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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Oval Floral Locket Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Red/Orange Enamel 3 Diamonds 0.04 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant with floral ornaments 18k yellow gold, Tropicana Collection, translucent red, orange vitreous enamel, 3 diamonds, total 0.04 ct, G VS, m...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Oval Locket Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Red Vitreous Enamel 37 Diamonds 0.29 ct G VS
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant 18k yellow gold, Victoria collection, translucent red vitreous enamel, gold paillons, 37 diamonds, total 0.29 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, measurements a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Red Enamel 37 Diamonds 0.29 ct G VS
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Victoria collection, translucent red vitreous enamel, gold paillons, 37 diamonds, total 0.29 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, measurements app. 25 mm x 35 mm About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is internationally renowned for elegant timeless designs and unrivalled expertise in historic craftsmanship. Lovers of the extraordinary appreciate the beauty of Victor Mayer's designs, which use extremely rare techniques such as genuine enamel or elaborate engravings. Since 1890, the company has stood for the finest jewellery Hand Made in Germany. It is an open secret that the most renowned brands, such as Fabergé, entrust the company with the production of their most exquisite collections. Reference: V1757/AR/00/00/102_48958/00/00/00/10256 Brand: VICTOR MAYER Collection: Victoria Material: 18k yellow gold Vitreous enamel: translucent red, gold paillons Diamonds: 37 diamonds, total 0.29 ct, G VS brilliant cut Measurements: app. 25 mm x 35 mm Anchor chain 48958/00/00/00/10256 is included, Length: 56 cm About lockets by Victor Mayer: Victor Mayer creates lockets to a degree of perfection and beauty matched by scarcely any other manufacture. This is reflected in the high precious metal weight. The gold shells and all moving parts such as the hinge, the picture frame and the bail are extremely durable. The bail is conveniently equipped with a clasp mechanism. > Send us two of your favourite photos. We fit them into your locket free of charge. About vitreuos enamel: The inimitably luminous colours are literally created "in the fire": layer by layer, enamel is carefully fired in at 800 degrees Celsius. During guilloching, the finest wave patterns are engraved into the gold, creating a unique depth effect. Vitreous means made of glass: the ancient technique is almost forgotten today and Victor Mayer is perhaps the last manufactory to master it at the highest level. About Paillons Paillons are shaped emblems of gold foil. They are fused to a pre-fired enamel grounding and coated with clear enamels. This creates an illusion of chased metal...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Yellow Enamel 37 Diamonds 0.29 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant 18k yellow gold, Victoria collection, translucent autumn yellow vitreous enamel, gold paillons, 37 diamonds, total 0.29 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, meas...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Oval Locket Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Yellow Vitreous Enamel 37 Diamonds 0.29 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant 18k yellow gold, Victoria collection, translucent autumn yellow vitreous enamel, gold paillons, 37 diamonds, total 0.29 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, meas...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Oval Pendant Locket Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Enamel 43 Diamonds 0.55 ct G VS
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant locket necklace 18k yellow gold, Merian Collection, opalscent raspberry vitreous enamel, 43 diamonds, total 0.55 ct G VS, measurements app. 24.7 mm x 14.8 m...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Carved Carnelian Yellow Gold Enamel Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Art Deco carved carnelian and enamel handmade pendant necklace. Experience the luxury of timeless elegance. Two oval carved orange carnelians which are conntected by two 14k yellow gold enameled...
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Fabergé Floral Enamel Egg Pendant
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delicate antique Fabergé egg pendant. This Russian piece has been crafted from 14ct yellow gold and features intricate floral detail...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Retro 1960s Red Gem 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Shaped Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This vintage pendant features a claw-set round red stone in the center on a striated gold star applique. The whole forms an oval...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faberge by Victor Mayer 18k Yellow Gold Fleur Di Lis Guilloche Enamel Locket
Located in New York, NY
This limited edition Fabergé by Victor Mayer locket is crafted in 18k yellow gold with richly colored guilloché enamel, presenting a refined oval silhouette with luminous depth and i...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace with Oval Coral and Round Zirconium Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Kt Yellow Gold 18 inch Necklace with Oval Coral and Round Zirconium Pendant 3.78 grams total weight
Coral, Zircon, 14k Gold
Flower Motif Locket Pendant Old Mine Diamond Pearlescent Enamel 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a museum quality antique locket pendant necklace in a magnificent raised flower motif design with Old Mine Cut Diamonds, Pearls and adorned with Pearlescent Enamel. The lock...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
