Cartier Love Collection Guide: History, Models and Sizes
The Cartier Love collection is built on one simple idea: a piece of jewelry that is closed with a screw. Since the first bracelet appeared in 1969, the screw motif has become one of the most recognised signs in fine jewelry, and the range has grown to rings, necklaces, pendants and earrings.
This guide explains where the collection came from, how the screwdriver works, which pieces and gold colours exist, and how to choose a size. It is written for shoppers in Dubai and across the UAE who want to compare pieces calmly before they buy.
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What Is the Cartier Love Collection?
The Cartier Love collection is a family of fine jewelry from the Paris maison, defined by a screw-head motif. It started with a bracelet and now includes rings, a wedding band, necklaces, pendants and earrings in 18k gold, with or without diamonds. The screw stands for love that is locked in place.
Most designers hide the closing of a bracelet. Cartier made it the main decoration. That is why a Love piece is easy to spot from a distance, and why it works as a daily piece as well as a gift. You can browse the full range in our Cartier Love collection category.
How Did the Cartier Love Collection Begin?
The Love bracelet was launched in New York in 1969. It was designed by Aldo Cipullo, an Italian-born jeweler who began working with Cartier that same year. His idea was a bracelet that locks onto the wrist with a screwdriver, as a modern symbol of commitment.
The story told around the bracelet is that partners would fasten each other’s Love bracelet and keep the screwdriver, so the bond could not be undone alone. Whether you read it as legend or as design, it explains why the piece is so often given for engagements, weddings and anniversaries. You can read more about the designer on Aldo Cipullo’s Wikipedia page.
Cartier then extended the idea. The screw motif moved from the bracelet to rings and later to necklaces, pendants and earrings, so the same design language now fits many tastes and budgets. The collection is still part of the maison’s core range, next to the pieces covered in our Cartier jewelry category.
How Does the Love Screwdriver Work?
A classic Love bracelet is closed with screws and a small screwdriver. You place the bracelet on the wrist, tighten the screws with the screwdriver and the bracelet stays closed. To take it off, you reverse the steps. Most owners ask a partner, friend or boutique to help the first time.
The screwdriver is part of the experience, so keep it with the box and papers. When you buy a pre-owned piece, ask whether the screwdriver, the box and the guarantee card are included. In our listings, many pieces come as a full set, and every one is checked for authenticity before it is sold.
Rings, necklaces and earrings do not need a screwdriver to wear. They carry the screw heads as decoration, which makes them easier for daily use while keeping the same look.
Which Pieces Are in the Cartier Love Collection?
The collection covers five main types of jewelry. The table shows what each one is and what we see in our own pre-owned range today. Sizes and options change as pieces are sold, so always check the product page for the piece you like.
| Piece | What it looks like | In our range today |
|---|---|---|
| Bracelet | Rigid oval band with screw heads, closed with a screwdriver | Sizes 15 to 21, 18k yellow, rose and white gold, with or without diamonds |
| Ring | Slim band with the screw motif, also sold as a wedding band | Sizes about 50 to 61, plain gold or set with diamonds |
| Necklace | Fine chain with a round pendant carrying screw heads | Mostly a 42 cm chain, with 3 diamonds or plain gold |
| Pendant | Round pendant, sometimes pavé set with diamonds | White, yellow and rose gold |
| Earrings | Gold hoops or studs with a screw head detail | White gold and yellow gold |
Love Bracelet
The bracelet is the original and still the best known piece. It is available plain or with diamonds set in some of the screw heads, and in the classic and small models. The small model suits narrow wrists or anyone who wants a lighter look, and many people wear it stacked with a watch or other bracelets.
If you are comparing it with another famous bracelet, our guide to Van Cleef Alhambra vs Cartier Love shows the differences. For authenticity checks, read how to spot a fake Cartier Love bracelet. You can also open the Cartier Love Bracelet White Gold B6067617 to see a full listing.
Love Ring and Wedding Band
The Love ring carries the same screw detail on a slim band. Some rings are plain gold, others are set with diamonds, and the wedding band version is a popular choice for couples who want a matching symbol. Ring sizes in our listings run from about 50 to 61, so check the size chart on each page.
Not sure which version fits you? Our Cartier Love ring guide covers sizes, gold colours and diamonds, and the comparison of the Love ring vs wedding band explains the difference. See the Cartier Love Wedding Band B4083300 for an example.
Love Necklaces and Pendants
Love necklaces are the quiet part of the collection. A fine chain holds a round pendant with screw heads, and the whole piece sits close to the neck without drawing too much attention. The pavé diamond pendant adds sparkle for evening wear, while the plain gold version works every day.
Browse the Cartier Love Necklace Yellow Gold B7014200 or the Cartier Love Necklace 3 Diamonds B7014500 to compare a plain and a diamond version.
Love Earrings
Love earrings come as simple gold hoops with a screw head detail or as small studs with a faint screw imprint. They give a light nod to the bracelet and are easy to wear with other pieces. The Cartier Love Earrings White Gold is one of the listings you can open for details.
A Love piece does not need a logo to be recognised. The screw is the signature.
