Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.
Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.
This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.
Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.
Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
Sapphire & Diamond Ring in Platinum, Midcentury Classic Men's Ring
Located in Northampton, MA
A crystalline royal blue sapphire is may be the focal point of this midcentury masterpiece of a ring, but did you get a look at those diamonds on the shoulders? The baguette and tria...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
$300Sale Price|50% Off
Signet 3.30ct Oval Blue Topaz & Quartz Sterling Silver Men's Band Ring, Size 9.5
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A bold vintage men’s signet ring crafted in solid sterling silver and set with a vibrant 3.30ct bezel set oval Blue Topaz. The faceted stone delivers bright, electric blue brilliance...
Quartz, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
Contemporary Turkish Luxury 24k Fused Silver Hammered Diamond Bee Coin Cocktail
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Contemporary Turkish Luxury 24k Fused Silver Hammered Diamond Ancient Greek Honey Bee Coin Cocktail Ring, Size 10 By Kurtulan Jewellery Imbued with classical mythology and ancient ar...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold, Gold
Solid Gold Circle Ring Revolution
Located in Cleveland, OH
The Revolution Circle ring steadily cycles from a unique square band to a perfectly circular top and back again. As the square base flows into a lush orga...
14k Gold
David Yurman's Men's Sterling Silver Black Onyx Signet Ring Size 13 #24159
By David Yurman
Located in Washington Depot, CT
David Yurman's Men's Sterling Silver Black Onyx Signet Ring This bold sterling silver signet ring features a smooth rectangular black onyx cabochon in a bezel setting with a wide s...
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Michael Kneebone Blue Chalcedony White Diamond Archaic Style Ring
Located in Austin, TX
Blue chalcedony is featured in this classic archaic style ring. The 10 x 10 mm cabochon is a rich aquamarine color and is well cut and polished. The gem is bezel set within a hand fabricated 18k yellow gold mounting accented with tube set white diamonds. The design for this "archaic" style ring was influenced by Viking jewelry...
Chalcedony, White Diamond, 18k Gold
David Yurman 22K Gold Large Signet Ring, Petrvs Collection, Size 10.5
By David Yurman
Located in Aspen, CO
David Yurman vintage 22K solid gold large ring from the David Yurman Petrvs Collection. Yurman got his inspiration for this Collection from ancient coins, intaglios and carvings. Pe...
22k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Antique Intaglio Signet Ring with Diamonds
Located in San Diego, CA
18k Yellow Gold Antique Intaglio Signet Ring MAKER: Seal & Scribe CIRCA: c. 2026 STYLE: Contemporary METAL: 18K Yellow Gold STONES: Diamonds CONDITION: New HALLMARKS: Maker ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Greek Ephesus Style 24k Fused Gold Silver Diamond Bee Coin Signet Ring
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Ancient Greek Ephesus Style 24k Fused Gold Silver Diamond Bee Coin Signet Ring, by Kurtulan Jewellery Imbued with classical mythology and ancient artistry, this striking statement co...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold, Gold
$462Sale Price|40% Off
German Kabirski Thoth 925 Sterling Silver Ring with Rough Ruby & Ibis Amulet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This ring is named after Thoth - the Egyptian god of wisdom, writing, and the moon, most often depicted as an ibis. The stone at its center is not an ornament. It is an authentic anc...
Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Round Signet Ring, Matte Finish, Size 5.75
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Round Signet Ring features a perfectly circular 13mm face, offering a bold yet balanced presence on the hand. Finished in Faye Kim’s signature matte green gold...
Gold, 18k Gold
Chevalier ring, 9K Rose Gold, Enamel Four Maritime Republics. Jupiterpluvius
Located in Cattolica, IT
A Chevalier ring, made of 9 kt rose gold and embellished with a seal handcrafted in fire enamel. The design represents the four symbols of the maritime republics ( Venice, Genoa, Pis...
9k Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Cushion Signet Ring, Square Face, Size 5.75, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Cushion Signet Ring features a rounded square face, offering a modern presence in a classic style for the hand. Finished in Faye Kim’s signature matte gre...
Gold
13.43 cts. Unheated Step Cut Oval Ceylon Sapphire Signet Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
We proudly present a GIA certified large unheated, bold ,lustrous, and pure Ceylon sapphire. The style of the ring setting combines a vintage signet look with a contemporary rounde...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Diamond Signet Ring, 18K Gold, Letter C
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
Designed by Michelle Massoura to celebrate the love you have for yourself or a special someone, our ‘Diamond Signet Ring’ is made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, and features the letter C, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Jadeite Jade Ring, Platinum. Midcentury, Certified Untreated
Located in Northampton, MA
A luminous, highly translucent vivid apple green jadeite jade cabochon from Burma (Myanmar) that has been certified by jade authority, Mason Kay to be free from any treatment whatso...
Jade, Platinum
$520Sale Price|20% Off
Crest Ring Signet Skull Unisex Gold Memento Mori Style
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Skull Crest Signet Ring 14k Gold Plated Silver Memento Mori Statement Ring Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Crest Signet Ring, from the Secret Doors series, is handcrafted in solid silver with 14k gold plating. A raised crest carries a skull worked in high relief at the center, built on a bold architectural form that gives the ring a strong graphic face. It is a unisex signet made for women and men. The skull set within a crest references Victorian memento...
Silver, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Gold
The Last Supper Ring with Diamonds 24K Yellow Gold and Silver Size 7.5
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
The Last Supper Ring with Diamonds 24kt Yellow Gold and Silver by Kurtulan, Religious, Wedding Band, Gift for Him, Leonardo da Vinci The Last Supper Ring with Diamonds, 24kt Gold Fu...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold, Gold
$224Sale Price / item|20% Off
German Kabirski Noctis Oxidized Silver Skull Signet Ring
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Dark, unyielding, and steeped in mystery, Noctis carries the imprint of something eternal. This handcrafted silver ring, forged in oxidized 925 sterling silver, features a stamped sk...
Silver, Sterling Silver
18k Yellow Gold Antique Intaglio Signet Ring with Diamonds
Located in San Diego, CA
18k Yellow Gold Antique Intaglio Signet Ring MAKER: Seal & Scribe CIRCA: c. 2026 STYLE: Contemporary METAL: 18K Yellow Gold STONES: Antique Diamonds CONDITION: New HALLMARK...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Ancient Roman Coin Ruby & Emerald Cabochon Diamond Ring
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A refined and substantial 18K yellow gold coin ring, centered by an ancient-style coin displaying a richly darkened patina and classical profile detail. The mounting has a bold, col...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Intaglio Onyx 14 Karat Yellow Gold Roman Soldier Gents Signet Ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This refined signet style ring is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and features a striking onyx intaglio carved with the profile of a Roman soldier, evoking classical antiquity and ti...
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,520Sale Price / item|20% Off
1.91 Carat Oval Natural Green Emerald Bezel Set Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This bold 1.91 carat oval cut emerald signet-style ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold. The emerald measuring about 7.5 x 9 mm. The gemstone is securely set in a smooth bezel setting,...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold Green Jade & Emerald Cut Amethyst Inlay Signet Tank Ring Chunky Size 7
Located in SYDNEY, AU
This magnificent tank ring is made in green jade and features an emerald cut purple amethyst in a 14ct yellow gold bezel. It is a fabulous statement piece and also looks very cool as...
Amethyst, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Signet Ring 0.20cts, 18k Gold, 3.5 Grams gold
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
Designed by Michelle Massoura to celebrate the love you have for yourself or a special someone, our ‘Diamond Signet Ring’ is made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, and features the letter J, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ammanii Evil Eye Ring in Vermeil Gold
By Ammanii
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The eye symbol used across cultures for protection and wading away evil. Part of our Sa'mma Collection. Sa'mma means the Sky. The collection is a homage to the sky; the universal blanket that covers all mankind and protects us under its wings. The protective eye ring is a reminder of the higher powers watching over us. The Evil Eye ring is crafted in vermeil gold, that is 925 sterling silver with 18k gold plating. The ring has a handset clear zircon...
Zircon, Topaz, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Faye Kim 22K Gold Diamond Signet Ring, 3.88 Carat, GIA Certified, USA
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 22 Karat Gold Diamond Dome Ring is beautifully matte-finished and offers spectacular, one-of-a-kind sparkle with its mesmerizing 3.88 carat stone and seamless dome setting...
