$22,800Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier 18K Large Wide Vintage Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Aspen, CO
18K yellow gold bangle bracelet by Cartier, signed on the clasp and with indistinct numbers on the inside rim. This is a large wide statement, with an interior dimension of approxima...
18k Gold
Cartier Black Onyx Diamond Gold Panthere Panther Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Panthere Diamond And Black Onyx Earrings by Cartier. With Round brilliant cut diamonds total weight approx .98ct. Diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color and black onyx These ...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold
Vintage 1990s Cartier 12.50 Carat Diamond Chandelier Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 12.50 carats. Signed by Cartier Circa 1990s 2 1/2 x 1 3/8 inch
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Santos Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Cartier Length: 31mm Width: 24mm Band width at case: 12mm Case thickness: 6.39 Band: 2 tone Santos band Crystal: sapphire Dial: parchment with black roman numerals Outside case: 187...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier French Maillon Panthère 18K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier French Maillon Panthère Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet This exquisite original, authentic Cartier Maillon Panthère Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet is a superb exampl...
Yellow Gold
An 18k Gold Cartier Heart Pendant with Diamond
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18-karat yellow gold heart pendant with eight brilliant-cut diamonds set in a diamond-shaped grid, both the pendant and the chain are signed and numbered: Cartier. weight: 5.78 ...
Diamond
Cartier Yellow Gold Double C 3D Apple Pendant Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
A rare and whimsical creation from Cartier, this Double C 3D Apple Pendant Necklace is exquisitely crafted in 18K yellow gold and showcases the Maison’s playful interpretation of tim...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Mimi Diamond 18k Gold Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Elevate your elegance with the Cartier Mimi Diamond 18k Gold Hoop Earrings—a dazzling embodiment of sophistication and luxury. Crafted by the esteemed house of Cartier, these earring...
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1990s Cartier 3 Row Diamond Wave Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with 3 rows of Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 2.90 carats. Signed by Cartier Circa 1990s Comes with its original box...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Panthere Large W25014B9 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Large Watch. 29mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold smooth bezel, and solid gold case back. Off-White dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour...
18k Gold
Cartier French Maillon Panthere 18k yellow gold three row necklace
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier's Maillon Panthère link has anchored the house's gold jewelry since the 1970s, and this French-made example, circa 1990, shows the design at its most polished.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,800
Cartier Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1998, 18k, Cartier, France. Set with a superb .28 carat G color, VS clarity diamond, this beautiful diamond ring from Cartier Paris has a visually pristine presentation. The e...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Two-Tones Santos Galbee with Quartz Ref. 187901
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier Model: Santos Galbée 187901 Year: 1990-2000’s Serial Number: 30XXX Reference: C0_ Case: Large 29 x 41mm Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Case; Show sign of wear with...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier, Louis Cartier, Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 24 X 18 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, quartz movement, white dial with Black Roman numerals, Sapphire crown. 1/2 in...
18k Gold
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Panthère Bracelet, 1990s French Design, 7.75"
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exceptional vintage Cartier Panthère bracelet is a sophisticated 1990’s French design, crafted in rich 18k yellow gold.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier French diamond 18k yellow gold Entrelacés C band
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Brand: Cartier Center stone: 162 round brilliant cut diamonds Weight: Approximately 1.20 cara...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1997 Trinity Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
Discover the timeless elegance of this authentic Cartier Tri Color Trinity Rolling Bracelet, a sophisticated piece that seamlessly blends three precious metals. Crafted in 18kt yello...
18k Gold
Cartier Must de Cartier Ronde 1810 – Quartz – 33mm – Serviced July 2026 C1990
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier Must de Cartier Ronde 1810 – Quartz – 33mm – Serviced July 2026 C1990 A beautifully elegant and increasingly collectible Cartier Must de Cartier Ronde reference 1810, featuri...
Vermeil
Cartier Watch - Haute Joaillerie
By Cartier
Located in Vallejo, CA
Cartier wrist watch - A Lady's fine white gold, Ruby, and diamonds-set bracelet watch Circa 1995.
