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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$533Sale Price / item|44% Off
Art Deco Style Amethyst and Colorless Topaz Drop Earrings silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style amethyst earrings silver, gold. Dangle amethyst earrings. Cocktail earrings with amethysts, Silver Gold-Plated Drop Earrings with Amethysts and Topaz A striking pair ...
Amethyst, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
14K Yellow Gold Tiny Marquise Ruby Bezel Set Stud Earrings for 2nd or 3rd Holes
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Delicate yet striking, these 14K Yellow Gold Marquise Ruby Stud Earrings feature a perfectly matched pair of vivid red rubies totaling 0.40 carats, elegantly bezel set to enhance bot...
Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Cilea Paris Avocado Green and Flowers Resin Dangle Pierced Earrings
By Ciléa
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cilea Paris designed these elegant clip-on earrings. These dimensionally dangling artisanal resin earrings feature a textured pattern and a glossy finish. The lovely spring palette f...
$1,080Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Diamond Square Stud Earrings 14K Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Diamond Square Stud Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold These refined stud earrings highlight rare Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise from the now-clos...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
$2,060Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Diamond & Natural Turquoise Door Knocker Earrings 0.58 CTW
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with these bold yet refined door knocker earrings, crafted in luminous 14K yellow gold and accented with 0.58 carats of sparkling diamonds. At the hea...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,904Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Door Knocker Earrings with 0.58ct Diamonds & Onyx
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
A bold statement of modern elegance, these 14K yellow gold earrings feature sleek carved onyx circles accented with sparkling diamonds weighing a total of 0.58 carats. Measuring 1.5"...
Onyx, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Set in 18K Gold, 3.00 carats, natural Tapered Baguette Diamonds Huggie Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, natural Diamonds Huggie Stud Earrings set in 18K White Gold. The weight of the natural Diamonds is 3.00 carats. The Tapered Baguette Diam...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Angela Caputi Washed Blue Dangle Resin Geometric Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These very chic Angela Caputi resin clip-on earrings, made in Italy, feature an extra-long dangling shape with geometric elements, faceted beads, and flat disks in a rare washed navy...
$359Sale 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
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
Angela Caputi Dangle Clip Earrings with Turquoise Resin Buddha
Located in Atlanta, GA
Angela Caputi, Italy, designed those stunning resin clip-on earrings. They feature a dangling Asian motif in turquoise-imitation color, black contrast, and crystal rhinestone spacers...
Angela Caputi Gilded and Red Cinnabar Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Angela Caputi, Italy, designed those stunning resin clip-on earrings. They feature an oversized, dangling, donut-like design in red cinnabar color, gilded metal embellishment, and cr...
Angela Caputi Black and Gray Floral Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Angela Caputi designed these sophisticated made-in-Italy dangle clip-on earrings. The pieces boast a black contrast with a warm gray color. The dimensional, dangling, carved resin bl...
Francoise Montague Pearl, Crystal and Gold Lolita Earrings
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
The iconic earring style from Francoise Montague in gold, pearls, and Swarovski crystals. These clip earrings dance as you move and are universally flattering. A must-have addition t...
Crystal, Pearl, Gold
$431Sale Price / item|55% Off
Amethyst 12 MM Huggie Earrings, Micro Pave Hoop Earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst 12 MM Huggie Earrings, purple gemstones Micro Pave Hoop Earrings, Small huggy earrings. Metal: silver 925 plus 14k gold plating over Earring size: The Inner diameter of Ear...
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Silver
$526Sale Price / item|44% Off
Vintage style opal earrings silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style opal earrings silver, gold. Dangle opal earrings. Cocktail earrings with opals. Weight: 5 gr Metal: silver 925 plus 14k gold plating over Central gemstone: opal, oval ...
Opal, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
$535Sale Price / item|44% Off
Art Deco Style Peridot and Colorless Topaz Drop Earrings silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style peridot earrings silver, gold. Dangle peridot earrings. Cocktail earrings with peridot, Silver Gold-Plated Drop Earrings with Peridot and Topaz A striking pair of peri...
