CARTIER Nail Bracelet
In the early 1970s, Cartier enjoyed resounding success with the release of its Love jewelry line . In 1971, designer Aldo Cipullo invented another model, inspired by the industrial environment, which would also become a reference in the brand's catalog: Juste un Clou.
Literally representing a giant nail delicately wrapping around the wrist, this bracelet aroused the enthusiasm of several New York personalities, to the point of acquiring the worldwide fame that it currently enjoys.
Juste un Clou is now available in many different styles: in yellow, white or pink gold, set with diamonds… Castafiore offers several models, all authenticated by our founding experts: Anne Borde and Charlotte Rey. Indeed, since Cartier and Rolex watches remain the most counterfeited jewels in the world, it seems more important than ever to ensure that the jewel you are buying is not a replica.
What is the meaning of the studded bracelet?
The nail bracelet appeared in the 1970s thanks to an Italian designer who had moved to New York, Aldo Cipullo. Inspired by the industrial world, he wanted to make a simple, easy-to-wear piece of jewelry with a touch of boldness and originality, resembling a giant nail. The very first model was created in 1971 and closed with a screw system that could only be removed with a special key. The Juste un Clou bracelet was therefore even more difficult to remove, which increased its value. Since its launch in 1971, major celebrities have worn it, including Elizabeth Taylor, Andy Warhol and even Diana Ross.
Since its creation, the Juste un Clou bracelet has been available in several variations. It now comes in rose gold , white gold, stainless steel and even a version adorned with diamonds. It is the perfect example of how an everyday object can be repurposed to become a precious and original possession. This piece of jewelry is often worn in addition to other bracelets , for a bold look, composed of different colors and textures. Others prefer to wear it alone, in order to highlight it and draw attention specifically to the bracelet.
The range of Cartier nail bracelets
The Juste un Clou model now comes in several forms. Castafiore offers you a wide variety of bracelets from this collection, in white gold , yellow gold, pink gold and diamonds, to match all styles. This jewel is one of the must-haves for all fashion lovers, just like the rings and Love bracelets created by Cartier, which is why we are delighted to have it in our catalog.
All our products are also delivered with a certificate of authenticity, in order to guarantee you unique pieces, from high jewelry . With their experience in the world of luxury and auctioneers, our two expert founders are responsible for analyzing each piece of jewelry in detail.
How to check the authenticity of a Cartier bracelet?
A victim of its success that spans time and space, the Cartier brand has always been the subject of a huge number of counterfeits. Fortunately, several elements allow you to distinguish a real bracelet from a fake.
The serial number of the jewel
While older models do not have a serial number, more recent ones all have one. This is their identifier in the brand's database. This reference guarantees the authenticity of the jewel and also appears on the invoice. In practice, the serial number of a Cartier bracelet is located on the clasp or attachment. It is also better to check that this inscription is not thick or vague.
The Cartier stud bracelet case
Like all luxury brands, Cartier takes as much care with its products as with their packaging. When authenticating a piece of jewelry, the box in which it arrives must be given special attention. The bracelet must be in a crocodile-style grained leather case, with a velvet interior. The brand logo also appears, printed in a very fine and detailed manner. If you come into possession of a Juste un Clou Cartier bracelet supplied in its box and the box shows traces of glue or seems suspicious to you, it may be that the jewelry is not really a luxury product.
The visible patterns and engravings
As a manufacturer of fine jewelry, Cartier only offers jewelry of great finesse , with a high level of detail. Therefore, to authenticate a real Juste un clou bracelet, it is important to carefully observe the piece, its shapes and its patterns: the roundness of the nail head must be perfect, without roughness, and the engravings must remain impeccable. If the material seems thicker in places, if the inscriptions appear blurred or asymmetrical and if the Cartier name does not appear to be engraved with extreme precision, it may be a counterfeit.
The solidity of the jewel
The robustness of the jewel is also one of the first elements to observe to identify a replica. The closing system is particularly revealing: if it does not work well, does not seem perfectly aligned, if it does not hold well on the wrist, then suspicion is advised. Major brands use very studied processes to design exceptional jewels , very solid and durable over time, while counterfeiters use lower quality clasps, which immediately suggest the counterfeit.
Wear and traces of oxidation on the bracelet
To design exceptional jewelry, brands like Cartier use very specific materials of very high quality. However, replicas of luxury bracelets do not display the same concentration of gold or precious metals, so they oxidize much faster than the real thing. The alloys of Cartier jewelry are made to last for years, while counterfeits are much more fragile and wear out quickly. If, after a few months, the bracelet already loses its shine, there is no doubt, it is most likely a fake.