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.
Vintage 14K Gold Diamond Hinged Bangle Bracelet 1.40 Carats
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant in its proportions and beautifully crafted, this vintage American diamond bangle is an example of refined late twentieth-century jewelry design. Crafted in solid 14-karat yel...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Diamond Button Bangle Bracelet, Contemporary Design, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Simply beautiful, this 18K gold bangle is handmade to be slightly fitted with an inner diameter of 2.25 inches. The diamond button is approximately .25 inch in diameter, burnished wi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Zambian Emerald & Blue Sapphire Bangle Bracelet Unisex 2.4 Size
Located in Jaipur, IN
A refined expression of timeless elegance, this 14K Yellow Gold Emerald and Sapphire Bangle Bracelet captures the harmony of vibrant color and meticulous craftsmanship. At its heart ...
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14KT Gold Belt Buckle Design Bangle Set with 3 Diamonds .19ct Total Weight
Located in valatie, NY
14KT Yellow Gold Belt Buckle Design Bangle Set With 3 Diamonds .19ct Total Weight. The buckle is polished and the bracelet has a brushed finish. The clasp is marked 14K. Inside dimen...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
RUCHI Ruby and Diamond White Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold All diamonds are G-H/SI stones.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,766Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Bypass Bangle Bracelet in 18k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Diamond Bypass Bangle Bracelet in 18k White Gold This bangle bracelet is crafted in solid 18k white gold and features an open bypass design with gently curved ends. One side is set ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sylvie Snake Wrap Bangle Bracelet with 0.15 Carat Diamonds in 14k Gold
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Elegant, symbolic, and undeniably captivating, the Sylvie Snake Bracelet is a contemporary interpretation of one of jewelry’s most enduring motifs. Expertly crafted in solid 14k gold...
Diamond, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Oval Bangle Bracelet #24895
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Oval Bangle Bracelet- Elegant and refined, this sparkling bangle bracelet features 35 round brilliant cut diamonds set in classic 14K yellow gold. A time...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$715Sale Price|50% Off
Silvorra Contemporary 2.2ct Natural Ruby & Blue Sapphire Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Silvorra 925 Sterling Silver bangle bracelet studded with 25 vibrant gemstones red ruby and blue sapphire in round and oval shapes 1x1 mm and 6x4 mm for a total gemstone weight o...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Frank Gehry 18k tricolor gold geometric bangles
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These vintage Tiffany & Co. Frank Gehry bangles are a bold and artistic design from the 2000’s, crafted in 18k tricolor gold. The combination of yellow, white, and rose gold creates ...
Gold, 18k Gold
$352Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Timeless Square Cut Cubic Zirconia Half Eternity Style Bracelet For her
Located in New York, NY
Bangle bracelet featuring square cut cubic zirconia totalling 6.55 Carats, set in solid 925 sterling silver. Designed with precision-set 3 x 3 mm square cubic zirconia in a sleek ch...
Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
G.Verdi for Cellini 18 Karat Rg Bracelet 7.22cts Pink Sapphire 8.45cts, Diamonds
By Verdi
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent 18 karat rose gold bracelet designed by g. Verdi of Italy for Cellini NYC. The bracelet is set half way around with 7.53 carats of rose cut pink sapphires and 4.45 carat...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Notched Bangle Bracelet with Round Diamonds in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This timeless bangle features a substantial gold band accented with a row of sparkling round brilliant diamonds, evenly spaced for continuous, understated shimmer around the wrist. T...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 1.0 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Multi Star Hinged Bangle
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Curated by The Jewelry Destination, this striking natural diamond multi-star hinged bangle is impeccably crafted in warm 18 karat rose gold, blending sculptural design with radiant s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Tri Color Yellow White Rose Gold Diamond Bangles 3.80 Cttw Flexible
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat Yellow, White & Rose Gold bangles featuring 50 round brilliants on a flexible bangle. White Gold - 1.29 Carats Rose Gold - 1.26 Carats Yellow Gold - 1.25 Carats Have ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet with Four Carats Blue Sapphire
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Italian Style contemporary bangle bracelet is encrusted with cushion or oval cut sapphire, 4.32 carats, 12.8x8.5 mm. This sapphire looks very dark in the ro...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antora Tubogas 18k Yellow Gold Juste Un Clou Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Antora
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Flexible and adaptable bracelet with tubogas craftmanship that fits wrists of 7,87 inches medium to large Available in three colours of gold, yellow, white and rose. Gold weight 5,2...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Bracelet 9.02 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Ruby: 9.02 Carats (Treatment: Glass Filling) Metal: Sterling Silver Length: 8.5 Inches Custom sizin...
