Cartier Watches
King Edward VII of England called Cartier the “jeweler of kings and king of jewelers.” Established in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, the French maison was from its beginnings a darling of the aristocracy. But Cartier is also known for its luxury watches. It was the founder’s grandson, Louis Cartier, who cemented its reputation as a trendsetting watchmaker. In 1904, he made one of the first men's wristwatches for a friend, Brazilian coffee-plantation heir Alberto Santos-Dumont.
Although the pocket watch was the de rigueur men’s accessory of the day, Santos-Dumont, a pioneering aviator, found his own 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.
Deemed daring and modern, men’s wristwatches became a vogue among the elite. Capitalizing on his success, Louis released the Tonneau in 1906. Its barrel-shaped case, another departure from the traditional round pocket watch, was embraced by other savvy watchmakers and remains a perennial favorite.
However, the Tonneau was soon eclipsed by Louis’s most iconic design. During the First World War, he was so impressed by the Renault tanks he saw on the Western Front that in 1917, he created a watch inspired by their industrial forms — the Cartier Tank watch.
Louis’s inventive streak didn’t stop at men’s watches. In 1906, he took a traditional round ladies’ case and stretched it into an elegant oval. The style was later dubbed the Baignoire for its resemblance to the elongated curves of a bathtub. In 1914, he commissioned artist George Barbier to illustrate an invitation to an upcoming exhibition. The resulting Dame à la panthère marked the debut of the animal that would become synonymous with the house.
That same year, Cartier introduced its first jewel incorporating the panther motif: a diamond watch with onyx spots, the inspiration for the current women’s Panthère model. After Louis’s death, in 1942, his legacy continued in the brand’s penchant for timepieces with unusual shapes. Its ultimate expression may be the Dalí-esque Crash watch, introduced in 1967 and said to be modeled on a Baignoire pulled from a car wreck.
Browse an expansive collection of unique Cartier wristwatches and pocket watches today on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Cartier
Cartier Santos Large W2SA0009 Ref 4072 18K Yellow Gold Steel Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: W2SA0009 Ref 4072
Year: 2021
Model: Cartier Santos
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: Silver...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Cartier Panthere Large W25039L6 Two Tone W/Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Large W25039L6 / 1060 Mens Watch. 29mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold smooth bezel. Grey dial with gold steel hands and gold Roman numeral hour markers. T...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Paris 18Kt Solid Gold Ceinture Ladies Watch circa 1980's Hallmarked
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Paris
STYLE / REFERENCE: Ceinture Octagon
METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 25mm X Width 25mm
MOVEMENT / CALI...
Category
1980s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 1630 Quartz Tank Obus, 1990's
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier
Model: Cartier Tank Obus 1630
Year: 1990’s
Serial Number: CC6xxxx
Reference: OT2238
Case: 25 x 25 mm 18K Yellow Gold Case. Shows signs of wear with slight polished ...
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Baignoire De Mini 18k Yellow Gold Silver Dial Ladies Watch GBA0021
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Unworn. Comes with original box, no papers.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Solo W5200005 Stainless Steel Leather Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301293
Comes With Box Only
Date 2018
Model W5200005
Serial Number 31**********
Metal Stainless steel
Weight Approximately 30.43 g
Condition Excellent
Other Info Approximate dim...
Category
2010s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Solo 18k Rose Gold Brown Leather Wristwatch W5200024
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301301
Comes With Full Set Cartier box and Cartier card
Date 2024
Model W5200024
Serial Number 31**********
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Weight Approximately 31.4 g
Condition Excellent
...
Category
2010s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Panthere Midsize 3 Row Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Midsize Ladies Watch. 27mm Stainless Steel case with 18K yellow gold smooth bezel. Off-White dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Minute ...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
2024 Cartier Santos de Cartier Large WSSA0062 4072 Green Dial Steel Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: WSSA0062 / Ref 4072
Year: 2024
Model: Cartier Santos de Cartier
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Dial: Green
Face: ...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Cartier Tank Must 29.5mm Roman Silver Dial Calf Skin Steel Quartz Watch WSTA0110
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Louis Cartier created the Tank watch in 1917. A legend was born. The first prototype was presented as a gift to General Pershing some years before the watch was introduced into the m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Dumont 31 Sunray Silver Dial Steel Alligator Skin Watch WSSA0085
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
In 1904, Louis Cartier granted the famous Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos Dumont's wish to tell time while flying. The birth of one of the first-ever wristwatches sealed the bonds o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage Cartier Tank 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Cartier Tank 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch - Mechanical. 18K Yellow gold ; blue sapphire cabochon in crown (24mm diameter). White dial with black Roman numerals. Black Cartie...
