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Contemporary 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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Creator: Faye Kim
Style: Contemporary
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Turquoise Mini Oval Bead Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Handwrapped in 18 karat gold*, Faye Kim's Turquoise Mini Oval Bead Necklace can be adjusted to be worn at various lengths, including as a lariat, m...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Blue Topaz Y Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold custom handcrafted Blue Topaz Y Necklace, with its briolette cluster pendant, offers an effortless, timeless style, perfect for everyday wear or special occasions. Great for layering with shorter pendants. Length 17.5-18.5" Photos also show Blue Topaz Y Necklace with Amethyst and Pearl Y necklaces...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Cushion Shaped Locket
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18k gold cushion-shaped locket with substance and style. Finely handcrafted and matte-finished. Personalize it with an engraving or with gemst...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Rock Crystal Quartz Link Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold custom handcrafted Rock Crystal Quartz Link Necklace, with its briolette cluster pendant and planished links, offers an effortless, timeless style, perfect for everyday wear or special occasions. Great for layering with shorter pendants...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim Platinum Diamond Hinged Dog Tag Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Versatile and easy to wear, Faye Kim's Platinum Diamond Hinged Dog Tag Necklace is perfect for every day. The pendant, which can be engraved and which shimmers and sparkles with its diamonds, is matte-finished in platinum and hangs on an 18 karat white gold oval link...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Diamond Mesh Pendant Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Diamond Mesh Pendant on Handmade Chain. 18 Karat Gold Mesh Pendant is handmade of flexible links. Finished with a diamond granulation bail and tip - ...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Large Oval Locket
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Large Oval Locket combines both substance and style. Finely handcrafted and matte-finished. Personalize it with an engraving or with gemstones. Locket 1.5" ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Studded Medium Hinged Dog Tag Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Versatile and easy to wear, Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Diamond Studded Medium Hinged Dog Tag Necklace is perfect for every day. The pendant, which can be engraved, is matte-finished and hangs on an 18 Karat Gold Chain, making it perfect for any occasion. Whether worn alone or layered, this piece will elevate your style to another level! Pendant: 1" x 1" - item may vary slightly from photo Diamonds: .60 Carats twt Chain: 24", adjustable Chain links 2x3mm each Pendant and chain can be sold separately: Pendant: $4250 Chain: $3000 Model shown wearing gold diamond dog tag pendant and plain gold dog tag...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Hummingbird Charm with Diamond Eye on Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Hummingbird, part of the designer's Signature Charm Collection, features a sparkly diamond eye and can be sold separately from the chain or soldered onto one...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold South Sea Pearl Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
This beautiful Faye Kim South Sea Pearl Pendant, dropped onto an 18 Karat Gold chain with a classic jump ring bail, is both lustrous and classic. The pendant's modern design conveys ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond White South Sea Baroque Pendant
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold and Diamond White South Sea Baroque Pendant is fresh, clean, modern and timeless, and the diamond granulation bead bail adds just the right amount of sparkle...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim Platinum Hinged Dog Tag Necklace, Medium
Located in Westport, CT
Versatile and easy to wear, Faye Kim's Platinum Hinged Dog Tag Necklace is perfect for every day. The pendant, which can be engraved, is matte-finished in...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Platinum, White Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Golden South Sea Pearl Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
This beautiful Faye Kim Golden South Sea Pearl Pendant, dropped onto an 18 Karat Gold chain with a classic jump ring bail, is both lustr...
