CARTIER 1970 By Aldo Cipullo Geometric LOVE Ring In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold

Love ring designed by Aldo Cipullo for Cartier.

This is an extremely rare ring, created in New York city by Aldo Cipullo for the jewelry house of Cartier, back in 1969-1970. The elusive ring has been designed with geometric shapes to read the word LOVE, with its four letters at different levels. Masterfully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. The body of the ring is squared with angular shapes.

Weight: 9.85 grams, (6.35 Dwt.).

Size: 6.75 and may be sized up or down on special request.

Measurements: 21 mm by 10 mm, (0.83 x 0.40 Inches) and raise 7 mm over the finger

Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay and warranty of the 18kt gold, the five-digits serial numbers and signed in full as follows, "©CARTIER 18KT 38341".

Aldo Cipullo 

He was an Italian born jeweler. He born and was raise in a family of designers with jewelry traditions, his father was the owner of a jewelry factory, and his brother Renato Cipullo made jewelry designs for Christian Dior. Aldo was the creator of the popular and iconic Cartier bracelets, love and the nail, still until today considered ones of the best designs of the 20th century. He works as a designer in New York, for David Webb (1960-1969) and Cartier (1969-1975). In 1975 he found his own company as a freelance designer.

Literature: RAGO-ARTS, Spring Jewels Sale. 8 May 2024, Lot-200 for an identical ring offered at the sale.

Collateral: This ring is accompanied by the designer's presentation pouch.

Condition: The overall condition of this Cartier ring is excellent. Besides the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All parts are secured in their settings. This bangle has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: R110624MMEN/.2367