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.
Dubini Apollo Ancient Coin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Calfskin Braided Bracelet
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin bracelet from the 'Empires' collection features an authentic silver denarius coin minted circa 88 B.C. set in sterling silver with braided calfskin bracelet. Depict...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Gold Greek Cross Cuff Ruby Blue Enamel Bangle Bracelet Sculptural Victorian
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Greek Cross Ruby Light Blue Enamel Gold Chain Cuff Bracelet Designer: J DAUPHIN Description: Handcrafted in gold-plated brass, this open cuff bracelet features an articulated chain...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Beaded Flexible Bujukan Bangle, 14K Gold Stackable Stack Bracelet, BG4107
Located in Austin, TX
This flexible bangle band goes with EVERYTHING! Whether you're wearing this by its self or going for a stacked look this band is the perfect fit! The...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Blue Sapphire Chain Cuff Lucky Charm Bracelet Gold Horseshoe Black Diamond
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue Sapphire Chain Cuff Lucky Charm Bracelet Gold Horseshoe Black Diamond Designer: J DAUPHIN The Horseshoe Bracelet is a chain of large open links that wraps the wrist as a cuff...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Dove Cuff Bracelet in Gold and Silver, Ruby Heart Sculptural Bangle
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Cuff Bracelet in Gold and Silver, Ruby Heart Sculptural Bangle Dove cuff in 14k gold plated brass and sterling silver, formed as a pair of doves in flight holding a heart betwe...
Ruby, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Brass, Gold
Parker Sterling Silver Wave Cuff Bracelet #24526
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Parker Serling Silver Wave Cuff Bracelet - This lovely Parker open cuff bracelet features a clean sculptural wave design with a smooth polished finish crafted in solid sterling silv...
Sterling Silver
Barbara Bixby Sterling Silver 18k Floral Cuff Hinged Bracelet #23770
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Barbara Bixby Sterling Silver 18k Floral Cuff Hinged Bracelet - This elegant Barbara Bixby sterling silver hinged cuff bracelet features oxidized scrollwork with floral leaf motifs ...
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Sarda Sterling Silver Hammered Hinged Cuff Bracelet With Black Onyx #24580
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sarda Sterling Silver Hammered Hinged Cuff Bracelet With Black Onyx - This unique Sarda sterling silver hammered hinged cuff bracelet features two oval black onyx cabochon end stone...
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Betony Vernon "Three Button Cuff" Bracelet Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
Betony Vernon designed the "Three Button Cuff" in 1996 and the empowering piece remains a favorite of BV collectors. Hand-crafted in Sterling Silver 925 sheet metal with three rivete...
Sterling Silver
Natural Diamond Wide Cuff Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold with 20.47 Carats
Located in Montréal, CA
Diamond wide cuff bracelet in 18 karat white gold featuring 20.47 carats of natural white diamonds. This striking statement bracelet combines contemporary architectural design with e...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Snake Cuff Snake Bracelet Ruby Open Bangle Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Bracelet Diamond Ruby Open Cuff J Dauphin Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Bracelet is an open cuff bangle featuring a slender serpent motif handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass, ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Iris Apfel Estate Tribal Cuff Bracelet Enamel Coral Silver COA Guaranteed
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a spectacular treasure from the personal wardrobe of the legendary style icon Iris Apfel. We have her fabulous antique tribal cuff bracelet in silver with red and blue ena...
Coral, Silver, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Silver/ Rattan Wood Cuff Bracelet - Large/XL c.1976
Located in New York, NY
A rare early Peretti design for Tiffany & Co., this open cuff combines a natural rattan wood body with polished sterling silver end caps and a single smooth oval sterling silver cabo...
Silver, Sterling Silver
ORB Sterling Silver Modernist Cuff Bracelet #23425
Located in Washington Depot, CT
ORB Sterling Silver Modernist Cuff Bracelet - This vintage ORB cuff bracelet is crafted in solid sterling silver and features a smooth sculptural curve that gracefully wraps the wri...
Sterling Silver
G. Verdi for Cellini 18 Karat Rose Gold and 5.54 Carat Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Made exclusively for Cellini by G. Verdi of Italy. This elegant bracelet is set with 3 sections of pave set round brilliant diamonds. The 3 sections alternate with 5 diamond rondell...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Yellow Gold Italy Twisted Rope Cuff Bracelet with Ball Ends
Located in Westport, CT
A beautiful 18K yellow gold Italian cuff bracelet featuring a bold twisted rope design accented throughout by a fine twisted gold wire that follows the recessed grooves of the larger...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kings of Persis Ancient Silver Multi Coin 18kt Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin bracelet from the 'Empires' collection features an authentic hemidrachm coins of Kings of Persis circa 1st century B.C. set in 18kt yellow gold. Coin History Home t...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Betony Vernon "Double Sphere Bracelet" Bracelet Sterling 925 in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
Betony Vernon designed the "Double Sphere Bracelet" in 1996 and manufactured in lost wax element. The Sterling Silver 925 "Double Sphere Bracelet" embo...
Sterling Silver
Cupid Heart Diamond Charm Bracelet Gold Chain Black White Diamonds J DAUPHIN
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cupid Heart Diamond Charm Bracelet Gold Chain Black White Diamonds J DAUPHIN Designer: J DAUPHIN Single-row gold chain bracelet featuring a Cupid heart charm pierced by an arrow. ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Sacchi bracelet "Bouquet" collection with 18K yellow gold diamonds
Located in Rome, IT
Wire bracelet in satin yellow gold embellished with diamonds, from the BOUQUET collection by Sacchi, handmade with the lost wax casting technique. Lost wax casting, one of the oldes...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
G. Verdi for Cellini 18 Karat Rose Gold and 5.54 Carat Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Made exclusively for Cellini by G. Verdi of Italy. This elegant bracelet is set with 3 sections of pave set round brilliant diamonds. The 3 sections alternate with 5 diamond rondell...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Zolotas Ram's Head Greek Bangle 18k Yellow Gold made in Greece
By Zolotas
Located in New York, NY
Rams Head Bangle Original Zolotas Famous Greek Designer Circa 1970's has makers mark visible in the images 18k Yellow Gold approx 59 grams. Circumference 6.5' inches Diameter approx...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nebos Bracelet in Sterling Silver 925 by Alejandra Campos Taylor
Located in Geneve, CH
Nebos Bracelet in Sterling Silver 925 by Alejandra Campos Taylor. Dimensions: Available upon request. Materials: Sterling silver with fine silver plating, nickel-free. About the ar...
Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
Marika Desert Gold 14K Gold Cuff Bracelet with Diamond Wave
Located in Venice, CA
This Marika Desert Gold cuff is a gorgeous example of refined craftsmanship and organic lines. The 1 1/8” wide cuff has luxurious presence on the wrist. The edges of the cuff are del...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Sacchi Ancient Roman Coin and Diamonds Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Rome, IT
Ancient Roman Coin and Diamonds Satin Yellow Gold Bracelet, from Sacchi’s "Roma" Collection, hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique. Lost-wax casting, one of the oldest techni...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal Cabochon Snake Cuff Silver Serpent Bracelet Ruby Open Bangle
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Cabochon Snake Cuff Silver Serpent Bracelet Ruby Open Bangle Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Cuff is handcrafted in sterling silver as a single serpent that wraps the wrist. The...
Opal, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Wrist Cuff Large" Bracelet 18 Karat Gold
Located in Rome, IT
Betony Vernon's "O-Ring Wrist Cuff Large" was designed in 1992 and manufactured in lost wax element. The 18-Karat gold "O-Ring Wrist Cuff Large" won’t date in your wardrobe or in the boudoir. Discover the exciting and arousing possibilities it provides especially when worn with Attachments or Pendants. The ball-and-ring mechanism on the "O-Ring Wrist Cuff Large" serves to put all of Betony Vernon's Pendants with hooks literally at hands reach...
18k Gold, Gold
Virgin Mary Cuff Gold Medal Bracelet Ruby Devotional
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Virgin Mary Cuff Bracelet Miraculous Medal Devotional Gold Designer: J DAUPHIN The Virgin Mary Cuff is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass, five hand hammered oval Miraculous Meda...
Ruby, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Brass
Sterling Silver Southwestern Engraved Cuff Bracelet #24628
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling Silver Southwestern Engraved Cuff Bracelet - This vintage sterling silver southwestern engraved cuff bracelet features a classic diamond and scroll motif framed by polished...
Sterling Silver
Leather Cuff bracelet with Navajo Geometric Element, By Melanie Yazzie, Navajo
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Leather Cuff bracelet with Navajo Geometric Element, By Melanie Yazzie, Navajo Artist Jewelry series made in Santa Fe, New Mexico Melanie A. Yazzie (Navajo-Diné) is a highly regar...
