Modern Jewelry
MODERN STYLE
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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Creator: Tiffany & Co.
Style: Modern
Tiffany & Co. 1.13ct G VVS2 Lucida Radiant Cut Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
This classic Tiffany & Co. solitaire diamond engagement ring features a 1.13 carat Lucida cut diamond graded G in color and VVS2 clarity by Tiffany & Co.
The ring is accompanied by...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Platinum and Diamond Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A fine Tiffany and Company platinum and diamond ring with original boxes. The single stone 'Diamond Harmony' ring features a central round brilliant cut diamond that has been four cl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Pink Sapphire and Diamond Large Heart Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Tampa, FL
Large Tiffany & Co. Pink Sapphire and Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace featuring fine cut round brilliant diamonds and round cut pink sapphires set in platinum.
The diamonds weigh ap...
Category
2010s American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Darnestown, MD
Elegant diamond cocktail ring by Tiffany and Co. The 18 karat ring has approximately 3 carats of VS 1 diamonds; H color. A gold band that is integrated as part of the design of the ...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Herringbone Weave Gold Bracelet
Located in Darnestown, MD
Exquisitely made, finely woven 18 karat gold bracelet by Tiffany. It was made in West Germany which existed as such from 1945 - 1990. The bracelet is tightly woven in six rows. It ha...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Modern Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Diamond Clip On Earring
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Clip On Earrings. 1.30 CTW Diamonds.
50 round diamonds. Stamped 18K and 750. Also stamped...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Classic Wedding Band Ring Platinum
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co
Style: Classic Wedding Band Ring
Width: 3 MM
Metal: Platinum PT950
Size: 5 - sizable
Hallmark: ©TIFFANY&CO.PT950
Includes: T&C...
Category
2010s American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Pendant in Platinum 0.75 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Retails for 6,300 USD. In excellent condition and recently polished. Chain is 16 inches in length.
Category
2010s Modern Jewelry
Materials
Platinum
Tiffany 18 Kt. Yellow Gold Diamonds Sapphires Vintage Floral Brooch
Located in Rome, IT
18 kt. yellow gold brooch signed by Tiffany & Co.
The brooch has a floral style and is setted with 0.60 carat of round-cut diamonds and 1.80 carat of round-cut blue sapphires.
1960 ...
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Lavalier Necklace by Tiffany6 & Co, 45.64 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Six diamond-encrusted fans are suspended from a pearl and diamond bead chain in this elegant lavalier necklace from Tiffany & Co. Round diamonds tot...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Key Chain Necklace, 18 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details:
Metal type: 18 karat yellow gold
Weight: 11.5 grams
Measures: 18 inch (chain), 3 inch x .5 inch width (key)
Diamond Details on Key:
Cut: Round Brilliant
Carat: .05 ca...
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Atlas Roman Numeral Sterling Silver Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair Atlas cufflinks.
By Tiffany & Co.
In sterling silver.
With raised Roman numerals to the centers of the faces and fixed backs.
The 'Atlas' collection was designed ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Diamond Platinum Half Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A Tiffany & Co diamond platinum half eternity ring.
This timeless and elegant eternity band, is grain set with a single row of seventeen r...
Category
2010s British Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Vannerie Basket Weave Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold 0.70 CTW
Located in New York, NY
In excellent condition and recently polished. Ring size is 5.75.
Category
2010s Modern Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co 1.03 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Solitaire Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Aventura, FL
Say yes to this gorgeous diamond solitaire engagement ring from Tiffany & Co.! This classic, Tiffany-style diamond solitaire ring is the epitome of timeless elegance. The brilliant s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Princess Cut Diamond & Platinum Classic Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Tampa, FL
A classic Tiffany & Co. solitaire engagement ring featuring a 1.11 carat F color VS1 clarity princess cut diamond center stone with an excellent cut.
The ring is a finger size 6 an...
Category
2010s American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Gold Feather Pin with Diamonds
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany & Co. Gold Feather Pin with Diamonds
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. 0.35 Carat Ruby Weave Design Tie Clip in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Made and signed by Tiffany & Co. Features a weave design tie clip accented with three rubies in the middle. Rubies weigh 0.35 carats. Made in 18k yellow gold.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1.02 Ct. G, VVS2 Round Diamond Solitaire Platinum Ring
Located in Honolulu, HI
100% Authentic Tiffany & Co. Platinum Solitaire engagement ring with 1.02 carat round brilliant cut diamond center, the diamond color grade is G, and clarity is VVS2. The diamond is set in Tiffany's famous Solitaire six prong ring...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Enamel and Diamond Frog Brooch, 18 Karat Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details:
Metal type: 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Weight: 7.81 grams
Measures: 1 Inch length x width
Diamond Details:
Accent Diamonds on the Eyes of the Frog
Cut: Round
Color: G
Clari...
