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.
Find a collection of modern watches, bracelets, engagement rings, necklaces, earrings and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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Silvorra Handmade Opal Gemstone Tennis Necklace in 16 inch 925 Silver Strand
Located in New York, NY
This necklace features opal totalling 14.34 carats, bezel set in 925 sterling silver. Each gemstone is bezel set and linked in a linear design, allowing fluid movement. Measuring 16 ...
Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver
Christian Lacroix Gilded and Jeweled Brutalist Heart Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Christian Lacroix Paris brooch features a Baroque heart shape with a dangling charm. The gilded metal brutalist framing is carved and textured, adorned with metallic br...
Gilt Metal
Genuine Ruby Bolo Bracelet Sterling Silver
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous bolo bracelet is sterling silver. It was made for Kay by Chuck Clemency. It features 7 oval cut, 4x5mm ruby gemstones. The bracelet is adjustable from 5 to 9 inches. ...
Ruby, Sterling Silver
$1,161Sale 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...
Topaz, Peridot, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Set in 18K white Gold, Emerald Sugarloaf, Green Enamel & Diamond Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald & Green Enamel Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald Sugarloaf is 12.98 carats. The...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Antigona Paris Gilt Metal and Blue Resin Bird Brooch
By Antigona
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antigona Paris designed this stunning giant bird brooch. The dimensional shape boasts a giant bird. The bird's wings are in satin-finished gilded metal, complemented by a translucent...
Gilt Metal
$517Sale Price / item|44% Off
Statement Pear Amethyst Earrings Studs with Colorless Topaz, silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style amethyst earrings silver, gold. Dangle amethyst earrings. Cocktail earrings with amethysts, Silver Gold-Plated Drop Earrings with Amethysts and Topaz. Luxury Amethyst D...
Amethyst, Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
$1,161Sale 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...
Topaz, Citrine, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$464Sale 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
$511Sale Price / item|44% Off
Ruby solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round 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 (central s...
Ruby, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Fred Paris Mouvementée Platinum Diamond Ring, 1.25ct, France, 1990s
By Fred Paris
Located in New York, NY
A striking and highly sculptural diamond ring by the celebrated French jewelry house FRED Paris. Crafted in luxurious Pt950 platinum, this Mouvementée ring features an organically fl...
Diamond, Platinum
$871Sale 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
$511Sale 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
Ring with brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.20ct 14k gold 8.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold ring set with brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approx. 1.20ct - G/H - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.75 - EU. 18 (56) detailed description the top of the ring is 5.8 mm wi...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Formal Blue Topaz Heart Necklace 18 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful necklace is sterling silver. Each of the genuine London blue heart cut topaz stones weighs 1 carat for a total of 5 carats. There are 17 round cut 3.5mm white zircons that accent the chain throughout. It measures 18 inches...
Topaz, Sterling 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
Boucheron Serpent Boheme Toi et Moi Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring Sz 7
By Boucheron
Located in Feasterville, PA
A stunning Boucheron ring from the Serpent Bohème collection, capturing elegance and symbolism since 1968. This ring is crafted from rich 18k yellow gold, featuring Boucheron’s sign...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K white Gold, 2.74 carat, Aquamarines & Diamonds Band Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Aquamarine Band Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Aquamarine is 2.74 carats. The Diamonds weight is 0.17 c...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14KT White Gold Round Brilliant Diamond Six-Prong Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in Antwerp, BE
A timeless solitaire look that provides maximum brilliance and a clean, refined aesthetic. The six-prong architecture offers enhanced protection for the diamonds while creating a cla...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
$464Sale 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
Bvlgari Monete 18K Yellow Gold Ancient Greek Coin Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Monete Necklace. Crafted with historical reverence, this necklace embodies Bvlgari's fusion of ancient artistry and modern elegance. The substantial curb-link...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angela Caputi Black and Gilded Resin Disk Dangle Clip Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
These stunning Angela Caputi, made in Italy, resin and metal clip-on earrings feature a dangling shape with black resin geometric elements contrasted with an important metallic coate...
Brutalist Sculptural Cuff Bracelet Vintage 2008 Paris Gold Plated
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brutalist Sculptural Gold Plated Cuff Bracelet World on Fire Archival Statement Jewelry Designer J DAUPHIN Handcrafted in Paris in 2008, this rare archival cuff bracelet is a collec...
Gold Plate, Brass, Gold
$511Sale 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
$418Sale 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
$511Sale Price / item|44% Off
Bezel Set Oval Opal Wide Matte Band silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Bezel Set Oval Opal Wide Matte Band ring silver, gold. Oval Solitaire Ring. Minimalist Luxury Pinky Ring. Vintage Style Signet Ring for Men with Oval Opal . Oval Pinky Ring for Men. ...
Opal, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$464Sale 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
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
Cartier Panthere Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
This Cartier Panthère Necklace, crafted in 18k white gold, epitomizes the maison's iconic feline motif. The Panthère collection, a hallmark of Cartier's design legacy, showcases the ...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ring with sapphire up to 1.40ct amd single cut diamonds up to 0.28ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold ring set with a central sapphire of 1.40ct and surrounded by single-cut diamonds of 0.28ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7 – EU. 17.25(54) detailed description: The...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Forget-Me-Not Lab Sapphire Flower Stud Earrings in Black Rhodium Silver
Located in Istanbul, TR
Blue Lab Sapphire Yellow Lab Sapphire Flower Stud Earrings in Black Rhodium Sterling Silver. Forget-Me-Not Flower Stud Earrings with Blue ans Yellow lab Sapphires. These unique flo...
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Rhodium, Silver
Ring with pink sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.22ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold ring set with a pink sapphire in the center totaling 1.06ct and surrounded by brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.22ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5 (55...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mid Century 4.40ct Lab-Created Sapphire & Baguette Diamond Ring
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
The ring is a three-stone ring featuring a prominent, deep blue, pear-cut center sapphire gemstone, flanked by two white, baguette-cut side diamonds. The setting and band are made of...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$348Sale 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
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
$511Sale 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
Tiffany & Co. Signed Silver Bangle
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous silver Tiffany & Co band Has a scooped central section on the band. The bangle is modelled in silver and has the signature on the inside of the band also. Inner ...
Silver
$511Sale 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
$511Sale 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
1970's 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Hinge Lock Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a band ring centering a working hinged hook lock Flanked by split shoulders with grooved shank Stamped for 14 karat gold Circa: 1970s Ring Size: 7 1/2 and sizable Measure...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
The Queen Paris 18KT Gold Diamond-Set Ladies Watch with Asprey Diamond Buckle
By Asprey
Located in Braintree, GB
A highly decorative ladies jewellery watch signed The Queen Paris, in 18KT yellow gold. The small octagonal case is surrounded by a substantial pave set diamond border with square cu...
18k Gold
1990s Vintage Lalique Gold Tone Crystal Ondine Cocktail Ring
By Lalique
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage Ondine cocktail ring designed by Lalique in 1990s. It is crafted in base metal and is gold plated. The piece features crystal. Signed with “Lalique”. Comes in an o...
$1,695Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 17.5CT Rainbow Multi Sapphire Tennis Bracelet in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant multicolor tennis bracelet features 17.5 carats of multi sapphire gemstones crafted in 925 sterling silver. It showcases a vibrant array of multi colored sapphires prong...
Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
GIA Certified 2.22 Carat Natural Diamond White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
GIA Certified 2.22 Carat Natural Diamond White Gold Stud Earrings GIA report numbers: 5231334520, 2231897767 Diamonds: 1.12 H SI2 round brilliant natural diamond, 1.10 H I1 natural ...
Diamond, White Gold
Clear Lucite Bracelet Bangle with Denim Blue Crystal Rhinestones
Located in Atlanta, GA
This superb Lucite bracelet bangle features a domed shape in a transparent pale yellow color. The bangle is ornate with massive denim blue crystal rhinestones and tiny silver ones. T...
$517Sale Price / item|44% Off
Amethyst and Colorless Topaz Drop Earrings silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage style amethyst earrings silver, gold. Dangle amethyst earrings. Cocktail earrings with amethysts. Elegant drop earrings designed with a refined celestial motif, featuring st...
Amethyst, Topaz
$418Sale 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
Multi Gemstone Bolo Bracelet Sterling Silver
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful bolo bracelet is sterling silver. It features 7 oval cut, 4x6mm amethyst, citrine, peridot, garnet and blue topaz gemstones. Measurements: 1/4 of an inch at its wides...
Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver
18k white gold earrings with aventurine and brilliant-cut diamonds up to 0.16ct
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold earrings set with aventurine and brilliant-cut diamonds up to 0.16ct – F/G – VS/SI Detailed description: The dimensions of the earrings are 2.0 cm long by 1.1 cm wid...
Diamond, Aventurine, 18k Gold, White Gold
$511Sale Price / item|44% Off
Amethyst solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round Amethyst Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Amethyst Ring. Emerald Cut Amethyst Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weight: 4 gr depends from size 1 pi...
Amethyst, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Pearl and Moissanite Drop Hoop Earrings silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pearl and Moissanite Drop Hoop Earrings silver, gold. Elegant Pearl and Moissanite Drop Earrings. White Pearl and Pavé Stone Earrings. Elegant pearl hoop earrings with a luminous w...
Cultured Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
$1,129Sale Price / item|55% Off
Peridot 14k gold earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Peridot 14k gold earrings. Green gemstone earrings. Casual earrings with natural gemstones. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr Gemstones: peridot, green color, pear cut, 10x7.5mm Side ge...
Peridot, Topaz, Gold
$1,064Sale Price|24% Off
36.15 Carat Natural Loose Baby Pink Kunzite Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 36.15 carat Dimensions 20x16.4x13.4 mm Treatment Heater Origin Afghan Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Cushion This exquisite 36.15 carat natural baby pink kunzite disp...
Kunzite
$522Sale Price / item|50% Off
Pear Peridot silver, gold earrings
Located in Istanbul, TR
Peridot silver, gold earrings. Green gemstone earrings. Casual earrings with natural gemstones. Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating over Weight: 4 gr Gemstones: peridot, green col...
Peridot, Topaz, Gold, Silver
$501Sale Price / item|70% Off
1.5 ct oval peridot silver, gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
1.5 ct oval peridot silver, gold ring. Peridot solitaire. Plain peridot ring. Oval cut peridot ring. Peridot engagement ring. Wave band ring. Metal: silver 925 plus 14k gold plating...
Peridot, Gold Plate, Silver
ARAYIAN Mozambique Ruby and Diamond Three-Stome ring
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
This ring features a 1.28-carat Mozambique ruby in an emerald cut, set between two baguette-cut diamonds totaling 0.39 carats. Crafted in 18 karat white gold, the design is clean, ba...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid Century Modern Akoya and Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Omega Back Cluster Earrings
Located in Towson, MD
These estate 14 karat yellow gold Akoya pearl and diamond floral cluster earrings are a charming and beautifully executed example of mid century inspired fine jewelry design, present...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,161Sale Price / item|50% Off
Octagon amethyst ring for men in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
14K Solid Gold Round Amethyst Ring For Men's. Mens Solid Gold Amethyst Ring. Octagon Cut Solitaire Ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 4 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) - ame...
Topaz, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
14K Yellow Gold Turquoise & Onyx Diamond Clip-On Door Knocker Earrings
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Bold, sculptural, and unmistakably chic, these 14K yellow gold door knocker earrings showcase a striking interplay of color and form. Suspended from diamond-accented hoops totaling 0...
Diamond, Turquoise, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$493Sale Price / item|50% Off
Peony flower ring with garnet, silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Peony flower ring with garnet, silver, gold. Golden Peony Ring. Floral peony ring. Blossoming Peonies Ring. Vintage Style Floral Nature Engagement Ring Metal: silver 925 plus 14k g...
Garnet, Gold Plate, Silver