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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Silvorra Abstract Round Emerald May Birthstone Bubble Cluster Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous emerald cluster ring features 0.9 carats of round cut emeralds set in 925 sterling silver. The mixed size gemstones are carefully arranged in an organic clustered desig...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$522Sale Price / item|44% Off
Art Deco Signet Ring for Men with Garnet, silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Art Deco Signet Ring for Men with Garnet, silver, gold. Rectangular Garnet Ring for Men. Men’s Garnet Signet Ring. Vintage Pinky Ring, Gift for Him Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold ...
Garnet, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$445Sale Price / item|44% Off
Vintage Style Pearl and Moissanites Drop Earrings silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style pearl earrings silver, gold. Dangle shell pearl earrings. Bow Pearl Drop Earrings with Moissanites in Gold Plated Silver. Floral Bow Pearl Earrings...
Cultured Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage 1980s 10K Yellow Gold Peridot Solitaire Ring Size 7
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful, unique 1980s ring is 10k yellow gold. It features an oval cut, 8x10mm peridot gemstone. The face of this ring measures 1/2 of an inch north to south with a rise of 7m...
Peridot, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
$356Sale Price / item|50% Off
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings, Fields with flowers painting.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with topazs, fields of flowers drawing. Blue and yellow flowers. Handmade flower themed Shell Earrings with opal. Beach Wedding bridal stud earrin...
Pearl, Blue Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
$522Sale Price / item|44% Off
Oval Bezel Peridot Ring for Men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Signet Ring with Peridot for Men silver, gold. Oval Solitaire Ring. Minimalist Luxury Pinky Ring. Vintage Style Signet Ring for Men with Oval Peridot. Oval Pinky Ring for Men Metal:...
Peridot, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Angela Caputi Pink and Gold Resin Dangle Flamenco Floral Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning Angela Caputi, made-in-Italy, resin clip-on earrings feature an important dangling design with wavy-shaped floral elements. The pieces boast antique rose, gold, turquo...
$445Sale Price / item|44% Off
Button Pearl and Moissanite Drop Earrings silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Button Pearl and Moissanite Drop Earrings silver, gold. Elegant Button Pearl and Moissanite Drop Earrings. Floral design pearl earrings. A refined pair of drop earrings crafted in...
Cultured Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
GIA Certified 6.00 Carats Multi-Shape F/VS1 Diamonds Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This extraordinary statement ring features GIA Certified multi-shape diamonds totaling 6.00 carats, graded F color and VS1 clarity, selected for their exceptional brilliance and dist...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Robinsons Eggs Blue Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Diamonds Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A regal handcrafted necklace, with extremely rare and nearly flawless sky blue Sleeping Beauty Turquoises in a beautifull graduated size. This necklace features genuine high grade ge...
Turquoise, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$522Sale Price / item|44% Off
Signet Ring with Amethyst for Men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Signet Ring with Amethyst for Men silver, gold. Square Solitaire Ring. Minimalist Luxury Pinky Ring. Modern Gentleman Jewelry Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weight: 4....
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Cartier Juste un Clou Ring, Classic Model — 18K White Gold & Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A striking and iconic ring inspired by the simplicity of a common nail, elevated to a piece of extraordinary refinement. Crafted in 18K white gold, this design is adorned with twent...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Solid White Gold Diamond Ring with Ruby
Located in Naples, NY
I ship all my products from the USA! Not my handwork! I'm selling my used CIRARI Ruby and Diamond ring! I bought it about 3 years ago on Gemshoping TV. At that time I wore white go...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Bracelet in 925 Sterling Silver – 3.5mm, 16cm
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This dainty bracelet features vibrant 3.5mm natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise beads in a rich, consistent sky-blue color. Each bead is smoothly polished to highlight the exceptional ...
Turquoise, Silver
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Figural Leaf Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Italian silver brooch or pin. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. In the form of a leaf or fern frond. Secured with a pin and safety catch to the reverse. Ful...
Sterling Silver
$522Sale Price / item|44% Off
Signet Ring with Garnet for Men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Signet Ring with Garnet for Men silver, gold. Square Solitaire Ring. Minimalist Luxury Pinky Ring. Modern Gentleman Jewelry Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weight: 4.5 ...
Garnet, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$330Sale Price / item|55% Off
925 Silver Aquamarine & Diamond Halo Evil Eye Paperclip Chain Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This refined 0.75 Carat Marquise Aquamarine set at the center, framed by a delicate diamond halo is crafted in 925 sterling silver. This pendant features a refined marquise silhouett...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$522Sale Price / item|44% Off
Oval Bezel Black Opal Ring for Men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Signet Ring with Black Opal Cabochon for Men silver, gold. Oval Solitaire Ring. Minimalist Luxury Pinky Ring. Vintage Style Signet Ring for Men with Oval Black Opal. Oval Pinky Ring ...
Black Opal, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$475Sale Price / item|50% Off
Ruby solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round Cabochon Ruby Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Ruby Ring. Round Cut Ruby Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weight: 6 gr depends from size 1 piece (...
