The Cartier Love Bracelet: History, Value & Resale Guide
Designed in 1969, screwed to the wrist and never out of fashion — the Cartier Love bracelet is one of the most recognisable and resaleable pieces of modern jewellery. What it's worth, what drives value, and how to sell yours in the UK.
What Is Your Cartier Love Bracelet Worth?
Send a photo — including the serial number and any box or papers — for a free, no-obligation valuation. We reply within one working day.
Created in New York in 1969 by Aldo Cipullo for Cartier, the Love bracelet broke every rule: an oval gold band locked to the wrist with screws and a tiny matching screwdriver, meant to be worn permanently as a symbol of committed love. Half a century on it is a global icon — and one of the few pieces of jewellery that reliably holds a strong slice of its retail price on the second-hand market.
What is the Cartier Love bracelet?
The Love is a two-part oval hinged bangle that closes flush around the wrist, secured by two functional screws turned with a Cartier screwdriver. It comes in yellow, white and rose gold, plain or set with diamonds, plus a slimmer "small model" and a thinner Love cuff. Each genuine bracelet is engraved with Cartier, the metal mark (750), a serial number and a hallmark. Fit is sized in cm (16–21), so the correct size matters for both wear and resale.
What drives a Love bracelet's value
Metal & diamonds
Diamond-set and rose/white-gold examples sit above plain yellow gold; full-diamond pavé is highest.
Model & size
Classic width over small model and cuff. A commonly worn size resells more easily than extremes.
Box, papers & screwdriver
Original certificate, box and screwdriver lift value and speed the sale.
Condition
Light wear is normal; deep scratches, removed screws or polishing-thinned gold reduce value.
What is a Cartier Love bracelet worth in the UK?
Resale depends on model, metal, condition and completeness — indicative bands:
Indicative only — your bracelet depends on model, metal, size, condition and papers. Send a photo for a free, accurate valuation.
Selling Your Love Bracelet
What we look at when buying a Cartier Love:
- Authenticity — Cartier signature, 750 mark, serial number, hallmark.
- Model — Classic, small model, cuff; diamond or plain.
- Metal — Yellow, white or rose 18ct gold.
- Completeness — Box, certificate and screwdriver.
- Condition — Wear, scratches, prior polishing.
We buy Cartier directly — fair prices, immediate payment, no auction fees or waiting.
How to sell a Cartier Love bracelet in the UK
Selling to a specialist buyer like Mozeris is faster and cleaner than auction: no seller's commission, no months of waiting, and immediate payment once agreed. Send clear photos of the bracelet, the inside engraving (Cartier signature, 750, serial number) and any box, certificate or screwdriver. We confirm authenticity, give an honest figure, and you decide. Read more on our sell your Cartier jewellery page, and on whether designer jewellery holds its value.
Worried yours might not be genuine? See our companion guide: how to spot a fake Cartier Love bracelet.
Cartier pieces we currently have
A selection of genuine Cartier in stock at Mozeris:
Value Your Cartier Love Bracelet
Send photographs of the bracelet, the engraving and any papers — we'll give you an honest, no-obligation valuation.
⚠️ Strictly by appointment only — no walk-ins at either showroom.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cartier Love bracelet — common questions.
Does the Cartier Love bracelet hold its value?
Yes — among the best of any modern jewellery. Strong demand for genuine, well-kept examples means a Love bracelet typically resells for a substantial share of its retail price, especially with box, papers and screwdriver.
How much is a used Cartier Love bracelet worth in the UK?
It depends on metal, model (classic, small, cuff), diamonds, size, condition and whether you have the full set. Send a photo of the bracelet and its engraving for a free, accurate valuation.
Do I need the box and papers to sell?
No — we buy without them. But the original certificate, box and screwdriver do increase value and make the sale quicker.
Where is the serial number?
Engraved on the inside of the bracelet alongside the Cartier signature and 750 gold mark. We use it, with the piece itself, to confirm authenticity.
Can you value it from a photo on WhatsApp?
Yes. Message +44 7494 214652 with clear photos of the bracelet and the inside engraving and we'll come back with a figure, usually within a working day.
Do you buy other Cartier pieces?
Yes — Love, Juste un Clou, Trinity, Panthère, Tank and antique Cartier. See our sell your Cartier jewellery page.
Send Us Your Photographs
Attach photos of the bracelet and the inside engraving. We'll respond within one working day.