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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Set in 18K Gold, Emerald Sugarloaf, Mozambique Ruby & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald & Ruby Three Stone Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 6.57 carats. The Emeral...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
GIA Certified Natural Emerald &Old Cut Diamond Three Stone Cluster Platinum Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Natural Colombian Emerald and diamond three stone Ring This Colombian emerald has a beautiful combination of color and tone. The emerald is 70% primary green color with a medium inte...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Mahenge Spinel 8.99ct Pinkish Red Pear Cut Trillion Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Monaco, MC
Mahenge spinel and diamond three-stone ring in platinum, centering an 8.99-carat natural pinkish-red spinel of Tanzanian origin, certified by the American Gemological Laboratories (A...
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
14k Gold Ring with Opal, Diamonds and Peridots
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with natural opal, diamonds and peridots. October birthstone ring. 14k solid gold Weight: 2.5 g. depends from size Central stone: Natural opal Cut: Oval caboc...
Diamond, Opal, Peridot, 14k Gold
Zambian Emerald and Diamond Bezel Set Three-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow Gold 1 CTW
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant three-stone ring features 1 oval cut natural zambian emerald totaling 1 carat, set in rich 18k yellow gold. the emerald measuring approximately 7 x 5 mm and beautifully ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bird on Branch 14k gold Ring with Sapphires
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold bird on branch ring with natural sapphires. September birthstone ring. Blue sapphires ring. 14k solid gold Weight: 1.8 g. Depends fro...
Sapphire, 14k Gold
5.84 Carat No-Heat Ceylon Sapphire Three-Stone Ring in Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover a rare and investment-worthy three-stone ring featuring a 5.84 carat no-heat Ceylon (Sri Lanka) sapphire, prized for its natural, untreated origin and vivid royal blue color...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Zambian Emerald and Diamond Bezel Set Three-Stone Ring in 14k Yellow Gold 1 CTW
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant three-stone ring features 1 oval cut natural zambian emerald totaling 1 carat, set in rich 14k yellow gold. the emerald measuring approximately 7 x 5 mm and beautifully ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.67 Ct Blue Sapphire & Diamond Three-Stone Ring in 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Three-Stone Ring features 3 oval cut blue sapphires totaling 1.67 carats, set in rich 18K white gold. Each sapphire measuring approximately 4X6 mm. Between the sapphires...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.74 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Three Stone Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring made in Platinum featuring a 1.74 Carat Natural Ruby and 0.40 Carat Diamonds. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" in Sanskrit meaning the King of Gems. Early cultur...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Three Stone ring with 2.77ct Heart Shape Pink Tourmaline
Located in New York, NY
Three Stone ring with 2.77ct Heart Shape Pink Tourmaline In 14K Rose Gold and Platinum Center Stone: 2.77ct Pink Tourmaline Heart Shape Sides: 0.39ct Tapered Baguette F color VS2 cl...
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
6.04 Carat Apple Green Tourmaline Oval Three Stone Ring 18K Yellow Gold Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An extraordinary 6.04 carat Apple Green Tourmaline commands the center of this refined three stone ring, handcrafted in luminous 18K yellow gold by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. The...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...
2.14 Carat Natural Vivid Green Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 2.14 Carat Natural Emerald and 0.65 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. People have admired emerald’s green for thousands of years. Emeralds have a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Classic Three Stone Pink Sapphire & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Ring contains 1 center oval brilliant pink sapphire 1.74ct and two matching oval brilliant diamonds 0.85tcw. Diamonds are G in color and VS2 in clarity, excellent cut. All stones are...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Round Emerald Ring in 14k Gold, Genuine Emerald Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Round emerald ring in 14k gold. Genuine emerald ring. May birthstone emerald ring. Vintage emerald ring. Metal: 14 karat gold. Weight: 2 gr (dep...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 1.21 Carat Burma No Heat Red Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new ruby and diamond ring from Rewa. The ring ships from the US, so there are no import duties or tariffs for US buyers. The center stone is a 1.21 carat ruby. The stone has...
Ruby, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GIA-Certified Heated Thai Ruby and Diamond Three-Stone Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite three-stone ring features a stunning vibrant red Thai ruby at its center, meticulously heated to enhance its rich "Siamese" red hue and exceptional clarity. The centra...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990's 3.36 CTW No-Oil Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Platinum Three Stone Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an emerald cut emerald weighing 1.30 carats - transparent deep green Natural Zambian in origin with no indications of oil or clarity enhancement Prong set in gold basket an...
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Dainty Vintage 10K Pink Topaz Ring Size 7
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful, dainty ring is 10K white gold. It features an estimated .80 carats in oval cut pink topaz and a tiny diamond accent on each side. The face of this ring measures 1/4 ...
Topaz, 10k Gold
3.01 Carat Unheated Ceylon Green Sapphire Emerald Cut Three Stone Platinum Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
3.01 carat unheated Ceylon green sapphire emerald cut three stone platinum diamond ring by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills, accompanied by a GIA gem report. Clean step cut geometry and...
