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Vintage Cartier Trinity Bangle

Vintage Cartier 7 Bands Bangles Trinity Rolling Tricolor Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Tri-Color Gold Trinity Rolling Seven Bangles Bracelet by Cartier. The Vintage Cartier Trinity
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1990s French Bangles

Materials

Gold

c1995 Cartier Trinity Bangle Bracelet Sz 17 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Cartier Trinity bangle bracelet crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (with a rose, white and
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1990s Unknown Modern Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier 18k Gold Trinity Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The Vintage Cartier 18k Gold Trinity Bangle Bracelet is an iconic jewelry piece featuring three
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Vintage 1980s French Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier ‘Trinity de Cartier’ Seven Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Vintage Cartier ‘Trinity de Cartier’ seven bangle bracelet This classic, vintage piece is composed
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Vintage 1980s French Retro Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Trinity 18K Tri-Color Gold Rolling Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
An iconic design from Cartier, this vintage Trinity rolling bracelet features three interlocking
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Vintage 1970s Bangles

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K Gold 3.50ctw Diamond Star Vintage Trinity Slip on Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tri Color Gold 3.50ctw Pave Diamond Star Trinity Slip On Bangle Bracelet 100 Year
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Early 2000s French Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Gold

Cartier 18K Gold Trinity Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
Amazing Vintage 3 Cartier bracelets in gold 18K. Cartier signature on it. One diamond is missing
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Late 20th Century French Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier 18K Gold Trinity Bracelet
Cartier 18K Gold Trinity Bracelet
$30,813
H 0.14 in Dm 2.64 in
Vintage Extra-Large Cartier ‘Trinity de Cartier’ Three Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage extra-large Cartier ‘Trinity de Cartier’ three bangle bracelet This classic, vintage
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1990s European Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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Vintage Cartier Trinity Bangle in 18K Tri-Colour Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A classic vintage Cartier trinity bangle crafted in 18k yellow, rose and white gold. Because the
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Bangles

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Trinity Bangles
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic Cartier Trinity bangle bracelets made of 18k yellow, white and rose gold. Forever chic
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Vintage 1970s Bangles

Materials

Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Trinity Bangle Set in 18k Gold with Box and Certificate
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A classic vintage Cartier Trinity bangle set in 18k yellow, rose and white gold, circa 1998. The
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1990s Unknown Retro Bangles

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Trinity Bangle with Box Set in 18k Yellow, Rose and White Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A classic vintage Cartier Trinity bangle set in 18k yellow, rose and white gold, circa 2000. The
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Early 2000s Unknown Retro Bangles

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

1970s Cartier Trinity Large Gold Vintage Bangle Bracelets
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage Cartier Trinity bangles are heavier than those currently made. Signed Cartier and
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Vintage 1970s French Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s Cartier Trinity Large Gold Vintage Bangle Bracelets
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage Cartier Trinity bangles are heavier than those currently made and much better quality
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Vintage 1970s French Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage 1980s Cartier Trinity Bangle 'Large' in 18k Yellow, Rose and White Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A classic vintage Cartier Trinity bangle set in 18k yellow, rose and white gold, circa 1980's
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Bangles

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1980's Cartier Trinity Bangle 'Large' in 18k Yellow, Rose and White Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A classic vintage Cartier Trinity bangle set in 18k yellow, rose and white gold, circa 1980's. The
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Bangles

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Trinity Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This bracelet by Cartier is from their Trinity collection and features three 5.9mm interlinking
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Trinity Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This bracelet by Cartier is from their Trinity collection and features three 5.9mm interlinking
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Trinity Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This bracelet by Cartier is from their Trinity collection and features three 8.8mm interlinking
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Trinity Bangle
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a vintage bangle from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This
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1990s Bangles

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier French 18 Karat Gold Trinity Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Cartier French 18 Karat Gold Trinity Bangle Bracelet. Crafted in 18 karat yellow, rose
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Vintage 1980s French Bangles

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier French 18 Karat Gold Trinity Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Cartier French 18 Karat Gold Trinity Bangle Bracelet. Crafted in 18 karat yellow, white
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1990s French Bangles

