Skip to main content

Modern More Jewelry

MODERN STYLE

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.

314
82
to
64
214
133
4
3
2
3
144
247
1
5
15
11
6
31
25
2
15
5
5
5
4
191
180
25
269
152
99
84
56
167
36
29
16
14
90
41
17
13
5
to
713
363
336
237
158
102
93
50
43
26
25
5
5
4
3
2
Style: Modern
Ornate Maltese Cross Brooch With Molded Glass & Rhinestones By Florenza, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 2.25" x 2.25" - Gold plated - Carnival glass cabochons - Purple glass focal cabochon - Crystal rhinestone accents - Attributed to Florenza (unsigned) - Circa ...
Category

1960s American Vintage Modern More Jewelry

Diamonds 1.96 Carat Straight Line Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Exquisite Vivid Diamonds Straight Line diamond tennis necklace crafted in 14K Yellow Gold, showcasing 192 round brilliant cut dia...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Top Hat Charm Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This is the sweetest little charm! It is a glossy gold top hat. The charm is modelled in 9ct gold. Hat Dimensions: 17x7.5mm Weight: 0.89g
Category

1950s British Vintage Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage Crystal Rhinestone Bouquet Brooch, circa 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
Beautiful vintage crystal rhinestone bouquet brooch with silver tone hardware, circa 1950s. A classic accessory for wedding or formal looks. This brooch is comprised of a medley of s...
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern More Jewelry

14ct Gold Pendant Necklace, Lapponia
Located in Glasgow, GB
A Finnish 14ct yellow and white gold pendant necklace by Lapponia. The necklace is hallmarked with the Lapponia makers mark, common control mark '585' to denote 14 carat gold, Finni...
Category

Early 2000s Finnish Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.20ct Diamond and Emerald 18 Carat White Gold Oval Pendant
Located in London, GB
This delicate 18 carat white gold pendant is beautifully designed as an oval claw set with 23 fine quality round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.20ct in total. A vibrant oval shape...
Category

2010s English Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Rose Gold Flower Garden Ruby & Pink Sapphrie Colored Diamond Hair Clip
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Rose Gold Flower Garden Ruby & Pink Sapphrie Colored Diamond Hair Clip 6 Diamonds - 0.02 CT 23 Colored Diamonds - 0.47 CT 10 Green Garnets - 0.2...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Green Onyx Dangle Earrings Diamond Pave 18 Karat Gold Pendant Layered Necklace
Located in IN
Stone Name :- Diamond / Green Onyx Stone Shapes :- Round / Rondelle / Oval / Octagon Making :- Handmade Diamond Treatment :- Natural Item Code :- CNS-20592 Gross Weight :- 57.80 gm A...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold

Green Onyx Bead Dangle Earrings Pave Diamond Necklace Silver Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
Item Code :- CNS-8074 Gross Weight :- 138.34 gm Approx. Silver Weight :- 39 gm Approx. Gold Weight ; - 2 gm Approx. Diamond Weight :- 9.2 ct. Approx. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Silver

Bulgari Diamond and Sapphire Quadrato Wristwatch
Located in New Orleans, LA
This eye-catching Quadrato wristwatch was crafted by the high-end Italian jeweler Bulgari. An array of pavé-set white diamonds totaling approximately ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern More Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gucci Gold Ring 18kt Wide Top Designer Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Gold ring made by Gucci from their Icon collection featuring their signature GG motif set into a wide band ring. Excellent condition! Non-resizable! GRAM WEIGHT: 8.63gr GOLD: 18KT ...
Category

18th Century North American Antique Modern More Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gemstone Clover Stud Earrings Diamond Pave Ring Pendant Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in IN
Item Code:- CNS-8057 Gross Weight :- 8.70 gm Approx. Silver Weight :- 7.86 gm Approx. 18k Gold Weight :- 0.20 gm Approx. Diamond Weight :-1.20 ct. Approx. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY S...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Olong
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Introducing THE OLONG COLLECTION. The idea of this collection came about when we started experimenting with residual materials and the use of a press machine. We love to experiment ...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Olong
Olong
Free Shipping
Perfume Pendant
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Inspired by the Dali perfume bottle, this pendant is the most unique conversation and statement neckpiece you will ever own. Produced through a painstaking process of 3D printing and handmade casting, this mini sculpture...
Category

2010s American Modern More Jewelry

Perfume Pendant
Perfume Pendant
Free Shipping
Diamond & 14K White Gold Rectangular Cufflink
Located in New York, NY
One pair of diamond and 14k white gold rectangular cufflinks. Cufflinks contain 96 round brilliant diamonds, 2.25tcw. Diamonds are colorless and VS2 in clarity. Cufflink measure ap...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Italian Modern Suite in 18Kt Gold Akoya Pearls 4.20 Ctw Diamonds Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Akoya pearls suite of ring and earrings Beautiful modern Italian suite, carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats, with high polished finish. ...
Category

1990s Italian Modern More Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Neon Technosphere Collection "Bermudas" Wristwatch By Swatch, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '90s - 9" total length - Summer/beach/surfer themed - Quartz movement - By Swatch Watch - From the 1991 Spring/Summer "Technosphere" collection - Style number GK133 - Comes in original Swatch...
Category

1990s Unknown Modern More Jewelry

Navy and Light Blue Enamelled Shield Cufflinks in British Sterling Silver
Located in London, GB
An extremely stylish pair of navy and light blue rounded shield swivel back cufflinks made in British sterling silver. Each cufflink is composed of two r...
Category

2010s British Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Solitaire Sapphire ring 18KT yellow gold UNISEX 2CT
Located in Jupiter, FL
Unisex ring made with 2ct blue oval sapphire in 18KT yellow gold. GRAM WEIGHT: 6.24gr GOLD: 18KT yellow gold NATURAL SAPPHIRE Cut: Oval Color: Blue Clarity: Moderately Included Cara...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solitaire Star Sapphire Ring 14Kt White Gold Unisex
Located in Jupiter, FL
Unisex ring made with 4ct blue oval star sapphire in 14KT white gold. GRAM WEIGHT: 5.06gr GOLD: 14KT white gold NATURAL SAPPHIRE Cut: Oval Color: Blue Clarity: Moderately Included C...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rose Charm 14KT rose gold pendant HAND carved rose long pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning polished rose gold charm in 14KT rose gold, hand carved. Made to order will take 10 business days. GRAM WEIGHT: 2.36gr GOLD: 14KT rose gold Size: 1 inches long WHAT YOU GE...
Category

18th Century North American Antique Modern More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Ruby & Diamond 18K White Gold Octagonal Shape Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
One pair of ruby and diamond 18k white gold octagonal shape cufflinks. Cufflinks contain 64 round brilliant diamonds 0.70tcw and 48 round brillia...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Embrace Eternity Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in Jupiter, FL
Charming eternity ring by Tiffany & Co. This magnificent Tiffany Embrace is made in platinum with VVS diamonds. Comes with original dust bag and box. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rachel Koen Round Cut Diamond Bangle Ring and Earring Set 18K White Gold 0.60ctw
Located in New York, NY
Fabulously crafted 18k white gold jewelry set. The set includes a bangle, a ring and a pair of earrings. It features approximately 0.60cts of w...
Category

2010s American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Gemstone Necklace Diamond Pave Dangle Earrings Set 18K Gold Silver Jewelry
Located in IN
Making :- Handmade Item Code :-CNS-15724B Gross Weight :-207.14 gm Approx. Silver Weight :- 42.00 gm Approx. Gold Weight ; - 0.23 gm Approx. Diamond Weight :- 4.20 ct. Approx. ( AVER...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Kutchinsky Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch And Earrings Jewelry Set
Located in New York, NY
This is a distinctive diamond set flower brooch and ear clips suite by Kutchinsky, the London-based jeweller famed for exuberant and bold designs, dates to the mid Sixties. Highlight...
Category

20th Century British Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Eternal Rose Blue Velvet Lapel Pin, Blue, Gold-Dipped Real Rose, 24k Gold
Located in Belmont, MA
"Show someone how extraordinary they are with our dreamy Blue Velvet Eternal Lapel Pin. Gold-trimmed, real rose petals in a stunning blue shade symbolize peace, tranquility, and a love as deep as the ocean. Our floral lapel...
Category

2010s American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 24k Gold, Silver, Other

Temple Silver and Onyx Bracelet
Located in Coral Gables, FL
BREVARD TEMPLE COLLECTION This Fractal sacred geometry Silver and Onyx bracelet is inspired by the Borobudor temple in Indonesia. This temple was used as a meditation space...
Category

2010s Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Onyx, Silver

Cosmic 18K Gold Creation Pendant
Located in Coral Gables, FL
ADD TO CART This limited edition, Cosmic Creation Pendant Necklace is inspired by patterns in the cosmos. Using the Thoscene platform developed by John Brevard, this 18K gold and created sapphire...
Category

2010s Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Pearl Nose Stretcher Pendant
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The classic Nose. Pierced. Studded. Pearl'd.
Category

2010s American Modern More Jewelry

The Trio: Nose/Ears/Lips Headband
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The ultimate combo, on a 24k yellow gold plated headband. This one of a kind headpiece is made of the creative director’s face pieces. Two encrusted and bejeweled ears, lips with lip ring, and a nose topping with pearl and crystal nose rings. Even Mrs. Potato Head...
Category

2010s American Modern More Jewelry

Blue Topaz ring Cocktail ring 14KT yellow gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Beautiful unique ring made with blue topaz in 14KT yello gold GRAM WEIGHT: 5.95gr GOLD: 14KT yellow gold GEMSTONE: Natural Topaz CLARITY/COLOR: Slightly Included/Blue CUT: Oval SI...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Carved Lava Cameo Pendant with Ice Diamond & Pave Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
"18kt Gold:0.52g, Diamond:4.18ct Lava Cameo:24.75Cts" Size:69X42MM
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Sapphire & Diamond cocktail ring in 18KT white gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning cocktail ring in 18KT white gold, made with natural diamonds and sapphire. GRAM WEIGHT: 8.38gr GOLD: 18KT white gold NATURAL SAPPHIRE Cut: Square Color: Blue Clarity: Sligh...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Kramer Floral Brooch with Ruby Rhinestones, Signed, circa 1940s
Located in McKinney, TX
This beautiful vintage floral figural brooch is by iconic costume jewelry brand Kramer Jewelry, circa 1950s. Five silver tone flowers adorn this piece, ...
Category

1940s American Vintage Modern More Jewelry

Emerald Gemstone Dangle Earrings Ring Set Yellow Sapphire Silver Vintage Jewelry
Located in IN
Item Code :- CNS-0017E Gross Weight :-34.08 gm Approx Silver Weight :- 26.68 gm Approx Diamond Weight :- 7 ct. Approx ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Stone Weight :- ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Sapphire, Silver

Dome Diamond ring 14KT yellow gold cocktail evening ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elegant dome ring in 14KT yellow gold made with natural VS diamonds and art deco elements. Can be re-sized. GRAM WEIGHT: 5.66gr GOLD: 14KT yellow gold NATURAL DIAMOND(S) Cut: Round...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marquise Diamond Eternity Ring in Platinum 1.50ct
Located in Jupiter, FL
Diamond eternity ring made with marquise and round diamonds in platinum. The ring has hand engraving milgrain details on the edges. GRAM WEIGHT: 5.17gr METAL: platinum NATURAL DIAMO...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Round Eternity Ring Hand Engraved Made in Platinum 1ct
Located in Jupiter, FL
Diamond eternity ring made with round diamonds in platinum. The ring has hand engraving details around every diamond called milgrain. GRAM WEIGHT: 4.71gr METAL: platinum NATURAL DIA...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Carved Agate Pendant with Pave Diamonds on the Edge
Located in New York, NY
"18kt gold :0.25g, Diamond:1.45ct Agate:64.22Cts Size:84X46 MM
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold

Abstract "Cubist Rap" Wristwatch By Beatrice Santiccioli For Swatch, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '90s - 9" total length - Abstract guitar, playing card, martini, pipe and other nightlife illustrations - Quartz movement - By Swatch Watch - Style number GR110 - Comes in original Swatch...
Category

1990s Unknown Modern More Jewelry

Rachel Koen Petite Freshwater Pearl Cross Pendant 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Cute and delicate, this petite pearl cross pendant gives a charming everyday look. Crafted in 14K white gold, this symbol of faith features six luminous c...
Category

2010s North American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, White Gold

Temple Silver and Lava Stone Bracelet
Located in Coral Gables, FL
BREVARD TEMPLE COLLECTION This Fractal sacred geometry silver and lava stone bracelet is inspired by the Borobudor temple in Indonesia. This temple was used as a meditation space...
Category

2010s Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Temple 18K Gold and Lava Stone Bracelet
Located in Coral Gables, FL
BREVARD TEMPLE COLLECTION This Fractal sacred geometry 18K gold and lava stone bracelet is inspired by the Borobudor temple in Indonesia. This temple was used as a meditation space...
Category

2010s Modern More Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow and White Gold with Diamond Bee / Insect Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow And White Gold With Diamond Bee / Insect Brooch 0.30 total diamond weight. 4.57 grams total weight.
Category

2010s Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Scribble Brooch by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co., 1983
Located in Zurich, CH
Iconic 18 karat yellow gold "Scribble" brooch by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co., 1983. Entirely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and featuring a zig zag scribble, this pin brooch is...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink and Blue Enamel 'Four Vices' Cufflinks Set in British Sterling Silver
Located in London, GB
A rather interesting pair of blue and pink enamel chain link oval cufflinks set in British sterling silver. Each cufflink is composed of two oval f...
Category

2010s British Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Natural Emerald Gemstone Earrings Necklace Set Diamond Silver Fine Jewelry
Located in IN
Stone Name :- Diamond / Emerald Stone Shape :- Round / Pear Making :- Handmade Stone Treatment :- Natural Making :- Handmade Item Code :- CNS-1023 Metal :- Silver Necklace Length :- ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Silver

Aquamarine and Diamond Tiara by Raymond Yard
Located in New Orleans, LA
With the stunning blue hue of a clear tropical ocean, the incredible aquamarines in this tiara are absolutely captivating. The brilliant stones total 15.00 car...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sea Horse Diamond Pendant Charm in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Circa 1990s Gold: 18 Karat White Gold Weight: 2.1 Grams Measurements: .75" Tall x .25" Wide Diamond Details: Cut: Round Carat: .07 carats Color: J-K Clarity: SI Item Features: Lovely Diamond Sea Horse Pendant...
Category

1990s Unknown Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Temple Lava Stone Bracelet
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This Fractal sacred geometry Silver and Lava Stone bracelet is inspired by the Borobudor temple in Indonesia. This temple was used as a meditation space...
Category

2010s Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Wempe by Kim Amor Manet Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Heart Pendant
Located in London, GB
This stunning pendant by famous London jewellers, WEMPE is a solid 18 carat yellow gold heart with a heart cut out in the centre. The piece is engraved ‘AMOR MANET’ with the ‘O’ invi...
Category

2010s English Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s Italian Cornicello Horn Charm in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Circa: 1980 Metal Type: 14 Karat Gold Weight: 0.3 grams Length: 1 inch
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Modern More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Swedish decor silver bracelet and ring set by Willy Käfling 1971
Located in Stokholm, SE
A great sterling silver arm bracelet and silver ring set by Willy Käfling, Stockholm - Sweden 1971. Beautiful and easy to wear vintage armcuff with beautiful wave desingned patterns ...
Category

1970s Swedish Vintage Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Gilt & Crystal Rhinestone Panther Figural Brooch, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 2" x 2" - Gold plated - Clear crystal rhinestone accents - Black enamel detail - Green crystal rhinestone eyes - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - This item ...
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Modern More Jewelry

Ruby Gemstone Pendant Diamond Necklace Silver Dangle Earrings Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
Item Code :- CNS-5499 Gross Weight :- 81.30 gm Approx Silver Weight :- 45.65 gm Approx Gold Weight ; - 1.75 gm Approx Diamond Weight :- 6.50 ct. Approx ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Silver

Victorian Revival Gilt Brooch with Garnet & Opal Rhinestones by Florenza, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Measures 3.25" tall - Gold plated - Garnet colored crystal rhinestones - Opal colored crystal rhinestones - By Florenza (signed on verso) - Circa 1960s - Esta...
Category

1960s American Vintage Modern More Jewelry

White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant '0.48ctw'
Located in Dallas, TX
Diamond cross pendant in 18K white gold. The cross features 0.48ctw of diamonds.
Category

2010s Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Recently Viewed

View All