A plain iron hoop was the fore runner of today’s engagement ring. The Romans gave a ring as a symbol of the cycle of life and eternity as a public pledge that the marriage contract would be honoured. Gold was introduced in the second century A.D. and when the Christians adopted the custom, the ring… Read More »
Reams of copies and books have been written about these bijou royale, especially after the deaths of this exiled couple who personified style and regal cachet, far from the British crown that the Duke wore briefly before abdicating in the name of love. Even the copyists had a field day after the collection became public… Read More »
The name has been synonymous with superb quality and style for more than a century and a generic for beautiful jewelry. The Cartier Santos that originated in 1904 has remained basically unchanged till today, except for different strap options. The classic Tank, designed for the US army, echoes military history. Both are supreme examples of… Read More »