Peridot, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
Set in 18K Gold, 8.54 carat Emeralds & 9.76 carat Tanzanites modern Hoop Earring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald & Tanzanite Hoop Earrings set in 18K Gold & Blue/Green Rhodium. The weight of the Emeralds is 7.54 carats. The Emeralds are compl...
Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
$431Sale Price / item|55% Off
Citrine 12 MM Huggie Earrings, Micro Pave Hoop Earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Citrine 12 MM Huggie Earrings, blue gemstones Micro Pave Hoop Earrings, Small huggy earrings. Metal: silver 925 plus 14k gold plating over Earring size: The Inner diameter of Earrin...
Citrine, Gold Plate, Silver
$242Sale Price|55% Off
Vintage Chanel logo faux pearl clip on earrings, gold tone
By Chanel
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic pair of vintage Chanel clip on earrings. A medium sized and easy to wear pair of earrings in gold tone metal with Chanel Paris written on the gold tone metal in enamel w...
Base Metal
David Spada Rainbow Anodized Aluminum Dangle Clip Earrings
By David Spada
Located in Atlanta, GA
These rare David Spada New York gorgeous clip-on earrings feature a trendy Space Age 1980s design with dangle articulated spirally coiled elements and assorted size rings. They are c...
$431Sale Price / item|55% Off
Freshwater 12 MM Huggie Earrings, Micro Pave Hoop Earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Freshwater pearl 12 MM Huggie Earrings, white Freshwater pearl Micro Pave Hoop Earrings, Small huggy earrings. Metal: silver 925 plus 14k gold plating over Earring size: The Inner d...
Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
925 Sterling Silver Earrings Moissanite Drop Earrings Minimalist Gift For Women.
Located in Chicago, IL
925 Sterling Silver Earrings Moissanite Drop Earrings Minimalist Gift For Women. Base Material: 925 Sterling Silver. Main Stone: Moissanite. Moissanite Color & Clarity: D Color & VV...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Moissanite 2Ct Stud Earrings Unisex 925 Sterling Silver.
Located in Chicago, IL
Moissanite 2Ct Stud Earrings Unisex 925 Sterling Silver. Base Material: 925 Sterling Silver. Main Stone: Moissanite. Moissanite Color & Clarity: D Color & VVS1 Clarity. Hall...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Moissanite Unisex Stud Earrings 925 Sterling Silver Valentines Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
Moissanite Unisex Stud Earrings 925 Sterling Silver Valentines Gift. Base Material: 925 Sterling Silver. Main Stone: Moissanite. Moissanite Color & Clarity: D Color & VVS1 C...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Set in 18K yellow Gold, Pink Sapphires, Tsavorites & Diamonds Dangle Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Pink Sapphires & Tsavories Dangle Earrings set in 18K Yellow Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Pink Sapphires is 8.02 carats. The Pink Sapphir...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$431Sale Price / item|55% Off
Opal cabochon 12 MM Huggie Earrings, Micro Pave Hoop Earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Opal cabochon 12 MM Huggie Earrings, colorless gemstones Micro Pave Hoop Earrings, Small huggy earrings. Metal: silver 925 plus 14k gold plating over Earring size: The Inner diamete...
Opal, Gold Plate, Silver
70s Vintage Diamond Drop Earrings Braided 14k Yellow Gold 1.25" Length Pendant
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish braided diamond drop earrings crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1970s). Diamonds total an estimated 0.30 carats (estimated at I-J color and SI1-I1 clarity). The elegant...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angela Caputi Pink and Gold Resin Dangle Flamenco Floral Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning Angela Caputi, made-in-Italy, resin clip-on earrings feature an important dangling design with wavy-shaped floral elements. The pieces boast antique rose, gold, turquo...
$540Sale Price / item|50% Off
Pear Peridot silver, gold earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Peridot silver, gold earrings. Green gemstone earrings. Casual earrings with natural gemstones. Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating over Weight: 4 gr Gemstones: peridot, green col...
