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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Style: Modern
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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
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
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
7.48 Carat Diamond Extra Long Functional Zipper Necklace 18 Karat In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold 7.48ctw Diamond Extra Long Functional Zipper Necklace
Product: Functional Diamond Zipper Necklace
Material: 18 Karat White Gold
Diamond ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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
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
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
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 over you, To keep you in al...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 over you, To keep you in al...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Company Frank Gehry Sterling Silver Hanging Fish Pendant Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The Sterling Silver Tiffany & Company Hanging Fish Necklace, designed by Frank Gehry, is a striking and innovative piece of jewelry that showcases Gehry's unique artistic vision and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 over you, To keep you in al...
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
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
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
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
Diamond LOVE Pendant 70s Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Charm Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage diamond LOVE pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1970s).
Diamonds total an estimated 0.25 carats (estimated at H-I color and SI1-I1 clarity).
Smaller in scal...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k 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
Christian Dior Diamond Necklace
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Christian Dior
Description: Christian Dior Diamond Necklace
Metal Type: 750WG/White Gold
Weight 24.30
Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearing
Box - Not Included
Papers...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces
Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twists Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
This second- hand gold necklace is formed of a twist of gold wire in fall, the clasp is a spring ring.
Length : 44,7 cm approxi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Monet Lattice Collar Necklace Circa 1980s
By Monet
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Monet Lattice Collar Necklace Circa 1980s. This gold necklace looks great with anything. Has a great look on a t-shirt or a white blouse or dressed up. Monet made the jewelry...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
White Gold Cultured Pearl & Natural Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
White Gold Cultured Pearl & Natural Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Metal: 14k & 18k white gold
Chain: 18k, 18 inches
Pearl: 9mm cultured pearl
Diamonds: Approx. 0.65 CTW G VS round na...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold
Annie's Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Necklace Information
Diamond Type : Natural Diamond
Metal : 14k
Metal Color : Yellow Gold
Diamond Shape : Round Diamond
Diamond Carat Weight : 0.025ttcw
Diamond Color-Clarity : G-SI
...
Category
2010s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Company 18 Karat Yellow Textured Gold Vintage Collar Necklace Germany
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A vintage Tiffany & Co. 18 karat yellow gold textured collar necklace made in Germany is a luxurious and timeless piece of jewelry, blending Tiffany's renowned craftsmanship with Ger...
Category
Late 20th Century German Modern Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Aitana's Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Necklace Information
Diamond Type : Natural Diamond
Metal : 14k
Metal Color : White Gold
Diamond Carat Weight : 0.75ttcw
Diamond Color-Clarity : G-SI
Diameter : 10x35mm
JEWELRY CAR...
Category
2010s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
Evie's Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Necklace Information
Diamond Type : Natural Diamond
Metal : 14k
Metal Color : White Gold
Diamond Carat Weight : 0.45ttcw
Diamond Color-Clarity : G-SI
Diameter : 6.5x19.5mm
JEWELRY ...
Category
2010s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
41.54 Carat Pear & Round Diamond Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
Handcrafted with precision and passion by skilled artisans, this necklace is a true testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of fine jewelry making. Every facet is polished to per...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
18k yellow gold necklace - length 40 cm
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace - length 40 cm
detailed description:
the chain is 40 cm long and 1.9 mm wide
weight 4.3 grams
the necklace is in good condition
hallmark present, guaran...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat White Gold Linear 0.30 Carat Diamond 16.63 Inch Necklace Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our stunning 18 Karat White Gold Linear Diamond Necklace Pendant, a true embodiment of elegance and sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this exqu...
Category
2010s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 1969 Black Jade Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Presenting the epitome of timeless elegance: the Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 1969 Black Jade Necklace. Crafted to perfection, this exquisite piece exudes sophistication and luxury with i...
Category
1980s French Vintage Modern Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Black Jade, Yellow Gold
Diana M. 2.75cts Diamond Fashion Necklacein 14kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
14kt yellow gold diamonds by the yard necklace features 2.75 cts tw of white round diamonds, 9 stones 18" adjutable to 16"
Category
2010s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2 Carat Round Cut Diamond Teardrop Pendant / Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Rome, IT
Yellow Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Cross Pendant / Necklace
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Margot's Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Necklace Information
Diamond Type : Natural Diamond
Metal : 14K
Metal Color : Yellow Gold
Metal Weight : 1.88g
Diamond Carat Weight : 0.38ttcw
Lead Time : 4-8 Weeks (If out of Stock)...
Category
2010s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spinning Roulette Wheel Charm Vintage 14k Gold Pendant Casino Gambling Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage gemstone set roulette wheel charm crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s)
Two 1mm rubies and two 1mm blue sapphires are set into the charm. One 3m...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Ye...
SANTOS-DUMONT CARTIER White Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The "SANTOS-DUMONT CARTIER White Gold Necklace" is a luxurious and exquisite piece of jewelry created by the renowned French jewelry and wa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Pink Tourmaline Pendant w Natural Diamonds in Solid 14k Dual Tone Gold Round 5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful pendant features a 0.79ct round pink tourmaline with natural earth-mined diamonds in solid 14k dual tone gold. A fresh and unique design to add to your collection and ...
Category
2010s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
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