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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.

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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.

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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.

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
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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 babys fist. The fate of certain legendary diamonds is inextricably linked with their meeting with Cartier.

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 maharajahs 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.

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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 Cartiers 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.

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.

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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 stones 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.

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 Cartiers 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.

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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 worlds first Master of Art in Jewellery, the highest distinction to be awarded by the French Ministry of Culture, as part of its outstanding team.

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A 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.

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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.
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Bursting 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.

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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.

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A fascinating roundness and the most refined shape enhance the voluptuous curves of this ring.
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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.

Dclaration
The most contemporary solitaire. Its four tapered claws and elegant lines give it a charm that is modest, refined and in tune with today.
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A highly feminine ring inspired by flowers, with curves and subtly romantic arabesques. A very light and graceful design.

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Absolute elegance that sits perfectly on the hand. In profile, the diamond subtly follows the curves of the emblematic Cartier C.

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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.

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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.

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Solitaire 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 Dclaration. Let yourself be tempted by this exclusive service and enjoy the excitement of a unique moment.

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Choose the ring of your dreams from an almost infinite range of possibilities. A unique ring, set exclusively for you.

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Rings 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.

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The diamond gracefully joins the symbols of Cartier: , Trinity and Lanires all enhance the solitaire.

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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.

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edding ring in three colours of gold, interlaced to infinity for eternal modernity.

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From the most precious design to the most refined diamond-paving, Cartier wedding rings seal a commitment to unique love.

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These wedding rings blend highly creative settings with a unique impression of insolent sparkle, where the lines of diamonds come together in perfect symmetry.

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T he 4Cs
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.

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.*

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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.*
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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.
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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).

Exc. white + Exc. white Rare white + Rare white White Slightly tinted white Tinted white Tinted colour one Tinted colour two

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.

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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 diamondrelated 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.

Since 1847, Cartier has embodied a tradition of excellence. A tradition which has become our duty. This duty of excellence in our creations, our savoirfaire 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.
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Cartier, joaillier responsable : pour en savoir plus sur les engagements de la Maison Cartier et les exigences de notre politique dachat diamants, rendez-vous sur www.cartier.com [rubrique Maison Cartier > Engagement > Cartier, joaillier responsable] Cartier, responsible jeweller: for further information about the Maison Cartiers commitments and the requirements of our diamond policy, please visit www.cartier.com [section Maison Cartier > Commitment > Cartier, Responsible Jeweller]

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