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.
Find a collection of modern watches, bracelets, engagement rings, necklaces, earrings and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
$738Sale Price|20% Off
5.50 carats Blue Zircon Stone Cushion Cut Natural Cambodian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.50 carats Dimensions 9.39x8.80x6.20 mm Treatment Heated Origin Cambodia Clarity VVS Shape cushion Cut fancy cushion This exquisite 5.50 carat Blue Zircon gemstone is ...
Zircon, Blue Zircon
9.03ct HUGE Green Asscher Cut Colombian Emerald 12.5x12.5 Genuine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 9.03-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Deep Bluish Green Measurements: 12.52mm x 12.47mm x 9.33mm Geographic Origin: Colo...
Emerald
6.80 Carat Natural Loose AAA Quality Rubellite Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 6.80 carat Dimensions 10.9x10.7x8.4 mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity SI Shape Cut Cushion This 6.80 carat natural AAA-quality rubellite tourmaline displays an ...
Tourmaline
$182Sale Price|20% Off
1.06 Carats Teal Blue Sapphire Stone Oval Cut Madagascar's Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.06 carats Dimensions 7.0x5.1x3.1 mm Treatment Heated Origin Madagascar Clarity SI Shape oval Cut Faceted This stunning 1.06 carat teal blue sapphire from Madagascar ...
Blue Sapphire
Mozambique Ruby 1.63 carats Unheated
Located in Khet Bang Rak, 10
Unheated 1.63 carats Mozambique ruby, a perfect size for an engagement ring or a special pendant to be made. Rubies are known as the king of gems, and these rubies are sourced from ...
Ruby
$140Sale Price|20% Off
Splendor Peridot Gemstone for Ring 2.28 Carat Peridot Stone Peridot for Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Splendor Peridot Gemstone For Ring, available for sale at whole sale price natural high quality, Flawless Trilliant cut 2.28 carats peridot gemstone from Pakistan. Product Informati...
Peridot
$960Sale Price|20% Off
4.55 Carat Natural Loose Bluish Green Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.55 carat Dimensions 11.4x7.6x6.2mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Cushion This 4.55 carat natural bluish-green tourmaline showcases a v...
Tourmaline
$88Sale Price|20% Off
2.85 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Stone Cushion Cut Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.85 carat Dimensions 8.2x7.6x6.1 mm Treatment None Origin Brazil Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 2.85 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Stone is a captivating ge...
Amethyst
$456Sale Price|20% Off
5.05 Carat Natural Loose Bright Red Garnet Stone Cushion Cut Africa Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.05 carat Dimensions 9.9x9.3x6.0mm Treatment None Origin African Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This striking 5.05 carat Bright Red Garnet displays a vivid, glowing re...
Garnet
6.96tcw Matching Green Colombian Emeralds 9.5x8mm Emerald Cut Genuine Pair
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Total Weight: 6.96-tcw Shape: Emerald Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Bluish Green Measurements: 9.50mm x 8.03mm x 6.53mm // 9.48mm x 8.01mm x...
Emerald
13.70 Carat Natural Loose Golden Color Citrine Cushion Cut Bazillion Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 13.70 carat Dimensions 16.5x13.2x10 mm Treatment None Origin Brazilian Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Cushion This 13.70 Carat Natural Loose Golden Color Citrine is a ...
Citrine
7.68 Carat Heart-Cut Colombian Emerald Forest Green 12x13.5 Loose Gemstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 7.68-carats Shape: Heart Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Dark Green Measurements: 12.05mm x 13.57mm x 8.84mm Geographic Origin: C...
Emerald
$440Sale Price|24% Off
1.80 Carat Natural Loose Pink Color Spinel Stone Cushion Cut Burmese Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.80 carat Dimensions 7.6x6.8x4.1mm Treatment None Origin Burmese Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 1.80 carat natural pink spinel showcases a beautifully vibrant y...
Spinel
1.78ct AAA+ Captivating Muzo Green Asscher Cut Colombian Gem 7x7 Genuine May
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 1.78-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Excellent Color: Alpine Muzo Green Measurements: 7.22mm x 7.10mm x 5.69mm Geographic Origin: Colomb...
Emerald
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
13.95 Carat Natural Loose Seafoam Tourmaline Stone Oval Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 13.95 carat Dimensions 16.5x13.6x9.3mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Oval Introducing a stunning 13.95 Carat Natural Loose Seafoam Tourmal...
Tourmaline
1.84ct Square Green Colombian Emerald 8x8mm Asscher Cut Genuine May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 1.84-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Green Measurements: 7.87mm x 7.59mm x 4.89mm Geographic Origin: Colomb...
Emerald
2.48 Carat 10x8 Medium Green Colombian Emerald - Oval Cut May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 2.48-carats Shape: Oval Cut Clarity: Semi-Transparent Luster: Good Color: Green Measurements: 9.78mm x 7.90mm x 5.48mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Treatment: N...
Emerald
$440Sale Price|20% Off
3.20 Carat Loose Bluish Green Tourmaline Pair Cushion Cut Natural Afghan Gems
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 3.20 carat Size 1.60 carat to 1.60 carat Dimensions 7.7x5.9x4.3mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Cushion NA This 3.20-carat natural Tourmaline pa...
Tourmaline
Exceptional 21.56ct Untreated Lagoon Tourmaline, Afghanistan, AAA+ Investment
Located in Viena, Viena
lagoon coloured as it occurs with a 21.56 ct Paraiba tourmaline, only purer (98% purity, 1 kl. flag) and with extreme luminosity, a lagoon / lagoon (color blue green or green blue) u...
Tourmaline
$1,080Sale Price|20% Off
9.20 Carat Natural Loose Bi Color Watermelon Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 9.20 carat Dimensions 14.8x9.7x7.4mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity SI Shape Cut Emerald This striking 9.20 carat natural Bi Color Watermelon Tourmaline showcas...
Tourmaline
$13,200Sale Price|20% Off
GIA CERTIFIED Colombian Emerald Cushion Shape Vivid Green 3.28 Cts GIA-622776153
Located in Miami, FL
GIA certified square shape emerald. This is a very rare and exceptional natural emerald of 3.28 carats, with remarkable quality, fashioned in an elegant cushion shape with beautiful...
Emerald
Natural Pakistan Aquamarine Gemstone 11.93 Carat Cushion Cut – Loose Sky Blue
Located in Peshawar, PK
Discover the breathtaking beauty of this Natural Pakistan Aquamarine weighing an impressive 11.93 carats. Expertly fashioned in an elegant Cushion Cut, this gemstone showcases a capt...
Aquamarine
7.62ct Clear Colombian Emerald 13x10 Pastel Green Cut Gem May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 7.62-carats Shape: Emerald Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Light Green Measurements: 13.27mm x 10.12mm x 8.08mm Geographic Origin: Col...
Emerald
18.15 Carat Oval Cabochon Aquamarine Loose Gemstone
Located in Beaverton, OR
This aquamarine gemstone weighs 18.15 carats and is cut in an oval cabochon, measuring 17.51 x 13.60 x 9.34 mm. The smooth, domed surface highlights the stone’s body color and intern...
Aquamarine
Rare 1.34 Carat Oval Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond, Internally Flawless GIA
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This rare 1.34 carat Fancy Vivid Yellow diamond is distinguished by exceptional saturation, natural origin, and an elegant oval modified brilliant cut. The color presents a pure, lu...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond
Cushion-Cut Natural Aquamarine – 10.00 Carats (Heated)
Located in New York, NY
A striking loose natural aquamarine gemstone, expertly cut in a classic cushion shape, showcasing a serene blue hue enhanced through standard heat treatment. Measuring approximately ...
Aquamarine
$96Sale Price|20% Off
1.60 Carats Fanta Garnet Stone Oval Cut Natural African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.60 carat Dimensions 8.3x6x3.5mm Treatment None Origin Africa Clarity Included Shape Oval Cut Faceted NA This exquisite 1.60 carat Fanta Garnet is a stunning example of na...
Garnet
5.55 Carat Natural Loose Green Color Amethyst Stone Emerald Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.55 carat Dimensions 14.8x7.8x6.4 mm Treatment None Origin African Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Emerald This beautiful 5.55-carat natural Green Amethyst from Africa ...
Amethyst
$688Sale Price|20% Off
8.30 Carat Natural Loose Pink Morganite Stone Oval Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 8.30 carat Dimensions 15.6x10.8x7.7mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Oval NA This 8.30 Carat Natural Loose Pink Morganite features a refined oval c...
Morganite
$320Sale Price|20% Off
7.55 Carat Natural Loose Blue Aquamarine Stone Asscher Cut Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 7.55 carat Dimensions 11.2x11x9.3mm Treatment None Origin Pakistan Clarity SI Shape Cut Asscher This 7.55 Carat Natural Loose Blue Aquamarine is a beautifully refined ...
Aquamarine
$496Sale Price|20% Off
15.20 Carat Natural Loose Light Blue Aquamarine Cushion Cut Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 15.20 carat Dimensions 16.6x14.2x9.7mm Treatment None Origin Pakistan Clarity Eye Clean Shape Cut Cushion This 15.20 Carat Natural Loose Light Blue Aquamarine from Pa...
