24/08/2026
I recently went to the Cartier exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria while I was back in Melbourne, and it was such a beautiful exhibition. I’ve always loved jewellery, so being surrounded by hundreds of incredible Cartier pieces, from early designs and amazing gemstones to tiaras, watches and those iconic panthers, was pretty special.
What I really loved was seeing the history and craftsmanship behind the jewellery, and how Cartier’s style has changed over more than 100 years while still being instantly recognisable. There were so many pieces I could have stood and looked at all day long, and the stories behind some of them made them even more fascinating. Just one highlight of my Melbourne trip, and a lovely excuse to combine two things I love: going back to Melbourne and looking at beautiful jewellery.
Enjoy!
Rachel
Gem Culture – second hand rings in New Zealand