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Metal: Enamel
860 Carat Morganite Triple Strand, Plique a Jour, Peridot and Diamond Clasp
Located in Southport, CT
The Focal Point of this necklace is also the clasp with a safety catch made from an Art Nouveau Plique a Jour Broach created between 1900 - 1910. The broach was created with matchin...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, Peridot, 14k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Maison Gripoix for Chanel Renaissance Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Maison Gripoix for Chanel Renaissance style chain link necklace. Of gilt floral incised bronze bezels with Gripoix poured glass emerald and pale ruby enamel double sided cabocheons o...
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1980s French Renaissance Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Art Deco Pocket Flask Sterling Silver Enamel Egyptian Revival Camel Palm Tree
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING AND RARE ART DECO LARGE SIZE POCKET FLASK IN STERLING SILVER AND ENAMEL WITH AN EGYPTIAN REVIVAL MOTIF OF A CAMEL AND PALM TREE. This is a very special and rare po...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Mazer Pearlized Enamel Heart Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Mazer red pearlized cold enamel heart brooch of rhodium plate base metal. The heart pierced with an arrow or crystal round rhinestone and baguette...
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1930s American Retro Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal, Enamel

Modern Plique À Jour Enamel, Ruby, Diamond, Sapphire and Gold Dragonfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
A modern gem set dragonfly brooch, with trembling wings, with an oval cabochon ruby, set in the thorax, with blue to green plique à jour enamel wings, with eight-cut diamonds in the ...
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2010s Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Enamel

Faberge 18KT Gold Diamond 0.15Ct. & Blue Enamel Band Ring #67/1000, Certificate
Located in New York, NY
This stunning modern 18 karat white gold, diamond and blue enamel ring was created by Victor Mayer for Faberge. Crafted in the tradition ...
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Early 2000s German Art Nouveau Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Enamel

Leo De Vroomen 18KT Yellow Gold, 60.65Ct. Cushion Cut Citrine & Enamel Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Started in 1967 by Leo and Ginnie de Vroomen the company is known for bold and innovative designs. Distinctive from the start, the renowned company is simply known as de Vroomen. Thi...
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Early 2000s British Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Sterling Silver Enamel Clownfish Cufflinks
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated sterling silver Clownfish cufflinks with orange and black enamel. Dimension : H 0.93 in / 23.78 mm X W 0.53 in / 13...
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2010s Italian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Retro Gold Bee Brooch with Diamonds and Enamel
Located in Lisboa, PT
18kt – 750‰ yellow gold bee-shaped italian brooch, with wings in blue enamel “plique-à-jour” stained glass effect, set with 6 diamonds, head set with 3 diamonds totalling around 0.09...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Enamel, Amethyst, & Pearl Pendant by Krementz in 14K Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A beautiful original art nouveau period enameled pendant by Krementz. Featuring an amethyst drop of 3 carats, accented by pave set natural split pear...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Meghna Jewels 14K Gold Diamond Enamel Medallion Vacation Mode Pendant Necklace
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
The 14 karat gold pendant is handset with .12 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Meghna Jewels is proud...
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Larter & Sons 1900 Art Nouveau Enameled Pansy Flower Brooch In 14Kt Gold Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
Enameled flower brooch designed by Larter & Son. An exceptional flower brooch, created in Newark New Jersey by the jewelry company of Larter & Sons., back in the 1900. This versatil...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Rare Tiffany & Co. Italian Made Snakeskin Pattern Enamel Silver Hoop Earrings
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Tiffany & Co. Italian Made Snakeskin Pattern Enamel Resin Silver Hoop Earrings. A pair of beautiful and unique sterling silver and enamel resin hoop earrings with a sna...
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20th Century Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Enamel

