Cartier Love Bracelet

There are very few pieces of jewelry as iconic or enduring as the Cartier Love bracelet. On Bidsquare auctions, you can now find a wide selection of Cartier love bracelets as well as other designs from the prestigious label.

Introducing the iconic Love bracelet in 1969, Italian jewelry designer Aldo Cipullo ushered in a new era of modernity in jewelry design. Based on the medieval chastity belt, Cipullo believed that a bracelet should not only act as a piece of fashion accessory but also as a statement of devotion. Associative with an era of gender liberation and casual luxury, it captured the essence of the time. Featuring tiny signature screws, this unisex gold piece defied the conventional idea of jewelry as a symbol of a person's status and wealth. It was designed not to be worn on special occasions but rather as a daily accessory. 

In contrast to other fine jewelry, the love bracelet was a two-piece hinged design that could be removed, worn, and then secured into place using a small vermeil screwdriver. Due to its oval shape, the piece fits snugly around the wrist and is physically attached as a symbol of love's permanence. Cartier initially made its bracelets with gold-plated silver, before switching to solid 18K gold. A classic Cartier rose gold bracelet is extremely durable, weighing in at approximately 30 to 38 grams, which may trigger metal detectors with high sensitivity. With the changing times, Cartier developed a love collection in 1979 with diamonds added to its love bracelet, the Cartier diamond love bracelet, and eventually developed a collection of necklaces, rings, earrings, chain bracelets, and - as an alternative to screws - cuffs, inspired by Cipullo's bolt design. Some stay true to the all-metal original whilst others mix hues and feature precious stones.

With its successful fusion of high-end fashion with contemporary and industrial styles, the oval bracelet won an immediate following. After more than half a century in existence, the love bracelet remains one of the most popular bracelets among fashion editors and outperforms most other bracelets when it comes to resale value. Nowadays, this iconic bracelet comes in a variety of styles and colors, including yellow gold, white gold, pink gold, platinum, and diamond-encrusted platinum.

Immediately following its release, the love bracelet became an instant hit with celebrities, fashionistas, and socialites. In recent years, the love bracelet has become a popular choice for celebrities, with Jennifer Aniston, Angelina Jolie, and Eva Mendez all adorning it. Panthère de Cartier celebrates the brand's dynamism with a wildcat mascot, while Juste Un Clou transforms an ordinary item - a nail - into something extraordinary. Consider giving a love bracelet as a gift to capture your feelings for someone special.

Interesting Facts about Cartier Love bracelet

• Aldo Cipullo created it as his first Cartier piece. Later, he designed the Juste un Clou nail bracelets. 
• Kylie Jenner had to call the fire department to free herself from her love bracelet after it became stuck on her wrist for years.