Cartier Engagement Rings
It should come as no surprise that Cartier engagement rings are among the most desirable on the jewelry market for those hoping to be betrothed. The French jewelry house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904), pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds. While platinum had been a part of jewelry making before, it hadn’t been used in the way that Cartier intended.
Cartier sought to render the diamonds in their engagement rings and other rings as brilliantly as possible, initially sourcing platinum specifically from Russian mines and matching the durable metal with an equally robust precious stone. These shimmering rings, such as the timeless Solitaire 1895 engagement ring, gave the impression of delicate lace. Platinum was the metal of choice in Cartier engagement rings because it was strong enough to handle complex mountings and its hue made the diamonds look exceptionally white, which made the onyx, enamel and colored-gem elements pop.
The house’s offerings were wholly distinct, standing out from the era’s old-fashioned gold or silver pieces and emblematic of what would come to be called the “Cartier style.”
While founder Louis-François’s work was very well respected from the start, it was Cartier’s grandsons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, who catapulted the family name into international stardom when they took over the business at the turn of the 20th century. The work of the three brothers and their eventual successors would captivate an elite clientele. In fact, we are still discussing the stunning platinum Cartier engagement ring given to actress Grace Kelly by Prince Rainier III of Monaco in 1955 — a 10.48-carat emerald-cut diamond flanked by two baguettes. It was featured in the final film Kelly made in 1956.
The Cartier grandsons found early success with wristwatches and created some of the most iconic jewelry of the Art Deco era. Eventually the brand’s name became inseparable from the decadent symbols of romance and coveted wearable art its notoriously anonymous designers produced with regularity, such as the Love bracelet.
Today, while tastes for this particular accessory span all corners of the jewelry world — see our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement rings, Art Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings — part of Cartier’s lasting legacy owes to its alluring engagement rings, a variety of which can be found on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Cartier
Cartier 1895 Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum E VS2 0.31 CTW
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 1895 Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum E VS2 0.31 CTW
PRIMARY DETAILS
SKU: 131330
Listing Title: Cartier 1895 Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum E VS2 0.31 CTW
Conditio...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Platinum
Cartier Platinum Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Cartier
Material: platinum
Diamond: 1 round brilliant cut = 0.42ct
Color: F
Clarity: VS1
Weight: 4.36 grams
Serial # ABMXXX
Size: 49
Complete with original box and papers
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Tank Francaise Ring in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Brand: Cartier
Metal: White Gold
Metal Purity: 18K
Ring Width: 6 mm
Ring Thickness: 1.8 mm
Ring Size: US 3.75 or EU 46
Total Weight: 8.5 Grams
Stamped: "Ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier GIA Certified 8 Carat Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Rome, IT
Cartier 1895 Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Category
2010s Italian Modern Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity GIA Certified 1.23 Carat E/VVS1 Round Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Crafted with the utmost precision, the Cartier Trinity Round Diamond Engagement ring exudes elegance and sophistication.
This ring features a high-quality 1.23 carat round brillian...
Category
Early 2000s Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 4.05 Carat GIA Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 4.05 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring by Cartier NY, composed of platinum. Featuring a 4.05 Carat Old European Cut Diamond, GIA certified I color/VS2 ...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Platinum Diamond Ballerine Solitaire Ring 0.9ct D/IF XXX
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A captivating platinum diamond engagement ring by Cartier from the Ballerine Solitaire collection. The ring comprises of a round brilliant cut diam...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 2 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Rome, IT
Celebrate your love with this extraordinary engagement ring, an eternal symbol of commitment and affection. At the heart of this masterpiece is a magnificent GIA certified 2-carat cu...
Category
2010s French Modern Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 3.00 Carat Unheated Madagascar Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cartier Madagascar sapphire and diamond ring in platinum, accompanied by AGL certificate and Cartier box.
The centerpiece of this Cartier...
