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.
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Band Ring Size 3.5 #25442
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Band Ring Size 3.5 This 14K yellow gold eternity band features 21 round brilliant cut diamonds, offering a continuous circle of sparkle. The fu...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$30,945Sale 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
Betony Vernon "O-Ring Band Medium Ring" Sterling Silver 925 18K Gold
Located in Rome, IT
The "O-Ring Band Medium Ring" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and manufactured in lost wax elements. The "O-Ring Band Medium Ring" is part of a timeless signature Betony Vernon...
Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Betony Vernon "O-Ring Band Medium Ring" Ring Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "O-Ring Band Medium Ring" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and manufactured in lost wax elements. The"O-Ring Band Medium Ring" is part of a timeless signature Betony Vernon'...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring Set 1.46ct. with3sizable band
Located in Aspen, CO
Tiffany & Co. Soleste round brilliant cut diamond engagement ring with two matching Tiffany & Co. diamond bands and a Tiffany & Co. larger gentleman's plain wedding band ...
Diamond, Platinum
$1,900 / item
Slim Orion Stacking Ring with Diamonds
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
The thinnest of the Shooting Star's ring collection is the Orion Stacking Ring. It is 2 mm wide and features yellow gold with diamonds or gold with sapphires. The Orion ring is sleek...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
$360Sale Price / item|50% Off
Natural Diamond Emerald Flower By Pass Ring in 925 Silver Luxury Jewelry Gift
Located in New York, NY
Natural Diamond Emerald Flower By Pass Ring in sterling silver featuring natural emerald of 5 carat and diamonds of 0.05 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$8,214Sale Price / item|20% Off
Betony Vernon "O-Ring Band Mini Ring" Ring 18 Karat Gold in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "O-Ring Band Mini Ring" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and manufactured in lost wax elements. The "O-Ring Band Mini Ring" is part of a timeless signature Betony Vernon's s...
18k Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Platinum Classic 3 mm Men's Wedding Band Ring Size 9
Located in New York, NY
A clean, timeless wedding band from Tiffany & Co. in platinum, dating to 1999. The smooth, rounded comfort-fit profile sits effortlessly on the finger. At 3mm wide it is understated ...
Platinum
3.50 Carat Diamond Platinum Eternity Band Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Eternity Ring The ring is Platinum There are 3.50 Carats In Diamonds F VS There are 17 round brilliant diamonds Each stone is 0.20-0.21ct The ring weighs 6.0 grams The ring...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 18k yellow gold Tubogas style band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful vintage Tubogas style band from the 1980’s is crafted in rich 18k yellow gold and showcases the bold, fluid design that makes Tubogas-inspired jewelry so distinctive. ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Wedding Anniversary Band Ring Size 6 #25496
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold and Diamond Wedding Anniversary Band Ring Size 6 This elegant band features six baguette cut diamonds and eight round brilliant cut diamonds channel set in classic 1...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$170Sale Price / item|50% Off
Handmade Antique Style Unisex Blue Sapphire Ring for Him in 925 Silver Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Handmade Antique Style Unisex Blue Sapphire Ring in sterling silver. You shall need these ring to make a statement with your look. These ring create a sparkling, luxurious look featu...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
David Yurman Ladies Eden Partway 18K Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Wedding Band
By David Yurman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lady's DAVID YURMAN made polished 18K yellow gold, diamond contemporary-style wedding band with a half-round shank. Engraved with "750". The "David Yurman" trademark (or hallmark) ca...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$26,509Sale Price|20% Off
Betony Vernon "O-Ring Band Large Ring" Ring 18 Karat Gold in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "O-Ring Band Large Ring" ring was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and manufactured in lost wax elements. The "O-Ring Band Large Ring" ring is part of a timeless signature BV Sa...
