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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
Fraleoni 18 Karat White Gold Black and White Diamonds Bangle
Located in Rome, IT
18 kt. white gold bangle with black and white diamonds. This bangle is hand made in Italy. Is a perfect piece to light up your style. The bracelet has a clasp that you can open and c...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

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

Diamond Set Love Bangle, Screw Motif in Bimetal 18 Carat White and Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Diamond set bangle design as screw motif in bimetal 18 carat white and yellow gold. This classic bangle is the epitome of timeless elegance and style. 60 x round brilliant cut, appr...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diana M 23.55 cts Leopard Print Fashion Bangle
Located in New York, NY
18 kt rose gold diamond bangle adorned with yellow diamonds and black and white spots totaling 23.55 cts tw of diamonds
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diana M 18 KT White Gold Rhodium Plated 17.00 Cts White & Black Diamond Bangle
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold rhodium plated diamond bangle adorned with spotted stripes of black and white diamonds totaling 17.00 cts tw of round diamonds (all nesr colorless white, slightly in...
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold, Rhodium, 18k Gold

Rachel Koen 1.50cttw Round Cut Diamond Flexible Bangle Bracelet 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic look with easy elegance, this flexible diamond bangle bracelet exudes sophistication. Features prong set round brilliant cut...
Category

2010s Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. T Black Onyx Wire Bracelet 18K White Gold Size Small
Located in New York, NY
The Tiffany T collection showcases this modern wire bracelet, enhanced with black onyx creating a bold design with a smooth finish and high polish...
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vivid Diamonds 4.70 Carat Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds Bangle Bracelet crafted in 18 karat white gold, featuring 302 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 4.70 carats total, F color, VS-SI clarity. This spectacula...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.6 Ct SI/HI Baguette Diamond Beaded Ball Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- SEB-6030 Gross Wt. :- 23.04 gm 18k Solid Yellow Gold Wt. :- 22.72 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.60 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Bangle Size :- 57 x ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cluster Diamond Hinged Bangle in 18 Carat White Gold
Located in London, GB
Cluster diamond bangle in 18 carats white gold. This hinged bangle design is complemented by round brilliant cut diamonds that catch the light and make a dazzling statement. Round b...
Category

2010s British Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Celestial Diamond 14K Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Celestial Diamond 14K Gold Bangle Bracelet Elevate your elegance with the Celestial  Elevate your elegance with the Celestial Diamond Bangle, a radiant expression of the night sky. C...
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vivid Diamonds 4.70 Carat Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds Bangle Bracelet crafted in 18 karat white gold, featuring 302 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 4.70 carats total, F color, VS-SI clarity. This spectacula...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.80 Carat Round and Baguette Diamond Bangle 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the stunning and modern Brilliant Fashion Bangle, a true testament to the beauty of diamonds. This exquisite bangle features a central row of vertically-set baguette-cut ...
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Natural Pavé Diamond Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in Baltimore, MD
18 Karat White Gold Natural Pavé Diamond Hinged Bangle Bracelet Metal: 18k white gold Weight: 16.9 grams Diamonds: Approx. 2.00 CTW G-H SI round natural diamonds Diameter: 2.75 inc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vivid Diamonds 4.77 Carat Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds Bangle Bracelet crafted in 18 karat Rose gold, featuring 302 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 4.77 carats total, F color, VS-SI clarity. This spectacular...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Two Tone Snake Wrap Pave’ Diamond Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
This bangle is made in 18K white and rose gold and features 110 round cut, pave' set diamonds weighing 1.00 carat. This bangle has a color grade (H) and a clarity grade of SI2.
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Flexible Diamond Bangle 2 Rows Half-Way
Located in Great Neck, NY
Italian diamond bangle flexible set in 14K white gold. The bangle is set with 2 rows of diamonds half-way. The total diamond weight is 1.56 car...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Diana M. White Gold Flexible Bangle 3.25cts
Located in New York, NY
14kt white gold flexible slip on bangle containing 3.25cts of white round diamonds F-G Color SI clarity.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

White Gold

Spike Diamond Green Onyx Bangle Bracelet
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A spike bangle bracelet handmade in 18K gold & sterling silver, enhanced with 4.5 carats green onyx and 1.74 carats of sparkling diamonds with blackened finish. Clasp Closure Also a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Messika 0.62Cttw Skinny Thea Diamond Open Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold Size: Medium
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Messika Thea Skinny diamond cuff bracelet features 2 prong set triangular cut diamonds with a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds accented halfway through the bracele...
Category

2010s Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diana M 18K White Gold 18.30 Ct Tw Diamond Pave Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold diamond pave bangle adorned with mainly micropave diamonds and rose cut diamonds laid throughout totaling 18.30 cts tw
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 1.30 Carats 18 Kt White Gold Baguette Woman Bangle Bracelet
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of this 18 Karat gold bangle bracelet, adorned with stunning baguette diamonds arranged in a captivating double-row design totaling 1.30 car...
Category