Which Gold Colours Does the Cartier Love Collection Offer?
The Cartier Love collection is made in 18k yellow gold, 18k rose gold and 18k white gold. Yellow gold is the classic choice, rose gold gives a warmer and softer look, and white gold is cooler and more discreet. Many pieces also come with diamonds set into the screw heads.
In our current pre-owned range, yellow gold is the most common, followed by rose gold and then white gold. If you plan to stack pieces, choose one gold colour for the Love piece and keep the rest of your jewelry in the same tone, or mix on purpose for a modern look.
How Do You Choose the Right Love Size?
Measure your wrist or finger first, then compare it with the size on the product page. Love bracelets are rigid, so they are made to sit close to the wrist rather than stretch. In our listings, bracelet sizes run from 15 to 21 and ring sizes from about 50 to 61.
- Bracelet: measure the wrist just above the wrist bone in centimetres, and try the bracelet on if you can.
- Ring: measure the finger at the end of the day, when it is at its largest, and think about the fit with other rings.
- Necklace: the chain length matters, and a 42 cm chain is the most common in our range.
- Model: choose the small model if you prefer a lighter look on a narrow wrist or finger.
If you are between two sizes, ask us before you order. You can also see the bracelets and rings categories to compare sizes across brands.
How Do You Care for Cartier Love Jewelry?
Clean Love jewelry with a soft cloth and a mild soap solution, then dry it gently. Avoid harsh chemicals and store each piece separately so the gold does not scratch. For a deeper clean, polish or repair, take it to an authorised Cartier technician rather than a general workshop.
Small marks on gold are normal with daily wear, especially on a bracelet. Pre-owned pieces in good condition are often sold with the original box, papers or guarantee card, which helps with later servicing and resale.
Does Cartier Love Jewelry Hold Its Value?
In general, Cartier Love jewelry keeps most of its value, because the design is in constant demand and the gold itself has worth. In some cases the value of a piece rises over time. We do not promise a figure, as condition, papers, size and market all affect the result.
Our article Cartier Love Bracelet Worth It? looks at resale value in more detail, and the market for pre-owned pieces is described in Cartier Love Bracelet Market in Dubai.
Where Can You See Cartier Love Jewelry in Dubai?
You can browse the Cartier Love collection in our online store, or visit our physical store in the heart of Dubai’s Gold Souq, Gate 3. All pieces are 100% authentic, every one is checked before it is sold, and delivery is free across Dubai and the UAE.
If you want a different piece to go with your Love jewelry, look at the wider Cartier jewelry range. It includes Juste un Clou, Trinity and more, so you can build a set around the screw motif.
Cartier Love Collection FAQs
When was the Cartier Love collection launched?
The first Love piece, the Love bracelet, was launched in New York in 1969. It was designed by Aldo Cipullo, who joined Cartier that year. Rings, necklaces, pendants and earrings followed later, all with the same screw motif, so the bracelet is still the starting point for the whole collection.
What does the screw on Cartier Love jewelry mean?
The screw stands for love that is locked in place. On the bracelet it is a real closing mechanism that needs a screwdriver, which led to the story of partners fastening each other’s bracelets. On rings, necklaces and earrings, the screw is a design detail that keeps the same meaning without the mechanism.
Which gold colours does the Cartier Love collection come in?
The collection is made in 18k yellow, rose and white gold. Yellow gold is the classic favourite, rose gold looks warmer and softer, and white gold is cooler and more discreet. Some pieces are also set with diamonds, so you can pick the colour and finish that match your style.
Do you need a screwdriver to wear Cartier Love jewelry?
Only the bracelet needs one. The classic Love bracelet is closed with screws and a small screwdriver, so keep it with the box. Love rings, necklaces, pendants and earrings are worn without any tool, because the screw heads are only decoration on those pieces.
What sizes does the Cartier Love collection come in?
Sizes depend on the piece. In our current range, bracelets run from size 15 to 21, rings from about 50 to 61, and necklaces are mostly on a 42 cm chain. A small model also exists for bracelets and rings. Check the size shown on each product page before you order.
Does Cartier Love jewelry hold its value?
Usually yes. The collection is in steady demand and made of 18k gold, so Love pieces tend to keep most of their value. Condition, size, the original box and papers all matter. We cannot promise a price, but a complete set in good condition is easier to resell.
Where can I buy pre-owned Cartier Love jewelry in Dubai?
You can buy it from Elegance Times, online or in our store in the Gold Souq, Gate 3. We list authentic pre-owned Love bracelets, rings, necklaces and earrings, and delivery is free across Dubai and the UAE. Open the Cartier Love collection category to see what is available now.
Final Thoughts on the Cartier Love Collection
The Cartier Love collection lasts because it is easy to understand: one motif, many pieces, and a story that fits real moments. Start with the piece you will wear most, pick the gold colour and the size, and check the box and papers. For brand history, see Cartier on Wikipedia.
See Cartier Love jewelry in Dubai
Browse authentic pre-owned Love bracelets, rings, necklaces and earrings in yellow, rose and white gold. Open each page for the size, reference and condition.