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.
14k Yellow Gold Bezel-Set Ring with Pear Shaped Lab-Grown Diamond - Size 6.5
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Lab-Grown Pear Shaped Diamond Measuring VS1/H 6.09cts. Ring Size - 6.5 Total Weight - 13.31g IGI Report: LG544279018
Diamond, Gold, 14k 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
Emma Chapman Pink Tourmaline Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Silver 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
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
Handmade 18k Gold Gray Moonstone Ruby Cocktail Ring by Emma Chapman
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
This exceptional handmade gray moonstone ring is one-of-a-kind. It features a central shimmering 9.35k gray moonstone set in 18k yellow gold which is surrounded by rubies. The shank ...
Moonstone, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
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
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...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$328Sale Price / item|20% 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...
$328Sale Price / item|20% 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. 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
Emma Chapman Moonstone Silver Gold Plated Statement Ring
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
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
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
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
$440Sale Price|20% Off
Coin Ring Snake Silver Vintage J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Old Flame Sterling Silver Coin Ring Relief Carved Relief One of a Kind Designer: J Dauphin The Old Flame Ring is a definitive one-of-a-kind statement piece handcrafted in 2007 from ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
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
$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
$31,846Sale 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
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
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
$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
Fei Liu 9.8ct Kunzite and Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
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
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
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
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
$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
Estate Ruby and Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Pretty estate ruby and diamond ring in a platinum setting. The diamonds are a mix of baguettes and round brilliant. In very good condition. Size: 6.25 If you would like this resize...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
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
$568Sale Price / item|20% Off
German Kabirski Erya 18K Gold Plated Silver Ring with Oval Cut Blue Topaz
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
925 sterling silver, plated with 18K gold - 2 microns thick for strength and allergy-free wear. A sleek band holds a natural oval blue topaz, bold and authentic. From German Kabirski...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
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...
Morganite, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
$608Sale Price / item|20% Off
German Kabirski Kaio Silver Textured Ring with Round Cut Blue Topaz
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Textured 925 sterling silver ring featuring a natural round-cut blue topaz, part of the Primal Blue collection by visionary designer German Kabirski. Crafted with genuine gemstones a...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Tanzanite Band Ring Size 6.75 #24774
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Tanzanite Ring Size 6.75 This lovely ring features four genuine blue sapphires (2 mm) set in a meticulously detailed 14K yellow gold band. Ring Width: 5 mm ...
Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Three-row Pavé Diamond Ring (~7.75cttw) - Size 8
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Stone Information - Primary Stone(s): Diamond - Origin: Natural - Clarity: VS2 - Color Grade: G - Cut: Round - Color: White - # of Stones: 81 - Carat Weight (ea): ~0.1ct/ea - Total ...
Diamond, Platinum
David Yurman Sterling Silver/14K/Gemstone Renaissance Ring Size 6.25-6.5 #24797
By David Yurman
Located in Washington Depot, CT
David Yurman Sterling Silver and 14K Yellow Gold and Gemstone Renaissance Ring Size 6.25-6.5- This elegant ring by David Yurman features the instantly recognizable sterling silver c...
Amethyst, Chalcedony, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
14 karat gold, 2 carat pinkish-purple Tourmaline, .95 carat diamond halo ring
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Oval brilliant cut Tourmaline is surrounded by a halo of diamonds. The gallery supporting the solitaire are made of twisted ropes; highlighting the magnificent natural diamond melee ...
Tourmaline, Diamond, 14k Gold, White 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
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
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
$3,599Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald Ring Diamond Halo Setting 3.2 Carats 18K White Gold
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
Comes with Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural in Origin Emerald = 2.46 Carats Diamond = 0.74 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 6.5 US Custom sizing a...
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Fancy-Cut 3.96 carat Morganite & Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
This striking ring showcases a 3.96-carat fancy German-cut Morganite, precision-cut by award-winning jewelry designer Alexander Kreis. The gem’s distinctive marquise-inspired shape r...
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$200Sale Price / item|20% Off
German Kabirski Tenebris Anthracite Plated Silver Ring with Chrome Diopside
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Tenebris ring feels like something that grew rather than was made. Crafted from 925 sterling silver and plated in anthracite, it’s got that deep, matte black finish that German K...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Engraved Octagon Shape Rock Crystal Faceted Oval Ruby 14 Kt Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique ring with a Big Natural Engraved Rock Crystal Quartz Cab ,measuring 28 mm. x 22 mm x 8mm. and weighing 53 Carats with a nice Oval Faceted Ruby measuring 8 mm x 10 mm set in 14...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 14k 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
$640Sale Price|20% Off
Princess Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Princess Diamond Engagement Ring in 14k White Gold Crafted in 14k white gold, this engagement ring centers on a 0.33 carat princess cut diamond, accented by an additional 0.38 carat...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White 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 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 ...
Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
Guild 18K 3.15 Ct Zambia Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*Guild 18K 3.15 Ct Zambia Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring* Guild-certified Zambia natural vivid green emerald weighing 3.15 ct set on the 18K white gold band with n...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
Guild 18K 2.99 Ct Zambia Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*Guild 18K 2.99 Ct Zambia Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring* Guild-certified Zambia natural vivid green emerald weighing 2.99 ct set on the 18K white gold band with n...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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
Vintage 1980s 10K Yellow Gold Peridot Ring Size 7
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful 1980s ring is 10k yellow gold. It features an oval cut, 8x10mm peridot gemstone. The face of this ring measures 1/2 of an inch north to south with a rise of 7mm off th...
Peridot, Yellow Gold
24.30 Carat Natural Citrine Diamond Cocktail Ring Handcrafted 14K Gold
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
Natural Citrine Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14K Gold featuring a large 24.30 Carat Oval Checkerboard Cut Citrine with VVS diamond accents. This handcrafted statement ring showcases a vi...
Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold
$699Sale Price|30% Off
Green Amethyst Cocktail Ring With Peridots 12 Carats
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Green Amethyst = 10.50 Carats 2 Peridots = 1.50 Carats Metal: Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size...
Amethyst, Peridot, Silver, Sterling Silver
$4,950Sale Price|25% Off
1.05 Carat Illusion Setting Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing our captivating Illusion Square Cut Diamond Ring, a true testament to modern elegance and sophistication. This exquisite ring features a stunning center arrangement of 1....
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
3.11 Carat Natural Pink Tourmaline Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.11 Carat Natural Pink Tourmaline Diamond 14 Karat Rose Gold Engagement Ring This ring has a natural Oval Cut Hot Pink Tourmaline that weighs 2.77 Carats. Floating around the tourm...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose 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
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
Guild 18K 1.15 Ct Zambia Vibrant Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*Guild 18K 1.15 Ct Zambia Vibrant Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring* Guild-certified Zambia natural vibrant vivid green emerald weighing 1.15 ct set on the 18K white ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
IGI 14K 3.53 Ct Natural Colombia Color Emerald&Diamonds Antique Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 3.53 Ct Natural Emerald&Diamonds Antique Engagement Ring* An IGI-certified natural intense bluish-green emerald weighing 3.53 ct set on a 14K white gold luxury table de...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$312Sale Price|35% Off
German Kabirski Caritas Round Cut Garnet Gold Plated Silver Ring
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Formed in a shape that is fluid and untamed this ring is plated in 18 carat gold. It offers brilliant and a gilded magic that is affecting and opulent. On the crest of its curves sit...
Garnet, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
Ornate Coral Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ornate Coral Ring in 14k Yellow Gold Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this vintage ring features nine coral cabochons arranged in an intricate openwork design. The warm orange-red coral ...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold