If the robust locking mechanism and miniature screw heads that characterized the Cartier Love bracelet when it first appeared conjured crude, medieval hardware, there’s a good reason. When Italian-born American jewelry designer Aldo Cipullo created the company’s signature bangle, he was inspired by chastity belts. Cipullo believed that the bond and commitment embodied in love deserved their own distinctive symbol.
When he designed the Love bracelet, in 1969, Cipullo (1935–84) hadn't been working long for Cartier, where he was hired only a decade after arriving in the United States. In fact, it was his first piece for the internationally acclaimed French jewelry house, which already counted numerous celebrities among its loyal clientele and had attracted legions of admirers for its brooches and Santos de Cartier wristwatch.
The son of a well-known costume jewelry manufacturer, Cipullo developed an appreciation for design in his youth and gained firsthand experience with manufacturing jewelry during an apprenticeship at his father’s factory in Florence. After arriving in New York City, in 1959, he studied at the School of Visual Arts in Manhattan, then worked for Tiffany & Co. and David Webb, honing his talent for crafting rich and innovative designs before finally landing at Cartier.
As for the history of the Cartier Love bracelet, its launch created a frenzy, stoked by media buzz and a publicity campaign involving marquee-name couples like Nancy and Frank Sinatra, who happily accepted prototypes of the piece. It wasn’t just the bracelet’s look that generated conversation.
The yellow-gold band, rimmed in mock flathead screws, was intended to be worn all day and all night by both men and women and not matched to specific attire. These attributes were certainly audacious for luxury jewelry of the era, but Cipullo’s now-instantly recognizable piece was also endowed with narrative.
Although it’s since been updated to lock and unlock on its own, the original Love bracelet came with a gold-vermeil screwdriver. One lover wore Cipullo’s striking cuff, while the other carried the tool to open and close it. By design, Cartier’s Love bracelet is a physical representation of love’s promise — a clean and elegant symbol, wearable by anyone.
Cartier Love Bracelet Brushed Classic Model 18K White Gold Size 20
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love bracelet crafted in 18k white gold. Brushed, classic model. This bracelet is a statement of luxury and class. New style screw system. Width: 6.1mm. Size 20. Excellent pr...
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Love Bracelet Rose Gold Half Diamond Size 16 B6036016
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
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Cartier White Gold Full Diamond Love Bracelet Size 16 B6040716
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
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Cartier Rose Gold Plain Love Bracelet Size 16 B6035616
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
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Cartier Love All Diamond and Ceramic White Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond "LOVE" Bangle Bracelet by Cartier. SIZE 18. This bracelet comes with Cartier box & service paper from Cartier store in NYC. Retail Price: $49,800 plus tax. Wi...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Full Diamond Love Bracelet Size 16 B6040616
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
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Cartier Rose Gold Full Diamond Love Bracelet Size 16 B6040616
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
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Cartier Rose Gold Half Diamond Love Bracelet Size 16 B6036016
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An iconic 18k rose gold half diamond Cartier bracelet from the Love collection. The iconic screw motif alternates with 4 round brilliant cut diamonds throughout the centre of the ban...
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Love Bracelet Full Diamond 10PD Rose Gold 16 2019
By Cartier
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Introducing the exquisite Cartier Love Bracelet, a timeless piece that embodies elegance and sophistication. Crafted from 18k pink gold (750PG), this stunning bracelet features a ful...
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Cartier Love Bracelet 18k White Gold Classic Model Size 16 - Bracelet Only
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier Love Bracelet 18 Karat Size 16 In Stock Discover timeless elegance with the Cartier Love Bracelet in 18-karat white gold, available in size 16. This iconic piece embodies lu...
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Cartier Yellow Gold Half Diamond Love Bracelet Size 16 B6035916
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
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Cartier Yellow Gold Full Diamond Love Bracelet Size 21 B6040521
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
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Cartier Rose Gold Half Diamond Love Bracelet Size 16 B6036016
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
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Cartier LOVE 18k White Gold Classic Model 10 Diamond Size 18 Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier LOVE 18k White Gold Classic Model 10 Diamond Size 18 Bangle Bracelet Designer: Cartier Collection: LOVE Style: 10 Diamond Bracelet Material: 18k White Gold Diamond Detai...
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Cartier Love Bracelet 0.42ct 4 Brilliant-Cut Diamonds Classic Model Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
The LOVE collection began with the iconic bracelet created in New York in 1969. An expression of Cartier's design vision, this oval bracelet can be identified by its radical, innovat...
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Cartier LOVE 18k White Gold Classic Model Size 20 Bangle Bracelet In Stock
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier LOVE 18k White Gold Size 20 Bangle Bracelet Designer: Cartier Collection: LOVE Style: Classic Model Bracelet Material: 18k White Gold Bracelet Size: 20 Closure: Old Sty...
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Cartier Love Bracelet 10 Diamonds Classic Model 18K White Gold Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
The LOVE collection began with the iconic bracelet created in New York in 1969. An expression of Cartier's design vision, this oval bracelet can be identified by its radical, innovat...
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Cartier Love Bracelet Classic Model 4 Diamonds 18K Rose Gold with Screwdriver
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
The LOVE collection began with the iconic bracelet created in New York in 1969. An expression of Cartier's design vision, this oval bracelet can be identified by its radical, innovat...
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Cartier Love Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat Rose Gold with Sapphire Gemstone Size 17
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Cartier's Love bracelet is a modern symbol of luxury and a way to lock in one's love. Designed in an oval shape to comfortably sit around your wrist, the iconic love handcuff is laid...
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Cartier Love 10 Diamond 18K Rose Gold Small Model Bracelet Size 17
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301219 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2018 RRP £ 9,100 incl. VAT/€10,300 Excl. Taxes / $9,500 Excl. Taxes Model B6047917 Serial Number FT**** Size 17 Metal 18k ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold 0.42 carats 4 Brilliant Cut Diamonds Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
LOVE bracelet, 18K white gold (750/1000), set with 4 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.42 carats. Comes with a screwdriver. Width: 6.1 mm. Created in New York in 1969, the LOVE brace...
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Cartier 18ct White Gold Love Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct White Gold Love Bangle Product Details Xupes Ref: J1641 Brand: Cartier Model: Love Bangle Type: Bracelet Serial Number: E***** RRP: £7,550 Accompanied By: Cartier Box, ...
White Gold
Cartier Love Bracelet Classic Model With Two Functional Screws 18K Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
The LOVE collection began with the iconic bracelet created in New York in 1969. An expression of Cartier's design vision, this oval bracelet can be identified by its radical, innovat...
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Cartier Love Bracelet 0.42 Carats 18K White Gold 4 Brilliant Cut Diamonds Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
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Cartier Love Bracelet Classic Model Two Functional Screws 18K Rose Gold Size 17
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
The LOVE collection began with the iconic bracelet created in New York in 1969. An expression of Cartier's design vision, this oval bracelet can be identified by its radical, innovat...
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Cartier Love Bracelet Classic Model Two Functional Screws 18K Rose Gold Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
The LOVE collection began with the iconic bracelet created in New York in 1969. An expression of Cartier's design vision, this oval bracelet can be identified by its radical, innovat...
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Cartier 18ct Rose Gold Love Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct Rose Gold Love Bangle Product Details Xupes Ref: J1538 Brand: Cartier Model: Love Bangle Type: Bracelet Serial Number: T****** RRP: £7,050 Accompanied By: Cartier Pouch...
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Cartier 18ct White Gold Love Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct White Gold Love Bangle Product Details Xupes Ref: J1603 Brand: Cartier Model: Love Bangle Type: Bracelet Serial Number: E***** RRP: £7,550 Accompanied By: Cartier Box, ...
White Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Half Diamond Love Bracelet Size 17 B6036017
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An iconic 18k rose gold half diamond Cartier bracelet from the Love collection. The iconic screw motif alternates with 4 round brilliant cut diamonds on the outer edge of the bracele...
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18K Yellow Gold Love Bracelet Open Cuff Size 19 by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
One of the timeless designs from Cartier that is beloved by many, the Love Bracelet was originally designed by Aldo Cipullo in 1969. The subtle motif of screw heads on the band is in...
Gold
Cartier Classic Love Bracelet in Rose Gold Size 17 with Box & Papers B6067417
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This Cartier Love Bracelet is a stunning piece of jewellery crafted from rose gold. The bracelet features an oval shape with a screw closure and is hallmarked. The item has a rose go...
Rose Gold
Cartier White Gold Pave Diamond & Ceramic Love Bracelet Size 21 N6032421
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold diamond and ceramic bracelet by Cartier from the Love collection. The bracelet has black ceramic set to the iconic screw motifs around the outer edge with 204 round...
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Cartier Yellow Gold Half Diamond Love Bracelet Size 19 B6035919
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold Cartier half diamond bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet comprises of screw motifs alternating with four round brilliant cut diamonds in a rubover sett...
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Cartier Yellow Gold Half Diamond Love Bracelet Size 16 B6035916
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
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Cartier Rose Gold Full Diamond Love Bracelet Size 19 B6040619
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An iconic 18k rose gold full diamond bracelet by Cartier from the Love Collection. The bracelet is set with 10 round brilliant cut diamonds circulating the outer edge throughout tota...
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Cartier Rose Gold Plain Love Bracelet Size 21 B6035621
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k rose gold bracelet by Cartier from the Love collection. The bracelet comprises of the screw motifs around the outer edge. The bracelet is a size 21 and features the new style ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier White Gold Full Diamond Love Bracelet Size 16 B6040716
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold full diamond Cartier bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet is set with 10 round brilliant cut diamonds circulating the outer edge throughout in a rubover ...
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Cartier Rose Gold Half Diamond Love Bracelet Size 18 B6036018
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k rose gold Cartier half diamond bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet comprises of screw motifs alternating with four round brilliant cut diamonds in a rubover settin...
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Cartier White Gold Half Diamond Love Bracelet Size 16 B6035816
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A iconic 18k white gold Cartier diamond bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet comprises of the iconic screw motifs alternating with round brilliant cut diamonds. There are ...
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Cartier Rose Gold Plain Cuff Love Bracelet Size 16 B6032616
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An iconic 18k rose gold Cartier bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet comes in a cuff style and features the traditional screw motif design which is displayed around the ou...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Love Bracelet Rose Gold Half Diamond Size 16 B6036016
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An iconic 18k rose gold half diamond Cartier bracelet from the Love collection. The iconic screw motifs alternate with 4 round brilliant cut diamonds in a rubover setting throughout ...
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Cartier White Gold Half Diamond Love Bracelet Size 16 B6035816
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning 18k white gold Cartier diamond bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet comprises of the iconic screw motifs alternating with round brilliant cut diamonds. There ar...
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Cartier Yellow Gold Full Diamond Love Bracelet Size 16 B6040516
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An iconic 18k yellow gold full diamond bracelet by Cartier from the Love collection. The bracelet is set with 10 round brilliant cut diamonds in a rubover setting circulating the out...
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Cartier Rose Gold Plain Love Bracelet Size 16 B6035616
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A signature 18k rose gold Cartier plain bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet has the iconic screw motif displayed around the outer side of the bangle and has the old style...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier White Gold Full Diamond Love Bracelet Size 16 B6040716
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An iconic 18k white gold full diamond Cartier bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet is set with 10 round brilliant cut diamonds circulating the outer edge throughout in a r...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier White Gold Full Diamond Love Bracelet Size 17 B6040717
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold full diamond Cartier bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet is set with 10 round brilliant cut diamonds circulating the outer edge throughout in a rubover ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier White Gold Half Diamond Love Bracelet Size 16 B6035816
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A signature 18k white gold half diamond bracelet from the Love collection by Cartier. The bracelet has the iconic screw motif displayed around the outer side of the edge, interspers...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier White Gold Full Diamond Love Bracelet Size 17 B6040717
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold full diamond Cartier bracelet from the Love collection. The bracelet is set with 10 round brilliant cut diamonds circulating the outer edge throughout in a rubover ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 10 Diamond Love Bangle
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
From the designer Cartier comes this iconic bangle from their ‘Love’ collection. Crafted in 18 carat white gold, this classic model features ten diamonds, each bezel set. Totalling 0...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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