Category
20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 18K Yellow Gold Watch WGTA0113 4456
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 18K Yellow Gold Watch WGTA0113 4456 - Quartz. 18K Yellow gold case (27mm x 32mm). Golden sunray dial, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, sapphire crystal....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Vintage Cartier Santos Watch. Santos de Cartier Octo 187903 Sterling and 18k
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Santos Sterling Silver and 18k Yellow gold.
Ref 187903
QUARTZ.
Condition: New battery installed. Serviced and New battery replaced. Original ...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, Sterling Silver
Cartier diamond 18k white gold "Tank Américaine" watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Cartier "Tank Américaine" watch dazzles with 1.30 carats of diamonds, elegant 18k white gold craftsmanship, and iconic design.
Brand: Cartier
Movement: Quartz
Center st...
Category
20th Century Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Paris gold plated Tank watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Cartier Paris Tank watch exudes timeless sophistication with its manual movement, gold-plated case, and elegant burgundy leather strap.
Brand: Cartier Paris
Movement: M...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, Silver
Cartier Pasha de Cartier Men's Stainless Automatic Watch 42mm #20309
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier Pasha de Cartier Men's Watch
Model: 2860
Serial: 21401NX
This men's Cartier Pasha watch is set in stainless steel
Case is 42mm
White ...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Calibre de Cartier Ref. 3389 Stainless Steel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Cartier
Model Name: Calibre de Cartier
Model Number: 3389
Movement: Automatic
Complications: Hours and Minutes, Seconds
Style: Casual, Sport
Case Material: Stainless Steel
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier NY Tank 18k Yellow Gold 1980's by Bueche Girod
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank 18K yellow gold watch. 23.3X30.7mm, lug to lug, case size with smooth bezel. White dial with black Roman numeral hour markers. Aftermarke...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tank Louis Cartier Large WA3001A7 Diamond Dial and Bezel Cartier link bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Louis large. 23.7X30.7mm, lug to lug, 18K yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel. Cream diamond "string" dial with gold tone hands and Roman numeral & diamond hour marker. Factory 18K yellow gold fluted bracelet...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Tank Paris 18K Yellow Gold & Pave Dial Bezel Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Paris Ladies Watch. 24mm 18K yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel. Factory pave dial with blue steel hands. 18K yellow gold associated bracelet with 18K yellow go...
Category
1970s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Libre Temps Moderne de Cartier Unisex Watch 3416
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Libre Temps Moderne de Cartier Unisex Watch 3416 - Total 508 brilliant cut diamonds, approximately 3.7 carats.. 18K white gold case (42.5m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Rotonde 40mm Steel Silver Roman Dial Mens Automatic Watch WSRO0002
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Excellent condition. Unworn band. Comes with original box no papers.
General Information:
Brand: Cartier
Model: Cartier Rotonde
Model Number: WSRO0002
Type: Wristwatch
Sty...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Ref. 2656 Two Tone Steel 18k Gold 38mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model Name: Santos 100
Model Number: 2656
Movement: Automatic
Case Size: 38 mm
Dial Color: White
Metal: Stainless Steel / 18k Yellow Gold
Hour Markers: Roman N...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Declaration 16 X 31mm 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Titanium Ladies Watch 2611
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned and in good condition. the band has some small cracks.
General Information
Brand: Cartier
Type: Wristwatch
Department: Women
Model Name: Cartier Declaration
Model Number:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Titanium, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu 33mm Rose Gold Steel Diamond MOP Dial Watch WE902077
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Preowned like new condition. It comes with an original box and manual.
General Information
Brand: Cartier
Type: Wristwatch
Department: Women
Model Name: Cartier Ballon Bleu
Model Nu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, Steel
Cartier Panthere W25040L6 Two Tone V-Link Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere W25040L6 / 1070 Ladies Watch. 22mm 18K yellow gold case. 18K yellow gold smooth bezel. Gray dial with gold hands and Roman numeral hour markers. 18k yellow gold & st...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Panthere WF4037B9 Large 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Large Watch. 29mm 18K yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel. Off-White dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Minute markers on the i...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Panthere Les Styles W2504431 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Les Styles W2504431 / 1070 Ladies Watch. 22mm 18K yellow gold case. 18K yellow gold smooth bezel. White dial with blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour markers. Bl...
