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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Gemstone: Sapphire
Style: Contemporary
18 karat yellow gold sapphire clip pendant with diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Beautiful clip pendant made of 18-karat yellow gold. The pendant is set in the middle with a oval cut good quality sapphire of 0.68 ct . The pendant is surrounded by 2 pieces of bri...
Category
2010s European Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Men's Gothic Cross Amulet with Natural Sapphires in 18 Karat Gold
By David Yurman
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the alluring David Yurman Gothic Cross Amulet with Natural Sapphires in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This exquisite piece combines spirituality and contemporary style, making it a true statement accessory for the modern man. Crafted by the renowned brand David Yurman, this amulet captures the essence of personal expression.
The handsome cross pendant is meticulously fashioned from 18 karat yellow gold, giving it a luxurious appeal. The Gothic cross design exudes an aura of timeless elegance and spiritual significance. Embellished with stunning pave set natural sapphires weighing 0.46 carats, the captivating round sapphires showcase an enticing and bold blue hue, radiating a sense of depth and intensity. The backside of the piece is plain and polished for a smooth, comfortable feel. Don't miss the opportunity to add this stunning piece of designer jewelry to your collection!
*Please note this listing is for the pendant only. No necklace or cord is included.
Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Weight: 6.7 grams
Natural Sapphire: 0.46 carats
Sapphire cut: Round Brilliant
Sapphire color: Medium Dark Strong Blue
Cross Measurements: 36.5 x 27.5mm
Bail opening: Approximately 7.25 x 5.35 mm
Stamped: D.Y. 750
Estate Condition: Very good condition, professionally cleaned and polished. There is very slight wear to the cross. Comes with original David Yurman jewelry...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Sapphire Choker Necklace & Bracelet 14 Karat White Gold 6.06 Carats
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat White Gold Choker Necklace featuring 43 Blue Sapphires weighing 6.06 Carats, adjustable
Available in Pink Sapphire & Diamonds
Smaller versions available too
Extra gold link...
Category
2010s Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Pink Sapphire Choker Necklace & Bracelet 5.61 Carats 14k Yellow Gold Adjustable
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat Yellow gold choker necklace featuring 44 Pink Sapphire weighing 5.61 Carats.
Can be worn as a bracelet wrapped twice.
Available in Blue Sapphire & Diamonds
Smaller versions available.
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Category
2010s Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ceylon Yellow Sapphire Diamond 1.15 Carat Lariat Yellow Gold 17 Inch Pendant
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Ceylon Yellow Sapphire Diamond Lariat Pendant - a radiant blend of luxury and elegance that will adorn your neck with timeless beauty. Crafted with meticulo...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold Pink Tourmaline Garavelli Pendant with Chain
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
Garavelli pendant with chain in drop design, in rose gold 18 kt with pink tourmaline and pink sapphire, the perfect holiday gift.
The total chain lenght is 44 cm / inches 17 with a l...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat White Gold Blue Sapphires Garavelli Pendant with Chain
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
Garavelli pendant with chain in very unique and pretty design, in white gold 18 kt with three perfect round blue sapphires to a total carat weight of 0.70
Available also in diamond...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold Pink Tourmaline Garavelli Pendant with Chain
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
Garavelli pendant with chain in drop design, in rose gold 18 kt with pink tourmaline and pink sapphire
The total chain lenght is 44 cm / inches 17 with a loop at 40 cm /15.5 inches
1...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Kt Rose Gold Massive Sapphire and Brown Diamond Garavelli Pendant
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
18 Kt Rose Gold Massive Brown Sapphire and Brown Diamond Garavelli Pendant with Necklace
GOLD gr : 9.30
BROWN DIAMOND ct : 1.31
Natural Corundum ( Brown Sapphire) Root ct : 17
The ch...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Brown Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
A.Jeschel Stunning Gold Baroque Pearl necklace with an Italian cameo side clasp.
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind
Introducing the Striking 2 Strand Baroque Gold Pearl and Yellow Sapphire Necklace - a stunning piece of jewelry that ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Gold
Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold 6ct Vivid Tanzanite Diamond Sapphire Pendant
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A vivid 6ct Tanzanite is mounted in a state of the art design and technology.
Internationally patented, Waltzing Brilliance technology is an innovative jewellery invention patented...
Category
2010s Russian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Pink Gold Pink Sapphires Garavelli Pendant with Chain
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
Garavelli pendant with chain in very unique and pretty design, in pink gold 18 kt with three perfect round pink sapphires to a total carat weight of 0.63
Available also in diamonds...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
Clarissa Bronfman "Some Like It Blonde" Symbol Tree Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Our signature Symbol Tree Necklaces are each unique and made to be versatile. Attaches to 14 inch Genuine Black Leather Cord with 14K Gold Auto Lock Clasp (included) so charms cascade down - top and bottom pendants can be removed so piece can also be worn as a bracelet. Wearer is able to interchange charms.
Combination of New and Vintage Charms. Some Like It Blonde includes Diamonds, Ruby, 14 karat gold, Gold plate, Silver, Rose Cut Diamonds, Enamel, Tiger Eye Stone, Citrine, Tourmaline and Sapphire.
*****Please take note that all religious symbolism can be replaced with an alternate item matching to price, or for higher charge depending on value.
***** Please note that top/bottom pendants on the model are different. Items included in this listing are in the primary image. Model photos...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Tiger's Eye, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, Citrine, Sterling...
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Onyx Agate Diamond Multi Stone Ohm Pendant Beaded Necklace
Located in New York, NY
PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM IS CURRENTLY IN ANOTHER LOCATION. PLEASE ALLOW POSSIBLE MAXIMUM TIME FRAME OF 4-6 WEEKS TO SHIP****
Beaded necklace consists of:
- 37" length
- faceted black...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Agate, Ste...