David Webb White Enamel Ring
Located in New York, NY
This elegant David Webb band ring is crafted in 18k gold and features a sleek white enamel finish. Weighing 8.45 grams. Size 6. Minor scratches on metal due to normal wear.
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Late 20th Century American Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique large earrings in 18k gold, enamelled poissardes earrings, France
Located in PARIS, FR
Large enameled poissardes earrings in 18 karat rose gold. These substantial poissarde earrings are centered with a blue, green, and white enameled pansy, surrounded by a midnight blu...
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1850s French Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Enameled Gold Vinaigrette, Early 19th Century Work
Located in Paris, FR
Rectangular, enameled gold vinaigrette. The hinged lid is decorated with enamel on gold and displays a view of an Alpine lake in front of a mountain range. The sides of the vinaigret...
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Early 1800s Swiss Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Enamel

1.88 Carat Peridot Enamel Art Deco Cocktail Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing our "Peridot and Pink Sapphire" ring - a stunning piece of high-end jewelry that's perfect for the young and fashionable. Featuring a 1.88 carat peridot and 0.25 carats o...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Peridot, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 1970s Gold and White Enamel Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and white enamel. Circa 1970s Made in Italy Size 6 1/4
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1970s Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Seahorse Family 925 Sterling Silver - Enamel
Located in ROTTACH-EGERN, DE
Seahorse Family 925 Sterling Silver - 516,9g Size: High 12,5cm Baby 6,5cm The silver figurines of the Italian manufactory Saturno are faithful reproductions of animals. In affecti...
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Early 2000s Italian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

18K Gold Muti-Gem Enamel Flower Brooch & Earring
Located in Flushing, NY
18K Gold Muti-Gem Enamel Flower Brooch & Earring 18K Gold, Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Turquoise and more. Yellow Gold - 18KT White Gold Stud Backs - 14KT Approximate Dimen...
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20th Century Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Scarab in 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds, Emerald and Enamels
Located in Roma, IT
This beautiful brooch in 18 Kt gold, enamels, diamonds and emerald, which depicts a scarab, was made by a talented Italian goldsmith Over the history and religious beliefs surroundin...
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co Schlumberger Dot Losange White Enamel Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Jean Schlumberger Dot Losange White Enamel Hoop Earrings for Tiffany & Co. This authentic Tiffany & Co. Jean Schlumberger Dot Losange hoop earrings is a masterpiece o...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Enamel Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Goddess Cherub Enamel Pendant Necklace Neoclassical Etruscan Revival 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary antique Enamel 18 Karat Gold Pendant or Brooch with a stunning hand painted image of two Goddess figures with a Cherub or Angel. The neo-classical pendant is in the Etruscan Revival style with exquisite gold work and an open work raised border. The pendant dates to the 19th Century. The hand painted enamel image of the classical Goddess...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Enamel Hand Painted Diamond Butterfly 18K Gold Earrings
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful earrings features unique hand painted miniature art set. Cast in 18-karat gold, these earrings are set with .36 carats sapphire and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Wide Intricate Link Necklace - 16 Inches
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Wide Intricate Link Necklace - 16 Inches. This incredible Victorian memorial pendant necklace is crafted in 14k yellow gold. This necklace...
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1890s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Diamond and Ruby Stone Enameled Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Diamond Ruby Enameled Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring This ring was made with quality materials and excellent handwork. I guarantee the quality assurance of my handwork and materials. It is vital for me that you are totally happy with your purchases. Gold metal: 14k Rose Gold Ruby Shape: Oval Cut Main Stone: 1.93 Carats Side Stones: 0.30 Carats Total Carat Weight: 2.22 Carats Color: Red Clarity: VS/SI Comments: Art Deco Enameled Ring...
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2010s Turkish Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Enamel

Enamel 14 Karat Gold Leopard Head Wrap Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
14K gold leopard head that wraps around your finger. Enamel spots and eyes. Hallmarked HM 14K inside the shank. The ring is a size 6.75 and can be siz...
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1980s Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Onyx & Mother of Pearl Desk Clock
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Mother of Pearl, Onyx, and Gilt Brass Desk Clock Description: A majestic Cartier desk clock, crafted from mother of pearl, onyx, and gilt brass, embodying timeless sophistication. The octagonal clock...
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20th Century French Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Enamel

