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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
Gold Hand Chain Cuff by Lucie Heskett-Brem
Located in London, GB
A wide gold Lucie Heskett-Bremhand hand chain cuff of fine open work mesh design bearing the Swiss common control mark for 18 gold, measuring approximately...
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Spiders Web Anklet Foot Adornment By Lucie Heskett-Brem
Located in London, GB
An 18 carat yellow gold spiders web anklet foot adornment by Lucie Heskett Brem set to the centre with a small round brilliant-cut diamond, bearing the Swiss convention mark for 18 c...
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pair of Blue Poppies Cufflinks by Ilgiz F
Located in London, GB
A pair of blue poppies cufflinks by Ilgiz F, each cufflink with three poppies with champlevé enamelled petals and hot enamelled peduncles, on a diamond ...
Category

2010s Russian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

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

Horse Brooch by Ilgiz F
Located in London, GB
A horse brooch by Ilgiz F, the realistically carved black enamelled horse jumping over a diamond-set fence, the diamonds weighing 0.56 carats in total, all mou...
Category

2010s Russian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Pair of Red Poppies Art Deco Style Cufflinks by Ilgiz F
Located in London, GB
A pair of red poppies art-deco style cufflinks by Ilgiz F, each cufflink with three poppies with champlevé enamelled petals and hot enamelled peduncles, on a...
Category

2010s Russian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Pair of Red Poppies Art Deco Style Earrings by Ilgiz F
Located in London, GB
A pair of red poppies art-deco style earrings by Ilgiz F, each earring with three poppies with champlevé enamelled petals and hot enamelled peduncles, on a d...
Category

2010s Russian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Red Poppies Brooch by Ilgiz F
Located in London, GB
A red poppies brooch by Ilgiz F, the brooch of elliptical shape depicting five poppies with red champlevé enamelled petals and green enamelled peduncles, on di...
Category

2010s Russian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Pair of Midnight-Blue Butterfly Stud Earrings by Ilgiz F
Located in London, GB
A pair of midnight-blue butterfly stud earrings by Ilgiz F, each butterfly with champlevé blue enamelled wings and diamond encrusted bodies, mounted in white gold with post and scrol...
Category

2010s Russian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Certified 2.12 Carat Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 2.15 carats accompanied by AnchorCert report stating to be of F colour and VVS2 clarity, 6 claw-set to an open ...
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Penguin Dress Set
Located in London, GB
A penguin dress set, the pair of black and white enamel penguin cufflinks accompanied by four matching buttons, all mounted in yellow gold, hallmarked 18ct gold, London 2009, bearing...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Penguin Dress Set
Penguin Dress Set
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Single Stone Pear Shaped Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond pendant, the pear-cut diamond weighing 0.71 carats, accompanied by AnchorCert Report, stating to be of F colour SI1 clarity, claw-set in white gold mount suspe...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A vintage sapphire and diamond bracelet, consisting of eight links each centrally set with a pair of round faceted sapphires betw...
Category

1990s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby and Diamond Floral Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
A ruby and diamond floral cluster ring, the central round brilliant-cut diamond, estimated to weigh 0.15 carats, surrounded by six oval faceted rub...
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Pair Of Tahitian Cultured Pearl And Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of Tahitian cultured pearl and diamond earrings, each earring comprising of 10.5 - 11mm in diameter greyish-black Tahitian cultured pearl surrounded by twelve marquise-cut diamonds, estimated to weigh a total of 1.8 carats for the pair, claw set to a gold mount with clip fittings, later hallmarked 18ct gold London 2015, bearing the Bentley & Skinner sponsor mark, measuring approximately 18mm in diameter, gross weight 15.11 grams. This estate sourced pair...
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Line Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A diamond line bracelet, the 58 round brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 1.7 carats in total, rubover set in 18ct white gold mount, later hallmarke...
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Aquamarine and Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
An aquamarine and diamond bracelet, the five rows of alternate set emerald-cut aquamarines, estimated to weigh a total of 35.5 carats, and roun...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Single Stone Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond estimated to weigh 0.45 carats, four claw set to a platinum mount with tapering shoulders,later hallmarked platinum Lond...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pair of Art Deco Style Sapphire and Diamond Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
A pair of Art Deco style sapphire and diamond cufflinks, each cufflink consisting of two links, each with rectangular domed matt platinum centre, one set with three baguette-cut diam...
Category

