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Cartier London Black Enameled and Diamond Set Box, circa 1936
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier London black enamel and diamond set card case. A silver gilt and black enamel rectangular
Category

Vintage 1930s British Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Art Deco Cartier Diamond Jade Enamel Box
By Cartier
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Art déco rectangular CARTIER Box in yellow gold. The entire exterior part of the box is in black
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Cartier Diamond Jade  Enamel Box
Art Deco Cartier Diamond Jade  Enamel Box
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H 0.71 in W 1.58 in L 2.76 in
Enamelled Silver Gilt Box by Cartier, Paris, circa 1930
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Enamelled silver gilt box, Cartier Paris, French, circa 1930. A silver gilt box in black enamel
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Cartier, Art Deco Jade Multi-Gem Case
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1925. rose-cut diamonds, square jade plaque, round ruby, coral beads, black resin. Stamp
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Jade, Ruby

Cartier, Art Deco Jade Multi-Gem Case
Cartier, Art Deco Jade Multi-Gem Case
H 3.19 in W 0.44 in L 4.65 in
Cartier Ref 3930 Drive de Cartier Stainless Leather Strap Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Includes: -Cartier Box & Paper -Certified Appraisal -1 Year Warranty
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Cartier Art Deco Gold and Enamel Box
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Gold and Enamel Box A black enamel box containing a mirror and two compartments. Signed
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Cartier 1970 London Easter Egg Box Sautoir Necklace in 18kt Gold & Black Silk
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace sautoir designed by Cartier. A very rare, exceptional and inedit convertible necklace
Category

Vintage 1970s English Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 kt. Yellow Gold Cartier tank Francaise 2385 With Box and Papers
By Cartier
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt. Yellow Gold Cartier tank Francaise 2385 With Box and Papers in Perfect / Like new condition
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 3066 Pasha Seatimer Chronograph 18K Rose Gold Ceramic Box Paper 2019
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
: 42mm Includes: -Cartier Box & Paper -Certified Appraisal -1 Year Warranty SKU 20656
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier 3066 Pasha Seatimer Chronograph 18K Rose Gold Ceramic Box Paper 2019
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Crystal Case Size: 42mm Includes: -Cartier Box & Paper -Certified Appraisal -1 Year Warranty
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos Ref 4072 WSSA0037 Large Grey Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
: -Cartier Box & Paper -Certified Appraisal -2 Year Manufacturer Warranty from Original Purchase Date SKU
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Cartier Diamond Emerald Black Finish Gold Dame a La Black Panthere Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
White Gold,Black Finish Gold Comes with:Cartier box, case, cartier repair certificate (March 2019
Category

2010s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

18 kt White Gold Cartier Santos Demoiselle Ladies Wristwatch With Box and Papers
By Cartier
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt. White Gold Cartier Santos Demoiselle Ladies Wristwatch With Box and Papers in Top Condition
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 18K White Gold Ceramic, Black Lacquer, Panthere Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Important Cartier 18k White Gold Tsavorite Garnet, Onyx, Black Lacquer, Ceramic Panther de Cartier
Category

20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier “Trinity” 3 colour gold pendant with black silk cord
By Cartier
Located in Addlestone, GB
Cartier large Trinity pendant 3 Colour gold on black silk Cartier cord. Beautiful Cartier Trinity
Category

2010s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Trinity Diamond Black Ceramic 18K White Gold Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2196 Comes With Box Only Date 2016 Model B7224810 Serial Number BZ**** Metal 18k White Gold
Category

2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Panther Panthere Claw Diamond Black Onyx White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond & Black Onyx Panther Panthere Claw Ring by Cartier. This ring comes with
Category

1990s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Cartier Must De Cartier Vermeil Vendrome Watch
By Cartier
Located in San Fernando, CA
yellow gold plated Size 24mm excluding crown Ivory Cartier Dial with black Roman numerals Sapphire
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Vermeil

Cartier Santos Dumont 2651 White Gold Watch Black Alligator Strap
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
: Brilliance Jewels 2 Year Warranty Cartier Box & Papers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Stainless Steel Calibre De Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
, stainless steel smooth bezel, sapphire push pull crown, sapphire crystal, Dial: black roman Band: stainless
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Must De Cartier Vermeil Vendrome Watch
By Cartier
Located in San Fernando, CA
yellow gold plated Size 24mm excluding crown Ivory Cartier Dial with black Roman numerals Sapphire
Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Vermeil

Cartier Stainless Steel Ronde Solo De Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Dial: white roman dial Band: Cartier black leather strap, deployment clasp Serial #: 27285XXX Reference
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Panthere 18k Yellow Gold on a Black Cord Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
comes on the original black rope necklace, featuring with an 18 kt. gold clasp. Original Cartier box is
Category

20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Rotonde De Cartier Central Chronograph W1556051
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
movement. The watch is presented on an original Cartier black leather strap and is equipped with a white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Panthere Diamond and Black Lacquer 18 Karat Gold Pendant Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Cartier Panthère Diamond, 18 Karat Gold, and Black Lacquer Pendant Earrings—an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panther Bracelet, 18k Yellow Gold, Black Onyx and Tsavorite Garnet
By Cartier
Located in McLeansville, NC
. Width: 8.5 mm Weight: 16.7 dwts. / 25.9 grams Stamps: "750" *Cartier Panther* w/ box and papers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Garnet, Onyx, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Panthere Maillon Black Lacquer Diamond Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
and black enamel bracelet with double deployant clasp. Pre-owned with Cartier box. Wrist: 6.75 to 7
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier New York Cocktail Ring In 18Kt yellow Gold With Oval Black Jade
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring designed by Cartier. Beautiful ring, created by the iconic jewelry house of Cartier
Category

Vintage 1960s North American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Jade, Jade, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Cartier Black Stainless Steel Rubber Pasha Seatimer W31088U2 Men's Wristwatch 42
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Let this fine Pasha Seatimer wristwatch by Cartier accompany you with ease and luxurious style
Category

2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch W6920042
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Like new Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's Watch W6920042. Comes with an Original Box and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

CARTIER Panthere de Cartier Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This authentic exquisite Panthere de Cartier necklace features a panther pendant crafted in 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Chronoscaph W522981
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
case and crown set on a black alligator strap with 18k white gold Cartier deployant buckle. Manual w
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Platinum

Cartier 1994 Paris La Bague Perla Ring in 18Kt Gold Round Tahitian Black Pearl
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A pearl ring designed by Cartier. Modern and sleek piece created in Paris France by the house of
Category

1990s French Modern Band Rings

Materials

Black Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Cartier Rose Gold Diamond & Onyx Amulette De Cartier Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An 18k rose gold Cartier pendant from the Amulette de Cartier collection. The pendant comprises of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Panthere de Cartier Ring US 11
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier's Panthere de Cartier ring, 18K yellow gold set with black Lacquer, Peridots and Onyx
Category

2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Cartier Le Baiser Du Dragon white gold pendant on a black cord
By Cartier
Located in Addlestone, GB
in width and has a gross weight of 19.0 grams. Full Set: Box,Cartier certificate of authenticity
Category

Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Paris Rare Pelage Panthere Bracelet in 18Kt Yellow Gold And Black Enamel
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Modern Panthere Pelage bracelet designed by Cartier. A rare flexible bracelet made in Paris France
Category

1990s French Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Ballon Bleu W6920085
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
. With box. Ref W6920085. Fine Pre-owned Cartier Watch. Certified preowned Classic Cartier Ballon Bleu
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu W6920085
Cartier Ballon Bleu W6920085
W 1.26 in L 1.26 in
Vintage Cartier Black Ceramic and Diamond Link Bracelet Set in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
clasp Cartier, 750, with the serial number APK455. The piece is not accompanied with a box or papers
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Tank Américaine Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
wear on the strap. Comes with a large red Cartier box. All items have been previously used and present
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Cartier Double C-Band Ring Set in 18 Karat White Gold and Black Rhodium
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A stylish vintage Cartier double C band ring set in 18k white gold and rhodium. The piece is from
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Cartier Santos Dumont Watch (Large)
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A Cartier Santos Dumont Large Model 18ct Yellow Gold Wrist Watch on a black leather strap. Quartz
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Pasha Estate Watch - 2790
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The Cartier Pasha Estate Watch features a black dial paired with a black rubber strap and stainless
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Américaine Diamond Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Certificate of Authenticity Box: Cartier Watch Box Comments: There is some light scratching to the surface of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Cartier Paris 1935 Rare Art Deco Geometric Desk Clock in Black Onyx and Agate
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A desk clock designed by Cartier. A beautiful and sober desk clock, created in Paris France by the
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Agate, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Cartier Diamond Tsavorite Lacquer 18 Karat Yellow Gold Panthere De Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
Brand:Cartier Name:Panthere de Cartier ring Material:Diamond, tsavorite, black lacquer, 750 K18 YG
Category

Early 2000s French More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier "Must de Cartier" Ronde Vermeil Quartz 30mm Gents' Watch, c90's.
By Cartier
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
, that runs strong & accurate Joint to Cartier brand new black leather strap, completed by original
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Cartier Calibre de Cartier Diver 42mm Steel Blue Dial Automatic Watch WSCA0011
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
black color of the same model. Comes with an original box but paper is not included. * Free Shipping
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier 2529 Pasha de Cartier Diamond Grill Automatic Watch 18 Karat in Stock
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
size 6.5" wrist Movement: Automatic Additional Details: This item comes with the Original Cartier Box
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Cartier White Gold Diamond Panthere Tassel Pendant on a Cartier Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Panthere tassel pendant with black enamel, black onyx, and set with round diamonds is a
Category

20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Double-Headed Panthere Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier box.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond

Cartier Pasha Seatimer Chronograph 3027
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A yellow gold 42mm Cartier Pasha Seatimer wristwatch. Featuring a black dial with arabic numbers, 3
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ronde Louis Diamond Bezel Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
watch is fitted with a sapphire glass, a manual winding movement and a Cartier black leather strap
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Panthere de Cartier Tsavorite Enamel Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Panthere de Cartier 18k gold ring, decorated with tsavorite eyes and black enamel. Ring is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Dome Rings

Materials

Tsavorite, Gold, Enamel

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Tank Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
wrist. Pre-owned with Cartier box.
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Solo Stainless Steel W5200014 3169
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
with black Roman numerals. Stainless Steel Cartier bracelet; fit 7 1/2" wrist. Pre-owned with Cartier
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Divan XL Yellow Gold 2603
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
sword-shaped hands and Cartier's secret signature at V of VII. Equipped with a new Cartier black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Large 100 Estate Watch - W2020010
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The Cartier Santos Large 100 Estate Watch features black steel & titanium.  Original retail price
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Solo 3170 Full Set 2016
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier Tank Solo arrives with us as a complete full set with box, wallet and both manuals, one of which
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

 Cartier Tank Solo 3170 Full Set 2016
 Cartier Tank Solo 3170 Full Set 2016
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H 1.23 in W 0.91 in
Cartier 18 Carat Diamond-Set Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A lovely 18ct yellow and white gold diamond-set signed Cartier ring. The diamond-set centre
Category

1990s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate cartier black box for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from 18k Gold, Gold and Silver — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 11 vintage or 6 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect cartier black box may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A cartier black box of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 4, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a pear cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a cartier black box, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Cartier Black Box?

The price for a cartier black box starts at $1,506 and tops out at $29,000 with these objets-dart-vertu, on average, selling for $6,025.

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For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.

Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.

Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)

Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.

One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.

Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.

On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.

While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.

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Questions About Cartier
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The price of Cartier bracelets varies based on age, condition, and rarity. The least expensive versions of the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, can still cost around $4,000. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of Cartier bracelets for sale.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    As one of the top luxury jewelry houses in the world, Cartier uses some of the finest quality materials. The company uses 18k gold in their jewelry and real diamonds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cartier rose gold doesn't tarnish but over many years of wearing, rose gold generally is said to become darker. Rose gold allegedly becomes slightly yellower in tone, toward a traditional gold.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Today, the Cartier symbol, or logo, is the luxury house's name written in a clean serif font that mimics cursive handwriting. Typically, the logo is either black on white or white on a black background. Its refined and understated appearance references the high standards that have long been associated with this celebrated brand.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cartier is famous for producing jewelry and watches out of rare and luxury-grade materials and creating innovative designs, often packed with symbolism. Some of the jeweler's most famous pieces include the modern Love and Trinity bracelets and its custom-made antique and vintage jewelry like the Crocodile and Patiala necklaces. Find a range of Cartier jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    There are a few reasons why Cartier is so popular. For one thing, the French luxury house is known for its very long history of unparalleled prestige and quality craftsmanship. Cartier has been producing extraordinary jewelry, watches and accessories since 1847. While jewelry lovers have long been enthusiastic about Cartier’s elegant and streamlined designs for bracelets, rings, necklaces and other pieces, the brand is also known for innovation. It pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry, and its artisans were so mindful of trends in fashion that the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Later, Cartier’s Art Deco-era pieces would help define the movement with which they are associated. One of the brand’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch, one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. Today’s influencers continue to help popularize the brand, increasing the demand for certain pieces like Cartier buffalo horn sunglasses and the Cartier Love bracelet, an icon of modernist jewelry. Find a wide range of Cartier watches, jewelry and eyewear on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 1, 2024
    Yes, some Cartier watches are automatic but the legendary French luxury house also creates collections that include watches with quartz movements. Cartier’s iconic Tank collection, which includes the Tank Française, the Tank Louis Cartier and other models, features both quartz and automatic options for all kinds of collectors. Each of the watches in the Panthère collection, however, carries a quartz movement.

    While quartz watches are powered by a pre-installed battery and a high-frequency quartz crystal, automatic watches rely on a spring system and are self-winding. An automatic watch does not have a battery and is recharged on the wrist owing to the wearer’s movements during the day.

    It was Louis Cartier, grandson of Cartier founder Louis-François Cartier, who was responsible for bringing watchmaking to the venerable maison when he presented Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont with a wristwatch in 1904. 

    Although the pocket watch was the de rigueur men’s accessory of the day, Santos-Dumont found his own pocket watch hard to consult while keeping his plane aloft. Louis fashioned a timepiece with a flat, square case on a leather strap that could be referred to easily at a glance. Named in honor of Louis’s friend, the Santos was eventually produced for sale in 1911. 

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cartier watches are considered luxury watches. Cartier is a noted jeweler, taking that attention to detail and access to high-quality metals and jewels to their watches—they spare no expense and are highly desirable. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Cartier watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cartier pieces may be cheaper in Paris than they are in the U.S., but that's because of the exchange rate. Cartier doesn't price the pieces depending on the country.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A Cartier engagement ring can cost between $3,000 and $800,000. The price depends on the diamond's carat weight and quality.