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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Cartier Ellipse Yellow Gold Ring Two Crossed Heads with Rubies
By Cartier
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Cartier size 51 Original Box This exceptional Cartier Ellipse ring is a refined example of the Maison’s timeless elegance and masterful design. Crafted from 18-karat yellow gold, th...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Ruby and 18 Carat White Gold Half Eternity Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This lovely half eternity holds a strip of square cut rubies which reach around half of the 18ct white gold band. The 14 rubies total 1.4ct. Ring Size: N or 6 3/4 Band Width: 3mm ...
Ruby, White Gold
From $464Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Solid Yellow Gold Round Cabochon Blue Sapphire Half Eternity Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Round Cabochon Blue Sapphire Half Eternity Band Ring in 14K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infini...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$888Sale Price / item|20% Off
Bohemian Style Turquoise Eternity Band Ring in 14k Yellow Gold Gift For Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant eternity band is crafted in radiant 14k yellow gold and adorned with 1.83 carats of vibrant round turquoise gemstones. Each stone is meticulously set in a full-circle de...
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Genuine 750 18K yellow gold Tiffany & Co vintage Elsa Peretti signature 2.7mm wide stacking band ring with single 0.02 carat fine round brilliant cut diamond from Bracken Jeweler...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold over Sterling Silver 1/2 Ct Champagne Diamond 11 Stone Band Ring
Located in New York, NY
A glittering gift of truest love, this diamond anniversary band celebrates your everlasting romance. Crafted in 14kt yellow gold plated 925 sterling silver, this timeless look featur...
White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 14k Gold
$328Sale Price / item|20% Off
Stackable Citrine Half Eternity Band Ring in 18kt Solid Yellow Gold For Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Stackable Citrine Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represen...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,640Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Mounted 5.11 ct Blue Sapphire Eternity Band Ring Stacking Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue sapphire eternity band ring in 14K gold symbolises the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1990's Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Twisted Rope Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a round brilliant cut diamond weighing approximately 0.12 carat G color with -VS2 clarity - set in a high polish bezel Completed by grooved twist motif shank Stamped for 18...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$880Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pink Sapphire Band Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pink sapphire eternity band in 18K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The circular shape represents love whi...
Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$2,672Sale Price / item|20% Off
Vivid Emerald Cut 9.81 ct Emerald Eternity Band Ring in 14K Yellow Gold Settings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald eternity band ring in 14K gold symbolises the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The circular shape represents love whic...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Half Eternity
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The gorgeous square cut stones set within the 18ct white gold are so sparkly and the sapphires are a great bright blue colour. The diamonds total approx 25pts and the sapphires total...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Seven-Stone Prong Set Diamond Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
It highlights the specific count of the prominent, brilliant-cut diamonds across the top. This identifies the setting style where adjacent diamonds share metal prongs, allowing more ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$340Sale Price / item|20% Off
Aquamarine Stackable Half Eternity Band in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Aquamarine half eternity band ring in 18K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The half circular shape represe...
Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$488Sale Price / item|20% Off
Round Ruby Half Eternity Band, Stacking Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby half eternity band in 14K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The circular shape represents love which w...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
CARTIER Love Me Ring. Cartier Stacking Wedding Band 18k Yellow and White Band.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Cartier Love Me Band. Genuine Cartier with Certification and Original Box. Condition: Little to no signs of wear. Details: 6.6grams total Size 5 or 48
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$380Sale Price / item|20% Off
18k Solid Yellow Gold Peridot Eternity Band
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Peridot Eternity Band Ring in 18K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. Th...
Peridot, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$328Sale Price / item|20% Off
Stackable 1 MM Round Aquamarine Band Ring 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Stackable 1 MM Round Aquamarine Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represen...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$336Sale Price / item|20% Off
Peridot Pave Eternity Band, Stackable Peridot Band Ring 14k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Peridot Half Eternity Band Ring in 14K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The circular shape represents love...
Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fope Flex Ring White and Rose Gold with Diamonds
By Fope
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Fope Flex Ring in white and rose gold is a refined example of contemporary Italian jewellery design, combining elegance, innovation, and everyday comfort. Crafted in 18 karat gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$420Sale Price / item|20% Off
VR Jewels 18k Solid Yellow Gold Multi-Sapphire Eternity Band Ring Gift For Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Multi Sapphire Eternity Band Ring in 18K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your pa...
Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$360Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dainty 0.1 Carat Emerald Evil Eye Stacking Ring 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Emerald Evil Eye Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald of 0.1 carat. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style, every occasion o...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Parentesi Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Open Work Wide Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
This striking wide band ring is an iconic Parentesi design by Bulgari, instantly recognisable for its strong geometric presence and refined Italian craftsmanship. Inspired by the ar...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,260Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dainty Baguette Ruby & Diamond Stackable Half Eternity Ring in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant half-eternity ring features 5 baguette cut rubies totaling 0.87 carats, set in rich 14k white gold. Each ruby measuring approximately 2X4.5 mm in size, set horizontally ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$568Sale Price / item|20% Off
Round Cut Emerald Half Eternity Band, Stacking Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald half eternity band in 14K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represents love which w...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$496Sale Price / item|20% Off
Minimal Pink Sapphire Diamond Half Stacking Band Ring in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Minimal Pink Sapphire Diamond Half Stacking Band Ring in 14K Gold featuring natural pink sapphire of 0.55 carat and diamonds of 0.09 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with e...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Picchiotti 18 Karat White Gold .84 Carat Diamond & Black Onyx Tiger Pattern Ring
By Picchiotti
Located in New York, NY
Designed by master craftsman Giuseppe Picchiotti, this glamorous ring is the perfect example of classic, cool and edgy all at once. Swirls of black ony...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
$476Sale Price / item|20% Off
Unisex Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Unisex Diamond Eternity Band Ring in 14K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represents love ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage Diamond and 9 Carat Gold Wishbone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stylish wishbone ring is modelled in 9carat gold and holds 7 sparking diamonds totalling 14pts. The stones are set in a channel within the band. Ring Size: M or 6 1/4 Band Wi...
Diamond, Gold
Modern Emerald and Diamond 9 Carat Gold Half Eternity Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The square cut emeralds in this ring are beautiful and bright and measure 15pts each. In between the gorgeous green stones are diamonds which measure 2pts each. The ring is modelled ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Mark Broumand 0.60 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Men's Engraved Wedding Band
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning 14k rose gold men's wedding band features intricate hand engraved details throughout its circumference. For added shimmer, round brilliant cut diamonds are set along bo...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,032Sale Price / item|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Half Eternity Band Stacking Ruby Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Ruby half eternity band in 14K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The circular shape represents love which w...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,756Sale Price / item|20% Off
VR Jewels Stackable 5.46 Carat Emerald Eternity Band Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald cut emerald eternity band ring in 14K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you h...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian 18 karat Yellow Gold Band Ring with Diamond
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Band Ring with Diamond bezel setting is a luxurious and elegant piece of jewelry. The ring is crafte...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.73 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond Half Eternity Ring Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring 0.73 Carats Natural Emeralds and 0.61 Carats of Diamond Accents set in Platinum. People have admired emerald’s green for thousands of years. Emeralds have a...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$360Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Rose Gold Pink Sapphire Full Eternity Band
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pink sapphire eternity band in 14K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The circular shape represents love whi...
Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$376Sale Price / item|20% Off
Handcrafted Pave Set Ruby Stacking Band Ring in 18k Solid Rose Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted Pave Set Ruby Stacking Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for y...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$988Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold 2.24 Ct Natural Blue Sapphire Half Eternity Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue sapphire half eternity band ring in 14K gold symbolises the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$372Sale Price / item|20% Off
14k Yellow Gold Stackable Amethyst Half Band Ring Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Stackable Amethyst Half Band Ring in 14K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represents love ...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari B.Zero1 Ring 18 karat Rose Gold 2 Rows
By Bulgari
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Inspired by the monumental Colosseum The Bulgari B.Zero 1 Ring in 18-karat rose gold with 2 rows is a striking and iconic piece of jewelry from the renowned Italian luxury brand Bulg...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
$400Sale Price / item|20% Off
Genuine Sapphire Stackable Half Eternity Band Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Sapphire Stackable Half Eternity Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite lov...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Band Ring in 18K Rose Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Genuine 18K rose gold Tiffany &Co vintage Elsa Peretti signature 2.7mm wide stacking band ring, from the estate jewelry collection at Bracken Jewelers in Santa Monica California. Set...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$308Sale Price / item|20% Off
Multi Sapphire Half Eternity Band in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Multi sapphire half eternity band in 18K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for you...
Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Tiffany & Company Elsa Peretti Open Heart Ring 18K Rose Gold Small Size
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Open Heart ring crafted in 18K rose gold, featuring the iconic open heart motif measuring approximately 11 mm. Designed by Elsa Peretti, this elegant a...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$544Sale Price / item|20% Off
Trendy Diamond Studded Paperclip Chain Ring in 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Paperclip Chain Ring Set in 18K Gold featuring natural diamonds of 0.11 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. April birthstone diamond brings love, fam...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Gold 1.29 Carat Diamond and Turquoise Infinity Band Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
An artful balance between vibrancy and elegance defines the allure of this 18 Karat Gold 1.29 Carat Diamond and Turquoise Infinity Band Ring. Woven into an intricate infinity pattern...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
$1,712Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K White Gold 8.9 Ct Stackable Aquamarine Eternity Band Ring Aquamarine Band
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Aquamarine eternity band ring in 14K gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partn...
Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$772Sale Price / item|20% Off
Brilliant Cut Diamond Sapphire Eternity Ring Studded in 18kt Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Stackable Sapphire Diamond Eternity Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represent...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage Cartier Amour et Trinity Ring c1998 Sz 46 3.75 18k White Gold Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Cartier 'Amour et Trinity' ring, crafted in 18 karat white gold. The ring is circa 1998 and no longer available for sale at retail. The ring was a limited edition release for the 1...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Modern Italian 18 karat White Gold Band Ring with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Modern Italian 18kt White Gold Band Ring with Diamonds is a luxurious and elegant piece of jewelry that reflects contemporary Italian design and craftsmanship. Crafted from 18-ka...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Double Buckle Gold Band
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous gold band was made in the 1940’s and is extra large and chunky! The double buckle detail is paired with fine engraving which is all around the band. Made in Birmingham,...
Gold
$332Sale Price / item|20% Off
18kt Solid Yellow Gold Round Cut Peridot Stackable Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Round Cut Peridot Stackable Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represents l...
Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Cut 5.43 Ct Natural Diamond Eternity 14K Rose Gold Band Ring for Women
Located in Deira, Dubai
Oval Cut 5.43 Ct Natural Diamond Band Ring 14 Karat Rose Gold Handmade Jewelry This exquisite piece features a full circle of perfectly matched oval-cut stones, each set in a warm ro...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
From $4,472 / item
4.05ct SI/H Round Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
4.05ct SI/H Round Cut Diamond Eternity Band Ring 18k White Gold features round cut diamonds set in a circle making an engagement band ring. Diamonds are believed to enhanced mental ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18K Gold & Diamond Signature X Band Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, signed gold & diamond ring. By Tiffany & Co. In 18k yellow and white golds. Bezel set with 2 round white diamonds. In the Signature X series. Fully marked. Simply won...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bulgari Ceramic Rose Gold Rock Ring B.zero1
By Bulgari
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Size : 54 Ring width : 1,2cm , height : 0,3cm The Bulgari B.zero1 Rock Ring is a bold and contemporary reinterpretation of Bulgari’s iconic B.zero1 collection, inspired by Rome’s C...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,220Sale Price / item|20% Off
Art Deco Black & White 1.55CT Diamond Checkered Band Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Black White Diamond Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represents ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Carrera y Carrera Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Double Horse Ring Band
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera Vintage Estate 18K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Ring, c. late 20th century. For the free spirit with a taste for the exquisite. Witness the sculpted majesty of horses,...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Round Cut Diamond Twisted Infinity Band Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite diamond twisted band, a perfect fusion of classic warmth and modern artistry. Crafted in radiant 14K yellow gold, the ring feature...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,540Sale Price / item|20% Off
Stackable 14K Solid Yellow Gold 4.26 ct Natural Emerald Eternity Band Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
4.26 ct Natural Emerald Eternity Band in 14K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for yo...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold-filled