Category
1990s Art Deco Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Paris Mini 0630 18K Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Bezel Quartz Ladies
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Mini 0630 Ladies Watch. 15mm 18K yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel. Off-white dial with blue steel hands and roman numeral hou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Tortue WA507031 18K Rose Gold & Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tortue WA507031 / 2645 Ladies Watch. 28mm 18K rose gold case with factory diamond set. Silver dial with blue hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Dark-Brown strap with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Louis 18k Model 78086 Manual Winding Ca' 1980's Classic!
By Cartier
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A classic Cartier tank model 78086, manual wind movement. Made ca' 1980's, 18k gold, with an original leather strap/buckle. Also included is the original box. A nice, clean, unpolish...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Pasha W3004856 Automatic 18k Yellow Gold W/Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Pasha W3004856 Watch. 35mm 18k yellow gold case with a stationary bezel. Patina dial with blue steel hands. Magnified date. 18k yellow gold chained crown cover with blue cabo...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Panthere Large W25014B9 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Large Watch. 29mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold smooth bezel, and solid gold case back. Off-White dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Panthere de Cartier Medium Yellow Gold 8839
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A medium Panthère de Cartier wristwatch in yellow gold by Cartier. Featuring a silver dial with a date display, Roman numerals, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, and a secret Cartier s...
Category
Late 20th Century French Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu W6920033 Mother of Pearl Steel/18k Rose Gold 36mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model Name: Ballon Bleu
Reference Number: W6920033
Movement: Automatic self-winding movement
Material: Stainless Steel / 18k Rose Gold
Dial: Mother of Pearl with Black...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Pearl, Rose Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Stainless Steel Watch W51011Q3 2465
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Stainless Steel Watch W51011Q3 2465 - Quartz. Stainless steel case (25mm x 30mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals; date at 3 o'clock. Stai...
Category
20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Panthere Mini WF3141B9 18K Yellow gold Diamond Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere 2360 ladies watch. 17mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold bezel & diamond set. Off-White dial with Blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour markers. 18K yello...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Large W50001R2 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Francaise W50001R2 / 1840 Mens Watch. 28mm 18K yellow gold case. Ivory dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Date display at the 6 o'clock pos...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Universal Geneve Mid Century Ladies Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Exceptional vintage Cartier Universal Genève manual wind dress watch in 18k yellow gold circa 1960's. This special ladies timepiece features an intricately crafted weaved band with a secure clasp and a safety chain. The clasp also allows for minor adjustments making the bracelet able to fit 6 ¼” to 6 ⅜” Inches. This dress watch is reliable, accurate, and timeless. It is designed specifically for women who appreciate both style and substance. Adorn your wrist with this stunning Cartier creation and embrace the allure of exquisite craftsmanship.
Length: 14mm
Width: 14mm
Band width at case: 10mm
Case thickness: 7mm
Band: 18k yellow gold weaved band...
Category
Mid-20th Century Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos 100 Watches
By Cartier
Located in Vannes, FR
Cartier Santos 100 Watch
Discover this stunning Cartier Santos 100, an iconic model from the house of Cartier, dating back to 2006. An exceptional timepiece that combines elegance...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Retro Cartier Watches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Paris vintage Yellow Gold Classic Tank Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Cartier Paris Ladies Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 27 X 20 M.M 18K Yellow Gold 2 piece case. Cartier mechanical, manual wind movement, Sapphire set crown, White dial with Blac...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Baignoire Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire set
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
We are pleased to offer this Cartier Baignoire diamond, ruby, and sapphire-set yellow gold wristwatch. The Baignoire design, first introduced by Cartier in the 1950s, is known for it...
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Cartier St Petersburg Tutti Frutti Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This gem set Cartier St Petersburg is in amazing condition. The 15mm yellow gold case is set with four baguette diamonds on either side of the engine turned...
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis 18k Gold Deployment Buckle
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Experience timeless luxury with this Cartier Tank Louis in 18k solid gold, featuring a classic rectangular case, iconic Roman numeral dial, and blued steel hands. The watch is enhanced with a signature blue sapphire cabochon crown and paired with a “Made in France” black leather strap and an 18k gold deployment buckle for secure elegance. Powered by precision movement, this masterpiece blends Cartier’s renowned craftsmanship and sophistication, making it a perfect collector’s piece or daily statement of style. A rare gem for discerning buyers!
