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Vintage Cartier Diamond And Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Dome Daphne Ring
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Diamond And Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Dome Ring. Stunning yellow gold
Category

1990s French Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Cartier Diamond Ruby Daphne 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Domed Ring EU51
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Diamond & Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Daphne Ring. Stunning yellow gold
Category

1990s French Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond And Blue Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Dome Daphne Ring
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Diamond And Blue Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Dome Ring. Stunning yellow
Category

1990s French Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier GIA Certified Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A truly stunning vintage Cartier GIA certified sapphire and diamond three stone ring set in 18k
Category

2010s Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Solid Gold Diamond Sapphire Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
and let this ring be a symbol of timeless glamour and refined style. Style this with a Cartier
Category

Vintage 1970s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Vintage Cartier Six Stone Diamond Love Heart Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier six stone diamond love heart ring in 18 karat yellow gold. The ring is designed
Category

Vintage 1970s European Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Dome Daphne Ring 62
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Large Size Vintage Cartier Diamond And Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Dome Signet Ring
Category

1990s French Signet Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Cartier Engagement Ring, 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A stunning vintage Cartier ring crafted in 18k white and yellow gold, adorned with 26 exquisite
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier 0.54ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
. Ring Size: 7 US, Resizable Signed: Cartier Metal: Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold Stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Signet Ring, c.1980s
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A stately Cartier gypsy sapphire and diamond ring dating to c.1980s. In the centre sits a gorgeous
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Diamond Ring 18k Tri Gold Signed Fine Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Cartier diamond ring crafted in 18 karat yellow, rose & white gold (circa 1980s to 1990s
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Cartier Pasha Amethyst and Citrine Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An extremely stylist vintage Cartier Pasha amethyst and citrine ring set in 18k yellow gold! In
Category

Early 2000s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier 1895 GIA Certified 1.24ct Solitaire Ring Set in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An extremely elegant vintage Cartier 1895 single solitaire engagement ring set in platinum. From
Category

2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Platinum

Vintage Cartier White Enamel Ring 18k Yellow Gold Band Signed Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Cartier enamel ring crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s). The Cartier ring
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Rare Vintage Cartier 18k Yellow Gold 2.10ctw Diamond Wide Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
Up for sale is this rare vintage Cartier diamond band ring crafted in France from solid 18k yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier 18k Gold Round Burnish Diamond 6.4mm Polished Wide Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a very well made diamond band ring that is crafted by Cartier in solid 18k yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Trinity Band 1995 18 Karat Tri Gold Estate Signed Ring
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Cartier Trinity band crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (with a rose, white and yellow gold
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Cartier Vivid Pink Tourmaline 18 Karat White Gold Tank Band Ring 49
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Pink Tourmaline 18 Karat White Gold Tank Ring. Stunning white gold ring with a 6mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Cartier Deep Purple Amethyst 18k White Gold Tank Band Solo Ring 51
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Purple Amethyst 18k White Gold Tank Band Ring. Stunning white gold ring with a
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Cartier Trinity Dome Ring Sz 6 Band 18k Gold Fine Signed Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Cartier Trinity dome ring crafted in 18 karat yellow, rose & white gold (circa 1990s
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Rare Vintage Cartier Vivid Pink Purple Rhodolite Garnet 18k White Gold Tank Ring
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Cartier Pink Purple Rhodolite Garnet 18 Karat White Gold Tank Ring. Stunning white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Band Rings

Materials

Garnet, Rhodolite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rare Vintage Cartier Ruby Diamond Corize Oval Cabochon 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very Rare Vintage Cartier Ruby & Diamond Corize 18k Yellow Gold Dome Ring Stunning yellow gold
Category

1990s French Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Wedding Ring Sz 10.25 3mm Band 18k Yellow Gold Signed Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Cartier wedding band crafted in 18k yellow gold. The classic Cartier band is 3mm wide
Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Wedding Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Ring c1945 Bombe Fluted Dome 14k Gold Sz 5.75 Shell Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Cartier bombe cocktail ring (circa 1945) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Enamel Snake Ring Sz 6 18k Yellow Gold Fine Signed Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Cartier enamel snake ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s). The elaborate
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Nouvelle Vague Paris Ring Diamond 18k White Gold Sz 6 Vintage c2000
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Cariter 'Nouvelle Vague' diamond ring crafted in 18 karat white gold (circa 2000
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Cartier Blue Aquamarine Square Cushion Cut 18k White Gold Tank Ring 48 J
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Fine Blue Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Tank Ring. Stunning white gold ring with
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Rare Vintage Deep Orange Citrine 18k Yellow Gold Tank Band Solo Ring 49
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Deep Yellow Orange Citrine 18k Yellow Gold Tank Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring
Category

20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Vivid Green Peridot 18 Karat White Gold Tank Band Solo Ring 51
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Vivid Green Peridot 18 Karat White Gold Tank Ring. Stunning white gold ring with a
Category

20th Century French Solitaire Rings

Materials

Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Cartier Deep Red Ruby Ellipse 18k Yellow Gold Oval Solitaire Ring 49 US5
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Deep Red Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring set with a
Category

1990s French Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Diamond Trinity Ring 18k Tri Gold EU 52 US 6 Signed Fine Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Cartier diamond trinity ring crafted in 18 karat yellow, rose & white gold (circa 1980s to
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond

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
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Platinum Diamond Baguette Round Wedding Band by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A vintage platinum diamond wedding band set with baguette and round brilliant diamonds by Cartier
Category

