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Gemstone Enamel Diamond White and Yellow Gold Frog Brooch
Located in Southampton, PA
blue enamel encompasses the frog's body. Threads of 18K Yellow Gold frame flourishes of 18K White Gold
Category

20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Turquoise, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Leopard Diamond and Emerald Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
Captivating Leopard Brooch crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, accented with green emerald eyes and
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Early Victorian Swiss Enamel Gemstone Gold Earring and Necklace Set
Located in Narberth, PA
Swiss Enamel pieces were commonly produced to be sold as souvenirs for Victorian travelers. A very
Category

Antique 1850s Swiss Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold

YAEL Pink Tourmaline Diamond Enamel 14k Ring
By Yael Designs
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
for their use of gemstones and enamels. The emerald cut rubellite encased in a yellow gold bezel and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

18 Karat White Gold Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
emeralds, 1.08cts diamonds, and black enamel. One-of-a-kind.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, White Gold

DAVID WEBB Diamond Emerald Gold and Platinum Leopard Ring
By David Webb
Located in Houston, TX
David Webb 18KT yellow gold, platinum, diamond, black enamel, and emerald Leopard Ring. Signed
Category

American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

18 Karat Yellow Gold Dome Ring with Blue and Green Enamel
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Cellini Jewelers NYC dome ring designed with swirls of cobalt blue and emerald green enamel
Category

1990s American Retro Dome Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Diamond Platinum Charm Bracelet with Gemstones and Enamel
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, French cut sapphire, ruby, emerald and accented with enamel. The bracelet is 7 inches (17.7 centimeters
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Charm Bracelets

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Leopard Cub Brooch-Pendant with Diamond and Emerald Eyes
Located in New York, NY
feline is accented with striking black enamel detailing, adding depth and expression to its poised stance
Category

20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

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

Masriera Art Nouveau Revival Ring Gold Enamel Gemstones
By Masriera
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
center to curve around the deep green emerald. The gold framework is accented with enamel panels that
Category

Early 2000s Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Enamel and Seed Pearl Mini Portrait
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
This charming locket depicting a miniature portrait of a young girl is enhanced with emerald green
Art Deco Garnet Enamel Ring Shield Design 14 Karat
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Emerald cut is set in prongs in developing with scrolling and enameling. Tiny pearls are on either side of
Category

Antique 18th Century Unknown Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold, Enamel

18 Karat Gold Natural Emerald, Diamond, and Black Onyx Dangle Earrings
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
18 Karat Gold Natural Emerald, Diamond, and Black Enamel Dangle Earrings This impeccable shamrock
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

David Webb White Enamel Yellow Gold Double Tiger Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A chic David Webb double tiger bracelet in polished 18kt gold with white enamel, cabochon emeralds
Category

Vintage 1970s American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Frascarolo Black Enamel Cat Brooch
By Frascarolo
Located in New York, NY
Cat brooch, finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with black enamel, diamonds and 2 emerald eyes
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Unique Peacock Enamel and Diamond Ear Clips
Located in Los Angeles, CA
), decorated with translucent emerald green and royal blue enamel over machined gold, with diamond accents
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Clip-on Earrings

Antique French .800 Silver Vermeil, Overlay, Enamel Cut Crystal Scent Bottle
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Fabulous antique French .800 silver vermeil and emerald green overlay cut crystal and enamel scent
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Bottles

Materials

Crystal, Vermeil, Silver

Art Deco Columbian Emerald and Diamond Drop Earrings, Circa 1930
Located in London, England
An extraordinary pair of Art Deco Colombian emerald, diamond and enamel drop earrings, circa 1930
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

Late Victorian Moonstone Diamond Ruby Emerald and Pearl Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
The centre set with a circular-shaped cabochon moonstone, to diamonds, rubies, emerald ,red enamel
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Enamel Gold Leopard Cufflinks
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
circa 1980s 18K yellow Gold and Enamel Leopard Cufflinks by David Webb, Cabochon Emerald Eyes
Category

Vintage 1980s American Cufflinks

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Undertow (Geometric, Lyrical Abstract Oil Painting in Pastel Emerald and Pink)
By Anthony Finta
Located in Hudson, NY
abstract expressionist Richard Diebenkorn "Undertow" by Anthony Finta 40 x 30 inches oil, enamel, pencil
Category

2010s Abstract Abstract Paintings

Materials

Enamel

0.91 Carat Diamond and Blue Enamel 18 Karat White Gold Band Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18k white gold Center Diamond: round brilliant cut 0.10 carat Diamonds: 54 round brilliant cut = 0.81 carat weight Color: G Clarity: VS Ring size: 6...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Diamond Enamel Tiger Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage diamond and emerald with black and red enamel brooch/pin is crafted in solid 18K
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Set in 18 Karat Gold, Art Deco Style, Carved Tourmaline and Enamel Cocktail Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very art deco and gorgeous carved tourmaline cocktail ring set in 18K gold using enamel technique
Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Vintage Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Panther Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Panther Necklace. Featuring 40 round brilliant cut
Category

Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

David Webb Diamond Emerald Platinum and 18 Karat Gold Tiger Head Bangle Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York City, NY
resembles a tiger head, with cabochon emerald eyes and black enamel stripes, adorned with high grade round
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Clarissa Bronfman Crystal Emerald Thunder before Lightning Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
karat gold with emerald and sapphire stones, crystal, enamel and brilliant cut diamonds details.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, En...

Double TigerHead, Black Enamel Bracelet by DAVID WEBB
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
cabochon emeralds signed by DAVID WEBB. Circa 1960's
Category

Vintage 1960s American More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Antique Gold Gemset Egyptian Revival Earrings with Enamel Accents
Located in New York, NY
grid of emerald and rubies and pale blue enamel surmounts with twin sphinxes, in 18k. See "Castellani
Category

Antique 1870s Egyptian Revival Dangle Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Large 18K Enamel Gem set Brooch by Hammerman Brothers
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Chicago, IL
Large, detailed Horse head Clip brooch by hammerman brothers. 18K yellow gold Guilloche enamel
Category

Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

David Webb Enamel Gem Set Gold Platinum Bangle Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
Cabochon Ruby, Emeralds and Sapphires each weighing approximately from 1 to 3 Carats. Further set with fine
Category

Vintage 1980s American Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Mini Leopard White Enamel Green Eyes Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
details on it too: like dimaonds, emerald eyes and white enameling for stripes. Includes: David Webb
Category

20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Emerald Diamond Platinum Multi Charm Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
charm is simply beautiful and include ruby and emerald eyes and black enameled accents. The links of the
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum

Enameled Zebra Brooch by Ciner, Signed
By Ciner
Located in McKinney, TX
animal lovers! This chic brooch is comprised of shiny gilded metal, black and white enamel and Emerald
Category

20th Century American Modern Brooches

1970s Snake Ring Yellow Gold Ring with Emerald Eyes
Located in Miami Beach, FL
and emerald eyes on a 14k yellow gold body. Originally the body had enamel but over the years it has
Category

Mid-20th Century More Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Frascarolo Red Panda Bear Enamel Diamond Bangle Bracelet Yellow Gold Italy 1960s
By Frascarolo
Located in Lisbon, PT
ring, the carved head accented with emerald eyes, black and orange enamel and pave-set single-cut
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

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

Clarissa Bronfman Garnet, Emerald, Diamond, Ruby, Silver Beaded Pendant Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Garnet beaded necklace with silver and diamond skull bead, emerald and silver bead, enamel and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Silver

18 Karat Gold Diamond Emerald Ruby Bee Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Austin, TX
emeralds and diamonds, enameled body with diamonds, eyes with ruby. Measured 1.4" x 1.3". Weight: 9.3
Category

1990s Portuguese Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Owl Amethyst Citrine Diamond Emerald Brooch Clip
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Geneva, CH
Century. Citrine, Amethyst, Mother-of-pearl, Diamond, Emerald and black enamel mounted on yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Peacock Enamel Diamond Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed as an exotic flower with teardrop-shaped petals decorated with translucent emerald green
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Brooches

Asprey Gem Set Gold Bird Clock
By Asprey
Located in New York, NY
adorned with diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires, amethysts and blue and green enamel. The base consists
Category

Vintage 1970s English Desk Accessories

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 1...