2010s American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gem-A Certified 0.89 Carat D Color Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond solitaire ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 0.89 carats, accompanied by Gem-A certificate stating to be of D colour, VVS2 clarity, claw-set to a platinum mount...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pair of Pear Shape Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of pear shape diamond drop earrings, each earrings comprising of pear shape brilliant-cut diamonds, accompanied by GIA diamond report, statin...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Exquisite Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
Located in London, GB
An exquisite sapphire and diamond bracelet, the bracelet set with ten oval shaped faceted multicoloured sapphires, weighing a total of 29.5 carats, all four-claw set to a white gold ...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 3.52 Carat Internally Flawless Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
An Important single diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 3.52 carats, accompanied by GIA Certificate stating to be of D colour Internally Flawless, claw-set to a p...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.39 Carat Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.39 carats, accompanied by GIA report stating to be of F colour VS1, six claw-set to a platinum collet, between...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.50 Carat Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.50 carats of F colour, VS2 clarity, GIA certificate, six claw-set to a white gold mount with scroll heart deco...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 1.47 Carat Emerald-Cut Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone solitaire diamond ring, the emerald-cut diamond weighing 1.47 carats, of F colour, VS1 clarity, GIA certificate, f...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.05 Carat Internally Flawless Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A solitaire diamond ring, the round brilliant cut diamond, weighing 2.05 carats of D colour IF clarity, GIA certificate, six-claw set in a heart shape platinum collet, with tapered D...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cultured Pearl and Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in London, GB
A cultured pearls and diamonds cross-over ring, with one white and one purple cultured pearl diagonally set between curved diamond shoulders, with tapering D-Section shank all in platinum, later hallmarked London, 2012, bearing the Bentley&Skinner sponsor mark, the head measuring approximately 1x1.2cm, gross weight 4.14 grams Finger size L This ring is in very good condition. This charming vintage cultured pearl and diamond 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. It features two pearls, one with a creamy white hue and the other with a nacreous purple hue, set diagonally in a curved diamond set band. The curving lines and delicate pearls give this ring a sense of romanticism and elegance. This piece would make a gorgeous bridal accessory...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl

Pair of Art Deco Style Ruby and Diamond Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
A pair of Art Deco style ruby and diamond cufflinks, each cufflink consisting of two links, each with rectangular domed matt platinum centre, one set with three baguette-cut diamonds...
Category

2010s American Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 3.07 Carat Square Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the square emerald-cut diamond weighing 3.07 carats, of E colour VS1 clarity, GIA certificate, four claw-set to a scroll pierced collet, with ribbed shan...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Half Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond half eternity ring, the nine round brilliant-cut diamonds, weighing 0.50 carats in total, claw-set to a platinum mount, gross weight 5.9 g...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Ruby Half Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A ruby half eternity ring, set with 12 square cut rubies estimate to weigh a total of 0.75 carats all channel set in white gold, hallmarked 18ct gol...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Pair of Diamond and Aquamarine Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of diamond and aquamarine drop earrings, each earring consisting of a briolette-cut aquamarine with total combined weight of 2.90 carats, suspended in a frame of brilliant-cut...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Three-Stone Diamond Victorian Style Ring
Located in London, GB
A three-stone diamond Victorian style ring, the central old-mine cut diamond weighing approximately 1 carat, flanked by four rose-cut diamond, all...
Category

1990s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Enamel and Gold Pheasant Brooch
Located in London, GB
An enamel and gold pheasant brooch, depicting the adult male ring-necked pheasant, the body is realistically carved and made in rose and yellow go...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Three-Stone Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A three stone ruby and diamond ring, the Burmese oval faceted ruby weighing 1.53ct with a brilliant-cut diamond set to each shoulder, total approximat...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pair of Garnet and Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of garnet and diamond cluster earrings, the cushion-cut garnets, weighing 22.42 carats, claw-set, each surrounded by twenty-seven brilliant-cut diamonds, suspended from a line...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

Rose-Cut Diamond-Set Chain
Located in London, GB
AA rose-cut diamond-set chain, the one hundred and ninety five rose-cut diamonds weighing 11.06 carats in total, connected with platinum links, to a platinum lobster clasp, hallmarke...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Sterling Silver Dog
Located in London, GB
A cast sterling silver dog model, height 7.5cms, weight 156gms, hallmarked London, bearing the Bentley & Skinner sponsor mark. Should you choose ...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Dog
Sterling Silver Dog
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Diamond Set Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
A diamond set cross pendant, the round brilliant cut diamonds weighing an approximate total of 0.95ct, all channel set to a white mount on a white gold ch...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond and Ruby Target Ring
Located in London, GB
A diamond and ruby target ring, rubover-set to the centre with a round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 1.1 carats surrounded by calibre-cut rubies, all...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A Bentley & Skinner sapphire and diamond ring, the 5.50 carats octagonal-cut sapphire, accompanied by a GCS Report no: 5777-7895 stating to b...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.22 Carat Emerald-Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
An emerald-cut diamond cluster ring, the central diamond weighing 2.22 carats, accompanied by GIA Report stating to be of D colour Internally Flawless, surrounded by an octagonal-sha...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Golden Color South Sea Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
A golden colour South Sea cultured pearl necklace, the thirty-nine pearls measuring 10.5mm to 11.5mm graduating from the centre, stru...
Category

Early 2000s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Pair of Natural Pearl and Diamond Tassel Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of natural pearl and diamond tassel drop earrings, made by Bentley & Skinner, each earring consisting of three drops embellished with ten natural pearls with a quatrefoil diam...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Square-Cut Diamond Set Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A square-cut diamond set full eternity ring, the twenty four square-cut diamonds weighing an estimated total of 2.5 carats, assessed colour G-H, assessed clarity VS1-2, channel set t...
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Pair of Natural Pearl and Diamond Tassel Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of natural pearl and diamond tassel drop earrings, each earring comprising three drop tassels of ten natural pearls, accompanied by a Gem & Pearl Laboratory report number 0383...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Square-Cut Diamond Set Full Eternity Ring
Located in London, GB
A square-cut diamond set full eternity ring, the twenty four square-cut diamonds weighing an estimated total of 3.6 carats, channel set to a 4mm wide white mount, later hallmarked 18...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Pair of Natural Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of natural pearl and diamond drop earrings, each earring comprising of three sets of diamond-set tiers, each with three ...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Ruby and Diamond Three Line Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A ruby and diamond three-line bracelet, the centre set with square faceted-cut rubies with an estimated total weight 9cts, with two outer lines of brilliant-cut diamonds set with a t...
Category

1970s Unknown Vintage Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Pair of Natural Pearl and Diamond Tassel Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of natural pearl and diamond tassel drop earrings, each earring comprising three drop tassels of ten natural pearls, accompanied by a Gem & Pearl Laboratory report, with a qua...
Category

2010s British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Green Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Dragonfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
A demantoid garnet and diamond brooch by Bentley & Skinner, in the form of a dragonfly, the en tremblant wings and body encrusted with old brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a total of 6.91 carats, and round faceted dematoid garnets weighing a total of 3.91 carats, mounted in silver and yellow gold, hallmarked 18ct gold and silver, London, 2021, made by Bentley & Skinner, measuring approximately 7.2 x 8.5cm, gross weight 34 grams. This brooch is in perfect condition. This spectacular brooch was made by Bentley & Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. This piece draws inspiration from Victorian insect brooches...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold

Single Stone Solitaire Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A single stone diamond ring, the emerald-cut diamond weighing 1.61 carats and accompanied by GIA report stating to be of F colour and VVS1 clarity, our claw-set with tapered baguette...
Category

Late 20th Century British Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pair of Garnet and Diamond Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of rhodolite garnet and diamond floral cluster earrings, the centre of each is set with a round brilliant cut diamond, estimated to weigh 0.30 carats, surrounded by six oval brilliant cut garnets forming petals set between six round brilliant-cut diamonds, the diamonds estimated to weigh a total of 1.2 carats, all claw set in rose gold to with a post and scroll fitting, approximately 18mm, circa 1990, later hallmarked for 18ct gold, London 2019, bearing the Bentley & Skinner sponsor mark, gross weight 9.65 grams. A pair of rhodolite garnet and diamond earrings...
Category

1990s Italian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Panthere 18 Karat Yellow Gold Skeleton Ring
Located in New York, NY
The emblematic panther has been an important part of Cartier's designs since 1914. This fiercely fashionable design from the Panthère de Cartier collection is made of 18K yellow gold...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold 1.0 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Frame her face with the bold and impressive look of these fabulous princess cut diamond stud earrings. Crafted in 14K white gold, each earring features a mesmerizing 0.5 ct. diamond ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Ruby and Diamond Gold Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Beautiful Finely detailed Red Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Hand set with Rubies, weighing approx. 2.90tcw and Diamonds, ap...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Peridot from Pakistan 4.82 Carats Peridot Stone Peridot for Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Peridot from Pakistan of 4.82 carats from Pakistan has a wonderful cut in a rectangular shape, incredible Green color. Great brilliance. This gem is totally SI Clarity. Product Information: GEMSTONE TYPE Natural Peridot from Pakistan WEIGHT 4.82 carats DIMENSIONS 9.65x8.30x7.8 mm CLARITY SI SHAPE Rectangular CUT Emerald Cut ORIGIN Pakistan TREATMENT None CERTIFICATE Available Natural Peridot From Pakistan 5.43 Carats Peridot Stone Peridot For Jewellery Peridot Necklace Peridot Bracelet Peridot Rings Peridot Pakistan Peridot...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Modern Jewelry

Materials

Peridot

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