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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
Mens Rolex Oyster Perpetual 6050 18k Gold 32mm Automatic 1950s Vintage RA439B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Luxurious classic, Men's 18k solid gold Rolex Oyster Perpetual ref.6050 bubble back automatic, c.1953, untouched dial, in excellent working condition. Verified authentic by a master ...
Category

1950s Swiss Vintage Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Swatch GK291 Be Mine year 1999 Original Box
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

Rolex Daytona Mint Pink Dial 2020 Service Papers Rose Gold Box and Paper
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Daytona REFERENCE: 116505 SIZE: 40mm CASE: 18k Rose Gold DIAL: Pink BEZEL: 18k Rose Gold BAND: 18k Rose Gold MOVEMENT: Automatic Mint condition 2020 Service card...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Hermes Silver Stainless Steel Leather Medor W028322WW00 Women's Wristwatch 23 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Experience the epitome of luxury with an authentic Hermes Medor watch. Expertly crafted, it showcases timeless design, comfortable fit, and versatile look, making it the ultimate sym...
Category

2010s French Contemporary Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Can be accommodated with an appraisal upon request, after return period. Has been re-polished BRAND: Rolex MODEL: Explorer II REFERENCE: 16570 SIZE: 40mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Piaget White Gold Diamond "Dune" Strap Quartz Wristwatch
Located in Chicago, IL
New Piaget 18K white gold watch, with pave diamond accent on watch case and buckle, mother of pearl dial, Roman numeral markers, quartz movement, shiny blac...
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chopard La Strada Ladies in Steel with Partial Diamond on Bezel
Located in Antwerp, BE
Chopard La Strada Ladies in Steel with Partial Diamond on Bezel, 24 mm Model: Chopard La strada Reference number: 8357 Movement: Quartz Functions: Hours, Minutes, Small seconds Case: Rectangle, Stainless steel, measurements case length 24 mm x height 35 mm, thickness 9.5 mm, Partial diamonds on bezel, Waterproof 3 ATM, Sapphire glass Dial: White dial, Roman numerals, Strap: Chopard steel strap...
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

4 Time Zone Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in pink gold 18kt set with 253 diamonds 2.97 cts on bezel and dial with 4 time zones, prong buckle alligator strap quartz movement. We do not guarantee...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

4 Time Zone Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in pink gold 18kt set with 253 diamonds 2.97 cts on bezel and dial with 4 time zones, prong buckle alligator strap quartz movement.   We do not guaran...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pierre Arpels Lady’s Wrist Watch
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Van Cleef & Arpels Pierre Arpels Lady’s Wrist Watch. It depicts an 18K/750 gold round case with coral color dial that has Roman numerals and gold tone hour/minute hands. A ...
Category

20th Century Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Hermes Kelly Watch Silver Cadena Lock Black Epsom Leather Strap 2004
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Authentic, preowned, vintage Kelly Cadena Lock Charm Watch in silver metal with black Epsom Calfskin leather, made in 2004. The strap is stamped H in a square (2004 production); the...
Category

Early 2000s French Contemporary Watches

18 Karat White Gold Hand-Engraved Agate Compass Travel Dial Wrist Watch
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat white gold hand-engraved agate compass travel dial wrist watch. This splendid one-of-a-kind watch is made exclusively for travel lovers in 18 karat white gold. Encompassing...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Watches

Materials

Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hermes Silver Stainless Steel Leather Medor W028321WW00 Women's Wristwatch 23 mm
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The charm of a finely crafted wristwatch accompanies the wearer through the years and to any occasion they have a date for. It is this charm, infused with timeless luxury, that makes...
Category

2010s French Contemporary Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

Chronograph Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Chronograph watch in steel set with white mother of pearl dial prong buckle alligator strap quartz movement
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Vintage Swatch GJ109 Chaise Longue Year 1993 Original Box
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

Steel Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in steel, Sura dial, bezel set with 138 diamonds 2.51 cts with prong buckle alligator strap quartz movement.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

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

Cartier Ballon Bleu ref 3765 Stainless Steel 42mm Automatic Mens' Watch, c2020.
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

Steel Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in steel, silver dial 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

Steel

Montega Saudi Arabia Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Montega watch in steel, Saudi Arabia dial, bezel set with 48 diamonds 0.89 cts with prong buckle alligator strap quartz movement                
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

Piaget Ladies White Gold Diamond Polo Bracelet quartz Wristwatch
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 Gruen Precision Chronograph 1970's, Ref. # 770R, 2 Register Cal # 7733
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

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

Corum Montre Pot-Pourri Natural Diamond & Gemstone Ladies Watch 137.520.47
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

Vintage Swatch GK371 Cupid's Bow Year 2002 Original Box
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

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

Universal Geneve Swiss Mechanical 18k Gold & Diamond Watch
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A fantastic vintage 1970s ladies Universal Geneve ladies cocktail watch, reminiscent of the timeless tank design. The sleek black onyx dial with gold hands is encased in a luxurious ...
Category

1970s Vintage Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Swatch GZ152 Light Tree Year 1996 Original Box
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Swatch for Christmas holidays! The box is a real ball with which you can decorate the Christmas tree and also surprise those who receive the gift. The watch is kept inside, with a transparent plastic strap and refined lines, the dial is transparent and the gears can be seen inside. Five fairy...
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
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 7.5 Very Good conditio...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Swatch GN128 Algarve Year 1993 Original Box
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

Bulgari Ladies Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Scuba automatic Bracelet Wristwatch
Located in Chicago, IL
Brand new, never worn, ladies Bulgari, 18K yellow gold and steel ladies Scuba bracelet watch, case measures 38mm, automatic movement in original box, with two year warranty Last kno...
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Vintage Swatch GK226 Protect Year 1996 Original Box
Located in Milano, IT
Vintage Swatch with a minimal design and acid green color, along the entire strap there is the writing "protect your choices" to remind the wearer every...
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

The Number ‘8’ Diamond Watch
Located in Macau, MO
The magnificent Number ‘8’ Watch ! Strap:Genuine ostrich leather with spring deployment clasp. Dial:Polished surface with 5 sub disc dials,tritium coated ov...
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond

Pink & White Gold Diamond Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in pink and white gold 18kt set with 4 pear-shaped diamonds 1.28 cts case dial and bracelet set with 354 diamonds 4.87 cts quartz movement. We do not guarantee the functioning...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Number “8” Diamond Watch
Located in Macau, MO
The magnificent Number ‘8’ Watch ! Strap:Genuine leather with spring deployment clasp. Dial:Polished surface with 5 sub disc dials,tritium coated oversized ...
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond

Vintage Swatch GG116 Frische Fische Year 1992 Original Box
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

Rolex Explorer II Black Dial Box and Papers
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

Bell & Ross BR 01-92 in Steel with Diamond Bezel on Black Leather Strap
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

Henry Dunay Lady's White Gold Diamond Quartz Wristwatch
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

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

Bedat Ladies Stainless Steel Diamond No. 7 Automatic Wristwatch
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

Montblanc Sport Chronograph steel case and leather bracelet
Located in MADRID, ES
This timepiece, featuring a chronograph and calendar, features a silver-tone sunburst dial. The sunburst dial is a decorative finish applied to a watch face, giving the impression of...
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Diamond Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in white gold 18kt set with 4 pear-shaped diamonds 1.28 cts case dial and bracelet set with 354 diamonds 4.87 cts quartz movement. We do not guarantee the functioning of this ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Montblanc Start steel case 44mm
Located in MADRID, ES
This chronograph and calendar piece is unique in that it features a guilloché dial, a decorative engraving technique in which a complex, repeating design pattern is mechanically engr...
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Tiffany Atlas Stainless Steel Wristwatch Large Size
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tiffany Atlas Stainless Steel Large Wristwatch Large Size. The Tiffany Atlas Stainless Steel Large Wristwatch from around 2000, is housed with a quartz movement. Very elegant and s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

United Arab Emirates Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in steel, Emirats arabes unis dial, bezel set with 138 diamonds 2.25 cts with prong buckle alligator strap quartz movement.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, 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

Omega De Ville Hour Vision steel case and bracelet
Located in MADRID, ES
This is a very unusual piece from Omega's De Ville collection. Its case is partially made of glass, revealing the movement on the sides and caseback. It also features a co-axial move...
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Rainbow Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in pink gold 18kt set with 48 Rainbow sapphires 2.98 cts on bezel case dial set with 288 diamonds 3.84 cts and prong buckle alligator strap quartz movement. We do not guarante...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Swatch GR116 Collage Dore Year 1993 Original Box
Located in Milano, IT
Nice vintage Swatch from the 1993 collection. In the dial you can see the hand of a thief with his loot, a bag full of money. Perhaps to remind the wearer that time is money...
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Corum Temps Mecanique 36mm steel and gold case
Located in MADRID, ES
This piece has a "guilloché" dial, also known as "engine turning." This type of dial is characterized by a decorative technique applied to watches, where intricate geometric pattern...
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

1.00ctw Diamond Watch in 14K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry house with nearly 50 years of history serving elite collectors, retailers, and dealers across the country. As the founder shifts focus to new ventures, he’s releasing a final selection of investment-grade gemstone and diamond pieces—offered exclusively to 1stDibs buyers at exceptional, below-market prices. This is not a liquidation or sale—it’s a one-time opportunity to acquire legacy-level jewelry at true insider value. Each piece is final; once sold, it will not be restocked. This unique watch...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Zannetti Rana Scrigno Jewel Frog Wrist Watch / Bracelet, Diamonds & Ruby's
By ZANNETTI
Located in Antwerp, BE
Amazing Zanetti ,Rana Scrigio Diamond watch with ruby cabuchons in eyes. For special occasions as it s so exceptional. Case : 18kt solid gold Dial : ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Montega Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Montega watch in steel blackened, Sura dial with prong buckle alligator alligator quartz movement       
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Montega Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Montega watch in blackened steel, Sura dial with prong buckle alligator strap quartz movement        
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Blue Montega Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Montega watch in steel, Sura dial, bezel set with 138 diamonds 2.54 cts with prong buckle alligator strap quartz movement                 
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Diamond, Steel

18k 750 White Gold Bvlgari Diagono Men's Watch, Ref. CHW40GTA
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari Diagono Watch Model: CHW40GTA Creator: Bvlgari Case Material: 18k Gold Case Color: Silver Case Back: Exhibition Total Item Weight: 166.0 Grams Dial Color: White Indices: Sti...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vulcain Cricket vintage with steel case and leather bracelet
Located in MADRID, ES
A nice clasical piece from Vulcain
Category

1960s Swiss Vintage Contemporary Watches

Materials

Steel

Breitling Chronomat 44 Raven Black PVD Steel & Orange MB0111 Box & Papers
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Breitling Chronomat 44 Raven Watch MB0111. Bold, technical, and unmistakably Breitling, this Chronomat 44 Raven MB0111 is a striking special edition that...
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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