The Fool and the Hermit Tarot Card Sterling Silver Cufflinks
Located in Valenza, IT
Unique, the Fool and the Hermit Tarot Card in a Sterling Silver Setting Cufflinks: an absolutely chic, timeless yet original piece. T-Bar back. Beautifully gift wrapped...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Enamel, Sterling Silver

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

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Unique 3 Dimensional Diamond and Enamel Tropical Flower 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
Get enamored by the beautiful tropical island allure with this magnificently styled, 18 karat yellow gold diamond and enamel estate ladies ring in the shape of a 3 dimensional bloomi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Paris London 1905 Belle Epoque Enamel Clock 18kt Gold Platinum & Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Belle epoque desk clock designed by Cartier. An impressive and magnificent "mignonette" desk clock, created in Paris France by the house of Cartier,...
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver, Enamel

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold & Blue Enamel Double Ram Head Hinged Bangle
Located in Houston, TX
This vintage hinged bangle bracelet, dating back to the 1980s, exudes timeless elegance. Meticulously crafted in 18K yellow gold, it features a striking double ram's head design high...
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1980s Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Masriera Diamond Pliqué-a-Jour Enamel Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An original piece by Barcelona based designer Masriera known for their bright colored gold and beautiful enameling technique. This piece features 0.18 carats of round brilliant-cut d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Antique Arts & Crafts Silver Guilloché Enamel Pearl Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Arts & Crafts pendant is handcrafted out of sterling silver and covered with fine intense blue guilloché enamel featuring a wave pattern. This charming design, reminiscent of a ...
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1890s British Arts and Crafts Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Statement Earrings with flat diamonds and enamel handcrafted in 18K gold
Located in Jaipur, IN
A beautiful statement earrings with green enamel and flat uncut diamonds. The diamonds are set in a very old traditional Mughal way of setting that you will notice in antique pieces ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Enamel Diamond Maharaja Floral Bangle Bracelet
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This Maharaja bracelet features unique hand painted miniature art set with 14K gold, sterling silver & 2.28 carats diamonds. This beautiful bangle is filled with intricate floral ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver, Enamel, 14k Gold

Nouveau Enamel Pendant Sterling Silver and 18 Karat Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Hand made in Spain Enamel pendant Oxidized Sterling Silver and 18k Yellow Gold (in the flowers) approx size 1' inch has few small ruby, sapphir...
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Early 2000s Spanish Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Art Deco Style Rock Crystal Black Onyx Ruby Gold Diamonds Enamel Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic art deco style earrings, with 2 Black Onyx round buttons with at the center 2 small round ruby cabochons, the central part consists of 2 elements in white gold diamond and bl...
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1980s Thai Art Deco Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Blue Enamel Dome Ring With Center Diamond Made In 14k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
14KT:3.560g, Diamond:0.11ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Vintage Art Deco Polychrome Enamel Ring Navette 18k Yellow Gold Sz 6.25 Portrait
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Art Deco era polychrome enamel portrait ring (circa 1930s) crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Polychrome enamel measures 23mm x 7.5mm. The enamel shows minor abrasion...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

JACKY DE G Paris Oversized Drop Earrings, Vintage from 1980s
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
JACKY DE G PARIS Oversized Drop clip on Earrings, gold tone resin and AB rhinestones and white pearls, Vintage from the 1980s. Signed Jacky de G Made in France at back of each drop. This is a highly collectible French Costume Jewelry...
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1980s European Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Lalique Citrine and Enamel Brooch
Located in New Orleans, LA
A quintessential example of Art Nouveau jewelry design, this stunning citrine and enamel brooch is the work of the legendary artisan René Lalique. Ele...
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Bold 18K Yellow Gold Bombe Black Enamel Ring with Gold Studs
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This interesting 18k yellow gold, late-20th century bombe dome ring features a field of glossy black enamel which is punctuated at regular intervals by pyramidal gold studs. The enti...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

