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.
Seiko Credor Node Near Mint Watch Rolex Alternative 2004 Rare
Located in Northampton, MA
Seiko Credor Node (Ref. 4S76-00A0) It's not a Rolex, Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet or Omega. It's something for the watch enthusiast in search of something a little oblique: a nea...
Stainless Steel
$36,176Sale Price|20% Off
1997 Rolex Day-Date 36 President Champagne Roman Dial 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Bloomington, MN
1997 Rolex Day-Date 36 President Champagne Roman Dial 18K Yellow Gold Watch An iconic Rolex Day-Date 36 from 1997, beautifully crafted in 18K yellow gold and fitted with the celebr...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron Constantin Patrimony 6903 18K Yellow Gold Manual Cal. K1002/2 1960s
Located in PARIS, FR
Vacheron & Constantin Ref. 6903 in 18K yellow gold, dating from the 1960s. A particularly elegant example of the Maison’s classic mid-century dress watches, with the refined pro...
Yellow Gold
TAG Heuer Aquaracer WAF141G Ladies Diamond Watch MOP #23252
By TAG Heuer
Located in Washington Depot, CT
waTAG Heuer Aquaracer Ladies Watch Model: WAF141G Serial: RPU2649 This classic TAG Heuer watch for ladies is set in stainless steel and accented with diamonds. Case is 27mm in dia...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Chopard Imperiale 36mm Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel 388532-3004, Full Set, 2011
By Chopard
Located in PARIS, FR
Chopard Imperiale Ref. 388532-3004, an elegant ladies’ watch combining stainless steel, diamonds and the distinctive design language of Chopard’s Imperiale collection. This example ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1990's Tiffany & Co. Dual Time Quartz Flip Watch 18k Yellow Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1990's vintage Tiffany & Co. quartz flip watch with an 18k yellow gold face and original leather strap. In good condition but the strap does show wear. Maker: Tiffany & Co. M...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ladies Chopard 18k White Gold 26.5mm Watch
By Chopard
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Lady's Chopard 26.5mm Classique Vintage 18K White Gold Watch with Black Leather Strap and White Dial. The watch has the original papers and booklet, in good condition with light supe...
18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Rolex GMT-Master Ref 1675 Pepsi Watch, Stainless Steel, 1977
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
In wonderful condition Vintage Authentic Rolex Pepsi, GMT_Master Ref 1675 Pepsi with Jubilee stainless steel bracelet circa 1977. This watch is in amazing condition with with tight b...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Piaget 18k Yellow Gold Watch with 36 Diamonds, Circa 1970
By Piaget
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Piaget watch, dating from the 1970's, pairs precision watchmaking with quiet diamond glamour. The dial is set with 36 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rolex Date Just Two-Tone Stainless Steel and 14K Yellow Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Ocala, FL
A timeless Rolex Date just wristwatch showcasing the brand’s iconic combination of refined styling and everyday versatility. Crafted in stainless steel and yellow gold, the watch fea...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
2002 Rolex Ladies DateJust Two Tone Blue Diamond Dial Watch 79173 #23237
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
2002 Rolex Ladies Datejust Watch Model: 79173 Serial: Y611504 This classic Rolex ladies watch is set in stainless steel with 18K gold bezel and gold accents on oyster band 26mm ca...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Precision Ref. 4579 Chronometer 18K Rose Gold Hooded Lugs c.1946
By Rolex
Located in PARIS, FR
Rolex Precision reference 4579, manufactured circa 1946, representing one of the finest examples of Rolex's elegant post-war dress watches. Produced during a pivotal period in the m...
Rose Gold
$8,000Sale Price|20% Off
Girard Perregaux Vintage 1966 18K White Gold 38 mm Case With Diamonds Bezel.
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
Girard Perregaux Vintage 1966 gent's watch, Model # 49525D53A1A1-BK6A. 18kt white gold 38mm case with 18k white gold crown. 18k white gold bezel set with diamonds in a single row. Si...
Diamond, White Gold
Bulgari Tubogas 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An icon of Italian goldsmithing, this Bulgari Tubogas watch pairs the house's most recognizable design signature with a construction technique unlike anything else in fine watchmakin...