20th Century American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Cartier La Calda Panthère Panther Diamond Emerald Onyx Cocktail Ring White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Lisbon, PT
A rare Cartier Panthere diamond, emerald and onyx cocktail ring in 18kt white gold, France, 2000s
Category

Early 2000s French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Cartier Deep Vivid Aquamarine Square Cushion Cut 18k White Gold Tank Ring K 50
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Vivid Blue Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Tank Ring. Stunning white gold ring with
Category

20th Century French Band Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gold and Diamond Cartier Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful three-stone vintage ring. Made and signed by CARTIER. Very heavy gauge 14K yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1930s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Cartier 1970 Aldo Cipullo Geometric Toi Et Moi Ring in 18Kt Gold with Gemstones
By Aldo Cipullo for Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful geometric ring designed by Aldo Cipullo for Cartier. A very rare vintage Toi et Moi by
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist More Rings

Materials

Onyx, Rhodocrosite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond 3-Stone Petite Gold Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
perfectly with any of your other rings. This features a textured gold band that is still in great vintage
Category

Vintage 1960s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond

Cartier GIA-certified 1.14 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring, F Color, VS1 Clarity
Located in New York, NY
A stunning vintage Cartier engagement ring, featuring a 1.14-carat GIA-certified diamond with F
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

C de Cartier Diamond Ring Sz 5.75 Heart Band c2001 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage "C de Cartier" diamond heart ring crafted in 18k yellow gold. Diamonds total an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Tourmaline Ring 18k Gold French Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A colorful tourmaline ring made of 18k yellow gold. It’s a vintage bypass ring with two heart
Category

Vintage 1980s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Vintage Ring 18k Gold Yellow Sapphire
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A David Webb vintage ring, made of 18k gold, features yellow sapphire, diamond and enamel. A David
Category

Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Enamel Snake Ring 18k Gold Diamond Retro Buckle Band Vintage Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
flawlessly made into a slick and smooth jewelry piece. This vintage ring carries the Retro era vibes and is
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Louis Feron Citrine Ruby Ring 60s Vintage Band 18k Yellow Gold Sz 8.5 Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Louis Feron citrine & ruby ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1990 Diamond Zirconia Silver Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
its brilliance. The size and sparkle of the center stone make a bold statement, giving the ring an
Category

1990s Italian Engagement Rings

Materials

Silver

14K Solid Gold 1970s Quartz Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
that combines elegance with a touch of vintage flair. This ring features a solid yellow gold band with
Category

Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Quartz, Gold

1970s Native American Silver Onyx Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1970s Native American Silver Onyx Ring—a stunning cocktail ring that captures the
Category

Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Silver

1970s Synthetic Aquamarine Silver Plated Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Cocktail Ring. This vintage-inspired masterpiece features a generously sized, eye-catching synthetic
Category

Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Silver Plate

Jean Paul Gaultier Avant Garde Jumbo Statement Ring
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
masterpiece for those who appreciate avant-garde design. This striking ring features a large center stone with
Category

1990s Fashion Rings

Vintage Cartier Double C Penelope Gold Diamond Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage Cartier Double C 18k gold bracelet from Penelope collection. It's a mesh three-row link
Category

Vintage 1980s French Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Charm Bracelet 18k Gold French Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare vintage Cartier charm bracelet, made of 18 karat yellow gold, featuring gemstones
Category

Vintage 1980s French Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Earrings 18k Gold Clip-On Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of rare vintage Cartier 18k gold earrings with clip-on closure. The earrings have an amazing
Category

Vintage 1960s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Earrings 18k Gold Clip-On Estate Jewelry
Vintage Cartier Earrings 18k Gold Clip-On Estate Jewelry
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Vintage Cartier Brooch 18k Gold Flower Heart Design Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lavish vintage Cartier brooch of a flower design, made of 18k gold. This exuberant flower was
Category

Vintage 1970s French Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Gold Bracelet and Necklace Set 18k Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Cartier vintage 18k gold bracelet and necklace set. The pieces are crafted from tightly woven
Category

Vintage 1970s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Brooch 18k Gold Gems Enamel Pin Clip Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare vintage brooch by Cartier made of 18 karat yellow and white gold with gemstones and enamel
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Quartz, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Cartier Earrings c1945 Bombe Fluted Dome 14k Gold Shell Fine Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Cartier bombe cocktail earrings (circa 1945) crafted in 14 karat yellow
Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Brooch c1945 Bombe Fluted Dome Pin 14k Gold Shell Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Cartier brooch (circa 1945) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The stylish
Category

Mid-20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 70s Cartier Necklace Onyx Choker Sterling Silver 18k Gold Mabe Pearl
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Cartier onyx choker necklace finished with a sterling silver and 18 karat yellow
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterli...

Cartier Panthere Silverium Pendant Cartier Necklace 18k Gold Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. who are working with precious stones a lot, Cartier is strictly focusing on diamonds and different
Category

Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Vintage Cartier Rings With Stones For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of vintage cartier rings with stones. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 288 vintage editions and 50 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. The designs in our inventory of vintage cartier rings with stones bearing modern or retro hallmarks are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Cartier, David Webb and Aldo Cipullo for Cartier are consistently popular. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 106, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A selection of round cut, square cut and mixed cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of vintage cartier rings with stones, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Vintage Cartier Rings With Stones?

Prices for vintage cartier rings with stones start at $295 and top out at $433,581 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,692.

Cartier for sale on 1stDibs

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.

Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.

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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