Green Sapphire, Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamon...
Vintage Style 3.32Ct Turquoise & Diamonds Three Stone Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring features a 3.32-carat oval cabochon turquoise accented with 0.18 carat round brilliant-cut diamonds. The gemstones are securely set in a 14K yellow gold prong setti...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ring with sapphite and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.80ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with a 1.00 ct sapphire and a 0.80 ct brilliant-cut diamond. G - VS - ring size US 6 - EU 16.5 (52) Detailed description: The top of the ring is 0.7 cm wide...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Asscher-Cut 5.50 Carat Emerald & Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This Asscher-cut 5.50 carat emerald and diamond three-stone ring features a vivid green emerald flanked by Kite-shaped diamonds in a sleek platinum setting, radiating timeless sophis...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Ring with sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.60ct 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with a sapphire and brilliant-cut diamond up to 0.60 ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 7 - EU 17.25 (54) Detailed description: The top of the ring is oval, 6....
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
No-Oil Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring, SSEF Gübelin AGL Certified
Located in New York, NY
A stunning celebration of rarity and craftsmanship, this exceptional ring features a vivid 12.96-carat Colombian emerald, certified no oil by SSEF, Gübelin, and AGL — an extraordinar...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 14K 1 Carat Diamond Sapphire Ring Size 6
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful vintage ring is 14k white gold. It features a single oval cut sapphire estimated to be .30 carats and 2 round 5mm natural diamonds estimated to be .50 carats each. Th...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vivid 3.97 CT Muzo Colombian Green Emerald No Oil Certified
Located in West Hollywood, CA
B8099001 Ring May be made to order from scratch to accommodate your exact finger size or a different stone if the budget requires it, takes approximately 3-6 weeks Setting with ...
Emerald
Ring with ruby and marquise shaped diamond up to 0.38ct 18k gold 3.3 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k rose gold ring set with a ruby up to 1.24 ct and a marquise-cut diamond up to 0.38 ct – F/G – VS/SI – ring size US 7.25 – EU 17.5(55) Detailed description: The top of the rin...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Zambian Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring in 18k Yellow and White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Radiating timeless elegance, this striking ring is crafted in a sophisticated blend of 18k yellow and white gold. At its center sits a mesmerizing 3.17 carat emerald-cut emerald, cel...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Diamond and 18 Carat Yellow Gold Three-Stone Gents Ring
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous vintage gents ring exemplifies classic masculine elegance with a bold yet refined aesthetic. Crafted in warm 18 carat yellow gold, the ring features a smooth, gently ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sapphire 9 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This ring holds three cornflower colour sapphires which total 1.05ct. Modelled in 9carat gold. Ring Size: P 1/2 or 8 Width: 8mm Weight: 5.7g
Sapphire, Gold
Vintage Harry Winston GIA Certified 2.60ct Diamond Ring
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Harry Winston Classic Winston emerald-cut diamond three-stone ring set in platinum. From Harry Winston's current collection, the ring is predominantly composed o...
Diamond, Platinum
Double Diamond Bezel Statement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
0.80 carat total weight natural round cut diamond double bezel set ring in 18K yellow gold. Production Time: 7-10 days. Item rendered in ring size 6.5, adjustable upon request. Thi...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 10.30 carat natural Colombian emerald Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptional statement ring features a GIA Certified 10.30 carat natural Colombian emerald, expertly set in an elegant 18k yellow and white gold mounting. The emerald is cushion...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring Size 5.5 ~1.01ctw
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring Size 5.5 This 18k yellow gold ring features a central round-cut diamond weighing 1.01 carats, its bright white hue beautifully complemented by t...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.77tcw 18K Three Stone Colombian Emerald & Diamond Pear Cut Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured is a Colombian emerald and diamond three-stone engagement or right-hand ring. An extraordinary custom-created ring made by JR Colombian Emeralds...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.17tcw 14K Natural Emerald-Emerald Cut & Princess Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
A classic emerald and diamond three stone, engagement, statement, or right-hand ring. Dexterously crafted in gleaming 14K yellow gold this ring features a 3.57-carat natural emerald-...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 6.72 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald with Trapezoid Diamonds in 18 Karat
Located in Southport, CT
A stunning and ever classic Colombian Emerald ring flanked by two matched Trapezoid Diamonds. Notice the subtle detail in the profile throug...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
18.28ct Fancy Vivid Yellow Radiant Cut Three Stone Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary three-stone diamond engagement ring is nothing short of breathtaking - a true masterpiece of color, light, and craftsmanship. At its heart an 18.28-carat Fancy Viv...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
18KT White Gold Three-Stone Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
This sophisticated three-stone ring features a trio of emerald-cut diamonds set in a sleek, high-polish 18K white gold band. Representing a couple's past, present, and future, the ce...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1.65CT Diamond Trilogy Ring 18K Solid Gold Heirloom
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Vintage 1.65CT Diamond Trilogy Ring 18K Solid Gold Heirloom Vintage Diamond Trilogy Ring in 18K White Gold – 1.65ct A classic English trilogy ring, rich with meaning and antique cha...
