Contemporary More Jewelry
CONTEMPORARY STYLE
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.
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Style: Contemporary
Sacchi Black Round Onyx Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Cufflinks
Located in Rome, IT
Black Onyx Gemstone Satin Yellow Gold Round Cufflinks hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique.
Lost-wax casting, one of the oldest techniques for creating jewellery, forms the basis of Sacchi's jewellery production. Modelling wax in the round allows to sculpt small and large pieces, and polishing with agate stones gives characteristic light effects.
The Cufflinks are comprised of 18 Karat Yellow Gold Satin Finish, set with a Round Black Onyx Stone in the center.
All Sacchi's Jewels are entirely handmade by master craftsmen in our goldsmith workshop located in the center of Rome.
Handmade in Italy (Rome).
18 kt Gold Weight: 9,6 grams approx
Dimensions:
Diameter: 1.5 cm
Type: Man Cufflinks
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sacchi Black Onyx Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Cufflinks
Located in Rome, IT
Black Onyx Gemstone Satin Yellow Gold Round Cufflinks hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique.
Lost-wax casting, one of the oldest techniques for creating jewellery, forms the basis of Sacchi's jewellery production. Modelling wax in the round allows to sculpt small and large pieces, and polishing with agate stones gives characteristic light effects.
The Cufflinks are comprised of 18 Karat Yellow Gold Satin Finish, set with a Round Black Onyx Stone in the center.
All Sacchi's Jewels are entirely handmade by master craftsmen in our goldsmith workshop located in the center of Rome.
Handmade in Italy (Rome).
18 kt Gold Weight: 14,7 grams approx
Dimensions:
Diameter: 1.8 cm
Type: Man Cufflinks
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sacchi Carnelian Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Cufflinks
Located in Rome, IT
Carnelian Gemstone Satin Yellow Gold Round Cufflinks hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique.
Lost-wax casting, one of the oldest techniques for creating jewellery, forms the basis of Sacchi's jewellery production. Modelling wax in the round allows to sculpt small and large pieces, and polishing with agate stones gives characteristic light effects.
The Cufflinks are comprised of 18 Karat Yellow Gold Satin Finish, set with a Round Carnelian Stone in the center.
All Sacchi's Jewels are entirely handmade by master craftsmen in our goldsmith workshop located in the center of Rome.
Handmade in Italy (Rome).
18 kt Gold Weight: 13,3 grams.
Dimensions:
-Diameter: 1.8 cm
Type: Man Cufflinks
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.21 Carat Oval Diamond, D Color, VVS2 Clarity
Located in Chicago, IL
G.I.A. certified (certificate number 11315374) 1.21 carat oval diamond, D color, VVS2 clarity.
Certificate attached in photos
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Diamond
Aaron Basha Enamel Butterfly Charm
By Aaron Basha
Located in Chicago, IL
Aaron Basha, 18K white gold, diamond and white, orange and silver enamel butterfly charm, pave set with full cut round diamonds weighing about ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Multi Color Tiger Eye 'Heart of My Heart Necklace' Estate Find
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Sensational! Large Roundel Facet-cut multi-color Tiger Eye and Gold Hearts bead Runway Necklace. Approx. length of necklace 36 inches; enhanced w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Tiger's Eye, Gold Plate
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Bernd Munsteiner Amethyst Gold Ring and Pendant Set
Located in Austin, TX
An incredible amethyst and 18k gold ring and pendant set by Bernd Munsteiner, founder of Atelier Munsteiner. The amethyst of exceptional color and tra...
Category
1980s German Vintage Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Stylish Charm Designed by Fuksas Yellow Gold Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Designed by Massimiliano and Doriana Fuxsas for Sicis.
Piece entirely handmade by micromosaic artists.
Comes with life guarantee
For any questions please feel free to ask.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany Lock Bangle in 18k White Gold with Half Pavé Diamonds
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful new design from famed designer Tiffany & Co. This design is known as the Tiffany & Co. lock bangle crafted in 18k white gold and set with 1.08 ct. natural diamonds. The bracelet is a size small and will fit a 5.75" wrist. This bracelet was bought as a gift and was never worn! Purchase date is September 2022. Take advantage of this discounted price on this never worn, new Tiffany & Co. bangle.
No rules. All welcome. Inspired by the power of togetherness and inclusivity, Tiffany Lock is a bold and visual statement about the personal bonds that make us who we are. Designed to be worn by all genders, the Tiffany Lock bangle...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Australian 4.29 Opal Doublet Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
Intricate and opulent, the ‘Florella’ opal doublet brooch (4.29ct) is skillfully set in a beautifully interwoven 18K Yellow Gold lattice. In this p...
Category
2010s Australian Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Kieselstein Cord .925 Sterling Silver Alligator Leather Cord Necklace
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful Authentic Vintage B. Kieselstein-Cord 1993 Sterling Silver Alligator Leather Necklace. Each Alligator Head Station measures approximately 7mm to 18mm in width, 48mm in leng...
Category
1990s Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Custom Designed 4.14 Carat Pear Shaped Black Diamond Pendant
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat white gold pendant set with one 4.14 carat pear-shaped black diamond and one 0.14 carat round brilliant diamond with F color and VS1/VS2 clarity.
*Chain NOT included
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
David Yurman Tassel Pendant Diamonds & Pearl White Onyx 18k Yellow Gold
By David Yurman
Located in MIAMI, FL
Gorgeous tassel pendant crafted by famed designer David Yurman. The pendant is breathtaking as it truly shows detail throughout. Highlighting the pendant is one large circular shape...
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Equestrian Horse Shell Cameo Sterling Silver Heirloom Quality Cufflinks
Located in Montreal, QC
Exquisite Equestrian Galloping Horse Hand carved shell Cameo Cufflinks set in Sterling Silver; Beautiful Hand crafted design…made in Italy. The cufflinks measure approx. 16.5mm in di...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Turquoise Kopopelia Indian Flute Player Brooch, Sterling Silver Indian Pin
Located in Austin, TX
Metal Quality: Sterling Silver
Gemstone: Turquoise
Length: 4 cm
Width: 2 cm
Weight: 6.7 grams
Category
2010s American Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1920s Mother of Pearl Cufflinks, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details:
Gemstones: Mother of Pearl
Metal Type: 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Weight: 7.91 grams
Item Features:
These Beautiful 1920s cufflinks feature Mother of Pearl on both ends of ...
Category
1920s Unknown Vintage Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Golden Sapphire Baltic Sea Natural Amber Pendant
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This unique pendant brings together an eccentric duet of change and permanence. Its magnificent impact derived from the juxtaposition of the lively bouquet of sparkling sapphires and diamonds, and the alluring and placid, gold ensconced, amber drop. The striking ensemble is made possible through MOISEIKIN’s innovative patented technology Waltzing Brilliance®. Golden sapphires secured at 2 points tremble and rotate and shine even more than classical setting. The drop of life, Honey Drop, It is not just an elegant extension of a woman ’ s beauty, it is a natural source of life. Busy bee flits from flower to flower gathering nourishing pollen and nectar contributing to the matrix of life. A natural line of life is traced from the flower through to the hive to the honey drop. The honeycomb symbolises flourishing in feng shui, while honey itself is enriching and curative. The central piece of the composition is a marvel of nature —Russian amber. Its healing powers, amassed over millennia, emanate energy, purifying both body and spirit.This is vigorous and energetic jewel best to wear in warm season!
18K Gold Baltic Sea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Amber, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Clarissa Bronfman Signature Ebony Collection, 14k Gold, Diamond 'LOVE' Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A signature Clarissa Bronfman Jewelry piece. Ebony, 14k gold, diamond LOVE Pendant. Large diamond and 14k gold otto clasp.
***PLEASE NOTE*** THIS...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Yellow Gold Tubogas Rolling Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Three 18k flexible bands, 9 mm each.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