Tourmaline, Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold
Diamond Signet Ring, 18k Gold, Letter S, by Michelle Massoura
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
Designed to celebrate the love you have for yourself or a special someone, our ‘Diamond Signet Ring’ is made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, and features the letter S, surrounded by diamond...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Circle Pinky Signet Ring, Diamond Halo Disk, Engraveable 14K Yellow Gold LR51521
Located in Austin, TX
This pinky signet ring is such a versatile piece, ready to be personalized with an engraving! You can pair it with multiple rings for a bold, fashion...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Antique Intaglio Love Signet Ring
Located in San Diego, CA
18k Yellow Gold Antique Intaglio Love Signet Ring MAKER: Seal & Scribe CIRCA: c. 2023 STYLE: Contemporary METAL: 18K Yellow Gold STONES: Rhod...
Rhodolite, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Vintage Carnelian Intaglio Signet Ring Size 5.75 #25066
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold Vintage Carnelian Intaglio Signet Ring Elegant and timeless, this 18k yellow gold signet ring features a richly hued carnelian intaglio, expertly carved with classic...
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
5ct Tanzanite Forget Me Knot Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Making a bold yet refined statement, the Forget Me Knot Tanzanite Ring is crafted in 18ct white gold, its mesmerising gemstone embraced by Ohliguer’s sculptural knot design. The lumi...
Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Signet Ring Gold Coin Cocktail Ring Medal Woman Ruby
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Signet Ring Woman Mask Ruby Gold Coin Medal Designer: J DAUPHIN The Signet Ring is handcrafted in gold plated brass, a coin medal face engraved with a masked woman and set with a r...
Ruby, Gold Plate, Brass
Black Diamond Ring 14K Yellow Gold Plated Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Black Diamond = 0.20 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Ring Size: 8* US *It can be ...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver,...
From $936Sale Price / item|20% Off
Minimalist Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Signet Ring for Her in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Minimalist Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Signet Ring for Her in 14K Solid Yellow Gold. Featuring a richly hued oval-cut natural sapphire, securely nestled in a sleek bezel setting, this rin...
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.40 Carat Round Cut Diamond Three-Stone 18K Yellow Gold Signet Ring
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
The ring is 18K Yellow Gold The 3 Diamonds are Round Cut The Center stone is a Round Brilliant Cut 1.00 Carats K I1 The 2 Side stones are European Cut 0.40 Carats F/G VS All 3 diamon...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,796Sale Price|20% Off
Jade Ring with Diamonds Certified Untreated, New & Unworn Size 9.5
Located in Northampton, MA
A lush apple-green half-cylinder of natural and untreated Burmese jadeite jade is the bright and impressive focal point of this 18K white gold circa 1990s -though never worn- jade sa...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
$423Sale Price / item|40% Off
Gold fish Painted Cameo Mother of pearl ring, Personalized Ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Goldfish Ring Mother of Pearl - 14k Gold Plated 925 Silver - Russian Pushkin Fairytale ring - Painted Signet Ring - Make a wish jewelry - Zolotaya Rybka Ring - Personalized Ring. Th...
Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
Estate 13.40 Ct Star Sapphire Diamond Gent 18 Kt Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful estate Gent ring is 1945/50 ca. Individually hand crafted of solid 18 KT white gold, marked Traditional design suitable for either sex, displaying a beautiful polished...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Antique Intaglio Signet Ring with Diamonds
Located in San Diego, CA
18k Yellow Gold Antique Intaglio Signet Ring MAKER: Seal & Scribe CIRCA: c. 2026 STYLE: Contemporary METAL: 18K Yellow Gold STONES: Diamonds CONDITION: New HALLMARKS: Maker ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Dalben 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k solid yellow gold scratch engraved finishing signet ring . Ring size 7 1/4 USA - EU 55 . Top dimensions : height 15,5 mm width 14,5 mm This ring requires three we...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage diamond 18k two tone gold signet "S" ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage signet ring features a bold sculptural “S” motif set with 10 single and round brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.15 carat, arranged to subtly highlight the ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Anemone Sculpture-Ring in Bronze by Lo Studiolo Genève
Located in Geneve, CH
Anemone Sculpture-Ring in Bronze by Lo Studiolo Genève. Unique Piece Dimensions: Upper part of the ring approximately H 35 × W 20 × D 20 mm. Materials: Bronze. This piece is fully c...
Quartz, Bronze
Contemporary Turkish 24K Gold Fused Silver Hammered Diamond Bee Coin Signet Ring
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Contemporary Turkish 24K Gold Fused Silver Hammered Diamond Bee Coin Signet Ring, Size 6 1/2 (US), by Kurtulan Jewellery Imbued with classical mythology and ancient artistry, this st...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold, Gold
Maria Canale Gold Pyramide Black Onyx Ring
By Maria Canale
Located in Miami, FL
A stunning María Canalé “Gold Pyramide” ring crafted in 18kt gold, with a total weight of 17.90 grams. The design features bold black onyx pyramids, each elegantly set with brilliant...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
Victor Mayer 18k Gold Amethyst Signet Ring with Heraldic Shield Intaglio
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Amethyst cushion signet pinky ring in yellow gold, set with a hand-carved amethyst measuring 12.0 × 10.5 mm and engraved with a heraldic shield motif featuring a bird and crown. The ...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$656Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold, Signet Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Heart Cut Ruby Unisex Ring, Signet Ring for Her in 18K Gold featuring natural ruby of 0.25 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style, every occasion or any o...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Diamond Onyx 18 Karat White Gold Flip Signet Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Signet style ring centers an 11.0 mm circular disk center that flips on an axis One side is bead set with clustered round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.20 carat tot...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,295 / item
14 Karat Aquamarine Bezel Ring, Signet Ring
Located in Wallingford, CT
Simple and classic faceted aquamarine stone set on 14k yellow gold ring. Metal: 14K yellow gold Stone: Natural Aquamarine. Stone Size: 4mm x 6mm Stone Shape: Oval Setting: Bezel Birt...
Aquamarine, Rose Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Crest Ring Signet Skull 14k Gold Memento Mori Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural Skull Crest Signet Ring Solid 14K Gold Memento Mori Designer J DAUPHIN Handcrafted in solid 14k gold, this heavy sculptural statement ring is a signature piece from the J D...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sacchi Antique Roman Coin Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Rome, IT
Antique Roman Coin Satin Yellow Gold Ring, from Sacchi’s "Rome" Collection, hand-crafted with lost-wax casting technique. Lost-wax casting, one of ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$858 / item
14K Yellow Gold Gold Cushion Signet Ring
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
Add this precious 14K gold Cushion Signet ring to your look! 14K Gold Ring size 8 Gift Box Included! Ships within 1-2 business days Certi...
Yellow Gold
Certified Natural Yellow Sapphire Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
Crafted from solid gold, this ring with its natural yellow sapphire centre piece is sure to make a subtle statement when adorning any finger. Materials: 14K Solid Gold Gemstone: n...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold
$1,291 / item
Diamond Signet Ring, 18K gold
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
Our Diamond Disk Signet Ring, is designed to fit comfortably on your pinky finger and will become your new staple piece. It is set with natural diamonds that look like glitter, in 18Karat Yellow Gold. All of our orders are delivered in a black velvet box, a Certificate of Authenticity stating the piece's materials and characteristics, along with a gifting bag and branded satin ribbon. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Diamonds, with approximate total carat weight 0.10cts (Color G, Clarity SI). Diameter of diamond disk is 7mm. This piece is handmade to order. Please allow up to 2 weeks for production. If you need help...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mens Round Bezel Set Diamond Chunky Signet Ring 10 Karat Yellow and White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 11 This striking diamond ring showcases a brilliant round-cut center stone set in a bold two-tone gold design. The bezel set diamond is framed by a halo of glittering acc...
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Signet Ring, 18k Yellow Gold, Oval, 11.0 x 9.0 mm, with heraldic Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Oval Signet Ring, 11.0 x 9.0 mm, 18k Yellow, with heraldic Engraving About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is internationally renowned for elegant timeless design...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$948Sale Price / item|20% Off
Handcrafted Bezel Set Oval Zambian Emerald Signet Ring with 14k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this Handcrafted Bezel Set Oval Emerald Signet Ring showcases a vibrant 0.9ct oval-cut Zambian emerald in a sleek bezel setting. The minimalist signet-ins...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,850
Lapis Lazuli Crown Ring
Located in Cohasset, MA
Exquisite 18K Lapiis Lazuli Crowned Z ring, size 8
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Solid Silver Circle Ring Revolution
Located in Cleveland, OH
The Revolution Circle ring steadily cycles from a unique square band to a perfectly circular top and back again. As the square base flows into a lush orga...
Sterling Silver
Signet Liso Ring in Sterling Silver 925 by Alejandra Campos Taylor
Located in Geneve, CH
Signet Liso Ring in Sterling Silver 925 by Alejandra Campos Taylor. Dimensions: W 1.7 x D 1.5 x H 2 cm. Ring Size: Fits US sizes 7 to 9; please contact us to specify your desired US ...
Sterling Silver