L ove has a name and a colour
T he French jeweller Cartier has been producing exceptional jewellery
creations since 1847.
Its Parisian workshops have welcomed successive generations of jewellers, all of
whom have devoted their talent to maintaining the signature excellence of Cartier.
King Edward VII of England himself acknowledged this virtuosity by proclaiming
Cartier the “Jeweller of Kings and King of Jewellers”.
This is a truly exceptional world marked by legendary jewellery, reflections
of beauty and eternal passion.
1
From the very beginning, the jeweller has been a part of the most beautiful love
stories. So much more than a simple jewel, a Cartier ring symbolises a genuine
commitment that is passionate and eternal.
L ove and legendary
diamonds
32 Prince
ss Gra
ce of M
onaco
The marriage between Grace Kelly and Rainier III of Monaco was the culmination
of the one of the most beautiful love stories that Cartier has been privileged
to witness.
As the guest of honour at the Cannes Festival in 1955, Grace Kelly had no idea
that her life was about to change. During a photo session in the Palace of Monaco,
she met Rainier III and a great romance between the actress and the prince was
about to begin.
To celebrate their engagement, Prince Rainier III of Monaco offered his future wife
an emerald-cut diamond ring weighing 10.47 carats. To enhance its colour and
clarity, Cartier created a platinum setting of exemplary lightness and simplicity:
the metal claws holding the wonderfully lustrous diamond seemed to vanish,
making it appear to be suspended.
The future princess wore this sublime Cartier diamond, which was henceforth
never to leave her finger, for the engagement announcement in 1956. She even
insisted on wearing it in the last film she made, “High Society”, directed by
Charles Walters. In the role of Tracy Samantha Lord, we watch as Kelly reclines
M ythical love stories
on the bed and rubs the ring with a corner of the sheet to make it shine. It was
truly an exceptional diamond.
Between Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, the chemistry of their first meeting
soon turned into unconditional love. Burton would move mountains for the actress
and offered her the most beautiful stones and jewellery sets. In 1969, he bought
one of the most beautiful diamonds in the world, the “Cartier-Burton-Taylor”
weighing an astonishing 69.42 carats, and presented it to her aboard their yacht.
Taylor wore this precious gem as both a ring and a pendant.
“We are ours now” was the message that Edward VIII had engraved on the
engagement ring he gave to Wallis Simpson in 1936. However, his position as head
of the Church of England prevented him from marrying this elegant American
as she had already been divorced twice. Forced to choose between his duty and
the woman he loved, the King made his decision and they began a long, romantic
life together as the Duke and Duchess of Windsor. Since the couple shared a passion
for jewellery, Cartier became closely involved in this loving partnership.
54
By acquiring rare diamonds and enhancing them in extraordinary creations,
Cartier has borne witness to some fabulous destinies and has participated in a
range of unusual and precious life stories.
In 1853, a raw diamond weighing 261.24 carats was discovered in Brazil. Three
months of work transformed it into a magnificent, elongated cushion-cut diamond
that entered the history books as the legendary Star of the South.
The stone has a unique geological feature: its clear water has a subtle tint of pink,
which can be seen when the light is refracted. The Star of the South was presented
as the major attraction of the Paris Universal Exhibition in 1855.
This wonder of nature was quickly incorporated into a maharajah’s collection
and was secretly stored among his other treasures. When Cartier traced and then
purchased this legendary stone, it had lost none of its magic and continued to emit
a soft interior glow with a uniquely fascinating colour. A new destiny now awaited
this extraordinary diamond.
E xceptional diamonds
The Louis Cartier diamond is a magnificent
tear-drop gem weighing 107.70 carats, named
in honour of the outstanding jeweller. So pure,
so precisely cut and sparkling with a thousand
flames, its preparation took several months
of passionately devoted work, reflecting
the character of the man himself.
This remarkable stone was displayed in the
Cartier salons in New York, where the excited
press described it as “as big as a baby’s fist.”
The fate of certain legendary diamonds
is inextricably linked with their meeting
with Cartier.
76
The «
Carti
er-Bu
rton-T
aylor
»
1.87 cts
0.30 ct
0.70 ct
0.17 ct1.01 cts
1.50 cts
0.50 ct
A Cartier diamond
A Cartier diamond is unlike any other. Meeting the highest rarity ratings
with ease, what really counts is the emotion it conveys: the first reaction
it inspires, its certainty, commitment and eternal promise.
