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White Gold Contemporary Floral Brooch by the Artist with Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
was featured in Vogue UA magazine.
This brooch looks contemporary design jewellery and add a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Rose Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace by the Artist Featured in Vogue
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
principle 'lines and spots'. This pendant is contemporary design jewellery with the art nouveau attitude
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Chalcedony, Rock Crystal, Quartz, Crystal, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold,...
Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Fig Garden Pendant Necklace With Pink Onyx
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
'lines and spots'. This pendant is contemporary design jewelry with the slight art nouveau attitude
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Onyx, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Sakura Contemporary Brooch by the Artist with Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
featured in Vogue UA magazine.
This brooch looks contemporary design jewellery and add a romantic
Category
2010s German Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Fourteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Cocktail Fig Earrings by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
cocktail earrings are a contemporary design jewelry and add an unusual art attitude. The frosted figs are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Rock Crystal, Quartz, Crystal, White Gold, Rose Gold, 15k Gold, 14k Gold...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Cocktail Fig Earrings With Pink Onyx
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
'lines and spots'. These cocktail earrings look contemporary design jewellery and add very unusual art
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Lever-Back Earrings
Materials
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Crystal, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k G...
Contemporary Emerald and Diamond Cluster Earrings in 18k White Gold
By Contemporary
Located in London, GB
design and size these earrings could be worn for a variety of occasions. They could be worn as everyday
Category
2010s British Contemporary Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold
Original Two Stone Ring, Rose Quartz/Pink Tourmaline, Five Star Jewelry Design
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
. This one of a kind ring is an original design from Five Star Jewelry and the emerald cut rose quartz
Category
2010s American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Materials
Quartz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
AJD Contemporary Scintillating Amethyst and White Zircon Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Contemporary ring of special cut Amethyst that has amazing sparkle and four highly set
Category
2010s American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Zircon, Sterling Silver
22 Karat Gold Wedding Band Ring Unisex Stacking Disk Design by AB Jewelry NYC
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
wedding band ring is designed and handcrafted by AB Jewelry NYC. Unisex, Ideal for a man or a woman. Wear
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Rose Gold Contemporary Cufflinks Designed by the Artist with Quartzes
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
jewellery piece by the artist has been featured in Harper's Bazaar UA and was chosen by actress Anne Ratte
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Cufflinks
Materials
Rock Crystal, Quartz, Crystal, Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, 14...
Sterling Silver Contemporary Bindweed Pendant Necklace Designed by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
featured in Vogue and Harper's Bazaar UA. This jewellery collection is designed by a painter from Berlin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
AJD Contemporary and Elegant Crystal and Kyanite Dangle Earrings
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Dangle earrings of sparkling clear quartz crystal and elegant bright blue kyanite set in glowing sterling silver. These unique earrings dangle 1.75 inches in length and features ster...
Category
2010s American Artisan Dangle Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Kyanite, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Contemporary Bindweed Pendant Necklace Designed by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
featured in Vogue and Harper's Bazaar UA. This jewellery collection is designed by a painter from Berlin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
White Gold Contemporary Bindweed Pendant Necklace Designed by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
was featured in Vogue and Harper's Bazaar UA. This jewellery collection is designed by a painter from
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Wabi-Sabi Contemporary Man Brooch in Frosted Silver Designed by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary men's brooch from the Bamboo collection features a frosted silver finish with a
Category
2010s German Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Wabi-Sabi Contemporary Man Brooch in Sterling Silver N1 Designed by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
.
This unique contemporary jewelry design is an excellent addition to any collection, and it pairs well
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Azul Blue Lapis Ring, Mary Rupert Design by Five Star Jewelry, Lapis Lazuli Band
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
“Azul” is this magnificent blue lapis lazuli ring that was designed by Mary Rupert of Five Star
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry Contemporary Diamond 18k Gold Link Bracelet
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
balanced geometric shapes in the Contemporary Diamond 18k Gold Link Bracelet by Spectra Fine Jewelry
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry Contemporary Half-Circle Diamond Wedding Band
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
your special day. The classic and timeless design of this band makes it a versatile and enduring symbol
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
18 Karat Gold Wedding Unisex Band Ring for Men or Women Design by AB Jewelry NYC
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
wedding band ring is designed and handcrafted by AB Jewelry NYC. Ideal for a man or a woman. Wear it alone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary Necklace with Diamonds and Smoky Quartzes Designed by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
flowers, adding to the contemporary design of the piece.
The heliotrope flower shape symbolizes networks
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Ukrainian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver
Gray 22K Gold Tahitian Pearl Dangle Drop Earrings Contemporary Design
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
throughout thousands of years of jewelry design. Contemporary jewelry design, these dangle drop earrings are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Oriental Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Black Pearl, Pearl, Yello...
