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.
Betony Vernon "Pierced Cufflinks" Cufflinks Sterling Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
The "Pierced Cufflinks" were designed by Betony Vernon in 1998 and manufactured in lost wax elements. Part of the iconic "Tokens of Paradise Collection", they are a symbol of virilit...
Sterling Silver
Asch Grossbart 14K Yellow Gold MOP and Onyx Cufflinks Tuxedo Buttons Set #24300
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Asch Grossbart 14K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Onyx Cufflinks & Tuxedo Buttons Set- Elevate your formalwear with this exceptional vintage set by Asch Grossbart, renowned for the...
Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany and Co Vintage Solid Yellow Gold Ball Cufflinks 1.10 Inch Long
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Solid 14 karat Yellow Gold Ball Cufflinks Handsome cufflinks from Tiffany & Co. The cufflinks have 9.5mm and 12.5mm gold bal...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mother-of-Pearl Sterling Silver Cufflinks Handcrafted in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful cufflinks crafted in 925 sterling silver black rhodium plating with two natural mother-of-pearl circles and bullet back toggle. The mothe...
Sterling Silver
Rose Gold Dog Bone Cufflinks and onyx
Located in Milano, IT
Original 9-carat rose gold cufflinks consisting of two gold dog bones and two onyx cylinders stopped by a solid gold band. Handcrafted in our Milan workshop. The cufflinks have the 3...
Onyx, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Emeralds 9 Karat White Gold Cufflinks Handcrafted in Italy
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful cufflinks crafted in 9 karat white gold black rhodium plating featuring 14 natural round cut green emeralds and two natural onyx bars. O...
Emerald, 9k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Emerald Onyx 18 Karat Yellow Gold Panther Cufflinks & Shirt Stud Set
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as bar style cufflinks and shirt studs depicting minimalist panther heads with sleek faceted features Featuring pear cut emeralds flush set as eyes - weighing approximately ...
Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval French Cufflinks
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval French Cufflinks Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 11.93 grams Oval: 12.5mm x 15.5mm Length: 21mm Signed: 18K Tiffany & Co. W.Germany LTD F3500...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modernist Cufflinks with Golden Retriever Canine Motif in 14 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
These charming and playful cufflinks formed in 14 Carat Yellow Gold originate from the United States from circa 1980 in the Manner of Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1. Total weight of 16 gra...
Yellow Gold
Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Enamel Basketball Cufflinks
Located in Firenze, IT
These sterling silver basketball cufflinks are the perfect accessory for fans of the sport. Hand-enamelled with the distinctive orange colour and black lines of a basketball, these c...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Blue Sapphire Cufflink Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 0.76 carat Cufflink set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings Width: 1.8 cm Length: 1.7 cm Total Weight: 20.55 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when it was then situa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18Kt Pink Gold and Brown Diamonds Skull Cufflinks
Located in Cattolica, IT
This gorgeous and particular cufflinks has a very high quality workmanship. The skull in the front side has two brown Diamonds in the eyes for ct 0.43 in total. The back of the cuffl...
Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
$19,092Sale Price|20% Off
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Cufflinks by the Artist with Emeralds
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary jewelry collection was originally designed by artist Polya Medvedeva as sculptures with cubes of gems, which were later modified into a jewelry collection featuring...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid Button Gold Cufflinks 14kt gold 12477
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
3D button cufflinks 8mm wide 14.7 grams 14kt yellow gold
14k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Jade Frog Cufflinks Jades Frogs
By AVGVSTA
Located in Milano, IT
This playful and beautiful pair of cufflinks is entirely made of jade and its front face is hand carved to depict the body a frog made of jade. The simple back toggle is a piece of ...
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier C Cufflinks Smoky Quartz Palladium Sterling Silver Estate Men's Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Estate Cartier smoky quartz cufflinks crafted in sterling silver, palladium finish. The stylish cufflinks are set with 11mm faceted smoky qua...
