Vintage Monture Cartier Marquise Diamond Cluster Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Condition: Used (Excellent) - Professionally polished to appear brand new Weight: 7.3 grams Ring Size: M (52) - Resizable Face Dimensions: 14mm x 14mm Marquise Diamond: Approx. 2.0 C...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Marquise 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, London
SETTING SPECIFICATIONS Gold Purity: 18K Yellow Gold 750 Weight: 9.7 grams Size: M Hallmarks: 750, 5A, CARTIER STONE SPECIFICATIONS Carat Weight: 5.00 Carat Shape: Marquise & Round ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
CARTIER Vintage Platinum Diamond Pyramid Ring
By Cartier
Located in Narberth, PA
The ring is accompanied by an authentic Cartier ring box.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Marquise Cut Diamond Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A unique 18k yellow gold diamond Cartier ring. The ring comprises of a marquise cut diamond in a rubover setting with a total weight of approximately 0.35ct, predominantly G colour a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A sparkly 18k yellow gold Cartier diamond engagement ring. The ring comprises of a marquise cut diamond in a 2 claw settings with a total weight of approximately 0.75ct, G colour and...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Marquise Diamond 18 Karat Tricolor Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Cartier diamond and 18k tricolor ring. Featuring an approximately 0.50 carat marquise cut diamond, graded D-E color, VVS clarity.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier GIA Certified D Color 2.32 Carat Marquise Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Aspen, CO
Accompanied by a certificate from the Gemological Institute of America stating that the 2.32 ct. marquis diamond is D (colorless) and VVS2 (very very slightly included to the second ...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier GIA 3.15 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow VVS2 Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier platinum engagement ring, set with a center GIA certified 3.15ct Fancy Vivid Yellow/VVS2 marquise cut diamond, with two approx. 0.70ct old mine cut diamonds on sides, and sma...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier GIA 3.15 Carat Fancy Vivid Yellow VVS2 Marquise Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier platinum engagement ring, set with a center GIA certified 3.15ct Fancy Vivid Yellow/VVS2 marquise cut diamond, with two approx. 0.70ct old mine cut diamonds on sides, and sma...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Cartier 18k Gold Diamond Marquise Cluster Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Cartier marquise cluster ring, crafted in 18k yellow gold, features a bold pave diamond design.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Monture GIA Certified 7.48 Carat Type IIa Marquise Cut Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
From the House of Cartier, this spectacular Monture Cartier ring, crafted in platinum, showcases a GIA certified Internally Flawless D color, Type IIa marquise cut diamond weighing 7...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 18 Karat Gold, Round Brilliant Cut Diamond and Marquise Cut Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold, Round Brilliant Cut Diamond & Marquis Diamond Engagement Ring Circa 1980s w/Papers Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible de...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Cartier 2.10 Carat Marquise & Pave Cut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Cartier Marquise Cut Natural Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Cluster Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Toi-et-moi Marquise Sapphire and Diamond Crossover Ring in Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Cartier toi-et-moi sapphire and diamond crossover ring set in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold 9.00 Carat Diamond Cluster Marquise Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
This Cartier ring is crafted from 18K yellow gold and weighs 11.1 grams, boasting band thickness of 4 mm and top height of 10 mm, while top dimensions measure 30 by 22 mm. The ring i...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Articulated Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A sparkly 18k white gold Cartier articulated diamond ring. The ring comprises of marquise articulated motifs in different sizes with a total of 33 round brilliant cut diamonds set in...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round and 2 Marquise Diamonds Bypass Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
The alluring radiance of luxurious 18K yellow gold and the scintillating resplendence of diamond stones create a stunningly prestigious effect in this magnificent ring from Cartier t...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Massai Panthère de Cartier Ring Size 51
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2092 Comes With Box Only RRP £6700 incl. VAT/$8300/ €7600 incl. VAT Model B4085952 Serial Number WJ**** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Tsavorite Weight 14.7 g Ring Size 51 (UK: ...
Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Platinum Pink Sapphire Meli Melo Ring
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A pretty pink sapphire and diamond ring in platinum from the Cartier Meli Melo collection.
Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Platinum Pink Sapphire Meli Melo Ring
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A pretty pink sapphire and diamond ring in platinum from the Cartier Meli Melo collection.
Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage Cartier Diamond Navette Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This pretty ring is made in 18kt yellow gold. It is set with a navette cut diamond in the centre weighing around 0.10c. It is also adorned with 12 round brilliant diamonds. It is sig...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Massai Panthère Ring Size V 1/2 (64)
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful ring from the world renowned jewellery house of Cartier. This piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold into the shape of panther with tsavorite set eyes ...
Onyx, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Lakarda Panther Ring in 18Kt White Gold with Emeralds and Jade
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Lakarda panther ring designed by Cartier. Beautiful and exotic ring, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier.
Emerald, Jade, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Estate 18 Karat Marquise Round Diamond 0.20 Carat Earrings AK2B1781
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18K White Gold Diamond 0.20cttw Earrings Estate 18k Marquise Diamond Drop Earrings Estate Cartier diamond drop earrings. Polished 18-karat white gold hardware. Diamond pavé...
Cartier Marquise Diamond Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Napoli, NA
A unique 18k yellow gold diamond Cartier ring. The ring comprises of a marquise cut diamond in a rubover setting with a total weight of approximately 0.40 ct., G color and VvS clarity.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier 1.25 Carat Marquise Diamond Vintage Ring
By Cartier
Located in MIAMI, FL
Cartier engagement ring crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier French Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Marquise Pave Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Brand: Cartier Paris Center Stone: Marquise Cut Diamond Weight: Approximately .40 Carat Color: F Clarity: VS Accent Stone: 58 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Weight: Approximately .50 ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Marquise 1.25 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Leading up to the stunning central marquise diamond weighing 0.60 carats, lustrous smaller diamonds totaling 1.25 carats are arranged neatly upon the fabulously radiant 18K yellow go...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier GIA Certified Type IIA 4.06 Carat D VS1 Marquise Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This breathtaking, antique ring from Cartier features a GIA certified, Type IIA 4.06 ct Marquise diamond of D color and VS1 clarity.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Marquise 1.25 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Leading up to the stunning central G-color diamond of VS quality weighing 0.60ct, lustrous smaller diamonds totaling 1.25 carats are arranged neatly upon the fabulously radiant 18K y...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Toi-Et-Moi Marquise Diamond Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Cartier toi-et-moi diamond crossover ring set in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Cartier 2 Carat Marquise & Pave Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ring 55
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Cartier Marquise Cut Natural Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Cluster Ring.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Marquise and Round Diamond Yellow Gold Bypass Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
A sight of classic luxury and delightful femininity, this fabulous ring from Cartier boasts a gracefully slender body made of enchanting 18K yellow gold adorned with stunning F-color...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Panthère De Cartier Peridot Onyx Lacquer Yellow Gold Ring. Sz 53
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Panthère de Cartier ring features a chic and fierce panther design crafted in 18k yellow gold with black lacquer spots, faceted peridot eyes and a black onyx nose. Made...
Onyx, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 3.15 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Paris, IDF
An 18kt yellow gold Cartier ring, centered with a 3.15 carats marquise shaped diamond, E colour, VVS 2 clarity, shouldered with baguette cut diamonds.
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Marquise-Shaped Diamond Dome Ring
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pave diamond dome ring, centering on a single very fine colorless marquise-shaped diamond weighing approximately 0.50 carats, mounted in 18k white gold, numbered 845962, signed Carti...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Exquisite Art Deco Cartier 3.98 Carat Marquise Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in San Francisco, CA
(about the length of a regular cut 7.00 carat marquise) is presented in an elegantly understated platinum and diamond mounting - circa 1920s-1930s - by none other than Cartier.
Diamond, Platinum
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Panim Diamond Marquise & Briolette 18k White Gold Cluster Ring
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM Diamond Marquise & Briolette 18k White Gold Cluster Ring This Panim ring is truly a unique and elegant piece of jewelry featuring diamond briolettes and marquise shaped rosecu...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 3.10 Carat Old European and Triangular Diamond 18K WG Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer: CARTIER Title: Cartier 3.10 Carat Old European Cut I VVS2 and Triangular Shape G VS1 Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring Style: Engagement Metal: 18 Karat White Gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Baguette and Marquise Cut Diamond Navette Ring
Located in New York, NY
Crafted from luxurious 18k white gold, this stunning ring boasts a 6.25 size. Adorned with a sparkling 0.48 carat Marquise Cut diamond center and 0.95 carats of diamond accents, this...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chaumet Diamond Cluster Ring, French, circa 1935
By Chaumet
Located in London, GB
Chaumet diamond cluster ring. Centrally set with a round old cut diamond, J colour, VS2 clarity, with an approximate weight of 1.19 carats in an open back claw setting, flanked by si...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 2.11 Carat GIA Diamond Cluster Ring, circa 1930
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 open back claw setting, framed by four rectan...
Diamond, Platinum
Mauboussin diamond cluster ring, French, circa 1940.
By Mauboussin
Located in London, GB
Mauboussin diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a round old cut diamond, J colour, VS1 clarity, with a weight of 4.01 carats in an open back claw setting, further adorned with tw...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Old Marquise Cut Diamond Cluster Ring in Platinum
Located in London, England
A beautiful old cut marquise cluster ring set in platinum. The ring is predominately set with a highly unique and rare to find old cut marquise stone which is securely 6-claw set in...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Ring 14K White Gold Vintage Estate 2.20 TDW Marquise
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This beauty is finely crafted in solid 14K White gold (carefully tested and guaranteed). The center invisible diamond set has four marquise cut diamonds and two princess cut diamond...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mellerio Art Deco Diamond Cluster Ring, French, circa 1925
By Mellerio Paris
Located in London, GB
Mellerio Art Deco diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 1.40 carats, surrounded by a si...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage marquise diamond cluster ring, French, circa 1950.
Located in London, GB
Vintage marquise diamond cluster ring. Set to centre with a marquise shape old cut diamond, F colour, VS2 clarity, with a weight of 2.39 carats in an open back claw setting, encircle...
Victorian Diamond ring 14KT white gold marquise diamond ring
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Victorian style diamond ring, 1.65 carats total weight, diamonds are SI clarity, G color, center is SI2, H color. **All items leave our premises with a certificate in buyers name, c...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Cut Diamond Marquise Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Old Mine Cut Diamond Marquise Engagement Ring - GIA. This gorgeous antique old mine diamond and marquise engagement ring is crafted in platinum. T...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum
Antique 3.42 carat Diamond and Platinum Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning fine and impressive antique 3.42 carat diamond and platinum cluster style cocktail ring; part of our antique cluster engagement rings collection. his stunning, fine and i...
Diamond, Platinum
Monture Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Cluster Ring, French, circa 1981.
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Monture Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Cluster Ring. Set to centre with a round old cut diamond in an open back claw setting with an approximate weight of 0.80 carats, surrounded by ...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Platinum Asscher Cut Diamond Marquise Engagement Ring - GIA
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Platinum Asscher Cut Diamond Marquise Engagement Ring - GIA. This incredible antique Art Deco Asscher cut diamond marquise diamond engagement ring is craft...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 18k White Gold 2.0tcw Marquise Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless, this vintage 18k white gold ring features a stunning 2.00 total carat weight of diamonds, centered around a dazzling marquise-cut diamond. Flanked by complement...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpel’s Palmyre 5 row diamond necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Addlestone, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels’ High Jewelry creations from the Palmyre collection cascade with diamonds, evoking shimmering drops of water. Their delicate openwork design enhances the inter...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels by Andre Vassort Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow gold. The necklace weighs 139.17 grams. The dimensions of the brooch is 2.25"" x 1.75"" and t...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
3.90 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Santa Monica, CA
A romantic solitaire engagement ring with a 3.90 carat emerald cut diamond from the fine jewelry collection at Bracken Jewelers in Los Angeles, California. Set in an 18K yellow gold ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diana M. Spectacular 96ct Vintage Diamond Bracelet, Platinum All GIA DEF VVS
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diana M one-of-a-kind custom multi-shaped emerald, pear, marquis and round diamond bracelet, starting from 2 cts down set in prongs all GIA Certified DEF colors VVS-VS Clarity 96 cts...
Diamond, Platinum
1890s Victorian 14K 3.67 Ct Diamond Antique Ring Handmade American Size 6.25
Located in Santa Monica, CA
1890s Victorian 14K 3.67 Ct Diamond Antique Ring Handmade American Size 6.25 Size 6.25 4.1 gram Handmade, no damage, in good condition 9.8~9.4 mm wide by 5.4 mm deep Top Top ligh...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Enchant Double Diamond Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Lexington, KY
This gorgeous enchant double heart ring was made by the renowned Tiffany & Co. in platinum with diamond. The ring features over 100 bright white, sparkly, diamonds that are VS in...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Art Deco 1920s Cartier 27.40 Carat Diamond Openwork Link Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an Old European cut Diamond at the center weighing approximately 1.15 carat, 12 Old European cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 9.30 carat...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 1960's 1.22 CTW Oval Cut Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Unisex Signet Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval cut diamond weighing approximately 1.22 carats - F color with VS2 clarity Flush set with a sinuous oval-shaped face surround With rounded shoulders and profile Test...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 1950s Emerald Ruby Diamond 'Giardinetto' Brooch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Creator: Bulgari Metal: Platinum and 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 45.19 grams Period: 1950s A rare and exquisite vintage signed Bulgari 'Giardinetto' brooch from the 1950s, crafted in pl...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Collar Necklace, Circa 1930s, 52 Carats
Located in New York, NY
A stunning necklace from the Art Deco period, comprising of circular and baguette-cut diamonds, weighing a total of 52 carats. The diamonds are E-F-G color, VS clarity. Metal is pla...
Diamond, Platinum
GIA Certified 3.07 Carat Marquise Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Jae's Jewelers
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring Featuring A 3.07 Carat Marquise Cut Diamond, GIA Graded (Report #5222943923) As J Color and VS1 Clarity Set in a 14 Karat White Gold Head. Finger...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped, 3 Carat Heart-Shaped Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Heart Ring 18ct Gold Yellow Stamped Circa 2000 Maker Mark CJS This exquisite 18ct yellow gold ring showcases a beautiful heart-shaped design that is both romantic and el...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels, Platinum Double Clip Diamond Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This Van Cleef & Arpels double clip brooch from the 1950s epitomizes mid-century glamour. Crafted in platinum, it features graceful ribbon-like scrolls pavé-set with round brilli...
Diamond, Platinum
Diamond Necklace, Vintage 1950s – Convertible Tiara for Weddings & Collectors
Located in London, GB
This stunning vintage 1950s diamond necklace showcases exceptional craftsmanship in platinum, featuring meticulously set high-quality diamonds that radiate timeless elegance. Its ver...
Diamond, Platinum
Stunning 6.27ct Round Brilliant Diamond Ring in 14k White Gold Setting
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Stunning 6.27 carat round brilliant diamond surrounded by diamonds in the setting including the profile! The center diamond is bright and lively. This ring is for someone that wants ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1930s Art Deco Platinum Diamond Necklace by Pierre Sterlé
By Pierre Sterlé
Located in Roma, RM
An exceptional Art Deco necklace by Sterlé, dating to the 1930s, crafted in platinum and set with old-cut diamonds. The design features an elegant diamond rivière necklace enhanced b...
Diamond, Platinum
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.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.
No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.
Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.
Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry.
The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.
Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.