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond Constellation Trinity Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Xupes Code: COM1869 Brand: Cartier Description: 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond Constellation
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Vintage 1980s Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 'C de Cartier' Diamond Trinity Bangle in Three Tones 18k Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A timeless 'C de Cartier Bangle' from the Trinity Collection in Three Tones 18k Gold featuring two
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Vintage 1980s Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier London Vintage Trinity Bangle Bracelet In 18Kt Gold With VS Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Bangle Bracelet designed by Cartier London. A rare three color trinity bangle bracelet, created in
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Vintage 1980s English Modernist Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18 Karat Yellow, White and Rose Gold Vintage Trinity Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This Bracelet by Cartier is from their Trinity collection and features a trinity design bracelet
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1990s Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Trinity Collection 18k Tri Color Gold Bangle Bracelets Vintage
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Trinity Collection 18k Tri Color Gold Bangle Bracelets Vintage Here is your chance to
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1990s French Modern Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Cartier Vintage French Jumbo Trinity 18K Tri-Tone Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
From the House of Cartier, the Classic Look for the Trinity Collection. Trinity Design, Heavest
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1990s French Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Vintage Cartier 18 Kt. Three-Tone Gold Trinity Rolling 7 Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Rome, IT
appartiene alla collezione Trinity di Cartier, ed è formato da 7 bracciali concentrici. Questo modello è
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Clamper Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Trinity Bangles
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Iconic Cartier Trinity bangle bracelets made of 18k yellow, white and rose gold. Forever chic
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Vintage 1970s Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Trinity Bangle Bracelet circa 1995 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Cartier Trinity bangle bracelet crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (with a rose, white and
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Bangles

Cartier Vintage Trinity Bangle in 18K 3 Tone Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Vintage Trinity Bangle in 18K 3 Tone Gold PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 111329 Listing Title
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2010s Unknown Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 18ct Yellow Gold Vintage Diamond Constellation Trinity Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This bracelet by Cartier is from their Constellation Trinity collection and features round
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Trinity de Cartier "One" 18K Tri-Color Gold Vintage Diamond Bangle
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
"Trinity de Cartier" rolling bangle bracelet, designed as three interlinking circular-shaped
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21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier 'Trinity Kiss' Screw Bangle Set in 18k Yellow, Rose & White Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A unique Cartier ‘Trinity Kiss’ screw bangle set in 18k yellow, rose and white gold. Baring
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1990s Modern Bangles

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Double C de Cartier Decor Trinity Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cartier iconic double C de Cartier decor trinity bracelet finely crafted in white yellow
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20th Century French Bangles

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Trinity Rolling Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Cartier Trinity rolling bracelet crafted in 18 karat white, yellow, and rose gold
Category

1990s Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Trinity Three-Tone Gold Bangles
By Cartier
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A classic set of vintage Cartier Trinity bangles, fully marked and modelled in 18k yellow, white
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Vintage 1970s French Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Trinity Bangle Bracelet 18k Tricolor Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
: Circumference: 7.70 ", Width: 3.35 mm Designer: Cartier Model: Vintage Trinity Bangle Bracelet 18K Tricolor Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Cartier Vintage Trinity Bangle Bracelet 18K Tricolor Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
: Circumference: 7.00 ", Width: 3.50 mm Designer: Cartier Model: Vintage Trinity Bangle Bracelet 18K Tricolor Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Cartier Vintage Trinity Bangle Bracelet 18K Tricolor Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
: Circumference: 7.50 ", Width: 3.50 mm Designer: Cartier Model: Vintage Trinity Bangle Bracelet 18K Tricolor Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Cartier Vintage Trinity Bangle Bracelet 18k Tricolor Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Measurements: Circumference: 7.25 ", Width: 4.55 mm Designer: Cartier Model: Vintage Trinity Bangle Bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Vintage Trinity Bangle Bracelet 18k Tricolor Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Measurements: Circumference: 7.25 ", Width: 4.55 mm Designer: Cartier Model: Vintage Trinity Bangle Bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Gold

Cartier Vintage Trinity Bangle Bracelet 18K Tricolor Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
: Circumference: 7.50 ", Width: 3.40 mm Designer: Cartier Model: Vintage Trinity Bangle Bracelet 18K Tricolor Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Vintage 1970s Cartier Trinity Gold Bangles
By Cartier
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A classic set of vintage Cartier Trinity bangles, fully marked and modelled in 18k yellow, white
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Vintage 1970s French Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier 18k Ring, Big Ellipse with Amethyst
By Cartier
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Indulge in the timeless beauty and opulence of the Vintage Cartier 18K Ring with Big Ellipse Amethyst. Crafted by the esteemed Cartier brand in 1993, this exquisite piece is a true t...
Category

1990s French Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold

Trinity de Cartier Diamond Ring
By Cartier
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Classic and lovely! This Trinity de Cartier ring is composed of 18 karat white gold, supports 1.00 ct of diamonds and is a size 4 1/2.
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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By Cartier
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

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Cartier 1960 Organic Brooch In Textured 18Kt Yellow Gold With One Diamond
By Cartier
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Vintage 1960s American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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2010s American Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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By Cartier
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Late 20th Century French Artist Solitaire Rings

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Sterling Silver

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Vintage Cartier Trinity Bangle For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage cartier trinity bangle you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 20 antique edition and 5 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a vintage cartier trinity bangle from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A vintage cartier trinity bangle can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 2 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. When shopping for a vintage cartier trinity bangle, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Vintage Cartier Trinity Bangle?

On average, a vintage cartier trinity bangle at 1stDibs sells for $9,286, while they’re typically $5,500 on the low end and $55,688 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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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.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

Finding the Right Bracelets for You

Today, antique and vintage bracelets are versatile and universally loved accessories that can add polish and pizzazz to any ensemble.

Bracelets were among the jewels discovered to have been buried with Pharaoh Tutankhamun when his tomb was unearthed in 1922, and wrist and arm bracelets were allegedly worn by Queen Puabi in Sumer, southern Mesopotamia. But preceding the adornments of Ancient Egypt and elsewhere, the people of prehistoric times likely wore the decorative accessory, fashioning it from shells and fish bones. When the Bronze Age allowed for more durable materials and semiprecious stones to be incorporated into jewelry, bracelets became a treasured symbol of wealth.

In the thousands of years following the debut of the world’s first bracelets, the artistry behind this common accessory has only broadened, with designers at popular jewelry houses growing more venturesome over time. David Webb looked to nature for his Animal Kingdom bracelets, and for her best-selling bracelets and more at Tiffany & Co., Elsa Peretti would frequently do the same. From bangles to tennis bracelets, the modern age offers plenty of options.

Internationally acclaimed bracelet designs have on occasion become powerful symbols of status, style and, in the case of Cartier's iconic design, love. The Cartier Love bracelet can be found on the wish list of most jewelry lovers and on the wrist of some of the world’s biggest stars. Its arrangement of mock screwheads and distinctive functionality — it was initially locked and unlocked with an accompanying vermeil screwdriver — is an enduring expression of loyalty, unity and romance. (Do you know how to spot a fake Cartier Love bracelet?)

While the Love bracelet has played a role in the skyrocketing popularity of cuff-style bracelets, they are far from the only glamorous option for collectors. Make a statement with an Art Deco design, a style that sees all kinds of iterations fitted with studded cuffs, one-of-a-kind shapes and dazzling insets. A chunky vintage gold bracelet in the Retro style will prove eye-catching and elevate any outfit.

One of the best things about bracelets, however, is that you never have to choose just one. Style icon Jacqueline Kennedy stacked her Croisillon bracelets — designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. — with such frequency that the ornate bangles were eventually dubbed “Jackie bracelets” by reporters. Contemporary silver pieces can easily complement each other, rendering a layering of luxury almost a necessity.

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Questions About Cartier
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 1, 2024
    Yes, 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. 

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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A Cartier engagement ring can cost between $3,000 and $800,000. The price depends on the diamond's carat weight and quality.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cartier watches are considered luxury watches. Cartier is a noted jeweler, taking that attention to detail and access to high-quality metals and jewels to their watches—they spare no expense and are highly desirable. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Cartier watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cartier pieces may be cheaper in Paris than they are in the U.S., but that's because of the exchange rate. Cartier doesn't price the pieces depending on the country.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    How 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    No, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The price of Cartier bracelets varies based on age, condition, and rarity. The least expensive versions of the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, can still cost around $4,000. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of Cartier bracelets for sale.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cartier rose gold doesn't tarnish but over many years of wearing, rose gold generally is said to become darker. Rose gold allegedly becomes slightly yellower in tone, toward a traditional gold.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    As one of the top luxury jewelry houses in the world, Cartier uses some of the finest quality materials. The company uses 18k gold in their jewelry and real diamonds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    There 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cartier 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Today, 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.