Renowned for intricate and sophisticated jewelry, the Victor Mayer company has created personal adornments of the highest quality for over a century. Using complex guilloche and enamel techniques, the German manufacturer is known for its hoop earrings, pendants and cufflinks, while its authentic Victor Mayer Fabergé egg pendants, featuring delicate embellishments and exquisite enameling, have been especially popular with generations of connoisseurs.
Aftering studying at the Grand Ducal School of Arts and Crafts in Weimar, Germany, and training for three years in Vienna, Victor Mayer opened his jewelry business in 1890, in Pforzheim, Germany. His craftsmanship rapidly gained renown across Europe.
Ever mindful of evolving tastes, the company underwent three major style changes in Mayer’s lifetime, beginning with a focus on the Belle Époque of the late 19th century. It later adapted when Mayer saw that Art Nouveau was taking off around the world. The company remained operational during the first World War, and then once again adjusted its style to match the rising influence of Art Deco.
World War II shut down the Victor Mayer company, as jewelry was considered a non-essential wartime industry. After the war ended, the company slowly reopened and experienced a slight uptick in business.
Mayer died in 1946. His son, Oscar, and businessman Edmund Mohr managed the company together until the 1960s. Under Mohr and Mayer, it became a leader in producing fine accessories for gentlemen, while continuing to create jewelry for women.
In the 1960s, Mayer’s son, Hubert, and Mohr’s son, Herbert, succeeded their fathers. The duo steered the company in a new — but classic — creative direction. While in art school, Mohr had absorbed all he could regarding the artistic patronage of the Tsars. In the 1980s, he designed the company’s Esprit de Fabergé collection, which was modeled after the exuberant style of the master Fabergé crafters.
In 1989, the long-dormant House of Fabergé appointed the Victor Mayer company to be its workmaster until 2009. During this time, the company not only grew its customer base throughout Europe, Southeast Asia and North America, it revived the Fabergé jewelry line.
In 2005, Mohr retired, and his son, Marcus, took over the company’s management. Under his leadership, the Victor Mayer jewelry company continues to thrive and produce incomparable works of timeless elegance.
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Square Dangle Earrings 18k White Gold 28 Diamonds 0.70 ct 2 Topaz 2 Prasiolite
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer long square shaped dangle earrings 18k white gold, guilloche, Era Collection, 28 diamonds, total 0.70 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, 2 blue topaz, 2 prasiolite, cabochon Abou...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Victor Mayer Aquamarine Diamond Guilloché Enamel Drop Earrings in Yellow Gold
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Celeste Drop Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold with Two Cushion-Cut Aquamarines, Opalescent Turquoise Guilloché Enamel and 1.20 Carats of Diamonds Two cushion-cut aquamarines, translucent opalescent turquoise vitreous enamel and brilliant-cut diamonds define these Celeste drop earrings by Victor Mayer. The earrings are handcrafted in 18k yellow gold and combine traditional guilloché and vitreous-enamel techniques with open, articulated gemstone settings. Each aquamarine measures approximately 16 × 16 × 6.2 mm and is faceted on both the front and reverse, allowing light to enter the gemstone from several directions. Each aquamarine is secured in an open seven-claw setting. Three of the seven claws are each set with one brilliant-cut diamond, giving a total of six diamonds with a combined weight of approximately 1.20 carats, graded G colour and VS clarity. The aquamarine settings are suspended from round enamelled upper elements and move gently when worn. Each slightly domed enamel bouton measures approximately 12.45 mm in diameter. Beneath the translucent opalescent turquoise vitreous enamel, a guilloché motif creates depth and a subtle play of reflected light. A polished yellow-gold rim frames each enamel element. Victor Mayer has specialised in traditional jewellery-making techniques since 1890. In its Pforzheim manufactory, vitreous enamel is applied in successive layers and fired at approximately 800 degrees Celsius. The cool blue of the aquamarines, the opalescent turquoise enamel and the warmth of polished yellow gold create a refined contrast. Their articulated construction introduces gentle movement while preserving the clear geometry of the cushion-cut gemstones and round enamel boutons. The earrings are supplied in a Victor Mayer jewellery...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Gold, Yellow Gold
Drop Earrings 18k White Gold Blue Vitreous Enamel 2 Diamonds 0.14 Carat
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop shaped earrings 18k white gold, Dew Drop collection, translucent royal blue vitreous enamel, 2 diamonds, total 0,14 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, measurements app. 23.6...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Leave Earrings 18k White Gold/Yellow Gold Turquoise Enamel 102 Diamonds 0.86 Ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer leave shaped earrings 18k White Gold and Yellow Gold, Serenade collection, translucent opalescent turquoise vitreous enamel, 102 diamonds, total 0.86 ct, G VS, brilliant...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Square Stud Earrings 18k white Gold 28 Diamonds 0.70 ct 2 Blue Topaz Cabochon
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer square shaped stud earrings 18k white gold, guilloche, Era collection, 28 diamonds, total 0.70 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, 2 blue topaz, cabochon About the creator Victor ...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Round Dangle Earrings - 18k White Gold - Electric Blue Enamel 80 Diamond 1.53 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round dangle earrings 18k white gold, Soirée collection, translucent electric blue vitreous enamel, 80 diamonds, total 1.53 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, diameter 13.2 mm A...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Aquamarine and diamonds drop dangle earrings 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Gorgeous aquamarine and diamonds drop dangle studs earrings in 18ct white gold. Composed of trillion cut light blue sky aquamarine gemstone accented by pear shaped and round brillia...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Blue Oval Shape Aquamarine & Diamond Art Deco Style Drop 14K White Gold Earrings
Located in Tysons, VA
One of the most magnificent pair of aquamarine and diamond drop earrings from the Art Deco era inspiration. Exquisitely hand made in white gold, each earring is set with an approx. 3...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Platinum & 14k White Gold Aquamarine & Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Bloomington, MN
Platinum & 14k White Gold Aquamarine & Diamond Drop Earrings Crafted in platinum with 14k white gold elements, these elegant drop earrings center on luminous cushion-cut aqu...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Aquamarine diamond drop earrings 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Aquamarine and diamonds drop earrings 18k white gold. Art deco style drop earrings composed of aquamarine pear shaped with round brilliant diamonds drop earrings set in 18k white gol...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 6.20 Carat Aquamarine 1 Carat Diamond 15k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique 6.20 carat aquamarine and 1 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold and platinum set drop earrings; part of our antique aquamarine jewelry...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Aquamarine with Diamond Earrings set in 18K White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Aquamarine 3.17 carats with Diamond 1.56 carats Earrings set in 18K White Gold Settings Width: 2.0 cm Length: 4.9 cm Total Weight: 17.14 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 whe...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
