10 diamond love bracelet

[MsKaren]

So I thought I would let you all know that I made my purchase. I’m still feeling slightly funny about it as I’ve never spent so much on one piece and despite having the money I still feel a bit like oh my! It was the one year anniversary of my dads passing yesterday so maybe I am just overly emotional at the moment

I purchased the 10 diamond as I couldn’t bring myself to buy the 4 as it’s my unlucky number! But in the name of honesty, despite being able to afford to buy brand new I bought pre loved. I’m not sure if that’s something frowned upon on these forums or not but I just couldn’t bring myself to spend that much on one bracelet. I found a pre loved 10 diamond in London’s Hatton Garden with the box and papers at a massive saving. My husband and I discussed the pros and cons and I made the decision that I would use some of the money I’d be saving to make a large donation to the hospice who took care of my mum in her last week. We agreed that while buying brand new would be a lovely treat, it would only last a moment and it made me feel a lot better about indulging myself to use some of the difference to help people who really need it.

Thank you for everyone who commented and gave me advice I appreciated all of it so much. I hope I won’t regret buying the 10 diamond bracelet, I have a few times thought it would be nice to have some screws but it really is a beautiful bracelet and having watched my parents lives fade and the effect that’s had on me, I’ve decided that life is short and I just want to enjoy the bracelet. One day I will pass and it won’t matter a bit what bracelet that I had, only that it brought me some happiness x

 

[Cliffslux]

Congratulations! Sounds like you came to a very thoughtful and sentimental conclusion! And what a beautiful idea in terms of the donation. Your parents memory is most certainly honored in such an extraordinary way. Hope the bracelet brings you a tremendous amount of joy and love! I don’t think you will regret your decision. Please post pics!

 

[MsKaren]

Congratulations! Sounds like you came to a very thoughtful and sentimental conclusion! And what a beautiful idea in terms of the donation. Your parents memory is most certainly honored in such an extraordinary way. Hope the bracelet brings you a tremendous amount of joy and love! I don’t think you will regret your decision. Please post pics!

Sorry for such a slow response we’re busy trying to finish A house renovation at the moment. Thank you for your kind words. I will post some pictures, it’s been quite hard to take any though as it’s so shiny it keeps picking up everything in its reflection. Although I have now got my first scratch on it from my engagement ring. A little upset it’s happened so soon but I read a lot on these forums and I know I have to accept that it will get scratched being worn 24/7.

As it’s an older bracelet it’s already been polished I suspect more than once so I don’t think I will want to have it polished again. It has softened which I know I’ve read some people on the forum have had happen and not liked so much. Fortunately I do like the softer slightly slimmer profile of it, it reminds me of a polished pebble. I’m honestly just thrilled with it and it’s not left my arm. I’m debating whether to take it off and have my husband wrap it so I can open this one last present at Christmas. But on the other hand I’ve been making some nice memories with loved ones lately and want the bracelet to be part of that. I think I’m going to wear it up until Christmas Eve and then take it off to clean and then have my husband wrap it so I can lock it back on on Christmas Day. My parents always made Christmas so magical so that might be nice.

 

[MsKaren]

 

[MsKaren]

Sorry they’ve come out really small and grainy. I won’t spam the forum but will re post bigger if anyone wants to see better

 

[SilverBen]

Im so happy for you and glad you went with the 10! I got the plain for high school graduation and loved it so much but always told myself I'd upgrade to the 10 diamond one day. I ended up getting the 10 diamond to celebrate getting through some tough personal times about a 2 years ago and I now wear the 10 diamond alone and have been so satisfied with it! I like that it doesn't scream Cartier unless you know. The screw motif on the plain and 4 diamond version are a little more recognizable to the general public where as the 10 diamond can pass off as just a nice gold and diamond bracelet if someone doesn't really know the brand. Being in college still I like to fly under the radar when enjoying my nice things, its not a big deal but I'm not a huge fan of branded items because of this.

 

[MsKaren]

Im so happy for you and glad you went with the 10! I got the plain for high school graduation and loved it so much but always told myself I'd upgrade to the 10 diamond one day. I ended up getting the 10 diamond to celebrate getting through some tough personal times about a 2 years ago and I now wear the 10 diamond alone and have been so satisfied with it! I like that it doesn't scream Cartier unless you know. The screw motif on the plain and 4 diamond version are a little more recognizable to the general public where as the 10 diamond can pass off as just a nice gold and diamond bracelet if someone doesn't really know the brand. Being in college still I like to fly under the radar when enjoying my nice things, its not a big deal but I'm not a huge fan of branded items because of this.

Oh thank you for your lovely reply. I’m so happy to hear you have your 10 diamond and it brings you a lot of happiness. I’m sorry that you went through such a tough time, it’s a lovely way to celebrate yourself and getting through. Do you find that having the 10 diamonds feels ok to keep on all the time? I keep looking at it thinking it looks so exquisite it should be saved for special occasions! Of course I’m not going to do that though.

I’ve still had the odd moment where I’ve thought would I prefer to have some of the screws. I’m funny with brands, sometimes I like obviously branded things and sometimes I don’t. I suspect over time I’m more likely to want just the diamonds, I will only consider changing if I’m a year or two down the line and still wishing I had them. But I do love tha like you say it’s recognisable to those who know and is just a nice piece of jewellery to those who don’t.

For some odd reason we have some Christmas music on at the moment and the only thing I will say is that as nice as it is to have this bracelet, I do wish I had my parents back instead. But that’s why it will mean so much to me, it will always remind me of them.

 

[SilverBen]

Oh thank you for your lovely reply. I’m so happy to hear you have your 10 diamond and it brings you a lot of happiness. I’m sorry that you went through such a tough time, it’s a lovely way to celebrate yourself and getting through. Do you find that having the 10 diamonds feels ok to keep on all the time? I keep looking at it thinking it looks so exquisite it should be saved for special occasions! Of course I’m not going to do that though.

I’ve still had the odd moment where I’ve thought would I prefer to have some of the screws. I’m funny with brands, sometimes I like obviously branded things and sometimes I don’t. I suspect over time I’m more likely to want just the diamonds, I will only consider changing if I’m a year or two down the line and still wishing I had them. But I do love tha like you say it’s recognisable to those who know and is just a nice piece of jewellery to those who don’t.

For some odd reason we have some Christmas music on at the moment and the only thing I will say is that as nice as it is to have this bracelet, I do wish I had my parents back instead. But that’s why it will mean so much to me, it will always remind me of them.

I think giving yourself time to wear it for a few years you will be satisfied as I am with mine, but like you said if not you can always swap it out down the road for less diamonds. I suspect you won't feel the need to do so but really we are all so different and jewelry is so personal so either way do what makes you happy. Also sad to hear your loss, I have a very close friend who has recently lost her mother and I know its a very difficult time. Im sure your parents would be happy to know you are enjoying something that represents their memory, I would definitely say keep it on everyday and don't save it for special occasions only. These bracelets are very unique is how they become a part of your daily life.

 

[goodatlife]

Anyone have other feedback or photos of the 10 diamond love? I am considering this, as I don’t feel it is too flashy/recognizable like typical Love bracelet…

 

[Cat Fondler]

Hello @goodatlife . As I read through the above posts, I felt I was reading about myself, especially through @MsKaren ’s posts. I also bought a 10-diamond classic love (yg) in honor of my mom and I wear it every day. But back to your question…Not too blingy at all. the patina over time softens the look. As far as aesthetics I prefer it over the 4-diamond—it just seems off to me. I sometimes stack it with a classic no-diamond love. As you mentioned, I also like that it doesn’t scream love bracelet but where I live, not many are familiar with the bracelets. Regardless of their popularity, I’ve always liked symmetry in jewelry. This is a forever piece for me!

 

[MsKaren]

I had forgotten about this thread…have to be honest I did end up buying a 6 diamond love, I think that’s what my heart truly wanted, I have however kept the 10 diamond but I no longer wear it, however I can’t part with it! I purchased the 6 diamond out of my inheritance as well so it doesn’t feel any less meaningful or sentimental to me, it actually feels more special because the 6 diamonds represent my family members and my husband.

I still think the 10 diamond is absolutely stunning though and now I’m lusting after one in the small size, I saw a lady wearing one in Chanel on Bond Street and I fell in love, the diamonds were so sparkly. I’m running out of wrists though I have too many bracelets 😁