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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Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Multi Sapphire Briolette & Diamond Stud Earring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Opal & Multi Sapphires stud Earrings set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 7.16 carats. The weigh...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$518Sale Price / item|44% Off
Flower design Amethyst Earrings Studs with Colorless Topaz, silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Floral Amethyst Earrings in Gold with Enamel Flowers and Sparkling Stones. Floral Amethyst Cocktail Earrings Silver, gold. Elegant Floral Amethyst Earrings. These earrings feature a...
Amethyst, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
Van Cleef & Arples Vintage Alhambra Mother-Of-Pearl 18K Yellow GoldStud Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K Yellow Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Mother-of-Pearl Earrings. These iconic earrings feature the maison’s signature Alhambra clover motif, beautifully crafted in r...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K white Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Multi Sapphires & Diamonds Stud Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Opal & Multi Sapphires Stud Earrings set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Ethiopian Opals is 19.88 carats. The wei...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arples Vintage Alhambra Mother-Of-Pearl 18K White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K White Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Mother-of-Pearl Earrings. These iconic earrings feature the maison’s signature Alhambra clover motif, beautifully crafted in 18...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,815Sale Price|20% Off
14KT White Gold Round Brilliant Diamond Six-Prong Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in Antwerp, BE
A timeless solitaire look that provides maximum brilliance and a clean, refined aesthetic. The six-prong architecture offers enhanced protection for the diamonds while creating a cla...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
$185Sale Price|20% Off
18KT Yellow Gold Modern Bezel-Set 0.5ct Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Antwerp, BE
Designed for both style and functionality, the low-profile bezel setting offers a snag-free finish that is ideal for an active lifestyle. To ensure maximum comfort and security, thes...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$200Sale Price / set|50% Off
Statement Citrine and Blue Topaz Stud Earrings Set in Sterling Silver Settings
Located in New York, NY
These elegant 13.06 carat pear shaped citrine and blue topaz stud earrings are crafted in 925 solid silver. The oval cut citrine gemstones at center measures approximately 9 × 11 mm ...
Citrine, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver
Emerald Snake Earrings Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Small Studs Serpent Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed pair of vintage emerald snake earrings crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1990s). Pear cut emeralds measure approx. 4mm x 3.5mm. With a textured gold design the snak...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Stud Earrings, Modern Design, 2.16ct
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold entourage stud earrings set with a central ruby up to 2.16 ct and an entourage of brilliant-cut diamonds up to 0.46 ct - F/G - VS/SI Detailed description The front...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$726Sale Price / item|40% Off
Starburst Stud Earrings in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Starburst Stud Earrings. Rainbow opal earirngs. 14k gold earrings. Vintage/Old Style opal earrings. Ethiopian opal earrings. October Birthstone jewelry. 14k solid gold Size: 12 x 8 ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
$726Sale Price / item|40% Off
Tulip Ruby Stud Earrings in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Tulip Ruby Stud Earrings in 14k gold. Flower gold earrings. Pear ruby earrings. Red flower earrings. 14k solid gold Size: 10 x 7 mm. Total weight:...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
$518Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silver, gold carved flower earrings studs with citrines and topazs
Located in Istanbul, TR
Silver, gold carved flower earrings studs with citrines and topazs. 3 petal flower earrings. Blue topazs earrings. Flower earrings. White flower wedding earrings. Metal: silver 925 ...
Citrine, Pearl, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
$349Sale Price / item|50% Off
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings, Fields with flowers painting.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with topazs, fields of flowers drawing. Blue and yellow flowers. Handmade flower themed Shell Earrings with opal. Beach Wedding bridal stud earrin...
Pearl, Blue Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
Emerald Turquoise Pink Opal Diamond Halo Stud Earrings Handmade 18K Rose Gold
Located in Deira, AE
Bold, artistic, and exceptionally handcrafted, these statement stud earrings showcase a striking composition of vibrant gemstones arranged in a geometric mosaic design. Rich Zambian ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Set in 18K Gold & Pink Rhodium, Pink Sapphires & Rose Cut Diamonds Stud Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Pink Sapphires Stud Earrings set in 18K White Gold, Pink Rhodium & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Pink Sapphires is 4.68 carats....
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rhodium
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Twist Knot Stud Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of signed silver earrings. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. Each in the form of a twist knot or love knot. Each secured with a pushback closure. Marked to t...
