Contemporary Watches
CONTEMPORARY STYLE
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.
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Style: Contemporary
Vintage Swatch GG116 Frische Fische Year 1992 Original Box
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
Dive into the deep blue every time you look at this Swatch. Designed for fans of marine mysteries, shells and starfish are embossed along the strap. When you wear it you will immedia...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Van Der Bauwede Spider Tutti Frutti with Diamonds & Natural Semi Precious Stones
Located in Antwerp, BE
Amazing brand new Van Der Bauwede Spider Tutti Frutti With Diamonds & natural semi precious color stones.
A watch to sparkle for every occasion...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Stainless Steel
Corum Montre Pot-Pourri Natural Diamond & Gemstone Ladies Watch 137.520.47
By Corum
Located in Baltimore, MD
Corum Montre Pot-Pourri Natural Diamond & Colored Gemstone Ladies Watch
Reference: 137.520.47
Movement: Quartz (running well)
Metal: Stainless steel
Wrist size: Fits up to a 6.25 in...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Ebel Ladies Stainless Steel Beluga Grande Diamond Bracelet Quartz Wristwatch
By Ebel
Located in Chicago, IL
Brand new, never worn, Lady's Ebel Beluga Grande Steel Diamond Bracelet Watch, quartz movement, silver dial, blue hands, date window, deployant clasp, 36 full cut round diamonds on c...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Panerai Radiomir 3 Days GMT MINT Full set PAM 421
By Panerai
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
*MINT CONDITION
BRAND: Panerai
MODEL: Radiomir Black Seal
REFERENCE: PAM 00421
SIZE: 47mm
CASE: 18k Rose Gold
DIAL: Black
BAND: Brown
Mint condition
Accommodated with an up to da...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
18k Solid Gold Bulova Black Dial All Original Swiss Gents Wristwatch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
32 mm round marked 18K gold
11.5 gram gold weight
Original Swiss made windup movement
In working condition, not tested for time
Fresh strap
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Contemporary Watches
Materials
Gold
Lapis Lazuli & Diamond Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Lapis Lazuli & Diamond Watch, in white gold 18kt set with 12 lapis luzuli 3.02 cts,case dial and bracelet set with 264 diamonds 3.02 cts quartz movement.
Presenting an exceptional ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Swatch GJ109 Chaise Longue Year 1993 Original Box
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful vintage Swatch from the 1993 collection. I don't know about you but as soon as I look at it, the fantasy of a deckchair by the sea comes to mind, the colors are a hymn to s...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Wristwatch White Gold White Diamond Fur & Python Strap Hand Decorated NanoMosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
In Japan the foz symbolize the spirit of nature, indissoluble companion of Goddess Inari, who oversees abundance and prosperity. In the Middle East this animal, famous for its cunnin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Watches
Materials
White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Rolex Lady-Datejust Two Tone White Dial Roman Numerals
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex
MODEL: Lady-Datejust
REFRENCE: 69173
SIZE: 26mm
CASE: 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel
DIAL: White
BEZEL: 18k Yellow Gold
BAND: Jubilee 18k Yellow Gold and Stainless ...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Mixed Metal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Wristwatch Gold Amethyst White Diamond Mother-of-Pearl Micromosaic Decorated
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micromosaic watch in yellow gold 18 kt and amethysts. Satin strap. Swiss quartz movement. Limited edition of 10 pieces.
Gold Case with mother of pea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Watches
Materials
Amethyst, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
Cartier Tank Américaine Chronograph White Gold
By Cartier
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Can be accommodated with an appraisal upon request, after return period.
BRAND: Cartier
MODEL: Tank Americaine Chronograph
REFRENCE: 2312
SIZE: 16 x 45mm
CASE: 18k White Gold
DIAL: ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
White Gold
Diamond Swiss Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in white gold 18kt set with 478 diamonds 20.22 cts on case dial and bracelet quartz movement.
We do not guarantee the functioning of this watch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
New PANERAI Luminor Radiomir Black Alligator Watch Strap/Steel Buckle Set, 2012
By Panerai
Located in Tucson, AZ
PANERAI watches are not only superlative timepieces, but also striking and sleekly beautiful. This black tone-on-tone alligator strap and brushed stainless buckle set is the perfect backdrop to accentuate the watch’s elegant...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Watches
Materials
Steel
Van Der Bauwede Magnum XS, Chronograph Snake White, Black, Brown Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Van Der Bauwede Magnum XS, Chronograph Snake White,Black,Brown Diamonds
Beautiful Diamond set Van der Bauwede to match all your jewellery.
Movement: quartz, caliber 65
Functions:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Stainless Steel
1.00ctw Diamond Watch in 14K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This unique watch showcases small round cut brilliant diamonds that total up to 1.00carats and set in 14K White Gold.
Category
2010s American Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Bvlgari Silver Stainless Steel Ergon EG 35 S CH Men's Wristwatch 35 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Your everyday style deserves the touch of luxury brought by this Bvlgari men's wristwatch. Crafted using durable materials, the designer watch is set with a sturdy case, an easy-to-read dial, and a comfortable bracelet.
Includes: Original Case, Original Box, 4 Extra Links, 2 Bvlgari Watch...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Watches
Materials
Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel
WristWatch Gold Titanium White Diamonds Sapphires Alligator Strap Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micromosaic watch in titanium and diamonds. Alligator strap. Swiss quartz movement. Unique piece.
Titanium Case 35mm
NanoMosaic
Sapphire Glass
Quartz Movement (Swiss Made)
Wh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Titanium
Tiger Eye & Diamond Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in pink gold 18kt set with 12 tiger eyes 7.57 cts, case dial and bracelet set with 264 diamonds 2.99 cts quartz movement.
We do not guarantee the functioning of this watch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Der Bauwede Magnum XS silver, Chronograph, Quartz with Diamonds & Tsavorite
Located in Antwerp, BE
Van Der Bauwede Magnum XS, Chronograph, Quartz With Diamonds & Tsavorite
Movement: quartz, caliber 65
Functions: hours, minutes, subsidiary seconds, chrono functions
Case: V.D.B. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Tsavorite, Silver
Pink Gold Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in pink gold 18kt set with 247 diamonds 5.09 cts on case and prong buckle alligator strap quartz movement.
We do not guarantee the functioning ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Der Bauwede Magnum XS Chronograph, Pink Dial with Diamonds & Pink Sapphires
Located in Antwerp, BE
Van Der Bauwede Magnum XS Chronograph, Pink Dial with Diamonds & pink sapphires.
Beautiful and elegant full diamond and pink sapphire set stunning VDB watch.
Movement: quartz, cali...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Quartz, Pink Sapphire, Silver
Cartier Santos 18K White Gold Replacement Butterfly Folding Clasp #20663
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier Santos 18K White Gold Replacement Butterfly Folding Clasp
This authentic Cartier replacement clasp for the Cartier Santos watch is set in solid 18K white gold.
Stamped Cart...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Lapis Lazuli & Diamond Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in pink gold 18kt set with 26 lapis lazuli 19.48 cts, case dial and bracelet set with 393 diamonds 3.41 cts quartz movement.
We do not guarantee the functioning of this watch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in steel, silver dial, bezel set with 120 diamonds 1.78 cts with prong buckle alligator strap quartz movement.
We do not guarantee the functioning of this watch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Steel
Vintage Swatch GK291 Be Mine year 1999 Original Box
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
Historical collection Swatch Be Mine year 1999. This is the vintage Swatch collection. The watch has greedy chocolates on the strap, a pink dial and ...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Watch Gold White Diamonds Sapphires Satin Strap Hand Decorated with Micro Mosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Automatic Watch White Gold White Diamonds Sapphires Alligator Strap Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Yellow Gold Diamond Bracelet manual Wristwatchi
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
Pre-owned 18K yellow gold diamond Chopard bracelet watch, manual wind, set with 152 single cut diamonds weighing 4 cts, length of bracelet is 6....
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Swatch GK402 Black Line Year 1993 Original Box
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
Sporty, simple but gritty design, this is the Swatch for those who want to wear a decisive watch with captivating details. The strap is made of soft rubber and the dial, with its num...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Vintage Gruen Precision Chronograph 1970's, Ref. # 770R, 2 Register Cal # 7733
By Gruen
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage Gruen Precision Chronograph 1970's Ref. #770R, Cal. Valjoux #7733
Description / Condition: All watches have been professionally scrutinized an...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu ref 3765 Stainless Steel 42mm Automatic Mens' Watch, c2020.
By Cartier
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This instantly-recognisable Cartier Ballon Bleu ref 3765
Gents’ Watch is an epitome of timeless sophistication
Circa 2020, the timepiece is in excellent condition &
in great worki...
Category
2010s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Henry Dunay Lady's White Gold Diamond Quartz Wristwatch
By Henry Dunay
Located in Chicago, IL
Henry Dunay 18K white gold, Sabi finish, quartz movement strap watch with diamond face on a black alligator strap with deployant buckle.
Case measures 1 1/8 inch by 7/8
Brand new, ...
Category
Early 2000s American Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex
MODEL: Explorer II
REFERENCE: 216570
SIZE: 42mm
CASE: Stainless Steel
DIAL: Black
BAND: Oyster Stainless Steel
MOVEMENT: Automatic
Very Good condition
Box and card
Acc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
NAUTICA, Watch 2020
Located in Roma, Lazio
NAUTICA, Chronograph Code N 16566G
Movement
quartz chronograph
Case
stainless steel Ø 47 mm
Dial
black
Features
original leather band
With original box
Category
2010s Contemporary Watches
Materials
Steel
Turquoise & Diamond Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in white gold 18kt set with 26 turqupoise 15.72 cts, case dial and bracelet set with 393 diamonds 3.42 cts quartz movement.
We do not guarantee the functioning of this w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Cougar 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier
MODEL: Cougar
REFRENCE: 887904
SIZE: 32mm
CASE: 18k Yellow Gold
DIAL: White
BAND: 18k Yellow Gold
MOVEMENT: Quartz
Very Good condition
Rare bracelet
No box or papers
...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Automatic Watch Gold White Diamonds Sapphire Emeralds Tsavorites Alligator Strap
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage Swatch GK144 Daiquiri Year 1992 Original Box
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
Long live autumn! This vintage Swatch with its warm colors recalls the tones of the most romantic season ever, the crocodile-like leather strap goes per...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Bell & Ross BR 01-92 in Steel with Diamond Bezel on Black Leather Strap
By Bell & Ross
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Iconic Bell & Ross Watch model BR 01 92 Diamond Automatic movement. Case steel with Diamond Bezel, case size 46 mm, comes with a black leather strap. Comes with original box and pape...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Diamond Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in white gold 18kt set with 501 diamonds 4.39 cts on case dial and prong buckle satin strap quartz movement.
We do not guarantee the functioning of this watch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Piaget Ladies White Gold Diamond Polo Bracelet quartz Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Brand new, never worn, 18K white gold ladies diamond Piaget Polo bracelet watch, quartz movement, case size 28mm, silver dial, Arabic and diamond stick markers, diamond case, model n...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Swatch GN128 Algarve Year 1993 Original Box
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful vintage Swatch from the 1993 collection. Dedicated to all lovers of the ocean in fact, as its name Algarve suggests, along the strap you can s...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Vintage Swatch GN129 Paella Year 1993 Original Box
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
Very lively vintage Swatch from the 1993 collection, cute designs and bright colors are the characteristics of this very versatile watch. To be combined...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
By Rolex
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex
MODEL: Explorer II
REFERENCE: 16570
SIZE: 40mm
CASE: Stainless Steel
DIAL: Black
BAND: Oyster Stainless Steel
MOVEMENT: Automatic
WRIST SIZE: Apx 8
Very Good condition
...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mido Multifort, Superautomatic, Powerwind, Watch 1950s
Located in Roma, Lazio
Mido Multifort, Superautomatic, Powerwind, 50'
Movement and function: self-winding cal. 917P sweep seconds
Case: stainless steel 34,5 mm screw back...
Category
1950s Vintage Contemporary Watches
Materials
Steel
Piaget Ladies White Gold Diamond Ms. Protocol Quartz Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
New Piaget 18K white gold Ms. Protocol" strap watch with diamond case, buckle and markers, mother of pearl dial, quartz movement, with leather strap. (addit...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rainbow Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Wristwatch in pink gold 18kt set with 48 Rainbow sapphires 2.98 cts on bezel case dial set with 288 diamonds 3.85 cts and prong buckle alligator strap quartz movement.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Montega watch in white gold 18kt set with 2 pear-shaped diamonds 0.81 cts case dial and bracelet set with 342 diamonds 5.63 cts quartz movement.
We do not guarantee the functioning ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Swatch GK371 Cupid's Bow Year 2002 Original Box
By Swatch
Located in Milano, IT
Sweet vintage Swatch dedicated to those who want to surprise their partner on a special occasion. The watch is kept in a transparent box filled with ma...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Watches
New Piaget 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch with Double Row Diamond Bezel
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Brand new, never worn 18K yellow gold Piaget bracelet watch, with double row diamond bezel, quartz movement, gilt dial, case size 27mm, Style 01G...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Stylish Automatic Watch Silver White Gold Dial Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Blossoming flowers and breezy butterflies are always a symbol of inspiration for SICIS Mosaic and Micro Mosaic.
Sometimes their beauty is secluded in the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Silver
Rainbow Diamond Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Rainbow wristwatch in pink gold 18kt set with 48 Rainbow sapphires 2.98 cts on bezel case dial set with 288 diamonds 3.85 cts and prong buckle alligator strap quartz movement.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Watch in White Gold, White & Black Diamonds, Pearls and MicroMosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
Malachite & Diamond Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in white gold 18kt set with 12 malachite 10.89 cts, case dial and bracelet set with 264 diamonds 3.03 cts quartz movement.
We do not guarantee the functioning of this watch.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Automatic Watch Gold White & Brown Diamonds Emeralds Sapphires Galuchat Strap
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Watches
Materials
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Gold Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in 18kt yellow gold white mother of pearl blue zone setwith 10 diamonds 0.05 cts bezel and attache set with 52 diamonds1.43 cts prong buckle alligator strap quartz movement.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Bedat Ladies Stainless Steel Diamond No. 7 Automatic Wristwatch
By Bedat
Located in Chicago, IL
Brand new in box, Ladies Bedat No. 7 automatic steel and diamond watch with gray alligator strap and deployant buckle, Roman numerals, date window, sweep second hand, guilloche dial,...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
