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Cartier C Heart Ring

Cartier C Heart Diamond Ring
Cartier C Heart Diamond Ring

Cartier C Heart Diamond Ring

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

An iconic 18k white gold Cartier ring from the Hearts and Symbols collection. The 6 signature

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern More Rings

Materials

Diamond

Cartier ‘C Heart’ Diamond Ring with Diamonds
Cartier ‘C Heart’ Diamond Ring with Diamonds

Cartier ‘C Heart’ Diamond Ring with Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

A ring from the C Heart collection presented by Cartier. The collection is about simplicity and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Cartier 'C de Cartier' Diamond Heart Ring Set in 18k White Gold
Vintage Cartier 'C de Cartier' Diamond Heart Ring Set in 18k White Gold

Vintage Cartier 'C de Cartier' Diamond Heart Ring Set in 18k White Gold

By Cartier

Located in London, England

A stylish vintage Cartier 'C de Cartier' diamond heart ring set in 18k White Gold. The ring is

Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Cartier C Heart of Cartier Ring 18K White Gold with Diamonds
Cartier C Heart of Cartier Ring 18K White Gold with Diamonds

Cartier C Heart of Cartier Ring 18K White Gold with Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Measurements: Size: 8.75 - 59, Width: 7.20 mm Designer: Cartier Model: C Heart of Cartier Ring 18K White Gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Cartier C Heart of Cartier Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Cartier C Heart of Cartier Diamond Yellow Gold Ring

Cartier C Heart of Cartier Diamond Yellow Gold Ring

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

The perfect symbol for one's love, the C Heart of Cartier ring is the perfect addition to anyone's

Category

20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold C Heart Diamond Ring
Cartier Yellow Gold C Heart Diamond Ring

Cartier Yellow Gold C Heart Diamond Ring

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Weight: 7g Ring Size: 6.5 TCW: .36ct

Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier C Heart of Cartier Diamond Gold Eternity Band Ring
Cartier C Heart of Cartier Diamond Gold Eternity Band Ring

Cartier C Heart of Cartier Diamond Gold Eternity Band Ring

By Cartier

Located in Feasterville, PA

A magnificent authentic Cartier ring set with 102 of the finest Cartier round brilliant cut

Category

Early 2000s French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier C Heart White Gold Diamond Band Ring
Cartier C Heart White Gold Diamond Band Ring

Cartier C Heart White Gold Diamond Band Ring

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

This superbly designed ring by Cartier epitomizes beauty and style. Made of 18K white gold, the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier C Heart Diamond White Gold Ring Size 51
Cartier C Heart Diamond White Gold Ring Size 51

Cartier C Heart Diamond White Gold Ring Size 51

By Cartier

Located in Banbury, GB

SKU CT-1982 Brand Cartier Model C de Cartier Size EU 51/ US 5.75 / UK L

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier C Heart 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Band Ring
Cartier C Heart 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Band Ring

Cartier C Heart 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Band Ring

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

This superbly designed ring by Cartier epitomizes beauty and style. Made of 18K white gold, the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier C Heart Diamond 18k White Gold Ring Size 50
Cartier C Heart Diamond 18k White Gold Ring Size 50

Cartier C Heart Diamond 18k White Gold Ring Size 50

By Cartier

Located in Banbury, GB

SKU 77701363 Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card) Date 2011 Model C de Cartier Serial Number QJ

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2010s French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier C Hearts Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Vintage, Circa 2001
Cartier C Hearts Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Vintage, Circa 2001

Cartier C Hearts Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Vintage, Circa 2001

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier ring from the C de Cartier collection finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with pave

Category

Early 2000s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

C de Cartier Diamond Ring Sz 5.75 Heart Band c2001 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry
C de Cartier Diamond Ring Sz 5.75 Heart Band c2001 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry

C de Cartier Diamond Ring Sz 5.75 Heart Band c2001 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Vintage "C de Cartier" diamond heart ring crafted in 18k yellow gold. Diamonds total an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier C Heart Ring with Diamonds
Cartier C Heart Ring with Diamonds

Cartier C Heart Ring with Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

. Signed by Cartier Size 6 1/4

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier C Hearts Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Vintage, Circa 2001
Cartier C Hearts Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Vintage, Circa 2001

Cartier C Hearts Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold Vintage, Circa 2001

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier ring from the C de Cartier collection finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with pave

Category

Early 2000s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier C Heart of Cartier Diamond Gold Ring
Cartier C Heart of Cartier Diamond Gold Ring

Cartier C Heart of Cartier Diamond Gold Ring

By Cartier

Located in Agoura Hills, CA

A stunning Cartier ring from the "C Heart of Cartier" collection. The iconic double C design forms

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Diamond Gold "C Heart of Cartier" Band Ring
Cartier Diamond Gold "C Heart of Cartier" Band Ring

Cartier Diamond Gold "C Heart of Cartier" Band Ring

By Cartier

Located in Vail, CO

"C Heart of Cartier" band ring in 18k white gold, with one heart motif pavé set with 17 diamonds

Category

Early 2000s French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier C Heart de Cartier Ring 18K Rose Gold and Diamonds
Cartier C Heart de Cartier Ring 18K Rose Gold and Diamonds

Cartier C Heart de Cartier Ring 18K Rose Gold and Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

: 7.40 mm Designer: Cartier Model: C Heart de Cartier Ring 18K Rose Gold and Diamonds Exterior Color

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Cartier C Heart De Cartier Ring 18k Rose Gold and Diamonds
Cartier C Heart De Cartier Ring 18k Rose Gold and Diamonds

Cartier C Heart De Cartier Ring 18k Rose Gold and Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

, Width: 7.20 mm Designer: Cartier Model: C Heart de Cartier Ring 18K Rose Gold and Diamonds Exterior

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Cartier C Heart De Cartier Ring 18k Rose Gold and Diamonds
Cartier C Heart De Cartier Ring 18k Rose Gold and Diamonds

Cartier C Heart De Cartier Ring 18k Rose Gold and Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

: 5.75 - 51, Width: 7.35 mm Designer: Cartier Model: C Heart de Cartier Ring 18K Rose Gold and Diamonds

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21st Century and Contemporary Bridal Rings

Cartier C Heart de Cartier Ring 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Cartier C Heart de Cartier Ring 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds

Cartier C Heart de Cartier Ring 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

- 52, Width: 7.10 mm Designer: Cartier Model: C Heart de Cartier Ring 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bridal Rings

Cartier C Heart De Cartier Ring 18k Rose Gold and Diamonds
Cartier C Heart De Cartier Ring 18k Rose Gold and Diamonds

Cartier C Heart De Cartier Ring 18k Rose Gold and Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Measurements: Size: 4.75 - 49, Width: 7.40 mm Designer: Cartier Model: C Heart de Cartier Ring 18K Rose Gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Cartier C Heart De Cartier Ring 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Cartier C Heart De Cartier Ring 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds

Cartier C Heart De Cartier Ring 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Measurements: Size: 6 - 52, Width: 7.35 mm Designer: Cartier Model: C Heart de Cartier Ring 18K Yellow Gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bridal Rings

Cartier C Heart of Cartier Ring 18K White Gold with Diamonds
Cartier C Heart of Cartier Ring 18K White Gold with Diamonds

Cartier C Heart of Cartier Ring 18K White Gold with Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Measurements: Size: 4.25 - 48, Width: 7.00 mm Designer: Cartier Model: C Heart of Cartier Ring 18K White Gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Cartier 18 Karat White Gold and Diamond C Heart Ring Band
Cartier 18 Karat White Gold and Diamond C Heart Ring Band

Cartier 18 Karat White Gold and Diamond C Heart Ring Band

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier 18k White Gold & Diamond C Heart Ring Band 6.4g Size 51 For sale is a Cartier 18k white

Category

1990s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier C Heart de Cartier Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold and Diamonds 5.25 - 50
Cartier C Heart de Cartier Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold and Diamonds 5.25 - 50

Cartier C Heart de Cartier Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold and Diamonds 5.25 - 50

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

: Circumference 0", Width 0.2", Depth 0" Designer: Cartier Model: C Heart de Cartier Ring 18K Rose Gold and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Cartier C Heart of Cartier Ring 18K White Gold with Diamonds 18K White Gold
Cartier C Heart of Cartier Ring 18K White Gold with Diamonds 18K White Gold

Cartier C Heart of Cartier Ring 18K White Gold with Diamonds 18K White Gold

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Size: 6 - 52, Width: 7.10 mm Designer: Cartier Model: C Heart of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

White Gold

Cartier C Heart de Cartier Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold and Diamonds 5.25 - 50
Cartier C Heart de Cartier Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold and Diamonds 5.25 - 50

Cartier C Heart de Cartier Ring 18 Karat Rose Gold and Diamonds 5.25 - 50

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

: Circumference 0", Width 0.2", Depth 0" Designer: Cartier Model: C Heart de Cartier Ring 18K Rose Gold and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

C Heart Diamonds White Gold Ring
C Heart Diamonds White Gold Ring

C Heart Diamonds White Gold Ring

By Cartier

Located in Dublin, IE

C Heart Diamonds in 750 white gold with 17 diamonds. Hallmarks inside the ring "Cartier/750/A522804

Category

1990s French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Cartier C Heart of Cartier Ring 18K White Gold with Diamonds
Cartier C Heart of Cartier Ring 18K White Gold with Diamonds

Cartier C Heart of Cartier Ring 18K White Gold with Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Measurements: Size: 4.25 - 48, Width: 7.00 mm Designer: Cartier Model: C Heart of Cartier Ring 18K White Gold

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21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

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By Tiffany & Co.

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Cartier C Heart Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact cartier c heart ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, White Gold and 18k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 3 vintage or 17 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect cartier c heart ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A cartier c heart ring can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 11, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and heart cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a cartier c heart ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Cartier C Heart Ring?

Prices for a cartier c heart ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,195 and can go as high as $675,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,900.

Cartier for sale on 1stDibs

For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.

Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.

Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)

Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.

One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.

Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.

On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.

While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.

Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.