A combination of precise criteria,
the 4Cs, identifies the rarest diamonds
suitable for examination by our “Cartier
Diamond Experts”. They select the
stones that meet Cartier’s beauty criteria.
A Cartier diamond must play
wonderfully with the light, creating a
perfect balance between brilliance, fire
and sparkle. Its unique colour, varying
from colourless to tinted nuances,
gives life to the lustre of the diamond.
The “Cartier Diamond Experts” ensure that our diamonds feature perfect proportions
and incomparable charm: in short, Cartier beauty.
98
In fact, a large number of diamonds
that conform to the 4Cs do not
meet the selection criteria outlined
by Cartier. The “Cartier Diamond
Experts” are thus the only specialists
authorised to select Cartier
diamonds.
These experts form an independent
team within Cartier. They are gemmologists who, in addition to their technical
expertise, have fully mastered Cartier’s criteria for diamond selection. This takes
many years of experience and requires sensitivity, as well as a genuine appreciation
for the excellence that is inherent to Cartier. They have a precious talent, a unique
eye that enables them to select diamonds worthy of being incorporated into a Cartier
jewellery creation.
The Cartier selection process only accepts diamonds that meet the rarity criteria
known as the 4Cs (Carat, Colour, Clarity and Cut.)
From these pre-selected stones, Cartier retains only those that reach our own high
quality standards: the whitest diamonds (from D to H) with no inclusions visible to
the naked eye (from IF to VS2), and whose perfect proportions maximise the stone’s
lustre (Cut grade “Very good” and “Excellent”).
To guarantee the objectivity of our decisions, Cartier diamonds are then certified
by an independent body, the GIA (Gemmological Institute of America.)
While the 4Cs indicate the rarity of a diamond, they do not in any way help
in determining its beauty.
Round Navette Emerald Princess Pear Oval
1110
C Our fine jewellery workshops in Paris draw on expertise that has been passed down from one generation to the next for over 150 years. Today, Cartier is proud to count the world’s first Master of Art in Jewellery, the highest distinction to be awarded by the French Ministry of Culture, as part of its outstanding team.C reativity and a master of art
1312
CA Cartier ring is recognisable by its elegance, lightness and incomparable, timeless style. In order to maintain the balance between the setting and the stone, each ring has a specific camber that is designed for each stone and each size. The delicate mounting in platinum disappears to allow the diamond to reveal its full beauty. Platinum, a rare metal with valuable properties, was introduced into jewellery in the 1860s. It was Louis Cartier who pioneered the use of this virtuoso metal. Light, inert and with a very white sparkle, platinum is the perfect partner for a diamond and enables the jeweller to design delicate, graceful creations.Whatever their style, all Cartier rings are produced to the same standard of perfection. This is their signature.
1514
M astering jewellery
A Cartier diamond-paving is an authentic work of art requiring total technical
mastery. Each of the stones is as carefully selected as the central diamond itself.
The claws tightly hug the lines of the stone.
Diamond-paving is a case of complex architecture in which all of the diamonds,
even those of differing shapes, meld into a single sculpted material. Their regular
curve follows that of the ring. The very small, fine grains reinforce the regularity
of the paving, which is exceptionally soft to the touch.
The finesse of the polishing ensures an incomparable sparkle. All of the interior
parts of the ring are polished for a better reflection of the light. Like a Haute Couture
dress, a Cartier ring is equally beautiful “inside and out”.
1716
SBursting with ideas and styles, the sketches flow freely at Cartier but only a few give rise to a new creation. Every model must demonstrate perfect balance between its design and the beauty of the stone. Each diamond is unique. It must be examined, made to play with the light, worn against the skin and allowed to seduce. E ngagementring collections 1918
Unique since its
creation in 1895,
this timeless solitaire
is a perfect example
of delicate balance.
A wire body with four
elegant, harmonious
claws enhances
the radiance of
the stone.
Solitaire 1895
2120
Honeymoon
A fascinating roundness
and the most refined shape
enhance the voluptuous
curves of this ring.
Solitaire Louis Cartier
Simple geometry and absolute
elegance characterise this platinum
ring, whose mount is in the form
of a C in tribute to Louis Cartier.
Déclaration
The most contemporary solitaire.
Its four tapered claws and elegant
lines give it a charm that is modest,
refined and in tune with today.
2322
Ballerine
A highly feminine ring
inspired by flowers, with
curves and subtly romantic
arabesques. A very light
and graceful design.
2524
Solitaire C de Cartier
Absolute elegance that
sits perfectly on the hand.
In profile, the diamond
subtly follows the curves
of the emblematic
Cartier “C”.
2726
The fruit of more
than a century of expertise,
the perfect diamond-paving
of these exceptional settings
glorify the central diamond.
Soft as silk, the paving reflects
the combined sparkle of the
united brilliant-cut diamonds
in a single flash of light.
28
These exclusive creations
are characterised by their
virtuosity, the harmonious
diamond-paving and
the perfectly cut solitaires.
The settings share an
exquisite elegance that
reveals the full radiance
of the diamonds.
3130
SSolitaire 1895 True to its illustrious heritage, Cartier offers you a new service capable of making your wildest dreams come true. Select your diamond and we will set it for you on the creation of your choice: Solitaire 1895, Ballerine or Déclaration. Let yourself be tempted by this exclusive service and enjoy the excitement of a unique moment. 3332
Choose the ring of your dreams from an almost infinite range of possibilities.
A unique ring, set exclusively for you.
3534
ARings of purity with lines of infinity: the wedding ring is a symbol of eternal love. The early Egyptians wore a ring on the third finger of the left hand as a symbol of the vein of love that leads straight to the heart. The ultimate promise of a permanent attachment. Wedding rings and solitaires: the perfect match 3736
3938
The diamond gracefully
joins the symbols of Cartier:
, Trinity and Lanières
all enhance the solitaire.
Wedding rings in
several colours of gold,
engraved with Cartier,
featuring a diamond, or
simple like the link of
a chain. A bond of
unconditional love.
4140
4342
Wedding ring in three colours of gold,
interlaced to infinity for eternal modernity.
Zatus error sit oluptatem
latium, totam Veritatis rem,
eaqueipsa quae enim illo
inventore beatae sunt explicabo.
Riam, eaque ipsa quae
inventore beatae sunt.
Natus error sit oluptatem
Catus error velite.
From the most precious
design to the most refined
diamond-paving, Cartier
wedding rings seal a
commitment to
unique love.
4544
These wedding rings
blend highly creative
settings with a unique
impression of insolent
sparkle, where the lines
of diamonds come together
in perfect symmetry.
4746
The weight of a diamond is measured in carats. The name comes from a carob bean, which was used to weigh
diamonds in the past. The weight is the most important factor in determining the price of a diamond. One carat
is the equivalent of 0.20 grammes. Cartier offers solitaires in a wide range of carats depending on the settings.*
*Certified solitaire diamonds from 0.18 ct.
carat
clarity
Inclusions are natural imperfections in a diamond that can affect its quality. The purity of a diamond
depends on the number of inclusions, their size and their position. The scale of purity drawn up by the
GIA ranges from classification IF (“Internally Flawless”: no defect is visible even with 10x magnifying
glass) to Classification I3 (“Imperfect”: inclusions visible to the naked eye). Cartier diamonds are uniquely
selected from the IF and VS2 classifications, ensuring they have exceptional purity with not even the
smallest inclusion visible to the naked eye.*
*The diamond selection method presented in this catalogue and the quality guarantees based on the “4Cs” apply
to round diamonds weighing more than 0.18 ct.
No visible defects
IF I1 I2 I3
Imperfect,
inclusions visible
to the naked eye
SI1 SI2
Small
inclusions invisible
to the naked eye
VS1 VS2
Very small
inclusions invisible
to the naked eye
VVS2VVS1
Very, very small
inclusions invisible
to the naked eye
The central diamond of each Cartier solitaire comes with a GIA certificate. The Gemmological Institute of
America is an international independent body that is the benchmark institution for diamond certification.
A GIA certificate guarantees the quality of a diamond; it defines the rating of the diamond according to the 4Cs.
4948
The «4Cs»
0.20ct 0.30ct 0.50ct 0.80ct 1ct 1.20cts 1.50cts 2cts
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S-Z
Slightly
tinted white
Tinted white
Tinted colour one
Tinted colour two
Tinted colour three
D
E
F
G
H
colourcut
The whiteness of a diamond directly affects its value. The colour is rated
by the GIA on a scale from D to Z in alphabetical order (D indicates
an “exceptional white”, Z is “tinted colour”.)
Cartier diamonds are selected exclusively from those with a rating
of D to H, ensuring that they are all white in colour. No fluorescence
is accepted by Cartier.
