Jewellery can mean many things to many people. Take engagement rings - much more than the value of their constituent parts, they become imbued with emotional weight too.
Read MoreAs far back as I can remember I’ve been fascinated by the links between the Cartiers and the British royal family. It was this relationship, perhaps above all others, which enabled the Cartier brothers to fulfil their childhood dream of turning their grandfather’s small Parisian store into the leading jewellery firm in the world
Read MoreGrace Kelly, who was given not one but two Cartier engagement rings by her Prince charming, Prince Rainier of Monaco. The first was a ruby and diamond eternity band and the second a large solitaire - over 10 carats. It was this one that she refused to ever take off, making it perhaps the most famous engagement ring in the world.
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