Diamond, Gold
2.24tcw Natural Emerald-Emerald Cut & Diamond 3 Stone Solitaire 14K Ring Gift
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a classic modern dark green emerald & round diamond three-stone men's unisex ring in 14K yellow gold. This unique solitaire ring ca...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Padparadscha Sapphire Ring, 3.08 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
A magnificent 3.08-carat padparadscha sapphire shines in this beautiful three-stone ring. The rare cushion brilliant cut gemstone displays the iconic natural orangy-pink hue, known a...
Padparadscha Sapphire , 18k Gold
Ring with sapphire and brilliant cutd iamodns up to 0.20ct 14k gold 11.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with a sapphire and brilliant-cut diamond up to 0.20 ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 7.25 - EU 17.5(55) Detailed description: The top of the ring is oval, ...
Sapphire, 14k Gold
4.28tcw 14K Three Stone Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
Dexterously handcrafted in gleaming 14K yellow solid gold, this ring features a high-quality, hand-selected 3.30-carat natural Colombian emerald Asscher cut from the famous Muzo mine...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 4 Carat D Flawless Emerald Cut Diamond Type IIA Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and highly refined diamond ring centered by a 4.13 carat emerald cut diamond, accompanied by GIA Report Graded D color and Flawless clarity, this stone represents th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
Three-Stone Ring with 3.09ct Lavender Spinel
Located in New York, NY
Three stone cocktail ring in Platinum with Diamond shank lotus Diamonds prongs Oval side stones Diamonds totaling 0.81ct F/G Color & VS/VVS clarity Pave (diamonds) totaling 0.76ct ...
Spinel, Platinum
Harry Winston Engagement Ring with 3.02ct E VVS1 Round
Located in New York, NY
Harry Winston Engagement Ring with 3.02ct E VVS1 Round In Platinum with original hallmark , size 6 Center Stone is 3.02ct E VVS1 GIA#14661653 with 2 pear shapes D/E color & VVS clari...
Diamond, Platinum
Pink Sapphire Diamond Halo Three-Stone Engagement Ring in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pink Sapphire Three Stone Engagement Ring with Halo Diamonds Set in 14K Gold featuring natural pink sapphire of 0.9 carats an...
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.60tcw Men's Natural Colombian Emerald & Tanzanite Gold Band Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
This is a 0.60 carat unique Colombian emerald & Tanzanite mens band. Sleek in every sense of the word and simply comfortable make this band the ideal rin...
Emerald, Tanzanite, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
14k Gold Natural Diamond And Pear Cut Ruby Decorated Ring
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Pear Cut Ruby Decorated Ring In very good condition. Total weight is 2.3 grams. Totally is mai...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
7.55 Carat Peach Tourmaline Engagement Ring – Emerald Cut with Bullet Diamonds
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
7.55 Carat Peach Tourmaline and Bullet Diamonds Platinum Engagement Ring. Luxury Three-Stone Ring – Emerald Cut Tourmaline – Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. A Unique Platinum Engagem...
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18k Solid Yellow Gold Unisex Blue Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex Blue Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of 2.18 carat and diamonds of 0.8 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 7.48 Carat No Heat Greenish Blue Step Cut Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful 3 Stone Sapphire Ring. The ring is 18K White Gold. There are 1.22 Carats in Diamonds G SI, bullet shape. The center stone is a 7.48 Carats Natural Greenish Blue Sapphire. T...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 1...
GIA-Certified Square-Cut 7.02 Carat Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
This Square-cut 7.02 carat emerald and diamond three-stone ring features a vivid green emerald flanked by shield-cut diamonds in a sleek platinum setting, radiating timeless sophisti...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Real 2.63 Carat SI/H Round Brilliant Cut Three Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces. Spectrum Jewels is proudly rated as a Top Seller on 1stdibs with 5 star customer reviews. All item...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage GIA 2.57ct No-Heat Yellow Sapphire Ruby Trilogy Platinum 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Classic Vintage GIA 2.57ctw Unheated Yellow Sapphire Rubies Trilogy Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Ring. The 1.23ct GIA certified No Heat Oval Brilliant cut Yellow Sapphire (GIA Certi...
Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18 Karat Gold 11.41 Carat Pink Morganite and Diamond Solitaire Cocktail Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat White Gold 11.41 Carat Pink Morganite and Diamond Solitaire Cocktail Ring This glorious trinity pink morganite and diamond r...
Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 18.66 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite Vivid Diamonds Engagement ring crafted in platinum, showcasing a sensational GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamond weighing 18.66 Carats, and 2 tapered baguette cut diamonds we...
Diamond, Platinum
Three Stone Diamond Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
With this exquisite three-stud diamond ring, style and glamour are in the spotlight. This 18-karat diamond ring is made from 4.2 grams of gold. This ring is adorned with VS2, G color...
Diamond, 18k Gold