1950s French Cartier 7 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Authentic antique jewel - French work from the 1950s. Our opinion : Splendid and luminous, this retro diamond ring was specially ordered and made to measure from Cartier - Place Vend...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Cartier C Hearts Pink Sapphire 18k Rose Gold Ring w/Papers Size US 4.5 / EU 49
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection/Style: C Hearts Ring Material: 18k rose gold Hallmarks: Cartier 750 49 OV6445 Gemstones: Natural pink sapphire Measurements: Front approximately 0.38" acros...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Etincelle de Cartier Pavé Diamond Eternity Band Ring 18 Karat White Gold, Sz 51
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This absolutely gorgeous Etincelle de Cartier pave diamond band ring is the epitome of timeless beauty. The petite delicate paved band boasts an ultra feminine feel, while the sleek ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Cartier Love Mini Diamond 18k White Gold Band Ring w/Cert Size US 5 EU 50
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection/Style: LOVE Mini Diamond Band Ring Material: 18k white gold Hallmarks: Cartier 750 50 PQ5262 Gemstones: Natural brilliant-cut diamond Design: Mini LOV...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Vendôme Louis 2.5mm 18k Tri-Color Gold Band Ring w/Cert Size 5.75 EU 51
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection: Vendôme Louis Cartier Style: Band Ring Material: 18k Yellow, White, and Rose Gold Band Width: Approximately 2.5 mm Ring Size: US 5.75 / EU 51 Weight: 3.3 g...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,988Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Paris Nouvelle Bague Ring In 18Kt White Gold With 2.76 Cts in Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Nouvelle bague ring designed by Cartier. Beautiful ring, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Love 3 Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring w/Cert Size US 5 EU 49
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Collection/Style: Love 3 Diamond Band Ring Material: 18k yellow gold Hallmarks: Cartier 750 49 L98347 1998 Gemstones: Natural diamonds approximately 0.22ct total weight Design: C...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Mini LOVE Diamond 18k White Gold Band Ring w/Cert Size US 5.5 EU 51
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection: Mini LOVE Material: 18k white gold Hallmarks: Cartier 750 51 OH8903 Gemstones/Diamonds: One natural diamond approximately 0.03 carat Measurements: Ban...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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
Brand: Cartier Collection/Style: Trinity (Vendôme Louis Cartier) Interlocking Three-Band Ring Material: 18k yellow, rose, and white gold (tri-color) Hallmarks: Cartier Au750 56 GU...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vendome Louis 18k Tri -Color Gold Band Ring w/Cert Size US 8.5 EU 58
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection/Style: Vendôme Louis Tri-Color Band Ring Material: 18k yellow, white, and rose gold Hallmarks: Cartier Au750 58 IYC265 Design: Classic Cartier tri-color...
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
Brand: Cartier Collection/Style: Trinity Vendôme Louis Ring Material: 18k pink, yellow, and white gold Hallmarks: Cartier 58 750 ID8848 Design: Three interlocking tri-color bands...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Smoky Quartz Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring w/Box Size US 6 EU 53
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection/Style: Smoky Quartz Diamond Cocktail Ring Material: 18k white gold Hallmarks: Cartier 750 53 AX3538 Gemstones: Natural smoky quartz cabochon approximate...
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold
$39,960Sale Price|20% Off
CARTIER Paris Starburst Three-Stones Ring In Platinum & 1.55 Carats VVS Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A platinum three-stones ring designed by Cartier. Fabulous three-stone setting ring created by the prestigious Parisian jewelry house of Cartier.