2010s Belgian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Diamond Flexible Bangle 3 Carat
Located in Great Neck, NY
Flexible diamond bangle set in 14K white gold. The total weight of the bangle is 2.91 carats. Each stone weighs 0.14-0.15 carats approx. The color of the stones are G, the clarity is...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold

Amwaj Jewelry Emerald Cut Bangle in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
This 18 karat gold emerald cut bracelet features hypnotically radiant rubies, sapphires and emeralds set alongside sparkling white diamonds revealing our masterful craftsmanship of the finest emerald cut jewels...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

7 Carat Multishape Diamond Bangle
Located in Great Neck, NY
Diamond bangle multishape set in 18K white gold. The bangle is set with hearts, marquise, princess, ovals, and emerald cut diamonds. The color of all the mixed stones are F-G, the cl...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

2.00 Carat Round Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approx. Diamond Weight: 2.00 Carat. Diamond Quality: G-H color, SI clarity Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Wrist Fit: 7 inches Approx. Weight: 10.00 grams Product Disclaimer: Each of our jew...
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.13 Carats Round Cut Diamond Twisted Bangle Bracelet in 14K Rose Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This beautiful bangle features 40 round brilliant diamonds weighing 2.13 carats in total. The bangle has a curved design with 2 diamonds set in the center. Made in 14k rose gold.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Red Color Carved Bakelite Bangle
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a red color carved Bakelite bangle. It depicts a wide bangle that is adorned with a cluster of overlapping snakes like. The “ snakes” are carve...
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Bangles

Carolina Herrera Cranberry Color Wide Bangle
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Carolina Herrera cranberry color wide bangle. It is adorned in the center with gilt metal upper case initials- CHCHC from the designer name.
Category

20th Century American Modern Bangles

Black and Gold Resin Lucite Bracelet Bangle
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely lucite bracelet bangle has a domed shape and comprises clear lucite injected with metallic thread inclusions in black and gold. The metallic threads sparkle like Christma...
Category

1960s French Vintage Modern Bangles

18 Carart Gold Yellow Sapphire Flower and Diamond Bangle
Located in Bangkok, TH
The elegant yellow sapphire and diamond bangle which compose of yellow sapphire 4.50 ct and diamond 8.75 ct H VS quality.It is very elegant for party and cocktail time.The diamond ba...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow 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

2.55 Ct Real SI/H Pear Diamond Bangle 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet Fine Jewelry Gift
Located in Diera, Dubai
The allure of fine jewelry with our stunning 2.55 Ct Real SI/H Pear Diamond Bangle crafted from luxurious 18K yellow gold. This exquisite piece features a delicate arrangement of SI/...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Amorph Bangle with 0.26 ct Diamonds
Located in Okmeydanı, 34
These beautiful amorph shaped bangles can be worn stacked or solo for a classic look.
Category

2010s European Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Snake Diamond Bangle 2 Carat
Located in Great Neck, NY
Diamond bangle set in 14K white gold. This italian made piece is set with 2 pointer diamonds, making the total weight 2.05 carats. The color of the stones are G, the clarity is SI1-SI2.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Snake Diamond Bangle 2 Carat
Snake Diamond Bangle 2 Carat
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3 Carat Spiral Diamond Bangle
Located in Great Neck, NY
Diamond Flex bangle in a spiral shape set in 14K white gold. The stones are graduated in size and the total weight of the piece is 3.06 carats. The color of the stones are G, the cla...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Natural rock crystal rope carving bangle from single piece
Located in Bangkok,, TH
A single piece natural rock crystal bangle finely hand carved in jaipur, India. A one of a kind rope carved bangle has been made from a clean natural rock crystal stone which has be...
Category

2010s Indian Modern Bangles

Materials

Rock Crystal

Gray Lucite Bracelet Bangle with Silver Confetti
Located in Atlanta, GA
This charming Lucite bracelet bangle has a domed shape and is comprised of transparent smoked gray lucite injected with metallic confetti inclusions in silver. The metallic confetti ...
Category

1960s French Vintage Modern Bangles

Diana M Pave Fashion Bangle
Located in New York, NY
18 kt yellow gold bangle adorned containing 17.98 cts tw of diamonds (Part of a tri-color bangle set)
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18K Tri-Color Gold Bracelet
Located in PARIS, FR
This stunning 18K tri-color gold bracelet is a timeless piece of fine jewelry, combining the elegance of yellow, white, and rose gold. Weighing 42.50 grams, it offers both substance ...
Category

