Cartier Trinity Tri-Color White, Yellow Rose, 18 Karat Gold Rolling Rings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Trinity de Cartier Tri-Color 18k Gold Ring Ring Size 4.5 , very small ring Marked 750, 49 Materials 18k Yellow Gold, White Gold and Rose Gold Measurements Each ring is approx...
Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Trinity Ring Small Model 18K White Yellow Rose Gold Size 47 US 4
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Trinity ring, small model. Crafted in 18k white, rose and yellow gold.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18 Karat Tri-tone Trinity Ring
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Cartier Material: Tri-tone Serial: EOFXXX Size: 4 (46) Width: 6.40mm Weight: 3.8 grams Includes box and papers.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Stacking 18K Tri-Tone Gold Ring Size 6.00
By Cartier
Located in Sewickley, PA
This Cartier Trinity Stacking Ring is an iconic symbol of timeless elegance and luxury.
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Les Must de Cartier Trinity Tri-Color 18K White, Yellow & Rose Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Step into the Cartier world with this sophisticated 'Les Must De Cartier' rolling band ring from the iconic Trinity Collection, expertly crafted from luxurious 18 carat gold.
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Trinity Diamond 18k Tri-Gold 3-Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This iconic ring from Cartier's Trinity collection features 3 interconnected 4.0mm bands crafted in 18k yellow, white and rose gold and pave-set with brilliant-cut round D-E-F VVS1-V...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Trinity 18k Multitone Gold 6 Band Ring Box Certificate
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous Cartier ring from the iconic Trinity collection features 6 interconnected bands crafted in 18k yellow, white, and rose gold and set with 30 brilliant-cut round D-E-F VV...
Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage 18k Tri-Gold Trinity Ring Ribbed Size 6 Gorgeous!
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Vintage Cartier Trinity Ring Features 3 Interlocked 2 mm Ribbed Gold Bands One White, One Yellow, One Rose Size ~6 Total Mass = 4.4 grams Ring is in Good Vintage Condition.
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity 18k White Gold Rolling Band Ring w/Paper Size US 5.5 EU 51
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection: Trinity Style: Rolling Band Ring Material: 18k white gold Hallmarks: Cartier 750 51 1999 O0911V Design: Three interlocking rolling bands in polished w...
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Trinity Wide 5.4mm Rolling Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
An iconic Cartier Trinity Wide Rolling Ring, this timeless piece exemplifies the maison's signature design.
Vintage Cartier Amour et Trinity Ring c1998 Sz 46 3.75 18k White Gold Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Cartier 'Amour et Trinity' ring, crafted in 18 karat white gold.
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Trinity Diamond Ring 18K Tri-Color Gold with Original Certificate
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
Details: Brand: Cartier Collection: Trinity Origin: France Metal: Solid 18K Yellow, White & Rose Gold Weight: 14.7 grams Width: 4mm Ring Size: European 51 (Approx.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Classic Trinity Ring 18K White, Yellow and Rose Gold Size 54
By Cartier
Located in Guangzhou, CN
An enduring icon of style and sentiment, the Trinity ring was first conceived by Louis Cartier in 1924.
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Cartier 2 Carat Diamond Tri-Color 18k Gold Trinity Rolling Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite and iconic rolling ring by Cartier is crafted in a harmonious blend of 18k yellow, white, and rose gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Rolling Ring 18K Tri-Color Gold Vintage 1997
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An enduring icon of 20th-century jewelry design, this authentic Cartier Trinity rolling ring is crafted in 18 karat yellow, white, and rose gold, embodying the timeless elegance that...
Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier 18K Tri-Color Gold Trinity Rolling Ring Size 59 Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K Yellow, White, and Rose Gold Cartier Trinity Rolling Ring Size 59, Medium Model, one of Cartier's most iconic and enduring creations.
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Cartier Trinity Tri-Color Gold Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring GIA 1.73 Ct
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptionally elegant and increasingly rare creation from Cartier's iconic Trinity Collection, this sophisticated solitaire engagement ring is crafted in 18-karat yellow, rose, an...
Moonstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 1...
