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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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Period: 1990s
Style: Contemporary
Enamel Colored Fish Necklace by Kabali
Located in Darnestown, MD
Colorful enamel fish swim around a variety of shells; starfish and coral in this most unusual 18 karat gold necklace by Kabali. It measures 14 inches from the clasp to the start of ...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

1990s 14k White Gold Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Necklace and Drop Earring Set
Located in Atlanta, GA
Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 40.2 grams Diamond Details: Weight: 5.00ct, total weight Cut: Round Brilliant and Baguette Color: G-H Clarity: VS Pearl De...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold Panther Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yell...
Category

1990s Spanish Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Slider Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.5 grams Condition: Excellent
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Michael Bondanza Platinum, 18 Karat and 6.79 Carats, Diamond Pompei Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Michael Bondanza, world renowned for his work in precious metals. Each Michael Bondanza piece is expertly hand crafted in the heart of New York City. Eighteen graduating hand made li...
Category

1990s North American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1.17 Carats Champagne Diamond Yellow Gold Panther Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Very 90's Necklace The necklace is 14K Yellow Gold The center stone is a Champagne Diamond 0.93Ct SI2 The center stone is surrounded by 0.24Ct Diamonds G/H SI2 The necklace is 18" Lo...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Gold Ruby and Diamond Pendant and Necklace Set
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 4.5 grams Ruby Details: Natural, .50ct, Deep Red, Oval Shape Diamond Details: .25ct,total weight. G-H VS Cl...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold

Contemporary Italian 14ct Gold Collar Necklace
Located in Dubai, DU
A superb and sexy gold collar necklace for making a great – and unforgettable – first impression! The neck-hugging 42cm anchor chain is crafted in gleaming 14ct yellow gold with alte...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold

14k .70 Carat Diamond Three Stone Pendant with Chain
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.5 grams Diamond Details: .70ct, total weight, G Color, SI Clarity Condition: Excellent
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces

Betony Vernon "Love Lock Necklace" Man Necklace Sterling Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
The "Love Lock Necklace" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1995 and has been manufactured in limited editions ever since in Sterling Silver 925 lost ...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond V Pendant Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond V Pendant Necklace with fifteen round brilliant-cut diamonds. The diamonds are pave-set in a V shape. Diamonds are VS in clari...
Category

1990s French Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous necklace is solid 14k yellow gold with white gold accenting and natural diamonds. Necklace Specifics: 14 Round Diamonds - 0.14ctw Total weight - 40.6 grams Chain - 8mm...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Charles Krypell 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1.22 Carat Ruby Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Charles Krypell Jewelry is a New York Based fine jewelry brand that became internationally known for its exquisite use of color, novel designs, and outstanding craftsmanship. This 1...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold Twin Swan Pendant with Diamonds & Emerald
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yell...
Category

1990s Spanish Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Necklace 3 Rows 18K White Gold - Circa 1996
Located in Chicago, IL
This Cartier Maillon Panthere 3-row Diamond Necklace is 18 inches in length and weighs 56.20 DWT (approx. 87.4 grams). It contains 240 round diamonds weighing an approximate total of...
Category

1990s French Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Contemporary Earrings Necklace Suite 14Kt Gold 1.07 Cts In Pink Sapphires Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Contemporary Parure of earrings and necklace. Beautiful modern suite, crafted in Italy in white gold of 14 karats. The main central pieces are mounted with 18 white cultured round p...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pearl Floral Diamond Link Necklace 11.50 Carats 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Vintage, 18 Karat Yellow Gold necklace featuring two diamond floral center with White Pearls, 10-11 MM, on a diamond link necklace weighing 155.2 Grams. Color G-H Clarity SI
Category

1990s Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Bead or Pearl Enhancer
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Preowned 14K yellow gold enhancer for a bead or pearl necklace. The enhancer is a hinged oval shape.
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

La Nouvelle Bague 18 Karat Rose Gold Tubogas Necklace with .60 Carat Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat rose gold choker necklace is designed by the world renowned Italian company La Nouvelle Bague. They are known for their exquisite craftsmanship, marrying the classic w...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

2.5 Carat Pavé Diamond Frog Pendant in White Gold on Chrome Diopside Bead Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This is a custom design made in 1998 by San Diego jeweler Lawrence Poon. When he hopped into our lives, this frog was a pin, but The Boss felt he would make a cool pendant...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