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Half-Pavé Diamond Bangle in 18K White Gold, 3.10 Carats, USA
Located in New York, NY
A timeless symbol of elegance and refinement, this exquisite half pavé diamond bracelet is beautifully crafted in 18k white gold. The sleek, polished gold band is adorned with 155 ro...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,256Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Bangle Bracelet in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Diamond Bangle Bracelet in 14k White Gold This bangle bracelet is crafted in 14k white gold and features approximately 2.65ctw of round diamonds in a patterned design. The mix of wh...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver 18k Yellow Gold Wide Key Lock Bangle Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Style: Wide Key Lock Bangle Bracelet Material: Sterling Silver and 18k Yellow Gold Width: Approximately 25 mm Weight: 69.4 grams Hallmarks: Stamped Tiffany & Co....
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
18 Karat White Gold Tahitian Pearl Diamond Floral Bangle 0.07 Carats
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold open cuff bangle featuring one Tahitian Pearl measuring 11-12 MM and one floral motif containing 9 diamonds weighing 0.07 Carats.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Carved Fish Motif Serpentine "Jade" Bowenite Bangle
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This elegant mid-century bangle is finely carved from natural serpentine bowenite, a translucent stone in a soft yellowish-green hue often known as “new jade.” Beautifully detailed, ...
Jade
14K Yellow Gold Engraved Baby Bangle Bracelet, Contemporary Design
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Engraved Baby Bangle Bracelet. The bracelet has an overall smooth shiny finish with engraved floral accents. When the hinged bangle bracelet is stamped 14K BAB o...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collection 18 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Diamond Bangle with Diamond Flower
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer presents a striking Blue and White Diamond Bangle Bracelet, featuring 2.08 Carats of Blue Brilliant Diamonds accented with 0.75 Carats of White Brilliant Diamonds...
Diamond, Blue Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White G...
$3,577Sale Price / item|20% Off
Minimalist SI/H Natural Pave Diamond Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
Minimalist SI/H Natural Pave Diamond Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold features a sleek gold frame that flows into an intricate diamond-studded centerpiece. Diamonds are a univer...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.00 Carat Diamond Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Classic Bangle Bracelet The bangle is 14K White Gold There are 5.00 Carats In Diamonds F/G VS/SI The bangle weighs 28.4 grams The bangle is 0.25" wide. Fits up to 6.75 inch wrist in ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$7,149Sale Price|25% Off
Diamond Beaded Bangle Bracelet 3.88 Carats 14 Karat White Gold F-G VS1-VS2
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat white gold bangle bracelet featuring three rows of 286 round brilliants weighing 3.88 carats. Sparkles & full of life. Can be made in yellow or rose gold. Color F-G Clarity...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Doris Panos Gold and Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Doris Panos
Located in Darnestown, MD
Gold and diamond bangle bracelet by Doris Panos. The bracelet has seven stations of diamonds weighing a total of 35 points. Between the diamond shaped stations and throughout the bac...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tahitian Pearl Diamond Bangle Bracelet 0.12 Carats 11-12 MM 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold bangle bracelet featuring 32 round brilliants weighing 0.12 carats and one grey Tahitian Cultured Pearl measuring 11-12 mm. Color G-H Clarity SI
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Bicolor Gold and Diamond Wrap Bangle Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
This stylish bracelet is in a wrap design with rose gold bands and white gold stations set with round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.86 carats total. A comfortable d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold Diamond Bangle, 1.00 Carat, 1980s Design
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant vintage diamond bangle is a beautifully polished design from the 1980’s, set with 29 round brilliant and single cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.00 carat in total. ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
15K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Bangle Bracelet #25607
Located in Washington Depot, CT
15K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Bangle Bracelet- This lovely bangle bracelet features nine round European cut diamonds alternating with eight white pearls set in beautifully detai...
