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Vintage Silver & Blue Enamel Circle Brooch by Norwegian Designer Aksel Holmsen
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Vintage Silver & Blue Enamel Circle Brooch by Norwegian Designer Aksel Holmsen

1940 - 1960
Description

This very simple, yet stylish circular brooch has a lovely royal blue enamel over a textured silver base with linear accents.

The outer and inner circle edges and back have a lovely gilding with the maker's mark for renowned Norwegian designer Aksel Holmsen as well as 925S and 'Made in Norway Sterling' on the reverse.

A wonderful example of mid century Scandinavian silver and enamel. This would make a great gift and would add a splash of colour to any outfit.

Weight: 4g Length & Width: 2.9cm

Weights and measurements are approximate

Stock code: 170207

Declaration

Woodbridge Antiques has dated this Norwegian Enamel Circle Brooch to the 1950s.

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Description
This very simple, yet stylish circular brooch has a lovely royal blue enamel over a textured silver base with linear accents.
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The outer and inner circle edges and back have a lovely gilding with the maker's mark for renowned Norwegian designer Aksel Holmsen as well as 925S and 'Made in Norway Sterling' on the reverse.
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fig 1. A circular Norwegian brooch crafted in silver with vibrant cobalt blue guilloche enamel and fine geometric line patterns.
fig 1. Vintage Silver & Blue Enamel Circle Brooch by Norwegian Designer Aksel Holmsen

A wonderful example of mid century Scandinavian silver and enamel. This would make a great gift and would add a splash of colour to any outfit.

Weight: 4g Length & Width: 2.9cm

Weights and measurements are approximate

Stock code: 170207

Date of Manufacture

Woodbridge Antiques has dated this Norwegian Enamel Circle Brooch to the 1950s.

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SA1237332
Dealers Internal Ref
170207
Woodbridge Antiques
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Archive I A circular Norwegian brooch crafted in silver with vibrant cobalt blue guilloche enamel and fine geometric line patterns.

Vintage Silver & Blue Enamel Circle Brooch by Norwegian Designer Aksel Holmsen

Archive II A circular Norwegian brooch crafted in silver with vibrant cobalt blue guilloche enamel and fine geometric line patterns. View II
Archive III A circular Norwegian brooch crafted in silver with vibrant cobalt blue guilloche enamel and fine geometric line patterns. View III
Archive IV A circular Norwegian brooch crafted in silver with vibrant cobalt blue guilloche enamel and fine geometric line patterns. View IV
Archive V A circular Norwegian brooch crafted in silver with vibrant cobalt blue guilloche enamel and fine geometric line patterns. View V
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A circular Norwegian brooch crafted in silver with vibrant cobalt blue guilloche enamel and fine geometric line patterns.
Vintage silver & blue enamel circle brooch by Norwegian designer Aksel Holmsen
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A circular Norwegian brooch crafted in silver with vibrant cobalt blue guilloche enamel and fine geometric line patterns.
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  • ObjectBrooches
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modernist
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Enamel, Silver Gilt
  • ColourCobalt Blue, Silver
  • MotifsCircle motif, Guilloche engine turning, Concentric banding

This circular vintage brooch from 1950 by Norwegian designer Aksel Holmsen is formed from silver gilt and sterling silver with a vibrant royal blue enamel finish over a textured base. The piece incorporates guilloche engine turning, fine geometric line patterns at four points, and concentric banding, alongside a simple horizontal pin and closure visible on the back. The surface displays royal blue, silver, and gold colours with polished metal edges. Measuring 2.9 cm across with a weight of 4 g, the brooch is designed as a wearable accessory to add colour to an outfit today. The Mid-Century Modernist style incorporates clean lines and minimalist circular geometry typical of Scandinavian design from the period. The maker's mark for Aksel Holmsen, alongside 925S and 'Made in Norway Sterling', is stamped on the reverse side. The brooch functions as a wearable jewellery piece suitable for fastening to garments.

FAQs

During the mid-20th century, Norwegian silversmiths developed a globally recognised industry specialising in guilloche enamel on sterling silver. Workshops produced minimalist, nature-inspired, and geometric designs using intricate engine-turning techniques underneath translucent enamel layers.

These brooches are typically crafted from high-grade sterling silver, often featuring a gilded finish known as silver-gilt or vermeil. The decorative surface is achieved by applying fused vitreous glass powder over engine-turned metal patterns.

Authentic pieces carry makers marks, most commonly a pair of crossed pliers alongside silver purity stamps such as 925S or STERLING NORWAY. The craftsmanship displays precise engine-turning lines beneath clear, bubble-free vitreous enamel.

Enamel brooches can be fastened to blazer lapels, winter coats, silk scarves, or woollen knitwear to add a structured accent of colour. They are also frequently worn grouped together on denim jackets or tailored garments.

Wipe the piece gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth to remove oils and tarnish. Avoid submersion in liquid silver dips or ultrasonic cleaners, as harsh chemicals and vibrations can chip glass enamel or damage original gilding.
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