Among the 4Cs, the most important parameter is undoubtedly the size of the diamond, its symmetry
and its balance - not too high nor too flat. It is the guarantee of exceptional beauty.
The size of all Cartier diamonds is rated either “Very Good” or “Excellent” on the GIA scale to guarantee
optimal brilliance and a unique sparkle.
Several additional criteria have been defined by our Cartier diamond experts:
- the table must be between 56% and 62.2% for stones that exceed 0.23 ct ;
- the total depth must be between 58% and 63%, excluding the point ;
- the girdle: from very fine to fine (maximum).
Crown
Table
Girlde
Culet
Pavillon 43,1%
14,6%
57,5%
100%
34°30’
40°45’
TableGirdle
Exc. white +
Exc. white
Rare white +
Rare white
White C
ar
ti
er
q
ua
lit
y
5150
The GIA/HRD colour scale
52
Since 1847, Cartier has embodied a tradition of
excellence. A tradition which has become our duty.
This duty of excellence in our creations, our savoir-
faire and our quality of service also extends to the
way in which we conduct our activities - ethically,
socially and environmentally.
Cartier is a founding member of the Responsible
Jewellery Council (RJC), which was created in 2005.
Its mission is to advance responsible business practices
throughout the global jewellery supply chain from
mine to retail. The RJC has developed a code of
practices against which its members undertake to have
their practices verified by an independent auditor.
www.responsiblejewellery.com
With our Corporate Responsibility Policy we formally
express our commitments as a responsible jeweller
and our dedication to continuous improvement.
A major focus of our policy is the fight against “conflict
diamonds”, where the revenue from diamond sales is
used to finance armed conflict.
Under the aegis of the United Nations, governments,
the diamond industry and NGOs have come together
to introduce measures aimed at eradicating the trade
in conflict diamonds. Today, more than 99% of all
diamonds come from areas that are free from conflict
thanks to the implementation of the Kimberley
Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) and its
extension to cut diamonds, the System of Warranties.
At Cartier we have subjected all of our diamonds
purchases to the System of Warranties since the
system was introduced in January 2003. We requiere
the Statement of Warranty for every diamond-
related invoice we receive.
Cartier engages in long-term relationships with
suppliers who share our values. We work with our
suppliers on a daily basis to help them respect and
uphold the commitments of our Maison, which
extend beyond the scope of diamonds. They apply
to all our product lines and cover 3 areas - ethical,
social and environmental.
E thics
©
C
ar
tie
r
20
09
-
C
ré
at
io
n
: M
az
ar
in
e-
A
te
lie
rs
A
BC
–
P
ho
to
s
: K
. I
sh
ii,
F
. S
ar
az
in
-
Im
pr
im
é
en
F
ra
nc
e
/
Pr
in
te
d
in
F
ra
nc
e
-
E
D
J0
32
15
Cartier, joaillier responsable : pour en savoir plus sur les engagements de la Maison Cartier et les exigences de notre politique
d’achat diamants, rendez-vous sur www.cartier.com [rubrique Maison Cartier > Engagement > Cartier, joaillier responsable]
Cartier, responsible jeweller: for further information about the Maison Cartier’s commitments and the requirements
of our diamond policy, please visit www.cartier.com [section Maison Cartier > Commitment > Cartier, Responsible Jeweller]
www.cartier.com
Cert no. SA-COC-001760
Cert no. SA-COC-001760
Cert no. SA-COC-001760
Mixed Sources • Sources Mixtes
Product group from well-managed forests
and recycled wood or fiber
Groupe de produits issu de forêts bien gérées
et de bois ou fibres recyclés
本文档为【cartier最新型录】,请使用软件OFFICE或WPS软件打开。作品中的文字与图均可以修改和编辑,
图片更改请在作品中右键图片并更换,文字修改请直接点击文字进行修改,也可以新增和删除文档中的内容。
该文档来自用户分享,如有侵权行为请发邮件ishare@vip.sina.com联系网站客服,我们会及时删除。
[版权声明] 本站所有资料为用户分享产生,若发现您的权利被侵害,请联系客服邮件isharekefu@iask.cn,我们尽快处理。
本作品所展示的图片、画像、字体、音乐的版权可能需版权方额外授权,请谨慎使用。
网站提供的党政主题相关内容(国旗、国徽、党徽..)目的在于配合国家政策宣传,仅限个人学习分享使用,禁止用于任何广告和商用目的。