Cartier Engagement Rings
It should come as no surprise that Cartier engagement rings are among the most desirable on the jewelry market for those hoping to be betrothed. The French jewelry house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904), pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds. While platinum had been a part of jewelry making before, it hadn’t been used in the way that Cartier intended.
Cartier sought to render the diamonds in their engagement rings and other rings as brilliantly as possible, initially sourcing platinum specifically from Russian mines and matching the durable metal with an equally robust precious stone. These shimmering rings, such as the timeless Solitaire 1895 engagement ring, gave the impression of delicate lace. Platinum was the metal of choice in Cartier engagement rings because it was strong enough to handle complex mountings and its hue made the diamonds look exceptionally white, which made the onyx, enamel and colored-gem elements pop.
The house’s offerings were wholly distinct, standing out from the era’s old-fashioned gold or silver pieces and emblematic of what would come to be called the “Cartier style.”
While founder Louis-François’s work was very well respected from the start, it was Cartier’s grandsons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, who catapulted the family name into international stardom when they took over the business at the turn of the 20th century. The work of the three brothers and their eventual successors would captivate an elite clientele. In fact, we are still discussing the stunning platinum Cartier engagement ring given to actress Grace Kelly by Prince Rainier III of Monaco in 1955 — a 10.48-carat emerald-cut diamond flanked by two baguettes. It was featured in the final film Kelly made in 1956.
The Cartier grandsons found early success with wristwatches and created some of the most iconic jewelry of the Art Deco era. Eventually the brand’s name became inseparable from the decadent symbols of romance and coveted wearable art its notoriously anonymous designers produced with regularity, such as the Love bracelet.
Today, while tastes for this particular accessory span all corners of the jewelry world — see our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement rings, Art Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings — part of Cartier’s lasting legacy owes to its alluring engagement rings, a variety of which can be found on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Cartier
Cartier Panthere 18k Gold Emerald Onyx Bypass Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold bypass ring by Cartier, from Panthere collection. Panther heads decorated with onyx noses and emerald eyes.
Ring is a size 6.5 (Eu 54) , width of the top 14mm.
Marke...
Category
20th Century Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold
Cartier 1895 4 Ct. Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Pave Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
4.03 ct Cartier 1895 Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Pave Engagement Ring Rtl $150K
The ring weighs 6.2 grams, size 4.75 (French 49), the center stone is a 3.51 ct Natural Cushion Bri...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
CARTIER Paris Gia Certified Rings Set In 18Kt Gold With 1.10 Cts H VS Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Solitaire & eternity rings set designed by Cartier.
This is a modern set of rings created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier. This suite is composed by a solitaire ring...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modernist Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Cartier 1895 Brilliant Diamond Solitaire Platinum Engagement Ring GIA Certified
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic Cartier 1895 Solitaire engagement ring, featuring a stunning 1.84 carat Round Brilliant Cut diamond, set in platinum. ...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Destinee Cushion 1.15 cts H VS1 Halo Engagement Ring in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier Destinee Cushion Diamond Engagement Ring
Style: Halo with Diamond Halfway on Shank
Ref. number: N4746100
Certification: GIA 2215029799
Metal: Pt 950 Platinum
Size: 6.25 ...
Category
2010s Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Certified Cartier "Or/ Amour/ Trinity" White Gold 18 Carats Ring
By Cartier
Located in Vannes, FR
Certified Cartier "Or/ Amour/ Trinity" White Gold 18
Carats Ring The Trinity Ring from Cartier dates back to 1998, and takes the form of three intertwined rings, adorned with the e...
Category
20th Century French Modern Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Cartier Diamond Engagement Ring Solitaire .38ct D VS2 GIA Round Platinum size 5
By Cartier
Located in Northbrook, IL
Here we have a Cartier .38ct D VS2 round diamond solitaire platinum engagement ring size 5.
GIA report number 2101337412 on the girdle of the diamond, but I do NOT have the actual...
Category
Late 20th Century Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier French GIA 2.17 carat diamond 18k gold trinity engagement ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning Cartier tri-color gold ring featuring a 2.17 carat GIA-certified emerald cut diamond, D color, internally flawless, set in 18k yellow, white, and rose gold.
Brand: Cartie...
Category
1990s Modern Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1980's 18 Karat Tri-Gold Vintage Trinity Rolling Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ring is comprised of three interlocking bands of yellow, rose, and white gold
Slightly curved - rose gold is inscribed 'Cartier'
With high polished finish throughout
Stamped for 18 k...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1895 Round Diamond 0.88 tcw Engagement Ring in Platinum GIA COA Box
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier 1895 Diamond Engagement Ring
Style: Solitaire with Diamond Accents
Ref. number: QF****
Metal: Platinum PT950
GIA: 2106981161
Size: 6.25
TCW: 0.88 tcw
Main Diamond: Rou...
Category
2010s Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Diamond Trinity Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k rose, yellow, and white gold with pave-set Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 3.00 carats.
Signed by Cartier, from their Trinity col...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
Cartier Ballerine Round Brilliant Diamond 0.36 tcw FVVS1 Engagement Ring COA GIA
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier Ballerine Solitaire Engagement Ring
Style: Solitaire with Side Stones
Ref. number: N4197600
Metal: Platinum Pt950
Size: 3.5
TC...
Category
2010s Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 3.10 Carat Old European and Triangular Diamond 18K WG Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer:
CARTIER
Title:
Cartier 3.10 Carat Old European Cut I VVS2 and Triangular Shape G VS1 Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Style:
Engagement
Metal:
18 Karat White Gol...
Category
20th Century Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Diamond Trinity Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k rose, yellow, and white gold with pave-set Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 3.20 carats.
Signed by Cartier, from their Trinity col...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Retro Cartier 18K Gold Burma Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Cartier 18K Gold Burma Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring - GIA. This incredible Cartier Burmese sapphire and diamond engagement ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum. This ring features a gorgeous bright royal blue natural Burmese sapphire with no treatments done and it comes with a GIA report. The sapphire is surrounded by white round brilliant diamonds and is set in a beautiful low profile Cartier mounting...
Category
20th Century Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco 3.41 Carat GIA No Heat Burma Ruby Ring Mounted by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A ravishing natural ruby and diamond Cartier Art Deco engagement ring. An impressive 3.41 carat gem of a deeply saturated red bursting with luster along with a GIA pedigree stating n...
Category
1950s Art Deco Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Cartier Love 18K White Gold 5.5mm Size 54 (US6.75) Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier ring from the LOVE collection finely crafted in 18 white gold with screw motifs. Measures 5.5 mm wide. Includes Certificate of Authenticity. Ring is fully hallmarked with log...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1997 Cartier 18K Tricolor Gold Trinity Ring Size 4.5 with Box #18143
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier 18K Tricolor Gold Trinity Ring Size 4.5
This elegant triple band ring by Cartier is crafted in beautifully detailed 18K yellow, white and rose gold. Each band measures 3.9 m...
Category
1990s Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier ‘Destinée’ 1.44ct Diamond Halo Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This sublime Cartier Destinée diamond halo ring is the perfect choice to showcase the superb 1.44 carat round brilliant cut diamond set in its centre. The diamond is certified by GIA, and has been graded as F in colour and IF in clarity. There are 22 diamonds claw set in the halo and a further 9 diamonds set down each shoulder totalling to 0.58 carat. This Cartier halo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Trinity Ring 18K Yellow, White & Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Elegant Cartier Trinity Ring. This exquisite ring is crafted in three interlocking bands of gold, each in a distinct hue: yellow, white, and rose. The seamless design allows the band...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Gold
Cartier 0.85ct Diamond ‘1895’ Solitaire Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
From Cartier’s iconic 1895 collection, comes this stunning solitaire. The timeless design features a stunning a single 0.85 carat round brilliant diamond of exceptional quality. The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Platinum 1895 Solitaire 0.19ct VVS2/D Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 1895 solitaire ring in 950 thousandths platinum, set with a round brilliant-cut diamond.
Includes GIA diamond certificate appraisal...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Mid-Century 5.40 CTW Emerald Diamond Platinum Vintage Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Engagement ring centers a prong set emerald cut diamond weighing 5.00 carats - D color with VS1 clarity
Flanked by two bar set and well matched tapered baguette cut diamonds
Weighin...
Category
1950s Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1960's Diamond Opal Platinum 18 Karat Gold Vintage Halo Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval cut opal cabochon measuring 8.75 x 13.5 mm
Black in body color with strong blue/green play-of-color
Set with yellow gold talon prongs with halo surround
Comprised o...
Category
1960s Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cartier 1.38 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18 Karat Tri Color Gold Trinity Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer:
CARTIER
Title:
Cartier 1.38 Carat Round Brilliant G VS1 Diamond 18 Karat Tri Color Gold Trinity Ring
Style:
Trinity
Metal:
18 Karat Tri Color Gold
Gemstone 1:
1.38 Carat Di...
Category
20th Century Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 1.10ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum 1895 Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 1.10ct Brilliant Cut Diamond Platinum 1895 Ring
Product Details
Xupes Ref: COMJ839
Brand: Cartier
Model: 1.10ct Diamond 1895 Ring
Type: Ring
Serial Number: C*****
Age: 2016
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Platinum Destinée Solitaire GIA Certified Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Destinée solitaire engagement diamond ring crafted in platinum center stone is GIA certified in H color / VVS1 clarity
GIA certificate # 7212499393
The Destinée setting is c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1895 Wedding Band Ring Platinum
By Cartier
Located in Honolulu, HI
Authentic Cartier 1895 wedding band. This band is beautifully crafted in platinum 950 with a high polish finish. The band is 2.5 mm wide and 1.32 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Platinum
Cartier 18K Gold Diamond Heart Band Ring 51
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This exquisite Cartier ring is crafted from 18k yellow gold and showcases a stunning diamond setting. It features nine heart-shaped motifs, each embellished with five round brilliant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Diamond Nigeria Wedding Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This stunning half-inch barrel-shaped all-around wedding band comes from the renowned Parisian jeweler Cartier. The center convex band features three rows of round brilliant-cut diam...
Category
1990s Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1.51 Carat Round Brilliant D VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer:
CARTIER
Title:
Cartier 1.51 Carat Round Brilliant D VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Style:
Engagement
Metal:
Platinum
Gemstone 1...
Category
20th Century Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Double C 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER DOUBLE C 18K GOLD DIAMOND RING
-Metal: 18k Yellow Gold
-Size: 6.25
-Thickness: 6.5mm
-Stones: Diamonds
-Weight: 7.4 Grams
Est. Retail: ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity 18K Gold VVS1/D Round Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER TRINITY 18K GOLD DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING
-Material: 18K Yellow/Rose/White Gold
-Diamond: 4mm VVS1/D, 0.20ct
-Size: 5.5
-Thickness: 3.7mm
-We...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier diamond bombe ring, French, circa 1998
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier diamond bombe ring. Centered with a drop shape brilliant cut diamond in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 0.50...
Category
1990s French Retro Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 1.09 Carat Diamond Ballerine Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exquisite diamond engagement ring from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This platinum piece features an impressive 1.09ct round brilliant cut dia...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 2.47 Carat Round Brilliant G VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer:
CARTIER
Title:
Cartier 2.47 Carat Round Brilliant G VVS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Style:
Engagement
Metal:
Platinum
Gemstone 1:
2.12 Carat Diamond
Number ...
Category
20th Century Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
CARTIER Estate 18k Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous Estate ring from the iconic Cartier LOVE collection! Made of vibrant 18kt yellow gold, the ring is referred to as the LOVE wedding band and features a smooth gold band whi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ballerine Solitaire Engagement Ring and Wedding Band Set
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Cartier Ballerine Solitaire Engagement Ring and Wedding Band Set, a perfect symbol of love and elegance. This stunning set features a brill...
Category
2010s French Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Platinum
Cartier Double C Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful ring from the luxury jewellery designer Cartier. The ring forms part of the 'Double C' collection and is an iconic and highly recognisable design. The 18ct white ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Gold, White Gold
Cartier 0.90 Carat Round Brilliant Shape D-VVS2 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer:
CARTIER
Title:
Cartier 0.90 Carat Round Brilliant Shape D-VVS2 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Style:
Engagement
Metal:
Platinum
Gemstone 1:
0.9 Carat Diamond
Number of St...
Category
20th Century Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1.63 Carat Radiant Shape F-VS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer:
CARTIER
Title:
Cartier 1.63 Carat Radiant Shape F-VS1 Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Style:
Engagement
Metal:
Platinum
Gemstone 1:
1.63 Carat Diamond
Number of Stones:
1
...
Category
20th Century Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Yellow Square Emerald Cut Diamond 3 Stone Ring in PLAT/18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Golden Glow: Embrace the brilliance of this Cartier 3 stone diamond ring featuring a Fancy Intense Yellow square emerald cut diamond at its heart.
Made in platinum and 18k yellow go...
Category
2010s Unknown Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1920's Art Deco 5.15 Carat Round Diamond Engagement Ring EGL Certificat
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Circa/Year:1920
Material: Platinum
Metal Purity: 950
Stone: Diamonds
Carat Weight: 5.15 ct
Diamond Color: K-L
Diamond Clarity:VS2
Side Stone Carat: 0.20 ct
Includes: C...
Category
1950s Art Deco Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier d'Amour Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Cartier, this engagement ring is from the d'Amour collection. The center diamond is a beautiful .70ct F-VS1 3x
• Designer: Cartier
• Metal: Platinum
• Circa: 2014
• Size: 49, ...
Category
2010s Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier, 3.00 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
This absolutely stunning three stone diamond ring by Cartier features a 3.00 carat emerald cut diamond with F color and VS1 clarity, flanked by two trillion cut diamonds weighing app...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
CARTIER 5.45 Carat Pear-Shaped Diamond Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
This Breathtaking Classic Cartier diamond ring is centered With a stunning pear-shaped natural diamond weighing 4.07cts, E color, VS1, set in a beautiful platinum setting.
This is a...
Category
20th Century Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Galanterie collection Diamond White Gold 18K Ring
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier Galanterie collection.
Diamond White Gold 18K Ring.
Central diamond round cut, 0.57 carat, H color, Vs1 clarity, Ex, Ex, Ex, Faint fluorescence.
Signed Cartier, numbered.
C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Diamond and Sapphire Dove Les Oiseaux Liberes Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Depicting a Pair Of Birds in Flight, This Fanciful Ring is Set with Pave Diamonds and Accented with Buff-Top Calibre-Cut Sapphires and Round Emerald Eyes.
French Assay Marks
Signed ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 'C de Cartier' 18 Carat Yellow Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Stunning in its simplicity, this Cartier engagement ring from the 'C de Cartier' Collection is expertly crafted from 18 carat yellow gold. A beautiful round brilliant cut solitaire d...
Category
1990s French Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Platinum Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Cartier
Material: platinum
Diamond: 1 cushion cut = 3.02ct
Color: Fancy Intense Yellow
Clarity: VS1
GIA: 2175140072
Diamond: 52 round brilliant cut = 0.97cttw
Color: F
Clar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Diamond Crossover Ring, French, circa 1970
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier diamond crossover ring. Set with two drop shape brilliant cut diamonds, one D colour, VVS2 clarity, with a weight of 1.17 carats...
Category
1970s French Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier GIA Oval Cut Diamond Engagement Ring 18K Yellow Gold 1.80Ctw SZ 53
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This enchanting Cartier engagement ring is adorned with a sparkling GIA certified oval brilliant cut diamond in the center, secured firmly in a beautiful four prong setting and a cla...
Category
2010s Modern Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1.57 carat GIA FVS1 Round Diamond Engagement Ring with Baguettes
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite piece by Cartier, this engagement ring features a 1.57 carat round diamond certified by GIA as F color and VS1 clarity. The setting is crafted in platinum with Cartier's...
Category
2010s American Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 0.24ct Brilliant Cut Solitaire Diamond 18ct Rose Gold 1895 Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 0.24ct Brilliant Cut Solitaire Diamond 18ct Rose Gold 1895 Ring
Brand- Cartier
Model- 0.24ct Diamond 1895 Ring
Product Type- Ring
Serial Number- DG****
Age- Circa 2018
Accom...
Category
2010s Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier 3.00 Carat Unheated Madagascar Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cartier Madagascar sapphire and diamond ring in platinum, accompanied by AGL certificate and Cartier box.
The centerpiece of this Cartier...
Category
2010s French Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Round Diamond Halo Platinum Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Destinée, a gorgeous Diamond Engagement Ring designed by Cartier holding a 1.03 carat round Diamond that is enhanced by a halo of diamonds which bestow an exceptional radiance.
This...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
CARTIER Pasha Ring, Multi Stone
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous 18K Yellow Gold Pasha Collection Ring with 9 Multi Colored Semi Precious Stones. Square and Triangle Shaped Gemstones Including Pink and Yellow Tourmalines, Amethysts, Red G...
Category
20th Century Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love Ring SET of Three 18k White Gold and Black Ceramic, Size 50 (X-153)
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Cartier
Collection: Love
Style: Ring
Metal: White Gold, Black Ceramic
Metal Purity: 18k
Band Width: 3.5 mm
Total Item Weight (Grams): approx. 35.7 g
Size: 50 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Shop Antique, New and Vintage Engagement Rings on 1stDibs
Shopping for the right antique, new or vintage engagement ring can prove daunting. Whether you’re looking for that perfect Art Deco engagement ring, an antique Edwardian period engagement ring or a fashionable contemporary alternative, it’s important to choose a style that speaks to you.
Rings have long been signifiers of marriage and committed relationships. The modern diamond engagement ring can be traced back to 1477, when Archduke Maximilian of Austria commissioned an expensive diamond ring for his betrothed. Diamond rings subsequently became extremely popular among the European aristocracy. Later, during the Victorian era, the popularity of diamond engagement rings had filtered down to the middle class, owing to the increasing accessibility — and affordability — of gold and diamonds.
Authentic antique Victorian-era engagement rings were frequently set in rose or yellow gold and they are highly collectible. Designs for Victorian engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal. Diamonds were likely to be small rose- or old-mine-cut (the ancestor of today’s cushion-cut) stones. The former are often associated with antique styles like Victorian or Georgian, as rose-cut diamonds are uncommon in modern jewelry. The diamonds were typically set in a group of five in a band or as a solitaire.
Victorian-era engagement rings also saw other gemstones accompanying diamonds. Small seed pearls and moonstones were popular. Other sentimental and romantic motifs such as hearts and stars took hold as well. When Prince Albert became engaged to Queen Victoria, he gave her a serpent ring with emerald eyes, her birthstone. This initiated a widespread craze for snake jewelry.
In 1886, esteemed American luxury firm Tiffany & Co. introduced its solitaire diamond design, which is still among the most popular styles of engagement rings. The Tiffany Setting raises the stone above the band on six prongs, allowing its facets to catch the light and reflect through the stone.
French jewelry house Cartier, which pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry and helped define Art Deco, sought to render the diamonds in their engagement rings and other rings as brilliantly as possible. The brand’s timeless Solitaire 1895 engagement ring gave the impression of delicate lace.
Edwardian and, afterward, Art Deco engagement rings that followed in the wake of Queen Victoria’s death in 1901 would be characterized by complex geometric designs and platinum settings. Owing to the Art Nouveau movement, nature was a major theme for Edwardian jewelry, while the diamond ring designs of the Art Deco period were inspired by Cubism as well as ancient Egypt. Art Deco engagement rings are bold and colorful and feature gems cut in nontraditional ways.
Engagement rings designed during World War II were made from two-toned metals and smaller stones. Large stones were scarce, and platinum was reserved for the military. Postwar engagement rings were intended to be simpler and focused on the beauty of the diamond. In 1947, De Beers Consolidated Mines, with the support of Philadelphia ad agency N.W. Ayer & Son, introduced the slogan “A diamond is forever” in a marketing campaign that emphasized a connection between diamonds and romance. Diamond sales skyrocketed, and diamond engagement rings became intertwined with the post–World War II marriage boom, which coincided with the ascension of specific diamond cuts.
The round brilliant cut, which consists of an astounding 58 facets, continues to be the most popular cut to this day. Jewelers such as Harry Winston had already gained a reputation for his talents by the time the De Beers campaign debuted, and he is said to have favored emerald-cut diamonds.
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Questions About Cartier Engagement Rings
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Cartier does indeed use real diamonds for its rings. Cartier chooses only gems with little or no fluorescence, and sources most of its diamonds from RJC-certified companies. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Cartier jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Cartier does custom engagement rings through their Set for You program. To take advantage of this service, visit a Cartier boutique. As of December 2021, the service is not available online. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Cartier rings.
- Is Cartier the same as Rolex?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024No, Cartier is not the same as Rolex. Louis-François Cartier founded Cartier in Paris in 1847. Some of its most iconic watches include the Tank, the Santos, the Ballon Bleu, the Calibre de Cartier and the Drive de Cartier. Hans Wilsdorf established Rolex in London in 1905. Today, the maker is well-known for its sophisticated watches, including the Submariner, the Daytona, the DateJust, the Oyster Perpetual and the GMT-Master II. Find a selection of Cartier and Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- Why is Cartier so popular?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024There are a few reasons why Cartier is so popular. For one thing, the French luxury house is known for its very long history of unparalleled prestige and quality craftsmanship. Cartier has been producing extraordinary jewelry, watches and accessories since 1847. While jewelry lovers have long been enthusiastic about Cartier’s elegant and streamlined designs for bracelets, rings, necklaces and other pieces, the brand is also known for innovation. It pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry, and its artisans were so mindful of trends in fashion that the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Later, Cartier’s Art Deco-era pieces would help define the movement with which they are associated. One of the brand’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch, one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. Today’s influencers continue to help popularize the brand, increasing the demand for certain pieces like Cartier buffalo horn sunglasses and the Cartier Love bracelet, an icon of modernist jewelry. Find a wide range of Cartier watches, jewelry and eyewear on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier Vermeil?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cartier Vermeil means a timepiece made by the French luxury jewelry house of Cartier out of a material called vermeil. It is a precious metal produced by combining genuine gold and silver. Shop a variety of Cartier Vermeil watches on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier Vendôme?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The meaning of Cartier Vendôme varies. Most often, the term describes a line of watches made by the French luxury jewelry house. However, the company has also produced sunglasses and wedding jewelry with the style name Cartier Vendôme. Shop a variety of Cartier Vendôme watches on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier famous for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cartier is famous for producing jewelry and watches out of rare and luxury-grade materials and creating innovative designs, often packed with symbolism. Some of the jeweler's most famous pieces include the modern Love and Trinity bracelets and its custom-made antique and vintage jewelry like the Crocodile and Patiala necklaces. Find a range of Cartier jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
- What is the Cartier logo?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The Cartier logo is a pair of interlocking Cs. However, many people associate the panther with the French luxury jewelry maker more than its actual logo. Louis Cartier incorporated the feline figure into its design lexicon. In 1914, Cartier hired illustrator George Barbier to design advertisements for the jewelry house. Barbier drafted a drawing that featured a glamorous woman with an elegant panther at her feet, and Cartier loved it. He had an additional connection to the panther in the form of his alleged romantic interest, fellow Cartier designer Jeanne Toussaint, who adored the animal so much that she decorated her apartment with furs and donned a coat of panther fur. Cartier gave her the long-lasting nickname Panthère. Since then, Cartier has offered watches, bracelets, necklaces, brooches and earrings inspired by the panther. Find a diverse assortment of Cartier jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is the Cartier symbol?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Today, the Cartier symbol, or logo, is the luxury house's name written in a clean serif font that mimics cursive handwriting. Typically, the logo is either black on white or white on a black background. Its refined and understated appearance references the high standards that have long been associated with this celebrated brand.
- Why Cartier is so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021One of the reasons Cartier is so expensive is because, since its inception in 1847, the brand has had a massive celebrity fan base that spans royals, movie stars, singers and socialites. The brand also uses the highest quality metals and gems in their pieces, rendering them expensive to produce. Lastly, most Cartier pieces are easy to identify, making brand recognition a key factor in the brand's exclusivity.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025Cartier is special for at least a few reasons. The French luxury brand is one of the most well-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world.
Cartier has helped create style trends over the course of its long history, including playing a prominent role in defining Art Deco jewelry. The brand designed one of the first modern wristwatches for men — the Santos de Cartier — and its Panthère motif and Love bracelet are universally renowned among lovers of fine jewelry.
Additionally, it should come as no surprise that Cartier engagement rings are among the most desirable on the jewelry market for those hoping to be betrothed. The house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds.
Find Cartier jewelry for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024Why it is called the Cartier Crash relates to the unique shape of the watch. The case and dial of the timepiece have a smashed, wavy appearance, similar to what a watch might look like if it were smashed or crushed in a crash or collision. There are various stories of how this imaginative design came into being. Some people claim that the designers Jean-Jacques Cartier and Rupert Emmerson got the idea for the timepiece after a customer brought in a damaged watch for repair. Another theory is that the prominent melting clock in Salvador Dalí's painting The Persistence of Memory served as the inspiration. Shop a variety of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- How much is a Cartier worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024How much a Cartier is worth varies. Many Cartier pieces do appreciate in value over time, but their potential selling prices depend on their age, style, type, availability and other factors. The condition also greatly impacts value, and there can be variability between very similar pieces. For example, one 1930 Tutti Frutti fetched $1.34 million at an auction in 2020, but a simpler one sold for $508,000 in 2023. Because it can be difficult to estimate the value of a piece on your own, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. Shop a wide variety of Cartier jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
- Is Cartier gold worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Many jewelry lovers believe that Cartier gold is worth it. 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 existing and aspirational clients. Its internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which features colorful carved gemstones inspired by founder Jacques Cartier’s trip to India; 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. Like all of its pieces, Cartier gold jewelry is finely crafted, and you can choose from 18-karat white gold, yellow gold or rose gold. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Cartier gold jewelry is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Cartier jewelry and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024There is no definitive answer to the question of which is cheaper, Rolex or Cartier. Some entry-level Cartier watches do tend to have lower starting price points than some Rolex watches. However, both makers offer a wide variety of watches, so it's not accurate to say that Cartier is always the cheaper option. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Cartier and Rolex watches.
- What is Pasha de Cartier?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Pasha de Cartier is a watch introduced by the French luxury jewelry house of Cartier in 1985. Today, the watch features an automatic movement and is available with various leather and bracelet bands. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Pasha de Cartier watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023The Cartier Tank is so popular for several reasons. Many people like its unique shape, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I. Others appreciate its long history since it was released in 1918. Over the years, some models have featured details that further appeal to collectors. For example, the Tank Divan is notable for its striking rectangular case that is situated horizontally. The Roman numerals on its watch face are elongated, stretching to fit its unusual proportions. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Cartier Tank watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023What a Cartier bracelet symbolizes varies from piece to piece. With its screw motif, the Love bracelet represents the enduring nature of true love, while the three types of gold featured in the Trinity bracelet stand for love, fidelity and friendship. Translating to "just a nail" in English, the Juste un Clou bracelet is sometimes associated with simplicity and modernity. Find a large collection of Cartier bracelets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Sometimes, Cartier sunglasses are called buffs. This name comes from the fact that Cartier was the first major eyewear designer to use rare buffalo horn as a material for crafting eyeglass and sunglass frames. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Cartier sunglasses.
- Are Cartier diamonds real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, Cartier diamonds are real. The French luxury jewelry maker follows stringent standards when selecting the diamonds that go into its pieces. For example, the central brilliant cut diamonds in Cartier rings that are over 0.3 carats in weight must be classified as Very Good or Excellent to be used by the brand, and Cartier rarely chooses diamonds with clarity ratings below VS2 or color ratings below H. Shop a selection of Cartier diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Are Cartier watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 1, 2024Yes, some Cartier watches are automatic but the legendary French luxury house also creates collections that include watches with quartz movements. Cartier’s iconic Tank collection, which includes the Tank Française, the Tank Louis Cartier and other models, features both quartz and automatic options for all kinds of collectors. Each of the watches in the Panthère collection, however, carries a quartz movement.
While quartz watches are powered by a pre-installed battery and a high-frequency quartz crystal, automatic watches rely on a spring system and are self-winding. An automatic watch does not have a battery and is recharged on the wrist owing to the wearer’s movements during the day.
It was Louis Cartier, grandson of Cartier founder Louis-François Cartier, who was responsible for bringing watchmaking to the venerable maison when he presented Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont with a wristwatch in 1904.
Although the pocket watch was the de rigueur men’s accessory of the day, Santos-Dumont found his own pocket watch hard to consult while keeping his plane aloft. Louis fashioned a timepiece with a flat, square case on a leather strap that could be referred to easily at a glance. Named in honor of Louis’s friend, the Santos was eventually produced for sale in 1911.
Find vintage Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs. - Are all Cartier rings gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, not all Cartier rings are gold. Although the luxury jewelry maker produces many white, rose and yellow gold pieces, some rings are platinum. The French jewelry house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier rings.