Elegant Cartier vintage Tank watch...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Calibre De Cartier Diver Stainless Steel and Rose Gold Bezel Watch 42 mm
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Cartier
Model Name: Calibre de Cartier
Model Number: W7100055
Movement: Automatic
Complications: Hours and Minutes, Seconds
Style: Casual, Sport
Case Material: Stainless S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire
Cartier Tank Americaine Ladies White Gold W26019L1 1713
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Americaine Ladies White Gold W26019L1 1713 - Quartz movement. 18k white gold case with 2-row factory diamond bezel (19 mm x 35 mm ). Guilloche silver colored with black...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
90's Cartier Must 21 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful vintage Cartier Must 21 steel watch Quartz
Condition : good
Made in Switzerland
Model: Must 21
Material : mat and shiny steel
Hardware : steel and gold plated metal
Moveme...
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Steel
Ronde Louis Cartier 18K White Gold & Diamond Bezel W/ Service Papers dated 2023
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Ronde Louis Cartier Ladies Watch. 29mm 18K white gold case with factory diamond bezel. White dial with blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Santos Galbée Automatic Stainless Steel Watch Ref 2319
By Cartier
Located in Baltimore, MD
Cartier Santos Galbée Automatic Stainless Steel Watch Ref 2319
Metal: Stainless steel
Model: 2319
Case: 29 x 41mm
Size: Fits up to 7 inch wrist clasped
Dial: White
SKU: RDLT 111037-1
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Very Rare Platinum Santos Wrist Watch Signed European Watch Co C.1925
By Cartier
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents:
An exquisite and rare Cartier heavy Santos wristwatch from 1925. Crafted in Switzerland, this timepiece embodies the elegance of the early 20th centur...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Cartier Watches
Materials
Platinum
Cartier Mini Pasha 'Diamond Case'
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Originally designed for the Pasha of Marrakech, this is the Pasha de Cartier. This 27mm 'mini' with a diamond set bezel is in superb condition, and is fitted to a solid 18ct rose gol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
Cartier Tank Anglaise 'Steel & Rose'
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
One of the most recent additions to the Tank collection, the Tank Anglaise was released featuring rounder case edges and an octagonal concealed crown. It still however sports the cla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Tank Francaise Ladies 2384 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2384
Model: Cartier Tank Francaise
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Dial: Ivory White
Face: Sapphire C...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Solo XL W5200028/3800 Stainless Steel Mens Watch Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Solo XL W5200028 / 3800 Mens Watch. 31mm X 40.5mm lug to lug, stainless steel case. Silver dial with blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour markers. The date is display...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Galbee Midsize Steel Quartz Watch W20060D6 1564
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos Galbee Midsize Steel Quartz Watch W20060D6 1564 - Quartz. Stainless steel case (28mm x 40mm). Silver dial with blue Roman numerals; date at 6 o'clock. Stainless steel ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Paris Rose Gold Tonneau shaped Large ladies watch. Circa 1996
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Cartier Paris Rose Gold Tonneau, Rare #44 of production. The watch measures 39 x 21mm (without crown). This is a large woman's watch. The watch has a guilloché dial with painted b...
Category
1990s French Art Deco Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu WE902027 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu WE902027 / 3002 Mens Watch. 36mm 18K yellow gold case. 18K yellow gold bezel. Silver dial with blue steel hands and factory diamond hour markers. Minute markers o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs
1stDibs offers a range of Cartier watches. These unique items were designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While searching for the most stylish antique or vintage Cartier jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Cartier diamond watches can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, from our inventory of 221. This collection contains 1,093 pieces as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. Modern and contemporary are among the most popular styles of Cartier watches on 1stDibs. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 21st Century and Contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider watches by Bulgari, Patek Philippe and Chopard. Cartier watches can vary in price, gemstone, time period and other attributes. Price for these items starts at US$795 and tops out at US$1,400,000, while pieces like these can sell for US$7,916 on average.
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Questions About Cartier Watches
- Are Cartier watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 1, 2024Yes, 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.
