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.
18k Yellow Gold & Halo Ring with ~10ct. GIA Certified Natural Center Diamond
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
--------------------------------------------- Primary Stone(s): - Stone Grading: - Origin: Natural - Color: White - Cut: Round Brilliant - Clarity: VS2 - Color Grade: J - GIA ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Betony Vernon 'Sleeping Ring' Small, Sterling Silver 925, Handmade in Italy
Located in Rome, IT
The "Sleeping Ring" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1998 and manufactured in lost wax elements. Part of the iconic "Tokens of Paradise Collection", it is a discreet and humorous sym...
Sterling Silver
Michael Kneebone Precious Topaz Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Austin, TX
Precious topaz is featured in this one of a kind cocktail ring. The topaz (origin: Brazil) is a delightful orange/gold color and is expertly faceted in a Portuguese cut configuratio...
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold
Emma Chapman One-of-a-Kind Pink Tourmaline Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
A lovely one-of-a-kind pink tourmaline cocktail ring. This ring features a central pink tourmaline, set in hand-engraved oxidized sterling silver, and flanked by two full cut diamo...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
22K Gold Aquamarin Diamond Cocktail Ring - Anniversary Bridal Jewelry
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
Aquamarine takes center stage in this 22K Solid Gold Ring, complemented by sparkling diamonds. Ideal for anniversaries or bridal wear, this exquisite cocktail ring offers timeless el...
Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold
IGI 18K 5.55 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Antique Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 18K 5.55 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Antique Engagement Ring* An IGI-certified natural vivid green emerald weighing 5.55 ct set on a 18K white gold double halos...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Handmade Moonstone Teardrop Ring in Sterling Silver by Emma Chapman
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
A stylish moonstone ring whic has been handmade in our workshops. The gemstones have been hand-cut into teardrop shapes and set in sterling silver. The top of the ring is gold micron...
Moonstone, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Cartier Maillon Panthère Triple Row Half-Paved Diamond 18K Gold Ring Band 53
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Maillon Panthère ring band The ring is 18K White Gold This is a triple row half-paved band There are 35 round brilliant-cut white diamonds totaling 0.53Ct E/F VVS The ring is...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI 18K 2.78 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Antique Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 18K 2.78 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Antique Engagement Ring* An IGI-certified natural vivid green emerald weighing 2.78 ct set on a 18K white gold luxury table des...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Blue Topaz Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold – Handcrafted Oval Gemstone
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
This handcrafted cocktail ring is made in solid 18 karat yellow gold and set with a natural oval cut blue topaz weighing approximately 2.98 carats. The gemstone measures 10 × 8.5 × 4...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Engagement Ring with ~.75ct Round Center Stone & Tapered Baguettes
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Stone Information - 1x - Round Diamond - VVS2/G - ~0.75ct 2x - Tapered Baguette Diamonds - VVS2/H - ~0.14ctw Ring Size - 4.75 Total Weight - 3.45g
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Soleste 1.24 Carat Cushion Vivid Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Double Halo Engagement Ring The ring is 950 Platinum & 750 18K Yellow Gold The center stone is 1.24 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow VVS1 There are 0.45 Carats ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Rose Ring Cocktail Ring Gold Plated Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rose Ring 14k Gold Plated Brass Victorian Style Designer: J Dauphin The Rose Ring by J Dauphin is a 14k gold plated brass ring featuring a sculpted rose motif inspired by antique bo...
14k Gold, Gold Plate
$31,750Sale Price|20% Off
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Band Large Diamond Pavée" Ring 18 Karat Gold in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Band Large Diamond Pavée" ring was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and manufactured in lost wax elements. The "O'Ring Band Large Diamond Pavée" ring is part of a timele...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Ceylon Moonstone Blue Sapphire Diamond Pavé Mosaic Ring
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
This one of a kind 18K Yellow gold ring, handmade in Belgium by jewelry designer Joke Quick, showcases a combination of Ceylon moonstones, blue Sapphires, unheated blue sapphires, a...