Category
2010s French Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Platinum 0.51 Carat Round Cut Diamond Ballerine Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier diamond engagement ring from the Ballerine collection is a stunning piece of jewelry crafted from platinum and mounted with a 0.51ct ro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1895 Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring with Round .25ct FVS1
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier engagement ring from the 1895 collection is a masterpiece of fine craftsmanship, made from premium platinum with a stunning 0.25 c...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1895 Round Diamond 0.88 tcw Engagement Ring in Platinum GIA COA Box
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier 1895 Diamond Engagement Ring
Style: Solitaire with Diamond Accents
Ref. number: QF****
Metal: Platinum PT950
GIA: 2106981161
Size: 6.25
TCW: 0.88 tcw
Main Diamond: Rou...
Category
2010s Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Ring Yellow Gold Diamond
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Ring signed by the Cartier house. in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). semi-articulated frame. set with 12 diamonds. brilliant cut approximately. of about 0.035 ct each. total...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Platinum Diamond Solitaire 1895 Ring 1.21 Carat F/VVS1
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A captivating platinum diamond engagement ring by Cartier from the Solitaire 1895 collection. The ring comprises of a round brilliant cut diamond in a four prong setting weighing 1.2...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 0.45ct Brilliant Cut Solitaire Diamond Platinum 1895 Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 0.45ct Brilliant Cut Solitaire Diamond Platinum 1895 Ring
Brand Cartier
Model 0.45ct Diamond 1895 Ring
Product Type Ring
Serial Number CJ****
Age Circa 2016
Accompanied By C...
Category
2010s Unknown Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Cartier Six Stone Diamond Love Heart Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier six stone diamond love heart ring in 18 karat yellow gold.
The ring is designed as a pair of love hearts; each of which has been gra...
Category
1970s European Retro Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond Crossover Ring, French, circa 1970
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier diamond crossover ring. Set with two drop shape brilliant cut diamonds, one D colour, VVS2 clarity, with a weight of 1.17 carats...
Category
1970s French Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Ring Ballerine PlatinumDiamond
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier house wedding ring in platinum 950 thousandths. ballerina model. set with 3 brilliant cut diamonds. total weight diamonds: about 0.010 ct. width on top: 0.18 cm. total weight...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Mimi Ring Size 54
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A timeless 18k yellow gold diamond ring by Cartier from the Mimi collection. The bombe style ring is set to the centre with an oval cut diamond in a bezel mount, weighing approximately 0.50ct, G colour and VS1 clarity. The central diamond is complemented by 40 pave set round brilliant cut diamonds with an approximate total weight of 1.40ct, well matched in colour and clarity. The ring tapers down from 6.2mm wide to 3.45mm, is a US size 6.75/ UK size N 1/2/ EU size 54 and has a gross weight of 4.80 grams.
Comes complete with a Rich Diamonds...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 0.90 CT GVS1 Platinum Solitaire Engagement Ring (With Original COA)
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
The ring is a size 4.75 (US), made of 950 platinum, and weighs 2.40 DWT (approx. 3.73 grams). It also has one round G-color, VS1-clarity diamond weighing 0.90 CT.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Diamond Halo Design Platinum D'amour Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Diamond Halo Design Platinum D'amour Ring
Brand Cartier
Model Diamond D'amour Ring
Product Type Ring
Serial Number SD****
Age Circa 2013
Accompanie...
Category
2010s Unknown Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 2.11 Carat GIA Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1935
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier diamond cluster ring. Set with an impressive square step cut diamond, H colour, VVS2 clarity, with a weight of 2.11 carats in an o...
Category
1930s Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Ballerine Diamond Engagement Ring in 950 Platinum F VS1 0.27 CTW
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Ballerine Diamond Engagement Ring in 950 Platinum F VS1 0.27 CTW
PRIMARY DETAILS
SKU: 125128
Listing Title: Cartier...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 0.32ct Diamond Ballerine Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Brilliant Cut 0.32ct Solitaire Diamond Platinum Ballerine Ring
Brand Cartier
Model 0.32ct Diamond Ballerine Ring
Product Type Ring
Seria...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Ballerine Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum Platinum F VS2 0.2
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Ballerine Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum Platinum F VS2 0.2
PRIMARY DETAILS
SKU: 112094
Listing Title: Cartier ...
Category
2010s Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier GIA Certified 0.90 Carats Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A classic and timeless engagement ring style made and Signed by Cartier at 1895 showcasing a 0.90 carats round brilliant diamond, set in a traditional solitaire four prong basket set...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
Cartier Solitaire 1895 Classic Pavé Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum 1.69ctw GIA
By Cartier
Located in Greensboro, NC
Cartier Solitaire 1895 Classic Pavé Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum 1.69ctw GIA
Stone Information:
Natural Diamond
Carat: 1.19ct
Cut: Round Brilliant
Color: E
Clarity: VVS2
Certifi...
Category
20th Century Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Ballerine Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum F VVS2 0.35 CT
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Ballerine Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum F VVS2 0.35 CT
PRIMARY DETAILS
SKU: 124315
Listing Title: Cartier Ball...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1.32 carat GIA Certified Round Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An elegant piece from the house of Cartier, this timeless engagement ring exemplifies Cartier's sophistication and quality. This sleek platinum solitaire features a stunning 1.32 car...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Cartier Ballerine 1.03 Carat Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Cartier 'Ballerine' diamond ring set in platinum.
The piece prominently features a beautiful 1.03 carat round brilliant diamond. The diamond is four claw set to...
Category
2010s Unknown Modern Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Mimi Collection Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A timeless 18k yellow gold diamond ring by Cartier from the Mimi collection. The bombe style ring is set to the centre with an oval cut diamond in a bezel mount, weighing approximate...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Platinum Diamond Engagement Ring 1.51ct D/VVS2 GIA Certified
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A stunning platinum diamond engagement ring by Cartier. The solitaire ring features a round brilliant cut diamond set in a classic 4 prong mount weighing 1.51ct, D colour and VVS2 cl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Solitaire Emerald Cut Trinity Engagement Ring 1.03 Carat EVS2
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Retired Cartier Trinity Collection engagement ring. The ring is a size 7.5 (US), made of platinum and 18K yellow gold, and weighs 4.3 DWT (approx. 6.69 grams). It also has one emerald E...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cartier 1895 Solitaire Round Brilliant Cut Ring 1.54 Carat GIA Certified
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A stunning platinum Cartier diamond engagement ring from the 1895 solitaire collection. The ring comprises of a round brilliant cut diamond in a four claw setting with a weight of 1....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier "Destinee" GIA Certified 0.73 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier "Destinee" collection, GIA certified 0.73 carat full cut round brilliant diamond set in a Halo platinum mounting. Center .073 carat: F VVS1. Halo setting: 0.40 carat full cut...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 0.49 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This classic Cartier ring centers with a sparkling GIA certified round brilliant cut diamond that weighs 0.49ct. graded F color with VS2 clarity. The center diamond is accentuated by...
Category
20th Century Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Rose Gold Pave Diamond Wedding Love Ring CRB4085854
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
An 18k Rose gold Cartier diamond pave ring from the Love collection. The ring comprises of the iconic screw motifs displayed around the outer edges with 88 round brilliant cut diamon...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring, White Gold 18k .53ct GIA
By Cartier
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 3 3/4
Brand: Cartier
Metal Content: 18k White Gold
Stone Information
Natural Diamond
Carat: .53ct
Cut: Round Brilliant
Color: F
Clarity: VS1
Diameter: 5.2mm
GIA Report Numb...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier AGL Certified 4.99 Carat No-Heat Blue Sapphire Three-Stone Engagement
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A very rare blue sapphire ring made and signed by Cartier. Showcasing a 4.99 carat cushion cut blue sapphire. Flanking the center are two step-cut trapezoid diamonds weighing 1.02 ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Solitaire 1895 Diamond Ring 1.70ct G/VVS1 GIA Certified
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A beautiful platinum diamond ring from the Solitaire 1895 collection by Cartier. The ring is set to the centre with a 1.70ct round brilliant cut diamond, G colour and VVS1 in clarity...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
NALLY GIA Pink Color Heart Shape Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
NALLY 2.02ct Fancy Purple- Pink Diamond Ring. The diamond is set in a Cartier Mounting with 2 Tapered Baguette Cut Diamonds, with an approximately total carat weight of 0.25CT, stamp...
Category
2010s American Artist Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Pink Diamond, 18k Gold
Original 1920's Art Deco Cartier 5.15 Carat Round Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
***This spectacular heirloom from 1926 is fully in it's original prong setting and box***
Designer: Cartier
Era: 1920's
Style: Art Deco Engagement Ring
Metal: Platinum
...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Set Honeycomb Ring by Cartier, Paris, circa 1944
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Diamond set honeycomb ring by Cartier, Paris. Set with twenty one cushion shape old mine diamonds graduating from centre in open back rubover settings w...
Category
1940s French Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 4 Ct. Round Diamond Cocktail Ring, 18K Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier 4 ct. Round Diamond Cocktail Ring made in 18K Gold. The total weight is 29.54 grams. The ring size is US 5.50.
SKU: 509-AAEQJSJM
Category
20th Century Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Burmese Ruby and Diamond Ring, French, circa 1925
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Cartier cabochon Burmese ruby and diamond ring. Set with an oval cabochon natural unenhanced Burmese ruby in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 1.80 carats, further set with two square baguette cut diamonds in open back claw settings with a combined approximate weight of 1.20 carats, to a stylish three stone design, featuring curving corner claws, a structured openwork gallery and fancy open backholing, flanked by trumpeting split shoulders flowing through to a solid slim D-shape shank. Marked platinum, signed 'CARTIER', maker’s mark for Henri Picq...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Cartier Trinity de Cartier Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An 18k tri-colour gold diamond ring from the Trinity de Cartier collection. The ring is set to the centre with a 0.32ct round brilliant cut diamond, D colour and VVS2 in clarity. The...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 6.71 carat Cushion Brilliant Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite ring by Cartier that is a part of history! In the 1940s, Monture Cartier pieces were commissioned by clients who were already in possession of a spectacular stone worthy of a Cartier ring. This elegant platinum setting has a detailed open basket and ten tiny European cut round diamonds on the band, and is a beautiful example of Cartier's timeless craftsmanship. The ring features a stunning 6.71 carat cushion brilliant. The diamond is certified by GIA to be H color and VS2 clarity. The elongated cut...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond
GIA Certified 13.46 Carats Oval Cut Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Well crafted color rich three stone engagement ring showcasing a vibrant 13.46 carat oval cut yellow diamond certified by GIA as fancy intense yellow, VS1 clarity, set in a four pron...
Category
20th Century French Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Platinum Band Ring by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Firenze, IT
Signed Cartier, TV2700.Swiss convention marks. Ring size O. Cartier size 56. 6gms.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Platinum
Cartier 1.50 Carat D VS1 GIA Diamond Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic solitaire diamond engagement ring. This solitaire has been a Cartier classic since 1895. The elegance of the lines is unique, the refined and open setting allows the light of...
Category
Early 2000s French Modern Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Declaration D'Amour Princess Cut GIA Diamond Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brilliance Jewels, Miami
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Designer: Cartier
Collection: Declaration D'Amour
Style: Solitaire Ring
Metal: Platinum
Metal Purity: 950
Stones: 1 Princess Cut Diamond
GIA Report No.: 13686648
Total Carat Weight: 1.12 ct
Total Item Weight (grams): 5.6
Ring Size: 50 (euro) ; 5.5 (US)
Hallmark: Cartier 50...
Category
Early 2000s French Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 18 Karat White Gold, Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier White Gold, Ruby and Diamond ring centers one oval ruby approximately 3.34cts., and is flanked by 2 fancy-shaped diamonds approximately .40ct. and is a size 6 . This rin...
Category
1980s American Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cartier 1.01 Carat Diamond Platinum C de Cartier Solitaire Ring US 4
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
Brand: Cartier
Name: C de Cartier Solitaire
Material : 1P diamond (D1.01ct F-VS1), side diamond, Pt950 Platinum
Comes with: Cartier Case, Box, GIA Certificate (July 2004), Repair ce...
Category
Early 2000s French Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 3.27 carat Solitaire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier solitaire diamond engagement ring. Set to centre with a round old cut diamond, D colour, VVS2 clarity, with an approx...
Category
1950s French Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Paris Diamond Dress Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier Paris diamond dress ring. Set with eight round brilliant cut diamonds in open back platinum claw settings with an approximate combined we...
Category
1960s French Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier French Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Cartier French Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Ring. Featuring one cabochon cut sapphire weighing approximately 3.20 carats. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, signed Cartier, serial #2287 with French hallmarks. Circa 1970. The ring is a size 10 ¾ and may be resized.
About this Item: Embrace the epitome of luxury with our Cartier sapphire ring...
Category
1970s Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Double C Diamond 18k Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Cartier Double C Diamond 18k Gold Ring. Featuring 18 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 0.3...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18 Karat Tricolor Rolling Trinity Ring Size 8.5 #17087
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Cartier 18 Karat Tricolor Rolling Trinity Ring Size 8.5
This elegant three band ring by Cartier is crafted in beautifully detailed 18K yellow, white and rose gold.
Width:...
Category
20th Century Cartier Engagement Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Shop Antique, New and Vintage Engagement Rings on 1stDibs
Shopping for the right antique, new or vintage engagement ring can prove daunting. Whether you’re looking for that perfect Art Deco engagement ring, an antique Edwardian period engagement ring or a fashionable contemporary alternative, it’s important to choose a style that speaks to you.
Rings have long been signifiers of marriage and committed relationships. The modern diamond engagement ring can be traced back to 1477, when Archduke Maximilian of Austria commissioned an expensive diamond ring for his betrothed. Diamond rings subsequently became extremely popular among the European aristocracy. Later, during the Victorian era, the popularity of diamond engagement rings had filtered down to the middle class, owing to the increasing accessibility — and affordability — of gold and diamonds.
Authentic antique Victorian-era engagement rings were frequently set in rose or yellow gold and they are highly collectible. Designs for Victorian engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal. Diamonds were likely to be small rose- or old-mine-cut (the ancestor of today’s cushion-cut) stones. The former are often associated with antique styles like Victorian or Georgian, as rose-cut diamonds are uncommon in modern jewelry. The diamonds were typically set in a group of five in a band or as a solitaire.
Victorian-era engagement rings also saw other gemstones accompanying diamonds. Small seed pearls and moonstones were popular. Other sentimental and romantic motifs such as hearts and stars took hold as well. When Prince Albert became engaged to Queen Victoria, he gave her a serpent ring with emerald eyes, her birthstone. This initiated a widespread craze for snake jewelry.
In 1886, esteemed American luxury firm Tiffany & Co. introduced its solitaire diamond design, which is still among the most popular styles of engagement rings. The Tiffany Setting raises the stone above the band on six prongs, allowing its facets to catch the light and reflect through the stone.
French jewelry house Cartier, which pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry and helped define Art Deco, sought to render the diamonds in their engagement rings and other rings as brilliantly as possible. The brand’s timeless Solitaire 1895 engagement ring gave the impression of delicate lace.
Edwardian and, afterward, Art Deco engagement rings that followed in the wake of Queen Victoria’s death in 1901 would be characterized by complex geometric designs and platinum settings. Owing to the Art Nouveau movement, nature was a major theme for Edwardian jewelry, while the diamond ring designs of the Art Deco period were inspired by Cubism as well as ancient Egypt. Art Deco engagement rings are bold and colorful and feature gems cut in nontraditional ways.
Engagement rings designed during World War II were made from two-toned metals and smaller stones. Large stones were scarce, and platinum was reserved for the military. Postwar engagement rings were intended to be simpler and focused on the beauty of the diamond. In 1947, De Beers Consolidated Mines, with the support of Philadelphia ad agency N.W. Ayer & Son, introduced the slogan “A diamond is forever” in a marketing campaign that emphasized a connection between diamonds and romance. Diamond sales skyrocketed, and diamond engagement rings became intertwined with the post–World War II marriage boom, which coincided with the ascension of specific diamond cuts.
The round brilliant cut, which consists of an astounding 58 facets, continues to be the most popular cut to this day. Jewelers such as Harry Winston had already gained a reputation for his talents by the time the De Beers campaign debuted, and he is said to have favored emerald-cut diamonds.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Cartier does indeed use real diamonds for its rings. Cartier chooses only gems with little or no fluorescence, and sources most of its diamonds from RJC-certified companies. Shop a collection of expertly vetted Cartier jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Cartier does custom engagement rings through their Set for You program. To take advantage of this service, visit a Cartier boutique. As of December 2021, the service is not available online. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Cartier rings.
- What is the Cartier symbol?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Today, the Cartier symbol, or logo, is the luxury house's name written in a clean serif font that mimics cursive handwriting. Typically, the logo is either black on white or white on a black background. Its refined and understated appearance references the high standards that have long been associated with this celebrated brand.
- Why Cartier is so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021One of the reasons Cartier is so expensive is because, since its inception in 1847, the brand has had a massive celebrity fan base that spans royals, movie stars, singers and socialites. The brand also uses the highest quality metals and gems in their pieces, rendering them expensive to produce. Lastly, most Cartier pieces are easy to identify, making brand recognition a key factor in the brand's exclusivity.
- What is Cartier Vermeil?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cartier Vermeil means a timepiece made by the French luxury jewelry house of Cartier out of a material called vermeil. It is a precious metal produced by combining genuine gold and silver. Shop a variety of Cartier Vermeil watches on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier Vendôme?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The meaning of Cartier Vendôme varies. Most often, the term describes a line of watches made by the French luxury jewelry house. However, the company has also produced sunglasses and wedding jewelry with the style name Cartier Vendôme. Shop a variety of Cartier Vendôme watches on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier famous for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cartier is famous for producing jewelry and watches out of rare and luxury-grade materials and creating innovative designs, often packed with symbolism. Some of the jeweler's most famous pieces include the modern Love and Trinity bracelets and its custom-made antique and vintage jewelry like the Crocodile and Patiala necklaces. Find a range of Cartier jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023There are at least a few things that make Cartier so special. Cartier is one of the most well-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world. The French luxury brand has helped to define style trends. Cartier made one of the first modern wristwatches for men� the Santos de Cartier� and its panth�re motif and Love bracelet are internationally renowned. Every piece produced by Cartier is also carefully crafted out of high-quality materials. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Cartier pieces.
- Why is Cartier so popular?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024There are a few reasons why Cartier is so popular. For one thing, the French luxury house is known for its very long history of unparalleled prestige and quality craftsmanship. Cartier has been producing extraordinary jewelry, watches and accessories since 1847. While jewelry lovers have long been enthusiastic about Cartier’s elegant and streamlined designs for bracelets, rings, necklaces and other pieces, the brand is also known for innovation. It pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry, and its artisans were so mindful of trends in fashion that the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Later, Cartier’s Art Deco-era pieces would help define the movement with which they are associated. One of the brand’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch, one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. Today’s influencers continue to help popularize the brand, increasing the demand for certain pieces like Cartier buffalo horn sunglasses and the Cartier Love bracelet, an icon of modernist jewelry. Find a wide range of Cartier watches, jewelry and eyewear on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The original Cartier Tank watch, which was emblematic of a stark departure from the renowned jewelry house’s curved and round watch faces in that its case resembled the FT-17’s cockpit, served as a sleek update to the Santos watch. Crafted in 1917, one year before the Great War came to a close, Cartier’s Tank watch reportedly borrowed its clean, sharp lines and boxy silhouette from France’s legendary Renault FT-17 light tank, itself a compact and extraordinary design that inspired numerous copies. When the Tank watch went to market, Cartier offered a limited run in Paris. After those quickly sold, it was given a name, the Tank Normale. The timepiece took off in popularity, but only slightly more than 30 were made in 1920 and annual production has been slow over the years since then. Find Cartier Tank watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023On Cartier jewelry, a 750 stamp means that a piece is 75% gold metal. You will find the stamp on the 18-karat gold pieces made by Cartier, such as the Love bracelet. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Cartier jewelry from some of the worlds top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023To authenticate a Cartier lighter, locate the serial number. Then, contact Cartier’s customer service team to assess whether it is a genuine serial number and whether the product type and style match your piece. Check the official Cartier website for current contact information. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Cartier lighters.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether a Cartier watch is bigger than a Rolex watch depends on the particular timepiece. Cartier offers watches in sizes ranging from 28 millimeters for women to 44 millimeters for men. Rolex's smallest women's watch is bigger than Cartier's at 31 millimeters, but the watchmaker's largest men's watch is only 43 millimeters. Find a variety of Rolex and Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- What are Cartier glasses called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Cartier glasses are called by a variety of nicknames. These include 'Ye's, Sticks, Carties and Cardisa. Many people refer to Cartier sunglasses and eyeglasses fashioned out of buffalo horn as Buffs. Explore a wide variety of Cartier glasses from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Which Cartier watch is the most iconic is open to debate. One of the French luxury brand's most influential watches is the Cartier Tank, which debuted in 1917. A women's watch, the Cartier Panthere is another of the brand's legendary designs. It was introduced in 1914, and its original design drew inspiration from a painting of a panther by artist George Barbier. Shop a large collection of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023What a Cartier bracelet symbolizes varies from piece to piece. With its screw motif, the Love bracelet represents the enduring nature of true love, while the three types of gold featured in the Trinity bracelet stand for love, fidelity and friendship. Translating to "just a nail" in English, the Juste un Clou bracelet is sometimes associated with simplicity and modernity. Find a large collection of Cartier bracelets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023There are a couple of reasons why Cartier glasses are so special. First, the French luxury brand produces each pair with careful attention to detail and precise crafting techniques that make the eyewear stylish and durable. Cartier also uses fine-quality materials like buffalo horn, titanium, gold, leather, onyx and bubinga wood. Additionally, many Detroit rappers like Royce da 5'9", Tee Grizzley and Big Sean have sported Cartier sunglasses over the years, making the brand's eyewear synonymous with hip-hop culture. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier glasses.
- Is Cartier a luxury brand?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, Cartier is a luxury brand. 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. Cartier uses only fine materials and carefully crafts pieces to ensure quality. The jewelry, watches, eyewear, bags and other accessories produced by Cartier are also sold at aspirational price points that meet the definition of luxury. Find a wide variety of Cartier pieces on 1stDibs.
- Are Cartier diamonds real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, Cartier diamonds are real. The French luxury jewelry maker follows stringent standards when selecting the diamonds that go into its pieces. For example, the central brilliant cut diamonds in Cartier rings that are over 0.3 carats in weight must be classified as Very Good or Excellent to be used by the brand, and Cartier rarely chooses diamonds with clarity ratings below VS2 or color ratings below H. Shop a selection of Cartier diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023The Cartier Tank is so popular for several reasons. Many people like its unique shape, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I. Others appreciate its long history since it was released in 1918. Over the years, some models have featured details that further appeal to collectors. For example, the Tank Divan is notable for its striking rectangular case that is situated horizontally. The Roman numerals on its watch face are elongated, stretching to fit its unusual proportions. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Cartier Tank watches.
- What is Pasha de Cartier?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Pasha de Cartier is a watch introduced by the French luxury jewelry house of Cartier in 1985. Today, the watch features an automatic movement and is available with various leather and bracelet bands. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Pasha de Cartier watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023While the Panthère de Cartier watch collection was initially launched in 1983, Cartier included panther spots (and only the spots) in diamonds and onyx on at least one women’s watch in 1914 and another in 1915. These creations were conceived by the Cartier designer Charles Jacqueau. The cat’s major breakthrough came in 1949, with a brooch on which Jeanne Toussaint worked hand in glove with designer Peter Lemarchand. The luxury jewelry house now offers dozens of versions of the Panthère de Cartier timepiece, including double- and triple-wrap bracelets, a series of cuffs and a diamond-encrusted panther spot version. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier pieces from some of the world's top sellers.