Find vintage Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs. - What does Must de Cartier mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Must de Cartier means "Cartier, It's a Must." The advertising slogan of the French luxury jewelry maker was created by former Cartier President Robert Hocq during the 1970s. In 1974, he partnered with Alain-Dominique Perrin to create a line of watches inspired by the saying, the full text of which is "Le Must de Cartier." On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Cartier watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Princess Diana actually wore more than one Cartier watch. The Princess of Wales's father, John Spencer, the 8th Earl Spencer, reportedly once gifted her a Cartier Louis Tank watch with an alligator leather strap. During the late 1990s, Diana frequently sported a yellow gold Tank Française. Prince Andrew received the watch after her death and presented it to his now-wife Meghan Markle. Also, she sometimes wore a Panthère de Cartier, a gift from Dodi Fayed. Shop a wide range of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Who makes Cartier watch movements varies. The luxury maker does produce some of its movements in-house, such as the 1904 MC, the 1847 MC and the 1917 MC. In addition, it has also utilized movements manufactured by other makers, including ETA, Piaget, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Audemars Piguet, Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier, Rolex and Girard-Perregaux. Find a diverse assortment of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Cartier watches popular?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024While trends in collecting do change over time, Cartier watches generally remain popular. The luxury maker produces 400,000 to 500,000 timepieces per year and was the second-largest luxury maker in terms of gross sales after Rolex in several years, including 2023. Some of the best-known Cartier watches are the Cartier Tank, the Panthère de Cartier, the Santos de Cartier, the Ballon Bleu de Cartier, the Calibre de Cartier, the Drive de Cartier and the Pasha de Cartier. Find a wide range of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024The watch that the Cartier Crash may have been based on is the Cartier Maxi Oval, also known as the Baignoire Allongée. One theory is that the watch's creators, Jean-Jacques Cartier and Rupert Emmerson, became inspired to create the Crash after seeing a damaged Maxi Oval that a customer brought in after he was involved in a car accident. Another theory is that the designers drew inspiration from Salvador Dalí's famous work, The Persistence of Memory. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Cartier watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024How much the Cartier Crash watch costs varies. Contemporary editions of the avant-garde timepiece typically sell for tens of thousands of dollars, while select vintage and limited-edition models may fetch selling prices of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Jean-Jacques Cartier and Rupert Emmerson designed the Crash watch, which debuted in 1967. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Cartier watches.
- Is a Cartier watch worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Many watch lovers believe that Cartier watches are worth it. The French luxury house is one of the most well-known and internationally revered watchmakers in the world. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch, one of the world's first modern wrist watches for men. Cartier’s other famous watches include the Tank watch, inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Cartier watches is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Cartier watches and other watches for sale on 1stDibs.
- Why Cartier is so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021One of the reasons Cartier is so expensive is because, since its inception in 1847, the brand has had a massive celebrity fan base that spans royals, movie stars, singers and socialites. The brand also uses the highest quality metals and gems in their pieces, rendering them expensive to produce. Lastly, most Cartier pieces are easy to identify, making brand recognition a key factor in the brand's exclusivity.
- Why is Cartier so popular?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024There 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.
- What is Cartier Vermeil?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cartier Vermeil means a timepiece made by the French luxury jewelry house of Cartier out of a material called vermeil. It is a precious metal produced by combining genuine gold and silver. Shop a variety of Cartier Vermeil watches on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier Vendôme?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The meaning of Cartier Vendôme varies. Most often, the term describes a line of watches made by the French luxury jewelry house. However, the company has also produced sunglasses and wedding jewelry with the style name Cartier Vendôme. Shop a variety of Cartier Vendôme watches on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier famous for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cartier 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.
- What is the Cartier logo?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The Cartier logo is a pair of interlocking Cs. However, many people associate the panther with the French luxury jewelry maker more than its actual logo. Louis Cartier incorporated the feline figure into its design lexicon. In 1914, Cartier hired illustrator George Barbier to design advertisements for the jewelry house. Barbier drafted a drawing that featured a glamorous woman with an elegant panther at her feet, and Cartier loved it. He had an additional connection to the panther in the form of his alleged romantic interest, fellow Cartier designer Jeanne Toussaint, who adored the animal so much that she decorated her apartment with furs and donned a coat of panther fur. Cartier gave her the long-lasting nickname Panthère. Since then, Cartier has offered watches, bracelets, necklaces, brooches and earrings inspired by the panther. Find a diverse assortment of Cartier jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is the Cartier symbol?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Today, 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.
