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.
7.50 Carat Natural Loose Sky Blue Color Topaz Fancy Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 7.50 carat Dimensions 12.9x8.9x6.7 mm Treatment None Origin African Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Fancy This magnificent 7.50-carat natural sky blue topaz enchants wi...
Topaz
37.60 Carat Natural Loose Fine Lemon Citrine Pair Cushion Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 37.60 carat Dimensions 16.7x14x12.3 mm Treatment None Origin African Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Cushion This magnificent 37.60-carat natural fine lemon citrine pai...
Citrine
0.85 Carat Natural Loose Blue Color Sapphire For Jewelry Sri Lankan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 0.85 carat Dimensions 6.7x5.1x3.1mm Treatment None Origin Sri Lankan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Oval AG280 This exquisite 0.85-carat natural blue sapphire captivates with a...
Sapphire
$910Sale Price|30% Off
3.24 Carat Certified Natural Loose Deep Green Emerald Stone Asscher Cut Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 3.24 carats Dimensions 9.89x9.34x4.63 mm Treatment Minor Oil Origin Swat, Pakistan Clarity SI Shape Cut Asscher AG262 This exquisite 1.35-carat natural blue sapphire capt...
Emerald
Natural Sphene (Titanite) 2.05 Carat – Cushion Cut Rainbow Fire Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bring extraordinary brilliance to your gemstone collection with this Natural Sphene (Titanite) weighing 2.05 carats. Cushion cut into a striking fancy cut, this exceptional gemstone ...
Other
Natural Cambodia Blue Zircon 13.02 Carat Loose Gemstone – Large Faceted Blue
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Blue Zircon from Cambodia, weighing an impressive 13.02 carats. Renowned for its dazzling brilliance and vivid blue color, this exceptional gemstone is a true collector's pie...
Zircon
$675Sale Price|25% Off
58.80 Carat Natural Loose Deep Purple Amethyst For Pendant Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 58.80 carat Dimensions 29.2x21.3x15.0mm Treatment None Origin Brazilian Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Fancy AG235 This monumental 58.80-carat natural deep purple ameth...
Amethyst
Fine Natural Aquamarine Beryl 2.69 Carat – Madagascar – Collector Quality Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Experience the elegance of this natural Aquamarine gemstone, weighing an impressive 2.69 carats and sourced from the renowned gemstone regions of Madagascar. Known for its rich, deep...
Aquamarine
5.95 Carat Natural Loose Green Peridot Cushion Cut from Pakistan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.95 carat Dimensions 11.2x9.9x7.7mm Treatment None Origin Pakistan Clarity SI Shape Cut Cushion AG153 Elevate your fine jewelry collection or investment portfolio wi...
Peridot
$496Sale Price|20% Off
1.65 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Stone Oval Cut Sri Lankan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.65 carat Dimensions 6.9x5.9x4.4mm Treatment None Origin Sri Lankan Clarity SI Shape Cut Oval AG112 Discover the elegance of this 1.65 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphi...
Blue Sapphire
Natural Cambodia Blue Zircon 44.20 Carat Loose Gemstone – Large Faceted
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Blue Zircon from Cambodia, weighing an impressive 44.20 carats. Renowned for its dazzling brilliance and vivid blue color, this exceptional gemstone is a true collector's pie...
Blue Zircon
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
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
5.40 Carat Natural Loose Bicolor Tourmaline Pair Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.40 carat Dimensions 8.6x7.0x4.9 mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity SI Shape Cut Emerald Discover the beauty of this 5.40 Carat Natural Loose Bicolor Tourmaline...
Tourmaline
0.70 Carat Natural Loose 5 Piece Paraiba Tourmaline Jewelry Lot From Mozambique
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 0.70 carat Pieces 5 Treatment None Origin Mozambique Clarity VVS Shape Cut Mix This exquisite 0.70-carat total weight natural Paraiba tourmaline lot enchants with the u...
Paraiba
28.30 Carat Natural Loose Lemon Color Citrine For Pendant African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 28.30 carat Dimensions 19.3x16.1x14.0mm Treatment None Origin African Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Cushion This remarkable 28.30-carat natural Lemon Citrine from Af...