Sterling Silver
Sculptural Chain Cuff Cross Bracelet Ruby Gold Catholic J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sculptural Chain Cuff Cross Bracelet Ruby Gold Catholic J Dauphin Designer: J Dauphin The Ruby Cross Chain Cuff is a symbolic sculptural piece by J Dauphin, drawing inspiration fr...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Galaxy Confetti Diamond Bangle, 5mm 14K Yellow Gold Satin Finish
Located in Austin, TX
This Galaxy Diamond Bracelet has beautiful brushed gold with the diamonds all set flush. The bangle bracelet has .83 carats of brilliant white diamonds set in brushed 14 karat yello...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Sonia Bitton 14K Yellow gold Flexible Diamond Cuff Bangle 0.25ctw
By Sonia Bitton
Located in New York, NY
In order to achieve a truly finished look, sometimes all it takes is a delicate touch of shimmer and brilliance. Enhance your ensemble by adorning yourself with the captivating radia...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Titanium, Yellow Gold
Estate Mexican Sterling Amethyst Cuff Bracelet 6 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous vintage Mexican cuff bracelet is sterling silver. It features a 7mm amethyst gemstone. The face of this bracelet measures 7/8 of an inch and tapers down to 3/8 of an i...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Michael Dawkins Sterling Silver Pebble Hinged Cuff Bracelet #23340
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Michael Dawkins Sterling Silver Pebble Hinged Cuff Bracelet - This beautiful Michael Dawkins hinged cuff bracelet showcase his iconic granulated pebble design crafted in solid sterl...
Sterling Silver
Yianni Creations 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Bracelet With a Citrine
Located in Astoria, NY
Presenting Yianni Creations bangle bracelet all handcrafted in Greece from 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This artisan bracelet features 1.25 Carat oval shape citrine accompanied by 0.06 Cara...
Diamond, White Diamond, Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,500Sale Price|30% Off
Bold Pave Diamond Bangle with Cabochon Tanzanites and Emeralds
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This impressive bangle is beautifully made with over 12 carats of diamonds, over 18 carats in emeralds, and over 28 carats in tanzanites. Interior measures 2 3/8" by 2 1/16". The in...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Thistle & Bee Sterling Silver Wide Honeycomb Cuff Bracelet #24625
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Thistle & Bee Sterling Silver Wide Honeycomb Cuff Bracelet - This striking Thistle & Bee sterling silver wide cuff bracelet features a bold honeycomb beehive texture with a smooth p...
Sterling Silver
Heart Bracelet Black Diamond Gold Chain Arrow Cupid Link Bracelet Chunky Chain
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Bracelet Black Diamond Gold Chain Arrow Cupid Link Bracelet Chunky Chain Designer: J DAUPHIN Available for immediate delivery. Black diamond heart bracelet in gold plated br...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
$18,470Sale Price / item|20% Off
Handcrafted Multi Row SI/H Diamond Statement Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
Handcrafted Multi Row SI/H Diamond Statement Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold features intertwined gold layered together. Each one is set with pear-cut diamonds. Diamonds are a universa...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Bracelet Brutalist Bracelet Sculptural Cuff Chain Bypass
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Bracelet Brutalist Sculptural Chain Bypass Cuff Bangle Designer J DAUPHIN The Back Again cuff features two lines of polished oval cable chain links set side by side into a rigid...
Gold Plate, Brass
Native American Orville Tsinnie Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet #25169
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Native American Orville Tsinnie Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet Handmade cuff bracelet featuring hand filed vertical line designs Weighs approx 42.4g, 27.3dwt Measures approx 6 1/2"...
Sterling Silver
$38,800Sale Price|20% Off
Syna Yellow Gold Cuff Diamond Bracelet
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18kyg Diamond 7.50 carats approx. Open cuff bracelet About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from little things, Dharmesh & Namrata Kothari have c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds Rose Gold Cuff Snakes Bracelet Handcrafted In Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Unique cuff bracelet inspired by the fluid motion of the snakes, which intertwin into one extraordinary design handcrafted in 18 carat rose gold. Intricate in detailing and pattern, the snakes surround the wrist guarding the precious white diamonds: the bigger diamond is 0.80 ctw, Color Grade H, Clarity Grade VVS2, the smaller diamond is 0.49 ctw, Color Grade L...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold 6 Diamond Size 17 Small Full Set & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold 6 Diamond Classic Small Model Size 17 Full Set ~ Includes original inner and outer Cartier box, screwdriver, and certificate A timeless and eleg...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Silver Peridot and Tourmaline Bracelet
Located in Astoria, NY
Presenting a cuff bracelet all handmade from sterling silver and solid 18 Karat yellow gold granulation work decorated to create a unique look. This bracelet features 2.80 Carat cabo...
Diamond, Peridot, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterl...
Vintage Brown and Black Faux Tortoise Lucite Cuff
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Vintage Brown and Black Faux Tortoise Lucite Cuff A dramatic faux tortoise shell lucite cuff with a thick black band of lucite around the middle. The interior diameter is 2.5 inches...
Diamond Bracelet Cuff Prong Open Bangle Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Bracelet Cuff Prong Open Bangle Silver Designer: J DAUPHIN The Diamond Cuff is a thin rigid open band in gold plated brass with silver detail at the front. A row of single...
Diamond, White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
Silver Sun, leather cuff, sterling silver, brown, black, cast silver, Santa Fe
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Silver Sun, leather cuff, sterling silver, brown, black, cast silver, Santa Fe Made in Santa Fe - Glenn Green Galleries
Sterling Silver
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Cuff Mini" Bracelet 18 Karat Gold in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Cuff mini" Bracelet was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and manufactured in lost wax elements. Paradise Found collectors have appreciated the "O'Ring" collection over t...
Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Tri-Color Gold Wave Cuff Bracelet 18k Yellow White Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Monaco, MC
This sophisticated Cartier cuff bracelet exemplifies the maison's legendary craftsmanship and timeless design philosophy. Expertly crafted in 18k tri-color gold—yellow, white, and ro...
Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Rose Gold Bracelet with Blue Brown Diamonds
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer two-tone double tennis bangle bracelet in white and rose gold 18 karats with brown and blue diamonds are all microscopically set. This gorgeous bracelet is custom...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pin...
David Yurman Cablespira Pavé Diamond X Cable Cuff 5 mm Bracelet in 18 Karat Gold
By David Yurman
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The inner circumference of this bracelet measures 6.5 inches and will comfortably fit up to a 6.25 inch wrist. This stunning David Yurman Cablespira bracelet is an exquisite piece ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$559 / item
Men's Hammered Curved Bangle
Located in London, GB
A sterling silver torque style bangle with a hammered finish. Our classic everyday bangle made bigger and bolder. A standout piece, our curved sterling silver Nomad bangle fits to yo...
Sterling Silver
Snake Bracelet Serpent Ruby Diamond Gold Bangle Cuff
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Bracelet Serpent Ruby Diamond Gold Bangle Cuff Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Bracelet is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass, a serpent that wraps the wrist with ruby eyes a...
White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Bvlgari Stainless Steel Black Onyx Tubogas Cuff Bracelet, Italian
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
A sleek and iconic Bvlgari Tubogas cuff bracelet, crafted in polished stainless steel and finished with two round black onyx inlays framed by the signature BVLGARI BVLGARI logo motif...
Onyx, Steel, Stainless Steel
Men's Titanium 18 Karat Rose Gold Round Colorless Diamond Bracelet
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Titanium stylish bracelet is from our Men's Collection. This modern bracelet is decorated with 4 natural colorless round diamonds in total of 0.04 Carat placed on 18K rose gold detai...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, Titanium
Estate 18K Rose Gold FILIPPINI FRATELLI Woven Italian Flexible Cuff Bracelet 7”
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A finely made bracelet crafted in heavy 18K rose gold in a gorgeous, detailed weave design. Complete with box clasp and safety. Dimensions/Weight: Bracelet measures 7” long and ....
Rose Gold
Horseshoe Cuff Bracelet White Diamond Blue Sapphire Link Chain Cuff Good Luck
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Horseshoe Cuff Bracelet White Diamond Blue Sapphire Link Chain Cuff Good Luck Talisman Designer: J Dauphin The Horseshoe Cuff Bracelet is an articula...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Emerald Wrap Wide Cuff Bracelet
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Wrap flexible bracelet is custom made of White gold 18 karats. The gorgeous piece has brilliant cut white diamonds total weight of 5.23 Carat and eight Emeralds t...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold