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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Pair of Signed Mid-Century Modern Cartier 18K Gold & Ruby Cabochon Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of vintage gold & ruby cufflinks. By Cartier. In 18 karat yellow gold. Each cufflink comprised of two grooved gold discs with bezel-set garnet cabochons to their cente...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Handcrafted Ruby Cabochon Double-Sided Cufflinks 14K Gold Bezel Set
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
A striking fusion of craftsmanship and color, this pair of handcrafted ruby double-sided cufflinks showcases two 10mm round flat cabochon rubies paired with two 8mm cabochon rubies, ...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
One-of-a-Kind 18K Gold Double-Sided Sapphire & Ruby Cufflinks 6.50 Carats, 8 G
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Elevate classic menswear with this exceptional new pair of 18K yellow gold double-sided cufflinks, featuring an impressive combined 6.50 carats of princess-cut sapphires and rubies. ...
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$510Sale Price / item|44% Off
Custom Initials Cufflinks – Personalized Monogram Cufflinks for Men
Located in Istanbul, TR
Custom Initials Cufflinks – Personalized Monogram Cufflinks for Men. Bespoke Initial Cufflinks. Custom Letter Cufflinks. Crafted in solid sterling silver plus white gold plating ove...
Gold Plate, Silver
Cartier Squirrel Diamond Emerald Platinum White Gold Cufflink Set
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A formal dress set by Cartier, featuring a whimsical squirrel motif. Crafted in platinum and 18k white gold, this set includes six pieces adorned with pavé-set brilliant diamonds. Ea...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. button cufflinks Sterling 18KY Gold OGI Ltd Estate Collection
Located in New York, NY
Elevate classic menswear with this refined pair of Tiffany & Co. two-tone button-motif cufflinks—an understated yet distinctive accessory that reflects timeless design and impeccable...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Cartier Cadillac Car Airplane 18k Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Style: Car & Airplane Figural Cufflinks Material: 18k Yellow Gold Design: Three-dimensional Cadillac car and airplane motifs with ball-back closures Car Measurements: ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Squirrel Diamond Emerald Platinum White Gold Cufflink Set
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A formal dress set by Cartier, featuring a whimsical squirrel motif. Crafted in platinum and 18k white gold, this set includes six pieces adorned with pavé-set brilliant diamonds. Ea...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum
$395Sale Price / item|50% Off
Square Shape Multi Sapphire Cufflinks Made in Sterling Silver for Gifts
Located in New York, NY
Square Shape Multi Sapphire Cufflinks in sterling silver are elegant accessories crafted with natural multi sapphire which calms the senses and increases concentration. These are use...
Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Hermes Chaine d'Ancre Diamond 18k Rose Gold Cufflinks
By Hermès
Located in Feasterville, PA
Hermes Rose Gold Chaine d'Ancre Cufflinks. Crafted in exquisite 18-karat rose gold, these cufflinks feature the iconic Chaine d'Ancre motif. The design showcases pavé-set round brill...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium
Cartier Squirrel Diamond Emerald Platinum White Gold Cufflink Set
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A formal dress set by Cartier, featuring a whimsical squirrel motif. Crafted in platinum and 18k white gold, this set includes six pieces adorned with pavé-set brilliant diamonds. Ea...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum
$3,280Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier 18K Tri Color Gold Classic Ribbed Rectangular Mens Cuff Links
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
These are Cartier Trinity cufflinks, made circa 1989. The design consists of rounded rectangular terminals formed from three parallel bands of 18-karat yellow, white, and rose gold, ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
15.50 Ct Natural Amethyst Statement Cufflinks Sterling Silver Amethyst Cufflink
Located in Jaipur, IN
925 Sterling Silver Natural African Amethyst Cufflinks – 15.50 Carats, Handmade Bezel Setting Elevate your formal style with these refined 925 sterling silver cufflinks, featuring a...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
$450Sale Price|25% Off
Cartier Stainless Steel Black Onyx Cufflinks OGI Ltd Estate Collection
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A refined pair of authentic Cartier cufflinks, presented in their original Cartier presentation box—an unmistakable mark of luxury and provenance. Crafted in polished stainless steel...