Gold, 18k Gold
4 Stone Baguette Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size 7.5
Located in South Pasadena, CA
4 Stone Baguette Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring. The 4 Stone Baguette Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring was made around 2000. Designed as a hefty ring channel set with 4 straight baguette...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Lab-Grown Diamond Wedding Anniversary Band Ring Size 6.25 #25056
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K White Gold Lab-Grown Diamond Wedding Anniversary Band Ring Size 6.25 This sparkling ring features 12 lab-grown diamonds set in classic 14K white gold. A classic piece that never...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$44,000Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Trinity Tri-Color Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring GIA 1.73 Ct
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptionally elegant and increasingly rare creation from Cartier's iconic Trinity Collection, this sophisticated solitaire engagement ring is crafted in 18-karat yellow, rose, an...
White Diamond, Moonstone, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold...
1.70 Carats Diamond Radiant Fancy Yellow 5-Stone Gold Platinum Half Band Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Very Beautiful Diamond 5 Stone Half Band Ring The ring is 18K Yellow Gold & PLT 950 There are 5 Radiant Cut Fancy Yellow Diamonds Prong Set. There are 1.70 C...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$9,040Sale Price|20% Off
Oscar Heyman Platinum Rounded 2.41tcw Diamond Band Ring, sz. 5.5
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum rounded diamond band ring contains 72 Round Diamonds (F-G/ VS+ quality) weighing 2.41cts that are bead set. The diamonds extend around the whole ring. The ring ...
Diamond, Platinum
$897Sale Price / item|25% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold 4 Diamond Ring Wedding Anniversary Ring .44 Pts
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold 4 diamond ring wedding anniversary ring .44pts., containing 4 round full cut diamonds of very nice quality weighing .44pts. ring size i...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.25 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Setting Mounting
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring Setting Mounting The ring is Platinum There are 2 Tapered Diamond Baguettes 0.18 Car...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Soleste Half Circle Round Diamond Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Tiffany & Co. Soleste Half Circle Diamond Band is finely crafted in platinum and set with 23 round brilliant diamonds totaling 0.19 carats. Designed for understated elegance...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage diamond emerald 18k yellow gold band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant vintage band showcases a refined alternating design of 6 baguette cut diamonds and 6 step cut emeralds, each totaling approximately 0.25 carat. The diamonds display brig...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Two Tone Engagement Ring & Wedding Band Set
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
This stunning set of rings includes both the engagement ring and the wedding band. Both bands are made in rich 14k yellow gold with white settings that house the sparkly diamonds. Th...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,797Sale Price / item|35% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Pave' Set Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14 karat yellow gold diamond pave' set ring, containing 52 round full cut diamonds weighing 1.15cts. This ring is a size 6 but we will size to fit for free.
Diamond, 14k Gold
$2,240Sale Price|20% Off
Black Pearl Diamond Platinum Ring Wedding Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning trilogy ring set with a central Black Pearl and two gorgeous sparkling round brilliant cut Diamonds in Platinum. The dramatic combination of the black pearl and t...
Diamond, Black Pearl, Platinum
$875Sale Price / item|30% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold 4 Diamond Ring Wedding Anniversary Ring .44 Pts
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold 4 diamond ring wedding anniversary ring .44pts., containing 4 round full cut diamonds of very nice quality weighing .44pts. ring size i...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Ring Size 5.25 #24554
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Ring Size 5.25 This stunning trinity style ring features one round brilliant cut diamond in its center flanked by two round natura...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
0.95 Round Cut Diamond Men's Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We have a Men's Collection of Fine Jewelry! Beautiful, Bold, Masculine and Simple Men's Wedding Rings/Bands. This Men's Ring has 9 Round Cut Diamonds that weighs 0.95 Carats. The...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
2.1 CT Fancy Yellow Diamond Wedding Engagement Cocktail Ring Pear Shape 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a dramatic Diamond Wedding Engagement Ring or Cocktail Ring with a stunning central pear shape fancy yellow diamond of approximately 1 Carat surrounded by a halo of 11 bri...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Crest Ring Signet Skull Victorian Memento Mori Style Mens 14k Gold Plated Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Skull Crest Signet Ring 14k Gold Plated Silver Memento Mori Statement Ring Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Crest Signet Ring, from the Secret Doors series, is handcrafted in solid silver with 14k gold plating. A raised crest carries a skull worked in high relief at the center, built on a bold architectural form that gives the ring a strong graphic face. It is a unisex signet made for women and men. The skull set within a crest references Victorian memento...
