What do you guys think about a C de Cartier necklace? Is it worth the money for a 0.25 carat diamond?

[lill_canele]

Long story short, it’s not worth the money if you are concerned about diamond quality.

For those small diamonds, Cartier does not tell you the cut, clarity or color of the diamond so it’s difficult to tell how good the quality is. Though I’m sure it’s not like terrible quality lol.
If you’re looking for a simple solitaire diamond and want your money’s worth, go to a store that sells GIA certified diamonds.

For Cartier, we are paying extra for the brand. But if it’s the Cartier brand you want, then go for it.

tbh, for a simple solitaire, no one can tell what brand it is. Cus there’s no trademark design to it that ties it to a specific brand (like how recognizable a Cartier love ring or bracelet).

hope that helps!

Adding onto my first post. Based on the title of the OP, since we are talking about if it is worth the money?...

What are you looking for when you are inclined to buy a Cartier C necklace?

It's a diamond solitaire necklace.
There are only 2 components, the 18 k gold chain and the diamond.
How much money is going to the chain and how much is going to the diamond?

Here's the price of a Cartier Chain Necklace.


And here's a diamond solitaire that's 0.19 c.




If you buy it because you like the sparkle of the gold chain, IMO, money-wise you're getting a bit scammed because that chain is technically worth less than the diamond.

And you can buy a chain of that size for about half the price on Etsy. Obviously I can't guarantee that it is just as beautiful or sparkly as Cartier, but it's something to think about. (so it's better to go to a local jewelry store in person to inspect the items yourself, but this just comparing prices.)


If you're buying it because Cartier is the brand you like and this is the specific one that you want, and you know you're paying for the brand then that's a matter of personal preference. As long as you know what you want and you accept the price it is, then go for it!
I bought my Tiffany DBTY because 1) I am a Tiffany fan 2) I wanted this particular chain design and cut of diamond 3) I knew that I was paying more for the brand and did not mind paying the price.

At the end of the day, there is no right or wrong answer. Just go with what you are comfortable with and what makes you happy. Because that's all that matters right?

 

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For a diamond solitaire piece, there are a lot of similar settings, you could probably walk into most local jewelry stores and they have it.
But if you are looking for the exact same setting as Cartier, you either go to Cartier or you go to a jeweler an ask if they can do the same setting.

I have a Tiffany DBTY 0.28c necklace so I have no experience with the cartier version, but I think that as long as the necklace isn't too long (which it usually isn't), it won't have that much space to move around.
My Tiffany diamond settles right between my collarbone and doesn't move much unless I'm changing clothes or showering (or if I have a scarf close to my neck).
In terms of the diamond flipping over to the back by accident, never happens to me. I feel that it's when the diamond gets bigger and becomes more 3D (hence less flat/flush against the skin) that it may have a tendency to move or flip around.

Thank u so much for sharing this! Is yr tiff necklace in platinum? I usually wear WG so am not sure if the color will gel..

 

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I was more drawn to Cartier because of the quality of shine of the necklace and i like the fact there is 2 jump rings whereas tiff only has 1. But at the end of the day, if i just want a quality mini solitaire, i was thinking Tiff may be better.

 

[lill_canele]

Thank u so much for sharing this! Is yr tiff necklace in platinum? I usually wear WG so am not sure if the color will gel..

That depends if your WG is rhodium plated or not.
Non-rhodium plated white gold has a more warm hue that may look a tad bit yellow compared to platinum and rhodium plated WG.
I wear all kinds of gold together, including rhodium plated and non-rhodium plated WG, and platinum.



Here is my rhodium plated WG E-ring with my Tiffany platinum wedding band. Not too much of a difference. I’ve rotated my wedding band to show the metal since the other half is diamonds (so it may look a little worn). But color wise they are very similar.


Now here’s my rotated platinum wedding band again and the bottom of my e-ring. As you can see, the rhodium plating has worn off from wear to show the true color of WG.

Hope that helps!

