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Contemporary Jewelry

CONTEMPORARY STYLE

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.

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Period: 1990s
Style: Contemporary
1990's 2.71 CTW Asscher Cut Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an asscher cut sapphire weighing 1.95 carats total - transparent dark blue in color Natural Thai in origin - set with split prongs in basket and flanked by stepped shoulde...
Category

1990s Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary MAZ Topaz and Shell Earrings
By Maz
Located in Dubai, DU
These undulating 14KT earrings are one of the fun pieces we’ve had the pleasure of acquiring. Taking an artful twist on the oceanic motif. Set with quatrefoil of heart-shaped blue to...
Category

1990s North American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Topaz, 14k Gold

Vintage Guilloche Brown Enamel 18 Karat White Gold Channel Band Stack Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring features a recessed guilloche enamel channel fully around. Transparent medium brown in color - glossed over engraved grid pattern. With high polished white gold surround. T...
Category

1990s Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Hidalgo Vintage Guilloche Red Enamel 18 Karat White Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Band ring features a recessed guilloche enamel channel fully around. Transparent medium red in color - glossed over engraved linear pattern. With high polished white gold surround. S...
Category

1990s Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Dolphin Brooch Natural Pearl & Diamonds in Yellow Gold & Platinum
Located in Tampa, FL
This truly one of a kind Tiffany & Co. brooch features a baroque natural pearl as the central design feature emulating the body and nose of a dol...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Gents Platinum and 18K yellow gold diamond band ring set with 15 full cut round diamonds weighing 68cts Finger size 9.5, may be sized
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

18 Karat Gold Diamond Engagement Ring Set with 1.22 Carat Round Diamond by Nova
Located in Chicago, IL
18K yellow gold engagement ring mounting by Nova, channel set with 20 full cut round diamonds weighing .53cts, G-H colors VS clarity and pr...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

3.33 Carat Aquamarine and 1.55 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 3.33 carat aquamarine and 1.55 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold dress ring; part of our diverse aquamarine jewellery...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Stunning 14 Karat White Gold Bow Design Pave Diamond Necklace with Five Chains
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning 14K white gold bow design, pave diamond necklace, weighing 1.80cts total, with five chains. Length 15.5 inches
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Stunning Platinum Baguette and Round Diamond Flexible Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning platinum bracelet, flexible, set with 38 baguette diamonds weighing 5.80cts and 76 full cut round diamonds weighing 3.80cts, FG color, VS clarity. 6.75 inches in length ...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

1990's South Sea Pearl 27.30cts Diamond Platinum Dangle Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Be the center of attention with this stunning South Sea Pearl Diamond Platinum Dangle Choker Necklace weighing approximately 88.2 grams. Expertly crafted in solid luxurious Platinum...
Category

1990s Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

1990s Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive contemporary 0.62 carat diamond and 18k white gold solitaire style engagement ring; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and i...
Category

1990s English Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stunning Sapphire Diamond Platinum Band Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning platinum, 18K yellow gold band ring, channel set with 5 Princess cut diamonds weighing about .65cts, G color, VS clarity, and 10 Baguette blue sapphires weighing about .60ct...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Estate Boulder Opal yellow gold omega and post earrings, circa 1990s. These Australian boulder opals were custom set in 18k yellow gold bezel settings. The opals have red blue an...
Category

1990s Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Green Enamel Cufflinks With Ruby Cabochon eyes in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Green Enamel Cufflinks With Ruby Cabochon eyes Details: Measurements: 24.0 mm x 18.0 mm x 7.0 mm Weight: 28.3 grams
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Denise Roberge Pink and Green Tourmaline Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Denise Roberge round 18 karat gold earrings with beautifully colored pink and green tourmalines. The central oval stone is approximately .5 carats and the round green stones are appr...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Chrome Diopside Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Cufflinks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chrome diopside diamond black onyx and yellow gold cufflinks by Denton. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #C-DJ829D. Scroll down for specifications. Reminiscent of...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Betony Vernon "17 Pearls Parure" Necklace Bracelet Ring 18 Karat Gold in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
Betony Vernon's distinguished "17 Pearls Parure" includes the "Five Pearls Choker", "Five Pearls Bracelet" and the "String of Pearls Ring". The Five Pearl...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Mylor Modern Ring In 18Kt White Gold With 1.54 Cts In Alexandrite And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Engagement ring designed by Mylor. Beautiful contemporary classic ring, crafted in solid white gold of 18 karats, with high polished and millegrain finish. Featuring in the center i...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Alexandrite, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

3 Blue Sapphire Oval Cabs Gold Diamonds Pear Shape Baroque Pearls Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elegant and completely handmade Earrings consisting of an upper part of 3 oval shape Blue Sapphires 4 mm x 5 mm set together in 14 Kt yellow gold with 2 small diamonds in the center, at the bottom 2 nice big size white color and high luster Pear Shape Baroque...
Category

1990s Thai Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

17 Carat Ruby Oval Cabochon 14 Kt Gold 12 Full Cut Round Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unusual 17 Carats Ruby oval cab ( 13,3 mm. x 11,6 mm.) set with 3,7 grams of 14 kt white gold, 12 round full cut diamonds of 0,05 ct. each = 0,6 carats total diamonds weight Ring Sha...
Category

1990s Thai Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

18 Carat Natural Ruby Oval Cabochon Gold Full Cut Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
!8 carat burgundy color oval Ruby cabochon ( 15 mm x 12 mm) set with 4,5 grams of 14 kt.white gold, 16 round full cut diamonds of 0,05 ct each = 0,8 ct total diamond weight Ring Sh...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Tassel Drop Earrings Circa 1990
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A stylish pair of vintage tassel drop earrings made from 9ct yellow gold dating from late 20th century. These are perfect vintage earrings ideal for everyday wear, not to over stylis...
Category

1990s English Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring with Pave Heart
Located in Chicago, IL
Marlene Stowe 18K yellow gold ring with pave heart set with 16 full cut round diamonds weighing .36cts total. Width tapers from 1/2 inch to 3/8 inch
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Cigar Diamond Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.15 Carats 13.7 Grams
Located in New York, NY
Stamped T&C, this 18 Karat yellow gold cigar ring features one bezel diamond weighing approximately 0.15 carats. 10.84 MM Wide
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Charles Krypell Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charles Krypell ruby diamond yellow gold earrings, circa 1990s. These Charles Krypell Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings with posts and omega backs are a stunning example of timeless...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Outstanding Blue Teal Purple and Black Faux Gem Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Striking Statement Necklace; rich Blue Teal, Purple and Black Faux Gems set in Black Japanned metal mounting; approx. 19.5 inches long; can be worn shorter wi...
Category

1990s Contemporary Jewelry

Vintage Swatch The Poet GP107 Year 1993 Original Box
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful Swatch Vintage from the 1993 collection. A design that speaks for itself, along the strap you can recognize the work of De Chirico "The poet...
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Jewelry

Three Row Woven Net Motif Bracelet 41.2 Grams 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Three row woven net mesh bracelet weighing 41.2 grams in 18 karat yellow gold.
Category

1990s Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Piaget White Gold Half Hoop Earrings with Diamonds
Located in Darnestown, MD
Piaget white gold 18 karat half hoop earrings with a .25 carat diamond in the middle of each. The diamonds are set in a raised band that intentionally can move. A double ribbed gold ...
Category

1990s Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Articulated Diamond Ruby Sapphire Yellow Gold Clown Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Articulated diamond ruby sapphire yellow gold clown pendant, circa 1990s. This Articulated Diamond Ruby Sapphire Yellow Gold Clown Pendant is not just a piece of jewelry, it is a wo...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kieselstein Cord Gold Buckle Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Unusual gold earrings by Barry Kieselstein Cord. They are in the form of a buckle, done in the greenish 18 karat gold for which he is known. The details of the earrings have a nice ...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Blackamoor Gold Gemstone Ring With Amethyst, Opal And Diamonds
Located in Dubai, DU
A captivating and unusual late 20th-century gemstone ring with a substantial presence that’s sure to make a lasting impression. This exquisite statement piece features an articulated...
Category

1990s North American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Sterling Ruby Cabochon Ring Size 9
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous estate ring is sterling silver. It features a 9x11mm cabochon cut ruby. The face of this ring measures 7/16 of an inch north to south with a rise of 9mm off the finger...
Category

1990s North American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Sterling Silver

Vintage 18ct Gold Pearl Ring With Mabé Pearl And Diamonds
Located in Dubai, DU
You can almost see yourself shimmer in this ultra-lustrous gold pearl ring! Measuring an eye-catching 15mm and boasting the finest snow-white colour, the round mabe cultured pearl ca...
Category

1990s Central American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Huge Vintage Sterling Silver 13.5 Carat Sapphire Cluster Ring Size 10
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous vintage, domed ring is sterling silver. It features 27 oval cut 6x4mm sapphires with an estimated carat weight of 13.5. The face of this ring measures 1 1/4 inches with...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Mathon Paris Diamonds, Sapphires, Chalcedony and White Gold Earrings
Located in Paris, IDF
Fleurs de lagon Earrings by Mathon Paris at Second Petale Gallery Be captivated by the Vintage Fleurs de lago earrings! About the Gemstones : 14 Diamonds : 0.75cts 10 Blue sapphire...
Category

1990s French Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Chalcedony, Diamond, White Gold

Scarce Coco Chanel 1994 Fall/Winter Monumental Cream Pearl Necklace "Sautoir"
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Scarce vintage Coco Chanel 1994 fall/winter cream pearl necklace - this important classic/contemporary Chanel necklace is comprised out of large c...
Category

1990s French Contemporary Jewelry

Emerald Diamond White Gold Dome Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald and diamond white gold dome ring, circa 1990s. This emerald and diamond white gold dome ring is a timeless piece of jewelry that exudes elegance and sophistication. Crafte...
Category

1990s Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stephen Dweck Sterling Silver Baltic Amber Bracelet
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Stephen Dweck Sterling Silver Baltic Amber Bracelet. The large oval Baltic Amber cabochon is bezel-set with a beaded surround. The Amber cabocho...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Amber, Sterling Silver

Blue Topaz Tourmaline Diamond Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue Topaz Tourmaline Diamond silver and yellow gold slide pendant, circa 1990s. This Blue Topaz pendant is one show stopper! The scale and boldness along with fine hand made cra...
Category

1990s Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Atlas Cuff Bracelet Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous Tiffany & Co. Atlas cuff bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold is a timeless and elegant piece of jewelry that exudes sophistication and luxury. The sleek and minimalist des...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Forever Platinum Men's Wedding Band Ring 4.5mm
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Classic wedding band ring from the Forever collection finely crafted in platinum. Made in 1999. Fully hallmarked with logo and metal content. Ring Specifications Brand...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Platinum

Hermes Kelly Gold Cadena Lock Watch with Black Chèvre Mysore Leather Strap 1990s
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage 90s Hermes Kelly cadena watch in gold metal with a black Chèvre Mysore leather strap. Stamped T in a circle, indicating a 1990 year of production. Icon...
Category

1990s French Contemporary Jewelry

Tiffany & Co. Atlas Ring with Three Round Diamonds Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7.75 This gorgeous Tiffany & Co. Atlas band ring exudes elegance and sophistication, designed with the iconic Atlas motif that symbolizes strength and timeless beauty. Cr...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14K White Gold Sapphire Eternity Band
Located in Venice, CA
This beautiful 14k white gold eternity band features 22 well-saturated natural blue sapphires. The richness of the blue hues vary slightly from stone to stone creating a sparkling se...
Category

1990s Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Stephen Dweck Sterling Silver Baltic Amber Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Stephen Dweck Sterling Silver Baltic Amber Earrings. The large oval Baltic Amber cabochon is bezel-set with a beaded surround. The Amber cabocho...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Amber, Sterling Silver

ALGT Certificied 2.20 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered 18 carat white gold solitaire ring with a 1.20 ct brilliant cut diamond of quality L Faint Gray/P1 and 70 stones brilliant and princess cut diamonds in total approx. 1.00 ct...
Category

1990s European Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

21.5 Carat Citrine Chandelier Gold Statement Earrings Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Sensational Chandelier Earrings set with twenty round faceted Citrine stones mounted in 14k yellow gold hand crafted 4-claw setting with post and butterfly closure; measuring approx....
Category

1990s Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, 14k Gold, Gold

Rare 1 /100 Limited Edition "Beam Me Up Scotty" Star Trek 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with our exclusive '1 of 100 Limited Edition Beam Me Up Scotty Star Trek 14K Yellow Gold' ring, crafted in luxurious 14k yellow gold. Limited to only 100 pieces wo...
Category

1990s North American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Baroque Pearl Ruby Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Baroque Pearl Ruby Pendant. The pendant features a white freshwater Baroque prong-set on an open bezel with four prong-set round rubies. The pearl has good luste...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

John Hardy Sterling Silver Kali Twist Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
John Hardy Sterling Silver Kali Twist Ring. A lovely wide band ring from Hardy's Kali Collection. The ring consists of overlapping twisting coils and ranges in size from 9-13mm wide....
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Rose Gold Smoky Quartz Cocktail Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Rose Gold Smoky Quartz Cocktail Ring. The ring features a 17.05mm faceted prong-set smoky Quartz. The split band tapers into the four pr...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Yellow Gold Ridged Diamond Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ridged Diamond Earrings. Each earring features a ridged circle with slight curve at the bottom, in the center of the circle bezel is brilliant-cut diamond. The d...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Ladies Rolex Anniversary Datejust Diamond Bezel Watch, 1991
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Ladies Rolex Anniversary Datejust Diamond Bezel Watch. Stunning wristwatch with a gold dial, gold hour, minute, and second hand, diamond hou...
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Classic Gold Plated CC Small Pearl Clip on Earrings
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Classic Gold Plated CC Small Pearl Clip on Earrings *Marked 95 *Made in France *Comes with the original box -Approximately 0.55" x 0.55" -This is one of the most difficult s...
Category

1990s French Contemporary Jewelry

Betony Vernon "Race Ring" Ring Sterling Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
The "Race Rings" is an iconic and original design made by Betony Vernon in 1997. Manufactured in lost wax elements, this unique style is as bold as elegant, as the figured motif gets...
Category

1990s European Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany Co Vintage Platinum Diamond 0.55 Carat Earrings 18 Karat Gold Jackets
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a timeless treasure for the discerning connoisseur of luxury: behold this exquisite Vintage Pair of Platinum and Diamond Earrings with 18 Karat Gold Jackets from the reno...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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