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Trinity Ruby Twisted Wire Band Ring 18k Tri-Color Gold Size US 5 EU 50
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Presented in great original condition, this collectible ring is a graceful expression of Cartier's renowned French craftsmanship and enduring design, making it a meaningful addition ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Solitaire Déclaration d’Amour Ring 0.51ct F-VS1 in Pt950 – US 4 3/4
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item No.: 28240331 ■Brand: Cartier ■Name: Solitaire DÉCLARATION D'Amour ■Material: Diamond (D0.51ct F-VS1-VG), Pt950 platinum ■ Accessories: ・Cartier Case, ・GIA Certificate (Aug 200...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Love Me Pavé Diamond 18k Tri-Gold Three Band Ring w/Papers Size US 5
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection/Style: Love Me Pavé Diamond Interlocking Band Ring Material: 18k yellow, white, and rose gold Hallmarks: Cartier 750 50 E1285 Gemstones: Natural pavé-se...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vendôme Louis 18k Tri-Color Gold 4.8mm Band Ring w/Cert Size US 6.5 EU 5
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection/Style: Vendôme Louis Band Ring Material: 18k yellow, rose, and white gold Hallmarks: Cartier 750 54 GV3343 Design: Iconic tri-color rolling band Measur...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Maillon Panthère 3-Row Half Pavé Diamond Ring 18K White Gold Size 57
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301859 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2012 RRP £8,550 Incl. Taxes / €9,850 Incl. Taxes / $10,000 Excl. Taxes Model B4127257 Serial Number PU**** Metal 18k White Gold Sto...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Pink Sapphire Love Ring Sz 53 6 1/4 18k Rose Gold Fine Signed Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
An stylish variation of the iconic Love collection, the Cartier pink sapphire LOVE ring is crafted in 18k rose gold (circa 2000s). One approx. 2.5mm pink sapphire is set into the b...
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Diamond 150th Anniversary Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Renowned for creations of extraordinary elegance, from the Santos watch to the Love bracelet to the Panthère, Cartier remains the ultimate expression of French luxury.
Rose Gold
$4,760Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Vintage Ring in 18Kt Gold with 1.78 Ctw in VS Diamonds and Citrine
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A ring designed by Cartier. Very cute piece hand crafted in solid 18 karats yellow gold and mounted with gemstones. Bezel set, with one cabochon trillion cut (7 x 7 x 4 mm) of a na...
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love 6 Pink Sapphire 18k Pink Gold Band Ring w/Paper Size US 6 EU 52
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection/Style: Love Pink Sapphire Band Ring Material: 18k pink gold Hallmarks: Cartier 750 52 OH2148 Gemstones: Six natural pink sapphires approximately 2mm eac...
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$24,000Sale Price|20% Off
Iconic Cartier Ballerine with exceptional brilliance
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant Cartier engagement ring is a timeless expression of the Maison’s celebrated craftsmanship. Beautifully crafted in platinum, the ring centers on a 0.90 carat round brilli...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Diamond Solitaire 1895 0.62ct F-VVS2 Platinum Ring US 5 1/4 GIA Aug 2000
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item No.: 31210322 ■Brand: Cartier ■Name: Solitaire 1895 Ring ■Ref.: N4163600 ■Material: 1P Diamond (D0.62ct F-VVS2), Pt950 Platinum ■Weight: Approx. 3.7g ■Ring Size: EU: 50 / USA: ...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Yellow Gold Nouvelle Vague Diamond Band
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
A striking expression of Cartier’s timeless elegance, this Nouvelle Vague Diamond Band is exquisitely crafted in 18K yellow gold and showcases the Maison’s signature sculptural desig...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond And Blue Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Dome Daphne Ring
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Diamond And Blue Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Dome Ring. Stunning yellow gold Cartier ring set with a beautiful 3.5mm centre diamond with F/G Colour and VVS ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Menotte Onyx Ring 18k White Gold Band Sz 53 US 6 1/4 Bypass Motif
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Out of production vintage Cartier 'Menotte' ring crafted in 18k white gold (circa 2000). The iconic Cartier ring features a bypass design, terminating with two black onyx points. ...
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Wedding Band Triple Gold - size 47
By Cartier
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
Cartier size : 47 Cartier Wedding Band – An Icon of Love, Loyalty, and Timeless Elegance Crafted in luxurious 18kt triple gold, this Cartier Wedding Band is a refined expression of...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Nigeria Diamond Wedding band in 18k Yellow Gold.
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Nigeria Diamond Wedding band in 18k Yellow Gold. This diamond wedding band has 123 round brilliant cut diamonds of approximately 5.5ct set in 18k yellow gold. Signed Cartier,...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1.55 carat GIA FVVS1 Emerald Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring with Sapphires
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated and unique Cartier ring would be a one of a kind engagement ring or perfect as a right hand statement piece. This ring showcases a stunning 1.55 carat emerald cut...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
4mm Cartier 1895 Wedding Band in 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Brand: Cartier Model: 1895 Wedding Band Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 18K Ring Width: 4 mm Size: US 10 Total Weight: 7.5 Grams Stamped: "Au 750" "Carti...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Destinee Eternity Wedding Band size 50
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous eternity wedding band signed by Cartier Destinée showcasing 21 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 1.36 carats total, set in an open-gallery setting. E-F color and VVS c...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Yellow Gold Plain Love Wedding Band Size 56 B4085000
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A lovely 18k yellow gold Cartier wedding band from the Love collection. The ring comprises of the iconic screw motifs on the outer edge and is a size 56. The ring measures 3.6mm in w...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier White Gold Plain Love Wedding Band Size 59 B4085100
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold Cartier wedding band from the Love collection. The ring comprises of the iconic screw motifs and is a size UK R½ - EU 59. Measuring 3.6mm in width with a gross weig...
White Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Plain Love Wedding Band Size 53 B4085200
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A lovely 18k rose gold Cartier wedding band from the Love collection. The ring comprises of the iconic screw motifs on the outer edge and is a size 53. The ring measures 3.6mm in wid...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier White Gold Plain Love Wedding Band Size 54 B4085100
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold Cartier wedding band from the Love collection. The ring comprises of the iconic Cartier screws and is a size UK O - EU 54. Measuring 3.6mm in width with a gross wei...
18k Gold, White Gold
CARTIER Destinée wedding band in platinum and diamonds 1.63 carat
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
CARTER Destinée ring in 950/1000 platinum with diamonds. Original price: €16,000. Condition: excellent. Size: 56. Width: 0.3 cm. Diamond weight: 1.63 carats. Total weight: 3.92 g. Ha...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Rose Gold Plain Love Wedding Band Size 52 B4085200
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A lovely 18k rose gold Cartier wedding band from the Love collection. The ring comprises of the iconic screw motifs on the outer edge and is a size 52. The ring measures 3.6mm in wid...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Plain Love Wedding Band Size 57 B4085200
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A lovely 18k rose gold Cartier wedding band from the Love collection. The ring comprises of the iconic screw motifs on the outer edge and is a size 57. The ring measures 3.6mm in wid...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Plain Love Wedding Band Size 50 B4085000
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A lovely 18k yellow gold Cartier wedding band from the Love collection. The ring comprises of the iconic screw motifs on the outer edge and is a size 50. The ring measures 3.6mm in w...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Plain Love Wedding Band Size 55 B4085200
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A lovely 18k rose gold Cartier wedding band from the Love collection. The ring comprises of the iconic screw motifs on the outer edge and is a size 55. The ring measures 3.6mm in wid...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Love Wedding Band Size 51 B4056100
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Cartier diamond wedding band in yellow gold from the Love collection. The ring compromises of the iconic Cartier screws and a single round brilliant cut diamond set in the centre, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Cartier White Gold Diamond Love Wedding Band Size 48 B4050500
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Cartier diamond wedding band, in white gold from the Love collection. Compromising of the iconic Cartier screws and a single round brilliant cut diamond set in the centre, totallin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 2.6mm 1895 Wedding Band with Diamond 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ring Specifications: Brand: Cartier Collection: 1895 Wedding Band Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Ring Size: EU 48, US 4.5 Width: 2.6 mm Diamond Specifications: Shape: Round Brillia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Platinum EU 49 Princess Cut Diamond Wedding Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Experience timeless elegance with this exquisite estate eternity band by Cartier, a symbol of enduring love and exceptional craftsmanship. Meticulously crafted in luxurious platinum,...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Rose Gold Full Diamond Love Wedding Band Size 58 B4050800
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k rose gold wedding band from the iconic Love collection by Cartier. The ring is set with 8 round brilliant cut diamonds set throughout the centre of the band with an approximat...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Love Wedding Band, Size 54, 20th Century
By Cartier
Located in istanbul, TR
This is a beautiful 18k yellow gold Cartier love wedding band that features the traditional Cartier screw engravings. The ring is stamped Cartier 750 with serial numbers. The band me...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire 1895 Bridal Set 0.31ct D/VVS2
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful platinum diamond bridal set by Cartier from the Solitaire 1895 collection. The engagement ring is set to the centre in a four-prong mount with a round brilliant cut diamo...
Diamond, Platinum
$992Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier 1985 Platinum Wedding Band, Size 5.25, PT950, 3.5mm Width
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finger size 5 plus. This particular ring is a size 5.25 and is signed by Cartier, indicating that it was made by the luxury French jewelry brand.
Platinum
Estate Cartier Nigeria Diamond Band in 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
Cartier wide eternity band from the Nigeria Collection composed of 18K white gold with round brilliant-cut diamonds. There are 125 diamonds that total 5.65 carats; F-G color and VVS...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Nouvelle White Gold Ring
Located in Berlin, BE
A Cartier Nouvelle ring crafted in white gold, dated 1977, weighing 15.1 g. Size 56 (EU), this timeless piece showcases Cartier’s signature elegance and refined design from the late ...
18k Gold, White Gold
Size 7.25 Vendôme Louis Cartier Trinity Wedding Band 18k Yellow White Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Brand: Cartier Model: Vendôme Louis Cartier Wedding Band Metal: 18K White, Yellow and Rose Gold Metal Purity: 18K, 750 Ring Width: 3 mm Size: Euro 55 US 7.25 ...
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
Cartier Love Small 1 Diamond Rose Gold Wedding Band Size 7 1/4
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Love Small 1 Diamond Rose Gold Wedding Band Size 7 1/4 - Cartier Love Wedding Band. 18K Rose gold Wedding band set with 1 brilliant cut diamond totaling .02 carats. Width 4 m...
Étincelle de Cartier Eternity Diamond Wedding Band 0.22 ct. 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Honolulu, HI
Étincelle de Cartier eternity diamond wedding band, 18K white gold, set with 49 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.22 carats. 1.52 mm wide. This ring is pre-owned in excellent conditi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Burma Ruby, Diamond and White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Set with an oval-cut ruby weighing approximately 1.65 carats, the frame and shoulders accented by round diamonds, in 18k white gold, size 5 3/4 With report 5211472392 dated 19 Februa...
Cartier Art-Deco Star Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Ring, Circa 1930’s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
It is complemented by an assortment of round and fancy shape diamonds of outstanding quality, D-E-F color and VVS clarity, which weigh approximately 3 carats. The ring is signed “Car...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Platinum
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By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item: Cocktail Ring Brand: Cartier Period: 1990 Metal: 18K White Gold Diamonds: Round Brilliant Cut Estimated Total Diamond Weight: Approximately 3.50 Carats Ring Size: US 8...
Diamond
Vintage Cartier LOVE Diamond Three Ring Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Cartier LOVE diamond three ring necklace set in 18k rose and white gold, dating to 2016.
The necklace features three of Cartier's iconic LOVE ring moti...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier LOVE 18K Yellow Gold Interlocking Rings Necklace, 43 cm
By Cartier
Located in Vannes, FR
A sophisticated piece of signed French jewelry, perfect for collectors and admirers of Cartier.
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.