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.
14KT Pink Gold Pave Diamond Dog Tag Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
The pendant is shaped like a classic military dog tag, but it's given a luxurious twist. The entire front surface is covered in numerous small, round diamonds set closely together in...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,352Sale Price|20% Off
Rolling Platinum Diamond Bands and Eighteen Karat Gold Rings, 0.52ct
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate modern luxury with this sophisticated rolling ring crafted from luxurious platinum and 18K gold. Featuring three interlocking bands that glide smoothly together, this timel...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
Carrera y Carrera 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Horse Ball Stud Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Carrera y Carrera is a luxury Spanish jewelry brand that was founded in 1885. The brand is known for its intricate and detailed designs, which often feature animals and nature-inspir...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Precision Fancy Brazilian Cyan Blue Topaz for Ring & Pendant Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Details: Faceted Sky Blue Topaz Weight 4.60 carats Dimension 10.2 x 9.1 x 6.8 mm Origin Brazil Treatment Typically Heated Shape and Cut Hexagon Transparency Transpa...
Blue Topaz
Syna Yellow Gold Peridot Pendant Necklace
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Peridot 2 carats approx. 18 inch solid thin paper clip chain About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from little things, Dha...
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Citrine Cushion Earrings
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Citrine 8 carats approx. French wire for pierced ears Limited Edition About the Designers Drawing inspiration from little things, Dharmesh & Namra...
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Flower Nephrite Jade, Dia and Pearl Adjustable Ring in 14ct Rose Gold
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, .
A warm and romantic tribute to spring’s natural charm, the Spring Blossom Adjustable Ring is crafted in solid 14ct rose gold. At its centre blooms a hand‑carved Russian nephrite flow...
Pearl, Jade, White Diamond, Diamond, Rhodium, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Solid Opal Cabochons Turkmenistan Green Turquoise Blue Turquoise Gold Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic stud earrings with a pair of Oval Solid Opal Cabs measuring 9 x 11 mm set in solid 14 Kt. yellow gold on the top and in the lower parts 2 Turkmenistan Green Turquoise rou...
Opal, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Earrings with Amethyst and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Amethyst sugarloaf 13 carats approx. Diamonds 0.05 carat approx. French wire for pierced ears Limited edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & ...
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emma Chapman 14k Yellow Gold PInk Tourmaline Stacking Ring
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
This one-of-a-kind pink tourmaline stacking ring is made in 14k gold and features a lovely pink tourmaline. It has 14k embossed motifs on the side of the ring. This ring looks gr...
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5 Carats Teal Blue Natural Tourmaline Sugarloaf Cabochon Gemstone for Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Details: Tourmaline Cabochon Weight 5.50 carats Dimension 9.1 x 8.8 x 8.0 mm Origin Kunar, Afghanistan Treatment None Shape and Cut Sugarloaf Cabochon Transparency Tra...
Tourmaline
$1,916Sale Price|20% Off
Classic Oval Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Classic Oval Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this ring centers a 0.76 carat oval diamond in a timeless solitaire setting that highlights the stone’s elon...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 10.39 Cts Round Natural Diamond Inside-Out Hoop Earrings
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : These 14K white gold inside-out hoop earrings combine elegant proportions with meticulous diamond setting for a polished luxury finish. The design creates flattering movement...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
14KT Yellow Gold Huggie Hoop Earrings with Bezel-Set Diamond Drops
Located in Antwerp, BE
The primary design features small hoops that fit closely around the earlobe, with two dangling bezel-set round diamonds. The hoops themselves are adorned with smaller pave-set accent...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$187Sale Price / set|50% Off
Silvorra Natural Emerald Three Stone Linear Silver Earrings for Grilfriend Gift
Located in New York, NY
These elegant emerald drop earrings are crafted in 925 sterling silver and showcase six oval cut natural emeralds measuring approximately 6 x 4 mm. Arranged in a graceful vertical de...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$332Sale Price / set|50% Off
Silvorra Channel Set Baguette Blue Sapphire J Hoop Earrings in Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
These elegant 3.24 carat blue sapphire J hoop earrings are crafted in 925 sterling silver and showcase a row of channel set octagon cut blue sapphires measuring approximately 4 x 2 m...
Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Prologue 8.50 Carat Tanzanite Pink Tourmaline Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Dubai, AE
Prologue 8.50 carat tanzanite cocktail ring in 18 karat yellow gold, set with two pink tourmalines totalling 5.04 carats and 134 diamonds totalling 2.63 carats. Made in Thailand in 2...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary 4.50 Carat Ruby & Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Line Bracelet
Located in Towson, MD
This contemporary 14K yellow gold line bracelet alternates thirty round brilliant rubies with thirty single cut diamonds along a single continuous row. The rubies, together weighing ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 4.81 Cts Round Natural Diamond Floral Cluster Earrings
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : These 14K yellow gold floral cluster earrings combine elegant proportions with meticulous diamond setting for a polished luxury finish. The design creates flattering movement...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 2.06 Cts Round Diamond Halo Drop Lever back Earrings
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elegant drop earrings featuring brilliant round-cut center diamonds framed by a shimmering halo of accent stones, suspended gracefully from pave-set lever back closures. Crafted in g...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$200Sale Price / set|50% Off
Silvorra 2.02ct Dainty Moissanite Cluster Stud Earrings in Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
These sparkling 2.02 carat moissanite cluster stud earrings are crafted in 925 sterling silver and showcase a graceful arrangement of pear shaped and round moissanites measuring appr...
Silver, Sterling Silver
14K White Gold Round Natural Diamond Double Halo Medallion Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : Crafted in polished 14K white gold, this double halo medallion pendant necklace presents a graceful diamond composition with refined movement and balanced brilliance. Its ele...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Jade Oval Cabochon Oval Faceted Ruby Yellow Sapphire 18 Kt Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Bangkok, TH
SHIPPING+CUSTOM DUTY ARE PAID BY SELLER Big Jade Oval Cabochon measuring 25x32 mm set as a Pendant in 18kt yellow gold bezel with in the center a oval faceted Ruby set in 18kt yell...
Jade, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Steven Battelle 5.3 Carats Cabochon Emerald 18K Gold Post Earrings
Located in Soquel, CA
Graduated sizes of 4 x 6 mm, 5 x 7 mm, and 6 x 8 mm Zambian oval cabochon emeralds are set in matte-finish 18K gold "cupped bezel" settings and dangle below round 18K similarly finis...
Emerald, 18k Gold
14K White Gold Round Cut Diamond Open Heart Pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
Crafted in warm 14K white gold, this necklace features a beautifully dainty open heart pendant that serves as a timeless symbol of love and affection. The delicate heart outline is m...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Georg Jensen 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solid Circle Vintage Ring
By Georg Jensen
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Georg Jensen No. 1101 Circle Ring crafted in 18K yellow gold, featuring a bold sculptural circular design that reflects the clean lines and refined simplicity of Scandinavian moderni...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage GIA 3.52 carat old mine cut diamond 18k yellow gold trilogy ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This beautiful vintage diamond trilogy ring is a timeless 1970’s design, centered by a GIA-certified old mine cut diamond weighing 3.52 carats. Graded M color and VS2 clarity, the ce...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
7.00 Carat Natural Marquise Blue Zircon Diamond White Gold Statement Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.00 Carat Natural Marquise Blue Zircon Diamond White Gold Statement Ring Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Primary Stones: Natural Blue Zircon Accent Stones: Natural Diamonds Total Car...
Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, 14k Gold, White Gold
Moonstone Pear Shaped Drop Gold Plated Sterling Silver Earrings
Located in Oslo, 03
These elegant earrings feature natural rainbow moonstones, each faceted into a luminous 12 × 16 mm teardrop. Renowned for their ethereal blue sheen—known as adularescence—the gemston...
Moonstone, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Betony Vernon "String of Pearls Massage Ring" Sterling Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
Designed in 1996, the "String Of Pearls Massage Ring" is a Paradise Found classic. It may be worn by day and by night, from the office to a cocktail party, but its luminous beauty is...
Pearl, Sterling Silver
GIA 18K 2.55 Ct Unheated Green Blue Sapphire&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 2.55 Ct Natural Unheated Green Blue Sapphire&Diamonds Engagement Ring* GIA-certified natural unheated green blue Sapphire weighing 2.55 ct set on the 18K white gold band wi...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White ...
Syna Yellow Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Sugarloaf Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 6.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.20 carat approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$275Sale Price / set|50% Off
Silvorra Open Teardrop 925 Silver Drop Earrings with 5.37ct Mixed Cut Moissanite
Located in New York, NY
These dazzling 5.37 carat moissanite drop earrings are crafted in 925 sterling silver and showcase a sophisticated composition of mixed cut gemstones. The design features oval cut mo...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Stunning 12ct Round Briolette Cut Blue Topaz Drop Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bijoux Num 12ct Round Briolette Cut Blue Topaz Drop Vermeil Earrings These stunning pair of earrings features top quality round briolette-cut genuine sky blue topaz (6ct each, 12ct ...
Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
$874Sale Price|30% Off
Neon Bluish Natural Paraiba Tourmaline 1.10 Ct Oval Cut Loose Gemstone for Ring
Located in Peshawar, PK
Neon Blue Natural Paraiba Tourmaline Oval Cut Loose Gemstone from Mozambique – Blue Green Paraiba Tourmaline Stone for Pendant, Ring, Necklace, Custom Fine & Designer Jewelry Set...
Tourmaline, Paraiba
$565Sale Price|50% Off
Silvorra Contemporary Sterling Silver Double Snake Pavé Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This striking serpent motif bracelet is crafted in 925 Sterling Silver and showcases 0.51 carats of pear shaped color stones in the eye, complemented by 1.34 carats of sparkling zirc...
Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
$262Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Natural Emerald and Diamond Floral Cluster Cocktail Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This vivid 3.05 carat natural emerald and diamond floral cocktail ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver. The design features a graceful arrangement of pear and marquise cut emeralds...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Black Enamel Charm Bracelet Emerald Star Bangle Celestial Orb
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Enamel Charm Bracelet Emerald Star Bangle Celestial Orb Pendant Twisted Braided Bangle Designer: J DAUPHIN The Emerald Star Bangle is a fine twisted rope band in brass with 1...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
$567Sale Price|75% Off
Chanel B24 Collection Pearl and Enamel Black White CC Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
This Chanel choker is an elegant and timeless piece that combines classic pearls with the brand’s signature luxury. Featuring a stunning string of cream-colored faux pearls, the neck...
Big Size Pear Shape Cream Color Pearls Oval Ruby Cabochon 14 Karat Gold Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic earrings with a pair of Oval Ruby Cabs measuring 8 x 10 mm set in solid 14 Kt. yellow gold on the top and in the lower parts 2 big size and excellent luster Cream Color...
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
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
Sterling Silver and 8K Bamboo Bangle Bracelet 7.5 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful vintage bangle bracelet is sterling silver. Its bamboo design is accented in 8k yellow gold. This bracelet measures 10mm wide. It has an inner circumference of 7 1/2 i...
Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Pear Shape Faceted Amethysts Gold Bezel Engraved Amethyst Drops Stud Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
These simple but elegant handmade earrings have 2 faceted Natural Pear Shape Amethysts measuring 7 x 12 mm and weighing 4,55 carats set in yellow gold bezel at the top to which are s...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic natural pave diamond brown raw sapphire sterling silver pyramid earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
## Designer Raw Sapphire & Natural Diamond Pyramid Dangle Earrings Elevate your jewelry collection with these **Designer Raw Sapphire & Natural Diamond Pyramid Dangle Earrin...
Diamond, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Huge Vintage Sterling Silver 13.5 Carat Sapphire Cluster Ring Size 10
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous vintage, domed ring is sterling silver. It features 27 oval cut 6x4mm sapphires with an estimated carat weight of 13.5. The face of this ring measures 1 1/4 inches with...
Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Emma Chapman Lapis Lazuli Flower Earrings in Sterling Silver, New
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
These lapis lazuli flower earrings have been handmade in our workshops using the ancient art of stone-carving. Each pair of earrings has exquisite hand-carved lapis flower motif...
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
Syna Yellow Gold Small Blue Topaz and Diamond Studs
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue Topaz 3 carats approx. Diamonds 0.07 carat approx. 18kyg butterfly backs Limited edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing insp...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Celestial Radiance Charm Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
A dainty gold-tone cable chain adorned with a central pave-set crescent moon, flanked by alternating starbursts and petite twinkling stars. ach charm is encrusted with brilliant-cut ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Citrine Cluster Flower Earrings, 15.00 Carats, Estate, White Gold 14K
Located in Brunswick, ME
A magnificent pair citrine estate earrings, masterfully crafted in 14K white gold and featuring an exquisite cluster flower design. At the heart of these exceptional earrings are App...
Citrine, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bijoux Num Oval Kyanite and Blue Topaz Flower Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These stunning pair of earrings feature sets of oval cabochon-cut kyanite and round sky blue topaz, handset in 18k yellow gold vermeil over sterling silver. The kyanite offers rich s...
Blue Topaz, Kyanite, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Heavy Vintage Mexican Sterling Inlaid Bangle Bracelet
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous Mexican bangle bracelet is sterling silver. It features onyx, malachite, jasper, azurite and tiger eye inlay. This bracelet measures 1/2 of an inch wide. It has an inn...
Sterling Silver
Oval Faceted Sky Blue Topaz 14k Gold Aquamarine Plain Round Beads Stud Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
SHIPPING+CUSTOM DUTY ARE PAID BY SELLER These simple but elegant and completely handmade earrings have 2 Oval Faceted Sky Blue Topaz measuring 8x 10 mm set in 14 Kt yellow gold beze...
Aquamarine, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Heart-Shaped Emerald Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : A refined 14K White gold pendant necklace centered on a single heart-shaped emerald, bringing a vivid touch of color to a clean and graceful silhouette. The polished gold se...
Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
IGI 18K 2.78 Ct Vivid Blue ( Royal Blue ) Sapphire&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI/Lotus 18K 2.78 Ct Vivid Blue Sapphire&Diamonds Antique Style Engagement Ring * IGI/Lotus-certified natural Vivid blue ( Royal Blue ) Sapphire weighing 2.78 ct set on the 18...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Betony Vernon "Venus Ring" Small, Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The “Venus Ring Small” was designed by Betony Vernon in 1997 to be worn on the middle finger. This piece celebrates the feminine. It is an emblematic invitation to express your sensu...
Sterling Silver
Black Spinel and Silver Blue Tahitian Pearl w/ Diamonds Paradizia Necklace N3978
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description A rare silver-blue Tahitian pearl is the focal point of this elegant necklace, centered among faceted black spinel and framed by pave diamond rondelles. The dramatic cont...
14k Gold
Betony Vernon "Double Sphere Massage Ring" Ring Sterling Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
The "Double Sphere Massage Ring" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1996 and is manufactured in lost wax elements. While it can be worn discreetly beyond the boudoir, the Double Sphere...
Sterling Silver
Steven Battelle 3.2 Carat Cabochon Emerald 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
A large, 9 x 12 mm oval Zambian emerald cabochon rests within a radiating double row of handset "jawan" granulation in this artisan crafted "ancient-inspired" pendant design by Steve...
Emerald, 18k Gold
$600Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Bezel-Set Ruby Stud Earrings, 0.75 ct Burma Rubies
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Timeless elegance meets exceptional craftsmanship in these handcrafted 14K yellow gold Burmese ruby stud earrings. Featuring two perfectly matched natural Burma-mined rubies with a c...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$300Sale Price|50% Off
Signet 3.30ct Oval Blue Topaz & Quartz Sterling Silver Men's Band Ring, Size 9.5
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A bold vintage men’s signet ring crafted in solid sterling silver and set with a vibrant 3.30ct bezel set oval Blue Topaz. The faceted stone delivers bright, electric blue brilliance...
Quartz, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver