Gold-Tone and Turquoise Enamel Compass Rose Charm with Diamond Accents

This item is a circular charm or pendant, suspended from a small bail adorned with a single clear, round brilliant-cut stone, likely a diamond or cubic zirconia. The main body of the charm is a flat, circular disc featuring vibrant turquoise-colored enamel, with a polished gold-toned border around its circumference and defining the compass rose design. Centered on the turquoise enamel is a detailed gold-toned compass rose motif, which appears to be inlaid or applied on top of the enamel. At the very center of the compass rose, an additional small, round brilliant-cut stone, matching the one on the bail, is set, enhancing the design and adding sparkle. The metal appears to be yellow gold, based on its color and luster, and the connection to a thin gold-toned chain is visible, suggesting it is part of a necklace or bracelet. The craftsmanship appears to be fine, with clean lines and a smooth enamel finish. There are no immediate visible signs of significant wear, chipping, or damage to the enamel or metal, indicating it is in good to excellent condition. The design suggests a nautical, travel, or directional theme. Given the '925 stud earrings' context, it's possible this is part of a matching set or from the same collection, though this piece is clearly a charm/pendant. Its size appears to be quite small, suitable for a delicate chain.

Upon visual examination of the provided image, I have assessed this Gold-Tone and Turquoise Enamel Compass Rose Charm. The charm presents in good to excellent condition, with the turquoise-colored enamel appearing vibrant and intact, free from visible chips or cracks. The gold-toned metal work is clean, and the compass rose motif is well-defined. The two small, round brilliant-cut stones are described as 'diamond accents'. The primary factor influencing the value is the material composition. The term 'gold-tone' strongly suggests the item is made from a base metal (such as brass or sterling silver) with gold plating, rather than being solid gold. Similarly, without gemological testing, the 'diamond accents' could be genuine small diamonds, but they are more likely to be diamond simulants such as cubic zirconia, especially in gold-toned jewelry. The owner's mention of '925 stud earrings' might hint that the base metal is 925 sterling silver, which would slightly increase its value over a non-precious base metal. The market for gold-plated and enamel fashion jewelry is broad. Comparable new and pre-owned charms of similar style and materials typically trade in the lower-end of the market. The nautical or travel theme is popular, which adds to its appeal but does not make it exceptionally rare. Limitations: This appraisal is based solely on a high-resolution image and cannot be considered a full authentication. A definitive valuation requires physical inspection to test the metal for gold content (e.g., acid or XRF testing), verify if the base metal is sterling silver by checking for a '925' stamp, and perform gemological testing to confirm if the stones are diamonds or simulants. Without this in-person verification, the appraisal assumes non-precious materials.