Modern Necklaces
MODERN STYLE
Rooted in centuries of history of adornment dating back to the ancient world, modern jewelry reimagines traditional techniques, forms and materials for expressive new pieces. As opposed to contemporary jewelry, which responds to the moment in which it was created, modern jewelry often describes designs from the 20th to 21st centuries that reflect movements and trends in visual culture.
Modern jewelry emerged from the 19th-century shift away from jewelry indicating rank or social status. The Industrial Revolution allowed machine-made jewelry using electric gold plating, metal alloys and imitation stones, making beautiful jewelry widely accessible. Although mass production deemphasized the materials of the jewelry, the vision of the designer remained important, something that would be furthered in the 1960s with what’s known as the “critique of preciousness.”
A design fair called the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” brought global attention to the Art Deco style in 1925 and gathered a mix of jewelry artists alongside master jewelers like Van Cleef & Arpels, Mauboussin and Boucheron. Art Deco designs from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels unconventionally mixed gemstones like placing rock crystals next to diamonds while borrowing motifs from eclectic sources including Asian lacquer and Persian carpets. Among Cartier’s foremost design preoccupations at the time were high-contrast color combinations and crisp, geometric forms and patterns. In the early 20th century, modernist jewelers like Margaret De Patta and artists such as Alexander Calder — who is better known for his kinetic sculptures than his provocative jewelry — explored sculptural metalwork in which geometric shapes and lines were preferred over elaborate ornamentation.
Many of the innovations in modern jewelry were propelled by women designers such as Wendy Ramshaw, who used paper to craft her accessories in the 1960s. During the 1970s, Elsa Peretti created day-to-night pieces for Tiffany & Co. while designers like Lea Stein experimented with layering plastic, a material that had been employed in jewelry since the mid-19th century and had expanded into Bakelite, acrylics and other unique materials.
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Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Style: Modern
Series of Eleven Diamond Clasp 14k Gold Figaro Chain Necklace
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
Inspired by lineage jewelry, Series of Eleven celebrates connection through our signature double-sided diamond clasp that shines alongside a variety of eleven solid 14k gold chains.
Embodying everything that truly matters today; sustainability, quality, values, meaning, and most importantly...connection. The connection with someone special, the connection with your inner-self, or the connection with someone you'll meet years to come.
Solid 14k gold figaro chain...
Category
2010s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Series of Eleven Diamond Clasp 14k Gold Box Chain Necklace
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
Inspired by lineage jewelry, Series of Eleven celebrates connection through our signature double-sided diamond clasp that shines alongside a variety o...
Category
2010s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Series of Eleven Diamond Clasp 14k Gold Textured Paperclip Chain Necklace
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
Inspired by lineage jewelry, Series of Eleven celebrates connection through our signature double-sided diamond clasp that shines alongside a variety of eleven solid 14k gold chains.
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Category
2010s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Natural Round Cut Diamond Cross Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
A precious interpretation of a classic motif, this exquisite Diamond Cross Pendant is handcrafted from 18 karat gold and glistens with diamonds.
This pendant is a 0.28 total carats o...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Series of Eleven Diamond Clasp 14k Gold Overlapping Chain Necklace
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
Inspired by lineage jewelry, Series of Eleven celebrates connection through our signature double-sided diamond clasp that shines alongside a variety o...
Category
2010s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Certified Multi Sapphire Station Chain Necklace for Women in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Certified Multi Sapphire Station Chain Necklace for Women in 18K Gold studded with oval cut multi sapphire. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Tiffany
Description: Tiffany Small Cross Necklace
Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold
Weight 3.8g
Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearing
Box - Not Included
Papers - Not In...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Series of Eleven Diamond Clasp 14k Gold Cable Chain Necklace
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
Inspired by lineage jewelry, Series of Eleven celebrates connection through our signature double-sided diamond clasp that shines alongside a variety o...
Category
2010s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
1.57 Carat Natural Round Cut Diamond Cross Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
A precious interpretation of a classic motif, our cross pendant in 18K yellow gold is available in a variety of different carat weights, seen here with 0.14 carat diamonds. Deftly su...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angel Wings Pendant, 18K Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Angel Wings Pendant (3863)
Beautifully crafted angel wing pendant with fine details an aide memoire of psalm 91:11
‘’For He shall give His angels charge ove...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.61 Carat Round Cut Diamond Cross Pendant in 18K Rose Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
A precious interpretation of a classic motif, our cross pendant in 18K rose gold is available in a variety of different carat weights, seen here with 0.23 carat diamonds. Deftly susp...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18k Rose Gold Link Necklace Diamond Cut Japanese Estate Designer
Located in Overland Park, KS
18k Designer Rose Gold Diamond Cut Necklace
Listed is a really well made 18k rose gold chain, it is a Japanese designer brand stamped K18 with the flag stamped on the other side of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
David Yurman Crossover Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver with Diamonds, 26mm
By David Yurman
Located in Overland Park, KS
DY Crossover Pendant Diamond Necklace
Listed is the largest of all sterling David Yurman crossover pendant necklaces. This is a stunning piece that is in excellent condition. This ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Vintage Statement Gold Links and Pave Brilliant Cut Diamonds Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Diamond Gold Lock Open Polished Links Necklace. Featuring Hand set Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Section, Diamonds weighing approx. 0.21tcw. Hand crafted in ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.02 Carat Emerald Cut Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace showcasing a 2.02 carat emerald cut blue sapphire. The center stone is surrounded by a row of brilliant-cut round and baguette diamonds weighing 1.41 c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Diamond Illusion Set Johnny Dang Designer Gold Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Divine! A Stunning Oscar Worthy Illusion Set Diamond Vintage Gold Statement Diamond Necklace. Securely Hand set with Diamonds, weighing approx. 9.73tcw. Hand crafted in 10K re...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mother Of Pearl Gemstone Alphabet Initial S Charm Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in IN
Crafted with exquisite detail and unparalleled elegance, this Mother of Pearl Gemstone Alphabet Initial S Charm Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold embodies sophistication and personaliz...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Esther Link Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
The Esther Link necklace is beautifully designed piece crafted to perfection and exudes feminine allure. Style with the Esther Link bracelet to complete the look.
Dimensions: Link (...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Linear Link Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details:
The Linear link necklace is modern with clean lines, style with other necklaces to create the ultimate stack. Officially Hallmarked at the Assay Office, UK.
Dimen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Hannah Necklace, 18K Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details:
The Hannah Necklace is a beautiful piece, that is classic in design yet chic, indicative of favour and grace. Can be worn on its own for that bold look or styled wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hannah Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details:
The Hannah Necklace is a beautiful piece, that is classic in design yet chic, indicative of favour and grace. Can be worn on its own for that bold look or styled wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Flat Curb Chain, Sterling Silver
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details:
Flat Curb Chain is elegantly designed for that matchless style. The necklace features a unique design that combines the classic curb chain style with a flat profil...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pomegranate Fine Necklace, 18K Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
The Pomegranate Fine Necklace is delicately designed and exudes modern classic vibes. Pomegranates are symbolic for purity, knowledge and wisdom.
Exodus 28: 33 “And on the skirts th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angel Wings Pendant, 18K Rose Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Angel Wings Pendant (3863)
Beautifully crafted angel wing pendant with fine details an aide memoire of psalm 91:11
‘’For He shall give His angels charge ove...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Pomegranate Fine Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
The Pomegranate Fine Necklace is delicately designed and exudes modern classic vibes. Pomegranates are symbolic for purity, knowledge and wisdom.
Exodus 28: 33 “And on the skirts th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pomegranate Fine Necklace, 18K Rose Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
The Pomegranate Fine Necklace is delicately designed and exudes modern classic vibes. Pomegranates are symbolic for purity, knowledge and wisdom.
Exodus 28: 33 “And on the skirts th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Loop Chain Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details:
Loop Chain Necklace is hand crafted to perfection with precious metallic circular loops joined together to create a beautiful statement piece. Officially Hallmarked...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Linear Link Necklace, 18K Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details:
The Linear link necklace is modern with clean lines, style with other necklaces to create the ultimate stack. Officially Hallmarked at the Assay Office, UK. This it...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Akoya Cultured Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Daisy Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat white gold.
This charming pendant features a central Akoya cultured pearl with a golden and pearly orient, surrounded by millegrain-set modern brilliant-cut diamo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Leaf Pendant, 18K Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Leaf pendant is a beautiful piece designed to reflect the elements of nature, its complexities and fragility.
Dimension:
Length – 3cm
Width – 1.5mm
Officially Hallmarked at the As...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Linear Link Necklace, 18K Rose Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details:
The Linear link necklace is modern with clean lines, style with other necklaces to create the ultimate stack. Officially Hallmarked at the Assay Office, UK.
Dimen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Hannah Necklace, 18K Rose Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details:
The Hannah Necklace is a beautiful piece, that is classic in design yet chic, indicative of favour and grace. Can be worn on its own for that bold look or styled wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Linear Link Necklace, 18K White Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details:
The Linear link necklace is modern with clean lines, style with other necklaces to create the ultimate stack. Officially Hallmarked at the Assay Office, UK.
Dimen...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Hannah Necklace, 18K White Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details:
The Hannah Necklace is a beautiful piece, that is classic in design yet chic, indicative of favour and grace. Can be worn on its own for that bold look or styled wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Esther Link Necklace, 18k Rose Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
The Esther Link necklace is beautifully designed piece crafted to perfection and exudes feminine allure. Style with the Esther Link bracelet to complete the look.
Dimensions: Link (...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Empire Necklace, 18K White Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details:
The Empire Necklace is an unparalleled piece, that is classic in design with intricate details handcrafted to perfection for that distinctive look. Can be worn on i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Menorah Pendant, Sterling Silver
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
The light of the Menorah Pendant symbolizes an eternal flame with many interpreting the branches as the seven days of creation. The Menorah pendant is Made from solid Gold.