Diamond, Ruby
CARTIER 18K Tri-Gold Trinity Rolling Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A timeless icon of French jewelry design, this Cartier Trinity ring is crafted in 18K tri-color gold and showcases the Maison’s celebrated interlocking motif. Created in 1924, the Tr...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$20,000Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Ruby Diamond Pearl Brooch 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant vintage Cartier brooch, finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and set with a beautiful combination of rubies, diamonds, and a central pearl. The design reflects the refin...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ellipse Ladies Yellow Gold and Diamond Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Cartier Ellipse Ladies Wrist Watch, 25 x 22 M.M. 2 piece 18k Yellow Gold case set with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds and a Sapphire set crown, Quartz movement, off White d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
39.0 ct. Ceylon No-Heat Sapphire & Diamond Ring Signed Cartier
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
& approx. 2.80 cts diamonds total Color/Clarity: Ceylon No Heat; E–F color, VVS–VS clarity Certifications: AGL Size: 6 Creator: Cartier Metal: Platinum Weight: 15.20 grams Period...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Yellow Gold and Diamond 'Mahango Panthère' Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Gold and Diamond 'Mahango Panthère' Ring is an exquisite masterpiece of jewelry craftsmanship. This luxurious piece features a wide band made of 18 karat gold, adorned wi...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$38,400Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Nigeria 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Cartier Nigeria 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring This authentic Cartier Nigeria collection ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold and set with a stunning array of round brilliant ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthère Carrée Watch in 18K Rose Gold, Ref. W25022B9, Quartz
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Elegant Cartier Panthère Carrée wristwatch crafted in 18K rose gold. The watch features the iconic square case design of the Panthère line, combining refined geometry with Cartier’s ...
18k Gold
Cartier Entrelaces C de Cartier Diamond Ring Wide Band
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The Cartier Entrelaces C de Cartier Diamond Ring is an exquisite wide band ring featuring distinctive design elements and luxurious materials. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, Wide band ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthere Vendome 8157907 27mm Diamond 18K Gold Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Panthere Vendome reference 8157907 features a white Roman numeral dial in an 18K yellow gold case with an aftermarket double-row pave diamond bezel, on a matching 18K yellow ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Vendome Must De Cartier Vermeil 142248 Ladies Watch Box
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier Model: Vermeil Reference Number: 142248 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Gold Plated Sterling Silver Measurements : Case widt...
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1990s Cartier Gold Pasha Chronograph Watch with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds set on the bezel, crowns, and dial weighing approximately a total of 3.60 carats. The watch features a brown allig...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$23,120Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Huggie Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
These exquisite Cartier hoop earrings, crafted in radiant 18k yellow gold, epitomize the timeless elegance of late 20th-century luxury.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Must De Cartier 21 Ladies Steel Gold Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier, Must De Cartier 21, Reference 1340 Ladies Wrist watch, 28 MM Stainless Steel with Gold accents case and a Gold crown set with a sapphire. Quartz Movement, Silve...
Gold, Steel
Vintage 1990s Cartier Trinity 0.34ct Round Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Cartier Trinity diamond solitaire ring set in 18k yellow, white and rose gold, circa 1990s.
The ring is centrally set with a round brilliant-cut diamond. T...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Tubogas 18K Gold Tri-Color Link Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Tri-Color Tubogas Link Hoop Earrings from Cartier. Made in solid 18K Gold, with highly polished white, rose & yellow gold omega-shaped wide Links. Secured by an omega clip-on c...
18k Gold
Vintage 1990s Cartier Love Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold. Signed by Cartier Circa 1993 Size 17 Comes with its screw
18k Gold
Vintage 1990s Cartier Love Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold. Signed by Cartier Circa 1993 Size 17 Comes with its screw.
18k Gold
$140,800Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier 4 Carat Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
A rare and exceptionally romantic creation from Cartier, this magnificent engagement ring showcases a breathtaking 4 carat Heart Brilliant diamond of extraordinary quality. Accompan...
Platinum
Vintage Cartier Trinity Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Rare, large Cartier Trinity necklace, comprising of three interlinking circles, each set with a double row of brilliant cut Diamonds with a total Diamond weight of approximately 3ct....
Diamond, 18k Gold
CARTIER 18K White Gold Diamond Wide Mesh Bracelets
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A dazzling duet by Cartier, these wide mesh bracelets articulate a vision of structured brilliance and modern elegance. Composed of alternating marquise motifs and round brilliant-cu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Étincelle De Cartier Diamond Eternity Platinum Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Diamond Étincelle De Cartier Eternity Band Ring by Cartier. With 29 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately 0.94ct Details: Size: Euro...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Bracelet Vintage 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Fairfield, CT
Signage: Cartier, 750, Serial No. 661041, French Eagle Head Hallmark Length: 7.5" Weight: 41.1 g Year: 1990 Condition: Very good condition with light surface wear consistent with age...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Maillon Panthere Five-Row Wide 20" Long Yellow Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Five-Row Maillion Panthere Necklace by Cartier. This Cartier Maillon Panthère Necklace features five luxurious rows of 18k yellow gold links, each crafted for fluidit...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthere Lakarda Ring, Onyx, Tsavorite Garnet, and 18ct gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier Panthère Lakarda Ring A striking Cartier Panthère Lakarda ring crafted in 18 carat white gold, designed as a stylised panther coiled around the finger. The sculptural feline...
Onyx, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Champagne Dial Vendome Round Argent 590003 30mm.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Must de Cartier 30mm Vendome Unisex. Please refer to Photos on a Male and Women's Hand. Champagne Dial with Roman numbers Sapphire Cabochon Crown. ...
Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cartier Vintage Tubogas 18K Gold Tri Color Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The timeless elegance and beauty from Cartier, Is represented on this signature Tri-Color Tubogas Link Bracelet. Made in solid 18K Gold, with highly polished white, rose & yellow ...
18k Gold
Cartier Tank 1710 Américaine Diamond Bezel Quartz 18K Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Américaine watch with diamond bezel and bracelet in 18K yellow gold, featuring a rectangular 19 x 34.5mm case and quartz movement. Designed with timeless Roman numerals ...
18k Gold
Estate Vintage Cartier Enterlaces 18K White Gold Band Ring - VHK#669B
By Cartier
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Vintage Cartier Enterlaces 18K White Gold Band Ring - VHK#669B Item Details Year: 1990s Ring Size: 9.5 (Sizable) Metal Type: 18k White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Diamond Pavé Large Heart Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Heart Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity E color total weight approx. 2ct Details: Weight: 11 grams Pendant Size:...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Pair of Vintage Cartier Paris Two-Color Gold Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A great pair of Cartier hoop earrings with a textured finish on the yellow gold followed by 18k gold ribbons that curl around the satin body. The earrings measure 1.22" in diameter.
18k Gold
Cartier Trinity 18k Multi Color Gold Circular Link Choker Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
This Iconic Cartier Trinity 18k Multi Color Gold Circular Link choker Necklace In One of the most famous designs and it is made in yellow gold with a touch of white and pink gold Cir...
Gold
CARTIER 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Entrelacés C Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An iconic and sculptural band from Cartier, the Entrelacés C design celebrates the maison’s celebrated “C” motif in an elegant interplay of form, light, and negative space. Crafted i...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$39,092
An 18k Gold Cartier Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18k gold bracelet signed, numbered and dated, Cartier, C57104, 1993. weight bracelet: 122 g width bracelet: 2.8 1-8 cm fits a wrist of 16-18 cm
18k Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Bangle Bracelet, 88.4g, Circa 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Aspen, CO
Vintage Cartier 18K yellow gold bangle bracelet with a high polish, signed on the clasp and with indistinct numbers on the inside rim. This is a large wide statement, with an interi...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$22,800Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Large Wide Vintage Bangle Bracelet, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Aspen, CO
18K yellow gold bangle bracelet with a high polish by Cartier, signed on the clasp and with indistinct numbers on the inside rim. This is a large wide statement, with an interior dim...
18k Gold
Cartier Panthere Panther Black Lacquer Spot Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Panther Panthere Lacquer Spot Link Bracelet by Cartier. Details: Length: 7" Width: 16mm Weight: 42.5 grams Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750 579XXX(serial number has b...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthere 1650 Blue MOP 18K White Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere 1650 Ladies Watch. 27mm 18K white gold case. 18K white gold bezel with factory diamond sets. Blue Mother of Pearl dial with white gold hands and White gold Roman num...
White Gold
Cartier Santos Dumont Diamond-Set 2650 18K yellow Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Full Set All original factory set diamond Cartier Santos Dumont yellow Gold and Diamond-Set Watch This Cartier 'Santos Dumont' watch from the 2010s is meticulously crafted from pi...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier "Corinthe" Emerald Diamond Ring 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Monaco, MC
A luminous expression of Cartier's design mastery, this "Corinthe" cocktail ring showcases the maison's exceptional ability to balance color, form, and light. Crafted in warm 18k yel...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Cartier diamond pave heart stud earrings full set, box and Cartier certificate
By Cartier
Located in Addlestone, GB
Beautiful Cartier Diamond-set heart shape earrings Absolutely classic and stunning heart shape Cartier earrings, these Pave set Brilliant-cut earrings are perfect for any occasion. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Gentiane Rice Link 5 Row Necklace #22297
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Gentiane Rice Link 5 Row Necklace circa 1990's This beautiful choker necklace is set in 18K yellow gold and uses a pattern of rice links to create and elega...
18k Gold, Yellow 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.
Cartier understands the value of preserving the signature codes of great design, and how to tweak it for modern aficionados.
Throughout the season, timepieces are clues to the characters' character.
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
Style, craft and heritage combine to make these designs undeniable classics.
The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Made with Sardinian coral, this gem packs so much presence — and is perfect for poolside soirees.
Through both his collection and his innovative designs, Louis Cartier’s passion for Islamic continues to resonate.
Watchmakers have tucked their movements into all manner of precious baubles, from lapel pins to cocktail rings. The result is dazzling, wearable art that will get you to the party on time.