Lazaro NY Neoclassical Gold Green Enamel Cameo Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
tone base is accented by an emerald green enamel stripe and a beige glass cameo depicting two Roman
Category

Vintage 1980s American Neoclassical Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gilt Metal

Enameled Maltese Cross Pendant Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s
By Anne Klein
Located in McKinney, TX
- Matte gold plated - Merlot red, emerald green and navy blue enameling - Swirl texture accent - Clasp
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

18.68 Ct. Coral Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style Cocktail Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
sides. Featuring a gorgeous combination of white gold, coral, diamond, emerald, and black enamel, this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

David Webb 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Enamel Diamond Horse Clip-Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
EMERALD, DIAMOND AND ENAMEL Wild Bronco CLIP-BROOCH, DAVID WEBB Designed as a horse applied with
Category

20th Century American Modern Brooches

Chinese Famille Verte Oval Ginger Jar with Mythical Qilin, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
enamels that favored roses and pinks, famille rose porcelain ware was crafted with the same technical
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Jars

Materials

Enamel

VCA Gold and Onyx Winking Cat Brooch
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An 18k gold, black onyx, black enamel, cabochon emerald and diamond winking cat brooch. Signed Van
Category

Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Emerald, 18k Gold

Gem-Set and Diamond Brooch
Located in Firenze, IT
carved jade, round rubies, marquise-shaped emeralds and black enamel Lenght : 5cm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Moonstone, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Art Nouveau 1900 Scarab Brooch Gold Silver Diamonds And Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
applications of blue, red, black and green enamels and is mounted with a great selection of sixty-one earth
Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Ye...

Cartier Iconic Yellow Gold and Gem Set Panther Clip Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
length X 5/8 inch. Emerald set eyes and a Black Enamel Nose. Comes in the original Cartier Presentation
Category

Early 2000s French Brooches

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Rare Midcentury Child s High Chair by Kembo
By Kembo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Midcentury child's high chair with emerald green Skai upholstery and black enameled tubular frame
Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Children s Furniture

Materials

Metal

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Diamond And Ruby Taurus Bull Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
with enamel, rubies, emeralds, and diamonds. Of taurus design, applied with red enamel and set with
Category

20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Tiger Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Original David Webb Tiger Ring with green emeralds, and black enamel. The Tiger ring by David Webb
Category

20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Crystal skull and freshwater pearl earrings by Sebastian Jaramillo
Located in BOGOTÁ, CO
A One-Of-a-Kind pair of earrings featuring a central gold plated crystal set skull, emerald green
Category

2010s Colombian Artisan Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Base Metal

Magnificent Carmen Miranda gilt and paste bangle, Coro, 1930s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
very collectable. Made from clear paste/paste cabuchons in jewelled colours of ruby, emerald and
Category

Vintage 1930s American Bangles

Materials

Gilt Metal

19th Century Neo-Renaissance 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Set with an rectangular cut emerald, and decorated with enamel. Ring Size: 6 Weight: 10,6 grams
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Crossover Leopard Ring
Located in Miami, FL
with green emerald eyes and black and brown enamel spots. This unique ring is a size 6.75 and weight
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Emerald And Enamel For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact emerald and enamel you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Enamel and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 285 vintage or 142 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect emerald and enamel may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating an emerald and enamel has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by David Webb, Goshwara and Cartier are consistently popular. An emerald and enamel can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 276 Emerald versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for an emerald cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and cabochon alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an emerald and enamel, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Emerald And Enamel?