Also ava...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Loop Chain Necklace, 18k Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details:
Loop Chain Necklace is hand crafted to perfection with precious metallic circular loops joined together to create a beautiful statement piece. Officially Hallmarked...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Necklace and pendant set with emerald 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with emerald 0.85 ct - 45cm long
Detailed description
the length of the necklace is 45 cm long by 0.7 mm wide
the pendant is 1.5 cm high...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angel Wings Pendant, Sterling Silver
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Angel Wings Pendant (3863)
Beautifully crafted angel wing pendant with fine details an aide memoire of psalm 91:11
‘’For He shall give His angels charge ove...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Esther Link Necklace, 18k White Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
The Esther Link necklace is beautifully designed piece crafted to perfection and exudes feminine allure. Style with the Esther Link bracelet to complete the look.
Dimensions: Link (...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Pomegranate Fine Necklace, 18K White Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
The Pomegranate Fine Necklace is delicately designed and exudes modern classic vibes. Pomegranates are symbolic for purity, knowledge and wisdom.
Exodus 28: 33 “And on the skirts th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Loop Chain Necklace, 18k Rose Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details:
Loop Chain Necklace is hand crafted to perfection with precious metallic circular loops joined together to create a beautiful statement piece. Officially Hallmarked...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Leaf Pendant, 18K Rose Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Leaf pendant is a beautiful piece designed to reflect the elements of nature, its complexities and fragility.
Dimension:
Length – 3cm
Width – 1.5mm
Officially Hallmarked at the As...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Menorah Pendant, 18K White Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
The light of the Menorah Pendant symbolizes an eternal flame with many interpreting the branches as the seven days of creation. The Menorah pendant is Made from solid Gold.
Also ava...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Esther Link Necklace, 18k Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
The Esther Link necklace is beautifully designed piece crafted to perfection and exudes feminine allure. Style with the Esther Link bracelet to complete the look.
Dimensions: Link (...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Menorah Pendant, 18K Rose Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
The light of the Menorah Pendant symbolizes an eternal flame with many interpreting the branches as the seven days of creation. The Menorah pendant is Made from solid Gold.
Also ava...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Leaf Pendant, Sterling Silver
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Leaf pendant is a beautiful piece designed to reflect the elements of nature, its complexities and fragility.
Dimension:
Length – 3cm
Width – 1.5mm
Officially Hallmarked at the As...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Menorah Pendant, 18K Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
The light of the Menorah Pendant symbolizes an eternal flame with many interpreting the branches as the seven days of creation. The Menorah pendant is Made from solid Gold.
Also ava...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Akoya Cultured Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clutster Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold.
This elegant pearl pendant is set with modern brilliant-cut diamonds in alternating claw and millegrain settings. A round Akoya cultured pearl with a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angel Wings Pendant, 18K White Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Angel Wings Pendant (3863)
Beautifully crafted angel wing pendant with fine details an aide memoire of psalm 91:11
‘’For He shall give His angels charge ove...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Leaf Pendant, 18K White Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Leaf pendant is a beautiful piece designed to reflect the elements of nature, its complexities and fragility.
Dimension:
Length – 3cm
Width – 1.5mm
Officially Hallmarked at the As...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Company Carnelian Hematite Quartz Gemstone 18KWG Lariat Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The 18 karat white gold Tiffany & Company gemstone Lariat Necklace is a luxurious and sophisticated piece of jewelry that combines rich gemstones with elegant design.
Crafted from gl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Hematite, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold
Heart Shape Emerald & Diamond Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
Located in IN
Immerse yourself in the romantic elegance of this handmade heart-shaped emerald and diamond necklace, a stunning piece of fine jewelry crafted in 14 karat white gold. At the center o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold
Modern Diamond Cabochon Onyx 18 Karat Yellow Gold Amulette Pendant Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Modern Diamond Onyx 18K Yellow Gold Amulette Pendant Necklace is a contemporary and stylish piece of jewelry that combines luxury with symbolism. The pendant features a modern in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Estate Designer Tahitian Pearl Diamond Steel Cable Necklace
Located in Overland Park, KS
18k Designer Tahitian Pearl Diamond Steel Cable Necklace
Listed is a very chic modern 18k/steel cable necklace featuring an 18k pendant slide that shapes the side of this beautiful ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces
Materials
Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Classic Diamond White 14k Gold Pendant for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
White Gold 14K Cross
Diamond 12-RND-0,39-G/VS1A
Weight 1,06 grams
It is our honor to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that reason that we choose to only work with high-quality, ...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
SI Clarity HI Color Pear Diamond Charm Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in IN
Indulge in the elegance of timeless sophistication with our SI clarity, HI color pear diamond charm necklace, crafted meticulously in 18 karat white gold. This exquisite piece of fin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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