- Is Cartier the same as Rolex?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024No, Cartier is not the same as Rolex. Louis-François Cartier founded Cartier in Paris in 1847. Some of its most iconic watches include the Tank, the Santos, the Ballon Bleu, the Calibre de Cartier and the Drive de Cartier. Hans Wilsdorf established Rolex in London in 1905. Today, the maker is well-known for its sophisticated watches, including the Submariner, the Daytona, the DateJust, the Oyster Perpetual and the GMT-Master II. Find a selection of Cartier and Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025Cartier is special for at least a few reasons. The French luxury brand is one of the most well-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world.
Cartier has helped create style trends over the course of its long history, including playing a prominent role in defining Art Deco jewelry. The brand designed one of the first modern wristwatches for men — the Santos de Cartier — and its Panthère motif and Love bracelet are universally renowned among lovers of fine jewelry.
Additionally, it should come as no surprise that Cartier engagement rings are among the most desirable on the jewelry market for those hoping to be betrothed. The house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds.
Find Cartier jewelry for sale on 1stDibs. - Are Cartier watches respected?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, Cartier watches are respected by many collectors due to their innovative designs, reliable mechanisms and fine craftsmanship. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch—one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. Louis Cartier designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, the popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying. Another of Cartier’s famous timepieces is the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of Cartier watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cartier only uses high-quality diamonds in their jewelry designs. The brand works only with gemstones that rank as Very Good or Excellent for cut and between IF and VS2 for clarity according to GIA standards. On 1stDibs, find a range of Cartier diamond jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023The most popular Cartier jewelry is open to debate. Because the French luxury jewelry maker has produced many iconic lines and style trends change over time, it can be difficult to state which is the most popular at any given moment. Some highly sought-after Cartier pieces include those from the Love, Trinity and Panthère de Cartier collections, as well as the Juste un Clou bracelet. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Cartier jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023There are a few things that are special about the Cartier Santos watch. One is its history. When it debuted in 1904, it was one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. Louis Cartier designed the timepiece for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying. A unique feature of the Santos is that it comes with both a bracelet and a leather strap, plus a tool that lets you easily swap out the components. Also, many people appreciate the watch’s timeless details, which haven't changed much since its inception. Shop a large selection of Cartier Santos watches on 1stDibs.
- What diamonds does Cartier use?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Cartier exclusively uses diamonds from classes D through H to ensure that the gemstones are colorless and have little or no fluorescence. Their high standards contribute to the quality of the luxury jewelry maker's pieces. Shop a collection of Cartier diamonds from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Cartier Crash?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Rupert Emmerson and Jean-Jacques Cartier designed the Cartier Crash watch. It debuted in 1967. The classic Cartier Oval provided a starting point for the watch, and its crumpled dial reflected the mod fashion trends of the 1960s. Shop a variety of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Cartier panther, or panthère, is a symbol of fierce femininity, luxury and sophistication. Cartier continues to produce high-quality jewelry that features its panthère motif, highlighting the brand's creativity. Find a wide range of Cartier pieces, including panthère, on 1stDibs.
- What gold is a Cartier bracelet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Most Cartier bracelets are 18-karat gold. Some pieces like the acclaimed Love bracelet come in yellow, rose and white gold. In addition, Cartier makes some of their bracelets out of platinum. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of Cartier bracelets.
- What is Cartier jewelry made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024Cartier jewelry is made of a variety of carefully selected materials. For metals, the French luxury jewelry maker typically uses platinum or 18-karat yellow, white or rose gold. With respect to the color of its diamonds, Cartier selects diamonds from classes D through H to ensure that the gemstones are colorless and have little or no fluorescence. Some pieces feature genuine leather, Akoya pearls and other fine materials. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Cartier jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a range of Cartier watches that are highly iconic to the brand. The Cartier Tank watch is one of the classic options. The Panthère de Cartier and Clé de Cartier watches are also popular pieces. Shop a range of authentic Cartier watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is it worth it to buy Cartier?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024Many jewelry and watch lovers believe that buying a Cartier is worth it. The French luxury house is undeniably one of the best-known and internationally revered jewelers. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Cartier pieces is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find a diverse assortment of Cartier watches and jewelry on 1stDibs.
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