AJD Contemporary Glittering Handmade 4 Ct Blue Zircon 18KT Yellow Gold Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Glittering flashing 4 carat blue Zircon set in a unique handmade 18 karat yellow gold ring size 7 (sizable for free). The ring is sizable.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Zircon, Blue Zircon, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
22 Karat Gold Tahitian Pearl Dangle Drop Earrings Contemporary Designer Jewelry
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
jewelry design. Contemporary jewelry design, these are hand fabricated. They are made to order, so will
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Black Pearl, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 22k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold Contemporary Jewellery Ink Art Bracelet with Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
jewelry designer from Berlin. Originally, the collection was designed as minimalist sculptures in gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Link Bracelets
Materials
Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Contemporary Jewellery Ink Art Bracelet with Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This designer bracelet is a part of the Ink collection, originally designed as minimalist
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Link Bracelets
Materials
Quartz, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Steven Battelle 2.5 Carats Blue Sapphire 22K Gold Wire Earrings
By Contemporary
Located in Soquel, CA
attractive design. The incredible rich texture of the high-karat gold complements the blues of the sapphires
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold
Solid 21-22 Karat Gold Dangle Drop Contemporary Earrings Bridal AB Jewelry, NYC
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
. This simple design brings together many elements - industry, constructivism, and manual craftsmanship
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings
Materials
Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Amwaj Jewelry Multi-Color Sapphires Bracelet
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
weighing 2.21 carats. The design of this white gold bracelet makes it a classic bracelet to treasure. Each
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
White Gold Bamboo Brooch Triptyque Designed by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary triptyque brooch is a unique piece from the Bamboo collection, designed by Polya
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
AJD Elegant 16 Inch Choker Necklace of Smoky Quartz and Golden Vermeil Nuggets
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
range from golden to darker brown. This elegant 16 inch choker necklace is designed to complement all
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Quartz, Vermeil
AJD Beyond Magnificent Brilliant Natural 25.3Ct, Intense Blue Aquamarine Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This gorgeous ring is natural Aquamarine measuring 21.4 mm x 17 mm and is 25.3 carats. There are NO EYE VISIBLE inclusions in this magnificent simply set gemstone. This is set in S...
Category
2010s Brazilian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Silver
AJD Elegant Red and Smoky Cambodian Zircon Dinner Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Custom made stunning original 14K Yellow gold ring featuring natural red and smoky toned Cambodian zircons. Sizable 7. These rich colors are further enhanced by the natural brillianc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Zircon, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
AJD Statement Dinner Ring of Huge Brazilian Emerald & Genuine Zircons in Silver
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Magnificent dinner ring of huge 6.46 carat oval Brazilian Emerald accented with two round genuine Zircons, 2.58 carats total weigh set in Sterling Silver. This Emerald came straight ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Emerald, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
AJD Chunky Large Polished Turquoise and Carnelian Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
These enormous polished chunks of Turquoise are enhanced with highly polished orange Carnelians to complete this fascinating 21 1/2 inch long necklace. The largest Turquoise is 36mm...
Category
2010s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Turquoise, Gold Plate
Ajd Magnificent Brilliant Natural 7.18 Carats Aquamarine Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This beautiful glittering natural Aquamarine is 7.18 carats. From the famous Brazilian mine it measures 13mm x 11.4mm and has no eye visible inclusions. It is truly gorgeous !!
Category
2010s Brazilian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Aquamarine, Sterling Silver
AJD Magnificent Brilliant Natural 10.26 Carats Topaz Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Glittering beautiful blue Topaz ring. This measures 14.2mm x 12mm and is 10.26 Carats. It is intensely blue with no eye visible inclusions. and is set dramatically up on a sterling...
Category
2010s Brazilian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Topaz, Sterling Silver
AJD Dramatic Goldy Gorgeous South Sea Natural Cultured Champagne Pearl Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
These unique South Sea golden wrinkle cultured real natural Pearls have gold tone accents on this handmade necklace.
Size: vary up to approximately 13 mm;
Length: 19 inches;
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Other
Spectra Fine Jewelry Flexible Diamond Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
A unique piece of jewelry, designed as a flexible band ring. No need to adjust size.
The ring is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Amwaj Jewelry 18 Karat Rose Gold Pendant
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Simplicity at its finest. The oval design of this rose gold Jewelry piece by Amwaj Jewelry is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Romantic Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Eighteen Karat White Gold Bamboo Brooch Triptyque Designed by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
based in Berlin. This unique contemporary jewelry design embodies the calligraphy principle of "line and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
One Granule Sterling Silver Contemporary Ring and More Fashion Stackable Designs
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Simplicity With A Twist Holding One Granule, contemporary design.
