Contemporary More Necklaces
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
Recognized Seller Listings
Flowers Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Flowers pendant in 18kt white gold set with 40 diamonds 0.69 cts and 30 black diamonds 0.93 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt white gold set with 54 diamonds 0.65 cts and 10 baguette cut diamonds 0.58 cts and one pear-shaped cut diamond 0.10 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt white gold set with 12 diamonds 0.29 cts and 11 baguette cut diamonds 0.86 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Silver Enamel 39 Diamonds Aquamarine
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant necklace 18k white gold, Peacock Collection, translucent silver fondant vitreous enamel, 39 diamonds total 0.41 ct, brilliant cut, G VS, 1 aquamarine...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 1.70 Carats Total Round Diamond By The Yard Bezel Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple yet classic necklace that packs a lot of sparkle; a line of brilliant diamonds bezel set in 18k yellow gold are perfectly spaced for that delicate and feminine look and fini...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Onyx Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt yellow gold set with one cabochon cut onyx 0.90 cts and 83 diamonds 2.49 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Light Grey Enamel 27 Diamonds 0.55ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant necklace 18k white gold, Peacock Collection, translucent light grey vitreous enamel, 27 diamonds, total 0.55 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, measurements ap...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt pink gold set with 4 diamonds 0.39 cts and 10 baguette cut diamonds 0.74 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Cross pendant in 18kt yellow gold set with 136 diamonds 8.31 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt white gold set with 32 diamonds 0.28 cts and 11 baguette cut diamonds 0.42 cts and 4 pear.shaped cut diamonds 0.29 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
16.16 Carat Amethyst Diamond Pendant
Located in Richmond, BC
Radiant amethyst diamond pendant. High brilliance, transparent, violet purple oval faceted natural 16.16 carats amethyst encased in a basket with 8 bead prong...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Rose Gold
Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Cross pendant in 18kt yellow gold set with 139 diamonds 3.20 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt white gold set with 20 diamonds 0.33 cts and 18 black diamonds 0.15 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mouse Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Mouse pendant in 18kt yellow gold set with emerald 0.04 cts, 20 diamonds 0.24 cts and 27 sapphires
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Pendant Locket 18k Yellow Gold Raspberry Enamel 43 Diamonds 0.55 ct G VS
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant locket 18k yellow gold, Merian Collection, opalscent raspberry vitreous enamel, 43 diamonds, total 0.55 ct G VS, measurements app. 24.7 mm x 14.8 mm
About ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Eye Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Eye pendant necklace in 18kt yellow gold set with 18 diamonds 0.40 cts.
Length: 41.50 centimeters ( 16.34 inches) up to 44.50 centimeters (17.52 inc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov 1.70 Carats Total Brilliant Round Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A unique cross pendant design accented with round brilliant diamonds weighing 1.70 carats total. Made with 18K Yellow Gold and 16 inches in Length.
Roman Malakov is a custom house, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov 0.32 Carat Round Diamond by the Yard Necklace in 18K Black Rhodium
Located in New York, NY
A chic piece of jewelry showcasing a round brilliant diamonds, spaced evenly in an 18K black rhodium finished chain. Diamonds weigh 0.32 carats total. Necklace length is 22 inches bu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium
Sourate Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Sourate pendant in 18kt pink gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Oval Locket Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Blue Vitreous Enamel 37 Diamonds 0.29ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant locket 18k yellow gold, Victoria collection, peacock blue vitreous enamel, gold paillons, 37 diamonds, total 0.29 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, measurements app....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt pink gold set with 84 diamonds 0.77 cts and 6 baguette cut diamonds 0.38 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Ruby & Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt yellow gold set with 110 diamonds 1.45 cts and 137 rubies 6.24 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Light Red Vitreous Enamel 2 Diamonds 0.10 ct 46.0 cm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Necklace, 18k yellow gold, translucent light red vitreous enamel, 2 diamonds, total 0.10 ct, G VS, 46.0 cm
About the creator Victor Mayer
Victor Mayer is internationall...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Wood and Silver Dots Necklace
Located in Darnestown, MD
Dramatic wood bead necklace studded with tiny silver dots. The beads are approximately one inch in diameter but not exactly the same as they are han...
Category
Early 2000s Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Cross pendant in 18kt white gold set with 139 diamonds 3.20 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt pink gold set with 46 diamonds 0.67 cts and 32 baguette cut diamonds 0.67 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Damiani 18KT Yellow and White Gold Bib Necklace with 4.92Ct. Diamond
By Damiani
Located in New York, NY
“The history of Damiani jewellery is that of an Italian family strongly tied to tradition and passion for goldsmith art".
This 18 karat yellow and wh...
Category
1990s Italian Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Citrine Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Necklace in 18kt yellow gold set with 108 citrines 8.61 cts ( 125 cm)
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Malakov 2.85 Carats Total Graduating Round Diamond Line Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable mini riviere style necklace showcasing graduating round brilliant round cut diamond weighing 2.85 carats total and are approximately F-G color, SI-I1 clarity, set in a ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt pink gold set with 32 diamonds 0.35 cts and 8 baguette cut diamonds 0.26 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pink Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Necklace in 18kt pink gold set with 286 diamonds 14.11 cts G VS1
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Oval Locket Pendant 18k Rose Gold Grey/Pink Enamel 26 Diamonds 1 Pink Tourmaline
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant 18k rose gold, Peacock Collection, translucent light grey / pink tones vitreous enamel, 26 diamonds, total 0.26 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, 1 pink tourm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Enamel, Rose Gold
Andreoli Chainmail Bib Tahitian Pearl Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Andreoli
Located in New York, NY
Andreoli Chainmail Bib Tahitian Pearl Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
This Andreoli necklace features
4.12 carat Diamond
Tahitian Pearls
142 grams...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt white gold set with 46 diamonds 0.36 cts and 33 baguette cut diamonds 0.70 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Round Pendant - 18k White Gold/925-Sterling Silver - Silver Enamel 109 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant 18k white gold/925- sterling silver, Opera Collection, translucent silver fondant vitreous enamel, guilloche, 109 diamonds, total 3.11 ct, G VS, brilliant ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, Silver, 18k Gold, Enamel
White Diamond Satin Yellow Gold Concave Shells Necklace, Barbara Heinrich
Located in Dallas, TX
Golden Shells Necklace intricately hand-fabricated by acclaimed jewelry maker Barbara Heinrich in solid 18k yellow gold featuring 17.75 inches of individually formed golden shell ele...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Square Era Pendant 18k Rose Gold 1 Diamond 0.04 ct G VS Madeira Citrine Cabochon
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer square shaped pendant 18k rose gold, Era Collection, 1 diamond total 0.04 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, 1 Madeira citrine cabochon, 18k disc with guilloche underneath the cab...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Citrine, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Eye Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Eye pendant necklace in 18kt pink gold set with 18 diamonds 0.40 cts.
Length: 40.00 centimeters ( 15.75 inches) up to 44.50 centimeters (17.52 inches).
Pendant length : 2.00 centim...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Camel Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Camel pendant in 18kt white gold set with 93 diamonds 0.31 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt white gold set with 157 diamonds 3.17 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Eye Pendant Necklace with Ruby
Located in Geneva, CH
Eye pendant in 18kt white gold set with one cabochon cut ruby 1.00 cts and 20 diamonds 0.32 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 2.70 Carats Total Graduating Round Diamond Line Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable mini riviere style necklace showcasing graduating round brilliant cut diamonds ,suspended on an 18 inch White Gold chain and set in a three prong basket setting. Diamon...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
White Gold Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Geneva, CH
Necklace in 18kt white gold set with 800 baguette cut diamond 9.57 cts and 640 diamonds 1.88 cts (102 cm)
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oriental Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt yellow gold set with 39 diamonds 0.76 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Pearls Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Yellow pearls necklace with clasp in 18kt white gold set with 90 diamonds 3.47 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fatma Hand Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Fatma Hand pendant in 18kt pink gold set with 103 diamonds 0.33 cts small model.
Length: 45.00 centimeters (17.72 inches) up to 50.00 centimeters (19.69 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Andreoli 20.31 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Necklace
By Andreoli
Located in New York, NY
Andreoli 20.31 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Necklace
This necklace features:
- 20.31 Carat Diamond
- 71.30 gram 18k White Gold
- M...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
B Letter Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
B letter pendant in 18kt white gold set with 76 diamonds 0.87 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Gold Ram's Head Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k Gold Ram's Head Necklace
Designed as a textured gold ram's head suspended by a ball chain, Total weight 26.0 dwt. Length 15 1/4in.,
with French mark an...
Category
1980s French Vintage Contemporary More Necklaces
Eye Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Eye pendant necklace in 18kt white gold set with 18 diamonds 0.40 cts.
Length: 41.50 centimeters ( 16.34 inches) up to 44.50 centimeters (17.52 inch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fatma Hand Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Fatma Hand pendant in 18kt white gold set with 103 diamonds 0.34 cts small model
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mashallah Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Mashallah pendant in 18kt white gold
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov, Multi-Function Tahitian Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A very versatile necklace showcasing 11-14mm Tahitian pearls, spaced by 18k white gold knots. 32 inches in length and can be used multiple ways as a necklace or bracelet. Made in 18k...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sourate Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Sourate pendant in 18kt white gold set with 49 diamonds 1.05 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sourate Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Sourate pendant in 18kt white gold set with 43 diamonds 0.62 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Heart Pendant Necklace with Rubies
Located in Geneva, CH
Heart pendant in 18kt yellow gold set with 39 rubies 3.58 cts and 83 diamonds 3.58 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Necklace in 18kt white gold set with 87 diamonds 31.57 cts GIA Certificates
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt yellow gold set with 134 diamonds 3.54 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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