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Cartier Trinity Tri-Color Gold Diamond Wedding Band Ring 2.50 CTW 18K
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic expression of elegance and symbolism, this Cartier Trinity diamond wedding band ring is masterfully crafted in 18K tri-color gold, blending yellow, white, and rose gold int...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Paved Diamond Ring 1.93ct 18k Rose White Yellow Gold sz 52 US 6
By Cartier
Located in Northbrook, IL
The Cartier Trinity Ring Set showcases an intertwined band design crafted from 18k gold, rose gold, white gold, and yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18k Tri-Gold Trinity Ring Classic Model 4 mm Size 52
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Cartier Trinity Ring Features Three Interlocking 18k Gold Rings - One Rose, One White, One Yellow French Size 52 (US Size 6) Classic Model - Each Band 4 mm Wide Total Mass =...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K Tricolor Gold Trinity Rolling Band Ring Size 53/6.25 #22998
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier 18K Tricolor Gold Trinity Rolling Band Ring Size 6.25 An iconic Cartier design featuring three interlaced bands in 18K yellow, white and rose gold.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity 18kt Gold with Diamonds - size 49
By Cartier
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Cartier size: 49 Width: 0,4 cm Original Box An enduring icon of Cartier’s heritage, the Trinity ring is exquisitely crafted from three interlaced bands of 18-karat white, yellow, an...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage CARTIER 18k 750 Tricolor Rolling Ring. Must de Cartier Trinity Band
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Cartier Rolling Ring. Beautiful Rolling 18k Tri band ring. Hallmarked and tests 18k. Cartier made 80s Rose, White and Yellow gold. Condition: Has tiny scratches. Nothing major. Co...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Amour et Trinity Ring c1998 Sz 50 5 1/4 18k White Gold Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Cartier 'Amour et Trinity' ring, crafted in 18 karat white gold.
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Tri Color 18K Diamond Trinity Roller Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Estate Cartier Trinity Ring in 18K Tri-Color Gold and Diamonds A refined Cartier Trinity ring crafted in 18K yellow, white, and rose gold, with each interlocking band fully pavé-set ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 18K Tri-Tone Round Diamond Trinity Ring
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Cartier Material: 18K yellow, White, and rose gold Serial: XNP181 Diamonds: 106 round cut= 0.46cttw Color: G Clarity: VS2 Dimensions: each ring measures 2.5mm wide Size: 53...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Three-Tone Gold Ring - 18k Trinity Style with 3 Diamonds - Signed &
By Cartier
Located in Nicosia, Cyprus
A sophisticated and iconic creation from the legendary House of Cartier. This three-tone 18k gold ring features three elegant bands (godrons) in yellow, white, and rose gold, each ce...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 0.50ct Diamond Cartier Trinity Bombay Ring, c.1990s
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This beautiful vintage Bombay ring, comes from Cartier’s trinity collection. A discontinued design, this wonderful ring is composed of three bands of 18 carat rose, white and yellow ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Emerald and Onyx Panther Trinity Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Cartier panther trinity ring in 18k yellow, rose and white gold.
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER 1990 Paris Trinity Ring In Three Colors Of Solid 18Kt Gold & Diamond
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Condition: The overall condition of this Cartier trinity ring is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1990's 18 Karat Tri-Colored Gold Vintage Trinity Grooved Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a wide band featuring deeply grooved segments Alternating pattern of yellow, rose, and white gold Completed by high polish finish Stamped for 18 karat gold Numbered fully...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1970's 18 Karat Tri-Colored Gold Vintage Rolling Trinity 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 ring is inscribed 'le must de Cartier' With high polished finish throughout ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Tri-Color Gold and Diamond Pave Rolling Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier 18K Yellow, White and Rose Gold Trinity Rolling Ring, each band measures 3.5 M.M. wide with one band set with 3 rows of Fine Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 18K Tricolor Gold Trinity Rolling Ring Size 7.5 (56) w/Box Papers #25479
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier 18K Tricolor Gold Trinity Rolling Band Ring Size 7.5 (56) w/Box and Papers- An iconic Cartier design featuring three interlaced bands in 18K yellow, white and rose gold.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Small Model Trinity Band Ring in Tri-Tone 18 Karat Gold with Box
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This iconic Cartier Trinity ring is crafted in 18 karat yellow, white, and rose gold, featuring three interlocking bands that flow seamlessly around one another.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
26675 Cartier Trinity 18k Rose Gold 1.73 G VVS1 Round Diamond Engagement Ring 5
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Cartier Trinity Collection Cartier 18k Yellow Rose White Gold ring weighs 5.9g GIA round diamond weighs 1.73ct Diamond G color VVS1 clarity Shank measures 2.4mm wide Ring size is 5 ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Cartier Trinity Classic Tri-Color 18k Gold Ring w/Cert Size US 10 EU 64
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Only one available! This authentic Cartier Trinity Classic Ring is expertly crafted in luxurious 18k yellow, white, and rose gold and features the Maison's iconic three interlocking...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Solitaire Ring 0.31ct F-VVS1 Diamond in 18K Tri-Gold GIA 1996
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Product Number: 25020135 ■ Brand: Cartier ■ Product Name: Trinity Solitaire Ring ■ Model Number: - ■ Material: Diamond (0.31ct F-VVS1), 18K Yellow Gold, White Gold, Pink Gold ■ Wei...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier 18k Tri Color Gold Trinity Rolling Band Ring sz 48 sz 4.5