Silver, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Gold
$2,999Sale Price|25% Off
Platinum Diamond Channel Set Eternity Ring 2.10cts.
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Platinum Diamond channel set eternity ring, containing 25 round full cut diamonds; color "G", clarity VS1 and weight 2.10cts. ring size is 7.25
Diamond, Platinum
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
18K Yellow gold 2 ROW DIAMOND ETERNITY WEDDING BAND RING STACKABLE
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specifications: main stone:ROUND CUT DIAMOND DIAMONDS:36 PCS carat total weight:APPROX. 2.50 CARAT TOTAL WEIGHT color:H clarity:SI brand:NONE metal:18K GO...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Confetti Galaxy Cigar Band, 18K Gold 12mm Wide, Satin Finish, MADE TO ORDER 6wks
Located in Austin, TX
This Galaxy Diamond Cigar Band is Breathtaking! The 77 diamonds represent the stars in the sky and are scattered all over the ring. The diamonds are heavil...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Plat Full Circle 3mm Channel-Set Diamond Eternity Band Ring 6.75
Located in New York, NY
A full eternity band in platinum with 28 round brilliant channel-set diamonds. Diamonds total 0.84ct, graded F in color and VVS in clarity. At 3mm wide the band has a clean, substant...
White Diamond, Platinum
Ruby Eternity Band 14K Yellow Gold Size 6.5
Located in Montgomery, AL
We love the splash of color this eternity band adds!! Perfect for any stack! Band Details Material: 14K Yellow Gold Band Width: 2.5mm Band Height: 2mm Weight: 1.8 Grams Finger Size:...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Steven Battelle Handmade Eternity 18K Gold Wedding Band
Located in Soquel, CA
One of our most popular designs, multiple handmade double spiraled wires are placed with "jawan" between for this signature Steven Battelle wedding band design. We call it the "ete...
18k Gold
$1,020
Twisted Rope Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Twisted Rope Wedding Band is a refined blend of classic form and intricate detail. The design features a rope-twist texture that elegantly wraps around the finger, offering subt...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.00 Carat Diamond Eternity Platinum Band Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
The ring is Platinum There are 1.00 Carats In Diamonds G/H SI The diamonds are round brilliant The ring weighs 3.0 grams The ring is a size 6.00, not sizable.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Sapphire Band, White Gold Wedding Ring, Stackable Band 15 Gemstones
Located in Austin, TX
The details for this beautiful ring are listed below: Metal Quality: 14K White Gold Diamond Number: 12 Diamond Shape: Round Diamond Total Carat Weight: 0.10 Carats Diamond Clarity: VS2 (Excellent, Eye Clean) Diamond Color: G-H (Excellent, Near Colorless) Gemstone: Sapphire Gemstone Number: 5 Gemstone Total Carat Weight: 0.05 Carats Gemstone Shape: Round Gemstone Color: Bold Blue Band Width: 2.7 millimeters Ring Size: 6 (Can be sized) Total Carat Weight: 0.15 Carats...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Star Diamond Ring, Brushed 14K Yellow Gold, Flush Set Sunburst, MADE TO ORDER
Located in Austin, TX
Stars and celestial diamond designs are timeless! You will love the way the diamonds sparkle! The convenient flush set diamonds never catch or hang on anything! The band is 6 millime...
Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$352Sale Price|20% Off
Classic Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Classic Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a slim, polished band design. Measuring approximately 2mm wide, it has a clean and minimal ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mens Wedding Band in Yellow & Oxidized 14K Gold with Song of Songs 3:4 in Hebrew
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
In his nearly fifty years as a goldsmith, Eytan Brandes has been making Hebrew wedding bands. The two top choices for verses are these madly romantic lines from the Song of Songs: ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Floral Diamond Satin Texture Flower Band Stack 14K Gold LR4924
Located in Austin, TX
This lovely floral detailed band is perfect for anyone who wants a unique design band or are flower lovers. There are five diamonds per flower with 2 prong set petals and 4 prong cen...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage diamond 18k yellow gold band ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant vintage diamond band is a beautifully balanced design from the 1970’s, set with 9 baguette cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.50 carat in total. Graded G-H color and ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum and Diamond Wedding Anniversary Band Ring Size 3.75 #25501
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Platinum and Diamond Wedding Anniversary Band Ring Size 3.75 This sparkling band is set with eight round brilliant cut diamonds in classic platinum. Timeless and versatile, this rin...
Diamond, Platinum
Men's Handmade Plain Wedding Band in 14k Yellow Gold 8mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This men's handmade plain wedding band is a refined statement of elegance. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, its sleek, gently domed exterior and softly rounded interior offer a seamless f...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,500Sale Price / item|29% Off
1.25 Carat 4-Stone Diamond Wedding Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold diamond wedding ring containing 4 brilliant cut diamonds; color G-H, clarity VS and weight 1.25cts. set in a "fishtail" style setting. The diamond settings have been...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$512Sale Price|20% Off
14K White Gold Diamond Zigzag Chevron Stackable Band Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Add a dynamic flash of geometric brilliance to your jewelry collection with this striking chevron band ring. Beautifully crafted in 14K white gold, the ring features a continuous, rh...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
"Partial Hopper" Men's 0.32 Carat Diamond Wedding Band in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This ring was made for a customer who decided, after seeing it, that he wanted the "windows" all around the ring. Trying to retrofit this ring with four additional windows would ha...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Sepkus "Candy" Dome Ring with Blue Sapphires and Green Tsavorite Garnets
By Alex Sepkus
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From the studio of Alex Sepkus in New York - 18 karat yellow gold "Candy" dome style ring. What could be sweeter than wearing this Candy ring? Specializing in microscopic sculpting a...
White Diamond, Garnet, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,280Sale Price / item|20% Off
Bespoke Diamond Curved Contour Sculpted Wedding Band in 14K/18K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
An exercise in understated elegance, this curved band features a slender, sculpted silhouette designed to follow the natural contours of the finger. The high-polish gold mounting flo...
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18...
$512Sale Price|20% Off
Half Round Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Half Round Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a classic half round band design with a smooth polished finish. The 3mm width gives it a...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Sepkus "Circle Dome" Band Ring with White Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Alex Sepkus
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From the studio of Alex Sepkus in New York - 18 karat yellow gold "Circle Dome" band style ring with 9 brilliant white diamonds. Wear this miniature world of tiny sculptures...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Sepkus "Swirling Water" Dome Ring with White Diamonds in 18 Karat Gold
By Alex Sepkus
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From the studio of Alex Sepkus in New York - 18 karat yellow gold "Swirling Water" dome style ring. Specializing in microscopic sculpting and carving, Alex Šepkus has the ability to ...
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Wedding Band Ring Size 5.5 #24529
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Wedding Band Ring Size 5.5 This sparkling band by Tiffany & Co. is crafted in 18K yellow gold and set with 11 round brilliant cut d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Mayors diamond 18k white gold half eternity band
By MAYORS
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant vintage Mayors diamond half eternity band is a timeless 2000’s piece, crafted in 18k white gold and set with 7 round brilliant cut diamond...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,318 / item
Sacchi 18 Karat Yellow Gold Decorative Band Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Lovely 18 Karat Satin Yellow Gold Decorative Band Ring, hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique. Lost-wax casting, one of the oldest techniq...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.60ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Men's Engraved Wedding Band 7.0mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designed for the man with a sophisticated eye, this 0.60ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Wedding Band blends classic elegance with artisanal detail. Meticulously crafted, this 7mm-wide...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold