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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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
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
Octogon Stud Earrings 18k White Gold Blue Enamel 292 Diamonds 2 Tanzanites
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer square stud earrings with flattened corners 18k white gold, Soirée collection, translucent electric blue vitreous enamel, 292 diamonds, total 1.46 ct, G VS, brilliant cu...
Tanzanite, Diamond, Gold, Enamel, White Gold, 18k Gold
Round Stud Earrings - 18k White Gold - Blue Enamel Guilloche 48 Diamonds 0.30 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer rund stud earrings 18k white gold, Candy collection, translucent petrol blue vitreous enamel, guilloche, 48 diamonds, total 0,30 ct, G VS, diameter app. 12.2 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: V1618/PE/00/00/101 Brand: VICTOR MAYER Collection: Candy Material: 18k white gold Vitreous enamel: translucent petrol blue, guilloche Diamonds: 40 diamonds...
Diamond, White Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold, Gold
Round Drop Earrings - 18k White Gold - Silver Fondant Enamel 78 Diamonds 0.45 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round drop earrings 18k white gold, Trance collection, silver fondant vitreous enamel, guilloche, 78 diamonds, total 0.45 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, diameter app. 12.5 mm ...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Round Drop Earrings 18k Yellow Gold Medium Blue Enamel 2 Diamonds 0.08 ct 10 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round drop earrings 18k yellow gold, Candy collection, translucent medium blue vitreous enamel, 2 diamonds total 0,08 ct, G VS, diameter app. 10.0 mm About the creator...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Round Diamond & Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style Drop 14K White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Exquisite early Art Deco inspired Diamond and Blue Sapphire earrings. The central Diamond is surrounded by finely set double halo sapphires to an outer creating a chic octagonal form...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Oval Long Dangle Earrings with Blue Sapphires 5.30ct & Diamonds 18Kt White Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Oval long dangle earrings with round Blue Sapphires and pave white brilliant cut diamonds handcrafted in 18Kt white gold. Like constellations suspended in silver space, these sapphire drop earrings capture the quiet drama of a starlit sky. Clusters of deep blue sapphires — each one a tiny universe — are set within elongated ovals of 18k white gold, framed in shimmering pavé diamonds that glimmer with every subtle movement. The composition is bold yet refined, balancing depth and delicacy. With a secure lever-back closure and perfect drop length, these earrings are made to dance in candlelight — the kind of piece that doesn’t just adorn, but illuminates. Perfect for evening elegance or a signature day look with an edge of mystery. This jewelry piece belongs to Metalloplasies Collection, fragments of creativity, representing all different paths Nicofilimon has walked on during his career. A romantic jewelry...
White Diamond, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 1.11 Carat Blue Round Diamond and Blue Sapphire Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A brilliant sparkle shines supreme from these glorious 18k white gold dangle earrings. An openwork oval hoop silhouette gives this pair a chic, contemporary vibe. Round white diamond...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 1.11 Carat Blue Round Diamond and Blue Sapphire Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A brilliant sparkle shines supreme from these glorious 18k white gold dangle earrings. An openwork oval hoop silhouette gives this pair a chic, contemporary vibe. Round white diamond...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Royal Blue Sapphire Dangle Earrings
Located in Lexington, KY
This is an absolutely breathtaking pair of earrings in 18k white gold with a stunning selection of bright white diamonds and rich royal blue sapphires. The earrings have a classic da...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Blue Sapphire Dangle Earrings Diamonds 3.2 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 2 Blue Sapphires = 3.05 Carats 18 White Diamonds = 0.17 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Dimensions: 24 x ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
