Cartier 18K Yellow Gold LOVE Bracelet and Juste un Clou Diamond Bracelet Stack
Bracelet (Bangle and Hinged Screw Bracelets) · Yellow Gold (Classic 18K rich warm tone).
Purity: 18K (750 fineness), representing 75% pure gold alloyed with silver and copper.
Type
Bracelet (Bangle and Hinged Screw Bracelets)
Purity
18K (750 fineness), representing 75% pure gold alloyed with silver and copper.
Gold Type
Yellow Gold (Classic 18K rich warm tone).
Weight
Estimated total stack weight between 75g to 95g depending on sizes (approx. 30-35g per Love bracelet, 15-20g for the JUC).
Description
A curated stack of three iconic Cartier pieces: a classic 18K yellow gold Love bracelet, a thin 'sm' Love bracelet, and a Juste un Clou diamond-accented nail bracelet.
Key Features
Signature screw-head motifs, 'nail' silhouette, precision hinges, high-clarity pave diamonds, and serialized engraving requirement.
Color & Finish
High-polish mirror finish with a rich, buttery yellow hue typical of 18K Cartier alloys.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Interior stamps (not visible but required) include 'Cartier', '750', individual serial numbers, and size (e.g., 17, 18).
Dimensions Estimate
Bracelet widths: Love standard (6.1mm), Small Love (3.65mm), Juste un Clou (3.5mm). Various wrist circumferences.
Gemstones & Inlays
Natural round brilliant diamonds set in the center of the 'screw' motifs on the rightmost Love bracelet and pave diamonds on the head/tip of the Juste un Clou.
Clasp & Closure
Love bracelets feature a signature screw system (removable or hinged); Juste un Clou features a hidden side-push pressure clasp.
Chain & Links
Solid oval-shaped rigid bangles; no links present. Precision hinges on modern 'new screw' versions.
Craftsmanship Details
Cast and hand-finished with precision-engineered hinge mechanisms and flush-set melee diamonds. Perfectly balanced for comfort.
Authentication Indicators
Symmetry of screw motifs, depth of engravings, precise alignment of the 'nail' head, and correct 18K color saturation.
Origin & Maker
France/Italy; Cartier (High Luxury Maison).
Era & Period
Contemporary production based on the Aldo Cipullo designs from 1969 (Love) and 1971 (Juste un Clou).
Age Estimate
Circa 2010s-2020s based on the 'new screw' system and diamond setting styles.
Cultural Significance
Recognized globally as a symbol of 'locked-in' love and one of the most successful status symbols in modern luxury history.
Condition Notes
Excellent to Very Good; minor surface 'hairline' scratches (typical for high-polish gold), no deep dings or stone loosening visible.
Value Estimate
Estimated retail replacement value: $25,000 - $32,000 for the set. Resale market: 70-85% of retail due to high brand demand.
Care & Maintenance
Avoid chlorine; clean with mild soapy water and soft brush; professional Cartier 'shining' service recommended periodically.
Similar Items
Tiffany & Co. T-Wire bracelets, Cartier Ecrou de Cartier, or Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée bracelets.
Interesting Facts
The Love bracelet was originally sold only to couples who had to surrender the screwdriver to each other; it is modeled after medieval chastity belts.