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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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Style: Modern
Recognized Seller Listings
Diana M . Custom Platinum, Diamond Tennis Necklace Containing 36.56 ct
Located in New York, NY
Custom platinum 16.5" 3 prong diamond tennis necklace containing 36.56 cts of round diamonds 72 stones 0.50 each FG color SI clarity. Excellent cut.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Modern Edwardian Style Aquamarine, Diamond and Gold Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Edwardian style aquamarine and diamond drop earrings, set with round faceted aquamarines and rose-cut diamonds, weighing an estimated 0.25ct, with rub over and grain settin...
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold

Diana M. 14 kt white gold, 2.00" inside-out hoop earrings adorned with 9.45 cts
Located in New York, NY
14 kt white gold, 2.00" inside-out hoop earrings adorned with 9.45 cts tw of round diamonds Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is o...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Modern Moonstone, Diamond and Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of modern moonstone, diamond and platinum drop earrings, with graduating cabochon moonstones, in rub over settings and round brilliant-cut diamonds, set either side and betwee...
Category

2010s American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Platinum

Diana M. 37.00 Carat Diamond Fashion Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Platinum diamond fashion bracelet featuring 37.00 cts of half-moon, round, baguette, pear, and marquise diamonds Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 3...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Modern Pink Tourmaline, Diamond and Gold Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of modern pink tourmaline cluster earrings, set with mixed fancy cuts of faceted and cabochon pink tourmaline and round brilliant-cut diamonds, with posts and clip fittings, m...
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold

David Rosenberg 2.08 Carat Cushion Cut Fancy Brown Pink GIA Diamond Drop Earring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A beautifully matched 2.08 total carat weight Cushion Fancy Brownish Pink SI1-SI2 clarity diamond earrings are GIA Certified. These gorgeous light weight dangling earrings are set in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Pink Diamond, Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Diana M. 18 kt White and Rose Gold Diamond Eternity Band Containing 4.39 cts
Located in New York, NY
18 kt yellow gold diamond tennis bracelet adorned with 10.00 cts tw of alternating horizontally set baguette cut and round diamonds (34 stones) Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Diana M.28.87 Carat 4 Prong Diamond Tennis Bracelet 18kt Custom White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold custom 4 prong diamond tennis bracelet 27.87 cts round diamonds 1 carat each. Color GH. Clarity SI. Excellent Cut.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Issac Nussbaum 18k Yellow Gold Necklace and Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful twisted rope style necklace crafted in 18 Karat yellow gold with white gold accents. This stunning necklace can be worn at full length 39 1/2 inches or separated to be wor...
Category

1970s American Vintage Modern Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold

0.36 Carats Total Brilliant Round Shape Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
This simple and classic style of stud earrings showcasing a pair of round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.36 carats total, F Color and VS1+ in Clarity. Set in a classic four-prong sett...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Marina B. Pardy Vintage 18k Gold Steel Chestnut Clip-On Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Collectable Marina B Two Tone Gold Highly Polished Clip On Earrings. From Pardy collection. These Stylish earrings are crafted in 18K Yellow Gold and Steel. From The Famous ...
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Modern Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Diana M. Platinum diamond fashion bracelet featuring clusters of 52.00 cts pear
Located in New York, NY
Platinum diamond fashion bracelet featuring clusters of 52.00 cts pear and round diamonds Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Atalante Gold Tone with Red Crystal Fan Earings, Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Atalante Gold Tone with Red Crystal Fan Earrings Circa 1980s. 2.75" L x2.75" W. Clip On. Atalante used to manufacture jewelry for Yves Saint Laurent YSL.
Category

1980s French Vintage Modern Jewelry

Materials

Mixed Metal

Diana M. 14kt RG diamond round hoop features 7.15ct of diamonds .50ct each
Located in New York, NY
14KT Rose gold,diamond round hoop features 7.15crt of diamonds 20 stones. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-stop shop for ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

DIANA M. 18kt white gold bracelet featuring 2 rows of 11.70 cts round diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18kt white gold bracelet featuring 2 rows of 11.70 cts round diamonds Diana M is one-stop shop for all your jewelry shopping, carrying line of diamond rings, earrings, bracelets, nec...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Chaumet, Paris Estate Gold and Diamond Stylized Flame Clip Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of rope twist gold and diamond earrings designed as open stylized flames, in 18k with clip backs. Chaumet, Paris. Atw diamonds 1.14 cts. One of the oldest continuously opera...
Category

