18K Yellow Gold Cartier Love Ring
Ring (Band style, Love collection) · Yellow Gold (classic warm tone, alloyed with copper and silver)
Purity: 18K (750 fineness, representing 75 percent pure gold content)
Type
Ring (Band style, Love collection)
Purity
18K (750 fineness, representing 75 percent pure gold content)
Gold Type
Yellow Gold (classic warm tone, alloyed with copper and silver)
Weight
Estimated between 6.5 to 8.0 grams depending on the exact ring size, solid construction
Description
An iconic Cartier Love ring crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold, featuring the legendary screw motif deeply stamped around the outer circumference. A universal symbol of committed love and modern luxury, this classic band offers a flat exterior profile with a comfortable interior fit, combining industrial design inspiration with timeless elegance.
Key Features
Distinctive screwhead motifs placed at regular intervals, proprietary Cartier engraving layout, clean minimalist profile
Color & Finish
Rich warm yellow gold with a high polish mirror finish
Hallmarks & Stamps
Expected interior stamps include Cartier maker mark, 750 purity mark, unique serial number, and ring size number
Dimensions Estimate
Standard Love band width of approximately 5.5mm, thickness around 1.8mm
Gemstones & Inlays
None, features the iconic engraved screw motif encircling the exterior
Clasp & Closure
Solid continuous band with no opening clasp
Chain & Links
Not applicable; solid comfort-fit inner band profile with flat outer profile
Craftsmanship Details
Precision-cast and hand-finished with perfectly aligned and cleanly struck exterior screw motifs and sharp, legible interior hallmarks
Authentication Indicators
Crisp and evenly spaced screw motifs, precise laser engraving or stamping on the interior band, correct proportions and warm 18K gold coloration
Origin & Maker
Cartier, France
Era & Period
Contemporary design based on the 1970s original archive
Age Estimate
Likely modern production dating from the 2000s to present
Cultural Significance
A monumental icon in twentieth and twenty-first-century jewelry design, representing enduring romance, status, and sophisticated urban style
Condition Notes
Good to Very Good pre-owned condition with minor hairline surface scratches typical of normal gentle wear on a high-polish finish
Value Estimate
High secondary market value driven heavily by brand cachet and designer premium, significantly exceeding melt value
Care & Maintenance
Clean with warm soapy water and a soft-bristled brush, avoid harsh chemical cleaners and abrasive polishing cloths, store in a dedicated soft pouch
Similar Items
Cartier Love Wedding Band (narrower version), Cartier Juste un Clou ring, Tiffany T True ring
Interesting Facts
Designed by Aldo Cipullo for Cartier in 1969, the Love bracelet and subsequent ring collection were famously inspired by medieval chastity belts, requiring a special screwdriver to lock them onto the wearer's body as a symbol of fidelity