Cartier Panthere Double Head 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size 53
By Cartier
Located in Fairfax, VA
This vintage Cartier Panthere double head ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold, featuring two sculptural panther heads facing one another in an open wraparound design.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthere Double Head Vintage 18K Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A Cartier Panthère bypass ring in 18k gold, showcasing vintage elegance and intricate design. Crafted in 18k gold, the ring features a coiled band that wraps around the finger, endi...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Double Panthere Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Sz 6 1/4
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A Cartier Vintage Panthère Ring, crafted in 18k yellow gold. Features two panther figures holding an oval rose cut sapphire. Size: 6 1/4 (Resizeable) Brand: Cartier Material: Yello...
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Panthere de Double Head Emerald Yellow Gold Ring 7.25 55
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous authentic Cartier ring from the iconic Panthere de Cartier collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features an intertwined double panther head design accented with...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Vintage Panthère de Cartier Double Headed Panther Ring, Size 54
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A striking vintage Panthère de Cartier double-headed panther ring set in 18k yellow gold.
The ring is designed as two opposing panther heads wrapping around the finger, s...
Garnet, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthere Brooch 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Emerald Eyes Vintage
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this Cartier piece captures the dynamic elegance of the panther in motion. The feline is depicted mid-stalk, with its body low, one foreleg reaching forwa...
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Panthere Brooch 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Emerald Eyes Vintage
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this Cartier piece captures the dynamic elegance of the panther in motion. The feline is depicted mid-stalk, with its body low, one foreleg reaching forwa...
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Panthere Brooch 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Emerald Eyes Vintage
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this Cartier piece captures the dynamic elegance of the panther in motion. The feline is depicted mid-stalk, with its body low, one foreleg reaching forwa...
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Cartier Double Headed Panther Brooch Set in 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Cartier Panthère double headed brooch set in 18k yellow and white gold.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Double Panthere Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The beauty of wild cats is captured in this striking pre-owned Cartier design. Crafted in 18kt yellow gold, this ring is detailed with black enamel and boasts a double panther motif....
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Double Panthere Sapphire Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent Cartier ring featuring the iconic Panthere motifs crafted in 18k yellow gold holding a oval rose cut sapphire. The sapphire measures 10.11 x 8.87 x 5.50mm
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Double Panthere Sapphire Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent Cartier ring featuring the iconic Panthere motifs crafted in 18k yellow gold holding a oval rose cut sapphire. The sapphire measures 10.11 x 8.87 x 5.50mm
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthère Double Head Emerald Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Napoli, NA
Iconic Panthère de Cartier ring, yellow gold 750/1000. It features an intertwined double panther head design accented with a black onyx nose and green emerald eyes. Made in France, c...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthère Double Head Emerald Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Napoli, NA
Iconic Panthère de Cartier ring, yellow gold 750/1000. It features an intertwined double panther head design accented with a black onyx nose and green emerald eyes. Made in France, c...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Double Panthere De Cartier Ring Emerald and Onyx
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k yellow gold ring by Cartier from the Panthere De Cartier collection. The ring is composed of two panthere head motifs beside each other and are complemented with two ...
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Double Panthere De Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful 18k yellow gold ring by Cartier from the Panthere De Cartier collection. This ring is composed of two panthere head motifs beside each other and are complemented with two...
Emerald, Onyx, Yellow Gold
Cartier Double Panthere De Cartier Yellow Gold, Emerald and Onyx Ring
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k yellow gold ring by Cartier from the Panthere De Cartier collection. The ring is composed of two panthere head motifs beside each other and are complemented with two ...
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Double Panthere Head Ring in 18K Yellow Gold and Black Enamel
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cartier double Panthere head ring with emerald eyes in 18k yellow gold and black enamel with French hallmarks.
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Panthère Double Leopard Head Yellow Gold Ring Size 52
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301057 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2014 Model B421452 Serial Number AE**** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Onyx, Tsavorite, Green Garnet Weight Approximately 14 g Ring Size 52 C...
Garnet, Onyx, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Panthère de Cartier Double Panther Dress Ring Set in 18k Tri-Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A beautiful Panthère de Cartier double headed crossover ring set in 18 karat rose, yellow and white gold.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Double Panthére Yellow White and Rose 11.76 Grams Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Authentic Cartier Panthère Ring, made in 18k yellow, white, and rose gold. The weight of this ring is 11.76 grams The size is 6.5 US, at customer's request we can resize in 3 days.
Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Double Panther Spotted Leopard Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Cartier double head Panthere ring is crafted in 18kt yellow gold. The ring is composed of two Panthere head motifs beside each other set with bold enamel spots and are ...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Cougar Panthere Double Head Ring Tri Color Gold 51
By Cartier
Located in Kobe, Hyogo
Item: Cartier Cougar Panther Ring Stones: --- Metal: 18K Yellow / Rose / White Gold Ring Size: 51 US SIZE 5.5 UK SIZE K1/4 Internal Diameter: 16.15 mm Measurements: 5.0 - 14.3 mm Wei...
18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Emerald and Enamel Double Panther Head Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Cartier double panther head ring set in 18k yellow gold.
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18 Karat Tri Color Gold Panthere De Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
From Cartier’s coveted Panthere De Cartier Collection, the Double Panther Ring is crafted in 18 Karat yellow gold with white gold and rose gold detailing. This bypass ring features t...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Panthere De Cartier Ring, c.1980s
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
From the designer Cartier comes this stunning double panther ring. This is a discontinued design from the Panthere De Cartier collection. The piece is composed of two panther motifs ...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Panthère De Cartier Chain Bracelet with Tsavorite Garnets
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Cartier 'Panthère De Cartier' panther bracelet set in 18k yellow gold.
Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Panthere de Cartier Double Head Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous authentic Cartier ring from the iconic Panthere de Cartier collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features an intertwined double panther head design accented with...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Enamel Double Panthere De Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful 18k yellow gold and enamel ring by Cartier from the Panthere De Cartier collection. The ring is composed of two panthere head motifs beside each other set with bold ename...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Double Panther Panthere Emerald Black Onyx Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Double Panther Emerald & Black Onyx Ring. With 4 Emerald Eyes, and 2 Onyx Noses. Details: Ring Size: European 53 US 6 1/4 Weight: 15.3 grams Width: 13mm Stamped...
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold
Cartier Double Head Panthere Gold Ring 18 Karat
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This fiercely fashionable design from the Panthère de Cartier collection is crafted of 18 karat yellow gold and features two panthers facing opposite directions that are both accente...
Diamond, Gold
Cartier White, Yellow and Pink 18 Karat Gold Double Panthere Diamond Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Cartier's iconic Panthere collection, a double panther head ring Coils of white yellow and pink 18 karat gold hold to polished panther heads and a diamond collar. size 55 US 7¼
Diamond, 18k Gold
CARTIER Panthère de Onyx Tsavorite Garnet Yellow Gold Ring 53
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous authentic Cartier ring from the iconic Panthere de Cartier collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a double panther head design accented with a black onyx...
Onyx, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold
Panthère de Cartier Emerald and Onyx 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A double panther emerald and onyx 18k yellow gold ring by Cartier from the Panthere de Cartier collection.
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold
Cartier Paris Rare Double Pantheres Ring 18Kt Yellow Gold with Green Tsavorites
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Double pantheres ring designed by Cartier. Beautiful iconic piece, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier. This rare double pantheres ring has been crafted in solid...
Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthere Tsavorite Garnet Lacquer 18 Karat Gold Double Chain Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Panther Bracelet by Cartier crafted in 18k Yellow Gold Featuring Solid Gold Panther Centerpiece.The panther head is enhanced with black lacquer detailing and set with gorgeous tsavor...
Garnet, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 12 Charm Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos charm bracelet crafted in 18K yellow gold, composed of a substantial Santos link chain and adorned with twelve charms.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Panthère De Cartier Chain Bracelet with Tsavorite Garnets
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Cartier 'Panthère De Cartier' panther bracelet set in 18k yellow gold.
Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Combined listing: Cartier Diamond Necklace, Cartier Brooche, Diamond Skull Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, England
Currently still being sold in Cartier. 2) Vintage Panthère De Cartier Emerald Eyed Panther Brooch Set in 18k Yellow Gold A beautiful vintage 1980’s Panthère de Cartier panther broo...
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Love Yellow Gold Band Ring 55
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This authentic unisex Cartier ring from the iconic Love collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and accented with trademark screw-shaped circles. Made in France circa 2010s. Measure...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Juste Un Clou Small Model Band Ring in 18 Karat Rose Gold with Box
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This iconic Cartier Juste un Clou ring is crafted in 18 karat rose gold and designed to resemble a nail bent into a circle to form a ring band. The smooth, rounded rose gold shank wr...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Cartier
Located in Darnestown, MD
Awesome best describes this sapphire and diamond cocktail ring by Cartier. It has 104 diamonds that are G color; VS quality. Their weight is 1 75 carats. Thirteen natural sapphires w...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Mauboussin Iolite and Diamond Gold Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in Darnestown, MD
This elegant Mauboussin ring is centered with a richly colored iolite surrounded by a cluster of diamonds on either side. The iolite stone is about 5 carats. Total diamond weight is ...
Diamond, Iolite, 18k Gold
Cartier Limited Edition Large Dome 18K Yellow Gold Plain Fashion Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous limited edition Cartier fashion ring featuring a large dome with a square shaped inner shank. Finely made with 18K yellow gold and features a smooth surface. Size 6.25 US....
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Juste Un Clou Nail Ring Small Model Yellow Gold 52 Size
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
A nail becomes jewelry. Designed in 1970s New York, the first Juste un Clou bracelet reflected a wild, freewheeling era. Bold, modern, and innovative, Juste un Clou is a creative twi...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthere 18K Yellow Gold 1.15ct Diamond Ring CA05-060326
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
The luxury brands iconic panther makes a statement on this exquisite Cartier Panthere ring. An alluring symbol of strength, this pieces 18K Yellow Gold setting beautifully showcases ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold and approx 2.5 Carat Tanzanite Cocktail Ring, Dated 1993
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This dramatic Cartier ring's design centres around an approximately 2.5 carat oval cut tanzanite. The deep blue of the tanzanite is accentuated by the rich yellow gold. Marked with i...
Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Juste Un Clou Nail Ring Small Model Size 50 Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
With Juste un Clou, Cartier enhances the design of a basic shape by transforming a simple nail into a piece of jewelry. Designed for Cartier New York in the 1970s, this Cartier desig...
Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.97ct Blue Sapphire and 0.48ct Diamond 18k Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.97 carat sapphire and 0.48 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow and white gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. T...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Double Panther Lakarda Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Double Panther Diamond Ring by Cartier. Rare piece, part of Cartier's "Panthere" collection. This ring is unavailable to purchase at any US Cartier store. This incr...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold
Cartier Just Ankle Nail Ring SYZ313 18k Yellow Gold AU750 AUTHENTIC Certificate
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER 18K Yellow Gold Juste Un Clou Ring 46 comes with original box and Guarantee Certificate 18 Karat Yellow Gold Weight 3.2GM Yellow Gold Serial # SYZ313 Ring Size 46, US 4.5 U...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Size 7.5 Panthere Vintage Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier vintage Panthère ring crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, designed as a sculptural panther poised gracefully across the finger. The feline form is rendered with smooth, flowing...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Panther Panthere Diamond Lacquer Tsavorite Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Panther Diamond Lacquer Tsavorite Ring by Cartier. From Cartier's "Panthere" collection. The Cartier Panther Panthère 18k Gold Diamond Lacquer Tsavorite Ring showca...