The price for an emerald and enamel starts at $1 and tops out at $245,534 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,947.
Questions About Emerald And Enamel
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Enamel jewelry is a type of decorative accessory produced by applying melted glass onto metal. The practice of producing enamel jewelry traces back to the work of goldsmiths of Mycenae done during the 13th century BCE. Find a range of enamel jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    French enamel is a type of decoration produced by applying liquid glass to metal. The French company Limoges popularized the technique during the 16th century, producing jewelry and decorative objects with intricately painted portraits, flowers and landscape scenes. You'll find a collection of French enamel furniture, jewelry and art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Zambian emeralds are indeed real emeralds. In fact, they are a superior variety of natural emeralds, known for their deep green hue and slight blue overtone. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic emerald gems from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Produced in the mid-18th century, Battersea is a type of decorated enamelware created by painting designs over the top of a soft white enamel surface. You can shop a selection of Battersea enamel pieces from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese enamel is a material made by blending pigments with a binder made of oil and gum. Japanese artisans use it to produce vases, boxes, tableware, lighting fixtures and other objects. Find a collection of Japanese enamel decorative objects and art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    An enamel ring is a piece of jewelry in which the metal has been coated with enamel. Enamel is the fusion of powdered glass to metal, and artists like enameling because it allows them to add an illustrative quality to their work. Enamel is fused to metals using very high temperatures. Check out the various enamel rings from different artists and from the 18th to 21st centuries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, emeralds are expensive due to their rarity. These stones are known to be rarer and more expensive than diamonds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Emeralds can be symbols of love and growth, as well as truth. It can possess a meaning of balance and is said to have a refreshing spiritual energy. Shop a range of authentic emerald pieces from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The main difference between a hydrothermal emerald and a regular emerald is that the hydrothermal emerald forms an elongated hexagonal shape. Both emerald types are grown under the same heat and pressure environments. Shop a collection of expertly vetted gems from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    For much of history, an emerald has been known to signify truth and love. Today, emeralds have come to be known as the stone of intuition and revelations of truths.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Emeralds are quite rare. This gemstone is rarer and more expensive than a diamond.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A cabochon emerald is a gemstone that has been cut and polished to feature a dome shape on top and a flat bottom. It is smooth and has no facets. Although faceted gemstones are quite popular, non-faceted gems are also in style. For example, cabochons are smoothly polished instead of faceted, and are usually oval-shaped. Many people love cabochons for their simplicity and elegance. Carved cabochons also make interesting pieces. For example, the cameo gemstone, which features a carved silhouette, has made a resurgence in recent years. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage cabochon emerald jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A blue emerald is an emerald with blue-green color whose primary hue is green and secondary hue is blue. The most desirable emeralds are typically highly saturated bluish green to pure green and highly transparent. Find a collection of emerald jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • Emeralds that are made in the laboratory are considered synthetic emeralds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Enamel jewelry is made out of glass and precious metal. The type of glass used to produce enamel jewelry is usually a mix of quartz sand, iron oxide, potassium oxide and borax. Artisans apply this molten mixture to precious metal and then fire it at extremely high temperatures to produce a sleek, hard enamel surface. Explore a wide variety of enamel jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Limoges enamel technique involves layering molten glass and painting on them. Then, artisans paint over the surface with white to mute the artwork. This method of creating pottery and decorative objects dates back to 12th-century France. Find a selection of Limoges enamel ware 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How to tell if enamel is real depends on what type of item you are attempting to authenticate. Generally, you should look for evidence that the enamel is not simply a painted finish. A licensed appraiser experienced in the type of item can assist you with determining the authenticity of it. You'll find a wide range of enamel ware on 1stDibs.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GalleryMarch 17, 2021
    Enamel is a decorative technique in which colored and powdered glass is vitrified and fused to metal or ceramic. Cloisonne is a type of enamel work. The word cloisonné comes from the French word cloison, meaning to divide or partition. Cloisonne uses wire to separate various colors of enamel to create patterns and images.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Black enamel jewelry was trendy during the Victorian period, and black enamel was popular with designers of Victorian mourning jewelry. 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. Monochromatic enameling is also called grisaille, and it begins with a piece of metal jewelry. An artisan applies a thin coating of black powdered glass and then paints a design over top. After that, the maker adds more layers of powdered glass to darken the color and offset the painted image. The finished piece then gets fired at an extremely high temperature to set the enamel. Explore a selection of black enamel jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Not to be confused with an emerald gemstone, an emerald-cut sapphire is a sapphire cut into a rectangular shape. An emerald-cut adds the illusion of flashing lights across the stone with its unique shape and step-cut along the edges. Browse a wide selection of sapphire jewelry in a variety of cuts on 1stDibs.