Enamel Jewelry Value & Price Guide

Enamel jewelry is a vibrant category of collectibles that uses fused powdered glass to create durable, colorful designs on metal surfaces. From intricate Victorian mourning pieces to bold mid-century modern floral brooches, these items are prized for their artistic craftsmanship and permanent pigment.

Price Range: $75 - $90 based on recent sales

History of Enamel Jewelry

The art of enameling dates back to ancient civilizations, but it saw a massive resurgence during the Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods when jewelers experimented with translucency and geometric patterns. In the mid-20th century, mass-produced enamel jewelry became a staple of costume fashion, offering affordable pops of color through whimsical nature-inspired motifs like daisies and animals.

Value Factors for Enamel Jewelry

The typical price range for Enamel Jewelry is $75 - $90 based on recent sales. However, values can vary depending on the item's condition, rarity, and other factors such as:

• The complexity of the enameling technique, with multi-colored Cloisonne typically fetching higher prices than simple cold-painted enamel.
• The base metal used, where sterling silver or gold foundations provide a higher floor value than brass or copper.
• The condition of the enamel, as chips and losses are difficult and expensive to repair without visible seams.

Tips for Buying Enamel Jewelry

• Inspect the surface under magnification for 'flea bites' or hairline cracks which significantly reduce the value of glass-based coatings.
• Identify the specific technique used, such as Cloisonne with its wire cells or Champleve where enamel fills recessed cavities in the metal.
• Check for maker marks on the reverse side, as designer names like Hermes or Gucci can command a significant premium over unsigned pieces.

Items in This Collection

• Hermes Enamel Bangle Bracelet
• Russian Lacquer Brooch
• Cloisonne Bangle Bracelet
• Vintage Enamel Ring
• Sterling Silver Enamel Ring
• J. Crew Venus Flytrap Necklace
• Enamel Cross Pendant
• Cloisonne Enamel Ring
• Art Deco Enamel Earrings
• Gucci Enamel Ring
• Enamel Daisy Earrings
• Enamel Flower Pendant
• Enamel Heart Pendant
• Enamel Elephant Pendant
• White Enamel Flower Brooch
• Art Deco Enamel Bracelet
• Catherine Popesco Brooch