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow, Rose & White Gold Weight: 6.61 Grams Ring Size: Size 48 - Approx. 4.5 US (We cannot custom size this ring.) Ring Width: 10.1mm (0.39 in) (approx.) (all th...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Ruby 18k Tri-Color Gold Ring w/Cert Size US 4 EU 47
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Only one available! This authentic Cartier Trinity Ruby ring is expertly crafted in solid 18k yellow, rose, and white gold and showcases the Maison's iconic three interlocking bands...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity 18k Tri-Color Gold Diamond Ring w/Cert Size US 5.5 EU 52
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Only one available! This authentic Cartier Trinity Diamond Ring is exquisitely crafted in luxurious 18k yellow, white, and rose gold and showcases the Maison's legendary Trinity des...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vendome Louis Trinity 18k Tri Color Gold Ring w/Cert Size US 7.5 EU 56
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Only one available! This authentic Cartier Trinity Ring from the celebrated Vendôme Louis Cartier collection is expertly crafted in luxurious 18k tri-color gold and features three s...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity 18k Tri-Color Gold 2.5mm Band Ring w/Cert Size US 5 EU 49
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Only one available! This authentic Cartier Trinity Band Ring is expertly crafted in solid 18k yellow, rose, and white gold and features the Maison's iconic three-band rolling design.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vendome Louis Trinity 18k Tri-Color Gold Ring w/Cert Size US 8 EU 58
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Only one available! This authentic Cartier Vendôme Louis Trinity ring is expertly crafted in solid 18k pink, yellow, and white gold and features the Maison's iconic three interlocki...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Ruby Twisted Wire Band Ring 18k Tri-Color Gold Size US 5 EU 50
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Only one available! This authentic Cartier Trinity Ruby Twisted Wire Band Ring is beautifully crafted in luxurious 18k yellow, white, and rose gold and showcases the Maison's iconic...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tri-Colour Trinity Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring 0.24ct Size 52 N4204
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A gorgeous 18k tri-colour gold diamond ring by Cartier from the Trinity de Cartier collection. The ring is set to the centre with a 0.24ct round brilliant cut diamond. The diamond is...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Vendôme Louis Cartier Trinity Wedding Band 18k Gold 4.8 MM Width
By Cartier
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Brand: Cartier Model: Vendôme Louis Cartier Wedding Band Metal: 18K White, Yellow and Rose Gold Ring Width: 4.8 mm Size: Euro 62, US 10 Total Weight: 7.5 Grams...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Ladies Cartier Paris Nouvelle Vague 18K White Gold Diamond Crossover Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Cartier Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 18K White Gold Ring Size: 6 Width: 9.15 mm Weight: 15.80 grams Lady's CARTIER rhodium-plated 18K white gold interlocking two-row, tw...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Trinity GIA Certified 1.23 Carat E/VVS1 Round Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The ring is made of platinum and bands of yellow, white and rose gold.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Diamond Tri-Color Gold Large Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous domed ring from Cartier's Trinity collection is crafted in 18k yellow, white and rose gold and pave-set with F-G VVS1-VVS2 brilliant-cut round diamonds of an estimated ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier White Trinity Ring Porcelain Organizer
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
Cartier White “Trinity Ring” porcelain organizer featuring a square shape, a Trinity ring design, a gold-tone outline, a Cartier signature.
Cartier Tri Gold Wedding Band. Fused 18k Gold Yellow Rose White Each 3.5mm
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Designer: Cartier Jewelry Type: Trinity Ring / Wedding Band Style: Rolling Ring, Interlocking Band, Triple Band Design Material: 18k Yellow Gold, 18k Rose Gold, 18k ...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Cartier Paris Trinity Cufflinks in Gold, Rose Gold, and White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Princeton, NJ
A pair of highly attractive Cartier Paris Trinity Cufflinks in Gold, Rose Gold, and White Gold.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold, White Gold, and Rose Gold Seven Row Cartier Trinity Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Princeton, NJ
A seven row 18 karat yellow, white, and rose gold Cartier Trinity bangle, Cartier reference 13477J.
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Cartier Trinity Diamond Necklace 18k Gold
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Cartier Trinity diamond necklace, crafted in 18k yellow, white, and rose gold is one of Cartier’s most recognizable motifs.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Trinity Hoop Earrings, 18K White Gold, 0.90ct Diamonds, 2010s
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Pair of CARTIER Trinity hoop earrings in 18k white gold and diamonds, featuring three elegant intertwined white gold rings, enhanced by stunning brilliant-cut diamonds with a total w...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Pendant Trinity 18 karat Yellow, White and Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Original papers Chain not included The Cartier Trinity Pendant in 18 karat yellow, white, and rose gold is an iconic creation that embodies elegance, harmony, and timeless sophistic...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Bracelet 18k Yellow White Rose Gold Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An iconic Cartier Trinity bracelet made of 18k yellow, white, and rose gold.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Cartier Cartier Trinity Panther 1 Trinity 18k Tri-Color Gold Dangle Charm Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Only one available! This authentic Cartier Trinity Panther Brooch is crafted in solid 18k yellow, pink, and white gold and features the Maison's legendary three-dimensional panther ...
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.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.