Category

2010s Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Small Oval Link Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Small Oval Link Chain Classic and versatile, Faye's 18 karat gold handmade oval link chain is a must in every jewelry wardrobe. It elevates the traditional ca...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Hinged Dog Tag Pendant
Located in Westport, CT
Versatile and easy to wear, Faye Kim's popular 18 Karat Gold Hinged Dog Tag Pendant is perfect for every day. The pendant is matte-finished and shown o...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18K Gold Black Tahitian Baroque Pearl Pendant on Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim has handcrafted this 18K Gold* Black Tahitian Baroque Pearl, with its variations of black, gray, and green, into a statement-making pendant, which can be worn alone or layer...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Bar Set Green Tourmaline Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18K Gold Bar Set French Cut Green Tourmaline Necklace features a striking, vibrantly-hued gemstone set in a matte gold finish; cer...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Black Tahitian Pearl Link Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Black Tahitian Pearl Necklace is interspersed with gold links to give it lightness. Shown as a lariat in photos but can be worn without the lariat. Can also ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Jack Russell Terrier Charm with Diamond Eyes
Located in Westport, CT
As good as gold: For the Jack Russell Terrier lover (or any dog lover), this sweet little 18 Karat Gold dog will melt your heart. Wear it alone or layered with other charms and neckl...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Medium Oval Locket
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18k Gold Medium Oval Locket You can fill your locket with photos of your favorite people, places or even love notes and promises. Contemporary, sleek, and matte finished t...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Blue-Green Beryl Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's spectacular 18 Karat Gold Pear Shaped Beryl Necklace, with its mesmerizing blue-green color and open bezel, is suspended on the designer's signat...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Beryl, Green Beryl, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold White Freshwater Pearl Hand-Wrapped Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Meticulously finished in 18k gold*, lustrous freshwater pearls are hand-wrapped to create a timeless pearl chain that has adorned fashionable women throughout time. With oversized, slightly off-round pearls and a large handmade clasp...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Turquoise Lariat Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Handwrapped in 18 karat gold*, Faye Kim's Turquoise Lariat Necklace can be adjusted to be worn at various lengths, making it the perfect complement to...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Marquise Link Chain - 22"
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Handmade Marquise Link Chain is both classic and versatile, and can be a staple in every jewelry wardrobe. Alternating mixed shaped matte-finished links give text...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Mini Marquise Link Chain - 19"
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Handmade Mini Marquise Link Chain. Classic and versatile, this 18 karat gold handmade marquise link chain is a must have in every jewelry wardrobe. Alternating mixe...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat White Gold Bar Set Green Tourmaline Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat White Gold Bar Set Green Tourmaline Necklace features a striking, vibrantly-hued gemstone set in a matte white gold finish; certain to...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Tennis-Style Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's stunning 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Tennis-Style Necklace, which showcases 85 sparkling diamonds, will be the focal point of any outfit and will make you feel special no...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18k Gold Feather Charm Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Symbolizing light, trust, and freedom, Faye Kim's feather charm necklace is handcrafted in 18k gold*. Great worn alone or layered with other pieces. *F...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Single Pearl Pendant Slide
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's single pearl pendant slide. Oversized white freshwater culture pearl on a yellow cable chain. Simple, classic and always stylish! Pear...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Marquise Link Chain - 19"
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Handmade Marquise Link Chain is both classic and versatile, and can be a staple in every jewelry wardrobe. Alternating mixed shaped matte-finished links give text...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat White Gold Bar Set Green Tourmaline Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat White Gold Bar Set Green Tourmaline Necklace features a striking, vibrantly-hued gemstone set in a matte white gold finish; certain to...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat White Gold Bar Set Green Tourmaline Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat White Gold Bar Set Green Tourmaline Necklace features a striking, vibrantly-hued gemstone set in a matte white gold finish; certain to...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Paper Clip Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Paperclip Chain Experience everyday luxury in Faye Kim's handcrafted 18k gold Paper Clip chain. Completely versatile - the elongated links allow fo...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Owl Charm with Diamond Eyes
Located in Westport, CT
For the bird lover, this sweet Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Owl Charm will melt your heart. Wear it alone or layered with other charms and necklaces. Diamon...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Owl Charm Necklace with Diamond Eyes
Located in Westport, CT
Symbolizing wisdom, truth, and knowledge, Faye Kim's 18k gold Owl with diamond eyes, perched on a branch is beautiful, wise and charming! Owl Length x Wi...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Labradorite Briolette Fringe Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's spectacular 18 Karat Gold Labradorite Briolette Fringe Necklace conveys a modern design that offers understated elegance and a truly stylish, everyday look. Labradorite, w...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Elephant Charm Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
