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MODERN STYLE

Rooted in centuries of history of adornment dating back to the ancient world, modern jewelry reimagines traditional techniques, forms and materials for expressive new pieces. As opposed to contemporary jewelry, which responds to the moment in which it was created, modern jewelry often describes designs from the 20th to 21st centuries that reflect movements and trends in visual culture.

Modern jewelry emerged from the 19th-century shift away from jewelry indicating rank or social status. The Industrial Revolution allowed machine-made jewelry using electric gold plating, metal alloys and imitation stones, making beautiful jewelry widely accessible. Although mass production deemphasized the materials of the jewelry, the vision of the designer remained important, something that would be furthered in the 1960s with what’s known as the “critique of preciousness.”

A design fair called the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” brought global attention to the Art Deco style in 1925 and gathered a mix of jewelry artists alongside master jewelers like Van Cleef & Arpels, Mauboussin and Boucheron. Art Deco designs from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels unconventionally mixed gemstones like placing rock crystals next to diamonds while borrowing motifs from eclectic sources including Asian lacquer and Persian carpets. Among Cartier’s foremost design preoccupations at the time were high-contrast color combinations and crisp, geometric forms and patterns. In the early 20th century, modernist jewelers like Margaret De Patta and artists such as Alexander Calder — who is better known for his kinetic sculptures than his provocative jewelry — explored sculptural metalwork in which geometric shapes and lines were preferred over elaborate ornamentation.

Many of the innovations in modern jewelry were propelled by women designers such as Wendy Ramshaw, who used paper to craft her accessories in the 1960s. During the 1970s, Elsa Peretti created day-to-night pieces for Tiffany & Co. while designers like Lea Stein experimented with layering plastic, a material that had been employed in jewelry since the mid-19th century and had expanded into Bakelite, acrylics and other unique materials.

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Style: Modern
Quintessence Multiple Circle Bangle, Large
Located in London, GB
Suit occasion: Valentine's gift, Wedding dress, Mother's Day, Daily wear, Night dress, Business wear, Men's wear.
Category

2010s Chinese Modern Bangles

Materials

Zircon, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Curata 14k Yellow Gold Flat High Polished Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in Great Neck, NY
Metal Purity: 14k Stamped Country of Origin: Italy Metal Weight: 38.5 grams Measurement: 15.7mm wide x 7.25" This 14k Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet is a beautiful piece of jewelry mad...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Yellow Gold

Offspring Open Bangle
Located in New York, NY
With one end larger than the other, but both linked to form a solid harmonious piece, the Offspring bangle symbolises the unique bond that exists between...
Category

2010s Thai Modern Bangles

Malachite & Pearl Bangle with Filigree Design Accented by Diamonds in 18kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
"18kt gold:43.924g, Diamond:1.79ct, Malachite:19.32ct, MOP:11.77ct" Size-58 x 48 mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Valentino Jeweled Gilt Metal Bracelet Bangle with Coral Resin Cabochons
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Valentino Garavani Haute Couture bracelet features a chunky faceted heavy gilded metal bangle shape ornate with tiny crystal rhinestones and large faux-coral resin cabo...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Gilt Metal

1960s Split Front, Hammered Gold, Diamond & Frosted Crystal Bracelet by R. Stone
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This substantial and Iconic vintage R. Stone original hinged 18k yellow gold bangle bracelet personifies pure 1960's high fashion. Every surface is deeply hammered and, at 7/8 inches...
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Bangles

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Lucite Bracelet Bangle with Yellow Metallic Thread
Located in Atlanta, GA
Lovely Lucite bracelet bangle. The bangle has a domed shape and is comprised of transparent yellow Lucite which is injected with metallic thread inclusions in gold color over a frost...
Category

1960s French Vintage Modern Bangles

Cartier Love 4 Diamonds Bracelet Bangle 0.42cttw 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Cartier LOVE bracelet crafted in 18K White Gold, set with 4 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.42 carats. A close-fitting, oval bracelet composed of two rigid arcs. New style sc...
Category

2010s Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.40 Carat Si Clarity Hi Color Pear Diamond Wrap Bangle Bracelet 18k White Gold
Located in IN
Item Code :- SEB-6059B Gross Weight :- 16.57 gm Solid 18k White Gold Weight :- 16.19 gm Natural Diamond Weight :- 1.91 Carat ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Bangle Si...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.62Ct Pear Diamond Wrap Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
This stunning cluster diamond bangle is the perfect way to add some sparkle and glamour to your jewelry collection. Handcrafted with care and attention to detail, it is a timeless pi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Nicholas Varney Cocholong 18k Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Cocholong 18k yellow gold hinged bangle bracelet by designer Nicholas Varney. Polished cream-toned cocholong mounted on 18kt yellow gold with a hinge and bezel-set diamond push clos...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Princess Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Bangle
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This elegant authentic vintage Cartier Tank bangle , it is crafted from 18k white gold with a high polished finish featuring 4.7mm wide bangle with hinge mechanism on one side of the...
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Trio of Matching Bangles in 18 Carat Yellow, Rose and White Gold
Located in London, GB
Trio of matching bangles in 18ct yellow, rose and white gold. Featuring a fine, textured matt finish with polished hinge and clasp detail - each bang...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Hearts on Fire Gold Diamond Cuff Bracelet
Located in Rome, IT
HEARTS ON FIRE LORELEI BRACELET very beautiful
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

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

Modern Italian Concave High Polish 18k Gold Wide Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite Italian Jacente Wide Cuff Bracelets. This Chic 1980s piece is made of 18K yellow gold with a highly polished finish, finely made in Ital...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

18k Gold

Curata Italian 14k Tri-color Gold Trinity Rolling Slip-on Bangle Bracelet
Located in Great Neck, NY
Metal Purity: 14k Country of Origin: Italy Metal Weight: 21 grams Measurement: 2.9mm wide x 8" per bangle Certificate of Authenticity This bangle bracelet is a beautiful and unique...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Gold

Missoni Black and White Lucite and Metal Bracelet Bangle, Runway Spring 2014
Located in Atlanta, GA
Missoni Italy created this amazing couture bracelet bangle for its ready-to-wear spring 2014 runway show. The bracelet features an asymmetric shape built with a gunmetal band mixed w...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Bangles

Opal, Diamond Pearl Silver and Gold Bangle
Located in London, GB
An opal, pearl and diamond bangle, set with three oval, cabochon cut opals, measuring 10 x 7.3mm, 15.2 x 9.3mm and 10.1 x 6.3mm, with four 5-5.5mm natural bouton pearls, surrounded by old-cut diamonds in a crossing over pavé style setting, with trefoil finials, interspaced with opals on stalk settings...
Category

2010s Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Natural Pearl, Silver, Gold

Lucite Bracelet Bangle with Copper Silver Metallic Thread
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely Lucite bracelet bangle has a domed shape and is made of clear Lucite with injected metallic thread inclusions in copper and gold colors over a deep purple background. The...
Category

1960s French Vintage Modern Bangles

2.45 Carat SI/HI Marquise Diamond Sleek Bracelet 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
Item Code :- SEB-6253U (14k) Gross Wt :- 10.40 gm 14k Solid White Gold Wt :- 9.91 gm Natural Diamond Wt :- 2.45 Carat ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Bangle Length :-...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

18 Carat Gold and Turquoise Bangle Bracelet, 16cm Circumference, circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
Marked 18ct gold and turquoise bracelet/ bangle, circa 1970s, 15.3 grammes, 5cm diameter, 16cm circumference of the bangle, 2cm opening, 3.5mm thickness of twisted wire, stones are 4...
Category

1770s French Antique Modern Bangles

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

0.70 Carat Round and Baguette Cut Diamond Cuff Bangle 18 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k Yellow Gold 0.70ctw Round and Baguette Cut Diamond Cuff Bangle Material: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 0.70ctw of Round Brilliant and Baguette cut Diamonds. Ther...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.70 Carat Round and Baguette Cut Diamond Cuff Bangle 18 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold 0.70ctw Round and Baguette Cut Diamond Cuff Bangle Material: 18k White Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 0.70ctw of Round Brilliant and Baguette cut Diamonds. There ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Brilliant Round Diamonds Pave Golden Bead Solid 18k Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Oakton, VA
18K Rose Gold 3.36 ctw Diamond Weight Diamond Quality E/VS1 Solid Rose Gold Bangle with Hinge + Button Clasp/Closure Mechanism French Pave-Sty...
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

26.96 Ct Pink Sapphires & Diamonds Studded Statement Bangle in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An exquisite piece of jewelry that embodies elegance and luxury, this Pink Sapphire Bangle from our collection seamlessly blends timeless beauty with modern charm, resulting in a stu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, White Gold

David Yurman Cable Classic Sterling Silver & Gold Peridot Bangle Bracelet
Located in Baltimore, MD
David Yurman Cable Classic Sterling Silver & Gold Peridot Bangle Bracelet Metal: Sterling silver & 14k yellow gold Weight: 26.19 grams Width: 5mm Circumference: Approx. 6.75 inches ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

Peridot, Gold, Sterling Silver

Missoni Black Lucite Resin Bracelet Bangle Purple and Green Dots, a pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning 1980s Missoni, Italy resin or Lucite bracelet bangles feature a hand-made carved waved shape with a small opening on the side. The Black Lucite background is ornate wi...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Bangles

Hermes France Collier De Chien Diamond 18k White Gold Bangle
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This stunning Collier de Chein collection is by Hermes, it features an authentic bangle crafted from 18k white gold with a high polished finish featuring a 6mm wide band. The front o...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.59 Carat Emerald and 2.76ctw Diamond Pave Bangle 18 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k Yellow Gold 1.59ctw Emerald and 2.76ctw Diamond Pave Bangle Material: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstone/Diamond Details: The gemstone is an Emerald shaped Emerald weighing approximately 2...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lucite Bracelet Bangle with Marigold Metallic Confetti Inclusions
Located in Atlanta, GA
Charming Lucite bracelet bangle. The bangle has a domed shape and is comprised of transparent yellow marigold Lucite which is injected with metallic confetti inclusions in gold color...
Category

1960s French Vintage Modern Bangles

Gucci Running G 18k White Gold Cuff with Diamonds
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Clean lines with an elegant feel, the 18K white gold cuff, featuring a diamond-encrusted Double G at either end, adds a classic touch to Gucci's f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jane Taylor 18KT Rose Gold Bracelet with 3.04Ct. Turquoise
Located in New York, NY
Jane Taylor Jewelry is a family run company focused on creating modern heirlooms since 1994. This 18 karat rose gold cuff bracelet has a squarish shape and a matte finish. It is set ...
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Turquoise, Rose Gold

1.28 Carat Pave Diamond Bangle with 3 Diamond X's 18 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold 1.28ctw Pave Diamond Bangle with 3 Diamond X's Material: 18k White Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 1.28ctw of Pave set Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. There are also...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.25 Baguette and Round Diamond Bangle 18 Carats White Gold Bracelet
Located in Rome, IT
1.25 ct total weight Baguette, Round & Princess Brilliant Cut Diamond Straight Line Station Tennis Bracelet 18K White Gold.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Platinum 1940s Cabochon Cut Green Emerald and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
1940's fine jewelry is often considered special because it was created during a time when materials were scarce due to World War II. As a result, many jewelry designers had to be cre...
Category

20th Century American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Double Head Monkey Carnelian Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
You will love this David Webb bracelet for its unique and exquisite design. The 18kt white gold is beautiful and intricately criss-crossed with enamel. The two monkey heads carved ou...
Category

20th Century American Modern Bangles

Materials

Carnelian, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany T Wire Turquoise 18k White Gold Flex Cuff Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Tiffany T for Two, this charming and elegant authentic bracelet is by Tiffany & Co. from the Tiffany T Collection, it is crafted from 18k white go...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

18k Gold

Massive Onyx and Diamond Bracelet in 18k by Gemlok
Located in Wailea, HI
A Massive Onyx And Diamond Bracelet in 18k by Gemlok Step into a world of vintage luxury with our stunning 18K Yellow Gold Diamond/Onyx "Gemlock" bangle bracelet from the 1970s. This...
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Jade 14k Yellow Gold Wire Hook Bangle
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This is an elegant authentic bangle from Tiffany & Co. It is crafted from 18k yellow gold with a polished finish featuring a 2mm thick wire hook style bangle with a jade bead on the ...
Category

Late 20th Century European Modern Bangles

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Peretti Green Jade 18k Yellow Gold Wide Cuff Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This is a chic authentic and fashionable bracelet from Tiffany & Co. by Elsa Peretti. From 18k yellow gold with a high polished finish featuring a hinge mechanism at the back of the ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Bangles

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Red Leather Woven Silver-Tone Chain-Link CC Bangle Bracelet
Located in Irvine, CA
Red leather woven chain-link Chanel CC bangle bracelet with CC logo and silver-tone hardware.   54092MSC
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Bangles

Hermes Enamel Bangle Bracelet Wide 65 GM Blue Black Pattern Palladium
Located in Torrance, CA
Overview: Pre-owned vintage Hermes enamel bracelet with a black and blue pattern and palladium-plated hardware. The wide 0.79" bracele...
Category

2010s French Modern Bangles

Materials

Enamel

1.18 Pear Cut and Round Diamond Bangle 18 Carats White Gold Bracelet
Located in Rome, IT
1.18 ct total weight Pear & Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Straight Line Station Bangle Bracelet 18K White Gold.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Scalloped Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A vintage bracelet by David Webb crafted in 18 karat gold comprised of flexible rows of intricate featherlike links. The ridged links a smooth to the touch, with five links containin...
Category

20th Century American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Semi Precious Color Stone Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold David Webb gemstone ladies bangle bracelet. This piece is set with nine oval cut multi colored gemstones like topaz, amethyst and citrine. Designed with a hinged lock...
Category

20th Century American Modern Bangles

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.27 Carat Natural Emerald Enamel Bangle Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
Item Code :- SEB-6177 (14k) Gross Weight :- 9.86 gm 14k Yellow Gold Weight :- 9.41 gm Emerald Weight :- 2.27 carat Bangle Size :- 60x40 mm outer diameter ✦ Sizing .....................
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bangles

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

18k White Gold 3.78 Ctw Round Cut Natural Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Micro pave set round brilliant cut natural diamonds mount this stunning 18 karat white gold bangle bracelet. Handmade with a box closure and double safety for a secure fit, making it...
Category

2010s North American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid-20th Century, 18K Yellow Gold Deeply Beveled Cuff Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This outstanding 18K yellow gold vintage bracelet measures a full 1 3/4 inches wide at the center and is finished vertically in deep, pointed beveling over it's entire surface. This is a wonderful example of how fine gold cuffs...
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love Bangle Bracelet 18k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Cartier classic Love bracelet bangle in size 19. Crafted in 18k rose gold. Width: 6.1mm. New style screw system. Excellent pre-owned condition. Looks unwo...
Category

2010s Modern Bangles

Materials

Rose Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold 10.85 Carat Diamond Brilliant-Cut Tennis Bangle
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Yellow Gold 10.85 Carat Diamond Brilliant-Cut Tennis Bangle What if there was a magic spell to charm everything up and make you look like a gorgeous diva. Well, worry no mo...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Elie Saab Gold Tone with Faux Pearls Bracelet, circa 2000s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Elie Saab Gold Tone With Faux Pearls Bracelet Circa 2000s. This bracelet has channel set hidden faux pearls that are set with two pieces of gold tone shiny metal...
Category

Early 2000s French Modern Bangles

Materials

Mixed Metal

Platinum Architectural Minimalist Open-Ended Fang Bangle
Located in London, GB
The Fang Bangle took inspiration from architecture, nature and calligraphy to create a minimalist yet metaphorical design. The shape and structure of the design took references from ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Bangles

Materials

Platinum

18k Yellow Gold Open-Ended Minimalist Architectural Fang Bangle
Located in London, GB
The Fang Bangle took inspiration from architecture, nature and Chinese calligraphy to create a minimalist yet metaphorical design. The shape and structure of the design took referenc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Leo Pizzo 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Bangle
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Leo Pizzo 18 KT/ White Gold Bangle Diamond 3.30 CT total weight Vendor Model 17574B Retail $17,950.00 SKU: LPO01236
Category

2010s Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

60 Grams 18 Carat White Gold 8 Carat Diamond Bracelet
Located in Rome, IT
8K White Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Nine 9-Row Pave Wave Bangle / Bracelet. The bracelet weighs 59.2 grams, 6.5 inches long, contains 552 Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamond...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

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

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Hematite Double Panthere Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An 18k yellow gold and hematite cuff bracelet from the Panthere de Cartier collection. The bracelet is composed of 2 hematite Panther heads facing each other, joined together by the ...
Category

20th Century French Modern Bangles

Materials

Hematite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.33 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Pave Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in IN
Item Code :- SEB-6456A Gross Wt. :- 15.88 gm 18k Yellow Gold Wt. :- 15.41 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 2.33 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) ✦ Sizing .................
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold and Onyx Gucci Cuff with Diamond GG Logo
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This rare 18K yellow gold and black onyx bracelet is truly mammoth in size and impact. It's focal point is a raised dome, 15/16 inch diame...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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