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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Oxidized Silver, 18K YG Dark Gleam Bangle with Diamonds by Agneta Bugyte
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
This Oxidized Silver and 18K Yellow Gold Dark Gleam Bangle with Diamonds (0.37 cttw) by Agneta Bugyte showcases a bold fusion of rich materials and refined craftsmanship. The strikin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire & Diamond Statement Bangle Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Meticulously crafted in warm 18 carat yellow gold, this vintage statement bangle is the kind of piece that creates a lasting impression whenever it is worn. At its centre sits a str...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Picchiotti Invisibly Set Sapphire and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bracelet
By Picchiotti
Located in New York, NY
Picchiotti 18 Karat yellow gold bracelet is Invisibly set with 34 graduating baguette cut sapphires totaling 5.45 carats , and 4.18 carats of graduating baguette cut diamonds. Diamo...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k 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 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
Single Diamond Cluster Bangle Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold, Handcrafted in Italy
Located in New York, NY
Sleek and sculptural, this diamond cluster bangle bracelet blends refined elegance with modern craftsmanship. The design features a single brilliant diamond flower cluster at its cen...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bangle with East-West Oval Diamonds
Located in Wailea, HI
15 Oval-cut diamonds set in 18k rose gold 4-prong bangle bracelet. Carat total weight 4.51 GIA Color D-F Clarity VVS2-VS2 Also available in 18k white and yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mixed Shape 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Accent Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mixed Shape 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Accent Bangle Bracelet features 0.65 carats of natural fancy diamonds set in radiant 14K yellow gold. Weighing 10.6 grams, this bracelet combi...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Encrusted Triple Row Bracelet With Onyx Shoulders in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This tailored, Mid-20th Century 18k yellow gold bangle bracelet is comprised of three rows with diamond encrusted bombe plates at the center, and with polished bombe onyx shoulders. ...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,599Sale Price|20% Off
Messika 0.36Ctw Manch Glam'Azone Diamond 2 Row Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold SZ Small
By Messika
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of sparkle to your wrist with this gorgeous Messika Manch Glam'Azone diamond 2 rows cuff bracelet. Crafted in lustrous 18K yellow gold. It features center prong set oval ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roberto Coin Panda Diamond Black Onyx 18K White Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Roberto Coin
Located in Miami, FL
Panda collection Roberto Coin Diamond Onyx Gold Eternity Bracelet. A classic Diamond & Black Onyx Bracelet, from the Designer Roberto Coin. An eternity-style slim medium bracele...
Diamond, Onyx, White Gold
$10,395Sale Price|20% Off
Le Vian Chocolate & White Diamond 14 Karat Bangle Bracelet In Stock
By Le Vian
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Le Vian 14k Rose Gold Chocolate & White Diamond Bangle Bracelet We have a large inventory of estate jewelry and have been buying estate jewelry for over 40 years in Boca Raton, F...
Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,840Sale Price / item|20% Off
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...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$14,240Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat White Gold Blue Sapphires Bangle Aenea Jewellery
Located in Salzburg, Salzburg
Bangle handcrafted in White Gold and Rhodium-plated Sterling Silver with Blue Sapphires. Paving: Blue Sapphires 23,77ct. Material: White Gold 750; Palladium 950; Sterling Silver 925; Black Rhodium This wonderful Bangle we also sell with...
Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Palladium, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
18 Kt Gold Flexible Bangle Bracelet Tahiti Pearls & Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
PINK GOLDEN FLEXIBLE BANGLE BRACELET WITH TAHITI PEARLS & DIAMONDS MATERIAL: 18 kt pink gold SIZE: 64.50 mm x 58 mm, to fit 18 cm wrist WEIGHT: 31.7 grams / 1.115 oz / 20.4 dwt ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Set of 3 18 Karat Tri-Colored Gold and 2.04 Carat Diamond Star Bangles
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in Italy by Aldo Garavelli. Set of 3 bangles set in 18KT Rose, Yellow and White gold. Each bangle has 28 stars, each set with a round brilliant diamond. Total diamond weight of each bangle bracelet is 0.68ct. Total diamond weight of all three bangles...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Gold Diamond, Cabochon, Ruby Sapphire Hinged Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb: made of 18k yellow gold this bracelet is of a hinged design. Fits as if it's a bangle with an easy mechanism to put it on and off. Encrusted with beautiful gems like rub...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Judith Ripka 18K White God, Diamond and Emerald Bracelet
By Judith Ripka
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Judith Ripka 18K White God, Diamond and Emerald Bracelet Diamonds 2.39ctw Baguette Emeralds 1.05ctw Circumference 15.9mm Retail $29,040
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,680Sale Price|20% Off
Tanisa Nahata Diamond 1.05ct. Bangle in 18Karat White Gold.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Made by nature over a period of time and under great pressure, diamonds are a beautiful reminder that all things great take time. There is a reason why diamonds are a girl’s best fri...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Citrine Stingray Leather Bangle 585 Gold 14 kt Yellow Gold beautiful Lemon Color
Located in Viena, Viena
Citrine stingray leather bangle, 585 gold, 14 kt yellow gold, .high-quality piece of jewelry with a beautiful genuine citrine cabochon of approx. 10 mm in diameter, set all around in...
Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 1.0 Carat Round & Baguette Diamond Open Cuff Bangle in 14K Yellow Gold
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
This refined TJD diamond open cuff bangle bracelet is crafted in solid 14K yellow gold for timeless warmth and comfortable wear. The open cuff silhouette gives the bracelet a modern,...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Signed Kupittan Kulta Scandinavian Modern Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Finnish Mid-Century bangle bracelet. In sterling silver. By Kupittan Kulta. Design attributed to Elis Kauppi ca. 1960. Consisting of a bangle bracelet with 2 ball terminal...
Sterling Silver
Tailored 18K Gold, Onyx and Diamond Bracelet by La Triomphe
By La Triomphe
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This beautiful and very well crafted 18k yellow gold bangle bracelet by well respected maker, La Triomphe is pure 1970's high style. Characteristic of their offerings, every element ...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
18KT White Gold 15.68 Ct. Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Magnificently set 18 karat white gold pave' diamond bangle bracelet. The oval shaped bracelet has a total of 621 round brilliant diamonds with a total weight of 15.68 carats. The beauty of this bracelet is the oval shape, which sits so comfortably on the wrist without spinning around. The bracelet has an invisible closure for a seamless design. Stamped 18k 750 Also available in yellow and rose gold, and black diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$9,163 / item
Chain White Pink Gold 18K Bracelet Diamond For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
BRACELET 18K White/Pink Gold Diamond 1.84 Cts/397 Pcs
Gold
Lugano 3.00 carat sapphire 18k white gold bezel bangle
By Lugano
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sleek and sophisticated bracelet from the luxury jewelry house Lugano, this modern bezel-set bangle showcases forty-eight round cut sapphires totaling approximately 3.00 carats. Th...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Diamond Onyx 18 Karat Gold Large Wide Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Treat yourself with this trending Chic early 1980s Diamond and onyx large bangle bracelet. It is crafted in 18K yellow gold, topped with extra white natural diamonds, and a pave set....
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Gold
Cartier 18k White Gold Just Un Clou (Nail) Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This stunning Cartier White Gold Bangle is in excellent condition and is ready to ship! Designer: Cartier Collection: Just Un Clou Material: 18k White Gold Diamond Details: This Jus...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Trinity Diamond and 18 Carat Yellow Gold Interlocked Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Discover timeless elegance with this exquisite bangle from the iconic Cartier Trinity Collection, crafted in radiant 18 carat yellow gold. The design celebrates Cartier's iconic Tr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$200Sale Price|20% Off
10 Colet Geode druzy textured bangle
Located in Hoffman Estates, IL
Slim bangles with textured hand brushed metal enhanced with 10 colorful druzy stone all over. Available in pink, green and purple druzy. Wear it alone or pile it on. Sold in single...
Agate, Geode, Druzy, Base Metal
AENEA 18k Yellow Gold Rainbow Multi-Color Emeralds Ruby Sapphire Bangle
Located in Salzburg, Salzburg
This rainbow and multicolour bangle is part of the AENEA Flow Collection and can be easily worn throughout the day into the night. You will always be perfectly dressed, whatever occa...
Amethyst, White Diamond, Emerald, Morganite, Peridot, Ruby, Blue Sapphir...
$2,550Sale Price|20% Off
Fancy Yellow Pave Diamond Spike Bangle In 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Spike Fancy Yellow Diamond Bangle In Silver & Gold openable bangle with gold clasps. Diamond weight: 1.98cts . Stack this with your favorite everyday gold bangles to fancy it up.
Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Leather Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as bangle style bracelet comprised of wide leather strap Deep reddish-brown with cream stitching along the edges Featuring a sleek yellow gold loop buckle clasp With hinged ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold and 38.32 Carat Diamond Bangle-Cuff Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Breathtaking 18K White Gold Bangle Bracelet in a unique Cuff-Style with 5 Rows of 550 White Round Diamonds totaling 5.31 Carats & 662 Dazzling Baguette Diamonds totaling 33.01 Carats.
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Lalaounis 18K Gold Frost Rock Crystal Wide Cuff Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This authentic vintage cuff bracelet by Ilias Lalaounis is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and showcases the designer’s signature blend of classical inspiration and sculptural artis...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$360Sale Price|20% Off
CZ KJL Cubic Zirconia by Kenneth Jay Lane Pave Crystal Flower Bangle Bracelet
Located in Milford, DE
Floral-themed bracelet by Kenneth Jay Lane. Features a flower decorated with clear and lemon cubic zirconia crystals, set on a wide black acrylic band. Hallmarks: none Inner circu...
Zircon
Vintage Hermès 18 Karat Rose Gold Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Hermès 18 Karat Rose Gold Bracelet Bangle c.1990s-2010 Fits up to a size 6.5" wrist - size SH 25.8 grams Made in France Slip into a world of unparalleled elegance with our Solid 18k Rose Gold Hèrmes Bangle Bracelet—a gem that encapsulates the spirit of Hèrmes...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
R.C.M. 18 Karat Gold, 4.25 Carat Blue Sapphire and 2.20 Carat Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Founded in 1969 in Valenza, Italy RCM is well known for their classic designs in modern appeal. This bracelet is a perfect example of their unique styling. The 18 karat yellow gold f...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Lugano rose cut diamond 18k blackened gold coil bangle
By Lugano
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A bold expression of contemporary luxury, this striking Lugano coil bangle showcases a dramatic contrast between luminous diamonds and rich blackened gold. Two elegant rose cut diamo...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$6,320Sale Price|20% Off
Alligator Shaped Bangle with Ruby Eyes & Pave Diamonds in 14k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14kt Gold:11.2g, Diamond:13.75ct, Silver:52.39gm, Ruby:0.05ct
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold
1990S Diamond Colombian Emerald 18K Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Natural Diamond and Emerald Gemstone Bangle Bracelet, hand crafted in 18K Yellow and White Gold. Natural earth mined Diamonds and Emeralds are bezel set on a wide band with beautifu...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage Double Fox Head Bangle Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold Bypass Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed vintage double fox bypass bracelet crafted in 10k & 14k gold (circa 1960s to 1970s). Two textured fox heads adorn a bypass style bangle. The bangle is f...
Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love SZ 17 With Cert, Receipt, Pouch 4 Diamond Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier Love bracelet in 18K white gold is the elegant diamond version of the Maison’s most iconic design. Sized at 17, it features 4 brilliant round-cut diamonds set between ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold Perlee Clover Diamond Size S Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Clover bracelet is crafted in 18K white gold and features the brand's signature beaded design with delicate clover motifs set with brilliant ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pair of Gold and Diamond Bangle Bracelets by Doris Panos
By Doris Panos
Located in Darnestown, MD
Pair of gold and diamond bangle bracelets by Doris Panos. The bracelets are hinged. They have an inner diameter of 2 1/4 inches. They are 1/4 inch in height. Total diamond weght of e...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold, Platinum Double Lion Black Enamel Sapphire Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Prepare to be captivated by the extraordinary beauty and rarity of this vintage David Webb Double Lion Head Bracelet. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exquisite piec...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Raja Tears Green Emeralds, Rubies, Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the stunning and exceptionally gemmy David Webb Raja Tears bracelet, a true masterpiece of design and craftsmanship. This exquisite bracelet showcases a captivating buc...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Petal Cut Rainbow Gemstone 14K (Custom) Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Petal Cut Rainbow Gemstone Bangle is crafted in polished 14K yellow gold and features a graceful row of marquise-shaped gemstones arranged in a soft, multicolour progression. Th...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Gold Vintage Diamond C Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow, white and rose gold Cartier Vintage Double C de Cartier cuff bracelet featuring 0.61 carats of round brilliant diamonds. Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold, 18K White Gold, 18K ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Rare 1970 Rose Gold Aldo Cipullo Love Bracelet 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Rare 1970 Aldo Cipullo 18 Karat Rose Gold Rose Gold Love Bracelet Size 16. Metal Type: 18 Karat Rose Gold Metal Weight: 38.6 Grams
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Modern Lugano rose cut diamond 18k white gold coil bangle
By Lugano
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking contemporary design from the luxury jewelry house Lugano, this elegant coil bangle showcases a beautiful blend of antique-inspired and modern diamond cuts. Two luminous ro...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Danish Design Sven Haugaard Modernist Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet Circa 1960
Located in New York, NY
A unique sterling silver, pierced, modernist design, wide bangle bracelet by Sven Haugaard, circa 1960. Dramatic, artistic, and fully representative of Haugaard's work and the times ...
Sterling Silver
Vintage KJL Black and White Leopard Double Head Bracelet, 1980s
By KJL
Located in New York, NY
Vintage KJL Leopard Black and White Enamel Double Head Bracelet, Circa 1980s. This is a truly stunning statement piece that looks amazing when paired with gold pieces, stacked, or co...
Enamel, Mixed Metal
SOHO Diamond Red Enamel and Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet
Vintage Heavy 18 kt Yellow Gold Handmade Italian Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Los Gatos, CA
This one-of-a-kind Vintage Heavy 18 kt yellow Gold Handmade Italian Diamond Bangle features 19 Flush Set Polished and graduated Bezel Set Diamonds graduating from 0.06 to 0.25 carat ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.7 Carat Bezel Set SI/H Diamond Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
2.7 Carat Bezel Set SI/H Diamond Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold features a full line of round-cut diamonds stones, each set securely in a bezel setting. Diamonds are believed ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Scalloped Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
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...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Gold, Diamond and Emerald Tiger Bangle Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Fine and unusual diamond, emerald, platinum, and 18K yellow gold, bangle bracelet by David Webb. It resembles a tiger head, with cabochon emerald eyes and black enamel stripes, adorn...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
18 kt. yellow gold bangle with 18 brilliant cut diamonds in a modern setting
Located in Hamburg, DE
This elegant bangle bracelet, crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, features a striking design. A diagonal inlay across the bracelet showcases 18 brilliant-cut diamonds, collectively we...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Hermes France Collier de Chien Diamond 18k White Gold Bangle
FreyWille Enamel Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Frey The jewelry is made in ViennaWille enamel bangle is from an earlier collection and has an unusual design on black enamel . FreyW...
Enamel