Aquamarine
Natural Madagascar Sphene (Titanite) 53.70 Carat – Precision Cut Rainbow Fire
Located in Peshawar, PK
Bring extraordinary brilliance to your gemstone collection with this Natural Madagascar Sphene (Titanite) weighing 53.70 carats. Expertly precision cut into a striking rectangular fa...
Other
82 Carat Natural Loose Light Blue Aquamarine For Pendant Jewelry Pakistani Gem
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 82.00 carat Dimensions 23.2x23.1x21.0mm Treatment None Origin Pakistan Clarity SI Shape Cut Cushion This 82 Carat Natural Loose Light Blue Aquamarine is an extraordin...
Aquamarine
$184Sale Price|20% Off
0.95 carats Bi color Sapphire Stone Round Cut Natural Sri Lankan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 0.95 carat Dimensions 6.2x6.2x3.1 mm Treatment None Origin Sri Lanka Clarity Eye Clean Shape Round Cut Round Brilliant NA This exquisite 0.95 carat bi color sapphire stone i...
Sapphire
$920Sale Price|26% Off
9.20 Carat Natural Loose Hot Pink Tourmaline Stone Cushion Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 9.20 carat Dimensions 15.7x10.7x8.1mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity SI Shape Cut Cushion This 9.20 Carat Natural Loose Hot Pink Tourmaline is a breathtaking ge...
Tourmaline
1.65 Carat Natural Loose Bicolor Tourmaline Stone Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.65 carat Dimensions 11.6x4.6x3.6mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Emerald AG105 This exquisite 1.65-carat natural Bicolor Tourmaline from...
Tourmaline
$68Sale Price|20% Off
2.85 Carats Orange Citrine Stone Scissor Cut Natural Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.85 carats Dimensions 10.6x6.92x5.3 mm Treatment none Origin Brazil Clarity eye clean Shape octagon Cut scissor Imbued with the fiery hues of a Brazilian sunset, thi...
Citrine
$144Sale Price|20% Off
1.40 Carat Natural Loose Electric Blue Zircon Stone Oval Cut Cambodian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.40 carat Dimensions 5.8x4.8x4.1mm Treatment None Origin Cambodian Clarity VVS Shape Cut Oval This stunning 1.40 carat electric blue zircon from Cambodia showcases a ...
Zircon, Blue Zircon
20.15 Carat Natural Loose Ludwigite Inclusion Peridot Cushion Cut Pakistani Gems
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 20.15 carat Dimensions 14.8x14.8x11.9mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity SI Shape Cut Cushion This remarkable 20.15-carat natural Peridot from Pakistan features r...
Peridot
$72Sale Price|20% Off
1.50 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Stone Trilliant Cut Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 1.50 carat Dimensions 8.8x8.8x5.3mm Treatment None Origin Brazil Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Trilliant This 1.50 Carat Natural Loose Purple Amethyst Stone features a...
Amethyst
$184Sale Price|20% Off
6.95 Carat Loose Exceptional Natural Fire Citrine Gemstone from Brazil
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 6.95 carat Dimensions 13.1x12.1x8.8mm Treatment None Origin Brazil Clarity Loupe Clean Shape Octagon Cut Custom Precision NA This exceptional 6.95-carat loose natural fire c...
Citrine
3.40 Carat Natural Loose Bluish Green Tourmaline Emerald Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 3.40 carat Dimensions 9x6.8x6.4mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Emerald This 3.40 Carat Natural Loose Bluish Green Tourmaline features an elegant ...
Tourmaline
7.60tcw 15x8 Pear-Cut Matching Colombian Emeralds - Genuine Loose Gems
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Total Weight: 7.60-tcw Shape: Pear Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Medium Green Measurements: 15.69mm x 8.17mm x 7.09mm // 15.06mm x 8.00mm 5.05mm Ge...
Emerald
Fine Natural Aquamarine Beryl 2.66 Carat – Madagascar – Collector Quality Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
Experience the elegance of this natural Aquamarine gemstone, weighing an impressive 2.66 carats and sourced from the renowned gemstone regions of Madagascar. Known for its rich, deep...
Aquamarine
$512Sale Price|44% Off
4.65 Carat Natural Loose Peachy Pink Tourmaline Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.65 carat Dimensions 11.3x9.1x6.8mm Treatment Heart Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 4.65 Carat Natural Loose Peachy Pink Tourmaline is a radiant ge...
Tourmaline
2.77 Carat Pear Faceted Aquamarine Loose Gemstone
Located in Beaverton, OR
This aquamarine gemstone weighs 2.77 carats and is cut in a pear shape, measuring 11.42 x 8.07 x 6.48 mm. The pear silhouette combines a rounded body with a tapered point, offering b...
Aquamarine
7.55 Carat Bluish Green Colombian Emerald Oval Cut - May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 7.55-carats Shape: Oval Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good Color: Bluish Green Measurements: 15.80mm x 10.24mm x 8.32mm Geographic Origin: Colombia Tre...
Emerald
$364Sale Price|20% Off
5.00 Carats Sapphire Stones 7 Pieces Gemstones Lot from Madagascar
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 5.0 carats No of pieces 7 Treatment Heated Origin Madagascar Clarity VVS This stunning lot consists of 7 multi-colored sapphire gemstones with a total carat weight of ...
Sapphire
$152Sale Price|20% Off
7.25 carats Fire Citrine Stone Custom Precision Cut Natural Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 7.25 carat Dimensions 13x10.6x8.4mm Treatment None Origin Brazil Clarity Loupe Clean Shape Octagon Cut Custom Precision NA The Fire Citrine, with its impressive weight of 7....
Citrine
2.00 Carat Natural Loose Lagoon Tourmaline Pair Cushion Cut Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.00 carat Dimensions 6.8x4.6x3.7mm Treatment None Origin Afghan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 2.00 carat natural Lagoon Tourmaline pair from Afghanistan feature...
Tourmaline
$456Sale Price|20% Off
4.05 Carat Natural Loose Pinkish Red Garnet Stone Cushion Cut Tanzanian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 4.05 carat Dimensions 9.6x8.5x5.5mm Treatment None Origin Tanzanian Clarity VVS Shape Cut Cushion This 4.05 carat Natural Pinkish Red Garnet exhibits a rich, vibrant h...
Garnet
GIA Certified 4.03 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond D Color I1 Clarity Loose Stone
Located in Miami, FL
This 4.03 carat GIA-certified loose diamond features a round brilliant cut with icy D color and natural I1 clarity inclusions, making it an impressive choice for a standout solitaire...
Diamond
GIA Certified 3.50 Carats D Color VVS1 Clarity Cushion Shape Diamond Solitaire
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This exceptional GIA Certified 3.50 carat Cushion Cut diamond is graded D color and VVS1 clarity, representing the highest standards of purity and brilliance. The cushion cut blends ...
Diamond
Natural Blue Sapphire Gemstone 4.67 carats with GIA Report
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the world of beauty with 4.67 carats Natural Blue Sapphire, certified by GIA. This gem's oval shape, measuring 9.67 x 7.98 x 6.85 mm, reveals its stunning blue hue. With ver...
Blue Sapphire
9.25 Carat Natural Loose Green Amethyst Stone Emerald Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 9.25 carat Dimensions 13.4x11.6x9.3mm Treatment None Origin African Clarity VVS Shape Cut Emerald This 9.25 Carat Natural Loose Green Amethyst showcases a beautiful ...
Amethyst
$360Sale Price|20% Off
9.45 Carat Natural Loose London Blue Topaz Stone Emerald Cut African Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 9.45 carat Dimensions 15.4x9.0x6.5mm Treatment None Origin Africa Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Emerald This 9.45 Carat Natural Loose London Blue Topaz features a stri...
Blue Topaz
$76Sale Price|20% Off
0.84 carats Mint Green Tourmaline Asscher Cut Natural Afghan Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 0.84 carats Dimensions 5.5x5.4x3.9 mm Treatment none Origin Afghanistan Clarity VVS Shape octagon Cut asscher The 0.84 carat Mint Green Tourmaline stone, meticulously...
Tourmaline
$304Sale Price|20% Off
2.15 Carat Natural Loose Light Blue Aquamarine Emerald Cut Pakistani Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 2.15 carat Dimensions 7.5x7.2x6.0mm Treatment None Origin Pakistan Clarity VVS Shape Cut Emerald Experience the elegance of this 2.15 Carat Natural Loose Light Blue A...
Aquamarine
$304Sale Price|20% Off
7.25 Carat Natural Loose Madeira Citrine Stone Custom Cut Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 7.25 carat Dimensions 13.0x10.6x8.4mm Treatment None Origin Brazil Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Cushion Precision This 7.25 Carat Natural Loose Madeira Citrine Stone...
Citrine
$440Sale Price|20% Off
8.55 Carat Natural Loose Madeira Citrine Stone Fancy Cut Portuguese Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 8.55 carats Dimensions 16.5x11.9x9.5mm Treatment None Origin Brazil Clarity Loup Clean Shape Cut Fancy This 8.55 carat natural Madeira citrine showcases a rich, fiery...
Citrine