18k Gold
1983 Rolex Blue Oyster Perpetual Date Just Wristwatch 18k Bezel 14k Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Ocala, FL
1983 Rolex Oyster Perpetual Date just reference 16013 featuring a striking blue sunburst dial with diamond hour markers, fluted 18K yellow ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 16233 Blue Gradient Factory Diamond Dial Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust ref. 16233 in stainless steel and 18K yellow gold, circa 2002, featuring a blue-to-black gradient factory diamond dial, 18K yellow gold fluted bezel, ...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Bell & Ross 39mm Black Stainless Steel Automatic Wristwatch, Swiss
By Bell & Ross
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Ref. BRS92-BLC-ST/SCR Size 39mm, ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Rolex Explorer II 42mm Oystersteel Watch, Polar Dial, Ref. 226570
By Rolex
Located in Zurich, CH
Engineered for extreme exploration and global travel, this contemporary Rolex Explorer II (Reference 226570) represents the pinnacle of utilitarian luxury and precision Swiss horolog...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Oysterdate Precision Ref. 6694 Blue Dial 34mm Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Crafted in stainless steel, the Rolex Oysterdate Precision reference 6694 is a classic manually wound Rolex dating to circa 1978–1979. Its 34mm Oyster case features a smooth domed be...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Day-Date 18038 Champagne Diamond Dial 18K Gold 36mm Circa 1978 Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date ref. 18038 in 18K yellow gold, circa 1978, featuring a champagne dial with diamond and baguette hour markers, fluted 18K yellow gold bezel, automatic ...
Diamond, Gold
1981 Rolex Datejust 31 President 6827 18K Yellow Gold Watch White Roman #24681
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1981 Rolex 18K Yellow Gold President Datejust 31 Watch Model: 6827 Serial: 6703098 This elegant Rolex midsize watch is set in solid 18K gold. 31mm case w...
18k Gold
1960's Rolex Ladies Datejust 18K Pink Gold Watch 6517 Champagne Dial #24698
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1960's Rolex Ladies Datejust Watch Model: 6517 Serial: 1xxx13 ( numbers have been worn over time so full serial is not visible) This vintage Rolex ladies watch is set in 18K pink g...
18k Gold
Vintage IWC Ingenieur Automatic Date Watch, Stainless Steel, 1960s
By IWC
Located in Zurich, CH
A legendary milestone of 20th-century tool-watch engineering, this vintage 1st-generation IWC Ingenieur (Reference 666 AD) represents one of the most historically important antimagne...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Cellini 4082 Blue Vignette Dial 24mm Woven 18K White Gold Mesh Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Cellini reference 4082 in solid 18k white gold. Cushion-shaped case carries a textured Florentine-finish bezel and frames a blue vignette dial that shades from bright azure at ...
18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Universal Genève Uni-Compax Chronograph, 18K Gold
Located in Zurich, CH
A timeless testament to mid-century Swiss watchmaking mastery, this 1950s vintage Universal Genève Uni-Compax chronograph is presented in solid 18-karat yellow gold. Highly regarded ...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Française Factory Diamond 18k White Gold Watch with Box
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection: Tank Française Material: 18k white gold Diamonds: Approximately 2.40–2.75 carat total weight, near colorless, VS clarity Movement: Swiss quartz battery Cry...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex 24mm Oyster Perpetual 6619 18K Gold Vintage 1978 Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Oyster Perpetual, reference 6619, in 18K yellow gold with a fluted bezel and a champagne dial featuring the Rolex crown logo and baton hour markers. Dated 1978, Jubilee bracele...
18k Gold
$14,981Sale Price|25% Off
Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold Diamonds w Oyster Perpetual Band 1970's
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Vintage 28mm 18k Yellow-Rose Gold and Diamonds on the Numbers with an Oyster Band Creator: Rolex 2416631 , 6627 Design: Oyster Perpetual Case Material: 18kYellow-Rose Gold S...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
1989 Rolex 18K Yellow Gold President Day Date 18238 Men's Watch #23710
By Rolex
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1989 Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Presidential Day Date Watch Model: 18238 Serial: L327924 This elegant 18K yellow gold men's Rolex features day/date settings and quickset design. Champa...
18k Gold
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 114300 Rhodium Dial 39mm Stainless Steel Full Set Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref. 114300 in stainless steel, circa 2016, featuring a rhodium grey dial with luminous baton hour markers, blue accent squares, smooth domed bezel, automatic ...
Stainless Steel
Chopard "Happy Sport" Watch Ltd. Edition with Floating Hearts
By Chopard
Located in Austin, TX
A vibrant pink dial patterned with delicate motifs sets the stage for this playful timepiece. Crafted in stainless steel, the watch features signature floating heart charms—one set w...