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,800Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier 18K Large Wide Vintage Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Aspen, CO
18K yellow gold bangle bracelet by Cartier, signed on the clasp and with indistinct numbers on the inside rim. This is a large wide statement, with an interior dimension of approxima...
18k Gold
$22,800Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Large Wide Vintage Bangle Bracelet, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Aspen, CO
18K yellow gold bangle bracelet with a high polish by Cartier, signed on the clasp and with indistinct numbers on the inside rim. This is a large wide statement, with an interior dim...
18k Gold
TJD 2.00 Carat Marquise Motif Diamond Bangle in 14K White Gold
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This elegant diamond bangle is crafted in rich 14 karat white gold and designed in a refined marquise motif silhouette, featuring a graceful sequence of elongated navette-shaped diam...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Handmade Sterling Silver Three-Strand Tubogas Rolling Bangle Bracelet
Located in Greenwich, CT
With a timeless but modern style, this chic intertwined 9mm three strand tubogas rolling bangle bracelet was originally inspired by the flexible automotive gas tubing of the 1920’s. ...
Sterling Silver
Antora Tubogas 18k Yellow Gold Juste Un Clou Diamond Cuff Bracelet
By Antora
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Flexible and adaptable bracelet with tubogas craftmanship that fits wrists of 7,87 inches medium to large Available in three colours of gold, yellow, white and rose. Gold weight 11,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Faye Kim 18K Gold Thin Bangle Bracelet, Handmade in USA, Unisex
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18k Gold Thin Bangle Bracelet 2.5" inner diameter Handmade in the USA
Gold, 18k Gold
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Green, Lavender, Red Tri-Color Genuine Burmese Jadeite Jade Bangle #3
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our extraordinary Green, Lavender, Red Tri-color Jadeite Jade Bangle, a singular masterpiece that captures the essence of natural beauty and sophistication. This remarkab...
Jade
14K Rose Gold Diamond .75ct Flexible Bracelet for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Quality Flexible Stackable Bangle: Made from real 14k gold and 76 glittering white approximately 3/4 cts. Certified diamonds, featuring a single row of white diamonds flexible diame...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Vintage ORJ Ruby and Diamond Flexible Link Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A refined interplay of color, geometry and movement defines this ruby and diamond bracelet, crafted in 14K yellow gold and dating to the late 20th century. The articulated design is ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage diamond ruby emerald sapphire 14k yellow gold bangle
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful vintage gemstone bangle is a vibrant 1970’s design, featuring 8 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.30 carat in total. Graded G-H color and VS clarit...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,320Sale Price|20% Off
Sapphire and Diamond Bangle in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Sapphire and Diamond Bangle in 18k Yellow Gold This bangle is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a hinged design accented with oval blue sapphires and round diamonds. The gemst...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$24,491
DIOR Bois de Rose bracelet
Located in PARIS, FR
DIOR Bois de Rose bracelet in 18k yellow gold and diamonds. Condition: like new. Retail price: €37,500. Size: 14.5. Diamond weight: 3.29 carats. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
SOHO Jewelry 0.32 Carat Round Diamond Enamel & Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By SOHO
Located in New York, NY
A stylish bangle bracelet, showcasing an ode to tiger's eye with a multilayered enamel finish and inlaid with 18K yellow gold. Accented by round melee diamonds weighing 0.32 carat to...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. T Wire Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Bracelet
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Title Tiffany & Co. T Wire Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Diamond Bracelet 0.11CTW Description This is an authentic Tiffany & Co. T Wire bracelet crafted in solid 18-karat...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee Bracelet 18K White Gold Bangle Women Size Small Signed
Located in Dallas, TX
An elegant and timeless Perlée bangle bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels, crafted in solid 18K white gold (Au750). This iconic design features the Maison’s signature beaded edge deta...