Moiseikin 18k Gold Diamond Baroque Pearl Fancy Colour Stone Pendant
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Inspired by Impressionism, MOISEIKIN® has created a blooming Iris flower pendant in tridimensional manner. Trembling flowers and sweet fragrance of coming ripe fruits are embodied in gems and metals. Intricate gold filigree is embedded with multiple colour stones such as rare demantoid garnet, sapphires, indigo tourmaline...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Moiseikin 18K White Gold Diamond Sapphire Flower Pendant
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A floral pendant consisting of 18K white gold, blue sapphires and 0.32ct diamond presents you elegantly and charmingly. Diamond slightly show blue tint due to the unique shinning effect from reversely mounted sapphires. An interesting reflection of the light and the lively floral filigree make the pedant alive and unique. Suitable for any dress.
Now we offer this unique pendant with a Japanese white gold chain that has a smooth slide adjustment.
18K Gold Diamond Sapphire Floral Pendant...
Category
2010s Russian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Lucea New York Yellow Sapphire Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Life in color Collection
Yellow Sapphire oval shape disc pendant set in blackened sterling silver.
Yellow Sapphire: 5.45 ct total weight.
Category
2010s Indian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Sapphire, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
18K Gold Emerald Diamond Handmade Floral Pendant
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This feminine handmade pendant is made of 18K gold, 0.64ct vivid round emerald, high-quality diamonds, and pink sapphires. The twig-like gold filigree conveys a picturesque image, so...
Category
2010s Russian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Clarissa Bronfman Emerald Sapphire Citrine Ruby Diamond Agate Heart Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Beaded necklace consists of:
- 18" length
- double sided diamond silver top closing clasp
- double sided diamond silver bottom clasp that opens and closes allowing to interchange pen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Vermeil, S...
Paperclip Link Chain with Evil Eye Pearl Charm Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Paper link Necklace 2.80 g.
Pearl charm with white and blue sapphire
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Round Diamond and Blue Sapphire Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A unique and stylish pendant necklace showcasing a round brilliant diamond center, accented by rows of round diamonds and blue sapphires. Diamonds weigh 0.63 carats total; blue sapph...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.89 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Halo Pendant
Located in New York, NY
14K white gold with sapphire measuring 9 mm x 7 mm and weights 1.89 cts.
Diamonds: 0.70 cts.
pendant measures 24 x 13 mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage Emerald Sapphire Ruby Yellow Gold Necklace with Diamonds 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18K Yellow gold necklace featuring three ovals of an Emerald, Sapphire and Ruby flanked with round brilliants in a bow motif.
Category
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Large Oval Sapphire and Diamond Eternity Platinum Necklace
By RAF Jewels
Located in New York, NY
A highly impressive, brilliant, and well-crafted sapphire and diamond eternity necklace with twenty-one oval mixed-cut blue sapp...
Category
1990s American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Garavelli 18 Karat White Gold Stylish Necklace with Blue Sapphires
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
Garavelli 18kt White Gold Stylish Necklace with Blue Sapphires
Garavelli long chain, featuring 9 round, full cut, blue sapphires for a total carat weight of 1.00ct.
In 18kt white g...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.55 Carats Total Brilliant Round Blue Sapphire & Diamond Convex Circle Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable circle pendant necklace with a convex design, showcasing a brilliant round diamond center stone, Surrounded by blue sapphires and diamonds in a unique and chic design. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pink Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose Gold 2.1 G.
4 pink sapphires 2.39 Cts.
41 round diamonds 0.42 Cts.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Clarissa Bronfman Signature 3-Tier Crystal SAPPHIRE GOLD Pendant on Diamond Cord
Located in New York, NY
Signature 3 tier crystal pendant. Has diamond and 14k gold clasp that opens and closes. Able to be removed. 14k gold and diamond symbols on pendant wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
Pear Shaped Blue Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
A gentle kiss of color, this deep blue sapphire necklace is the perfect gift. The 1.15 CT pear shaped Sapphire drops from a 0.05 CT round diamond all set in 18K white gold.
17" lon...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Necklace Gold White Diamonds Sapphires Aquamarine Mother of Pearl NanoMosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Necklace Gold White and Black Diamonds Sapphires Quartz Topaz MicroMosaic Insert
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold
Necklace White Gold White Diamonds Sapphires Tanzanite HandDecorated Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pink Sapphire Diamond Tanzanite Pendant 2.61 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold pendant featuring one pear shape tanzanite weighing 1.88 carats flanked with pink sapphires, 0.30 carats and round brilliance 0.43 carats. Comes with 14k white gold ch...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, White Gold
Amethyst, Pearl and Multi-Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
One-of-a-kind, Bohemian necklace features a variety of rich, regal purple color tone gemstones and vintage jewelry components set in 14k yellow gold...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Multi-gemstone, Pink Sapphire, Natural Pearl, Cultured...
18 Karat Gold Pink Sapphires White Diamonds Garavelli Ball Pendant with Chain
By Garavelli
Located in Valenza, IT
18 kt Rose Gold Pink Sapphires White Diamonds Garavelli Ball Pendant with Chain.
Chain Length cm 45 with a loop at cm 40
Ball diameter mm 12
18kt ROSE GOLD gr : 11.10
WHITE DIAMONDS ...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Diamond Floral Sapphire and Diamond Flexible Ring 4.76 Carats 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18k White gold ring featuring two pink and yellow floral motif sapphires weighing 2.68 carats on a flexible diamond wrapped band, 2.08 carats.
Color: G-H
Clarity: SI
Very comfortable...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Oval Sapphire Round Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This sapphire pendant is available in white gold. The center stone may be special-ordered in any precious gemstone color. The oval sapphire in this pendant has a total carat weigh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
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