Diamond, Ruby, Stainless Steel
Jaeger-LeCoultre Power Reserve 40h Cal. 481 Bumper Automatic 18K Rose Gold 1950s
Located in PARIS, FR
Jaeger-LeCoultre Power Reserve "40h" Calibre 481 Bumper Automatic 18K Rose Gold, 1950s Elegant and highly collectible, this Jaeger-LeCoultre Power Reserve "40h" in 18K rose gold dat...
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Française 2002 Diamond White Gold Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Lisboa, PT
Cartier Tank Française diamond white gold wristwatch from 2002, distinguished by its rectangular case and geometric diamond-set dial. The dial is arranged in a precise checkerboard p...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Chopard Happy Diamonds Mechanical Lady's Watch
By Chopard
Located in Troy, MI
A beautiful example of Chopard’s elegance, this vintage ladies wristwatch (5089 6) is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and showcases the brand’s iconic floating diamonds design. The ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Longines Classic 18K Yellow Gold, Cal. 420 mechanical, Circa 1968
By Longines
Located in PARIS, FR
Longines Calibre 420 – 18K Yellow Gold – Circa 1968 Elegant vintage Longines wristwatch in 18K yellow gold, dating to the late 1960s and powered by the manufacture Calibre 420 manua...
18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Diabolo 18K Yellow Gold Solid Gold 27 mm Ladies Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Cartier Diabolo 18K Yellow Gold Solid Gold 27 mm Ladies Wrist Watch. This gorgeous Cartier Diabolo solid gold ladies wrist watch is crafted in 18k solid yellow gold...
18k Gold
Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Blue Steel Men's Watch Automatic Box/Papers #24680
By Bell & Ross
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Bell & Ross BR-05 GMT Men's Watch Model: BR-05 Serial: 1604444 This Bell & Ross men's watch is set in a stainless steel square case with rounded edges. 40mm x 40mm Aqua Bl...
Steel
Rolex Datejust 16014 Blue Vignette Diamond Dial 36mm Steel White Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust reference 16014 in stainless steel with a fixed 18k white gold fluted bezel, the combination Rolex calls white Rolesor. The 36mm three-body Oyster cas...
Stainless Steel
$2,997Sale Price|33% Off
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Baume & Mercier with Arabic Numbers Gold Dial on a Strap
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 27mm yellow gold Ladies Baume & Mercier wristwatch. Featuring a stunning a gold dial with Arabic numbers. The watch is fitted with a sapphire glass, movement and a Baume & Mercier ...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Ebel Discovery Blue Dial Quartz Stainless Steel Swiss Made Ladies Watch
By Ebel
Located in Towson, MD
The Ebel Discovery is a Swiss-made ladies sport watch in stainless steel, reference 9087321, dating to the early 2000s. Founded in La Chaux-de-Fonds in 1911, Ebel built its reputatio...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Longines Ultra-Chron 1970's Gold 18K High Beat Cal. 431 Ref. 8357-1
By Longines
Located in PARIS, FR
Longines Ultra-Chron Automatic – Ref. 8357-1 – 18K Yellow Gold – Early 1970s Rare and highly desirable Longines Ultra-Chron automatic wristwatch dating from the early 1970s and powe...
Gold, 18k Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre Jewelry Diamond Watch Cal. 426 – 18K White Gold – Circa 1960
Located in PARIS, FR
Jaeger-LeCoultre Diamond Watch – 18K White Gold – Calibre 426 – Circa 1960 Elegant Jaeger-LeCoultre high-jewelry wristwatch dating from the 19...
18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Santos Carrée Watch, 18K Gold & Steel, Ghost Dial
By Cartier
Located in Zurich, CH
A rare and highly collectible iteration of Cartier's iconic design, this vintage Santos Carrée (Ref. 2961) features the elusive "Ghost" slate grey dial. Stripped of standard Roman nu...
18k Gold, Steel
Cartier Panthère Stainless Steel Watch with Custom Diamond Bezel, New
By Cartier
Located in Zurich, CH
An iconic classic re-imagined with sophisticated brilliance, this Cartier Panthère features a sleek stainless steel square case framed by a custom aftermarket diamond-set bezel. Reco...
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu Stainless Steel Watch with Diamond Bezel
By Cartier
Located in Zurich, CH
An iconic classic elevated with brilliant sparkle, this Cartier Ballon Bleu features a smooth stainless steel case framed by a custom aftermarket diamond-set bezel. Defined by its si...