Citrine
Natural Sparkling Sphene (Titanite) 3.24 Carat – Fancy Cut Rainbow Fire
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bring extraordinary brilliance to your gemstone collection with this Natural Sphene (Titanite) weighing 3.24 carats. Cushion cut into a striking fancy cut, this exceptional gemstone ...
Other
Natural Sphene (Titanite) 3.10 Carat – Oval Cut Rainbow Fire Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bring extraordinary brilliance to your gemstone collection with this Natural Sphene (Titanite) weighing 3.10 carats. Cushion cut into a striking fancy cut, this exceptional gemstone ...
Other
$675Sale Price|25% Off
2.85 Carat Natural Loose Cornflower Blue Sapphire Oval Cut Sri Lankan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.85 carat Dimensions 9.4x7.2x4.8mm Treatment Heated Origin Sri Lankan Clarity SI Shape Cut Oval AG253 This magnificent 2.85-carat natural cornflower blue sapphire ca...
Blue Sapphire
6.00 Carat Natural Loose Sky Blue Topaz Asscher Cut African Jewelry Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 6.00 carat Dimensions 9.7x9.6x7.8 mm Treatment None Origin African Clarity Loupe Clean Shape Cut Fancy Asscher Elevate your jewelry collection with this 6.00 Carat N...
Blue Topaz
$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
$937Sale Price|25% Off
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
$424Sale Price|20% Off
1.60 Carat Natural Loose Blue Sapphire Stone Oval Cut Sri Lankan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.60 carat Dimensions 7.7x5.4x4.3mm Treatment None Origin Sri Lankan Clarity SI Shape Cut Oval This 1.60 carat Blue Sapphire presents a beautifully saturated blue hue...
Blue Sapphire
Natural Cambodia Blue Zircon 13.30 Carat Loose Gemstone – Large Faceted
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Blue Zircon from Cambodia, weighing an impressive 13.30 carats. Renowned for its dazzling brilliance and vivid blue color, this exceptional gemstone is a true collector's pie...
Blue Zircon
Natural Sphene (Titanite) 4.21 Carat – Round Cut Rainbow Fire Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bring extraordinary brilliance to your gemstone collection with this Natural Sphene (Titanite) weighing 4.21 carats. Round cut into a striking fancy cut, this exceptional gemstone di...
Other
$7,760Sale Price|20% Off
268.63 Carat Natural Certified Quality Purple Spodumene Kunzite Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 268.63 carat Dimensions 38.87 x 29.13 x 26.78 mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Cushion This extraordinary 268.63 carat natural Certified Purple ...
Kunzite
Natural Cambodia Blue Zircon 10.65 Carat Loose Gemstone – Large Faceted Blue
Located in Peshawar, PK
Natural Blue Zircon from Cambodia, weighing an impressive 10.65 carats. Renowned for its dazzling brilliance and vivid blue color, this exceptional gemstone is a true collector's pie...
Zircon
Natural Madagascar Sphene (Titanite) 9.38 Carat – Precision Cut Rainbow Fire
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bring extraordinary brilliance to your gemstone collection with this Natural Madagascar Sphene (Titanite) weighing 9.38 carats. Expertly precision cut into a striking rectangular fan...
Other
$560Sale Price|20% Off
12.40 Carat Natural Loose Madeira Citrine Stone Cushion Cut Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 12.40 carat Dimensions 13.3x12.9x10.8mm Treatment None Origin Brazil Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Cushion This beautiful 12.40 carat natural Madeira citrine showcases...
Citrine
$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
Natural Sphene (Titanite) 4.15 Carat – Cushion Cut Rainbow Fire Loose Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bring extraordinary brilliance to your gemstone collection with this Natural Sphene (Titanite) weighing 4.15 carats. Cushion cut into a striking fancy cut, this exceptional gemstone ...
Other
$1,960Sale Price|30% Off
68.50 Carat Natural Loose Purple Color Kunzite Stone Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 68.50 carat Dimensions 23.0x19.1x8.5mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Cushion This exceptional 68.50 carat natural purple kunzite showcases...
Kunzite
$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
4.10 Carat Natural Loose Bluish Green Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.10 carat Dimensions 11.0x8.0x5.8mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion AG309 This exquisite 4.10-carat natural bluish-green tourmaline captiva...
Tourmaline
12.15 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Stone Heart Shape Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 12.15 carat Dimensions 16.8x15x10.1mm Treatment None Origin Brazil Clarity VVS Shape Cut Trilliant AG129 Celebrate timeless elegance with this 12.15 Carat Natural Lo...
Amethyst
$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
$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
$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
$320Sale Price|20% Off
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
$368Sale Price|20% Off
1.65 Carat Natural Loose Perfect Bi Color Sapphire Cushion Cut Sri Lankan Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.65 carat Dimensions 6.9x6.4x3.8mm Treatment None Origin Sri Lanka Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion NA This exceptional 1.65 carat natural Bi-Color Sapphire showcases a rare ...
Sapphire
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
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
$476Sale Price / set|20% Off
Natural Emerald Parcel – 5 Loose Gemstones (Total 2.78 Carats)
Located in New York, NY
A refined collection of five natural emeralds, offered as loose gemstones in a variety of elegant shapes and sizes. This versatile parcel totals 2.78 carats, making it ideal for besp...
Emerald
1.90 Carat Natural Loose Blue Color Sapphire Oval Cut Sri Lankan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.90 carat Dimensions 8.0x5.8x4.3mm Treatment None Origin Sri Lankan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Oval AG179 Elevate your fine jewelry collection or investment portfolio with...
Sapphire
$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
2.93Cts + 2.94Cts + 3.86Cts Fine Columbian Emerald Set for Custom Order SSEF GRS
Located in Hong Kong, HK
I. The No‑Oil Emerald — 2.93 cts Gübelin Certified • Emerald Cut • Fine Colombian A 2.93‑carat Fine Colombian Emerald, entirely No Oil, is a rarity of the highest order — a gem pres...
Emerald
$224Sale Price|20% Off
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
$480Sale Price|20% Off
6.02 carats Tiffany Blue Zircon Stone Oval Cut Cambodian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 6.02 carats Dimensions 9.9x8.5x6.9 mm Treatment heated Origin Cambodia Clarity VVS Shape oval Cut faceted This exquisite 6.02 carat Tiffany Blue Zircon gemstone is a ...
Zircon, Blue Zircon
$256Sale Price|20% Off
4.50 Carat Natural Loose Orange Madeira Citrine Cushion Cut Portuguese Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.50 carat Dimensions 10.2x9.4x7.4mm Treatment None Origin Portugal Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Cushion This 4.50 Carat Natural Loose Orange Madeira Citrine is a radi...
Citrine
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
$768Sale Price|20% Off
5.05 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.05 carat Dimensions 12.9x7.9x6.3mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Emerald Introducing a stunning 5.05 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Green Tour...
Tourmaline
$280Sale Price|20% Off
1.25 Carat Natural Loose Purplish Pink Burmese Spinel Fancy Cushion Cut Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.25 carat Dimensions 6.6x5.6x4.4 mm Treatment None Origin Burma Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion NA This charming 1.25 carat Natural Spinel features a captivating purplish p...
Spinel
20.50 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Stone For Jewelry Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 20.50 carat Dimensions 17.8x15x12.3mm Treatment None Origin Brazilian Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Cushion AG164 Elevate your fine jewelry collection or investment p...
Amethyst
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
$752Sale Price|20% Off
81.85 Carat Natural Loose Yellow Golden Citrine Emerald Cut Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 81.85 carat Dimensions 28.7x21.5x18.7mm Treatment None Origin Brazil Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Emerald This remarkable 81.85 carat Natural Yellow Golden Citrine is...
Citrine
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
$296Sale Price|20% Off
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
$36,400Sale Price|20% Off
47.15 Carat Natural Loose Blue Tourmaline Stone Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 47.15 carat Dimensions 36.1x13.9x10.7mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Emerald Presenting a breathtaking 47.15 Carat Natural Loose Blue To...
Tourmaline
$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
1.45 Carat Brazilian Paraíba Tourmaline Greenish Blue GIA Certified
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A captivating 1.45-carat Brazilian Paraíba Tourmaline displaying a mesmerizing greenish-blue color with the luminous character for which these exceptional tourmalines are renowned. C...
Tourmaline, Paraiba