Ruby, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Ring with quartz and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.42ct 14k gold 3.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold ring set with a central quartz and brilliant-cut diamond totaling 0.42ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7 – EU. 17.25(54) detailed description: The top of the ring i...
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold
$617Sale Price / item|35% Off
Emerald solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round Emerald Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Emerald Ring. Round Cut Emerald Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weight: 6 gr depends from size 1 piece (...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Bvlgari Monete 18k Yellow Gold Ancient Coin Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
This Bvlgari Monete Necklace, crafted in 18k yellow gold, embodies the brand's Roman heritage with its genuine ancient Roman bronze coin centerpiece. The Monete collection, a corners...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K Gold, 9.18 carats, Zambian Emerald & Yellow Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very. gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald Engagement Ring set in 18K Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 9.18 carats. The Emerald is completely natural,...
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$522Sale Price / item|44% Off
Sapphire solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round Sapphire Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Sapphire Ring. Round Cut Sapphire Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over...
Sapphire, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$475Sale Price / item|50% Off
Sapphire solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round Cabochon Sapphire Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Sapphire Ring. Round Cut Sapphire Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold pla...
Sapphire, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$475Sale Price / item|50% Off
Peridot solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round Peridot Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Peridot Ring. Emerald Cut Peridot Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating ov...
Peridot, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Cartier Honeymoon Hoop Clip On 18k Yellow Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
Discover the understated elegance of Cartier's Lune de Miel earrings, a standout from the Honeymoon collection. Three staggered rows of polished gold cabochons wrap each earring, cl...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,187Sale Price / item|50% Off
Octagon peridot ring for men in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
14K Solid Gold Round Peridot Ring For Men's. Mens Solid Gold Peridot Ring. Peridot Cut Solitaire Ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 4 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) - perid...
Peridot, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,187Sale Price / item|50% Off
Octagon citrine ring for men in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
14K Solid Gold Round Citrine Ring For Men's. Mens Solid Gold Citrine Ring. Citrine Cut Solitaire Ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 4 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) - citri...
Citrine, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Paraiba Tourmaline & Pink Diamond Ring, 18K White Gold, Austy Lee
By Austy Lee
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Along with that of tapes, fringes, and other smallware's, the manufacture of cloth ribbons forms a special department of the textile industries. The essential feature of a ribbon loo...
Pink Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
John Galliano Paris Gunmetal Chain Bracelet with Dangling Charms
Located in Atlanta, GA
This rare John Galliano Paris chain bracelet features a dangling design with logo charms. The high-gloss gunmetal-finish link chain is adorned with five dangling elements, each beari...
Metal
$890Sale Price / item|50% Off
Oval cab opal ring in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Oval cab opal ring in 14k gold. Floral design ring with opal. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) - opal 8x6 mm, oval cab cut, colorless. Colorl...
Opal, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$890Sale Price / item|50% Off
Oval cab pink quarz ring in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Oval cab pink quartz ring in 14k gold. Floral design ring with pink quartz. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) - quartz 8x6 mm, oval cab cut, pi...
Quartz, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$522Sale Price / item|44% Off
Octagon Amethyst Ring Silver, Gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Octagon Amethyst Ring Silver, Gold. Black Enamel Geometric Ring. Art Deco Cocktail Ring Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating over Weight: 4.5 gr depends from size 1 piece (central ...
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
1980s Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gold Tone Pearl Enamel Chain Cufflinks
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a pair of vintage round chain cufflinks designed by YSL in 1980’s. The piece is gold plated. It features faux pearls and black enamel. Signed: “YSL” Diameter: 2cm IMPORTAN...
Fabrice Paris Silvered Metal Geometric Brooch with Agate Stone Cabochons
By Fabrice
Located in Atlanta, GA
Fabrice, Paris designed this stunning geometric brooch. The rare piece features a massive open donut design with a high-gloss silvered metal frame composition embellished with carved...
Agate
Miu Miu Turquoise and Yellow Acrylic Jeweled Bracelet Bangle with Apple Charm
By Miu Miu
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Miu Miu Italy acrylic jeweled bracelet is a cute bangle with a charm. Carved from a transparent acrylic or Lucite material, the piece is paved with crystal rhinestones all aroun...
$523Sale Price / item|44% Off
Vintage style opal earrings silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style opal earrings silver, gold. Dangle opal earrings. Cocktail earrings with opals. Weight: 5 gr Metal: silver 925 plus 14k gold plating over Central gemstone: opal, oval ...
Opal, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
A Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 8"L Miami Cuban Solid Link Chain
Located in valatie, NY
A Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 8"L Miami Cuban Solid Link Chain. This high-quality bracelet in 8" is a standard men’s or ladies wrist size. It is characterized by round, interlocking link...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Jazz Pear & Round Diamond Platinum Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in University Place, WA
A graceful drop pendant necklace from Tiffany & Co.'s Jazz collection, crafted in platinum and set with three bezel-set diamonds in a vertical arrangement: a smaller pear-shaped ...
Diamond, Platinum
$522Sale Price / item|44% Off
Emerald solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round Emerald Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Emerald Ring. Round Cut Emerald Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weight: 6 gr depends from size 1 piece (...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$522Sale Price / item|44% Off
Topaz solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round Topaz Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Topaz Ring. Emerald Cut Topaz Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weigh...
Topaz, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Diamond Multi-Row 14 Karat Yellow Gold Floral Motif Wide Band Ring Modern
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elegant and distinctive, this Diamond Multi-Row Floral Motif Wide Band Ring is beautifully crafted in 14 Karat Yellow Gold and showcases 81 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling appr...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Earrings with coral and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.03ct 18k gold 3.3 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold stud earrings set with coral and brilliant-cut diamonds up to 0.03ct – F/G – VS/SI Detailed description: The dimensions of the stud/pendant are 8.6 mm long by 7.7 m...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
5.00 Carat Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.00 carat Dimensions 12.9x7.9x6.4mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Emerald This beautiful 5.00 carat natural tourmaline displays a refresh...
Tourmaline
GIA Certified 2.50 Carat L VS2 Radiant Natural Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
GIA Certified 2.50 Carat L VS2 Radiant Natural Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring GIA report number: 6214295463 Metal: 14k yellow gold Weight: 3.25 grams Diamond: 2.50 carat L VS2 rad...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$475Sale Price / item|50% Off
Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Heart Garnet and Topaz
Located in Istanbul, TR
Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Heart Garnet and Topaz. Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Garnet and Topaz Perfect "You n I" Gold Birthmonth gemstones ring. Metal: 925 silver + 14k yellow gold p...
Garnet, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
$427Sale Price / item|55% Off
Amethyst 12 MM Huggie Earrings, Micro Pave Hoop Earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst 12 MM Huggie Earrings, purple gemstones Micro Pave Hoop Earrings, Small huggy earrings. Metal: silver 925 plus 14k gold plating over Earring size: The Inner diameter of Ear...
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Silver
$890Sale Price / item|50% Off
Marquise sapphire vintage style 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style 14k gold ring. Marquise sapphire and moissanites 14k gold ring. Genuine sapphire ring. Blue sapphire ring. Old style engagement ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.8 gr d...
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Giant Estate Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A regal handcrafted necklace, with extremely rare and pure Sleeping Beauty Turquoises in a large size. This necklace features genuine high grade genuine turquoises from the sleeping ...
Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.80 Carats F/VS1 Heart Diamonds Pavé Band Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This elegant ring features a GIA Certified 1.50 carat Heart Shape diamond, graded F color and VS1 clarity, selected for its exceptional brilliance and beautifully defined romantic si...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Juste un Clou 18K White Gold Classic Bracelet with Diamonds, Size 15
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
Circa unknown. This Cartier bracelet redefines elegance with its innovative design. Crafted in 18k white gold, it transforms a common nail into a statement of luxury. The Juste un C...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$475Sale Price / item|50% Off
Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Heart Citrine and Peridot
Located in Istanbul, TR
Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Heart Citrine and Peridot. Toi et Moi Gemstone Ring: Citrine and Peridot Perfect "You n I" Gold Birthmonth gemstones ring. Metal: 925 silver + 14k yellow ...
Citrine, Peridot, Gold Plate, Silver
$522Sale Price / item|44% Off
Garnet solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Silver, Gold Round Garnet Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Garnet Ring. Baguette Cut Garnet Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weight: 4 gr depends from size 1 piece (...
Garnet, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18k Yellow Gold Chain Necklace, 45cm Long, 12g, Excellent Condition
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace - 45 cm long detailed description: necklace is 45 cm long and 1.7 mm wide total weight: 12.0 grams hallmark present and tested for gold content necklace...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
E.HABAN 18k gold lock with brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.00ct on pearl necklace
Located in The Hague, ZH
E. HABAN 18k white gold clasp set with brilliant-cut diamonds up to 1.00 ct – F/G – VS/SI – on a pearl necklace – 55 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 55 cm long and 7.6...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Ring with sapphire and old mine cut diamonds up to 0.40ct 14k gold 7.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold signet ring set with sapphire and old mine cut diamond total 0.40ct - J/K - piq infinite - ring size U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5(55) detailed description: the top of the ring is ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
2001 Tiffany & Co .925 Sterling Silver Wide Cuff Bracelet
Located in Sewickley, PA
This iconic Tiffany & Co. Cuff bracelet is crafted in sterling silver and is dated/stamped 2001, showcasing the bold minimalist aesthetic that defined early 200s Tiffany jewelry. The...
Sterling Silver
Necklace and hartshaped pendant with brilliant cut diamonds 1.50ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a pendant set with brilliant cut diamonds 1.50ct - F/G - VS - 45 cm long detailed description the necklace is 45 cm long and 1.0 mm wide the pendant ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$428Sale Price / item|55% Off
Freshwater 12 MM Huggie Earrings, Micro Pave Hoop Earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Freshwater pearl 12 MM Huggie Earrings, white Freshwater pearl Micro Pave Hoop Earrings, Small huggy earrings. Metal: silver 925 plus 14k gold plating over Earring size: The Inner d...
Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver