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Cartier Must 21
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Must 21 in stainless steel & gold plated. Quartz. 28 mm case size. With papers. Circa 1990s
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1990s Cartier Must Vintage

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Stainless Steel

Cartier Must 21 Man's Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier must 21 chronoscaph 38mm on white rubber & stainless steel band. Quartz w/subseconds, date
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20th Century Cartier Must Vintage

Cartier Must Trinity Watch 2735
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier. Must. Trinity Collection. Gadrooned bezel round dial wrist watch. Signed dial. Delivered
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20th Century French Cartier Must Vintage

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Vermeil

Cartier 'Must de Cartier' Crystal Gilt and Silver Mellon Inkwell
By Must De Cartier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Cartier 'Must de Cartier' Crystal Gilt and Silver Mellon Inkwell France, Circa 1989 Cartier 'Must
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Late 20th Century French Modern Cartier Must Vintage

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Crystal

Vintage Cartier Must de Vendome Leather Watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
timeless elegance of the Vintage Cartier Must de Vendome watch. Featuring a sleek black dial and
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1990s Cartier Must Vintage

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Sapphire, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Cartier "Must be Cartier" "Flamingos & Palm Trees" Silk Crepe di Chine Scarf
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier's "Must be Cartier" wonderfully bold, detailed "Flamingos & Palm Trees" silk crepe
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1990s French Cartier Must Vintage

Cartier "Must Be Cartier" Whimsical Multi-Color "Rings & Bracelets" Silk Scarf
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier's "Must be Cartier" wonderfully whimsical and beautifully colorful silk jacquard
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1990s French Cartier Must Vintage

Cartier Must De Cartier 21 Mid Size Steel and Gold accent Quartz Wrist watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Cartier, Must De Cartier 21 Mid Size Wrist watch, 31 M.M Stainless Steel 2 piece case
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1990s French Cartier Must Vintage

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Stainless Steel

Cartier, "Must-Trinity" Cutlery Set, 54 Pieces
By Cartier
Located in LYON, FR
"Must-Trinity" (silverplate and gold incrustation) cutlery set by Cartier for 6 people. Cutlery
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20th Century French Cartier Must Vintage

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Silver Plate

Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Cartier Tank Vermeil Watch: Timeless Elegance. Embrace refined luxury with the
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1980s Swiss Retro Cartier Must Vintage

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Vermeil

Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Manual Wind
Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Manual Wind
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H 1.21 in W 0.93 in
Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Manual Wind Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Cartier Tank Vermeil Watch: Timeless Elegance. Embrace refined luxury with the
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1980s Swiss Retro Cartier Must Vintage

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Vermeil

Vintage Cartier "Must de Cartier" Ronde Vermeil Quartz 30mm Gents' Watch, c90's.
By Cartier
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Being one of the most coveted & desirable timepieces, this iconic Must de Cartier Ronde is in
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1990s Swiss Cartier Must Vintage

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Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Cartier Tank Must GM Golden Black Precious
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier Must model Tank watch in vermeil (gold-plated 925/1000 silver), black background
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1990s French Cartier Must Vintage

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Silver, Stainless Steel, Gold Plate

Vintage Leather Suitcase "Les Must de Cartier" Burgundy Bordeaux Luggage
By Must De Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage leather suitcase "Les Must de Cartier" burgundy Bordeaux luggage. Cartier maroon leather
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cartier Must Vintage

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Leather

Cartier Les Must de Cartier Gold Rings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier "Les Must de Cartier" gold rings Three gold bands, 18 karat yellow gold; marked les must
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Late 20th Century Cartier Must Vintage

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Les Must de Cartier Gold Rings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier "Les Must de Cartier" gold band rings Three gold band rings, 18 karat rose, white, and
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Late 20th Century Cartier Must Vintage

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

"Must be Cartier" Silk Scarf
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This wonderful "Must be Cartier" silk scarf is finished with hand-rolled edges. Colors are bold
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1970s French Cartier Must Vintage

Cartier "Les Must be Cartier" "Sapphire" Silk Scarf
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier's "Les Must be Cartier "Sapphire" silk scarf is finished with hand-rolled edges
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1980s French Cartier Must Vintage

Vintage Must de Cartier crystal inkwell
By Cartier
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fine vintage Must de Cartier crystal inkwell. It is a melon shaped inkwell with a chunky ribbed
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Late 20th Century French Modern Cartier Must Vintage

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Crystal, Silver Plate

Vintage Must de Cartier crystal inkwell
Vintage Must de Cartier crystal inkwell
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H 2.5 in Dm 10 in
Authentic Must de Cartier Ballpoint Pen with Cartier Charm - A100783
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Must de Cartier Ballpoint Pen with Cartier Charm - A100783 Description: Elevate your
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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Cartier Must Vintage

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Silver Plate, Mixed Metal

Must De Cartier Tank Vermeil Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is an excellent vintage Must de Cartier manual wind vermeil tank watch. This watch is solid
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1970s Swiss Retro Cartier Must Vintage

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Vermeil

Must De Cartier Tank Vermeil Manual Wind
Must De Cartier Tank Vermeil Manual Wind
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H 1.07 in W 0.81 in
Cartier Cartier 21 Must de Cartier 9011 Gold Plated Steel Leather 31mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier Model: Cartier 21 Must de Cartier Reference Number: 9011 Country Of Manufacture
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1990s Swiss Cartier Must Vintage

21 Must de Cartier Quartz 28 mm Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Superb 21 Must de Cartier Quartz 28 mm Wristwatch Model: 21 Must de Cartier Movement: Quartz
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20th Century Swiss Modern Cartier Must Vintage

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Gold, Stainless Steel

Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Watch Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a great condition 1970's Must de Cartier Vermeil tank watch. The watch is powered by a
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1970s Swiss Retro Cartier Must Vintage

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Vermeil

Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Watch Manual Wind
Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Watch Manual Wind
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Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Watch Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a great condition 1970's Must de Cartier Vermeil tank watch. The watch is powered by a
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1970s Swiss Retro Cartier Must Vintage

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Vermeil

Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Watch Manual Wind
Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Watch Manual Wind
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Cartier Multi-Color Multi-Elephants Silk Jacquard "Must be Cartier" Scarf
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier's signature "Must be Cartier" wonderfully detailed multi-colored with "Multi
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1990s French Cartier Must Vintage

Must de Cartier Paris Leopard Blue Silk Scarf
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Collectors item Vintage Cartier scarf features scenes of gemstones, leopards, parrots and deers
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20th Century French Cartier Must Vintage

Must De Cartier Vintage Jacquard Silk Scarf Blue Border
By Cartier
Located in Rome, Rome
Elegant vintage Must de Cartier scarf. Main colors ae blue, red, white, yellow. 'Must de Cartier
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1990s French Cartier Must Vintage

Cartier 21 Must de Wristwatch, 28mm Steel & Gold, Quartz
By Cartier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cartier 21 Must de Wristwatch, Steel and Gold, Quartz Model: 21 Must de Cartier Movement: Quartz
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Cartier Must Vintage

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Gold, Steel

Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Vermeil Plaque Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Must de Cartier Tank Vermeil Plaque Quartz Watch - Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold plated sterling
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20th Century Swiss Cartier Must Vintage

Cartier Tank 18K Electroplated Must de Cartier Wood Dial Mechanical Watch 1975's
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier Model: Tank Year: 1975 – 1976 Reference: OT1894 Cartier introduced the Must De
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1970s Swiss Cartier Must Vintage

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18k Gold

Les Must de Cartier Vintage Leather Suitcase Burgundy Bordeaux Luggage
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage leather suitcase "Les Must de Cartier" burgundy Bordeaux luggage. Cartier maroon leather
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1960s French Cartier Must Vintage

Must De Cartier Tank Vermeil Manual Wind with Deployant Buckle
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is an excellent condition Must de Cartier vermeil tank watch. This watch is powered by an in
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1970s Swiss Retro Cartier Must Vintage

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Vermeil

Le Must de Cartier Vintage Playing Card Game Box, 1976
By Cartier
Located in Munich, DE
red 2-doors case. Les Must de Cartier playing cards were only sold from 1972-1976. The silk-lined box
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Cartier Must Vintage

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Leather, Paper

Cartier "Les Musts" Suede and Calf Leather Document Fold/Clutch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Suede and Calf Leather Clutch or Fold from the "Les Musts de Cartier " collection. Smart
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1980s French Cartier Must Vintage

Vintage Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter Gold Plated with Orange Laquer
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage Orange Gold Plated Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter This gold-plated Tortoiseshell
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1970s Swiss Cartier Must Vintage

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Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Gold Plate

Vintage Les Must de Cartier Trinity band ring, 18k gold, Boxed
By Cartier
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful vintage Les Must de Cartier Trinity ring. From the timeless classic range produced by
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Late 20th Century French Modern Cartier Must Vintage

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18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Le Must Vendome Trinity fountain Silver pen, Cartier, 90’s – France
By Cartier
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
. This pen is an exquisite gift for collectors and fans of collectible fountain pens, Cartier Le Must
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1990s French Cartier Must Vintage

Vintage Le Must De Retro Cartier Logo Lighter, 18k Gold Plated
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Lighter Gold plated 18k Gold Comes with original Cartier case In mint exterior and
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Late 20th Century French Retro Cartier Must Vintage

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18k Gold, Gold Plate

Carte da gioco in Confezione - Les Must de Cartier Paris - 1976 circa
By Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
Les Must de Cartier, prodotta solo tra il 1972 e il 1976. Ideale. per un regalo. Un vero oggetto da
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Cartier Must Vintage

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Textile, Paper

Vintage Les Must de Cartier Paris 18k Gold Plated Lighter, Circa 1980s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage and Retro Cartier gold plated lighter Circa 1980s A Les Must De Cartier Paris 18k gold
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1980s Swiss Art Deco Cartier Must Vintage

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18k Gold, Gold Plate

Le Must De Cartier Rare Vintage Retro “Trinity” Black Lacquer & Gold Lighter
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Rare TRINITY Black Lacquer & 18 K Gold plated lighter Circa 2000 In fantastic condition
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Late 20th Century French Cartier Must Vintage

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Gold, Gold Plate

Vintage Must de Cartier Silver Plated Vendome Crosshatch Cisele Ball Point Pen.
By Cartier
Located in High Wycombe, GB
One of the all time most beautiful and unique ball point pens by Cartier, the rare 80's version
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1980s French Art Deco Cartier Must Vintage

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Silver Plate

Vintage Les Must de Cartier Trinity Ring in 18 Karat Tri Coloured Gold
By Cartier
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Must de Cartier'. First produced by Cartier in 1924, the Trinity ring is said to have been first made
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20th Century French Modernist Cartier Must Vintage

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1989 Must De Cartier Silver Plated Yellow Gold Tip Ballpoint Pen 916988
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Must de Cartier ballpoint pen exudes timeless sophistication with its sleek and
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1980s French Contemporary Cartier Must Vintage

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Yellow Gold, Silver Plate

Set of 6 Trinity Placeholders "Le Must de Cartier" in 925 Silver 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Milano, MI
Set of six Trinity place cards in 925 Silver, "Le Must de Cartier" collection, made in the 1980s
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1980s French Art Deco Cartier Must Vintage

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Silver

Le Must de Cartier Very Rare Royking Lighter, 18k Gold Plating & Enamel Inlay
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Le Must de Cartier Very Rare Royking Lighter, 18k Gold Plating & Enamel Inlay Cartier “Royking
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Late 20th Century French Baroque Cartier Must Vintage

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18k Gold, Enamel

Le Must de Cartier Very Rare Royking Lighter, 18k Gold Plating & Enamel Inlay
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Le Must de Cartier Very Rare Royking Lighter, 18k Gold Plating & Enamel Inlay Cream and red color
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Late 20th Century French Art Nouveau Cartier Must Vintage

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18k Gold, Enamel

Les Must De Cartier Trinity Band Ring 18 Karat Rose, White and Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
1995 les must de Cartier Tricolor Trinity Ring - 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Cartier Must Vintage

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18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

80s les Must de Cartier Trinity Ring Sz 4 3/4 EU 49 18k Gold Vintage Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage les Must de Cartier Trinity ring crafted in 18k yellow, white & rose gold (circa 1980s
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cartier Must Vintage

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

les Must de Cartier 5 Band Trinity Ring Sz 5 1/4 EU 50 18k Gold Vintage Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage les Must de Cartier 5 band Trinity ring crafted in 18k yellow, white & rose gold (circa
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Late 20th Century French Modern Cartier Must Vintage

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier scarf
By Cartier
Located in Rubiera, RE
Cartier Le must de Cartier silk scarf cm. 90 x90 approx copyrigth no label hand rolled hem Darrk
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1980s Italian Cartier Must Vintage

Cartier scarf
Cartier scarf
H 35.44 in W 35.44 in
Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, by Cartier. This chic Cartier ring is perfect for elegant daily wear. Originally
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1970s Cartier Must Vintage

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ring
Cartier Ring
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Cartier Gold Box
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s, 18k, by Cartier, London. Stunning, rare, and authentic, this Cartier London 18k bi
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1950s English Cartier Must Vintage

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White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Gold Box
Cartier Gold Box
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W 1.88 in L 3.25 in
Cartier Playing Cards Box
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
Cartier logo, they are not sealed. Circa 1970s Les Must de Cartier playing cards were only sold from
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1970s French Cartier Must Vintage

Cartier Playing Cards Box
Cartier Playing Cards Box
W 4.34 in L 6.5 in
Vintage Leather Suitcase "La Bagagerie Paris" Burgundy Bordeaux Luggage
By Hermès, Must De Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Bagagerie Paris". Midcentury circa 1970s, Hermes and Les Must de Cartier style luggage.  
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cartier Must Vintage

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Leather

Cartier Styles et Stylos Hardcover French Edition, Cartier Creative Writing
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
stylos Must au succès des Diabolo de Cartier d'aujourd'hui, François Chaille a quitté les archives pour
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Must Vintage

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Paper

CARTIER SANTOS Sunglasses, CARTIER C decor 58/18 with Original Packaging
By Cartier
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
pics : authenticity certificate, leather case, red Cartier box, White Must de Cartier box Size Large
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1980s French Cartier Must Vintage

Cartier Trinity, Ref. W1010644 2735
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Trinity Vermeil Must De Cartier 925 Silver Ref. W1010644 2735 is a stunning women's
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20th Century French Cartier Must Vintage

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Blue Sapphire, Vermeil, Silver

Cartier Scarab Motif Bracelet 18k
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, Cartier, France. This superb 18k yellow gold bracelet by Cartier is part of the Egypt
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1980s French Cartier Must Vintage

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Cartier Must Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact cartier must vintage you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Making the right choice when shopping for a cartier must vintage may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing cartier must vintage — no matter the origin — is easy, but Cartier, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Rolex each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A cartier must vintage can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 56, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A cabochon version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. Most of our cartier must vintage for sale are for women, but there are 362 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Cartier Must Vintage?

On average, a cartier must vintage at 1stDibs sells for $1,750, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $108,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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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 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.
  • 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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