1970s French Vintage Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

1.60 Carat Rich Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
stunning ruby and diamond ring features a rich red 1.60 carat ruby accented by bright white diamonds. The ruby’s red hue is absolutely fantastic, and stands out strikingly against th...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Cuban Link Chain
Located in New York, NY
This 24" solid cuban link chain weighing 58.3 grams is made in 18 karats yellow gold. 4.75mm wide With matching bracelet , please check our inventor...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Diamond Curved Hoop Earrings, 2.20 Carat Total
Located in New York, NY
A unique hoop earrings style showcasing a cluster of round brilliant diamonds in a curved inside-out design. Diamonds weigh 2.20 carats total, F Color and I3 in Clarity. Made with 14...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diana M.Custom 20.00 cts round 4 prong diamond 14k white gold tennis necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 14k white gold graduated tennis necklace 20.00 cts round brilliant diamonds 93 stones 0.21 each set in a 4 prong setting FG color SI clarity. Excellent cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diana M 18 kt white gold diamond bangle adorned with multi diamonds 57cts
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold diamond bangle adorned with multi color white diamonds and with yellow and brown diamonds totaling 57.00cts with halo Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. PLATINUM EARRINGS SET WITH GIA DIAMONDS 2.47CT E VVS2 AND 2.63 F IF
Located in New York, NY
PLATINUM HAGNING EARRINGS SET WITH GIA DIAMONDS 2.47CT E VVS2 AND 2.63 F IF EMERALD CUTS WITH MIXED DIAMONDS PEARS AND MARQUIES 3.00CTS ADDITIONAL ON THEM Diana M is one-stop sho...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tacori Round Diamond Engagement Solitaire Ring 18k
Located in Rome, IT
An exquisite Tacori Round Solitaire Engagement Ring set in 18 carats white gold. The ring weighs 2.9 grams, size 5.5 (Sizable to most finger size), the center stone is a Natural 0.8...
Category

2010s American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. Custom 21.68 Carat 4 Prong Diamond Tennis Round Diamond
Located in New York, NY
18 kt Custom white gold 4 prong diamond tennis bracelet 21.68 cts round diamonds 0.72 each carat 30 stones FG color SI clarity. Excellent Cut.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Sapphire, Diamond and Pearl Fan Earrings
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rich blue sapphires, sparkling diamonds and seed pearls come together in these earrings designed to resemble an elegant lady's fan. The sapphires total 10.39 carats, and the diamonds...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.50 Ct Total Weight Yellow Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Rome, IT
2.5 ct total weight 18K Yellow Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Category

2010s Italian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lapis and Diamond Fan Clip Earrings
Located in New Orleans, LA
These visually striking lapis and diamond clip earrings exude both drama and sophistication. Crafted of 18K white gold with 2.66 carats of white diam...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.04 Carat F VS1 Brilliant-Cut Diamond and Platinum Ring with GIA Certificate
Located in London, GB
A diamond solitaire ring, set with a 1.04ct, F colour, VS1 clarity, round brilliant-cut diamond, in a four claw setting, with three round brilliant-cut diamonds pavé set in each shou...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Topaz and Diamond Heart Pendant, 5.00 Carat
Located in London, GB
A topaz and diamond heart pendant, central heart shaped orange topaz weighing an estimated 9.00ct, with a three row border of round brilliant cut diamonds and three baguette cut diam...
Category

Early 2000s Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, White Gold

Piaget 2.30 Carat Total Brilliant Round Diamonds Heart Brooch In White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This unique and classic heart brooch showcasing 2.30 carat total brilliant round shape diamond, DEF in color and VVS+ in clarity. Beautifully set in a open-work heart design and Made...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. 18kt Emerald and Diamond Earrings 15.71ct Emeralds 3.60cts of Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18kt Magnificent one of a kind green Emerald earrings adorned with 3.60cts of diamond set in white gold certified by C.Dunaigre
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Estate Diamond Pearl Coral Onyx 18K Gold White Ibis Bird Brooch Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
An ice breaker piece for all bird lovers! this brooch pendant is inspired by the American White Ibis, one of the most numerous wading birds in Florida. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, ...
Category

1990s American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 15.25 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Band
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite emerald cut eternity band. 15 individually GIA certified emerald cut diamonds weighing 15.25 carats , make up this magnificent ring. Diamonds are colorless (D E F) and cla...
Category

2010s American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Round Brilliant Cut Halo Diamond Ring
Located in Rome, IT
Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Engagement Ring. The ring weighs 5.3 grams, size 5.25, the center stone is a Natural ~0.33 ct R...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Invisibly-Set Ruby Diamond Crescent Drop Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Invisibly-set ruby and diamond drop earrings, featuring three graduating crescent-shaped oval drops in rubies and diamonds. Handcrafted in polished 18k white gold. Rubies weighing 24...
Category

2010s Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Modern Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

4 Carat Diamond Cluster Earrings E/F Color
Located in Rome, IT
4 ct Pear, Marquise & Princess Cut Diamond Flower Shape Cluster 18k White Gold Cuff Earrings
Category

2010s Italian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond

Diamond-Set Tennis Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A diamond-set tennis bracelet, consisting of fifty-two round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 4.01 carats in total, all set in four-slaw collets, with snap clasp and two safety catches, mounted in white gold, hallmarked 18ct gold, London, measuring approximately 18 cm long and 0.3cm wide, gross weight 17.5 grams. A diamond-set bracelet in perfect condition. A lively and glittering bracelet from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. Sometimes called eternity bracelets, the term tennis bracelet became popular when iconic tennis player Chris Evans...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A full eternity ring, the forty-seven round brilliant-cut diamonds, weighing a total of 0.33 carats, set to a millegrain edge white mount measuring ...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Full Eternity Ring
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Square-Cut Diamond Set Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A square-cut diamond set full eternity ring, the twenty four square-cut diamonds weighing an estimated total of 3.6 carats, channel set to a 4mm wide white mount, later hallmarked 18...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Issac Nussbaum 18k Yellow Gold Foxtail Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Marvelous workmanship, is showcased in this handmade Italian 18 karat yellow gold foxtail style woven necklace. Weighing an impressive 75 Grams of gold with a 6 mm thickness. Finley ...
Category

2010s American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold

Ruby and Mother-of-Pearl Floral Earrings
Located in New Orleans, LA
The exquisite rubies at the heart of these captivating earrings hail from Mozambique and total 1.12 carats. Rubies from this region are highly sought after for their brilliant red hu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum

Pair of Natural Pearl and Diamond Tassel Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of natural pearl and diamond tassel drop earrings, each earring comprising three drop tassels of ten natural pearls, accompanied by a Gem & Pearl Laboratory report number 0383...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl, Diamond, Platinum

Diamond-Set Half Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond-set half eternity ring, consisting of seven baguette cut diamonds and six princess-cut diamonds set in-between, weighing 0.5 carats in total, all channel-set in white gold ...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large Burma Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A large sapphire and diamond cluster ring, the oval mixed-cut Burma sapphire weighing a total 5.69 carats surrounded by fourteen round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a total estimat...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Modern Diamond Platinum and Gold Duck Brooch, circa 2000
Located in London, GB
A diamond set duck brooch, with round brilliant-cut diamonds, with pinky-brown tint to represent feathers, pavé set in platinum, with an 18ct yellow gold wing and oxidised metal deta...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Pair of Ruby and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of ruby and diamond cluster earrings, each earring in the form of a flower-head, centrally set with a round faceted emerald fo...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Bicolor Tourmaline Ring Gem 17.68 Carat Emerald Cut Loose Gemstone
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exceptional 17.68 carat, "loupe clean", Bicolor Tourmaline emerald-cut gem, offered loose to a fine gemstone connoisseur. Returns are accepted and paid by us within 7 days of deliver...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Modern Jewelry

Materials

Tourmaline, Other

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

Beautiful 18 Karat Gold Classic Diamond Hoop Earrings, total weight 15.83 Carat
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Beautiful 18K White Gold Classic, and so classy, Diamond Hoop Earrings, with 46 Diamonds weighing a total of 15.83 Carats.
Category

2010s American Modern Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

South Sea Pearl and Diamond Bakelite Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A Bakelite Bracelet, comprising of two outer rows of white Bakelite, with gold coloured South Sea pearls set in-between, and eight-cut diamonds set...
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, Silver

Half Eternity Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A half eternity diamond ring, consisting of nineteen baguette-cut diamonds, weighing 0.33 carats in total, all channel-set in white gold mou...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Reverse Set Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Reverse set sapphire and Diamond Earrings. 10.73 ct diamonds 21.31 ct sapphires 18 karat gold
Category

2010s American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Diamond and White Gold Earrings, circa 1990
Located in London, GB
A pair of South Sea pearl and diamond earrings, with central 18mm South Sea pearls, surrounded by rubies and diamonds, in a repeating pattern of ...
Category

Early 2000s Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

GIA Certifed 0.91 Carat Orange Heart Shape Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This very rare color diamond is graded by the GIA to be untreated fancy deep brownish yellow orange. The remarkable diamond is set in a 18k gold handmade Italian setting. The incredible craftsmanship not often found on pendants this size has the pendant finely suspended from a fine delicate chain, thus ensuring it to sit perfectly This magnificent pendant is the epitome of minimalist perfection. chic, fashion ,perfection. Natural orange color diamonds referred by many as pumpkin colored diamonds are from the rarest diamonds...
Category

2010s American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond

18 Karat Yellow Gold Cuban Link Chain Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A classic cuban link chain Made with 18K Yellow Gold. 64 grams in weight and 8.40 inches in length. Made in Italy. 9.20mm wide 3.60mm high Style available in different price range...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Tennis Necklace, Features 3.13Cts of Round Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
"14K White Gold Diamond Tennis Necklace, Features 3.13Cts of Round Diamonds. FG color and SI calrity and Excellent cut 17" inche...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

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