2010s European Modern Bangles

Materials

18k Gold

Semi-rigid bracelet with a row of 0.64 ct of Diamonds.
Located in Rome, IT
The semi-rigid model bracelet is made up of a row of fifty-one brilliant-cut diamonds, for a total carat weight of 0.64 ct. ts frame is made up of various segments that make it elas...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.13 Carats Round Cut Diamond Twisted Bangle Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This beautiful bangle features 40 round brilliant diamonds weighing 2.13 carats in total. The bangle has a curved design with 2 diamonds set in the center. Made in 14k Yellow gold.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Fine Vintage Unique Silver-Guilt Niello Bracelets
Located in Orimattila, FI
Fine Vintage Unique Silver-Guilt Niello Russian Bracelets 875 Silver Stamps Star and Sickle 875 One stamp where I can't find out? Number and Letters
Category

Late 20th Century Russian Modern Bangles

Materials

Silver, Niello

Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Wide Open Work Honeycomb Bangle
Located in London, GB
This 18 carat white gold bangle features an impressive open work design consisting of hexagonal shapes that are interlocking to create this...
Category

Early 2000s English Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Citrus Lucite Bracelet Bangle with Crystal Rhinestones
Located in Atlanta, GA
This superb Lucite bracelet bangle features a domed shape in a citrus yellow-green color. The bangle is ornate with massive pale yellow glitter crystal rhinestones. There is no visib...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Bangles

Diana M 18K White Gold Fashion Bangle
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold diamond bangle adorned with 6.50 cts tw of diamonds going half-way around
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diana M Pave Fashion Bangle
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold diamond bangle adorned with emerald cut diamonds surrounded by round diamonds totaling 10.20 cts tw of diamonds
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

39 Emerald Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Alternating Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this exquisite bangle showcases a harmonious blend of emeralds, blue sapphires, and full-cut diamonds. Sized at 57MM*47MM and weighing 9.89GR, the design ...
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

6.22 Carat Swiss Blue Topaz Bracelet
Located in София, BG
14 ct. White and Rose Gold Bracelet set with Swiss Blue Topaz. Gold color: White and Rose Dimensions: 53mm. x 41mm. Total weight: 5.94 grams Set wi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bulgarian Modern Bangles

Materials

Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Diamond Bangle 2.30 Carat
Located in Great Neck, NY
Half-Way diamond bangle set in 14K white gold. Each stone weights 0.07 carats each. The total weight of the bangle is 2.30 carats. The color of the stones...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold

Diana M Rose Cut Fashion Bangle
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold diamond and sapphire bangle adorned with 15.21 cts tw of rose cut sapphires surrounded by 6.37 cts tw of diamonds
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

ECJ Collection 14k Rose Gold 0.55ctw Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
East Coast Jewelry Collection Diamond: 0.55ctw Reference number: YFJ01024
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold 0.93Cttw
Located in New York, NY
A classic look with easy elegance, this diamond bangle bracelet exudes sophistication. Features pave set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.96 carats studded halfway through the...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Lacroix Couture Bracelet Bangle Black and White Knitted Fabric
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Christian Lacroix Paris signed bracelet bangle is an exceptional catwalk couture model from the Spring 2008 Ready-to-Wear Collection. This piece is documented. Please s...
Category

Early 2000s French Modern Bangles

Ceramic Bracelet 0.23 ct Brilliant Loop Kollektion Silhouette Bentner Germany
Located in Viena, Viena
from the popular Loop collection by the jewelry manufacturer Silhouette Bentner from Pforzheim, modern flexible ceramic gold bracelets with ceramic and gold rondelles in 585 rose gol...
Category

2010s German Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rachel Koen Round Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet 18K Rose Gold 0.99Cttw
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully crafted bangle bracelet features round brilliant cut diamonds set halfway through the bangle in four prong setting. Crafted in 18k rose gold. Total diamond weight: 0...
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Messika 0.65Cttw Thea Skinny Diamond Open Bracelet 18K White Gold Size: Medium
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Messika Thea Skinny diamond cuff bracelet features 2 prong set triangular cut diamonds with a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds accented halfway through the bracele...
Category

2010s Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Bracelet Bangle with Security Chain 14k White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
A classic wardrobe staple, perfect for every occasion. This bangle features diamonds that float across the wrist in a delicate shared prong 14k white gold setting. Just perfect amount of sparkle to your bracelet stack...
Category

2010s Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Pink Gold and Diamond Bangle-Cuff Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Gorgeous Eye-Catching 18K Pink Gold Bangle Bracelet in a unique Cuff-Style with 5 Winding Rows of Smooth Pink Gold Intertwined with a Winding Row of Round & Baguette Dazzling White D...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

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

Pave Set Round Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet 18K White Gold 0.94Cttw
Located in New York, NY
A classic look with easy elegance, this diamond bangle bracelet exudes sophistication. Features pave set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.94 carats studded halfway through the...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Two Diamond Logo Hinged Bangle Bracelet 18K White Gold Size Medium
Located in New York, NY
Bold and beautiful, this Tiffany & Co. Two Diamond Logo Hinged Bangle Bracelet is a true essence of jewelry aesthetics. Crafted in lustrous 18K white gold. This bracelet features an ...
Category

2010s Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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