Quartz, Palladium, Sterling Silver
Vintage De Beers Talisman Rough Diamond Cufflinks in 18k White Gold
By De Beers
Located in London, England
A unique pair of vintage De Beer ‘Talisman’ rough diamond bar cufflinks set in 18k white gold. From a now discontinued collection, each cufflink is c...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$17,500 / set
9 Carats TW Diamond 18k Owl Cufflinks
Located in South Pasadena, CA
9 Carats TW Diamond 18k Owl Cufflinks. The 9 Carats TW Diamond and Pink Sapphire Cufflinks are set in 18k Black Rhodium White Gold. Remarkably designed, these large-scale Owl cuffl...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Sterling Silver Hand-Carved Natural Agate Chalcedony Unicorn Cameo Cufflinks
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
These distinctive cameo cufflinks are expertly crafted in sterling silver and feature hand-carved natural agate cameo depicting the mythical unicorn, a symbol of purity, strength, an...
Agate, Chalcedony, Sterling Silver
Deakin & Francis Skull Cameo Cufflinks
Located in Firenze, IT
Dark, edgy and stylish, these skull cameo cufflinks will get heads turning. Crisp white skull heads, with real 3D depth and definition, are displayed on a cool steel blue, simple bez...
Victor Mayer Hallmark polished turtle Cufflinks in 925 Sterling Silver
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Hallmark polished turtle Cufflinks in 925 Sterling Silver VICTOR MAYER is a fine jewelry house known for its sophisticated craftsmanship. Since 1989, the company has be...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Michael Kanners Paraiba Tourmaline Tanzanite Gold Cufflinks
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Custom made and cut to match stones, combined with meticulous craftsmanship- this is the true meaning of one of a kind, and these cufflinks are just that. The center stones are a Br...
Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold
Betony Vernon "Tuxedo Bondage Kit" Cufflinks Silk Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "Tuxedo Bondage Kit" was designed in 1994 and is comprised of a Sado-Chic bond link, one pair of O-Ring Cuff Links and cotton or silk wrist cuffs. The O-Ring cuff links can also ...
Sterling Silver
14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Onyx Cufflinks and Tuxedo Button Set #21400
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Onyx Cufflinks and Tuxedo Button Set Elegant and refined, this sophisticated formalwear set includes a pair of cufflinks and three matching tuxedo ...
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Yellow Gold French Cartier Sapphire Cufflinks Signed Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a fantastic pair of French Cartier sapphire cufflinks made in 18k yellow gold from the 1950s. The cufflinks are signed Cartier and h...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,887Sale Price|24% Off
Princess Sapphire Princess Ruby 6.50 Carat 18 Karat Gold Double Sided Cufflinks
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the epitome of luxury and sophistication: the Ceylon Princess Sapphire and Burma Princess Ruby 6.50 Carat 18 Karat Double Sided Link Chain Cufflinks, crafted to perfectio...
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver Fleur-de-Lis Agate Cameo Cufflinks by Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Royal symbol fleur-de-lis agate carving sterling silver gemstone cufflinks are one of the most attractive pieces for men's accessories. This symbol of unity depicting that our lives ...
Agate, Chalcedony, Sterling Silver
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Retro Ruby 14 K Yellow Gold Cufflinks stud set
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Designed as chain link-style cufflinks terminating with gold spheres set randomly throughout with round Ruby Cabochons. 24 cabochons Round cut genuine rubies adorn these Van Cleef & Arpels cuff links, bezel set, weighing approx 0.80 carats connected bt a link chain. Handcrafted in 14 K yellow gold. The rubies are transparent medium purplish red in color. Numbered 23200 and fully signed Van Cleef & Arpels NY. Circa: 1950s Spheres measure: 0.93 mm in Diameter for the cufflinks and the studs 0.82 mm in DIameter Total length: 3.70 cm Total weight: 23.35 grams Perfect for any occasion with these Unisex VCA NY vintage Cufflinks and stud...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Biscayne Square Cufflinks 2002
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Biscayne Square Cufflinks 2002 Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 17.9 grams Signed: ©2002 T&Co. 750 ITALY Width: 9.7mm - 13.5mm Length: 23.5mm...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Botta Jewelry cufflinks with rhodochrosite and amazonite in rose gold
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant minimalist cufflinks handcrafted in 9k rose gold with rhodochrosite and amazonite. The combination of colors and choice of stones make these jewels whimsical and unique. They...
Amazonite, Rhodocrosite, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Gemelli da polso in oro nero con agata blu prodotti in Italia
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant 9-karat white gold black rhodium-plated cufflinks formed by four blue agate cylinders stopped by a solid gold band. Handcrafted in our Milan workshop. The cufflinks have the ...