For the elephant lover - symbolizing magnificent strength, power, and wisdom. This elephant charm is crafted in 18K Green Gold. The cable chain is 16-18" adjustable. Made in the US...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Long Paper Clip Chain Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Experience everyday luxury in this Faye Kim custom handcrafted Paper Clip chain. This 18 karat matte gold paper clip chain features double planished circle links. Completely versati...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Station Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye's 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Station Necklace is a must have for every jewelry wardrobe. Its bezel-set diamonds add subtle sparkle and shine to a classic ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18k Gold Pig Charm Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
3 little pigs! Faye Kim's solid 18K gold* pig charms symbolize knowledge and good fortune. Available in 3 sizes (small, medium and large). *Faye Kim's signa...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Moonstone Bead Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim has fashioned the luminous Moonstone - thought to harvest the energy of the moon and promote positive well-being and balance - into a single strand 18 karat gold* bead necklace with a handmade clasp. *In Faye Kim's signature 18k green gold, an alloy comprising 75% pure gold and 25% silver. Customizable in other precious metals and finishes. Length 21" Bead size 30 x 18 mm, 736 TCW Model shown wearing the Moonstone Bead Necklace...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Station Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye's 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Station Necklace is a must have for every jewelry wardrobe. Its bezel-set diamonds add subtle sparkle and shine to a classic ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim Platinum Handwrapped Bead Necklace - 25"
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim platinum handwrapped bead necklace with 18k white gold links. Length 25" Diamonds 15 tcw Made in the USA
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Small Oval Locket
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Small Oval Locket combines substance with style. Finely handcrafted and matte-finished, this locket can be personalized with an engraving or with gemstones, ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold English Bulldog Charm with Diamond Eyes
Located in Westport, CT
For the Bulldog Lover - guidance, protection, loyalty, fidelity, watchfulness, and love. Diamonds = .03 cts. 18mm x 13mm Signature Collection: non negotiable
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Faye Kim Platinum and 18K White Gold Hand-wrapped Lavender Diamond Bead Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim platinum handwrapped lavender diamond bead necklace with 18k white gold links. 2.80 TCW Length 18" Made in the USA
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Mini Paperclip Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold* Mini Paperclip Chain Length 26" Width of links 2.5mm 18 Karat Gold Chalcedony Bezel Pendant, shown in photos, sold separately Model in white v-neck wearing...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handwrapped Natural Pearl Chain Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold* Handwrapped Natural Pearl Chain Necklace: Triple strands of hand wrapped natural seed pearl necklace in 18k gold L...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Double Strand Peridot Bead Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold* Double Strand Peridot Bead Necklace with handmade clasp: Peridot gemstones were historically called Olivine and are believed to have been in use for many thousands of years. Peridot has been long considered to be an aid to friendship and is credited with bringing happiness and good cheer...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Natural Keshi Pearl Necklace with Tassel
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim designed this 18K Gold Natural Keshi Pearl Necklace with a 5" tassel and an 18 karat gold cap. Offering chic, effortless style, this one of a...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim's 18k Gold Diamond Baguette Drop Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Green Gold Diamond Baguette Drop Necklace with a bezel setting is a simple, classic design. A little twist on the classic station necklace, the pendant design allows f...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim Platinum Diamond Dog Tag Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Versatile and easy to wear, the mini version of Faye's popular diamond Dog Tag pendants are perfect for everyday wear. The pendant is matte-finished in...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Lavender Jade Bead Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Striking strand of uniform Lavender Jade Beads, 19.5 - 20mm with an 18k gold* handmade clasp. The decorative oval link 2" extender, with its drop b...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim Platinum Handwrapped Bead Necklace -23"
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim platinum handwrapped bead necklace with 18k white gold links. Length 23" Diamonds 9.20 TCW Made in the USA
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Triple Strand Labradorite Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold* Triple Strand Labradorite Necklace comprises faceted labradorite beads which have been fashioned into three strands and finished with an 18k gold handmade clasp...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, 18k Gold, Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Turquoise Oval Bead Lariat Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Handwrapped in 18 karat gold*, Faye Kim's Turquoise Oval Bead Lariat Necklace can be adjusted to be worn at various lengths, making it the perfect...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Green Beryl Bar Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Green Beryl is believed to encourage a positive viewpoint and decrease stress. Here, Faye Kim has fashioned the stone into a modern bar necklace with a handmade clasp. Its soothing, ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Beryl, Green Beryl, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Double Strand Tanzanite Bead Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold* Tanzanite Bead Necklace features two strands of beads and a handmade clasp. Tanzanite is said to enable us to move fo...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold

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