Enameling has long been a popular technique for fine jewelry, ranging from pins and charms to earrings and bracelets. The ancient process begins with powdered colored glass, or powdered clear glass that has been mixed with pigments, which is applied to a metal object and then fired until it melts. The result is a layer of pure color on a surface.
Variations of the technique in fine jewelry include cloisonné, in which the enamel is contained within walls of fine wire or metal, and plique à jour, which removes the metal backing behind the enamel so it’s translucent. One of the most sought makers of vintage enamel jewelry is Limoges.
Interviews & Articles
Christie Romero on Differences Between Fine and Costume Jewelry Over the Decades

I started out with general antiques and collectibles... I was a dealer for a while and bought and sold all kinds of things. Gradua… [more]
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All About Jewels Dictionary

This incredible reference dictionary on jewelry, from Enchantedlearning.com, is both beautiful and comprehensive. S… [read review or visit site]
Morning Glory Antiques and Jewelry

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Cathy Gordon's Jewelry Gallery

With its vast galleries featuring clear images of jewelry and style, this site really covers it all! Divided up by … [read review or visit site]
Jewel History

Since March of 2007, readers of Lori Ettlinger Gross’s JewelHistory blog have been treated to her weekly (sometim… [read review or visit site]
Clubs & Associations: Fine Jewelry
- American Society of Jewelry Historians
- Association for the Study of Jewelry and Related Arts
- Society of Jewellery Historians
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