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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18K Gold Cobra Earrings
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Earring Diameter: 1.00" x 0.38" Total Weight: 3.7 Grams Stamped: "K18" Condition: Preowned, excellent
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, 3.00 carats, natural Tapered Baguette Diamonds Huggie Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, natural Diamonds Huggie Stud Earrings set in 18K White Gold. The weight of the natural Diamonds is 3.00 carats. The Tapered Baguette Diam...
Diamond, 18k Gold
0.33 Ct Natural Diamond Pear Halo Stud Earrings 18K White Gold SI H-I Handmade
Located in Deira, AE
These elegant pear-shaped diamond stud earrings offer a timeless silhouette with refined brilliance. A carefully selected pear-cut natural diamond sits at the center of each earring,...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.40 Ct Marquise Pear & Emerald Cut Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
Inspired by graceful botanical forms, these handcrafted stud earrings showcase an artistic cluster of marquise, pear, and emerald-cut natural diamonds arranged in an elegant asymmetr...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Angara Natural 1.6 ct Pink Sapphire Solitaire Heart Stud Earrings in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds 18K White Gold Heart Stud Earrings, 0.10ct
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate iconic luxury with these Chopard Happy Diamonds Heart Stud Earrings, crafted in luminous 18K white gold and set with signature floating diamonds totaling approximately 0.10...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.24 Ct Emerald Cut Pear Marquise Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
The emerald cut has always commanded on its own terms — broad, still, architectural. In these handmade cluster studs, it does exactly that: a large emerald-cut natural diamond sits f...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.67 Carat Natural Pear Marquise Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
The cluster stud earring is one of fine jewelry's most enduring formats — and at its best, it achieves something a solitaire cannot: a composition where the whole reads as greater th...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,687Sale Price|25% Off
14K Yellow Gold Chrome Diopside Halo Stud Earrings 0.40 Inch
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Add a vibrant pop of color to your jewelry collection with these dazzling 14K yellow gold stud earrings. Each earring showcases a matched pair of vivid green chrome diopside gemstone...
Diamond, Chrome Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$348Sale Price / item|50% Off
Lotus flower earrings with chalcedony and Mother of pearl
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with chalcedony and lotus flower, butterfly drawing. Handmade flower Shell Earrings with chalcedony. Beach Wedding bridal stud earrings. Mother of...
Chalcedony, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
Bvlgari Monete 18kt Gold Earrings with Diamonds, 4th Century Coins.
By Bulgari
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Two ancient coins from the 4th century BC. Light and Dark. One female and one male. The woman Opuntia - 360-350 ac, the man Olyntnos 432 - 348 ac. The earrings measure 17,8 x 18,7mm,...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 4.00 Carat D VVS1 Pear Shape Diamond Stud Earrings 18K White Gold
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
These elegant stud earrings feature a pair of GIA Certified Pear Shape diamonds totaling 4.00 carats (2.00 carats each), graded D color and VVS1 clarity, selected for their exception...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$384Sale Price / set|20% Off
Emerald Flower Everyday Stud Earrings for May Born in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Flower Everyday Stud Earrings in 18K Gold to make a statement with your look. You shall need studs earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a sparkl...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$200Sale Price / set|50% Off
Silvorra Modern Octagon Step Cut Emerald May Birthstone 925 Silver Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These refined 0.62 carat emerald stud earrings are crafted in 925 Sterling Silver. Featuring two vibrant octagon cut emeralds measuring approximately 3 x 5 mm, the minimalist gemston...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$348Sale Price / item|50% Off
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings, sapphire and sea, yacht, marina painting.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with sapphire cab, sea inspired drawing. Handmade Paint Sea, yacht, marina themed Shell Earrings with blue sapphire. Beach Wedding bridal stud ear...
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver
$348Sale Price / item|50% Off
Snake black and white earrings with onyx and Mother of pearl
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with black onyx and Snake black and white drawing. Handmade wild animals Shell Earrings with black onyx. Beach Wedding bridal stud earrings. Moth...