A Fabergé goldstone-glass and enamel scent bottle
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé goldstone-glass, gold, and white enamel scent bottle, the vessel made of goldstone-like glass, with a slightly tapering rose-gold ridged base and rose gold hinged flared ca...
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Early 1900s Russian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Enamel

SOHNAA 18kt Gold Diamond Enamel Miraas Emira Double Line Diamond Ring
Located in Surat, IN
Emira Double Line Diamond Ring Medium, from our award winning Miraas collection meticulously crafted in 18kt gold, with finely assorted diamonds, and set with 6 point star Persion gi...
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2010s Indian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Melting Clock Inspired by Dali Art Ring Sterling Silver Black Enamel Dali Ring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Enamel Artistic Art Ring Inspired by famous world artist sterling silver 925 hand made in Italy finger size 7.5 (NOT RESIZABLE) please inquire about other sizes. Approx design area ...
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2010s Italian Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Blue Enamel and Turquoise Round Earrings
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Tiffany & Co. a dramatic pair of blue enamel and round turquoise earrings. The earrings are masterfully finished with vibrant blue enamel and highlighted with Robin’s egg turquo...
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Mid-20th Century American Enamel Jewelry

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Enamel

A Fabergé Ruby, Enamel, Gold And Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé ruby, diamond, enamel presentation brooch, the marquise shaped brooch with the Russian Imperial eagles motif in rose-cut diamonds on silver on an white coloured guilloché e...
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Early 1900s Russian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Style Jade Cylinders Gold Diamonds Emeralds Red Enamel Dangle Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tops are 2 round black onix buttons with small emeralds cabs in the center,middle parts in white gold,20 round full cut diamonds,red enamels,2 plain cyliders shape Burma Jades Lengt...
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1990s Thai Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Bracelet in Gold, Enamel, and Gemstones, Mid-19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Articulated bracelet in gold and enamel, accented with colored gemstones. The bracelet is composed of eleven oval, enamel medallions, each representing a woman wearing traditional dress from different Swiss cantons. The canton for each medallion is marked on its back: Zurich, Berne, Lucerne, Uri, Schvitz, Unterv, Zug, Glaris, Fribourg, Sollure, and Basle. Each medallion is framed with cannetille gold work, colored gemstones, and enamel beading. Palmettes enhance the top and base of each medallion. Weight: 2.2 oz (62 g) Length: 7.5 in (19 cm) with clasp Medaillon: 1.3 in (3.3 cm) Conserved in its red leather case. Restauration period. Circa 1830-1840. Poids : 62 gr. L : 19 cm. avec le fermoir...
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1830s Swiss Empire Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, Enamel

Maison Gripoix for Isabel Canovas Leaf Hair Comb
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Maison Gripoix for Isabel Canovas gilt bronze hair comb. Formed as an abstract oak leaf with Gripoix poured glass enamel leaf and oval cabocheons in gem tone colors. 1980's Fr...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

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

Adorable Yellow Gold Enamel Diamond Cat Brooch
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold cat brooch, adorned with multi color enamel and approx. 0.40ctw H/VS diamonds. Brooch measures 1 7/8" x 1 1/8". Marked 18k on the back. Weight - 25.5 grams.
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20th Century Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau White Diamond Opal Tanzanite Pearl Yellow Gold "Birdcage" Pendant
Located in Naples, IT
This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This Pendant has 0.10 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Pendant has Opal, Tanzanite and Pearls. This Pendant ha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Enamel Jewelry

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Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Opal, White Diamond,...

Art Deco Enamel Red Corallium Rubrum And Diamond Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Of geometric design, set with a oval cabochon-cut corallium rubrum to a black enamel border with diamond accents to a plain hoop, size 7
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

Triangular Diamond Earrings in 18K Gold with Red Enamel
Located in New York, NY
Make a bold yet elegant statement with these stunning Triangular Diamond Earrings, crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold. Featuring beautifully cut triangular diamonds with a total ap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 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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