This listing is for a fashion
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Fashion Rings
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Spectra Fine Jewelry Diamond Flower Bracelet
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful bracelet embellished with diamonds and made in 14K white and rose gold.
Designed as 12
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Amwaj Jewelry 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Ring
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
A modern design, this white gold ring features dynamic layers of scintillating 18 karat yellow gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Designed by the Artist Wabi-Sabi Bamboo Brooch Triptyque in Sterling Silver
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary triptyque brooch is a unique piece from the Bamboo collection, designed by Polya
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Brooches
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Spectra Fine Jewelry Stretchy Diamond Wedding Band
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
.
One of the most remarkable features of this Spectra Fine Jewelry creation is its innovative design
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Wedding Rings
Materials
Diamond
AJD Sparkling Classic Three-Stone Blue and White Sapphire Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
well known as a rich blue stone. It has been used in the jewelry and adornment of royals for centuries
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Annellino Italian Fine Jewellery Hand Carved Roman Soldier Cameo Gold Cufflinks
By Annellino Fine Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Jewellery.
Working closely with the Italian craftsmen, Gabriella brings unique contemporary designs set in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cufflinks
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry Diamond Rose Gold Bracelet
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Tapered Bangle Bracelet designed by Spectra Fine Jewelry in 2019 features 345 diamonds—both round
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bangles
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
AJD Elegant Blue Topaz and Sparkling Genuine Zircon Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Gorgeous dinner ring of sintilatting oval Blue Topaz and accented with sparkling genuine white Zircons. This lovely dinner ring is perfect for all day wear as well as all evening. T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings
Materials
Topaz, Zircon, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
Spectra Fine Jewelry Colombian Emerald Diamond Twin Ring
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
contemporary twin ring, a true masterpiece in the world of high-end jewelry.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
Rive Gauche Jewelry Blue Topaz Sunburst Gold Earrings
By Rive Gauche Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Our unique sunburst earrings are an exciting addition to the line of Rive Gauche Jewelry original
Category
2010s Contemporary More Earrings
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold
AJD Magnificent Rare Fiery Red Orange 8Ct Andecine 18Kt Yellow Gold Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This contemporary "Movie Star" 8 carat ring is sure to sparkle in any room. The intensity of the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sybarite Jewellery Rocket Pendant 18K White Gold 3.09 Carats White Diamonds
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
designed to add a touch of fun to your collection.
3.09cts white diamonds,(L) 13.50g white gold (18ct)
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
AJD Rare Fiery Real Ambligonite & Exquisite Tourmalines 18Kt Gold Ring
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
with tear drop natural Tourmalines. This contemporary ring looks like a monarch butterfly in motion
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Materials
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry 32.83 Carat Yellow Diamond Bracelet
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Experience the magnificence of the Spectra Fine Jewelry's Exquisite 32.83-carat Cushion Yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Materials
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry Tutti Frutti Gemstone Diamond Bracelet
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This dynamic Diamond Tutti Frutti Articulated Bracelet, created by Spectra Fine Jewelry in the 21st
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
YBA YoungBritishArtist Sculpture JewelryCostume First US Exhibit 2000-2001
By Contemporary
Located in Chicago, IL
contemporary art and jewelry history, some of Bradshaw's YBA peers have made limited-edition jewelry
Category
Early 2000s British Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Materials
Mixed Metal
Spectra Fine Jewelry Diamond 18kt White Gold Bracelet
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
stately Diamond Checker Cuff Bracelet is a contemporary revival, crafted in 2020. The design has the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bangles
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Contemporary Design Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact piece of contemporary design jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Silver. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect item from our selection of contemporary design jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of contemporary design jewelry over the years, but those made by Nina Nguyen Designs, Vicki Orr Designs and Laura Dalben are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An object in our assortment of contemporary design jewelry can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 261, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and rose cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an option in this array of contemporary design jewelry, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.
How Much is a Contemporary Design Jewelry?
Prices for a piece of contemporary design jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $70 and can go as high as $2,788,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,761.
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.
Questions About Contemporary Design Jewelry
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Monica Rich Kosann designed the jewelry for Bridgerton. The American jewelry designer started off as a photographer and began designing lockets and cases to hold her photos. Eventually, this led to her designing jewelry inspired by antique and vintage pieces. Explore a range of Monica Rich Kosann jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Louis Comfort Tiffany designed jewelry as well as glass windows, lighting and decorative objects. He helped to transform Tiffany & Co. into the luxury jewelry brand that it is today after he took control of the company in 1902. Shop a variety of Tiffany & Co. jewelry on 1stDibs.
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