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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
A Mid-century Sapphire And Diamond Dress-set
Located in London, GB
A mid-century sapphire and diamond dress-set, consisting of a pair of cufflinks and four buttons, each with a quatrefoil design, centrally set with a carré-cut diamond surrounded by ...
Category

20th Century English Modern Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

A Scheherazade Necklace & Bracelet by Lucie Heskett-Brem
Located in London, GB
A handmade Scheherazade chain necklace & bracelet suite, by Lucie Heskett-Brem the Gold Weaver of Lucerne, consisting of interlocking links made in yellow gold, with hidden clasps, h...
Category

20th Century Swiss Modern Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

A Pearl, Diamond And Emerald Duck Head Stick-pin
Located in London, GB
An Early 20th century pearl, diamond and emerald duck head stick-pin, the head of the duck formed of a baroque pearl, with a diamond inlayed eye, the beak made of yellow gold, the collar set with five old-cut diamonds and four calibre-cut emeralds, mounted in yellow gold and platinum, bearing Austro-Hungarian gold hallmarks for 14ct gold, circa 1910, measuring 1.2 x 1.2cm, the pin measuring 6.1cm long, gross weight 2.4 grams. This antique pin is in very good condition for its age. Marked and tested as 14ct gold and platinum, with 14ct gold pin. A lustrous pearl duck...
Category

20th Century Hungarian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold

A Platinum Diamond Half Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A platinum diamond half eternity ring, thirteen round brilliant cut diamond, total weight 0.79 carat, in castle claw settings on plain shank, hallmarked 950 platinum, London 2020, maker FEU, size K 1/2, gross weight 5.0grams. This ring is new. This classic diamond half eternity ring comes 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. This ring features thirteen glinting round brilliant-cut diamonds set in a platinum mount and would make a perfect wedding ring paired...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Jewelry

Materials

Platinum

A Diamond-set Partridge Brooch
Located in London, GB
A diamond-set partridge brooch, the body pave-set with round brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh approximately 5 carats in total and a round fac...
Category

20th Century English Modern Jewelry

Materials

Platinum

A Gold Brazilian Snake Chain
Located in London, GB
A gold Brazilian snake chain with an engraved barrel clasp, measuring approximately 110 cm (43.5 inches) in length, hallmarked 18 carat gold, London 2004, bearing Bentley & Skinner s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

A pink and white diamond pave ring
Located in London, GB
A pink and white diamond pave ring, set with round brilliant-cut diamonds with two flowers set with1.25 carats of pink diamonds in a y...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Jewelry

Materials

Platinum

A Pair Of Yellow Gold And Diamond-set Serpent Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of yellow gold and diamond-set serpent earrings, each earring with two pear-shaped rose-cut diamonds in a navette-shaped frame of yellow gold in the form of two intertwined serpents, surmounted by a yellow gold forget-me-not flower, the diamonds weighing a combined total of 1.82 carats, mounted in gold with shepherd hook fittings, hallmarked, 18ct gold, London, 2016, measuring 4.5 x 1.5cm, gross weight 8.5 grams. A pair of gold and diamond-set earrings in new condition. A delicate and sparkling pair of earrings 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. This contemporary pair of earrings by the goldsmith Gaetano Chiavetta...
Category

20th Century English Modern Jewelry

A Pair Of South Sea Cultured Pearl And Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of South Sea cultured pearl and diamond earrings, each earring with a single old brilliant-cut diamond top, the one diamond weighing 0.90 carats and the other 0.91 carats, ass...
Category

20th Century English Modern Jewelry

Materials

Platinum

An Emerald-cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
An emerald-cut diamond ring, the emerald-cut diamond weighing 1.16 carats of L colour and VVS2 clarity, accompanied by De Beers Grading Report, set with six baguette-cut diamonds on ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

14K White Gold 1/2 Carat Mens Natural Blue & White Diamond Signet Ring 7.9g
Located in San Jacinto, CA
The 14K White Gold 1/2 Carat Blue & White Diamond Men's Signet Ring is a bold and sophisticated piece of jewelry designed to make a statement. Crafted from high-quality 14K white gol...
Category

2010s American Modern Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Handmade Minstrel Gold Necklace by Lucie Heskett-Brem
Located in London, GB
A handmade Minstrel gold necklace by Lucie Heskett-Brem the Gold Weaver of Lucerne, hallmarked 18ct gold, measuring approximately 45 x 0.4cm, gross weight 34.4 grams. Should you cho...
Category

2010s Russian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.48 Carat Multi Shape Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
Item Code :- SEBR-43465 Gross Wt. :- 12.07 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 10.77 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 6.48 Ct. (AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 AND COLOR H-I) Bracelet Length :- 7 Inc...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bee on Honeycomb 14k Gold Studs Earrings with with Citrines Briolettes
Located in Istanbul, TR
Bee on honeycomb 14 kt solid gold earrings studs with natural citrines briolettes. November birthstone. Gold: white and yellow (bee) 14kt solid gold. ...
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold

Hoop Earrings and Topaz Briolette Charms in 14k Gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Topaz huggy hoop earrings. Danity hoops in 14k gold. 2 ways wearrable earrings. Topaz Briolette Drop Hoop Earrings in 14k Gold. Hoop earrings and topaz briolette charms. Gold huggy h...
Category

2010s Russian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond full eternity ring, the princess-cut diamonds weighing 0.62 carats in total, all channel-set in rose gold mount, hallmarked 18ct g...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rectangular Brilliant-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A rectangular brilliant-cut diamond ring, the cut cornered rectangular modified brilliant-cut diamond, accompanied by GIA report stating to be of E colour and SI1 clarity, four doubl...
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Jewelry

Materials

Platinum

Diamond-Set Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond-set full eternity ring, the thirty-six round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 0.75 carats in total, all mounted in platinum in a fine millegrain setting, hallmarked platinum...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Platinum

Pair of Ruby and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of ruby and diamond cluster earrings, the two oval faceted rubies weighing 0.70 and 0.64cts, accompanied by GCS Report stating...
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Jewelry

Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Watch Black Index Dial Diamonds Mens Jubilee Band 126300
Located in New York, NY
Rolex Datejust 41 Steel Watch Black Index Dial Diamond Bezel Mens Jubilee Band 126300 Unworn piece. Due to custom bezel sale comes with a Rolex box, Appraisal Certificate, In-house ...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Single Stone Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single diamond ring, the old European-cut diamond, weighing 1.28 carats, accompanied by AnchorCert report, stating to be of G colour, SI2 clarity, set to a six double claw collet made in platinum, the gallery with heart-shape decorations, to a yellow gold shank with scroll design, hallmarked 18ct gold, London, made by Bentley & Skinner, size G, gross weight 3.8 grams. A glittering single stone diamond ring. This simple and sparkling ring comes 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. This solitaire ring features a lovely central diamond with a gallery that is ornamented with elegant heart-shape decorations, and the shank is styled with a scroll design. The diamond is beautifully complimented by the yellow gold making it timelessly elegant. This simple and glittering ring...
Category

2010s Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Heart Shape Pink Gemstone Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
Presenting this exquisite heart-shaped pink gemstone necklace, adorned with diamond accents, crafted in 18 karat white gold. This stunning handm...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Aquamarine and Diamond Flower Head Brooch
Located in London, GB
A vintage aquamarine and diamond flower head brooch, the brooch with round brilliant-cut diamond set domed centre surrounded by four heart sh...
Category

1950s Vintage Modern Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond

Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Figaro Chain 2mm Wide 25 Inch Long 6.7 Grams Stamped
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
25-inch 18kt yellow gold Figaro chain that is 2mm wide, made in Italy, stamped Italy 750, 6.7 grams with a spring-ring clasp. This chain is in very good condition. Please let us kno...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold

GCS Certified Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of diamond drop earrings, the top set with an old brilliant-cut diamond within a millegrain halo leading to a line of diamonds to a pear shape diamond in a rub-over setting, t...
Category

2010s Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond

Cultured Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A cultured pearl and diamond pendant, the pear-shaped cultured pearl, measuring 0.8 x 0.6 mm, suspended by a diamond-set pear-shaped pendant loop, with three diamond-set circles, th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

18kt White Gold Triple Hoop Earrings, 4.8 Grams, Friction/Omega, Very Good
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
18kt White Gold Triple Hoop Earrings, 19mm Long x 9.2mm Wide, 4.8 Grams, Friction Post w/ Omega Backing, Hollow. Beautiful earrings that are ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Half Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond half eternity ring, consisting of thirty three round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 0.2 carats in total, channel-set in white gold mount,...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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

Seven-Stone Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A seven-stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 1.50 carats D/E VS in total, claw-set in 18ct white gold mount, finger size N,...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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

Diamond Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond full eternity ring, consisting of twenty-four round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 2 carats in total, rub-over set in white gold ...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond full eternity ring, consisting of twenty round brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 3 carats in total, all grain set in plati...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Baguette-Cut Diamond Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A baguette-cut diamond full eternity ring, the 56 baguette-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 1.5 carats in total channel-set to an 18 carat gold mount, hallmarked London, 2019, bearing...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A natural pearl and diamond cluster ring, the centre set with a natural pearl surrounded by a cluster of round brilliant-cut diamonds, estima...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

A Pair of Old-Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of old-cut diamond stud earrings, the 2.07 carats diamond accompanied by HRD report 170002961964 stating to be of G colour VS2 clarity, the 2.10 carats diamond accompanied by ...
Category

1950s British Vintage Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pair of Mid-20th Century Jade and Enamel Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
A pair of mid-20th century jade and enamel cufflinks, each link consisting a jade disk centrally set with a round brilliant-cut diamond on a white gold background with white enamel s...
Category

1960s Unknown Vintage Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Jade, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond three stone ring, the three graduating emerald-cut diamonds, weighing a total of 1.15 carats, rub over set to a platinum mount, with chenie...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.51 Carat Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.51 carats of D colour and VVS1 clarity, GIA certificate, six-claw set to a white gold mount with square-sectio...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.18 Carat IF D Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.18 carats of D colour and IF clarity, with GIA certificate , six-claw set to a platinum heart collet with D-se...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pair of Gold and Enamel Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
A pair of gold and enamel cufflinks, each link designed as an artist’s palette with enamel paints and a set of paintbrushes, hallmarked London 2008, bearing the Bentley & Skinner spo...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Certified 1.01 Carat Marquise-Cut Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the marquise brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.01 carats, accompanied by De Beers Report stating to be of G colour and VVS2 clarity, six claw-set to a pla...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Bee Brooch
Located in London, GB
A diamond bee brooch, in the form of a bumble bee in flight, the delicately veined wings, domed body and thorax and outstretched legs encrusted with...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

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GIA Certified 3.91 Carat Marquise-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A marquise-cut diamond ring, the marquise brilliant-cut diamond weighing 3.91 carats and accompanied by GIA report stating to be of F colour and VS1 clarity, claw-set between two tap...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A ruby and diamond cluster ring, the oval faceted ruby estimated to weigh 0.65 carats, surrounded by eight old brilliant-cut diamonds est...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond-Set Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A diamond-set bracelet, the eight scroll design diamond-set openwork links, each with a round brilliant-cut diamond set to the centre, connected by eight smaller diamond-set cluster ...
Category

1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Gold and Opal Galleon Made
Located in London, GB
A gold and opal galleon made by Bentley & Skinner, the galleon in full sail consisting of hull set with boulder opal weighing 21.53 carats and fine gold sa...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Natural SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Chandelier Earrings 18k White Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
Item Code:- CN-40359 Gross Weight:- 18.71 gm 18k Solid White Gold Weight:- 17.99 gm Natural Diamond Weight:- 3.60 ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Earrings Size:- ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Base Metal

Sapphire and Diamond Line Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A sapphire and diamond line bracelet alternatively-set with square step-cut sapphires and round brilliant-cut diamonds, estimated total sapphire weight 7.5 carats, estimated diamond ...
Category

1970s Unknown Vintage Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby and Diamond Line Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A ruby and diamond line bracelet, the bracelet comprising of twenty four alternate set step-cut rubies and twenty four carré-cut diamond...
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Gold and Green Beryl Necklace by Lucie Heskett-Brem
Located in London, GB
A handmade gold, diamond and green beryl necklace by Lucie Heskett-Brem the Goldweaver of Lucerne, consisting of fifteen gold flower-heads each centrally-set with a round brilliant-c...
Category

2010s Modern Jewelry

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Fine Long Saltwater Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
A fine long saltwater cultured pearl necklace, consisting of a hundred-twenty-six fine Akoya pearls measuring 9.5-10mm in diameter, a...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Cultured Pearl

2.76 Carat Pear & Round Diamond Chandelier Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
These exquisite chandelier earrings are crafted in 14 karat white gold and feature a captivating combination of pear-shaped and round diamonds with a total carat weight of 2.76 carat...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Handmade Goldn Rain Bracelet by Lucie Heskett-Brem
Located in London, GB
A handmade Golden Rain bracelet by Lucie Heskett-Brem the Gold Weaver of Lucerne, set with twenty-two round brilliant-cut diamonds, hallmarked 18ct gold,...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handmade Silver and Gold Necklace by Lucie Heskett-Brem
Located in London, GB
A handmade silver and gold necklace by Lucie Heskett-Brem the Goldweaver of Lucerne, inspired by Darcey Bussell the necklace consisting of twenty-three silver flower-heads each centr...
Category

2010s Russian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Agate, Gold, Silver, ...

Handmade Opera Length Melody Chain by Lucie Heskett-Brem
Located in London, GB
A handmade opera length Melody chain by Lucie Heskett-Brem the Gold Weaver of Lucerne, hallmarked 18ct gold, measuring approximately 157 x 0.6cm, gross weight 39.8 grams. This subst...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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