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Platinum and Solitaire Diamond Ring by Tiffany and Co.
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A platinum Tiffany and Company ring with a 0.49 carat brilliant cut diamond. This particular ring features its diamond set in a 'Tiffany sett...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Full Eternity Ring Platinum
Located in London, GB
A Tiffany & Co. diamond full eternity ring in platinum
A timeless and elegant eternity band, channel set with a single row of round brilliant cut stones of 1.20 carats approximately...
Category
2010s British Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
0.49 Carat Tiffany & Co Lucida Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
A 0.49 Carat Tiffany & Co Lucida diamond platinum engagement ring.
From the Tiffany & Co ‘Lucida’ collection, this beautiful solitaire engagement ring is set with a 0.49 carat Luci...
Category
2010s British Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Circle Cuff Links
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Gold Diamond Cufflinks.
Vintage 14K textured yellow gold Tiffany diamond cufflinks. These glamorous cufflinks are set with rou...
Category
20th Century American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Victoria Ruby Diamond Line Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A Tiffany & Co Victoria ruby diamond line necklace in 18 karat yellow gold.
This outstanding piece is from the recent Victoria collection by Tiffany & Co.
The necklace comprises of...
Category
2010s British Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Red Coral and Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
A Signed Tiffany leaf motif brooch with a dome shape coral in the center. This brooch was made in Italy circa 1979 and set in 18 karat yellow gold. The co...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Jewelry
Materials
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. ‘Legacy’ 0.41 Carat Diamond Engagement Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This Tiffany & Co. 'Legacy' engagement ring features a 0.41 carat modified asscher cut diamond. It is an H colour and VS1 clarity. Surrounding the centre diamond is a halo of round b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 14 Karat Gold Modern Pin-Wheel Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful 14K Tiffany & Co. brooch.
In the form of a pinwheel.
Marked to the reverse: 14k for gold fineness and Tiffany & Co.
Simply elegant design from Tiffany!
Length: ca. 23...
Category
20th Century American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co 1960s Turquoise Blue Enamel Diamond Wreath Brooch White Yellow Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Tiffany & Co. turquoise blue enamel and diamond wreath brooch in 18 karat white and yellow gold, Italian, 1960s. Of circular openwork design, thi...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co Yellow Gold Paloma Picasso Star Pin
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany and Co 18K Paloma Picasso Star Pin in White Gold
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Swing Pendant and Diamond
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany Platinum and Diamond Swing Pendant. 1 CTW Diamonds.
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Platinum Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tiffany & Co diamond and platinum abstract swirl brooch circa 1980. Love it because it caught your eye, and we are here to connect you with beautiful and affordable jewelry. Decora...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Snowflake Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
What goes better with the holidays than a snowflake? How about a Tiffany and Company Diamond Snowflake ring. This platinum and diamond ring...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Gold Chevron Blue Enamel Knot Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Stylish 18K yellow gold and chevron pattern blue enamel knot cufflinks by Tiffany & Co. Beautifully made and easy to wear. 1.25 in. (31.75 mm)
Category
20th Century American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Enamel Tiffany & Co. Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
A pair of vintage 18k yellow gold black enamel square cufflinks by Tiffany & Co., made in 2001. These double sided cufflinks are distinguished and wearable by both men and women. The...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. Ruby and Diamond Earrings
Located in Dallas, TX
18K Yellow Gold Tiffany Company Ruby and Diamond Earrings. These stunning earrings are Clip On. Stamped T and C and 750. Rubies are square shaped and calibre cut and Diamonds are ...
Category
1980s American Vintage Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wedding Ring / Band
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co. 18Kt Yellow Gold Wedding Ring/ Band. Stamped AU750
Size 8 with 11 grams total weight.
Category
2010s Modern Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wedding Ring / Band
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co. 18Kt Yellow Gold Wedding Ring/Band. Stamped AU750
Size 9 with 11 grams total weight.
Category
2010s Modern Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Tiffany Diamond Band/Wedding Ring, British Hallmarked 18K White Gold
Located in London, GB
18 carat white gold diamond set band ring by Tiffany & Co. With British hallmarks for London 2005 and sponsor's mark "T&Co".
10 x round brilliant cut diamonds, approximate total we...
Category
Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Notes 18 Carat Gold Bangle
Located in London, GB
Tiffany & Co solid gold bangle engraved Tiffany & Co 727 Fifth Avenue New York 10022 in script throughout. The bangle weighs a total of 26 grams, measures 5.8mm in width and has an a...
Category
2010s American Modern Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wedding Ring / Band
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co. 18Kt Yellow Gold Wedding Ring/Band. Stamped AU750
Size 9 with 11 grams total weight.
Category
2010s Modern Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Full Circle Round Diamond Wedding Band Ring in Platinum 1.00 Carat
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co.
Style: Full Circle Diamond Wedding Band Ring
Metal: Platinum PT950
Width: 3 MM
Size: 4.25
Total Carat Weight: 1.00 tcw
Diamond Shape: Round Brilliant
Diamond C...
Category
2010s American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Pavé-Set Diamond Heart Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond-embellished charm adds a dash of whimsy and romance to a 3mm court-shaped platinum band at the focal point of this Tiffany & Co. platinum and diamond ring. The heart-shaped...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Round Brilliant 0.30 Carat F VVS Diamond Flower Ring in Platinum
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co.
Style: Bezel Set Flower Diamond Ring
Metal: Platinum PT950
Size: 6 - sizable
Total Carat Weight: 0.30 TCW
Diamond Shape: Round Brilliant Diamonds ( 7 Stones )
Diam...
Category
2010s American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Atlas Bracelet, circa 1990s
Located in London, GB
This Tiffany & Co bracelet is from the Atlas collection. It weighs 40.6 grams and is made from 18 carat yellow gold. It has the original Tiffany & Co makers mark and also has a match...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18 Karat Gold Huggie Earrings with Omega Backs
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 18k Gold Huggie Earrings w/ Omega Backs Nice!
Gorgeous Huggie Earrings w/ Diagonal Stripe Motif
Total Width = 11 mm
Tota...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Jazz Double Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Tiffany & Co. necklace is part of the jazz collection. The pendant has two strands of diamonds next to each other - one with eight diamonds, the other with six. The top of the p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Moonstone and Diamond Double-Strand Necklace by Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted by world-renowned American jewelers Tiffany & Co., this demure-yet-beguiling necklace features spherical moonstone pendants set in platinum. Dazzling white accent diamonds highlight the...
Category
20th Century American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Moonstone, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 2.5 Carat Total Weight Platinum Diamond Engagement
Located in Atlanta, GA
Ring Details:
Maker: Tiffany & Co.
Metal type: Platinum
Weight: 7.41 Grams
Size: 5.25 (resizable)
Diamond Details **customized center, not Tiffany & Co**
Cut: Princess
Carat: 2
Colo...
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Lucida 0.48 Carat Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring Box
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co.
Style: Lucida
Serial Number: 23642875
Metal: Platinum PT950
Size: 4.75 - sizable
Total Carat Weight: 0.48 cts
Diamond Shape: Cut Corner Square
Diamond Color & C...
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold 3 Star Brooch Vintage 1986 Nice
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold 3 Star Brooch Vintage 1986 Nice!
Gorgeous 3-Star Brooch by Tiffany & Co.
Trademarked 1986
40 mm Long
20 mm Wide
Total Mass = 6.9 grams
Category
1980s Vintage Modern Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Engagement Ring 1.39 Carat Round Center G VVS2
Located in Chicago, IL
Previously-owned Tiffany & Co. engagement ring. The ring is a size 6 (US), made of 950 platinum, and weighs 3.8 DWT (approx. 5.91 grams). It also has one round G-color, VVS2-clarity ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Round Solitaire Engagement Ring 1.33 Carat HVS1
Located in Chicago, IL
This Tiffany & Co. ring is made of platinum and weighs 3.9 DWT (approx. 6.07 grams). It contains one round H and VS1 clarity diamond weighing 1.33 CT. Size 4.5
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 0.33 Carat Princess cut Diamond and Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Tiffany and Co. 0.33 carat Princess cut Diamond solitaire Engagement Ring features an F color, VS clarity diamond that sits flush in a four prong setting.
Featuring a knife-ed...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Solitaire Diamond Ring '1.42 Carat HVS2'
Located in Chicago, IL
Previously-owned Tiffany & Co. Solitaire Collection ring. The ring is a size 4.25 (US), made of platinum, and weighs 2.90 DWT (approx. 4.51 grams). It also has one round H-color, VS2...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Atlas Necklace, circa 1990s
Located in London, GB
This Tiffany & Co necklace is from the Atlas collection and dates back to approximately the 1990s. It is 18 carat yellow gold and weighs 70.4 grams. The necklace measure 15.5 inches ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Lady's White Gold Wristwatch
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Tiffany & Co. Watch.
The watch is 18K White Gold.
It fits up to a 7" wrist.
The watch face is 0.75" wide.
The band is 7/16" wide.
The watch weighs 66.7 grams
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Legacy Round Center Engagement Ring '1.36 Carat Center GVVS2'
Located in Chicago, IL
This Tiffany & Co. Legacy ring is made of platinum and weighs 3.00 DWT (approx. 4.67 grams). It contains one round G color and VVS2 clarity diamond weighin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
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