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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Pink Topaz Necklace 7.9 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 16 Pink Topazes = 7.90 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Length: 18 Inches
Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$8,000Sale Price|20% Off
Yellow Golden White South Sea Pearls 18K Gold Adjustable Lariat Clasp Necklace
Located in Tysons, VA
Yellow Golden White South Sea Pearls 18K Gold Adjustable Lariat Clasp Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold South Sea Pearls *Golden & White AA Quality Adj...
South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver
$299Sale Price|83% Off
Pink Topaz Necklace 7.9 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 16 Pink Topazes = 7.90 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Length: 18 Inches
Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$299Sale Price|83% Off
Pink Topaz Necklace 7.9 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 16 Pink Topazes = 7.90 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Length: 18 Inches
Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$299Sale Price|83% Off
Pink Topaz Necklace 7.9 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 16 Pink Topazes = 7.90 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Length: 18 Inches
Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$299Sale Price|83% Off
Pink Topaz Necklace 7.9 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 16 Pink Topazes = 7.90 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Length: 18 Inches
Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$299Sale Price|83% Off
Pink Topaz Necklace 7.9 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 16 Pink Topazes = 7.90 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Length: 18 Inches
Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$299Sale Price|83% Off
Pink Topaz Necklace 7.9 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 16 Pink Topazes = 7.90 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Length: 18 Inches
Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
14K Yellow Gold Tiger Eye Multi-Strand Bead Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The 14K Yellow Gold Tiger Eye Multi-Strand Bead Diamond Necklace is a truly exquisite piece of jewelry. The necklace features six strands of beautifully crafted tiger eye beads, each...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,800Sale Price|20% Off
Princess Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Introducing our elegant 0.97 ct Total Weight Princess Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace, crafted in 14K white gold and designed to captivate with its timeless beauty. The ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$22,197Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 17.10 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Drop Necklace 14K Solid Gold Bridal Jewelry
Located in Deira, Dubai
Elevate your jewelry collection with our mesmerizing Two-Strand Double Layer Gold Diamond Necklace. Adorning the necklace are dazzling pear diamonds strategically placed along both s...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$26,949Sale Price|30% Off
PANIM 17.34 Carats Diamond Rosecut 18k White Gold Floral Necklace
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM 17.34 carats Diamond Rosecut 18k White Gold Floral Necklace Beautifully crafted Oval & Pear Rosecut Floral Necklace inspired by the flora i...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Japanese Akoya White Pearl Long 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pink Sapphire Bead Necklace
Located in Tysons, VA
Each pearl is hand- picked and matched to ensure perfect harmony in color and size to create lively jewellery. Fun and flirty this creation features Baby Akoya Pearls that stand out ...
Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diana M 18kt Gold Oval 101.98Cts Pink Sapphire Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18kt Yellow, White & Rose Gold Pink Sapphire Necklace featuring 101.98cts of oval pink sapphire, with a length of 79" Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for o...
Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$32,084Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold SI/H Fine Estate Jewelry Gift
Located in Deira, Dubai
Exquisite natural diamond pendant necklace crafted in 14 karat white gold. SI/H clarity grade with exceptional brilliance and sparkle. High jewelry estate piece featuring elegant...
Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
$20,433Sale Price / item|20% Off
Luxury 16.30ct Pear Emerald Cut Diamond Necklace HRD Certified 14k White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
Luxury 16.30ct Pear Emerald Cut Diamond Necklace HRD Certified 14k White Gold features pear and emerald cut diamonds set in the two strands of the necklace with larger ones in center...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Natural Diamond 0.42 carats 18 KT Gold Designer Double Layer Chain Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Prepare to be mesmerized by the enchanting beauty of our Baguette and round-cut diamond Double Clusters Double Layer Chain pendant necklace. This exquisite piece features a captivati...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$50,609Sale Price / item|20% Off
30.93 Carat Natural Diamond Multi Strand Necklace 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Details:- Item Code :- SEN-52901A (14k) Gross Wt. :- 32.74 gm 14k White Gold Wt. :- 26.56 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 30.93 Ct. ( SI Clarity & HI Color ) Chain Length :- 16 Inches ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$37,689Sale Price / item|20% Off
20 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Marquise Pear Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
20 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Marquise Pear Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold This breathtaking piece features seamless mixed cut diamonds in studded in multi strand necklace. Diam...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
7 Carat Black and White Diamond Two Strand Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
7 Carat White and Black Diamond Two Strand Tennis Necklace in 18k White Gold. The necklace features a shared prong mounting, box closure, and a stunning two strand setting; Contains ...
Diamond, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$76,000Sale Price|20% Off
Spectacular 23 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Tennis Riviera Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
The necklace weighs 23 carat, with 3 prongs setting.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pink Topaz Necklace 7.9 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 16 Pink Topazes = 7.90 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Length: 18 Inches
Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
White Japanese Akoya Pearl Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Necklace Brooch Pin Combo
Located in Tysons, VA
Beautiful Edwardian Style jewelry set that can be worn as a multi-layered necklace (seen in photos) and as a single brooch/pin. The center piece detaches from the pearl strands and c...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$44,000Sale Price|20% Off
14.55 Carat Round Cut Riviera Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite graduated riviera necklace set in handmade 14k white gold featuring perfectly cut ideal round brilliant diamonds. the super white ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold
$19,535Sale Price|20% Off
15.40 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Brilliant Cut Diamond Necklace 14K White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cast from 14 karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 15.40 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
White Japanese Akoya Pearl Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Necklace Brooch Pin Combo
Located in Tysons, VA
Beautiful Edwardian Style jewelry set that can be worn as a multi-layered necklace (seen in photos) and as a single brooch/pin. The center piece detaches from the pearl strands and c...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$29,167Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 14.13 Carat SI/H Diamond Lariat Necklace Multi Strand in 14K White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
This Natural 14.13 Carat SI/H Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Multi Strand Necklace features mixed cut diamonds set in a double row with marquise diamond set horizontally in center of th...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$36,458Sale Price|20% Off
Natural 14.13 Carat SI/H Diamond Multi Strand Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
This Natural 14.13 Carat SI/H Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Multi Strand Necklace features mixed cut diamonds set in a double row with marquise diamond set horizontally in center of th...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$26,484Sale Price|20% Off
Handmade TCW 33.68 SI/H Diamond Multi Strand Necklace 14K White Gold Jewelry
Located in Deira, Dubai
This Handmade TCW 33.68 SI/H Diamond Multi Strand Necklace 14K White Gold Jewelry features two separate strands of diamonds. These strands are likely fixed together at the back clasp...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$54,600Sale Price / item|20% Off
CTW 24.94 Natural SI/H Diamond Multi Strand Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Deira, Dubai
CTW 24.94 Natural SI/H Diamond Multi Strand Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry The piece is crafted with two cascading rows of pear-shaped gemstones. The upper layer gracefully out...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$35,859Sale Price / item|20% Off
CTW 24.94 Natural SI/H Diamond Multi Strand Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Deira, Dubai
CTW 24.94 Natural SI/H Diamond Multi Strand Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry The piece is crafted with two cascading rows of pear-shaped gemstones. The upper layer gracefully out...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.44 Cts Round Brilliant F/VS1 Diamonds Two Strand Necklace In 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This elegant two strand diamond necklace is crafted in radiant 14K yellow gold, showcasing the timeless beauty of round brilliant cut diamonds in a sophisticated layered design. Feat...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bow Style 14k Gold Franco Chain and Diamond Necklace for Women
Located in Miami, FL
Natural diamond pendant molded with 14k gold Franco chain. This pendant bears 55 natural round cut diamonds of 4.40 carats total. All of the diamonds are...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vogue 1960s Multi-Strand Pearl and Goldtone Necklace and Earrings
Located in Alford, MA
Vogue c.1960s necklace and earrings semi-parure of intricate design, essentially a double strand, the innermost a chain of goldtone perforated ovals attached to a single strand of pe...
Pearl
$40,193Sale Price / item|20% Off
22.8 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Double Layer Drop Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Details:- Item Code :- SEN-52904A (14k) Gross Wt. :- 19.17 gm 14k White Gold Wt. :- 14.61 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 22.80 Ct. ( SI Clarity & HI Color ) Chain Length :- 16 Inches ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
12.30 Cts Round Brilliant F/VS1 Diamonds Ruby 3-Strand Tennis Necklace 14K Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
A magnificent three-strand tennis necklace featuring 5.10 carats of F/VS1 Round Brilliant diamonds complemented by 7.20 carats of natural ruby. The diamonds are meticulously pavé set...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold Natural 20.59 Carat Double Strand Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Style: Double Strand Diamond Tennis Necklace Material: 18k White Gold Design Details: One strand is set with Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds and one strand is set with Natural...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$22,905Sale Price|20% Off
Akoia Keshi Pearls Palladium White Gold White Diamonds Tassle Necklace Aenea
Located in Salzburg, Salzburg
This one of a kind necklace with Keshi Pearls from our SARPA Collection is handcrafted in Palladium and White Gold with Blue Sappires and Diamamonds. Matching earrings available. M...
White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Palladium
Iradj Moini Signed Turquoise and Prasiolite Statement Necklace, Gilt Metal
By Iradj Moini
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Built on a gilt curb chain, this necklace centers on a cluster of large cabochon Persian turquoise, prized for its rich matrix veining, set alongside sizable oval and emerald-cut p...
Turquoise, Quartz, Gilt Metal
$299Sale Price|83% Off
Pink Topaz Necklace 7.9 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 16 Pink Topazes = 7.90 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Length: 18 Inches
Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$19,792Sale Price / item|20% Off
10.25 Ct Natural Diamond Double Layer Drop Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Details Item Code :-SECH-72438 Gross Wt. :- 25.22 gm 18k WHite Gold Wt. :-23.17 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 10.25 Ct. ( SI Clarity & Hi Color ) Follow JEWEL PALATE STOREFRONT for...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pink Topaz Necklace 7.9 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 16 Pink Topazes = 7.90 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Length: 18 Inches
Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$15,833Sale Price / item|20% Off
10.25 Ct Natural Diamond Double Layer Drop Necklace 14k White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Crafted to celebrate everyday elegance, our jewelry blends timeless design with modern craftsmanship. Each piece is thoughtfully made using high-quality materials, ensuring lasting s...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$32,812Sale Price / item|20% Off
31.71 Carats Pear & Round Diamond Fringe Tennis Necklace 18K White Gold
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
Designed to make an unforgettable impression, this handcrafted diamond fringe necklace showcases a seamless row of brilliant round diamonds accented by elegant pear-shaped diamond dr...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$299Sale Price|83% Off
Pink Topaz Necklace 7.9 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 16 Pink Topazes = 7.90 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Length: 18 Inches
Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$299Sale Price|83% Off
Pink Topaz Necklace 7.9 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 16 Pink Topazes = 7.90 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Length: 18 Inches
Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Bow Style 14k Gold Franco Chain and Diamond Necklace for Women
Located in Miami, FL
Natural diamond pendant molded with 14k gold Franco chain. This pendant bears 55 natural round cut diamonds of 4.40 carats total. All of the diamonds are...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$299Sale Price|83% Off
Pink Topaz Necklace 7.9 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 16 Pink Topazes = 7.90 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Length: 18 Inches
Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
$299Sale Price|83% Off
Pink Topaz Necklace 7.9 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 16 Pink Topazes = 7.90 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Length: 18 Inches
Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Australian Pearl Necklace
Located in Palermo, IT
gray and dark australian pearls necklace with 18kt gold clasp and 0.07 ct diamonds
Pearl