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.
1.60 Carat Natural Loose Teal Color Sapphire Stone Cushion Cut Madagascar's Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.60 carat Dimensions 7x6.5x3.9mm Treatment None Origin Madagascar Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This beautiful 1.60-carat natural Teal Sapphire from Madagascar showc...
Sapphire
7.10 Carat Natural Loose Fire Effect Sphene Cushion Cut Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 7.10 carat Dimensions 13.1x9.6x6.9mm Treatment None Origin Madagascar Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion AG102 Elevate your fine jewelry collection or investment portfolio with this breathtaking 7.10-carat natural loose cushion-cut sphene from Madagascar. Famed for an intense optical display...
Other
Natural Madagascar Sphene (Titanite) 23.45 Carat – Cushion Cut Rainbow Fire
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bring extraordinary brilliance to your gemstone collection with this Natural Madagascar Sphene (Titanite) weighing 23.45 carats. Expertly precision cut into a striking rectangular fa...
Other
Fine Natural Aquamarine Beryl 3.17 Carat – Madagascar – Collector Quality Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Experience the elegance of this natural Aquamarine gemstone, weighing an impressive 3.17 carats and sourced from the renowned gemstone regions of Madagascar. Known for its rich, deep...
Aquamarine
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
61.05 Carat Natural Loose Hot Pink Kunzite Stone Asscher Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 61.05carat Dimensions 22.0x22.0x16.0mm Treatment Heated Origin Afghan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Asscher This 61.05 Carat Natural Loose Hot Pink Kunzite is an extra...
Kunzite
39.85 Carat Natural Loose Swiss Blue Topaz Stone Cushion Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 39.85 carat Dimensions 21.0x15.4x12.7 mm Treatment None Origin African Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Cushion This 39.85 Carat Natural Loose Swiss Blue Topaz is an ex...
Topaz, Blue Topaz
3.80 Carat Natural Loose Very Light Blue Color Aquamarine For Rings And Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 3.80 carat Dimensions 11.3x8.3x6 mm Treatment None Origin Pakistan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This elegant 3.80-carat natural Very Light Blue Aquamarine showcases...
Aquamarine
$424Sale Price|20% Off
4.95 Carat Natural Loose Pinkish Red Garnet Stone Cushion Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.95 carat Dimensions 10.2x8.3x6.5mm Treatment None Origin Tanzanian Clarity SI Shape Cut Cushion This exquisite 4.95-carat natural Pinkish Red Garnet from Tanzania s...
Garnet
4.00 Carat Natural Loose Leaf Green Tsavorite Garnet Oval Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.00 carat Dimensions 11.0x10.2x4.9mm Treatment None Origin Tanzanian Clarity SI Shape Cut Oval AG121 Discover the extraordinary beauty of this 4.00 Carat Natural Loo...
Garnet, Tsavorite
$1,064Sale Price|24% Off
36.15 Carat Natural Loose Baby Pink Kunzite Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 36.15 carat Dimensions 20x16.4x13.4 mm Treatment Heater Origin Afghan Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Cushion This exquisite 36.15 carat natural baby pink kunzite disp...
Kunzite
DIRECT WHOLESALE PRICING, 6.44 Carat Natural Blue Sapphire Oval Shape
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
GIA Certified 6.44-Carat Natural Sapphire – Blue – Oval Shape This stunning 6.44-carat natural sapphire is a true statement piece, perfect for high-end jewelry enthusiasts or collec...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.75 Carat No Oil Emerald Cut Emerald GIA Certified
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA Certified No Oil Emerald weighing 5.75 carats About 1 or 2% of Emeralds in the world are both high quality and untreated making this stone exceptionally rare Zambian origin Emera...
Emerald
$480Sale Price|20% Off
4.40 Carat Natural Loose Bright Red Garnet Stone Oval Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.40 carat Dimensions 10.1x8.6x6.6mm Treatment None Origin Tanzanian Clarity VVS Shape Cut Oval This 4.40-carat sweet red garnet showcases a vivid, naturally rich r...
Garnet
$7,760Sale Price|20% Off
269.35 Carat Natural Loose Top Quality Purple Spodumene Kunzite Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 269.35 carat Dimensions 38.7 x 29.1 x 26.8 mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Cushion This extraordinary 269.35 carat natural Purple Spodumene (Ku...
Kunzite
2.35 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.35 carat Dimensions 7.6x7.0x5.9mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 2.35 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Blue Tourmaline features a beautif...
Tourmaline
11.70 Carat Natural Loose Bicolor Heart Shape Ametrine Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 11.70 carat Dimensions 15.7x16.8x9.4mm Treatment None Origin Brazil Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Heart This exquisite 11.70 carat natural ametrine showcases the encha...
Other
13.10 Carat Natural Loose Golden Citrine Cushion Cut Brazilian Jewelry Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 13.10 carat Dimensions 15.4x13.1x9.7mm Treatment None Origin Brazil Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Cushion AG118 Illuminate your jewelry collection with this 13.10 Car...
Citrine
7.00 Carat Natural Loose London Blue Topaz Stone Emerald Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 7.00 carat Dimensions 12.0x9.0x7.1mm Treatment None Origin African Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Emerald This 7.00 carat Natural London Blue Topaz showcases a rich, deep b...
Topaz, Blue Topaz
3.80 Carat Natural Loose Pink Kunzite Stone Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 3.80 carat Dimensions 8.9x7.2x6.7mm Treatment None for Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Emerald This 3.80 carat Natural Pink Kunzite is a beautifully crafted gemston...
Kunzite
1.30 Carat Natural Loose Baby Pink Color Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.30 carat Dimensions 6.8x5.8x4.7mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity SI Shape Cut Cushion AG103 This exquisite 1.30-carat natural Baby Pink Tourmaline from Afghani...
Tourmaline
5.25 Carat Natural Loose Green Peridot Pear Cut Jewelry Lot Pakistan Gemstones
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.25 carat Dimensions 6.6x4.7x3.1 mm Treatment None Origin Pakistan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Pear Elevate your fine jewelry collection or investment portfolio with this...
Peridot
4.65 Carat Natural Loose Sweet Red Garnet Stone Emerald Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.65 carat Dimensions 9.9x8.5x5.9mm Treatment None Origin Tanzanian Clarity VVS Shape Cut Emerald This exceptional 4.65-carat natural Sweet Red Garnet from Tanzania ...
Garnet
$680Sale Price|20% Off
4.15 Carat Natural Loose Bluish Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.15 carat Dimensions 13.2x6.5x5.4mm Treatment None Origin Afghanistan Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Emerald This 4.15 Carat Natural Loose Bluish Green Tourmaline is a c...
Tourmaline
49.20 Carat Natural Loose Hot Pink Kunzite Stone Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 49.20 carat Dimensions 22.0x18.3x14.5 mm Treatment None Origin Afghanistan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Cushion This 49.20 carat Natural Hot Pink Kunzite is a truly ex...
Kunzite
130.20 Carat Natural Loose Top Quality Pink Spodumene Kunzite Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 130.20 carat Dimensions 30.1x23.4x21.2 mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Emerald This magnificent 130.20 carat Pink Spodumene (Kunzite) is a ...
Kunzite
GIA Certified 6.00 Carats Emerald Cut Diamond O–P Color VVS2 Clarity
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This distinctive GIA Certified 6.00 carat Emerald Cut diamond is graded O–P color and VVS2 clarity, offering a rare combination of substantial size and exceptional clarity. The emera...
Diamond
5.00 Carat Natural Loose Bluish Green Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.00 carat Dimensions 10.7x8.4x6.8mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This exceptional 5.00-carat natural Bluish Green Tourmaline from Afgh...
Tourmaline
1.30 Carat Natural Loose Shimer Gray Spinel Round Cut Burmese Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.30 carat Dimensions 7.2x7.2x4.6mm Treatment None Origin Burmese Clarity VVS Shape Cut Round This elegant 1.30 carat natural spinel features a refined shimmer gray h...
Spinel
$1,520Sale Price|20% Off
5.90 Carat Natural Loose Intense Green Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.90 carat Dimensions 9.4x9.2x8.4mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Cushion This 5.90 Carat Natural Intense Green Tourmaline from Afghanistan...
Tourmaline
1.95 Carat Natural Loose Pink Spinel Stone Cushion Cut From Burma
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.95 carat Dimensions 7.2x5.9x5.2mm Treatment None Origin Burma Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Cushion This 1.95 carat natural pink spinel showcases a refined cushion cut...
Spinel
$576Sale Price|20% Off
10.85 Carat Natural Loose Pink Kunzite Stone Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 10.85 carat Dimensions 12.1x10.7x10.1 mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Cushion Introducing a stunning 10.85 Carat Natural Pink Kunzite, bea...
Kunzite
$280Sale Price|20% Off
1.15 Carat Natural Loose Parti Sapphire Stone Oval Cut Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.15 carat Dimensions 6.1x5.6x3.3mmm Treatment None Origin African Clarity VVS Shape Cut Oval This 1.15 Carat Natural Loose Parti Sapphire features a captivating blen...
Sapphire
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
5 Carat Natural Loose Peachy Pinky Tourmaline Stone Oval Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.00 carat Dimensions 10.5x8.5x7.4mm Treatment None Origin Africa Clarity VVS Shape Cut Oval This beautiful 5.00 carat Peachy Pink Tourmaline showcases a warm, femini...
Tourmaline
$3,040Sale Price|20% Off
4.89 Carat Natural Loose Blue Green Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut From Mozambique
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.89 carat Dimensions 13.22x9.51x5.4mm Treatment None Origin Mozambique Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 4.89 Carat Natural Loose Blue Green Paraiba Tourmaline is a...
Tourmaline, Paraiba
$384Sale Price|20% Off
4.80 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Stones 6 Pieces Gemstones Lot From Madagascar
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.80 carat Piece 6 Treatment None Origin African Clarity VVS Shape Cut Mix This 4.80 Carat Natural Loose Sapphire Lot from Madagascar features a beautiful collection ...
Sapphire
2.70 Carat Natural Loose Bi Color Ametrine Stone Cushion Cut Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.70 carat Dimensions 8.1x7.9x6.2mm Treatment None Origin Brazil Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Cushion This elegant 2.70 carat Natural Bi-Color Ametrine beautifully sh...
Other
Lustrous Sphene Fancy Cushion Gemstone: Yellow-Green Titanite 6.14 CTs
Located in Peshawar, PK
Color : Multi Color Shape : Cushion Clarity : Loupe Clean Treatment : Natural Origin : Africa Hardness : 5-5.5 Family : Titanite This stunning **Sphene gemstone**, also known as **...
Other
Natural Sphene (Titanite) 1.70 Carat – Fancy Cut Rainbow Fire Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bring extraordinary brilliance to your gemstone collection with this Natural Sphene (Titanite) weighing 1.70 carats. Expertly precision cut into a striking rectangular fancy cut, thi...
Other
$744Sale Price|35% Off
1.40 Carat Natural Loose Paraiba Tourmaline Stone Oval Cut From Mozambique
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.40 carat Dimensions 7.6x6x4.3mm Treatment None Origin Mozambique Clarity Included Shape Cut Oval NA This dazzling 1.40 carat Natural Paraiba Tourmaline showcases a vivid...
Tourmaline, Paraiba
$816Sale Price|66% Off
4.75 Carat Loose AAA Quality Rubellite Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.75 carat Dimensions 9.6x8.0x7.8mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 4.75 Carat Loose AAA Quality Rubellite Tourmaline is a truly stri...
Tourmaline
2.37 Carat Natural Unheated Ruby, Round Cut
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
A captivating 2.37 carat natural ruby, presented in a classic round cut that enhances its brilliance and symmetry. This gemstone displays a rich, vivid red hue—highly sought after fo...
Ruby
3.09 Carat Mozambique Ruby - Cushion Cut
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
A 3.09 carat Mozambique ruby — an ideal size for a refined ring or pendant. Rubies are known as the king of gems. This stone comes from the Montepuez mines and was purchased through...
Ruby
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
10.25 Carat Natural Loose Bicolor Blue Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 10.25 carat Dimensions 22.0x8.1x6.3mm Treatment None Origin Afghanistan Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Emerald This 10.25 carat Natural Bicolor Blue Tourmaline is a cap...
Tourmaline
62.93 Carat Brazilian Amethyst Asscher Cut Loose Gemstone Tamir Merkaba Beverly
By Tamir
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Monumental 62.93 Carat Brazilian Amethyst Asscher Cut Gemstone An extraordinary statement stone for the serious collector, this impressive Brazilian amethyst weighs 62.93 carats a...
Amethyst, Quartz, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Natural Madagascar Sphene (Titanite) 53.70 Carat – Precision Cut Rainbow Fire
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bring extraordinary brilliance to your gemstone collection with this Natural Madagascar Sphene (Titanite) weighing 53.70 carats. Expertly precision cut into a striking rectangular fa...
Other
33.10 Carat Natural Loose London Blue Topaz Stone Emerald Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 33.10 carat Dimensions 19.3x15.5x12.1 mm Treatment None Origin Africa Clarity Loup clean Shape Cut Emerald This 33.10 Carat Natural Loose London Blue Topaz exhibits ...
Topaz, Blue Topaz
$584Sale Price|20% Off
1.36 Carat Natural Loose Hot Pink Spinel Stone Oval Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.36 carat Dimensions 7.6x3.82x6.1mm Treatment None Origin Tanzanian Clarity VVS Shape Cut Oval This vibrant 1.36 carat Natural Hot Pink Spinel showcases an intense, ...
Spinel
$6,640Sale Price|20% Off
6.40 Carat Natural Loose Certified Blue Sapphire Oval Cut Sri Lankan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 6.40 carats Dimensions 11.71 x 8.45 x 7.45 mm Treatment None Origin Sri Lanka Clarity VVS Shape Cut Oval This stunning 6.40 carat Natural Blue Sapphire features a rich blu...
Blue Sapphire
2.98 Carat Natural Certified Cornflower Blue Sapphire Cushion Cut Sri Lankan Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.98 carat Dimensions 8.57x7.55x4.61mm Treatment Heated Origin Sri Lankan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This exceptional 2.98-carat natural Cornflower Blue Sapphire f...
Blue Sapphire
$1,000Sale Price|20% Off
15.30 Carat Natural Loose Light Blue Aquamarine Cushion Cut Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 15.30 carat Dimensions 18.0x12.7x9.7mm Treatment None Origin Pakistan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This impressive 15.30 Carat Natural Light Blue Aquamarine showcase...
Aquamarine
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
20.85 Carat Natural Loose Blue Aquamarine Pair Emerald Cut Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 20.85 carat Dimensions 14.2x11.5x9.6mm Treatment None Origin Pakistan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Emerald This exquisite 20.85-carat natural aquamarine pair showcases...
Aquamarine
Natural Cambodia Blue Zircon 18.28 Carat Loose Gemstone – Large Faceted
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Blue Zircon from Cambodia, weighing an impressive 18.28 carats. Renowned for its dazzling brilliance and vivid blue color, this exceptional gemstone is a true collector's pie...
Blue Zircon
$760Sale Price|20% Off
14.30 Carat Natural Loose London Blue Topaz Stone Emerald Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 14.30 carat Dimensions 14.9x11.5x9.6mm Treatment None Origin African Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Emerald This 14.30 Carat Natural Loose London Blue Topaz from Africa...
Topaz, Blue Topaz
$600Sale Price|20% Off
2.10 Carat Natural Loose Purplish Pink Spinel Stone Cushion Cut Burmese Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.10 carat Dimensions 8.2x6.6x4.6mm Treatment None Origin Burmese Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 2.10 carat Natural Purplish Pink Spinel is a captivating gemstone...
Spinel
$25,000
4.01 Carats Mozambique Ruby
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
A 4.01 carat Mozambique ruby — an ideal size for a refined ring or pendant. Rubies are known as the king of gems. This stone comes from the Montepuez mines and was purchased through...
Ruby
$108,000Sale Price|20% Off
23.07 Carat Natural Loose Certified Paraiba Tourmaline Pear Cut Mozambique Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 23.071 carat Dimensions 26.14x17.13x8.34mm Treatment None Origin Mozambique Clarity SI Shape Cut Pear This exceptional 23.07 Carat Natural Paraiba Tourmaline from Moz...
Tourmaline, Paraiba
$124Sale Price|20% Off
1.58 carats Colorless Sapphire Faceted Stones Natural Sri Lankan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.58 carats Treatment none Origin Sri Lanka Clarity VVS No of Pieces 2 This stunning 1.58 carat colorless sapphire is a natural, faceted gemstones sourced from the renow...
Sapphire
Natural Cambodia Blue Zircon 18.54 Carat Loose Gemstone – Large Faceted
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Blue Zircon from Cambodia, weighing an impressive 18.54 carats. Renowned for its dazzling brilliance and vivid blue color, this exceptional gemstone is a true collector's pie...
Blue Zircon
$520Sale Price|43% Off
3.03 carats GGI Certified Loose Greenish Blue Sapphire Oval Cut Madagascar's Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 3.03 carat Dimensions 9.04x6.76x5.47mm Treatment None Origin Madagascar Clarity VVS Shape Oval Cut Faceted NA This exquisite 3.03-carat Greenish Blue Sapphire hails from th...
Blue Sapphire
$395Sale Price|24% Off
4.15 Carat Natural Loose Red Color Garnet Stone Cushion Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.15 carat Dimensions 9.0x8.1x6.0mm Treatment None Origin Tanzanian Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 4.15-carat natural red garnet displays a rich, velvety hue tha...
Garnet