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What is so special about Cartier?

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What is so special about Cartier?
Cartier 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.

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Cartier Montre Santos Galbee Lady Or Acier 1996 Steel Gold Santos Lady Watch Box
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier Santos Galbée Lady’s watch, circa 1996, crafted in steel and 18K yellow gold. This quartz-powered timepiece features a satin-finished dial—shifting between silver and gold to...
Category

1990s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Cartier Santos 100 Stainless Steel Alligator Band Automatic Watch 2878
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, ON
Cartier Santos 100 Stainless Steel Alligator Band Automatic Watch 2878.  Stainless steel 34mm case, white dial, roman numerals, luminous hands, push button deployant clasp. Automatic...
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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Cartier Signature Script 18K White Gold Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bellevue, WA
Details: Size 49 750 Platinum Stone Count: 3 Cartier box and certificate IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a pre-owned piece. We have made every effort to accurately describe and ...
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20th Century Band Rings

Cartier 1990 Montre Or Jaune Baignoire PM Yellow Gold Casque d Or Bracelet Watch
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier watch circa 1990 Baignoire model in yellow gold, oval case (legendary), white dial with Roman numerals, quartz movement, blued steel hands, winding mechanism or crown decorat...
Category

1990s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Must de Cartier 21 Quartz Watch, Stainless Steel & Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER Must 21 W10050F4 Watch SSYG Silver/Gold Quartz Ladies Ivory Dial A Refined Synthesis of Elegance and PrecisionAdd a touch of classic luxury to your wrist with this Must de C...
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20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Quartz, Gold, Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage Cartier "Les Must de Cartier" Cigarettes Enamel Promo Pin by L.Y. Paris
By Cartier
Located in Orlando, FL
This charming enamel lapel pin was produced as promotional material for Cartier-branded cigarettes, rendered as a miniature pack complete with the red Cartier logo and gold "Cartier"...
Category

1990s French Brooches

Materials

Base Metal, Enamel

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