1950s David Andersen Green Enamel Jewelry | Bracelet & Earrings
$350.00
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1950s David Andersen green enamel jewelry set with gold gilt.
Capture the brilliance of mid-century Scandinavian design with this striking David Andersen green enamel jewelry set.
✅ Approx. Sizes (cm):
- Bracelet: 7″ long x 0.50″ (17.4 x 1.27).
- Earrings: .50″ x .50″ (1.27).
✅ Condition: Very good.
✅ Era: 1950s.
✅ Mark/Label: Norway sterling, 925 S D-A. Scale, W in circle.
✅ Only one set.
This 1950s 1950s David Andersen green enamel jewelry glows in guilloché and gold gilt over sterling. Mid-century magic in every leaf.
1950s Guilloché Enamel Jewelry Set
This brilliant green enamel jewelry set by David Andersen of Norway showcases the refined artistry of 1950s Scandinavian design. The set includes a linked leaf bracelet and matching clip-on earrings, each crafted in sterling silver with a glowing gold gilt finish on the reverse and vivid guilloché enamel on the front.
Set Includes:
- Bracelet: Linked leaf design with a secure tab insert clasp. The back of each leaf is finished in gold gilt, adding warmth and contrast.
- Earrings: Matching clip-on leaves, same size and style as the bracelet links, also featuring gold gilt backs.
Details:
- Material: Sterling silver with green guilloché enamel and gold gilt (vermeil) backing.
- Markings: “925 S Sterling Norway” with the David Andersen maker’s mark (scales), “D-A,” and a “W” in a circle on both pieces.
- Era: 1950s.
- Condition: Very good vintage condition. Light patina on the back; enamel is vibrant and intact.
Measurements (approx.):
- Bracelet: 7″ long x 0.5″ wide.
- Earrings: 0.5″ x 0.5″.
The shimmering green enamel paired with warm gold gilt gives this set an elevated elegance. It’s a beautiful variation in David Andersen’s beloved leaf series—ideal for collectors or anyone who appreciates fine mid-century design with a natural twist.
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ABOUT DAVID ANDERSEN JEWELRY
About David Andersen
The Beginning
David Andersen (1843–1901) launched his namesake jewelry company in Oslo, Norway (then Christiania) in 1876. As a master goldsmith and entrepreneur, he quickly earned a reputation for crafting high-quality silver and enamel jewelry known for its Nordic elegance.
The Son Takes Over
After David’s death in 1901, his son Arthur Andersen took the helm. Arthur expanded the company’s international reach and modernized production, turning David Andersen into one of Norway’s most prominent jewelry houses. Throughout the 20th century, the firm became especially famous for its intricate guilloché enamel work.
Mid-Century Prominence
By the 1950s, the company embraced the clean lines and organic shapes of Scandinavian modernism. This blue enamel set reflects that era’s spirit—bold, refined, and endlessly collectible.
Nature motifs like leaves and petals were especially beloved during this era, symbolizing freshness and simplicity. This set, with its sculptural lines and brilliant blue, is a classic example of the postwar shift toward organic forms and refined craftsmanship.
ABOUT GUILLOCHE ENAMEL
Guilloché (gee-oh-SHAY) enamel combines two intricate techniques. First, a precise, engine-turned pattern is engraved into the silver—think waves or fine leaf veins. Then, translucent enamel is layered over the surface, allowing the pattern beneath to shine through with luminous depth. The result is a glowing, almost iridescent finish that changes with the light. This old-world method brought a distinctive richness to mid-century Scandinavian jewelry.
ABOUT GOLD GILT (Vermiel)
About Gold Gilt (Vermeil)
Gold gilt, also called vermeil, refers to a layer of gold applied over sterling silver—usually through a process like electroplating. It gives the piece the warm luster of gold while maintaining the strength and value of solid silver underneath.
In this set, David Andersen used gold gilt on the reverse side of the bracelet and earrings, creating a rich contrast to the vibrant green enamel. This technique was common in mid-century Norwegian jewelry and adds another layer of elegance and durability to each design.
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