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Cartier Monaco

Author Alexandra Campbell and Hervé Dewintre

Experience the glamour of the French Riviera through the magnificent works of the world’s most exclusive jeweler.

Cartier’s story in the Principality of Monaco is one of timeless beauty, deeply woven into the history of the Riviera. Nestled in one of the world’s most glamorous locations, Cartier opened its doors—drawing a distinguished clientele to Monaco’s sparkling shores. 

Among the most illustrious patrons was Grace Kelly, who became Princess Grace of Monaco upon her marriage to Prince Rainier III. Her long relationship with Cartier was symbolized by the creation of her stunning engagement ring in 1956, adorned with a 10.48-carat emerald-cut diamond. Numerous treasures designed by Cartier—including a dazzling diamond rivière necklace from 1953 and a tiara of rubies and diamonds from 1955—were offered as wedding gifts. Now, Cartier’s Monaco boutique has been revitalized, paying homage to the maison’s place in the principality’s history and reaffirming its commitment to its prestigious clientele on the Riviera. 

This book invites readers to explore a legacy of elegance and the beauty of the Mediterranean, which has inspired some of Cartier’s most splendid creations.

About The Author

Alexandra Campbell has published Villa Astor (2017), Hotel du Cap Eden Roc (2020), and Villa Cagni Troubetzkoy (2024), all published by Flammarion. Hervé Dewintre, a journalist specializing in jewelry and luxury fashion, is jewelry editor at Le Point.

  • Publish Date: January 27, 2026
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Category: Design - Jewelry
  • Publisher: Flammarion
  • Trim Size: 10 x 11-3/4
  • Pages: 208
  • US Price: $135.00
  • CDN Price: $180.00
  • ISBN: 978-2-08-048240-2
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"Cartier Monaco documents the coming together of one of the most sophisticated jewellers and one of the world’s most glamorous, sun-soaked destinations. Published by Flammarion—known for producing museum-quality art books—the book (above) overlays Cartier’s storied jewellery with the opulence of Monaco, creating a narrative steeped in European history, royal patronage, and Riviera allure. Archival photographs capture Monaco’s evolution from a belle époque enclave to a modern playground of culture and luxury, with Cartier jewels serving as sparkling witnesses to that transformation." — THEJEWELLERYEDITOR.COM

"This sumptuous volume traces Cartier’s enduring relationship with Monaco, where glamour, royalty, and Mediterranean light converged. From the maison’s early presence on the Riviera to its close association with Grace Kelly, the book reveals how landmark jewels—engagement rings, tiaras, and rivière necklaces—became woven into the principality’s modern mythology. Richly illustrated and historically attentive, it situates Cartier’s Monaco boutique not as a retail destination but as a cultural fixture, reaffirming the house’s role in shaping Riviera elegance across generations." — INDULGE

"Monaco not just served as a great retail point for the jewelry brand, but also an endless source of inspiration. This beautiful book details how the azure waters of the Mediterranean helped Cartier craft turtle brooches and palm tree necklaces, which have been much favored by its patrons around the world." — LUXURYFACTS

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