Cartier Vintage Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Signet Ring
View Similar Items
Cartier Vintage Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Signet Ring
About the Item
- Creator:
- Ring Size:6.5 US, Not Resizable
- Metal:
- Stone:
- Stone Cut:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1970
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Beverly Hills, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: NS UJOO-10211stDibs: LU6913631142
Cartier
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.
- Vintage A. Clunn Lapis Lazuli 18k Yellow Gold Earrings Enamel DiamondBy Andrew ClunnLocated in Beverly Hills, CAColorful and prominent clip-on earrings created by Andrew Clunn in the 1980's. They feature carved lapis lazuli framed in white enamel and accentuated with diamonds on the sides. Bea...Category
Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings
MaterialsLapis Lazuli, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ring Lapis Lazuli 18k Gold Estate JewelryBy Van Cleef & ArpelsLocated in Beverly Hills, CAElegant and chic cocktail ring created by Van Cleef & Arpels in France in the 1970s. Made of 18 karat yellow gold and lapis lazuli and accented with round brilliant cut diamonds (F ...Category
Vintage 1970s French Cocktail Rings
MaterialsWhite Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Maramenos & Pateras Yellow Gold Necklace Earrings Set Lapis LazuliLocated in Beverly Hills, CAFabulous lapis lazuli and 18 karat yellow gold set consisting of a necklace and a pair of earrings created by Maramenos & Pateras in Greece in the 1980s. Chic and wearable, the set ...Category
Vintage 1980s Greek Etruscan Revival Clip-on Earrings
MaterialsLapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
- Lapis Lazuli Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Pin Brooch Clip EuropeanLocated in Beverly Hills, CAFabulous Victorian pin, created in Europe on the turn of the 19th century. Well proportioned and wearable, the brooch is a great addition to your jewelry collection. Made of 15 kara...Category
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Brooches
MaterialsLapis Lazuli, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Vintage Bulgari Ancient Coin Gold RingBy BulgariLocated in Beverly Hills, CAA vintage Bulgari 18k gold ring features Ancient coin. The coin is bronze, Greek, and dated 5th century B.C. It's bezel set in the ribbed gold shank. The ring belongs to the classic Bulgari Monete collection and carries pure, minimalistic lines. Due to the size and measurements, can be a perfect pinky ring. The Bulgari coin ring...Category
1990s Signet Rings
Materials18k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Vintage Aldo Cipullo Necklace 18k Gold Chrysoprase Lapis Lazuli Estate JewelryBy Aldo CipulloLocated in Beverly Hills, CAA stunning vintage Cipullo chrysoprase, lapis lazuli and 18 karat yellow gold necklace. It comprises of round chrysoprase links connected by gold and lapis lazuli elements. The chrysoprase links come in graduated size, smaller on top and larger in the middle of this vintage necklace. The gold and lapis lazuli elements designed in an intricate way that is Cipullo’s signature style. The lapis lazuli pyramids set in the gold squares holding two links together with a gold loop. The gemstone colors perfectly underline each other. Deepness of lapis lazuli blue combined with the brightness of yellow gold makes chrysoprase green pop. This vintage Cipullo necklace is one of the greatest examples of vintage jewelry workmanship and genius of Aldo Cipullo jewelry designs. This vintage necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold, chrysoprase and lapis lazuli. The necklace measures 21 ½” x 1 ½” (54 x 3.7 cm) and weighs 172.6 grams. The chrysoprase links diameter graduates from 1 7/16" down to ¾”. Stamped with Aldo Cipullo maker's mark and hallmark for 18 karat gold. About the Brand: Aldo Cipullo is mostly known as a creator of the famous Cartier Love bracelet. However, he designed several iconic pieces, and his talent was appreciated by David Webb and Tiffany & Co. His father was a costume jewelry maker, and Aldo worked as an apprentice at one of his workshops. But Cipullo’s ambition went further than Italy where he was born. After he turned 23, he moved to New York to study at The School of Visual Arts. In 1969 Aldo Cipullo started to work for Cartier, and his glorious journey began. Very soon after Cipullo came up with the idea of Cartier Love bracelet. The new design made a big splash in the jewelry world. It was a completely new perspective of the classic look. There is a story behind creating Love bracelet. It says Cipullo was heartbroken at that time after a failed love affair. He wanted to lock in his memories as it was all he had left. Being fascinated by industrial features of New York City and all things hardware, he drew his first draft of the bracelet. Another emblematic piece by Cipullo called Juste en Clou (Just a Nail) came up in 1971. The minimalist, wrapped around nail-looking gold bracelet was a great success. Today the yellow gold, rose gold and white gold Cartier Nail bracelet...Category
Vintage 1970s American Link Necklaces
MaterialsChrysophrase, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Vintage 18K Gold Lapis Lazuli Signet RingLocated in Henderson, NVCrafted in 18K yellow gold, the ring features a large rectangular shape lapis lazuli set within a gold bezel, supported by elaborately decorated tapering shoulders, completed by a 4....Category
Mid-20th Century Signet Rings
MaterialsLapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
- 1950s Vintage Lapis Lazuli Chiseled 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet RingLocated in Poitiers, FRRing in 18 karats yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. Lovely signet ring, it is closed set on its top with a flat cabochon lapis lazuli. The entire frame...Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Dome Rings
MaterialsLapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
- 1950s Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet RingLocated in Poitiers, FRRing in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. A lovely signet ring, it is set with a rectangular lapis lazuli on top. The start of the setting is chiselled on both sides of 4 li...Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Signet Rings
MaterialsLapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Vintage, Gents Signet Ring, Blue Lapis Lazuli in Bimetal 18K White & Yellow GoldLocated in London, GBGentleman must have, signet ring set with Lapis Lazuli in bimetal heavy 18 carat white and yellow gold. With Oval Lapis Lazuli surround by detailed rope twist border, stamped "CM 750...Category
Vintage 1980s British Retro Signet Rings
MaterialsLapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
- French Retro 1950s Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Signet RingLocated in Poitiers, FRRing in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. A sublime antique men's signet ring adorned with flat, matte, close-set lapis lazuli. On either side, the start of the ring is ador...Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Signet Rings
MaterialsLapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Chushev Demosthenes Lapis Lazuli Intaglio Gold Signet RingBy ChushevLocated in Canoga Park, CAThis exquisite intaglio is masterfully engraved onto rich lapis lazuli gemstone and features the Ancient Greek statesman and orator, Demosthenes. The stone is set in an 18K gold signet ring. Demosthenes led Athens in the effort to oppose the influence of Philip of Macedon. His speeches and leadership rallied the Athenians to defend their freedom and culture. To this day he is regarded as one of the most distinguished thinkers and speakers of his era. Production time for this piece is 7-9 weeks. Can be made in any size ranging from 6-12. Chavdar Chushev...Category
2010s Classical Greek Signet Rings
MaterialsLapis Lazuli, Gold
Recently Viewed
View AllRead More
How to Spot a Fake Cartier Love Bracelet
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
The 14 Most Iconic Watches for Women
Style, craft and heritage combine to make these designs undeniable classics.