Agate, 9k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Red Enamel Yellow Gold Cufflinks Circa 1990s
By Bulgari
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Bvlgari red enamel and gold double-sided cufflinks circa 1990. We are here to connect you with beautiful and affordable antique and estate jewelry. SPECIFICATIONS: METAL: 18-ka...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Tuxedo Suite
Located in Napoli, IT
Elegant 1970 circa Italian tuxedo cufflinks suite set with natural Sapphire and Diamonds, hand crafted of solid Platinum Chic timeless design set with 6 Royal Blue color natural Sapp...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Roman Malakov 5.40 Carats Total Diamond Classic Soccer Ball Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
A pair of striking cufflinks designed to resemble a classic soccer ball. These cufflinks showcase 24 hexagon-shaped diamonds weighing a total of 5.40 carats. Weighing 28.22 grams and...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Trianon 39.61Ct Blue Sapphire 0.38Ct Diamond Cuff Links/Studs Dress Set
By Trianon
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat white gold cuff-link /3 stud dress set is designed with polished natural blue sapphire stones. Each sapphire has a bezel set diamond center. The cuff-links are double sided with a chain. Blue Sapphire Cuff Links...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fluted Rectangular Cufflinks in Solid 925 Sterling Silver
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fluted Rectangular Cufflinks in Solid 925 Sterling Silver, Rhodium Plated, 11.5 mm x 17 mm by Victor Mayer Cufflinks made in the workshop of VICTOR MAYER in Pforzheim, Germany. The q...
Silver, Sterling Silver
14 Karat Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Sapphire Cufflinks #19910
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Sapphire Cufflinks These elegant mother of pearl cufflinks are each accented with one cabochon natural blue sapphire set in 14K yellow gold....
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Rabbit Cufflinks
By AVGVSTA
Located in Milano, IT
This charming pair of cufflinks is made entirely of 18 karat yellow gold and its front face depicts a rabbit seen from the front as it runs forward. The texture of its fur and its l...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
The Crowned Frog Cufflinks by Michael Kanners
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Add a touch of regal charm and refined whimsy to your formalwear with these exceptional hand-carved frog cufflinks, made in Germany from rare natural Burmese maw sit sit jade. These ...
Jade, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cufflinks with Watch Movement and Onyx in Rose Gold
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant 9-carat rose gold cufflinks formed by two watch movements set in a gold round and on the other end two onyx cylinders set in a solid gold band. Handcrafted in our Milan works...
Onyx, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Wendy Brandes "Poison Ring" 18K Gold and Diamond Locket Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
These cufflinks were inspired by the 16th-century noblewoman and queen consort Catherine de Medici. Tradition has it that she was a notorious poisoner and kept her vices inside locke...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Gemelli da polso lapislazzuli rubini onice e oro rosa
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant 9-carat rose gold cufflinks consisting of two cabochon-cut lapis lazuli set in a gold oval with two brilliant-cut rubies in the center and on the other end two onyx cylinders...
Onyx, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Georg Jensen Denmark 110 Sterling Silver Cufflinks #24550
By Georg Jensen
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Georg Jensen Denmark 110 Sterling Silver Cufflinks A pair of smooth polished oval concave design cufflinks. Weighs approx 15.3g, 9.9dwt Measures approx 1" across, 13/16" high, 3/4...
Sterling Silver
Cartier 18 KT Yellow Gold Cuff Links with .94CT Diamonds 1.25 Ct Ruby Cabochon
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Classic 18 karat yellow gold bar style cuff links. The cuff links are set with 0.94 carats of round diamonds, and 1.25 carats of (4) cabochon rubies . When fully opened they measure...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe 18 Karat White Gold "Nautilus" Cufflinks
Located in Zurich, CH
A fine and elegant pair of 18 karat white gold "Nautilus" whale back cufflinks by Swiss renowned brand Patek Philippe. Crafted in 18 karat white gold Model, cufflinks with rounded c...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Solid Threaded Rope Twist Diamond Cufflinks 18kt Gold 12481
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
solid threaded rope twist diamond cufflinks .16ct natural round cut diamonds f-color vs-2 clarity 18kt yellow gold 22 grams 13mm wide/back: 10mm $6,000.00 appraisal to accompany
Diamond, 18k Gold
Michael Kanners Carved Amber Cufflinks
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
A special technique is utilized to create the design on these amber cabochons and you will never see anything else like them. The amber is burnt to an opaque black on the surface an...
Amber, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
12K Yellow Gold - Natural Green Jade Cabochon Cut: cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
12K Yellow Gold Natural Jade Cufflinks Metal Type: 12K Yellow Gold Total Item Weight: 15.2 Grams 1: Stone: Natural Green Jade Stone Weight: 20 Ct Stone Shape: Cabochon Shape Stone C...
Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold
$400Sale Price / set|50% Off
Vintage-Style Turquoise & Zircon Unisex Cufflinks 925 Solid Silver Gifts for Him
Located in New York, NY
These Vintage-Style Turquoise & Zircon Unisex Cufflinks striking cufflinks, showcasing a vivid oval turquoise cabochon at the center, flanked by brilliant-cut white stones in a class...
Turquoise, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
$445Sale Price / set|50% Off
Luxury Sterling Silver Halo Cufflinks for Men’s in Zircon & Turquoise Stones
Located in New York, NY
These Luxury Sterling Silver Halo Cufflinks for Men’s in Zircon & Turquoise Stones handcrafted cufflinks featuring striking oval turquoise cabochons surrounded by a radiant halo of s...
Turquoise, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage Mikimoto Set of 3 Pearl Cufflinks and Tie Pin in 18 Karat White Gold
By Mikimoto
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your formal wardrobe with this exquisite 3-piece set from Mikimoto, featuring two cufflinks and a coordinating tie pin. Each piece showcases a luminous Akoya cultured pearl i...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel
$360Sale Price|20% Off
"Hayward" 12 Karat 1/20 Yellow Gold Filled "Masonic" Cuff Links with Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
"Hayward" 12 Karat 1/20 Yellow Gold Filled "Masonic" Cuff Links with Enamel Specifications: metal: 12 Karat 1/20 Yellow Gold Filled type: CUFF LINKS weight: 7.77 GR ...
Yellow Gold, Gold-filled, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. 14kt Yellow Gold Cufflinks, Circa 2000, 10.16g, USA
Located in New York, NY
These Tiffany & Co. gold cufflinks are a refined expression of timeless style, crafted in radiant 14kt yellow gold with a total weight of 10.16 grams. Designed with versatility in m...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Skull Cufflinks with Black Hair
Located in Firenze, IT
Be afraid - be very afraid! These Sterling Silver skull cufflinks are sure to get heads turning! With a mass of black hair and a detailed, braided orange headband, these edgy cuff...
Sterling Silver
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Cabochon Sapphire Cufflinks #21242
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Cabochon Sapphire Cufflinks- These stunning cufflinks each feature a deep blue cabochon sapphire set in solid 18K yellow gold, showcasing Cartier's ...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sacchi Lapis Lazuli Gemstone 18 Karat Satin Yellow Gold Oval Cufflinks
Located in Rome, IT
Lapis Lazuli Satin Yellow Gold Oval Cufflinks, from Sacchi’s Roma Collection, hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique. Lost-wax casting, one of the oldest techniques for creati...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$177Sale Price / item|50% Off
Bezel Set Oval Cut Citrine Gemstone Cufflinks in Sterling Silver for Him
Located in New York, NY
Bezel Set Oval Cut Citrine Gemstone Cufflinks in sterling silver are elegant accessories crafted with natural citrine which is associated with positivity, abundance and success. Thes...
Citrine, Silver, Sterling Silver
Victor Mayer Round Cufflinks in 18k White Gold with Diamonds & Grey Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Globetrotter Round Cufflinks in 18k White Gold with Diamonds & Grey Enamel Cufflinks, 18k WG, guilloche, vitreous enamel, 60 brilliant-cut diamonds total 1.20 ct, G VS ...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
E. Wolfe & Co. 18kt White Gold Diamond 2.55ct Eagle Head Cuff Links
Located in New York, NY
E. Wolfe & Co is a family-run fine jewellery manufacturing Workshop, established in 1850 and located in central London. They specialize in creating beautiful bespoke pieces . These magnificent cuff links are designed as eagle heads set...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Corallium Rubrum Gold Gargoyle Cufflinks
Located in Firenze, IT
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). A pair of cufflinks in corallium rubrum depicting two gargoyles...
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold