Enamel Charms and Jewelry

At Jet Set Candy, enamel charms add a dash of fun and instant eye-candy to your look. Each begins as a meticulously crafted base—sterling silver, gold vermeil, or 14K gold—before being finished with a smooth, glossy layer of enamel. This glass-like coating captures vivid, recognizable details—think national flags, city skylines, or travel-inspired icons where color tells part of the story.

We enamel only when it matters—when color truly enhances the design. The Union Jack feels incomplete without its bold red cross and blue accents, while an Eiffel Tower is just as striking in polished metal. Enamel brings a touch of playfulness and instant recognition.

Caring for your charm is simple: avoid hard knocks, chemicals, and prolonged moisture, and store it dry and protected. With the right care, enamel keeps its luster for years. It’s durable for everyday wear but not indestructible—and unlike metal, it can’t typically be repaired if chipped.

Most enamel charms aren’t engravable, but a few—like our Air Mail design—feature metal areas made for personalization. Select designs are also available in mini versions, with simplified colors to suit the smaller scale.

Mixing enamel with all-metal charms is a Jet Set Candy signature. It’s how travelers build bracelets and necklaces that blend subtle luxury with bold pops of wanderlust-driven color. Because in the end, enamel charms aren’t just jewelry—they’re wearable postcards, tiny, vibrant mementos of where you’ve been and where you’re headed next.

Enamel charms feature smooth, colorful surfaces created by applying enamel, a glass-like coating, to the metal base. This gives the charm a glossy finish and adds vibrant, meaningful detail to the design. In contrast, all-metal charms have a polished, brushed, or textured finish without color.

Enamel works best when color adds meaning to the design such as flags, landscapes, or recognizable icons. Designs that rely heavily on texture or engraving are often better suited to all-metal versions.

No. Enamel is used selectively, only on styles where color enhances the story. Core collections like Passport Stamps, Luggage Tags, and Boarding Passes are intentionally all-metal for a clean, timeless look.

The weight is nearly the same. The primary difference is in texture. Enamel charms have a smooth, glossy surface, while all-metal charms typically have a polished or brushed metal finish.

Enamel is long-lasting when cared for properly, but it can chip if dropped or exposed to sharp impact. The color doesn’t tend to fade easily, but like any finish, it should be protected from rough handling, chemicals, and moisture.

• Avoid dropping or knocking the charm against hard surfaces
• Keep away from harsh chemicals, salt water, and chlorine
• Wipe clean with a soft cloth after wearing
• Store dry, in a protective pouch or box

Yes, with a bit of care. Enamel is durable for regular wear, but not indestructible. Avoid hard impacts and excessive friction, especially if layering with other charms.

Most enamel charms are not engravable, as the enamel surface doesn't allow for it. However, we do offer a few enamel styles, like our Air Mail Charm, that are specifically designed for personalization and include an area for engraving. If available, engraving will be listed on the product page.

Most enamel charms are available in sterling silver and gold vermeil, with select designs also offered in solid 14K gold. Due to cost and complexity, enamel is more commonly found in silver and vermeil.

Not all enamel charms are available in mini versions due to their detail. Meanwhile, some designs are offered only in mini size. Mini charms often feature simplified color layouts due to their smaller surface area.

In most cases, enamel cannot be repaired once it’s chipped. Because enamel is a fused, glass-like finish, restoration would require remaking the charm entirely. If your charm is damaged, our Customer Care team can help review your options.

Absolutely. Many customers use enamel charms as colorful focal points alongside all-metal styles. All Jet Set Candy charms are designed to mix and match across collections and finishes.