 

[sassification]

That depends if your WG is rhodium plated or not.
Non-rhodium plated white gold has a more warm hue that may look a tad bit yellow compared to platinum and rhodium plated WG.
I wear all kinds of gold together, including rhodium plated and non-rhodium plated WG, and platinum.


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Here is my rhodium plated WG E-ring with my Tiffany platinum wedding band. Not too much of a difference. I’ve rotated my wedding band to show the metal since the other half is diamonds (so it may look a little worn). But color wise they are very similar.

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Now here’s my rotated platinum wedding band again and the bottom of my e-ring. As you can see, the rhodium plating has worn off from wear to show the true color of WG.

Hope that helps!

Thanks so much for sharing , seems like platinum may be better than WG actually!

I kind of regret my coco crush WG purchase, because i feel it is not as white as the VCA perlee WG ring and the 5 motif bracelet for some reason. They are all supposedly rhodium plated.. i had the VCA WG VIntage alhambra pendant but i find the chain too grey and am now looking to replace that gap but am threading carefully in case of another regret..!

I had the diamantes ledger necklace in small YG and i have sold it because i find there to be too much metal compared to diamond, though i love cartiers sparkly chain!

 

[lill_canele]

Thanks so much for sharing , seems like platinum may be better than WG actually!

I kind of regret my coco crush WG purchase, because i feel it is not as white as the VCA perlee WG ring and the 5 motif bracelet for some reason. They are all supposedly rhodium plated.. i had the VCA WG VIntage alhambra pendant but i find the chain too grey and am now looking to replace that gap but am threading carefully in case of another regret..!

I had the diamantes ledger necklace in small YG and i have sold it because i find there to be too much metal compared to diamond, though i love cartiers sparkly chain!

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Oh btw sorry for not answering your first question, my Tiffany DBTY is in yellow gold, so not helpful for photos lol.

I think your collection looks beautiful together btw. But if it really bothers you, you can get the rhodium replated!

 

[clcat120]

Once upon a time, C De Cartier had this collection, which I think is one of the most beautiful design and quality pieces…

 

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Oh btw sorry for not answering your first question, my Tiffany DBTY is in yellow gold, so not helpful for photos lol.

I think your collection looks beautiful together btw. But if it really bothers you, you can get the rh odium replated!

Thank u for all ur sharing and opinion! The difference in the shade is more obvious in real life.. i think i am just abit OCD in that regard. Oops! Haha. I still do enjoy wearing the coco crush because it is sooo comfortable. So i wear it on a different hand, and stack them only pccassionally..

I would love to see a pic of the DBTY, i completely cant decide.. overall quality wise, i prefer cartier. But i was thinking if i jus wanted a simple everyday necklace that has a bit of diamond, do i really need to go to Cartier.. both has their pros n cons. I prefer that cartier puts a serual number on each necklace and has the cert and all. Whereas Tiffany doesnt. I think cartier is easier to resell if i do ever change my mind in d future. Which i sometimes do, as i have realised!

 

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Once upon a time, C De Cartier had this collection, which I think is one of the most beautiful design and quality pieces…

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This is so edgy but elegant at the same time..

 

[lill_canele]

Thank u for all ur sharing and opinion! The difference in the shade is more obvious in real life.. i think i am just abit OCD in that regard. Oops! Haha. I still do enjoy wearing the coco crush because it is sooo comfortable. So i wear it on a different hand, and stack them only pccassionally..

I would love to see a pic of the DBTY, i completely cant decide.. overall quality wise, i prefer cartier. But i was thinking if i jus wanted a simple everyday necklace that has a bit of diamond, do i really need to go to Cartier.. both has their pros n cons. I prefer that cartier puts a serual number on each necklace and has the cert and all. Whereas Tiffany doesnt. I think cartier is easier to resell if i do ever change my mind in d future. Which i sometimes do, as i have realised!

Sure!

 

[sassification]

Sure!

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Beautiful! ♡♡ did you also check out or consider c d cartier version? What made you go with tiffany in d end? ? 0.28ct looks quite big!

Did you shorten the necklace? I like where it hits for you- i think i need around 15"..

Im considering 0.12 carat because i feel like if it is smaller, and it shifts to the right or left, it wont look that bad.. compared to my VCA pendant.. i also dont feel like paying for Tiffany's in house certificate that is why i rather just buy something below 0.18 carat..

 

[lill_canele]

Beautiful! ♡♡ did you also check out or consider c d cartier version? What made you go with tiffany in d end? ? 0.28ct looks quite big!

Did you shorten the necklace? I like where it hits for you- i think i need around 15"..

Im considering 0.12 carat because i feel like if it is smaller, and it shifts to the right or left, it wont look that bad.. compared to my VCA pendant.. i also dont feel like paying for Tiffany's in house certificate that is why i rather just buy something below 0.18 carat..

I did consider the Cartier version, but my priority was on the diamond. The minimalistic chain of Tiffany allows the diamond to be the main focus and makes the diamond look bigger.
I also considered price, and for 0.28 c, it was about $2200 USD (including tax). That was a much better deal to me than a 0.19 c Cartier version that cost around $2400.

0.28c is a decent size! I think the next one down was a 0.21c (they do have more variety but that was what was available at the time), and that looked too small to me.

I did not have it shortened, the whole necklace actually tends to rise up and sit in that area (I believe a few other members have mentioned this in the past, so it seems like it happens in general)

I am not aware that one needs to pay additional money for a Tiffany diamond certificate, I think it just comes with the purchase. I don't recall seeing any additional prices on my receipt.

 

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I did consider the Cartier version, but my priority was on the diamond. The minimalistic chain of Tiffany allows the diamond to be the main focus and makes the diamond look bigger.
I also considered price, and for 0.28 c, it was about $2200 USD (including tax). That was a much better deal to me than a 0.19 c Cartier version that cost around $2400.

0.28c is a decent size! I think the next one down was a 0.21c (they do have more variety but that was what was available at the time), and that looked too small to me.

I did not have it shortened, the whole necklace actually tends to rise up and sit in that area (I believe a few other members have mentioned this in the past, so it seems like it happens in general)

I am not aware that one needs to pay additional money for a Tiffany diamond certificate, I think it just comes with the purchase. I don't recall seeing any additional prices on my receipt.

Ah thank you for the quick replies! Do you know the color and clarity for your diamond? Oh, i guess what i meant was Tiffany's diamonds are certified in house, so it is not a GIA cert. I feel like i prefer paying for GIA cert at Cartier than Tiffany's cert. From what i checked now, 0.21 carat size cost around the same to Cartier now. It all boils down to the chain as well for me as tiffany uses platinum but i know Cartier chain sparkles, just like VCA..

I think i should try to find time to visit both boutiques to check the diamond out in person..

 

[sassification]

I tried out the necklaces today at tiffany and cartier.. tiffany's platinum chain underwelms me..

Here i am wearing the 0.22 carat from c d cartier.. i love the sparkling WG chain! I am ordering a 0.2 carat one from another outlet! I find it so much more sparkly than Tiffany DBTY

I just really also like that Cartier has 2 jump rings so i cant wear it longer and also choker style.. i even have a lifetime to decide if i want to shorten or lengthen it by 4cm

With Tiffany's price increases, it brings their DBTY very close to Cartier's pricing at the moment. For the same 0.19/0.2 carats, tiffany is only $40SGD cheaper. But of cos, tiffany uses platinum which is supposedly more expensive, but i just prefer the look of WG too much o.0

I think the DBTY looks more casual, girly, younger perhaps. However, the c d cartier has a square look due to the setting, and so far i havent seen it offered anywhere else (but i see lots of EP Bezel setting dupes around) so that is what made me steer towards c d cartier

 

[sassification]

Beautiful! I just purchased one as well. Prices are going up on solitaire pieces within a week or less. My SA just confirmed. anywhere from 10%-18% depending on the size and clarity of the stone.

Yes , prices definitely going up for Cartier solitaire pieces !