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.
Find a collection of modern watches, bracelets, engagement rings, necklaces, earrings and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
$3,240 / item
1.20ct Diamond Cuban Chain Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold •1.20ct Natural Round Diamond • Diamond Color-Clar...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$3,160Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 1.06 Carat Pave Diamond 18-Karat Beaded Bump Bangle In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Natural 1.06 Carat Pave Diamond 18-Karat Beaded Bump Bangle This exquisite 1.06-carat pave diamond bangle features intricate 18-karat gold craftsmanship. The design includes delicat...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,146 / item
1.10ct Yellow Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold •1.10ct Natural Yellow Diamond • Diamond Color-Cla...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$5,940 / item
8.40ct Sapphire Rainbow And Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • 1.90ct Natural Round Diamond •6.50ct Natural Rai...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$3,050 / item
0.62ct Champagne Diamond Solid Link Chain Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold •0.62ct Natural Champagne Color Diamond • Diamond ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$3,500 / item
2.70ct Black Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold •2.70ct Natural Black Diamond • Diamond Color-Clar...
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold
$5,250 / item
4.80ct Black Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold •4.80ct Natural Black Diamond • Diamond Color-Clar...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$4,200 / item
0.52ct Mix Diamonds And Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • 8.83GR • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • 0.52ct Natural Diamond • Diamond Colo...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$3,600 / item
2.32ct Multi Diamond Shape Tennis Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold •0.61ct F-VS/SI •1.71ct F-VS / SI • Diamond Colo...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$3,660 / item
0.86ct Marquise Diamond Bangle Solid Gold Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt-18kt • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • Gold GR: 10.09GR •0.65ct Natural Round Cut Diamond •0.20ct ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$4,200 / item
3.20ct Diamond Floral Design Tennis Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold •1.20ct Natural Diamond •1.00ct Natural Pear Diamo...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$6,720 / item
3.20ct Princess Diamond Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • 3.20ct Natural Diamond • Diamond Color-Clarity: ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
4.60ct Black Diamond And Solid 18kt Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • Gold GR: 10.60GR •4.60ct Black Diamond • Diamon...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
2.40ct Blue Diamond And Solid 18kt Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • Gold GR: 9.30GR • 2.40ct Natural Blue Diamond ( ...
Diamond, Blue Diamond, 14k Gold
$8,350 / item
Mix Cut 3.80ct Diamond Cocktail Tennis Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold •2.30ct Natural Diamond •0.80ct Natural Baguette Diamond •0.70ct ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
0.73 Ct Pear Diamond Open Cuff Stackable Bracelet 18K White Gold HRD Certified
Located in Deira, AE
Exemplifying contemporary elegance, this exquisite open cuff bracelet showcases the perfect marriage of minimalist design and luxurious craftsmanship. Meticulously handcrafted in lus...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Pink Enamel Hexagon Diamond Halo Beaded Cuff Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
Pink Enamel Hexagon Diamond Halo Beaded Cuff Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold features a sleek gold beaded band, culminating in a central hexagon-shaped charm with soft pink enamel. A sparkl...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$3,441Sale Price|20% Off
Round Baguette SI/H Diamond Cluster Cuff Bracelet 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Deira, Dubai
This Round Baguette SI/H Diamond Cluster 14 Karat White Gold Cuff Bracelet features cluster of diamonds making pear and round shapes set in a sequence of open bracelet. Diamonds are...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Beatrice Barzaghi Diamond Pave White Gold Ethereal Delicate Cuff Bracelet
Located in Milan, IT
The Gemini Alessandra bracelet is made of 18 karat white gold and features around 0.96 carats, F-G vvs-vs, n. 155 brilliant cut round diamonds. It is CAD designed by Italian designer...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Handcrafted Triple Infinity Sign 22K Gold Bracelet with Diamonds
Located in Istanbul, Fatih
Handcrafted Triple Infinity Sign 22K Gold Bracelet with Diamonds Gold Weight : 21,20 Grams Diamond Weight : 1,05 Ct's
Diamond, 22k Gold
$3,049Sale Price / set|20% Off
1.32Ct SI/H Natural Diamond Open Crossover Cuff Bracelet For Wife 14k White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
1.32Ct SI/H Natural Diamond Open Crossover Cuff Bracelet For Wife 14k White Gold This exquisite choker is crafted in high-quality 14k white gold, offering a smooth, polished finish t...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$4,375Sale Price|20% Off
0.51 Carat SI/H Pear Diamond Cuff Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Deira, Dubai
0.51 Carat SI/H Pear Diamond Cuff Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry Details Item Code :- SEB-61246 Gross Wt. :- 3.62 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 3.52 gm Natural Diamond Wt. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,242Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Zambian Emerald Diamond Stackable Bangle Bracelet 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
Natural Zambian Emerald Diamond Stackable Bangle Bracelet 14 Karat White Gold The statement bracelet features oval cut emerald and round cut diamond set alternatively on a bangle. Wi...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$4,665Sale Price / item|20% Off
Open Front Diamond 14K White Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet Engagement Gift for Her
Located in Deira, Dubai
Open Front Diamond 14K White Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet Engagement Gift for Her This bangle showcases a delicate motif at the center, surrounded by a sparkling array of high-grade nat...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$3,516Sale Price / item|20% Off
1 Carat Natural Diamond 18K White Gold Engagement Bangle Bracelet Gift for Her
Located in Deira, Dubai
1 Carat Natural Diamond 18K White Gold Engagement Bangle Bracelet Gift for Her The bracelet features a marquise-shaped diamond halo centerpiece, artfully positioned between two eleg...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Screw 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Head Open Cuff Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Diamond Screw 14K Yellow Gold Head Open Cuff Bracelet exudes timeless elegance, featuring radiant full-cut natural diamonds set in 14K gold. Available in yellow, rose, or white g...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diamond and Emerald Bar Bangle in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This elegant 18k gold bangle features two parallel bars—one paved with dazzling diamonds and the other with rich emeralds. Its flexible design ensures effortless wear, allowing you t...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,856Sale Price|20% Off
SI/H Diamond Cluster Multi Shape Open Bangle 14 Karat White Gold Cuff Bracelet
Located in Deira, Dubai
This SI/H Diamond Cluster Multi Shape Open Bangle 14 Karat White Gold Cuff Bracelet features round and baguette cut diamonds set in cluster in multi shapes such as marquise and pear ...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
1.95 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Heart Bangle Bracelet Cuff
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A beautiful bracelet handmade in 14K gold & set in 1.95 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Meghna Jewel...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$5,750 / item
15.49 Carat Ruby Square Bangle Bracelet
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A beautiful bracelet handmade in sterling silver and set in 15.49 carats ruby. Also available in blue sapphire. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & excl...
Ruby, Sterling Silver
$18,750Sale Price|25% Off
20.84 Carat Coloured Sapphire, Ruby, Tsavorite, Amethyst Chevron Cuff in 18K
Located in Bangkok, TH
Indulge in the exquisite craftsmanship of this cuff, meticulously designed to showcase 20.84 carats of pave'd colored stones. A mesmerizing array of sapphire, ruby, amethyst, and tsa...
Amethyst, Black Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
$4,800 / item
2.28ct Diamond Tennis Bracelet - Aries
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold •2.28ct Natural Diamond • Diamond Color-Clarity: ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$6,320 / item
3.37ct Baguette Diamond Bangle Solid Gold Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt-18kt • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • Gold GR: 13.12GR •0.57ct Natural Diamond •2.80ct Natural B...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$3,650 / item
2.32ct Mix Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt - 18kt • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold •0.61ct Natural Diamond •1.71ct Natural Oval Cut Diamond ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$4,655 / item
0.96ct Oval Diamond Bangle Solid Gold Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt-18kt • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • Gold GR: 10.05GR •0.65ct Natural Diamond •0.31ct Natural O...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
1.56ctw Baguette Diamond And Solid Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt - 18kt • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • Gold GR: 11.15GR •0.80ct Natural Diamond •0.74ct Natura...
Diamond, 14k Gold
9.80ct Multicolor Sapphire And Diamond Flower Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • Gold GR: 18.70GR • 1.05ct Natural Diamond • 8....
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
3.70ct Baguette Diamond Cuban Link Solid Gold Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • 2.50ct Natural Baguette Diamond • 1.20ct Natural...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$8,265 / item
3.60ct Baguette Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold •1,50ct Natural Round Diamond •2.10ct Natural Bagu...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$7,600Sale Price|20% Off
1.18 Pear Cut and Round Diamond Bangle 18 Carats White Gold Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
1.18 ct total weight Pear & Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Straight Line Station Bangle Bracelet 18K White Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold