Transgressive may not be the first word that comes to mind when you think of Cartier's Love ring, but when the collection was designed in 1969, it was immediately understood as radical and provocative.
With respect to traditions at the acclaimed French luxury jewelry house, Cartier had a policy that mandated the anonymity of its designers, so the names of its in-house artisans weren’t known outside the firm. The brand’s much-publicized emergence of Italian jeweler Aldo Cipullo (1935–84), who created the Love bracelet not at the brand’s headquarters in Paris, but in its New York City workshop, was indicative that change had come.
And, of course, there’s the Love bracelet itself: Modeled after a medieval chastity belt, Cipullo designed the cuff in two halves to be locked or unlocked with “a special vermeil screwdriver” — according to Cartier’s print advertisements at the time — that one’s lover would keep on hand.
In its understated, unisex design, which simultaneously seemed to take aim at conventional ideas about fashion, sexuality, love and romance at once — particularly as city streets and college campuses of the era were engulfed in social unrest — the Love bracelet became an instant classic.
Following the immense success of the Love bracelet, Cartier went on to produce earrings, necklaces and, perhaps most obviously, rings. It’s long been reported that the Love collection is the brand’s most popular and largest series, as Cartier has since augmented the line with cufflinks and watches, too.
When the Love ring was introduced, it boasted little in the way of ornamentation, much like the bracelet that launched the line. (Subsequent variations of the bracelet were embellished with diamonds and sapphires.)
The ring was originally dotted with miniature faux screwheads that mirrored those of the groundbreaking modernist cuff before it — not only referencing the series’ playful signature characteristic but also prominently underscoring the theme of permanence that Cipullo had in mind when he conceived of the design.
Today, the Cartier love ring is available in a variety of models: from a simple 18-karat yellow-gold wedding band to an 18-karat pink-gold ring inlaid with six brilliant-cut diamonds. Every Cartier Love ring is stamped with its metal type, serial number and ring size.
Cartier 0.22ct Diamond Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
From Cartier comes this iconic ‘LOVE’ ring. Made in 18 carat white gold, the ring features three diamonds accompanied by the classic screw pattern. The diamonds total 0.22 carat and ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Half Diamond Love Ring Size 50 B4087500
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A lovely 18k rose gold ring from the Love collection, by Cartier. Set with 3 round brilliant cut diamonds in a rubover setting totalling 0.22ct, alternating between the iconic screw ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
CARTIER Mini Love ring in rose gold and diamonds
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
CARTIER Love mini ring in 18k rose gold and diamonds. Original price: €5,450. Condition: like new. Size: 50. Width: 2.6 mm. Diamond weight: 0.19 carats. Total weight: 1.92 g. Signed...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Signed Classic Model Platinum Love Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The iconic Cartier LOVE Ring is a timeless symbol of commitment and elegance. Expertly crafted in platinum, this ring features the Cartier makers mark, serial number and hallmarks, a...
Platinum
Cartier White Gold Diamond & Ceramic Love Ring Size 51 B4207600
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold diamond Love ring by Cartier. The ring features the iconic Cartier screws featuring a ceramic inlay and has 66 pave set,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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 Three Diamond Love Ring Set in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A classic three diamond Cartier Love ring set in 18k white gold. The ring is set in the iconic love design and instead of being stamped throughout with the nail motif is set with three additional round brilliant cut diamonds. These diamonds add a perfect amount of additional sparkle to the piece making the ring perfect for everyday wear. Due to the simplistic design it could easily be stacked amongst other pieces of jewelry or worn as a standalone piece. The ring is currently a Cartier size 48...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Platinum 5.5mm Love ring size 52
By Cartier
Located in Addlestone, GB
Cartier Platinum Iconic Love ring Circa 2003 Undeniably one of the most Iconic designs of the 70s. Cartier’s Screw motif has become a symbol of external Love. Signed Cartier Rin...
Platinum
Cartier Love Yellow gold 3 Diamond Love rong 61
By Cartier
Located in Addlestone, GB
Cartier 3 Diamond Yellow gold 3 Diamond Iconic Love ring Undeniably one of the most Iconic designs of the 70s. Cartier’s Screw motif has become a symbol of external Love. Signed ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond Love band ring
By Cartier
Located in Addlestone, GB
The Cartier iconic Love ring, the perfect gift for any occasion. Set in a 18ct White gold wide band, punctuated by The signature screw head motif, set with round brilliant cut diamon...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Love ring White gold 5.5mm model number B4084751
By Cartier
Located in Addlestone, GB
Cartier’s Iconic Love ring. A symbol of inspired Love, and a must have for a discerning jewellery buyer. Perfect Gift to open in that beautiful red iconic box. Signed Cartier: St...
White Gold
Cartier Love ring white gold Ceramic full diamond set ring
By Cartier
Located in Addlestone, GB
Pre-owned Cartier Love ring full diamond set Ceramic ring 18ct white gold, the band pave set throughout with round brilliant cut diamonds, punctuated by six screw motifs set with c...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier yellow gold full diamond set Love ring 4mm wide
By Cartier
Located in Addlestone, GB
Cartier diamond Love ring in 18ct yellow gold. The band diamond set throughout with 88 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of 0.31ct punctuated by screw motifs, Cartie...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier rose gold 3 Diamond Love ring 63
By Cartier
Located in Addlestone, GB
Cartier 3 Diamond Love ring rose gold Undeniably one of the most iconic designs of the 70s. Cartier’s screw motif has become a symbol of eternal Love. Signed Cartier Model Number...
Diamond, 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