Sterling Silver
$640Sale Price / item|44% Off
Hummingbird earrings studs with blue topazs in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold Hummingbird earrings studs with blue topazs. Gold bird earrings. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.2 g. Size: 11.73 x 15.85 mm. Central stones: Genuine topazs Cut: pear Weight:...
Diamond, Topaz, Tsavorite, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold
$349Sale Price / item|50% Off
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings, opal and sun and moon with star painting.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with opal cab, sun and moon with star drawing. Day and night earrings. Custom order a unique art nature inspired earrings with sun and moon wit...
Opal, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
Forget-Me-Not Lab Sapphire Flower Stud Earrings in Black Rhodium Silver
Located in Istanbul, TR
Blue Lab Sapphire Yellow Lab Sapphire Flower Stud Earrings in Black Rhodium Sterling Silver. Forget-Me-Not Flower Stud Earrings with Blue ans Yellow lab Sapphires. These unique flo...
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Rhodium, Silver
$349Sale Price / item|50% Off
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with topaz and forget-me-nots painting.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with topaz and forget-me-not flowers drawing. Handmade Paint Blue flower Shell Earrings with moissanite. Beach Wedding bridal stud earrings. Mothe...
Pearl, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
$349Sale Price / item|50% Off
Hummingbird earrings studs with peridots
Located in Istanbul, TR
925 silver Hummingbird earrings studs with peridots. Metal: 925 silver Weight: 2 g. Size: 11.73 x 15.85 mm. Central stones: Genuine peridots Cut: pear Weight: approx 1 ct. Color: a...
Diamond, Peridot, Tsavorite, Silver
$127Sale Price / set|50% Off
Silvorra 925 Silver 1.38 Ct Natural Emerald Floral Stud Earrings Holiday Gift
Located in New York, NY
These 925 sterling silver natural emerald stud earrings feature eight round gemstones, each measuring 2.7 mm, with a total weight of 1.38 carats. Designed in a graceful floral motif...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$432Sale Price / set|50% Off
Silvorra 925 Silver Natural Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These elegant stud earrings in 925 sterling silver, featuring the natural allure of blue sapphires and the sparkle of fine diamonds. Each earring is set with four round blue sapphire...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
$760Sale Price / set|50% Off
Silvorra 6 CT Canary Kunzite Gemstone & Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
These dazzling 6 carat Kunzite and diamond stud earrings are crafted in 925 sterling silver and feature a pair of emerald cut kunzites measuring approximately 10 x 8 mm. The soft yel...
Diamond, Kunzite, Silver, Sterling Silver
GIA Certified 2.22 Carat Natural Diamond White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
GIA Certified 2.22 Carat Natural Diamond White Gold Stud Earrings GIA report numbers: 5231334520, 2231897767 Diamonds: 1.12 H SI2 round brilliant natural diamond, 1.10 H I1 natural ...
Diamond, White Gold
$349Sale Price / item|50% Off
Hummingbird Earings Studs with Sapphires
Located in Istanbul, TR
925 silver Hummingbird Earings Studs with Sapphires. Metal: 925 silver plus gold plating Weight: 2.2 g. Size: 11.73 x 15.85 mm. Central stones: Genuine sapphires Cut: pear Weight: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Silver
Tiffany & Co Victoria Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Four marquise diamonds per ear, arranged point-to-point into the Victoria flower, one of Tiffany & Company's most recognizable contemporary motifs. The small size is the everyday-wea...
Diamond, Platinum
$349Sale Price / item|44% Off
Baguette emerald earrings studs
Located in Istanbul, TR
Baguette emerald earrings studs in 925 silver. Metal type: 925 silver Size: 12 x 12.20 mm. Weight: 2.20 g. Central stones: 2 emeralds: green color, baguette cut, clarity with inclu...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver
$349Sale Price / item|53% Off
Topaz Briolette, tanzanite earrings studs
Located in Istanbul, TR
Sky blue topazes and tanzanitein 925 silver earrings studs. Metal type: 925 silver Size: 22 x 5 mm. Central stones: Natural topazes Cut: Briolette - 2 pieces Total weight: 2.20 ct ...
Tanzanite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver
Set in 18K white Gold, Paraiba Tourmalines & Diamonds "Butterfly" Stud Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Paraiba Tourmaline "Butterfly" Stud Earrings set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Paraiba Tourmaline is 1.35 carat...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
Earrings with coral and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.03ct 18k gold 3.3 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold stud earrings set with coral and brilliant-cut diamonds up to 0.03ct – F/G – VS/SI Detailed description: The dimensions of the stud/pendant are 8.6 mm long by 7.7 m...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
$959Sale Price / item|44% Off
Baguette emerald earrings studs in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Baguette emerald earrings studs in 14k gold. Emerald gold studs. Baguette emerald earrings. Green Stone Stud Earring. May birthstone jewelry. Solitaire emerald studs. By Daizy Jewell...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
$3,335Sale Price / set|20% Off
Natural 1.65 Carat Pear Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
Natural 1.65 Carat Pear Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings 14 Karat White Gold features pear cut diamonds set in clustered flower. Diamonds are a universal symbol of eternity and strengt...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
90s Vintage Cartier Trinity Earrings 18k Gold 3/4" Fine Signed Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish Cartier Trinity earrings crafted in 18k yellow, rose & white gold (circa 1990s). The classic Trinity earrings are great for everyday wear, crafted in 18k yellow, rose ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$100Sale Price / set|50% Off
Three Stone Red Garnet Trio Stud Earrings Made in 925 Silver for Birthday Gift
Located in New York, NY
Three Stone Red Garnet Trio Stud Earrings in sterling silver to make a statement with your look. You shall need stud earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings creat...
Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
$960Sale Price / item|44% Off
Ruby, sapphire 14k Gold Earrings Studs
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ruby 14k gold earrings studs.Sapphire earrings studs in 14k gold. Ruby and sapphire in 14k gold earrings studs. Blue, red gemstone earrings. Ma...
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
$349Sale Price / item|50% Off
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings, sapphire and lily of the valley painting.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with sapphire cab and lily of the valley drawing. Handmade Paint Flower Shell Earrings with blue sapphire. Beach Wedding bridal stud earrings. Mo...
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver
18K Yellow Gold & Brown Diamond Stud Earrings by Audrius Krulis
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
The 18K Yellow Gold and Brown Diamond Stud Earrings from Audrius Krulis’ Venice Collection are a refined expression of modern elegance. Each 1/2-inch square stud is meticulously set ...
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$349Sale Price / item|50% Off
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings, sapphire and iris flower painting.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with sapphire cab and iris drawing. Handmade Paint blue flower Shell Earrings with blue sapphire. Custom order a unique art earrings with iris...
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver
$100Sale Price / set|50% Off
Modern Cubic Zirconia Flower Large Studs Earring in 925 Silver Gift for Wife
Located in New York, NY
Modern Cubic Zirconia Flower Large Studs Earring in sterling silver. You shall need these statement studs earrings to make a statement with your look. Each piece features dazzling cu...
Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
$349Sale Price / item|48% Off
Genuine 1.5 ct rubies and diamonds earrings studs
Located in Istanbul, TR
Genuine 1.5 ct rubies and diamonds earrings studs in 925 silver. Metal: 925 silver Size: 15.5 x 10 mm Weight: 2.4 gr. Central stones: Natural rubies - 2 pieces Cut: Pear Weight: ap...
Diamond, Ruby, Silver
$349Sale Price / item|50% Off
Peridot, tropical beach with palms painting, Mother of pearl earrings studs.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with peridot, tropical beach with palms and sea drawing. Handmade Paint tropical theme Shell Earrings with peridot. Beach Wedding bridal stud earr...
Pearl, Peridot, Gold Plate, Silver
Floral Cluster Marquise & Pear Diamond Stud Earrings 4.60ct in 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
Crafted to capture the beauty of a blooming flower, these elegant diamond stud earrings showcase a graceful floral silhouette created with brilliant marquise and round natural diamon...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$11,440Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, natural Zambian Emerald Beads & Diamonds Stud Hoop Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald Stud Hoop oversized Earrings set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald beads is 36.23 carats. The Emera...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$100Sale Price / set|50% Off
Coral Inspired Zircon Floral Stud Earrings in 925 Silver for Birthday Gift
Located in New York, NY
Coral Inspired Zircon Floral Stud Earrings in sterling silver. You shall need these stud earrings to make a statement with your look. Each piece features dazzling cubic zirconia ston...
Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
$7,119Sale Price / set|20% Off
Natural Blue Sapphire Gemstone Stud Earrings Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 4.66 carats blue sapphire gemstone and 0.90 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to vie...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,575Sale Price / set|30% Off
14K Yellow Gold 1.34ct Bold Turquoise Cabochon Diamond Double Halo Stud Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These stud earrings feature 1.34 carats of turquoise set in 14k yellow gold. Each turquoise measuring 6.1 x 4.1 mm, secured in classic prong settings. The center stones are surrounde...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$349Sale Price / item|44% Off
Lotus flower earrings studs
Located in Istanbul, TR
Lotus flower earrings studs with amethyst and sapphires in 925 silver. Metal type: 925 silver Size: 12 x 12 mm. Weight: 2.3 g. Central stones: Genuine amethysts Cut: Maruises Weigh...
Amethyst, Yellow Sapphire, Silver
Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Halo Stud Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Viena, Viena
Most beautiful opal earrings of all time what a firework in opal white, lively, fine translucent full opal cabochon from Ethiopia totaling approx. 2.44 ct, AAA+ set in 750 white gold...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
$349Sale Price / item|50% Off
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with topaz and blue bird painting.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with topaz and blue bird drawing. Handmade Paint Blue Bird Shell Earrings with moissanite. Beach Wedding bridal stud earrings. Mother of pearl bea...
Pearl, Blue Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
$349Sale Price / item|50% Off
Hummingbird earrings studs with blue topazs
Located in Istanbul, TR
Silver Hummingbird earrings studs with blue topazs Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating Weight: 2.2 g. Size: 11.73 x 15.85 mm. Central stones: Genuine topazs Cut: pear Weight: a...
Diamond, Tsavorite, Topaz, Silver
14K Yellow Gold Vintage Stud Earrings with Mother-of-Pearl and Onyx
Located in New York, NY
An Elegant Symphony of Color and Textural Contrast Add a dash of timeless charm to your collection with these 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Stud Earrings, featuring a harmonious blend of ...
Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$959Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k Gold Hummingbird Earings Studs with Rubies, Bird Stud Earrings with Gems
Located in Istanbul, TR
Hummingbird Stud Earrings with colored gemstone. Bird earrings. Pear ruby earrings. Hummingbird earrings. Red bird earrings. Tropic bird earrings. We also have matching design penda...
Ruby, 14k Gold
$640Sale Price / item|44% Off
Hummingbird earrings studs with amethysts in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold Hummingbird earrings studs with amethysts. Gold bird earrings. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.2 g. Size: 11.73 x 15.85 mm. Central stones: Genuine amethysts Cut: pear Weight: ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Tsavorite, 14k Gold
$250Sale Price / item|50% Off
925 Silver Dainty Blue Sapphire and Diamond Stud Earrings for Her
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Blue Sapphire and Diamond Stud Earrings for Her in sterling silver to make a statement with your look. You shall need stud earrings to make a statement with your look. These e...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. Circlet Diamond Stud Earrings in Platinum PT950 — 26 Diamond Pavé
Located in Plantation, FL
A classic and elegant pair of Tiffany & Co. Circlet stud earrings crafted in platinum (PT950), one of the most iconic designs from America’s foremost luxury jeweler. Each earring fea...
Diamond, Platinum
Fire of Agni Blue Sapphire Earrings, 18K Gold, Austy Lee
By Austy Lee
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The Fire of Agni Earrings are part of the FŪRINKAZAN Collection, which is an artistic jewelry line designed by Austy Lee. Austy Lee is a renowned jewelry designer known for creating ...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium
Cartier C de Cartier 18K WG GIA Certified 1.35ct & 1.36ct Diamond Stud Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional Cartier C de Cartier collection diamond stud earrings, exquisitely crafted in 18K white gold, featuring 2 GIA certified high quality shimmering round brilliant-cut di...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$349Sale Price / item|50% Off
Amethyst earrindgs studs
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst silver earrindgs studs. Material: 925 silver Weight: 2.80 g. Earrings size: 25 x 14 mm. Amethyst: 2 pieces, lavender - violet - color, briolette cut, transparent, (7.5 x ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver