
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2010s French Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Enamel

Art Deco Style Jade Donuts Gold Diamonds Ruby Black Onix Black Enamel Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
2 round black onix buttons with small round rubies in the center,middle parts in white gold,small round rubies cabs,20 small round full cut diamonds,black enamel,2 Burma Jade donuts ...
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1990s Thai Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Onyx, Jade, Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold, Gold

Solange Azagury Partridge Green Hot Lips Ring Sterling Silver Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish pre-owned Solange Azagury Partridge ring crafted in sterling silver. The 'hotlips' ring by Solange is rendered in green enamel. The low rise ring (6mm - 0.23 inches) sits c...
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Late 20th Century British Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Onyx Heart Diamond Bangle Bracelet Victorian Style Black Enamel Hermetica
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Onyx Heart Diamond Bangle Bracelet Victorian Style Black Enamel Hermetica Inspired by Hermetica and Kabbalistic concepts of the micro and macro...
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2010s American Victorian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel

Double-Sided Cufflinks with Yellow Gold and Creme-Colored Enamel
Located in San Rafael, CA
These double-sided cufflinks feature four round faces, each measuring 15.5 mm in diameter, and creme-colored enameling over engraved circles. They're set in yellow gold and joined by...
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20th Century American Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Diamond and Black Enamel Drop Dangle Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful pair of Victorian drop earrings made of 10k yellow gold with black enamel accents and single cut diamonds. The post is attached to a gold flower with black enamel petals a...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 10k 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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