18k Gold, White Gold
$25,600Sale Price|20% Off
Wide Princess Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet 12 Carats 18KT Yellow Gold 67 Grams
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat yellow gold wide bangle featuring 104 Princess Cut diamonds weighing 12 carats of H Color and VS2 Clarity and 0.50 inches wide. 67.3 Grams A Real Showstopper!!! More Impre...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sacchi Roman Colosseum Diamonds Gemstone Cuff Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Rome, IT
Unique Roman Colosseum Satin Yellow Gold and Diamonds Cuff Bracelet, from Sacchi’s Rome Collection, hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique. Lost...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carrera Y Carrera 2000's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Eden Bangle Bracelet
By Carrera
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a wide bangle bracelet centering a matte gold repoussé panel depicting Adam and Eve Comprised of a man and woman in embrace with grooved details With high polish gold sur...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hammered Rhodium-Plated Silver Bangle with Diamonds Paradizia Bracelet
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Your elegance interlaced with your edgy style is echoed in this striking sterling silver bangle bracelet embellished with 6.30 carats of pave diamonds. Hammered by hand t...
Sterling Silver, Rhodium, Silver
Yianni Creations 2.50 Carat Topaz and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bracelet
Located in Astoria, NY
Enjoy wearing Yianni Creations 18 Karat gold artisan bangle bracelet crafted in Greece. Shiny liquid edges contrast with the brushed background. The bracelet features 2.50 Carat London Blue Topaz accompanied by 0.03 Carat Brilliant Cut White Diamond. Matching items are available. Contact us for this design in a different stone setting. For a full selection of Yianni Creations (YC) jewelry please visit our storefront here on 1stdibs – Yianni Creations Inc...
Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Swirl Cuff Bangle Bracelet 47.6 Grams
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat yellow gold bangle cuff featuring a swirl motif weighing 47.6 grams.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victoria Diamond Cross Bangle Bracelet in 14k Gold
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Graceful, refined, and timeless, the Victoria Diamond Cross Bangle Bracelet is a sophisticated expression of modern faith-inspired fine jewelry. Expertly crafted in solid 14k gold, t...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Rock Crystal and Diamond Cuff Bangle, 2.50 Carats
Located in London, GB
A modern, fluted rock crystal bangle bracelet, carved from one single piece of rock crystal, with four 18 carat white gold spacer sections, each set with round brilliant-cut diamonds...
Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Black Diamond Pave Snake Bracelet Ruby Eyes 6.36 Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
"It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 2 Rubies = 0.05 Carats Black Diamonds = 6.31 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver
Ruby, Black Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k ...
Contemporary Solid 18K Yellow Gold 0.65ct Natural Diamond Bypass Bangle
Located in Zurich, CH
A masterclass in modern jewellery engineering, this 18k yellow gold bangle features a sophisticated internal chassis that allows the entire piece to be gently bent and shaped. Unlike...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold and Diamond Woven Bracelet
Located in Darnestown, MD
Beautifully made 18 karat gold bracelet of diagonal links alternating with the same shape with diamonds. The fabrication of the bracelet makes it flexible and very comfortable to wea...
Diamond, 18k Gold
G. Verdi 18KT. Gold Bracelet with 15.69Cts of Amethyst & Tsavorites, & Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This bracelet was designed by G. Verdi of Italy. The round brilliant cut Amethyst stones are set in 18 karat yellow gold prongs that give a beautiful beaded effect. Round brilliant D...
Amethyst, Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold