An unusual 15ct gold Swiss enamel necklace that was made circa 1830. There are 22 sections including the clasp. 21 are double sided and feature different coloured birds on varied backgrounds.<\/p>\n
Swiss enamel jewellery has a rich and intricate history. The Swiss are known for their precision and craftsmanship and so Switzerland became a significant hub for the production of enamelled jewellery. This exquisite art form, characterised by its vibrant colours and detailed designs, quickly gained popularity among the European elite who embarked on the Grand Tour. in the early 1800s.<\/p>\n
The art of enamelling involves fusing powdered glass to a metal surface, often gold or silver, through intense heat. Swiss artisans mastered this technique, producing pieces that were not only beautiful but also durable. The Jura region, in particular, became renowned for its skilled craftsmen who specialised in creating delicate enamelled watches, brooches, and pendants.<\/p>\n
This necklace may well have been a long guard chain but has been shortened at some point. However it fits neatly around the neck and is very decorative to wear.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
An unusual 15ct gold Swiss enamel necklace that was made circa 1830. There are 22 sections including the clasp. 21 are double sided and feature different coloured birds on varied backgrounds. Swiss enamel jewellery has a rich and intricate history. The Swiss are known for their precision and craftsmanship and so Switzerland became a significant […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1000000940903,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"1":"product","6":"type-vintage-necklaces","7":"period-georgian","8":"material-enamel","9":"material-gold","10":"material-metals","11":"gold-carat-15-carat-gold","13":"first","14":"instock","15":"shipping-taxable","16":"purchasable","17":"product-type-simple"},"acf":[],"yoast_head":"