Property of a Lady
56
Cartier
Diamond Ring, 'Trinity Ruban'
- Estimate
- HK$40,000 - 65,000€4,700 - 7,700$5,200 - 8,500
HK$88,900
Lot Details
Set with a brilliant-cut diamond weighing approximately 1.04 carats, supported by two twirling ribbons of brilliant-cut diamonds extending to the shoulders, mounted in platinum, signed Cartier, numbered, size 4½, case stamped Cartier.
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Catalogue Essay
With its centre stone wrapped by two ribbons of diamonds, the unique setting of the Trinity Ruban is inspired by the bridal tradition of handfasting, when the bride and groom’s hands are tied together. A masterful symbol of unity for years to come.
Cartier
FrenchWith the Constitution of 1848 came a new standard for luxury in France. Founded one year prior by Louis-Francois Cartier, the house of Cartier was one of the first to use platinum in jewelry making. This incredibly expensive material became the stepping-stone for Cartier to experiment in form, mechanisms and attitude. It helped men move from pocket watches to wristwatches, effectively making the watch much more functional and prominent in a man's overall wardrobe.Cartier did not only touch on functionality. Inspired by a commissioned painting by George Barbier featuring a black panther at the feet of an elegantly bejeweled woman, Cartier began incorporating wild animals in his designs—most notably, Cartier Panthère rings, bangle bracelets and watches. Yet it wasn't until the late 1960s that the house of Cartier debuted their iconic yellow and rose gold LOVE collection, which includes the famous bracelet that only a special screwdriver can open.
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