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

La Nouvelle Bague 18KT White & Rose Gold Tubogas Necklace with .74ct. Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat white gold choker necklace is designed by the world renowned Italian company La Nouvelle Bague. They are known for their exquisite craftsmanship, marrying the classic w...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Ambar Quadrillion Ruby Gold Heart Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Ambar 18K yellow gold and ruby heart pendant, set with 21 quadrillion rubies, weighing 1.46cts suspended from 18K yellow gold 18.5 inch chain.
Category

1990s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold & Diamond Heart Pendant by Cartier
Located in London, GB
A contemporary gold and diamond heart pendant by Cartier. Crafted from 18k yellow gold this delicate heart is pavé set with approximately 1.25 carats of diamonds suspended from a sim...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Sapphires 18 Karat Yellow Gold Quartz Leaves Parure Necklace and Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker with Shaft Ring" Necklace Sterling Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
Betony Vernon "O-Ring" timeless signature pieces have been appreciated since 1992 for their symbolic and aesthetic appeal. This "O-Ring Kit" includes one "O-Ring Choker Necklace" and...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "Ben Wa Chain" Necklace Bracelet Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "Ben Wa Chain" Necklace was first designed by Betony Vernon in 1995 using lost wax elements and various sizes of rolo' chains in Sterling Silver 925. The timeless BV signature je...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Double Strand Semi-Baroque Pearl Sapphire Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Double Strand Baroque Pearl Sapphire Necklace. This beautiful necklace features double strands of lovely semi-Baro...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Mini" Necklace Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Choker Mini" is part of the collection Sado-Chic, the term Betony Vernon coined to name her first fine erotic jewelry designs in 1992. The...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

18k White Gold Diamond Cross 1.00 Ct.s in Starburst Setting
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specifications: CHAIN & PENDANT weight: 4.0 gram STONES: 25 DIAMONDS 1.00 CARATS COLOR & CLARITY: G VS2 metal:18k WHITE GOLD CHAIN length: 16 inch 14k ...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Eagle Head Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat rose...
Category

1990s Spanish Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

1990s Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Open Heart Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Size: 16 inches 7.2 grams Hallmark: Peretti, Tiffany & Co., Spain Item Features: 1990s Tiffany and Co. Elsa Peretti 18 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Necklace Features an 18 Karat Yellow Gold fine chain with a spring ring clasp with 5 open heart charms looped...
Category

1990s Spanish Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stephan Hafner 18kt Yellow Gold, .20ct Diamond Pocketbook Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The absolute cutest purse on a chain!! Designed in 18 karat yellow gold ,the hi-polished purse is sprinkled with 0.20 carats of round brilliant diamonds. The 1" hinged purse is set o...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Three Mechanism Kit" Necklace Sterling Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
Betony Vernon "O-Ring" timeless signature pieces have been appreciated since 1992 for their symbolic and aesthetic appeal. This kit includes one "O-Ring Choker Three Mechanism", one ...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" in 18-Karat Gold is part of the collection Sado-Chic, the term Betony Vernon coined to name her first fine erotic jewelry...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker with Tassel Pendant" Necklace Sterling Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
Betony Vernon "O-Ring" timeless signature pieces have been appreciated since 1992 for their symbolic and aesthetic appeal. This "O-Ring Kit" includes one "O-Ring Choker Necklace" and...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Openwork Link Necklace 42 Grams Italy
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold necklace featuring 33 oval openwork links measuring 27.4 inches, 42 grams. Italian Hallmark. Great for layering!
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ragnar Rose Gold Mabe Pearl Diamond Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Ragnar Rose Gold Mabe Pearl Diamond Pendant. The pendant features a pink Mabe pearl set in a special open bezel and four melee diamonds. The pearl has ...
Category

1990s Canadian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Signature Chain" Necklace Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and handcrafted in lost wax element of Sterling Silver 925 in 2018. The timeless "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace" has been long appreciated for its symbolic and aesthetic appeal, as well as for its functional purpose. The "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace" has a double hook on each side of the chain, that serves to put all sorts of BV Attachments and Pendants close to your heart, at hand’s reach...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

14 Karat Yellow Gold Link Necklace & Double Bracelets 30.2 Grams
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold link set featuring one necklace measuring 21.5 inches and two bracelets; one measuring 6.5 inches and the other 7.13 inches. The whole set can be combined into a...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Quadrillion 18kt Yellow Gold, 2.53ct Blue Sapphire Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Under the trademark Quadrillion, Bez Ambar created the modern square shaped princess cut blue sapphire. It became one the most innovative and widely used gemstone cuts of the 21st ce...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Apx 7.80ct Multi Color Diamond and Pearls Choker Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning pearl with floral diamond design choker. Approximately 7.80 carats of color and colorless diamonds. White diamonds approximately G/H color and VS2/SI1 clarity. 18-karat whi...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold Eagle Head Pendant with 0.38CT Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yell...
Category

1990s Spanish Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Italian Braided Link Necklace 56 Grams
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat yellow gold necklace featuring a graduated braided motif style and weighs 56 grams. Made in Italy. Smallest link 3/8 inches Biggest link 9/16 inches. More gold necklace ava...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Link Necklace Made in Turkey 62.2 Grams
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat yellow gold link necklace featuring 52 high polished links weighing 62.2 grams. More link necklaces available.
Category

1990s Turkish Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold South Sea Golden Pearl with Brown and White Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold South Sea Golden Pearl with brown and white diamonds, containing 1-11.06mm South Sea Golden Pearl with 3 white diamonds weighing .32pts. and 12 brown diamonds weighin...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Betony Vernon "Pierced Chain Necklace" Sterling 925 Necklace in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "Pierced Chain Necklace" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1998 and manufactured in lost wax elements. Part of the iconic "Tokens of Paradise Collection", it is a symbol of virili...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sensational Genuine Natural Gem Amethyst Quartz Druzy Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Featuring Genuine Natural Gem Amethyst Druzy Quartz inter-spaced with Sterling Silver Beads; Necklace held by a Sterling Silver Clasp. The tapered rectangular Amethyst Quartz Stones ...
Category

1990s Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "Double Sphere Necklace" Necklace Sterling 925
Located in Rome, IT
Betony Vernon designed the "Double Sphere Necklace" in 1996 and manufactured it in lost wax elements. The Sterling Silver 925 "Double Sphere Necklace" will make a statement whether it is worn on its own or in combination with BV "Double Sphere Massage Ring...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace" Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and is handcrafted in lost wax element of 18-Karat Gold. The timeless "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace" has been long appreciated for its symbolic and aesthetic appeal, as well as for its functional purpose. The "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace" has a double hook on each side of the chain, that serves to put all sorts of BV Attachments and Pendants close to your heart, at hand’s reach...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Ragnar Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Earrings
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Ragnar 14 Karat Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl Earrings. The earrings feature 11mm cream Mabe pearls set in an open bezel. The round pearls have good luste...
Category

1990s Canadian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Apx 82ct Mixed Diamond Necklace 18-Karat White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Sensational grand diamond high jewelry necklace studded with hundreds of diamonds. Approximately 82 carats of marques, round, and pear cut diamon...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Slide Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Diamond Heart Slide Pendant. A single round diamond is a three-prong set in yellow gold on the bottom center of the heart where the curves meet. T...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

UnoAErre Snake Motif Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold 36.1 Grams 16.5 Inches Italy
Located in New York, NY
Signed UnoAerre this snake motif necklace is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold weighing 36.1 grams. Made in Italy
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Heart White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Lovely classic diamond heart pendant necklace. 20 round brilliant diamonds, 0.80 carats. Approximately I/J color and SI clarity. 14-karat white gold, 16 inches. Accommodated with an ...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Charles Krypell 18kt Yellow Gold, 2.51ct. Ruby .43ct, Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Charles Krypell, jewelers since 1976. This pendant necklace is a perfect example of fine craftsmanship featuring invisibly set baguette cut rubies and round brilliant dia...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl Diamond & Yellow Gold Strand Necklace
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Diamonds and pearls strand necklace, yellow gold. 2.70 carats or round brilliant diamonds set in 14-karat yellow gold. Accommodated with an up to date appraisal by a GIA G.G. upon re...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

"Ostrich Feather Tickler w O'Ring Choker" Necklace Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "Ostrich Feather Tickler with O'Ring Choker" groups two Betony Vernon's classical jewels to combine all together or wear separately. The "Ostrich Feather Tickler"'s hook is made ...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Oscar De La Renta Faux Pearls and Pink Crystals Runway Necklace and Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Stunning signed Oscar de la Renta Faux Pearl and Pink Crystal Necklace and matching Earrings with the Designer Signature; necklace measures approx. Approx. 20" long; Markings: signat...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Gold Plate

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