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by Charlotte Wannebroucq · CNE Accredited Gemmologist

TRINITY 100 YEARS OF ELEGANCE

In the year 2024, a century has passed since the house of Cartier gave birth to one of its most emblematic creations, the Trinity ring. In celebration of this historic date, Cartier is proudly celebrating the centenary of this jewelry icon, a true symbol of the values that have driven the House since its founding.
Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
Founder and Editor-in-Chief
Updated on February 29
Updated on February 29, 2024
Trinity ring, in grey, yellow or rose gold, diamonds © Cartier
TRINITY 100 YEARS

Trinity 100 years of elegance, Cartier celebrates its mythical ring.

In a world where time seems to pass at a frantic pace, a creation defies time—the ring Trinity of Cartier. In the year 2024, a century has passed since the house Cartier gave birth to one of his most emblematic creations, the ring Trinity. In keeping with this historic date, Cartier It celebrates the centenary of this jewelry icon, a true symbol of the values that have driven the House since its founding.

Trinity GM or grey, or yellow, or pink ring © Cartier
Trinity GM or grey, or yellow, or pink ring
© Cartier

The year 1924 thus marks the beginning of an timeless saga, that of the three gold rings merging in perfect harmony, embodying diversity and love in all its forms. These three rings, yellow, rose, and gray gold, intertwined, express a profound symbolism, evoking familial, friendly, and conjugal ties in an infinite number of meanings. Celebrating Trinity, It’s about celebrating Cartier in all its splendor. Louis Cartier, a visionary of genius, brings this creation to life. By defying the conventions of his time, he infuses a touch of modernity into jewelry. From its very beginnings, this ring resonates with the history of the Maison. It evokes the three Cartier brothers and the three emblematic boutiques in Paris, London and New York. The number three thus becomes the guiding thread of a legend.
The very essence of this jewel lies in its ability to reinvent itself over the decades. Pure lines, a perfect balance of proportions, and precise form – these are the elements that make it unique. Trinity An timeless creation. Its innovative design also incorporates a concept of comfort and ergonomics, offering an unparalleled sensory experience to those who wear it.

Over the years, Cartier has managed to evolve Trinity, Exploring new volumes and materials while preserving its original style. To celebrate this centenary, the Maison unveils new creations that blend simplicity and boldness, reinterpreting the iconic design of the ring to infuse it with a touch of modernity. Among the new creations is an XL bracelet, a true cult piece from the 2000s, making its return alongside an XL version of the iconic ring. Yellow, rose, and grey gold remain the emblematic chromatic trio, but it is the shape and distortion of the rings that evolve, reflecting a geometric and creative approach from Cartier’s creative studios. A cushion-shaped version offers an original interpretation of the Trinity, while a modular version, available from March 2024, allows everyone to compose their own musical symphony by assembling the rings according to their preferences.

Thus, through these new creations, Cartier perpetuates the legacy of the ring Trinity, A true hymn to love and diversity, inscribing its name in the history of jewelry for the next hundred years.

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Charlotte Wannebroucq, CNE-certified expert gemmologist
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Charlotte Wannebroucq

Gemmologist expert, member of the CNE-Art, and expert in signed jewelry. Twenty-five years of experience at the heart of Parisian jewelry, between the Carré Rive Gauche and Place Vendôme.
She signs the decryptions of collections, the analyses of stones and the estimates published in Esprit Joaillerie. Each piece commented on is examined in person, in the workshop, in the sales room or in the showroom.
  • Expertise

    Gemmology and signed jewellery

  • Member

    CNE-Art

  • Experience

    Over 25 years in Parisian jewellery