Mma 18k
Antique 19th Century French Romantic Bangles
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Egyptian Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Zircon, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s Egyptian Contemporary Fashion Rings
Zircon, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s Egyptian Contemporary Dome Rings
Zircon, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s Egyptian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Zircon, Vermeil, Sterling Silver,...
2010s Egyptian Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Freshwater Pearl, Zircon, Vermeil, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Zircon, Silver, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
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2010s Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Desk Accessories
Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Druzy, Silver
Antique 1880s Link Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings
Garnet, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Brooches
Diamond
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Silver
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
2010s Egyptian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Lapis Lazuli, Freshwater Pearl, Zircon, Vermeil
Mid-20th Century English Band Rings
22k Gold
Antique 1770s Portuguese Georgian Dangle Earrings
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Silver
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1970s American Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces
Brass, Gilt Metal
20th Century French Cocktail Rings
Antique Early 19th Century British George III Drop Earrings
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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2010s Egyptian Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Zircon, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
2010s North American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Zircon, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Zircon, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
20th Century Band Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s American Band Rings
18k Gold
2010s Egyptian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Zircon, Vermeil, Silver, 18k Gold
2010s Egyptian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Zircon, Vermeil, Silver, 18k Gold
2010s Egyptian Contemporary Band Rings
Zircon, Vermeil
2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Zircon, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Zircon, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
2010s Egyptian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Zircon, Vermeil
2010s Egyptian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Zircon, Vermeil, Silver
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A Close Look at Contemporary Jewelry
Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.
Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.
This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.
Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.
Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.