Onyx, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage Damiani Belle Époque Sapphire and Diamond Stud Earrings in White Gold
Located in London, England
A gorgeous pair of vintage Damiani Belle Époque sapphire and diamond earrings set in 18k white gold.
The earrings feature square motifs set with round brilliant-cut ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Carat White Gold Invisible Sapphire Flower Stud Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
A lovely sapphire stud earrings that you can use as everyday. We use the top quality Sapphire for our invisible setting. It is sweet blue and very sparking. The invisible is a highly...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$957Sale Price / item|44% Off
14 K Gold Rose Flower Earrings Studs with Amethysts and Sapphires
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold earrings with amethysts and sapphires. Metal: 14k solid gold Weight: 2.45 g. Earrings Size: 18 x 8 mm. Main stones: Natural amethysts - 2 pieces (2 pieces x 1.20 c...
Amethyst, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 2.04 Carats Vivid-Red, Burmese Rubies Earrings Made in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A gorgeous pair of Rubies weighing a total of 2.04 Carats coming from Burma and Pigeon's Blood in Color. The diamonds are a further 0.70 Carats. Rubies are referred to as "Ratnaraj" ...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Emeralds, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful stud earrings in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with two drop emeralds surrounded by diamonds. Diamonds 0.25 ct Emeralds 0.49 ct - 5 mm x 3 mm Total Weigth 1.90 gr RF ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
Natural Yellow Diamond and White Diamond Floral Stud Earrings in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
These beautiful earrings feature a beautiful combination of Natural Yellow and White diamonds, Yellow Diamonds carefully crafted with white diamonds in beautiful petals that form a s...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
$6,802Sale Price / set|20% Off
Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald Earrings with Trillion Diamonds 14K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
These elegant stud earrings are expertly crafted in 14K white gold and showcase vivid natural Zambian emeralds totaling 5.05 carats. Accented by brilliant natural diamonds weighing 0...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$110Sale Price / set|50% Off
Modern 4.15 Carat Purple Amethyst Stud Earrings in Sterling Silver for Women
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite vintage-inspired stud earrings, finely crafted in 925 sterling silver. At the center of each earring sits a radiant emerald-cut purple gemstone, surrounded by a halo ...
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
Stephen Webster Crystal Haze Butterfly earrings opalescent blue, black diamonds
Located in Amsterdam, NL
From the Crystal Haze collection are these Butterfly Cuff Earrings set with Black Opalescent and Quartz Crystal Haze and Black Diamond Pavé. Come and try them on! Inspired by noctur...
Crystal, Black Diamond, Quartz, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Knot Stud Earring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Glossy 9ct gold superbly tied in a knot make the most stylish design for these earrings. Knot Diameter: 19mm Height From Ear: 11mm Weight: 4.9g
Gold
Vintage Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. Platinum and Diamond Kiss Earrings
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Venice, CA
These are a classic and fun pair of kiss earrings from Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. The earrings are platinum and encrusted with 24 diamonds, bead set and graduated in size. ...
Diamond, Platinum
IGI Certified 10.19 Carat Aquamarines Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
This pair of 18K White Gold Earrings, certified by the International Gemological Institute (IGI), is a breathtaking study in serene color and substantial brilliance. At their heart a...
Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
AGS Certified 14K White Gold 1.0 Cttw Solitaire Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate any occasion with these classic shimmering diamond stud earrings. Crafted from 14k white gold each earring showcases a sparkling brilliant round-cut solitaire diamond in a ...
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Nina Zhou Nosa 4.60ctw Sapphire, Aquamarine and Diamond Cluster Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Like the shifting hues of a deep lagoon kissed by sunlight, these Nosa earrings capture the serene meeting of sapphire and aquamarine. Set in 14K yellow gold, each stud dances with c...