Onyx
Mid-Century Schlumberger Tiffany & Co 14K Gold Wheatsheaf Cufflinks & Button Set
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine set of gold buttons & cufflinks dress set. Designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. The buttons and cufflinks each with an embossed wheatsheaf to the obverse....
14k Gold
A pair of vintage Cartier trinity cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A pair of vintage Cartier trinity gold and crystal cufflinks, each cufflink with two rock crystal cylinders, connected with a gold bar with two finials with three interlocking rings,...
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Figural Globe Barbell Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of figural barbell cufflinks. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. With a figural globe terminal to one end of each. Fully marked to the posts. Together with their o...
Sterling Silver
Cartier Diamond Circular 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A pair of Cartier diamond circular 18 karat yellow gold cufflinks. This pair of Cartier circular cufflinks from the Double C de Cartier collection are engraved with the iconic inter...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Shell Form Cufflinks no. 66
By Georg Jensen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed pair of Danish Modern seashell shaped cufflinks. By Georg Jensen. In sterling silver. Pattern no. 66. Marked to the post of each. Simply wonderful Jensen design! ...
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Full Set Knot Vintage Cufflinks
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A classic pair of vintage Tiffany & Co. cufflinks crafted in 14K yellow gold, featuring the house’s timeless knot motif. Each cufflink is formed from smoothly polished gold loops int...
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Peridot Heart Cufflinks 14K Gold White Enamel by Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
From the "Home Is Where Your Heart Is" Collection Inspired by the feeling of love, comfort, and belonging, the "Home Is Where Your Heart Is" Collection celebrates the memories, mile...
Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Handmade 14KY Gold Ceylon Sapphire Double Sided Cufflinks 19.20CT, OGI Ltd
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
These refined 14K yellow gold double-sided cufflinks are set with exceptional Ceylon cabochon sapphires weighing a total of 19.26 carats. Each sapphire, bezel-set in alternating oval...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14KY Gold Double-Sided Cabochon Emerald Cufflinks 9.81ct OGI Ltd
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent pair of handcrafted 14K yellow gold double-sided cufflinks showcasing the timeless allure of natural emeralds. Each cufflink is masterfully designed with two vibrant ov...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Bean Cufflinks
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
An elegant pair of sterling silver Bean cufflinks designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Each cufflink features Peretti’s iconic organic bean form, beautifully sculpted with ...
Sterling Silver
18k White Gold Cufflinks with Lapis Lazuli & Diamonds, 0.60ct
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold cufflinks set with lapis lazuli and single cut diamonds. 0.54ct – F/G – VS/SI Detailed description: The top of the button has a diameter of 1.7 cm wide Total weig...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari 1980's Ruby Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Vintage Serpenti Tubogas Cufflinks
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as twisted tubogas loops comprised of alternating yellow and white gold segments Terminating with round ruby and sapphire cabochons - each measuring 4.0 mm round Transparent...
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold & Diamond Cufflink Dress Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine, vintage gold & diamond dress set. By Tiffany & Co. Comprising a pair of cufflinks and 3 collar studs or buttons. In 18k yellow gold with a layered, textured ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Octagonal Mens Cuff Links
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Cartier 18K yellow gold cufflinks with a strong architectural feel, built around elongated bar centers and bold faceted octagonal end links. The stepped geometry gives them...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1980s Vintage Chanel Gold Tone CC Logo Round Chain Cufflinks
By Chanel
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a pair of vintage CC logo round chain cufflinks designed by Chanel in 1980s. The piece is gold plated. Signed with “Chanel” (see photo gallery). Cufflink length: 1.7cm Di...
Cartier 18K White Gold Walking Elephants Diamond Shirt Studs and Cuff Links
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Comprising a pair of Walking Elephant cuff links and three matching shirt studs, each piece is exquisitely crafted in 18-karat white gold and meticulously pavé-set with approximately...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL Gold Tone Pearl Enamel Chain Cufflinks
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a pair of vintage round chain cufflinks designed by YSL in 1980’s. The piece is gold plated. It features faux pearls and black enamel. Signed: “YSL” Diameter: 2cm IMPORTAN...
Mother Of Pearl Cufflinks - Hummingbird Cufflinks
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Cufflinks. Hummingbird Cufflinks. Unisex cufflinks silver 925 + 14k gold finish. Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating Weight: 2.5 gr Gemstones: Hand-carved mothe...
Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Mens 18k Solid Yellow Gold and 2.5 Carat Diamond Belt Buckle
Located in Honolulu, HI
Metal: 18k Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Count: 137 brilliant cut diamonds Diamond Color: G-J Diamond Clarity: VS1-SI2 Diamond Carat Weight: 2.50 carats Weight: 54.1 grams Length...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Patek Philippe White Gold Calatrava Cross Cufflinks 2059089G-001
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A pair of 18k white gold Calatrava cufflinks by Patek Philippe. The cufflinks feature the classic Calatrava cross motif, surrounded by a guilloche outer edge border. The cufflinks ha...
18k Gold, White Gold
Mid Century 18K Yellow Gold Red & White Enamel Fleur de Lis Cufflinks 1960s
Located in Towson, MD
These Mid Century cufflinks in 18 karat yellow gold pair deep red guilloché enamel with rows of gold fleur de lis, each round face framed by a crisp white enamel border. Dating to th...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$959Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 10K Gold Mother of Pearl Cufflink and Shirt Stud Set
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your formal attire with this exquisite Antique 10K Gold Mother of Pearl Cufflink and Shirt Stud Set. Each piece features lustrous mother of pearl set in rich 10K gold, offeri...
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cuflinks with lapis lazuli 14k yellow gold 13.7 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold cufflinks set with lapis lazuli detailed description: The front of the cufflink is 1.7 cm by 1.7 cm weight : 13.7 grams set with : - 2 x 1.3 cm x 1.3 cm flat-cut...
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$455Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Sterling Silver 9.4CT Oval Turquoise Cabochon Bezel Set Men's Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Featuring 9.4 carats of turquoise, these understated men’s cufflinks showcase two oval turquoise cabochons, each measuring 10 x 14 mm, set in 925 Sterling Silver. The smooth, bezel s...
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Round Gear Carbon Fibre Cufflinks In Gunmetal Plated
By Tateossian
Located in Fulham business exchange, London
Inspired by mechanical watch movements. This timeless round shape cufflinks, cast in gunmetal-plated finish with 3 frame individual gears which rotate by touch. Featuring a masculine...
Brass
David Yurman Round 14KYG/SS Gents Vintage Cufflinks
By David Yurman
Located in Boca Raton, FL
David Yurman Round 14K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Gentleman's Classic Cable Cufflinks featuring the designer's iconic cable motif in his signature mixed-metal construction. Expe...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Tiffany 14k Yellow Gold Knot Cuff Links with Stud Buttons by a Different Maker
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This pair of truly iconic 14k gold Tiffany knot motif cuff links with four matching 14k gold stud buttons by a different maker, creates a wonderful dress set. The The cuff links meas...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
13.50 Carat Natural Citrine Statement Cufflinks Sterling Silver Citrine Cufflink
Located in Jaipur, IN
925 Sterling Silver Natural Citrine Cufflinks – 13.50 Carats, Handmade Bezel Setting Elevate your formal style with these refined 925 sterling silver cufflinks, featuring a total of...
Citrine, Sterling Silver
Modern Gilt Sterling Silver & Bloodstone Cabochon Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of estate cufflinks. In gilt sterling silver. Each with a prong-set flat, oval bloodstone cabochon. Simply a wonderful pair of vintage cufflinks! Date: 20th Century ...
Sterling Silver
Cellini 18KT White Gold Diamond 2.50CT. Skull Head Cuff Links
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed 18 Karat white gold skull head cuff links. The skulls are pave set with 236 round brilliant diamonds. The hollowed out eyes and nose are enameled in black. Stamp...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Custom Made Ruby & Diamond Cufflink in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Product: Cufflinks Metal Color: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 14K Total Wt. Diamond: 1.40 CTS Total Wt. Color Stones: 5.80 CTS Round Diamond: 1.40 CTS Ruby: 3.20 CTS Clarity VS Color G –...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,687 / set
David Webb Cuff Links and Stud Dress Set
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Ram Head Blue Enamel, Green Emeralds Cuff Links And Stud Dress Set
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Jean Schlumberger Double Woven Knot 18k Yellow Gold Cufflinks
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Designer: Jean Schlumberger Style: Double Woven Knot Cufflinks Material: 18k Yellow Gold Design: Sculptural double woven knot design Large Knot: Approximately 12...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Andersen Scandanavian Modern Enamel and Gilt Silver Four Seasons Cufflinks
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Scandinavian Modern cufflinks. Designed by Thorbjørn Lie-Jørensen for David Andersen. In gilt sterling silver with enamel. Part of a series made to represent the f...
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal, Silver
$200Sale Price / set|50% Off
Blue Turquoise Gemstone Solitaire Cufflinks for Him Made in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
These classic cufflinks are crafted in 925 sterling silver and feature two oval shaped natural turquoise gemstones totaling 6.1 carats. The vibrant turquoise cabochons measure approx...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Silver
Pair of English Mid-Century Modern 18k Gold & Lapis Cufflinks by Kutchinsky
By Kutchinsky
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of English Modernist cufflinks. By Kutchinsky, the renowned London jewelry house. In 18k gold and set with flat oval lapis cabochons. Marked for 1970, a period in whic...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
18KT Yellow Gold .55Ct Diamond Bow Tie Shaped Cuff Links
By Nikos
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and festive 18 karat yellow gold cuff links. The bow tie shaped cuff links are designed in a matte finish and are set with round brilliant diamonds, total weight 0.55 carats....
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Football Motif Cufflinks
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very well crafted pair of cufflinks, made in 14K yellow gold by Tiffany & Co. at some point from the 1970's through the 1990's, are are ideal for any gentleman who is a true ent...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pair of Silver Tone & Black Leather Cufflinks signed Prada
By Prada
Located in New York, NY
This pair of silver-tone and black leather cufflinks, signed by Prada, embodies the impeccable craftsmanship and understated luxury for which the iconic Italian fashion house is reno...
$369Sale Price / item|40% Off
Mother Of Pearl Cufflinks - Yacht Cufflinks
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Cufflinks. Yatch, sea, Lighthouse Cufflinks. Unisex cufflinks silver 925 + 14k gold finish. Metal: 925 silver + 14k gold plating Weight: 2.5 gr Gemstones: Hand-c...
Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Hermes Chaine d'Ancre Diamond 18k Rose Gold Cufflinks
By Hermès
Located in Feasterville, PA
Hermes Rose Gold Chaine d'Ancre Cufflinks. Crafted in exquisite 18-karat rose gold, these cufflinks feature the iconic Chaine d'Ancre motif. The design showcases pavé-set round brill...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium
$3,850 / item
8.75 Carat Ruby Diamond Cufflinks
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold and sterling silver, these cuff links are hand set with 8.75 carats Ruby and .43 carats of pave diamonds in blackened finish. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefron...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$9,000Sale Price|28% Off
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold & 0.30tcw Emerald Enamel Ram Cufflinks Mid Century
By David Webb
Located in Towson, MD
These David Webb ram's head cufflinks pair rich blue enamel with textured 18 karat yellow gold horns and emerald eyes, a Mid Century design signed by the maker. Each cufflink is stam...
Emerald, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Brixton & Gill Reverse 18k Gold Carved Quartz Mother of Pearl Ladybug Cufflinks
Located in Lexington, KY
These fantastic cufflinks feature the enchanting depth of reverse carved quartz over a mother of pearl panel, framed and completed by rich 18k yellow gold. The carved quartz creates ...
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Ruby Fish 14k Yellow Gold Cufflinks
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Style: Ruby Fish Cufflinks Material: 14k Yellow Gold Gemstones: Rubies Total Ruby Weight: Approximately 0.04 carat Design: Sculptural fish motif with ruby accent...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Chaine d'Ancre Diamond 18k Rose Gold Cufflinks
By Hermès
Located in Feasterville, PA
Hermes Rose Gold Chaine d'Ancre Cufflinks. Crafted in exquisite 18-karat rose gold, these cufflinks feature the iconic Chaine d'Ancre motif. The design showcases pavé-set round brill...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium