Art Deco Walter Lampl 14k Yellow Gold, Amethyst, Seed Pearl, and Enamel Pendant Brooch

A captivating jewel of the Jazz Age, this circa 1925 Art Deco pendant brooch by Walter Lampl embodies the exuberance, sophistication, and modern spirit of the Roaring Twenties. Crafted in 14k yellow gold and richly accented with amethyst, delicate seed pearls, and luminous enamel, it reveals the period’s fascination with vivid color, refined geometry, and inventive ornament.

Walter Lampl established his eponymous jewelry company in New York in 1921 and became known for his imaginative, eclectic designs and his motto, “Creators of the Unusual, As Usual.” His jewelry embraced colorful gemstones and unconventional combinations, reflecting the increasingly cosmopolitan character of American jewelry during the 1920s.

This jewel is particularly evocative of that moment of transformation. The warmth of yellow gold and soft luster of seed pearls recall traditional fine jewelry, while the saturated amethyst and boldly contrasting enamel lend the piece a distinctly modern Art Deco sensibility. Designed to function as both brooch and pendant, it captures the era’s love of versatility, glamour, and individual expression, a sophisticated example of Walter Lampl’s distinctive contribution to American jewelry of the Jazz Age.

• Circa 1925

• Stamped “14k”, with Walter Lampl “WL” maker's mark; tests 14k yellow gold.  

• One octagonal mixed-cut amethyst weighing approximately 26.50 carats

• Numerous seed pearls

• Black and green enamel 

• Measures 1 ⅛ x ⅞ in.

• Estimated gross weight: 10.3 grams

• Excellent vintage condition, wear in the form of minor scratches, and wear appropriate with age.