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
Hand-Carved Horse-Shoe Agate Cameo Sterling Silver Contemporary Cufflinks
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
These exquisite pair of contemporary horse shoe agate cameo carving cufflinks made in sterling silver is delight for the wearer! Hand-carved in the relief of a natural agate these un...
Agate, 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
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
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
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 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
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
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
A Pair of Square Cufflinks with Grey Speckled Enamel and "T" Backs
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of square shaped cufflinks with grey enamel speckled with black and white. The frames are gold filled and have "T" backs that fold flat in order to move with your wrist. Diam...
Gold-filled, Enamel
$18,652Sale 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
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
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
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
Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Oval Cufflinks #24739
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Oval Cufflinks- Timeless and understated, these Tiffany & Co. cufflinks are crafted in 14K yellow gold with a sleek oval silhouette and high-po...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Paper Clip #24735
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Paper Clip Money Clip- Sleek and modern, this Tiffany & Co. sterling silver money clip features a distinctive paper clip design; simple, sculpt...
Sterling Silver
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Cufflinks #24723
By Bulgari
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Cufflinks- These elegant cufflinks by Bvlgari are crafted in beautifully detailed 18K yellow gold. Each are accented with 10 round brill...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Cufflinks #24723
By Bulgari
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Cufflinks- These elegant cufflinks by Bvlgari are crafted in beautifully detailed 18K yellow gold. Each are accented with 10 round brill...
Diamond, Sapphire, 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, Gold
Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Octagon Cufflinks #24634
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Octagon Cufflinks- A refined expression of Cartier's timeless design, these elegant cufflinks are crafted in 14K yellow gold in a distinctive octagonal form....
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Jade Leaf Ladybug Coral Cufflinks
By AVGVSTA
Located in Milano, IT
These cufflinks depict a lovely scene with a ladybug in coral resting on a leaf made of jade. Jade is also used for the cylindrical toggle, while the post is in 18 karat yellow gold...
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Enamel Jade Gold Snail Motif Cufflinks
Located in Firenze, IT
Cufflinks in gold, jade and bicolored enamel depicting the snail on the leaf Mounted in 18Kt gold Weight: 29.6 gr
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
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
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
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
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
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
Michael Kanners Scorpio Zodiac Cufflinks
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
For all of the Scorpios (October 23-November 22) who deserve a great pair of cufflinks, these are absolutely unique. One cufflink is a reverse carved crystal scorpion and the other ...
Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Tiffany Schlumberger 18K Yellow Gold Double Woven Knot Cufflinks
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This authentic Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger cufflink set is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features the designer’s signature double woven knot motif. Bold yet refined, the sculpt...
Yellow Gold, 18k 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
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
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
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
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...
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
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
Sterling Silver Hand Carved Medusa Agate Cameo Cufflinks by Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Make a bold and timeless statement with these exceptional Medusa Cameo Cufflinks, meticulously crafted in sterling silver and set with captivating blue agate gemstones. At the centre...
Agate, Sterling Silver
$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
$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
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
$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
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
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
George Gero 18KT Yellow Gold Black Onyx Geometric Cuff Links
By George Gero
Located in New York, NY
Created by George Gero, renowned worldwide for luxurious men's cuff-links, comes this classic pair in 18 karat yellow gold . The square geometric cuff links are set with black onyx a...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$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
14 Karat Gold Multicolor Rainbow Sapphires Agate Tiger Cameo Cufflinks
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
These striking 14 Karat Gold Multicolor Rainbow Sapphire Agate Tiger Cameo Cufflinks showcase exceptional craftsmanship and artistic gemstone work. At the center of each cufflink is ...
Agate, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
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
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
Rosior "Lion" Cufflinks Hand Chiseled in Yellow Gold
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Cufflinks by Rosior Hand Chiseled in Yellow Gold featuring a Lion's head. Weight in 19.2K Gold: 19.4 g. Unique piece. Stamped by the portuguese assay office as 19.2K gold. Stamped wi...
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
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
Gold Hand-Painted Dollar Bill Cufflinks by DEAKIN & FRANCIS
Located in Firenze, IT
The 18ct yellow gold dollar bill cufflinks are delicately hand-painted in enamel, and come with spring sugarloaf fittings. Worth every cent, these valuable cufflinks come complete ...
18k Gold, Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold Pig Head Cufflinks with Ruby Eyes
Located in New York, NY
Pig head cufflinks designed in an 18 karat brushed rose gold. The pigs eyes are set with cabochon rubies. They pigs are approximately 3/4" and have a bar/hin...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose 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
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
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 14K & Hematite Acorn Cufflink & Shirt Stud Set #20514
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Jean Schlumberger 14K Yellow Gold and Hematite Acorn Cufflink and Shirt Stud Set- This luxurious set is designed by the renowned Jean Schlumberger who is known for hi...
Hematite, 14k 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
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