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Metal: Enamel
Art Deco Enamel and Diamond Gold Clutch
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Enamel and Diamond Gold Clutch A silk handbag set with 18 karat yellow gold and multicolor enamel accented by 3 pave diamond set elements Made circa 1920 Bag Measurement:...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Chanel Maison Gripoix Renaissance Star Link Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Chanel Byzantine link endless faux pearl necklace. Composed of continuous Maison Gripoix hand knotted glass faux pearls with hand made Maison Gripoix poured glass ruby and eme...
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1990s French Renaissance Enamel Jewelry

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Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Roberto Coin Zebra collection bangle. Two Tone 18k yellow & white gold & enamel
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
Striking Designer Robert Coin Diamond and Black Enamel Zebra collection bangle. Hand crafted in 2-tone 18 Karat Yellow and Whiter Gold with Diamond encrusted front. This piece has a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Yellow Diamonds White Diamonds Enamel 18 Karat White Gold High Jewellery Suite
Located in Bangkok, TH
Yellow Diamonds White Diamonds Enamel 18 Karat White Gold High Jewellery Suite Introducing our latest creation, the Suite of Bracelet and Earrings, inspired by the Art Deco era. Thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

Materials

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

Swiss Blue Topaz Floral Enamel Earrings 3.2 Carats
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Swiss Blue Topazes = 3.20 Carats Enamel: Blue, Mint Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Post With ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Enamel

Vintage Poodle and Ball Brooch, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
This whimsical vintage brooch features a playful poodle with a ball. Crafted from 18 carat yellow gold the piece is beautifully crafted, with 0.02 carat rubies used for the dogs eyes...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Antique Art Deco 14k Enamel Onyx Carnelian Bracelet Vintage Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Greer, SC
Absolutely stunning antique art deco bracelet created in solid 14k yellow gold. Featuring luscious enamel with alternating carved carnelian and onyx stone links. Hallmarked / stamped...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Enamel Jewelry

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Carnelian, Onyx, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Sweet Turn Of The Century Enamel Pearl and 10Kt Pin
Located in Wheaton, IL
Attractive circa 1900 lady's 10kt yellow gold, blue enamel and pearl "Forget Me Not" Flower sentimental petite size scatter pin in great condition. What a wonderful little pin. Just ...
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Early 1900s Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

French Plique A Jour Enameled , Paris 20th Century
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
French Enamel Medallion Hallmarked with French Eagles Head, Workshop Stamp and 750 on 14k Rope Chain 20 inch. Recalling the Stained Glass Windows ...
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20th Century French Enamel Jewelry

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18k Gold, Enamel

Antique 1.77ct Diamond, Enamel and Platinum Horse and Huntsman Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.77 carat diamond, enamel and platinum horse and huntsman brooch; part of our diverse antique equestrian jewellery collections. This stunnin...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Platinum, Enamel

Antique Victorian 12K Yellow Gold Wide Engraved Enamel Wedding Bangle Set
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 12K Yellow Gold Wide Engraved Enamel Wedding Bangle Bracelet Set. This beautiful set of Victorian bangles are crafted in 12k yellow gold. The bangle brace...
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1890s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Jabot, 18k, Enamel, Diamond, Eagle Motif
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A classic Jabot Pin from the mid-19th century. This one is over four inches of incredible 18k yellow gold craftsmanship.
The hilt and accents of the 18k gold jabot are made fro...
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19th Century American Late Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Fantastic Sultan brooch by HAR decorated with red enamel and rhinestons 1950's
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Fantastic Sutan brooch with red turban decorated with jewels and pearls! It was designed by Har Jewelry company NY in the 1950/1960s Dimension Height 5 cm - width 3.5 cm - dept...
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1950s American Romantic Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Enamel, Gilt Metal

White Gold Shriners & 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Men's Ring - 10k Enamel Masonic
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 10 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Organization: Shriners & Scottish Rite Metal Content: 10k White Gold Material Information Enamel Color: Red, White, B...
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21st Century and Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

10k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Alfieri & St. John 1980 Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fashion Lady Vintage Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a gold brooch depicting a stylish woman with pencil skirt, plaid blazer, wide hat, and earrings Decorated with graphic enamel - opaque glossy white, red, and black Exhi...
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1980s Contemporary Vintage Enamel Jewelry

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Large Black Enamel and Diamond Bow Pin / Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Estate Black Enamel and Diamond Bow Pin / Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold Large Black Enamel Diamond Bow Brooch features a Pear shaped Pave Diamond section in the center and Diamond patte...
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20th Century North American Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Enamel, Amethyst, Diamond and Pearl Floral Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a truly wonderful Art Nouveau style 18ct yellow gold natural pearl, amethyst, diamond and enamel pendant. The highly decorated, iconic Art Nouveau frame has a floriated desig...
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1970s Art Nouveau Vintage Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, Amethyst, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Blue Enamel and Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful pair of diamond earrings from the Victorian era. Each antique piece is identical and presents an open undulating double frame which surrounds an impressive ...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Peridot Diamond Enamel Bomba Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Peridot Diamond Enamel Bomba Ring featuring a luminous chartreuse green peridot in a cluster of diamonds set in a Bomba design with a concave interior and a stylish high gloss metall...
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2010s Indian Modern Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Peridot, Enamel

Antique Garnet and Enamel Earrings with Diamond Florettes and Seed Pearl Accents
Located in New York, NY
A pair of antique Edwardian period garnet, diamond, enamel, and pearl pendant earrings of girandole design, comprising collet-set garnets and seed pearls cascading from scrolled whit...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Enamel Jewelry

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Garnet, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Hermès Enamel Cuff Bracelet Brazil Feathers Gold Hdw Extra Large Size 65
Located in FR
Absolutely Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Bracelet Print: "Brazil" Pattern: feathers Made in France + P (2012) Made of printed enamel and yellow gold plated hardware Colorways: beig...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Enamel Jewelry

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Antique Gold, Enamel, Ruby, and Diamond Garter Bracelet with Padlock Locket
Located in New York, NY
An antique early Victorian gold and enamel hinged bangle bracelet designed as a scrolling ribbon garter in chased gold and turquoise and white enamel, with a large ruby flanked by fo...
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1840s Early Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Gucci "GG" Logo Gold Plated Pink Enamel Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specification Category Earrings Brand GUCCI with Pink Enamel Recipient For Her, For Him Earring Style Stud Earrings Brand Collections GG Marmont Metal Type G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Bakelite Flower Dangle Earrings 40.30 Carats Enamel 18K Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Bakelite = 40.30 Carats Enamel Metal: 18K Gold Dimensions: 59 x 44 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian French Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jester Articulated Antique Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized jester with animated arms and legs via pull chain Featuring champlevé and basse-taille enamel throughout Opaque white, black, blue, pink, green with gloss fin...
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1880s Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Bakelite Flower Dangle Earrings Tourmalines and Diamonds 70.05 Carats 18K Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Bakelite = 56 Carats Multicolor Tourmalines = 13.90 Carats Diamonds = 0.15 Carats Enamel Metal: 18K Go...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...

14Kt Yellow Gold & Blue Enamel Necklace, Bracelet or Pocket Watch Chain 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
This is a great looking hand made necklace or bracelet, pocket watch chain. Each link is hand constructed and every other link is done in kiln fired cobalt blue enamel. We have never seen this chain before done with enamel. It's versatile and elegant and the "Swivel" can be used to hang a fob or charm on it. You can hang it on your neck, or wrap it around a few times and wear it a bracelet. If you are looking for a pocket watch chain for a gold and blue enameled watch...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Enamel Jewelry

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

14Kt White Gold & Black Enamel Necklace, Bracelet or Pocket Chain & Masonic Fob
Located in Long Beach, CA
This is a great looking handmade necklace, bracelet, or pocket watch chain. Each link is hand constructed in solid white gold and hand engraved, and done with kiln fired black enamel...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Enamel Jewelry

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White Gold, Enamel

Vintage 1980s Enamel Scales Bracelet with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with green and blue enamel, featuring Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.50 carats. Size 7 1/2 inches, 5/8 inch wide
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1980s Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Yves Saint Laurent Short Necklace in Gold-Plated Metal and Enamel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Short necklace in gold-plated metal and enamel. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: from 39 cm to 44 cm ...
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1980s French Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Enamel

Vermeil and Enamel Snake Bracelet
Located in PARIS, FR
Vermeil bangle bracelet forming two cream enameled snakes Each snake's eye is made of cabochon-cut rubies Total weight of rubies : 2.5 carats Wrist size : 17cm Gross weight : 29.37g ______________________ Bracelet jonc...
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1970s Vintage Enamel Jewelry

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Ruby, Vermeil, Enamel

Vintage 14KT Yelllow Gold Cobalt Blue Guilloche Enamel Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful hinged bangle bracelet dates from the 1950s. It is crafted from 14KT yellow gold with cobalt blue guilloche detailing and features approximately .70CT high crown rose-...
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1950s Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Enamel

14K Yellow Gold Enamel Dome Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
14K yellow gold blue, green, yellow enamel dome ring with satin finish gold work throughout. Measures 23 x 20 millimeters in size and 12 millimeters high when worn upon finger. Attri...
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1970s Vintage Enamel Jewelry

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Christian Dior Red Enamelled Hoop Earrings, 2003
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior -Red enamelled hoop earrings with pearl bangs. Pre-Spring 2003 collection, by John Galliano. Additional information: Dimensions: 19 H cm...
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Early 2000s French Enamel Jewelry

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Enamel

Vintage Original 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Enamel Pendant
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 3.1 grams. Diamond is has H color and vs clarity. Please contact for any question.
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1980s European Retro Vintage Enamel Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Toucan Diamond and Enamel Vintage 1950s Pin 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Toucan Pin, a playful and exquisite accessory that adds a touch of whimsy to your jewelry collection. This charming pin features an estimate...
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21st Century and Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

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

Deco Gold Necklace with Diamonds and Navy Enamel
Located in Nea Aghialos Magnesias, GR
100% Recycled 14 K White Gold Diamonds Enamel Size: 1.3 cm/0.51 inches In the arts, maximalism, a reaction against minimalism, is an aesthetic of excess. The philosophy can be s...
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2010s European Artist Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Spotlight Gold Necklace with Diamonds and Pink Enamel
Located in Nea Aghialos Magnesias, GR
100% Recycled 14 K White Gold Diamonds Enamel Size: 40 cm and 3 cm Extension/ 15,7 inches and 1.1 inch Extension In the arts, maximalism, a reaction against minimalism, is an aest...
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2010s European Artist Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Enamel

14 Karat Yellow Gold Orange Enamel Oval Link Chain Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Dimensions: necklace measures 18-inches in length Weight: 11.49 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Gubelin Dome Gold Ring Blue Enamel 18k
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An eloquent Gubelin dome ring, made of 18k gold and blue enamel. The ring has abstract design with textured gold splashes set on the enamel background. Brightness of enamel creates a...
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Late 20th Century Enamel Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Groovy Gold Earrings with Diamonds and Blue Enamel
Located in Nea Aghialos Magnesias, GR
100% Recycled 14 K White Gold Diamonds Enamel Size: 3cm/1,18 inches In the arts, maximalism, a reaction against minimalism, is an aesthetic of excess. The philosophy can be summ...
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2010s European Artist Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Devotion Gold Cross Necklace with Diamonds and Red Enamel
Located in Nea Aghialos Magnesias, GR
100% Recycled 14 K White Gold Diamonds Enamel Size: 4.1x 3.1 cm/ 1.6 ix 1.22 inches THIS PENDANT IS SOLD WITHOUT THE CHAIN. A 14K CHAIN CAN BE OPTIONALLY ADDED WITH AN ADDITIONAL...
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2010s European Artist Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Andreoli Green Enamel Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Andreoli Green Enamel Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Bracelet This bracelet features: - 0.29 Carat Diamond - Green Enamel - 14.75 Gram 18K White Gold - Made In Italy
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2010s Italian Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

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

Cartier Yellow Gold Enamel Dress Set
Located in London, GB
A rare yellow gold enamel dress set by Cartier. The set features a pair of cufflinks and 4 dress studs featuring a red enamel stripe pattern with a white ena...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Enamel Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18k Yellow Gold Enamel and Coral Brooch, 24.1gr
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
18k Yellow Gold Enamel and Coral Brooch, 24.1gr 18k Yellow Gold Enamel and Pink Coral brooch. Stamped 18k. weighs 24.1gr 2" x 2"
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Late 20th Century Unknown Enamel Jewelry

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Rose-Cut Diamond and Emerald Double Wing Brooch with Enamel Accent
Located in New York, NY
An antique late Victorian diamond, emerald, and enamel brooch designed as a pair of outstretched rose-cut diamond-set wings with an auburn enamel border on the top edges and centerin...
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1890s Late Victorian Antique Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Enamel

David Webb Enamel, Emerald, and Diamond "Giraffe" Bracelet.
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Enamel, Emerald, and Diamond "Giraffe" Bracelet. This bracelet had a two giraffe head motif with black and white enamel, round-shaped cabochon emeralds, round diamonds of ...
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Late 20th Century American Artist Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Enamel

Maria Kotsoni Contemporary 18k Gold XO Pink Enamel Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Nicosia, CY
The XO, pendant necklace is crafted in 18K gold hallmarked in Cyprus. This cool pendant necklace, comes in a highly polished finish and features 0.23 Cts...
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2010s Cypriot Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

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

0.36 Carat VS G Diamonds On 18 Carat White Gold Grams 7.85 Black Enamel
Located in Milano, MI
fun bracelet with stylized ladybug on a black enamel base. 18 carat gold, 7.85 grams, diamonds, 34 VS quality and G color diamonds Easy to wear unisex lucky charm bracelet available ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Blue & White Enamel Diamond Sapphire Snake Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Blue and white enamel diamond sapphire snake necklace Round-cut diamonds of 1.20 carats, Marquise-shaped sapphires of 0.56 carat, 18 karat white gold, and silver with a tone of rose...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

A Enamel Peacock Earring in 22KT Gold
Located in New York, US
Enamel peacock earrings in 22Kt gold.
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1970s Vintage Enamel Jewelry

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Gold, Enamel

Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co Red Enamel Banana Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Company red enamel Banana clip earrings in 18k yellow gold. Approximately 1" long. 33.7 grams. Signed Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger, Made in France.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Enamel Jewelry

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Guilloche Brown Enamel 18 Karat White Gold Channel Band Stack Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring features a recessed guilloche enamel channel fully around. Transparent medium brown in color - glossed over engraved grid pattern. With high polished white gold surround. T...
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1990s Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

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Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Orange Guilloche Enamel Fish Cufflinks in Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Orange Guilloche Enamel Fish Cufflinks in 18k Yellow Gold are a charming and whimsical accessory that add a pop of color and personality to any f...
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Early 2000s American Enamel Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Sapphires Diamonds Enamel 18 Karat White Gold Tweed Suite
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sapphires Diamonds Enamel 18 Karat White Gold Tweed Suite Designers again beat our trademark "Tweed" texture in a new Suite. Shaped like a knightly order, these 18 Karat White Gold R...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 0.80 cttw Sapphire And Diamond Bee Pin In 18k Yellow Gold & Enamel Wings
Located in Chicago, IL
This pin is made of 18k yellow gold and weighs 3.10 DWT (approx. 4.82 grams). It contains 15 round G color, SI clarity diamonds weighing 0.50 CTTW and 4 round blue sapphires weighing...
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Late 20th Century Art Nouveau Enamel Jewelry

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

Hidalgo Vintage Guilloche Red Enamel 18 Karat White Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring features a recessed guilloche enamel channel fully around. Transparent medium red in color - glossed over engraved linear pattern. With high polished white gold surround. S...
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1990s Contemporary Enamel Jewelry

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Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Vintage 0.60 Carats Total Round Diamond and Red Enamel Leaf Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a vintage and beautiful brooch set in a red enamel leaf-like design and surrounded by 44 brilliant round diamonds weighing 0.60 carats total, F-G color and VS-SI in clarit...
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1950s Unknown Artisan Vintage Enamel Jewelry

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 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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