Diamond, Tsavorite, Yellow Gold
$4,194Sale Price|20% Off
Sapphire and Baguette Cut Diamonds 18Kt Gold Ring
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Contemporary 18-karat yellow gold ring bezel set in with an oval cut intense blue sapphire in its center and ten baguette-cut diamonds on the sides. It is a well-made timeless ring w...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Himalia 18k Gold Diamond Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage Cartier ring from the Himalia collection, crafted in 18k yellow gold with a structured, interlocking design. The band features alternating gold and diamond-set links. This ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Paris Art Deco Enameled Cocktail Ring 18Kt Gold With Diamonds & Gemstone
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco ring designed by Cartier. This is a magnificent art deco ring, created in Paris France and designed by the jewelry house of Cartier. This colorful cocktail ring is very ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Panthère de Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Skip to the end of the images gallery Skip to the beginning of the images gallery Panthère de Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet 124241101 Cartier Panthère Bracelet in 18K Yellow...
Yellow Gold
NEW Missoni Crochet Knit Botanical Print Maxi Dress Gown with Beaded Details 40
By Missoni
Located in Switzerland, CH
Missoni's multicolored knitted dress is a sensational investment piece, note the bold botanical print and a dramatic beaded neckline. This effortlessly luxurious style requires littl...
Bvlgari 18K Gold Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings, Late 20th Century
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
In the signature design of Bvlgari, these emerald and diamond earrings celebrate bold color and architectural rhythm. Lush oval emeralds cascade in sculptural strands, framed by cris...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian, 23.17 Carat Old Cushion Shape Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Victorian drop earrings! 36 gradual old European diamonds set in gold & silver in a circular shape & filigree workmanship, with estimated total weight of 8 carats C...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Gold Link Cartier Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Yellow 18K gold chain by Cartier. Formed with oblique rectangular links which graduate gently towards the centre, signed Cartier. Condition: very good Date: contemporary Weight: 42...
Gold, 18k Gold
GUCCI Limited Edition Exotic Lizard Satin Flora Print Horsebit Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
RARE GUCCI FLORAL FLORA PRINT SIGNATURE HORSEBIT BAG DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years Timeless classic - a true beauty! Loved by many celebritie...
Cartier Panthère Pendant Necklace, 148g 18K Gold, Heavy Chain, Box & Papers 1980
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Panthère Pendant Necklace Cartier, Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond · Signed and Numbered · Cartier Service Papers and Original Presentation Box · 148 Grams Total A...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co., 5.06 Carats Diamond Engagement Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This beautiful engagement ring crafted by Tiffany & Co. boasts one emerald cut diamond weighing 5.06 carats with F color, VS2 clarity, surrounded by 28 calibre cut baguettes weighing...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Etoile Diamond 18k Gold Platinum Band Ring Size 7.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Collection: Etoile Style: Diamond Band Ring Material: 18k Gold and Platinum (Pt950) Gemstones: Natural diamond accents Band Width: Approximately 4 mm Ring Size: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$3,324Sale Price / item|20% Off
6.53 Carat Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This statement ring features 6.53 Carat of vivid emerald cut emerald at the center, secured in a four prong 14k yellow gold setting. The emerald is framed by a halo of 0.31 carat rou...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire And Diamond Earring & Necklace Suite
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire And Diamond Nature Inspired Earring And Necklace Suite In 18k Yellow Gold. Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire And Diamond Floral Ear-clip Earrings In 18k...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 1995 Atlas 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Huggie Clip on Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 0.75 inches Width: 10.10 mm Weight: 10.38 grams TIFFANY & CO. One pair of ladies designer m...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond 'Huggie' Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Discover the exquisite charm of Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond 'Huggie' Earrings—a perfect blend of luxury and elegance. With approximately 16 carats of round diamonds boasting D...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$26,650
W 0.75 in L 7 in
Van Cleef & Arpels 1970's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Textured Link Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as oval and bar shaped links alternating in pattern Featuring deeply grooved organic texture throughout Completed by concealed clasp closure Tested as 18 karat gold Numbered...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef Chrysoprase, Coral, And Diamond Necklace And Earrings Suite.
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef Chrysoprase, Coral, And Diamond Necklace And Earrings Suite.The necklace features omega-link chain, centering polished angel skin coral and chrysoprase panels, flanked by t...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
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.
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.