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Find Out MoreThe term “Plique-à-jour” (French for “letting in daylight”) is a vitreous enamelling technique where the enamelA pigmented glass-like material used in powdered form and fused onto the metal surface of a piece of jewellery. is applied in cells, similar to cloisonné, but with no backing, so light can shine through the transparent or translucent enamel. It is in effect a miniature version of stained-glass and is considered very challenging technically. The technique uses a temporary backing that after firing is dissolved by acid or rubbed away. These silverA metallic element which is malleable and ductile, and white in colour, making it ideal for use in jewellery. It is usually mixed with copper to improve its hardness.
curved earrings are a good example of the technique.
Buying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
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