Diamond, Sapphire, Moonstone, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Santagostino 18k Gold Enamel and Diamond "Enchanted Garden" Statement Ring
Located in Marcianise, IT
A Masterpiece of Italian Botanical Artistry This extraordinary ring by the renowned Italian jeweler Santagostino is a vibrant, wearable sculpture. Meticulously handcrafted in 18-kara...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Cushion Cut Black & White Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cushion Cut Black & White Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K White Gold Stunning Cushion Cut Black and White Diamond Engagement Ring Description as follows: Cushion Cut Diamond = 1.86 ...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA 18K 1.01 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 1.01 Ct Kashmir Unheated Purple Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Kashmir unheated Purple Pink Sapphire weighing 1.01 ct set on the 18K yellow gold band with nat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Contemporary Estate Aquamarine Sapphire & Diamond Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving the design of this unique piece!! Ring Details Material: 14K White Gold Head Width: 12.5mm Head Height: 6mm Shank Width: Tapering to 3.7mm Weight: 7.0 Grams Finger Siz...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Fire Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring, 18K Gold Orange, Red, Green colour play
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
A Exceptional Mexican Fire Opal & Diamond Cluster Ring in 18ct Gold A striking contemporary ring showcasing a vivid drop-shaped Mexican fire opal, alive with electric flashes of gre...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 6.25 #24447
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Ring Size 6.25 This delicate ring features an oval opal cabochon (5.8 mm x 3.5 mm) with soft flashes of pastel color, accented by two round brillian...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nina Zhou One-of-a-Kind 10.95ctw Diamond Butterfly on Aquamarine Ring, US 6
By Nina Zhou
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A one-of-a-kind design that captures a moment of quiet transformation. A finely sculpted diamond butterfly rests delicately atop a luminous aquamarine, as if paused mid-flight—light,...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silvorra Delicate Emerald and Diamond Accent Ring in 925 Silver Gift for her
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring features a striking octagon cut emerald totaling 0.28 carats, set in 925 sterling silver and accented with subtle diamonds for a hint of sparkle. The emerald measur...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$11,250Sale Price|25% Off
14K White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Halo Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.73ct Blue Sapphire & 2.20cttw. White Diamond Ring 7US 8.87g. Primary Stone: Sapphire Primary Carat Weight: 5.73 Primary Stone Cut: Oval Primary Stone Color: Blue Secondary Ston...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Invisible Set Sapphire Diamond Ring Large Square Cocktail 18k White Gold Sz 8
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish contemporary sapphire & diamond square cocktail ring crafted in 18 karat white gold. The invisible setting is a complex technique of cutting gemstones to fit very clos...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Oval Signet Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18 karat green gold oval signet ring features a softly contoured 15 x 12mm face with clean, balanced proportions. Finished in Faye Kim’s signature matte Green Gold, the brus...
Gold, 18k Gold
GIA 18K 1.31 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Purple Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 1.31 Ct Kashmir Unheated Pink Purple Sapphire Engagement Ring* GIA-certified Kashmir unheated Pink Purple Sapphire weighing 1.31 ct set on the 18K yellow gold band with nat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Fei Liu 9.8ct Kunzite and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, .
This exquisite platinum ring showcases a luscious 9.80ct kunzite, its soft rose‑lavender glow elevated by warm gold prongs and framed by a halo of brilliant white diamonds that inten...
Diamond, White Diamond, Kunzite, Platinum
1.1ct Natural Zambian Emerald Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold by Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This clean, modern 18 karat yellow gold ring by Eytan Brandes features a vibrant bezel-set emerald. The step-cut emerald is from Zambia, treated only with oil (as most emeralds ar...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Braided Cocktail Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Diamond Braided Cocktail Ring in 14k Yellow Gold Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this diamond ring features an intricate braided design highlighted by 1.00 carat total weight of channel...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$287Sale Price / item|30% Off
German Kabirski Thunder 18K Gold Plated Silver Barrel Ring with Rough Gemstones
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Meet the Thunder Ring a bold barrel silhouette made in 925 sterling silver and plated with 18K gold, showcasing an exclusive "vitrail" composition of raw, unenhanced Gemstones: sapph...
Chrysoberyl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, St...
$287Sale Price / item|30% Off
German Kabirski Revele 18K Gold Plated Silver Ring with Rhodolite Garnet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Snaking up and around the lower surface is a band of beaten precious gold. It clasps a blood red garnet that glitters in all her crimson luxury. The surface of the ring below is free...
Garnet, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Paloma Picasso 18K Yellow Gold Olive Leaf Band Ring 6 #24870
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co Paloma Picasso 18K Yellow Gold Olive Leaf Band Ring This is an elegant 18k yellow gold band with beautifully sculpted olive leaves symbolizing peace and abundance, ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.28 Natural Pink Sapphire Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
GIA Certified 1.28 Natural Pink Sapphire Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring This beautiful ring has a Natural Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire that weighs 0.72 Carats and measures at appro...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
$2,660Sale Price|20% Off
Striking Fluorite & Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Striking Fluorite & Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this statement ring centers on a vivid 14 carat green fluorite framed by 1.25 carats total weight...
Diamond, Fluorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI 14K 4.52 Ct Natural Vivid Blue Sapphire&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 4.52 Ct Natural Vivid Blue Sapphire&Diamonds Engagement Ring* IGI-certified natural vivid blue Sapphire weighing 4.52 ct set on the 14K yellow gold band with natural F-G, ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Platinum Channel-set Half Circle Diamond Sapphire Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
A refined and elegant half-circle band from Tiffany & Co., channel-set with alternating round brilliant diamonds and vivid blue sapphires across the top half of the ring. Six sap...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Cartier 1895 Men's 18K Yellow Classic Wedding Band Ring 4mm Size 60 US9
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A classic wedding band from Cartier's 1895 collection. The 4mm rounded profile in 18k yellow gold sits comfortably on the finger with a high-polish mirror finish throughout. Simple, ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Michael Kneebone Amethyst Zircon Aquamarine Peridot Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in Austin, TX
An amalgamation of colored gemstones come together to form this bold cluster cocktail ring. A square cut amethyst (origin: Mexico) is complimented by a pear shaped peridot (origin:...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Peridot, Zircon, 14k Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Rhodolite Garnet Ring with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Rhodolite Garnet 6.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.04 carat approx. Ring size US 7, can be sized Limited edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namr...
Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
German Kabirski Gaiete Black Anthracite Plated 925 Silver Ring with Raw Ruby
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Gaiete ring breaks away from tradition with a bold, tactile approach. Crafted from 925 sterling silver and plated with Black Anthracite, an innovative finish developed by German ...
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Raoul Sosa 14K Yellow Gold and Gemstone Inlay Ring Size 7 #24812
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Raoul Sosa 14K Yellow Gold and Gemstone Inlay Ring Size 7 This stunning Raoul Sosa design is crafted in 14K yellow gold and features bold geometric inlays of iridescent opal, deep g...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Engraved Cushion Shape Natural Aquamarine Blue Sapphire Oval Cab Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique ring with a Big Natural Engraved Cushion Shape Aquamarine ,measuring 30 mm. x 23 mm x 8mm. and weighing 54 Carats with a nice Oval Blue Sapphire Cabochon measuring 6 mm x 8 mm...
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 18K 1.99 Ct Sri Lanka Unheated Color-Changed Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 1.99 Ct Sri Lanka Unheated Color-Changed Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring* GIA-certified natural unheated Sri Lanka Unheated Vibrant Color-Changed Pink Sapphire weighing 1.99 ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Steven Battelle 2.3 Carats Emerald Cabochon 22K Gold/Sterling Ring
Located in Soquel, CA
A vibrant 7 x9 mm oval cabochon emerald rests in an artisan crafted handmade high-karat gold horizontal cupped mount surrounded by sandlike "pasir" granulation in a wonderful setting...
Emerald, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver
Spinelli Kilcollin Multi Band 18K Yellow Rose Gold Diamond Ring w/Box #24769
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Spinelli Kilcollin Multi-Band 18K Yellow and Rose Gold Diamond Ring Size 8 w/Box- This stunning multi-band linked ring is crafted in 18K yellow and rose gold and features a signatur...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Emma Chapman Lapis Lazuli Diopside Silver Hand- Carved Flower Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
An exquisite limited edition lapis lazuli flower ring using the ancient art of stone-carving. The ring has a central lapis carved flower, which is embedded with a chrome diopside...
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
GIA 1.23 ct 14K White Gold Vivid Green Tsavorite Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 1.23 ct 14K White Gold Vivid Green Tsavorite Art Deco Engagement Ring* GIA-certified natural unheated vivid green Tsavorite as the center stone weighing 1.23 ct set on the 14K ...
Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
11.27 Carat Natural Morganite Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
11.27 Carat Natural Morganite Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Cocktail Ring This Morganite ring has a 10.43 Carat Oval-Cushion Cut Morganite and is surrounded by natural Round Cut Diamon...
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,872Sale Price|20% Off
Sculptural Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Sculptural Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this ring centers on a 0.55 carat oval diamond set flush into a smooth, substantial gold band. The design is c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Afghanistan 0.59 Ct 18K Rose Gold Vivid Purplish Red Ruby Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA Afghanistan 0.59 Ct 18K Rose Gold Vivid Purplish Red Ruby Engagement Ring* GIA-certified natural Afghanistan vivid purplish red Ruby as the center stone weighing 0.59 ct set on...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Ethereal Opal & Diamond Halo Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ethereal Opal & Diamond Halo Ring in 14k White Gold Crafted in 14k white gold, this ring centers on a 1.44 carat opal surrounded by a halo of near colorless diamonds totaling 0....
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
Steven Battelle 19.9 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Ring
Located in Soquel, CA
An incredible 12 x 16 mm oval rainbow moonstone cabochon flashes blue in all kinds of lighting as it is set horizontally within an artisan handcrafted 18K gold ring. The slightly "c...
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
$3,192Sale Price|20% Off
Classic Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Classic Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k White Gold Crafted in 14k white gold, this ring centers on a 1.35 carat diamond accented by 0.30 carat total weight of tapered baguette side s...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Michael Kneebone Satsuma Coral Chrysophrase Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Austin, TX
A dynamic color combination of peach and green are featured in this elegant cocktail ring. The peach color comes in the form of Satsuma coral (origin: Japan). The coral has been ca...
Chrysophrase, Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold
$18,750Sale Price|25% Off
Oscar Heyman 14.21ct Cat's-Eye Sapphire & Diamond Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
This Oscar Heyman ring is made from platinum and contains a rare 14.21ct Cat's-Eye Sapphire and 14 colorless round diamonds weighing 1.48cts. Cat's-eye sapphires display the phenomen...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
GIA Certified 2.44 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond White Gold Engagement Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful ring has a Natural Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire that weights 1.47 Carats. The Pink Sapphire has been certified by GIA, Certificate #: 2191204352 The ring is embellished ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Sterling and 14K Amethyst Ring Size 7
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous amethyst ring is 14K yellow gold and sterling silver. It is the creation of the designer Clyde Duneier. This ring features a 7x7 princess cut amethyst. The face of th...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
3.36 Carat Natural Yellow Sapphire White Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Band Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.36 Carat Natural Yellow Sapphire White Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Band Ring This Yellow Sapphire and White Diamond Band is stunning and versatile! Can be worn as a wedding or en...
White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9.60 carat Rubellite and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
A bold dish–style rubellite and diamond cocktail ring. This statement piece centers a luminous round rubellite set in a sleek platinum bowl encircled with brilliant diamonds. The ric...
Diamond, Rubelite, Platinum