Diamond, Aquamarine, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Nina Zhou Sunflower 2.77ctw Turquoise & Diamond Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Newport Beach, CA
These sunflower earrings by Nina Zhou bring a burst of joyful color with their vibrant turquoise petals and diamond-set centers. The clean, symmetrical design captures the cheerful e...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co, E. Peretti, 18K YGold Tiffany By the Yard 0.46 CT diamond earrings
Located in Paris, FR
A refined and timeless pair of Tiffany & Co. “Diamonds by the Yard” stud earrings, designed by the legendary Elsa Peretti, whose minimalist creations have become icons of modern ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$1,050Sale Price / set|30% Off
Vintage American Textured Flower Form 14K Rose Gold Stud Earrings - Circa 1960's
Located in Chatham, CA
Vintage American pair of textured 14K rose gold flower form stud earrings - featuring one small accent diamond to the center of each flower / earring - each round faceted diamond is ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$348Sale Price / item|40% Off
Dandelion earrings studs with sapphires
Located in Istanbul, TR
925 silver dandelion flower earrings studs. Metal: 925 silver Weight: 1.45 g. Size: 15 x 12.4 mm. Central stones: Garnet Cut: Round cabochon Weight: approx 0.60 ct. Color: Yellow, ...
Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Silver
Angara Natural Bezel-Set Round Cabochon 1ct Opal Stud Earrings in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
$150Sale Price / set|50% Off
Silvorra 1.38 Carats Natural Blue Sapphire Floral Stud Earrings in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
These stud earrings from Silvorra are crafted in 925 sterling silver and feature eight round natural blue sapphires, each measuring 2.7 mm with a total gemstone weight of 1.38 carats...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
18 Karat Two-Tone Natural Green Emerald & Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
18 Karat Two-Tone Natural Green Emerald & Diamond Halo Stud Earrings Metal: 18k white / yellow gold Weight: 8.06 grams Dimensions: 12.5 x 13.5mm Diamonds: Approx. 2.00 CTW G-H VS r...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Nina Zhou 4.84 ctw Aquamarine & Diamond Cherry Blossom Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Newport Beach, CA
These stunning earrings capture the essence of springtime, featuring intricate designs inspired by the graceful cherry blossom. Artfully crafted, they showcase a harmonious blend of ...
Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold
Natural 2.95 TCW Oval Ruby Diamond Halo Stud Earrings 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
Elegant in scale yet rich in detail, these handcrafted ruby and diamond stud earrings celebrate the timeless beauty of natural gemstones with refined contemporary craftsmanship. At t...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$240Sale Price / set|20% Off
Round Cut Natural Blue Sapphire Bezel Set Stud Earrings in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These elegant stud earrings feature round cut natural blue sapphires, weighing 0.3 carats total. The sapphires are securely bezel set in 14K yellow gold, giving them a sleek and mode...
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Earrings with emerald, ruby and rose cut diamonds up to 0.10ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold stud earrings set with emerald, ruby, and rose diamonds totaling 0.10ct – G/H – SI Detailed description: The dimensions of the stud/pendant are 3.2 cm long by 2.2 c...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold
Nina Zhou 7.85ctw Amethyst Diamond Wildflower Earrings in 14K Rose Gold
By Nina Zhou
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A burst of violet in full bloom. These handcrafted floral earrings feature over 7.85 carats of richly saturated amethyst, each petal cut to enhance its brilliance and shape. At the h...
Diamond, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$348Sale Price / item|50% Off
Sea inspired, sailboat, yacht earrings with topaz and Mother of pearl
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with topaz sea inspired yacht drawing. Handmade sea Shell Earrings with topaz. Beach Wedding bridal stud earrings. Mother of pearl beach earrings. Shell paint earrings. Wearable art earrings studs. Topaz earrings. Custom order a unique art earrings with sea with sailboat earrings...
Pearl, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold Plate, Silver
Timeless Pear-Cut Blue Sapphire & Diamond Stud Earrings in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These stud earrings feature a 0.52 ct of pear-shaped blue sapphire set in 14k yellow gold. Each sapphire measuring 3 x 5 mm in size and accented by a sparkling round diamond weighing...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White gold Ruby and diamond invisible Stud Earrings
Located in Bangkok, TH
A lovely ruby stud earrings that you can use as everyday.We use the top quality Ruby for our invisible setting.It is deep red and very sparking. The invisible is a highly technique ....
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Set in 18K Rose Gold, 3.64 carats, Blue Sapphires & Pink Sapphires Stud Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Blue Sapphires & Pink Sapphires Stud Earrings set in 18K Rose Gold. The weight of the Blue Sapphires is 3.64 carats. The Blue Sapphir...
Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,971Sale Price / set|20% Off
1.80 Ct Natural Diamond Marquise & Emerald-Cut Stud Earrings, 14k White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
Floral cluster studs featuring marquise and emerald-cut natural diamonds in 14k white gold. 1.80 ct total · SI clarity · HI color · 2.36 gm gross weight. Details:- Item Code :-SEE-1...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$588Sale Price / set|20% Off
Modern 18K Yellow Gold 1 Carat Oval Turquoise Bezel Set Stud Earrings for Women
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These elegant turquoise stud earrings feature two oval-cut turquoise gemstones totaling 1 carat, beautifully set in 18K yellow gold. Each gem measures approximately 10×8 mm and rests...
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.93 Carats Natural Diamond Rosette Stud Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Deira, AE
Inspired by the graceful curves of a blooming flower, these handcrafted stud earrings feature an elegant openwork floral design that beautifully blends polished yellow gold with shim...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Certified 2.91 Carat Marquise Diamond Ear Climber Earrings
Located in Deira, Dubai
14 Karat White Gold Certified 2.91 Carat Marquise Diamond Ear Climber Earrings features marquise cut diamonds set in the cluster making a leaf shape ear climber earrings. Diamonds ar...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
14 Karat White Gold Tahitian Pearl Stud Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
14 Karat White Gold 13MM Tahitian Pearl Stud Earrings Metal: 14K white gold Weight: 7.59 grams Pearls: 2 gray Tahitian 13mm pearls with high luste...
Pearl, White Gold
$348Sale Price / item|50% Off
Hummingbird earings studs with rubies
Located in Istanbul, TR
Silver Hummingbird earrings studs with rubies. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating Weight: 2.2 g. Size: 11.73 x 15.85 mm. Central stones: Genuine rubies Cut: pear Weight: appro...
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, Silver
$348Sale Price / item|50% Off
Leopard pattern black and white earrings with onyx and Mother of pearl
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with black onyx and Leopard pattern black and white drawing. Handmade wild animals Shell Earrings with black onyx. Beach Wedding bridal stud earri...
Onyx, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
Pear Shape Blue Sapphire Gemstone Diamond Halo Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Deira, AE
Classic elegance meets exceptional craftsmanship in these handcrafted pear-shaped sapphire and diamond halo stud earrings. Each earring showcases a richly saturated natural pear-cut ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1 Ct Pear Cut Yellow Sapphire Halo Stud Earrings with Diamond in 14K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These pear shape stud earrings feature 1 carat of pear-cut yellow sapphires set in 14k white gold. Each sapphire measuring 6.2 x 3.5 mm, beautifully secured in classic prong settings...
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Angara Natural Oval 1 ct Tanzanite Stud Earrings with Diamond in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Tanzanite, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$510Sale Price|25% Off
14K Yellow Gold Pear-Shaped Ruby Mini Stud Earring 0.42 ctw 2nd or 3rd Hole
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
These refined mini studs are crafted in solid 14K yellow gold and set with a matched pair of pear-shaped rubies totaling approximately 0.42 carats. Each ruby is bezel-set for a smoot...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Earrings with brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.33ct 18k white gold 4.1 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold stud earrings set with brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.33ct - F/G - VS/SI detailed description: the front of the stud has a diameter of 1.6 cm wide weight 4.1 gra...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pear Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
Pear Cut Zambian Emerald Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings 14 Karat White Gold features pear cut emerald and marquise cut diamond set in cluster floral making stud earrings. Emerald is b...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 4.03 Carat Natural Round Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
GIA Certified 4.03 Carat Natural Round Diamond Stud Earrings GIA report numbers: 2294646005, 6412281516 Diamonds: 2.02 I VS2, 2.01 J VS1 round natural diamonds Metal: 14k white gold...
Diamond