Peridot, Topaz, Gold, Silver
$1,163Sale Price / item|55% Off
Peridot 14k gold earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Peridot 14k gold earrings. Green gemstone earrings. Casual earrings with natural gemstones. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr Gemstones: peridot, green color, pear cut, 8x6mm Side gemst...
Peridot, Topaz, Gold
$1,163Sale Price / item|40% Off
Amethyst 14k gold earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst 14k gold earrings. Purple gemstone earrings. Casual earrings with natural gemstones. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr Gemstones amethyst, purple, pear cut,8x6mm side gemstone...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Aquamarine & Diamond Seven Leaves Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Kuala Lumpur, MY
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Aquamarine & Diamond "Seven Leaves" Clip-on Earrings Signed: Tiffany & Co, Schlumberger Studios Creator/Maker: Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co...
Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Platinum
$534Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silver, gold Lily flower earrings with rose quartz briolettes
Located in Istanbul, TR
Silver, gold Lily flower earrings with pink quartz briolettes. Lily flower earrings. Pink quartz earrings. White flower wedding earrings. Metal: silver 925 + 14k gold plating over...
Quartz, Gold Plate, Silver
$534Sale 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 92...
Citrine, Pearl, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
$1,163Sale Price / item|55% Off
Citrine 14k gold earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Citrine 14k gold earrings. Yellow gemstone earrings. Casual earrings with natural gemstones. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr Gemstones: citrine, yellow color, pear cut, 8x6mm Side gem...
Citrine, Topaz, Gold
Monique Vedie, Line Vautrin Student Resin Clip Earrings Pistachio Flower
Located in Atlanta, GA
These lovely Monique Vedie resin or Talosel clip-on earrings feature a daisy-shaped design with a carved, dimensional design, complemented by a textured pattern in glittering pistach...
$2,145Sale Price|38% Off
14K Yellow Gold Inside-Out Hoop Earrings with Sapphires & Diamonds
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Elevate a classic silhouette with a modern, high-luxury update. These 14K yellow gold inside-out hoop earrings feature a sophisticated twist-lock prong setting, showcasing baguette-c...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Lacroix Amethyst and Yellow Jeweled Heart Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These gorgeous Christian Lacroix Paris clip-on earrings feature an important resin dangling shape with an abstract flower and heart adorned with clear crystal rhinestones. The pieces...
Silver Plate
$502Sale Price / item|50% Off
Citrine and peridot silver, gold earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Citrine and peridot silver, gold earrings. Yellow and green gemstones earrings. Casual earrings with natural gemstones. Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating over Weight: 3 gr Gemst...
Citrine, Peridot, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
$1,120Sale Price / item|35% Off
Citrine and peridot 14k gold earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Citrine and peridot 14k gold earrings. Yellow and green gemstones earrings. Casual earrings with natural gemstones. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr Gemstones peridot, olive green, ova...
Citrine, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold
$478Sale Price / item|60% Off
Garnet and amethyst silver earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Garnet and amethyst 14k gold earrings. Red and purple gemstones earrings. Casual earrings with natural gemstones. Metal: silver + 14k gold plate Weight: 4 gr Gemstones amethyst, pu...
Amethyst, Garnet, Gold Plate, Silver
$2,939Sale Price / set|20% Off
0.94 Ct Natural Diamond Pear & Marquise Bow Stud Earrings 14k White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
Delicate. Luminous. Unmistakably enchanting — these 0.94-carat natural diamond butterfly wing bow stud earrings are the fine jewelry embodiment of feminine grace. Crafted in 2.03 gra...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Mercedes Robirosa Style Gilded Metal Clip Earrings with Glass Cabochons
Located in Atlanta, GA
These Ultra-chic dangling clip-on earrings have a design reminiscent of Mercedes Robirosa's work. The earrings are a stunning example of baroque style, with a massive construction th...
Gilt Metal
Earrings with pearl and single cut diamonds up to 0.32ct 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold earrings set with pearl and single cut diamonds. 0.32ct – F/G – VS/SI Detailed description: the size of the earring is 3.0 cm high by 8.0 mm wide Total weight 4.5 ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,124Sale Price / item|35% Off
Topaz and amethyst 14k gold earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Topaz and amethyst 14k gold earrings. Red and purple gemstones earrings. Casual earrings with natural gemstones. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr Gemstones amethyst, purple, oval cut, ...
Amethyst, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold
Earrings with ruby up to 2.40ct and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.20ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold stud earrings set with ruby 2.40ct and brilliant cut diamond up to 0.20ct - F/G - VS/SI detailed description The stud earrings are 1.0 cm long by 8.3 mm wide wei...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Harriet Bauknight for Kaso Massive Multicolor Acrylic Resin Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Harriet Bauknight created these rare, stunning chandelier Lucite clip-on earrings for Kaso in the 1980s. These extravagant dangling acrylic pieces feature a dimensional shape with ge...
$1,485Sale Price|25% Off
14K White Gold Turquoise Drop Earrings with 6.90 Carats of Diamonds
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Turquoise 6.90 Total Carats Diamonds 0.15 Total Carats 1.20” Length x 0.42” Width Elevate your fine jewelry collection with these refined 14K white gold shepherd hoop earrings, sho...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$747Sale 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
Hand - carved Tourmalines, Emeralds, Blue Sapphires, Rubies & Diamonds Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Rubellite, Blue Sapphires, Emeralds & Rubies Chandelier Earrings set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Tourmalines ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
$747Sale 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
Pomellato Oval Hoop 18 Karat Yellow Gold Modern Drop Earrings
By Pomellato
Located in Boca Raton, FL
These 18 karat yellow gold Pomellato oval hoop earrings blend modern elegance with timeless wearability. Measuring approximately 1.5 inches in length with a 5.3 mm width, the soft ov...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Earrings with amethist and rose cut diamonds up to 0.30ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold clip-on earrings set with amethyst and rose-cut diamonds up to 0.30 ct – G/H – SI Detailed description: The clip-on earrings are 2.5 cm long and 1.9 cm wide. Total...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$581Sale Price / item|40% Off
Vintage inspired Citrine and Colorless Topaz Drop Earrings silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style citrine earrings silver, gold. Dangle citrine earrings. Cocktail earrings with citrine, Silver Gold-Plated Drop Earrings with Citrine and Topaz Elegant vintage-inspir...
Citrine, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
Earrings with sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.24ct 18k gold 2.3 gram
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k rose gold earrings set with sapphires up to 1.26 ct and brilliant-cut diamonds up to 0.24 ct - F/G - VS/SI Detailed description: The earrings measure 1.7 cm long and 4.8 mm wid...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$114Sale Price / set|61% 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
$359Sale Price / item|50% Off
Painted Ocean Sunset Mother of Pearl Drop Earrings with amethyst briolettes
Located in Istanbul, TR
Painted Ocean Sunset Mother of Pearl Drop Earrings with amethyst briolettes 925 Silver Gold Plated with Amethyst Briolettes Miniature Ocean Art Jewelry Gift for Her Capture the b...
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
$4,200Sale Price / set|20% Off
Brilliant Cut 1.69 Ct Diamond Drop Earrings 14k White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, AE
Crafted to celebrate everyday elegance, our jewelry blends timeless design with modern craftsmanship. Each piece is thoughtfully made using high-quality materials, ensuring lasting s...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$360Sale Price / item|50% Off
Ocean-Themed Mother of Pearl Drop Earrings with Topaz Briolette
Located in Istanbul, TR
Ocean-Themed Mother of Pearl Earrings with Topaz Briolette Painted Sea Wave Earrings Mother of Pearl & Topaz Drop Earrings Embrace coastal elegance with these dainty earrings. T...
Pearl, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver