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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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Creator: Michael Kneebone
Style: Contemporary
Michael Kneebone Pastel Baroque Pearl Granulated Bead Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Eleven ginormous baroque pearls (origin: China) form this statement necklace. The pearls are in shades of peach, lavender, gray and pink. They are blemish free and possess highly r...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Silver
Michael Kneebone Multicolored Freshwater Pearl Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Gem quality freshwater pearls are showcased in this elegant necklace. Thirty two pearls graduate in size from the largest at 14mm to the smallest at 12mm. They possess rich luster ...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
Michael Kneebone Kunzite Champagne Diamond Tahitian Pearl Pendant
Located in Austin, TX
Kunzite, Tahitian pearl and champagne diamonds are showcased in this elegant pendant. The kunzite (origin: Brazil) is a delicate orchid pink and fashioned as an elongated pear shape...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Kunzite, Pearl, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Ametrine Citrine Amethyst Diamond Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
A gem quality ametrine forms the nucleus of this extravagant, one-of-a-kind necklace. The ametrine (origin: Bolivia) weighs 72.76 carats and is richly colored in both purple and yellow. The gem is well cut and polished in a modified cushion cut...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone White Baroque Pearl Black Spinel Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
White baroque pearls are featured in this bold necklace. The pearls are ginormous, the largest measures fully 1.38 inches in length. The nacre possess great luster with no blemishe...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Pearl, Spinel, Black Spinel, 14k Gold, Vermeil
Michael Kneebone White Tile Baroque Pearl Bead Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Baroque tile pearls are featured in this classic necklace. The cultured pearls (origin: China) measure approximately 1 inch square. They are bright white in color, possess iridesce...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
Michael Kneebone Turquoise Lemon Citrine Diamond 18k Gold Lariat Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Chinese Spiderweb turquoise is paired with lemon citrine in this elegant lariat necklace. The fine black webbing dramatically contrasts with the b...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Citrine, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Baroque Black Pearl Vermeil Granulated Bead Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Baroque black pearls are paired with granulated beads in this bold beaded necklace. The pearls (origin: China) are referred to as "peacock" because o...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Vermeil
Michael Kneebone Alexander The Great Coin Blue Sapphire Pendant
Located in Austin, TX
An authentic silver Alexander the Great III coin (Drachm coin 336 B.C.-very fine condition) is set in an hand fabricated 18k yellow gold pendant. The setting is embellished with a bezel set cabochon sapphire of rich, blue color. The extra large bail fits a 20 inch black leather cord necklace...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Golden Indonesian Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Twenty nine richly colored golden baroque Indonesian pearls comprise this necklace. Graduating in size from 11.2 to 15.6mm, the pearls are wonderful...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil
Michael Kneebone Gray Baroque Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Sixteen very baroque dark gray cultured pearls form this bold necklace. The rich base color of the pearls reflects shades and tones of pinks, blues and g...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
Michael Kneebone Golden Pearl White Pearl Baroque Double Strand Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Two strands of perfectly conformed baroque circle pearls shape this daring and impressive necklace. The outer strand of pearls are bright white. The inner strand of pearls are in l...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
Michael Kneebone Kasumi Pearl Raw Green Tourmaline Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Kasumi pearls ( origin: Lake Kasumi, Japan) are renowned for their wonderful barque, wrinkly shapes and brilliant luster. These white pearls are combined with raw tourmaline...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Cultured Pearl, Tourmaline, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
Michael Kneebone Tile Pearl Gold Bead Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Nineteen square tile pearls comprise this casual pearl necklace. They have beautiful luster and reflect delicate shades of pink and green. The pearls are...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Gold
Michael Kneebone Pink Freshwater Stick Pearl Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Elongated and flattened pearls are knows as stick pearls. This strand possesses a wonderful rosy blush and the pearls are highly reflective. The pearls a...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil
Michael Kneebone Jasper Lava Rock Hematite Bead Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Three massive picture jasper spheres in shades of brown, mocha and cream are combined with lava rock beads, hematite and vermeil spacers in this bold nec...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Multi-gemstone, Hematite, Jasper, 18k Gold, Vermeil
Michael Kneebone Double Strand Baroque Pearl Black Onyx Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Two strands of enormous baroque Chinese freshwater pearls and black onyx beads comprise this dramatic necklace. The pearls are graduated in s...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil
Michael Kneebone Phantom Quartz Citrine Golden Pearl Diamond Pendant
Located in Austin, TX
A boldly configured hexagon shaped phantom quartz is the centerpiece of this confetti pendant. Pale shades of rust and gold are due to iron oxide trapp...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Citrine, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Tile Pearl Coin Pearl Chrysoprase Long Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
White tile pearls are combined with smaller white coin pearls, chrysoprase beads and gold rondel spacers in this beaded necklace. The 39 inch long necklace can be worn as a single o...
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Chrysophrase, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
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Michael Kneebone Nugget Branch Coral Necklace
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