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
$7,400Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex 34mm 18k Yellow gold and Stainless Steel Oyster Perpetual Datejust
By Rolex
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rolex Date 34mm White White Dial Roman Numeral Accent Dial 2 Tone Oyster Band Creator: Rolex Design: Datejust Watch Datejust Collection Case Material: 18k Gold and Stainless Steel S...
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Buccellati 18k Yellow Gold Snowflake Wristwatch
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Buccellati wristwatch is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a square case with finely detailed goldwork framing the dial. The radiant dial is centered by an ornate ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Diagono Aluminium AC44TA 44mm Chronograph Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Bloomington, MN
Bvlgari Diagono Aluminium AC44TA 44mm Chronograph Watch This distinctive Bvlgari Diagono Aluminium chronograph, reference AC44TA, combines Italian luxury styling with a bold, conte...
Piaget Cushion Ref 13406, 18K Gold, Ultra-Thin Calibre 12P, Circa 1978
By Piaget
Located in PARIS, FR
PIAGET “Cushion” Automatic – Ref. 13406 – 18K Yellow Gold Elegant late-1970s Piaget “Cushion” wristwatch crafted in 18K yellow gold and powered by the renowned manufacture calibre 1...
18k Gold
$2,625Sale Price|25% Off
34mm Stainless Steel Tudor Prince Oysterdate
By Tudor
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Further details on this Tudor Prince Oysterdate – Used (Good) Details Basic Info Brand Tudor Model Prince Oysterdate Movement Quartz Case material Steel Bracelet material Steel Year ...
Stainless Steel
Rolex Datejust 36mm 126200 Mint Green Dial Steel 2023 Jubilee Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Datejust 36 reference 126200 features a vibrant mint green dial with applied luminous baton indices and a Superlative Chronometer Officially Certified automatic movement, on a ...
Stainless Steel
Harry Winston diamond 18k yellow gold Premier watch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite Harry Winston Premier watch is a refined contemporary timepiece from the 2010’s, beautifully crafted in 18k yellow gold and ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard 18K White Gold Diamond Ladies Watch 426 1 #23249
By Chopard
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Chopard 18K White Gold Diamond Ladies Watch Model: 426 1 Number: 532157 This classic Chopard ladies watch is set in 18K white gold with a blac...
18k Gold
2015 Omega Speedmaster Date 40mm Chronograph 323.30.40.40.06.001 Full Set
By Omega
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to offer this 2015 Omega Speedmaster Date Chronograph ref. 323.30.40.40.06.001, a high-performance automatic sports watch that blends the iconic Speedmaster design wit...
Stainless Steel
IWC Classic Steel Dress Watch Ref. 602 – Circa 1965
By IWC
Located in PARIS, FR
IWC Schaffhausen Ref. 602 – Automatic Calibre 8531 Pellaton – Full Set – Circa 1965 Elegant IWC Schaffhausen Ref. 602 dating from 1965 and powered by the celebrated automatic calibr...
Steel, Stainless Steel
1987 Rolex Air-King 5500 Black Diamond Dial Stainless Steel 34mm Watch
By Rolex
Located in Newport Beach, CA
We are pleased to present this 1987 Rolex Air-King reference 5500 featuring a 34mm stainless steel case, smooth stainless steel bezel, and black aftermarket diamond dial. The classic...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$8,208Sale Price|24% Off
Rolex Oyster Perpetual 34mm Tiffany & Co Blue Dial Stainless Steel Watch Rare
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptionally collectible Rolex Oyster Perpetual featuring the highly coveted Tiffany & Co. co-signed dial, this refined 34 mm timepiece represents the perfect union of two of...
Gucci Unisex Gold-Plated Quartz Wristwatch, Green & Red Dial, Italy
By Gucci
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). A lady's wrist watch. Gold plated ...
Gold Plate
Vintage Rolex Cellini 6621 Diamond Hour Marker 18K Gold 26mm Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rolex Cellini, reference 6621, in 18K yellow gold with a 26mm case and a champagne gold dial set with factory original diamond hour markers. Dated to 1991, it weighs 75.6 grams tot...
Gold
2015, Lady's DateJust Rolex Watch #179173
By Rolex
Located in Troy, MI
Estate Rolex lady's Datejust style# 179173 in stainless steel & 18 karat yellow gold with champagne dial, diamond markers, fluted bezel & Jubilee bracelet. Excellent condition. All ...
Diamond