Large jewelry houses began to open up in Europe. The workshop of Louis Cartier was one of them. Cartier was founded in France in 1847. Louis-Francois Cartier began the company. His son Alfred took over administration of the business in 1874. Alfred’s sons, named Louis,
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Vintage Cartier gold jewelry is in demand today. Find out what makes these designer gold earrings and watches so collectible.
Collectors of antique gold jewelry know that vintage
Cartier jewelry and watches are highly desirable. In the late 19th century Cartier goldsmiths began to flourish. Their wealthy patrons sought to secure status through precious metals and gemstones. The companies, like Cartier’s,
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Cartier’s Gold and
Diamond Jewelry in Europe
Jewelers of the 18th and 19th century owe much of their fortune to
diamonds. That is, to a new source of
diamond mines discovered in Brazil in 1725.
Diamonds in Europe became more easily available. It changed the look of popular jewelry. The stones themselves became important,
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