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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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1994 Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Ruby, Emerald & Sapphire Ring Vintage
By Cartier
Located in Conroe, TX
A striking vintage Cartier ring crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, showcasing a vibrant geometric arrangement of a square-cut ruby framed by pear-cut emeralds and sapphire accents. The...
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20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Vermeil Watch, Circa 1980s, Large Size
By Cartier
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1980's. Very nice Cartier tank watch in very good condition and even comes with box and some pamphlets. Original black leather strap. In very good running condition. At that ti...
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Vermeil

Cartier Baignoire Oval Gold-Tone Roman Numeral Travel Desk Clock with Box
By Cartier
Located in University Place, WA
A Cartier travel desk clock in the oval Baignoire silhouette, featuring a white dial with black Roman numerals, blue sword-shaped hands, the hidden Cartier signature within the numer...
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Late 20th Century Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

Cartier Art Deco Sterling Silver Business Card Holder French, Circa 1920–1930
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A timeless expression of French luxury and Art Deco design, this authentic Cartier Sterling Silver Business Card Holder, crafted in France circa 1920–1930, is an exceptional collecto...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Cartier LOVE Bracelet Classic Model 18K Yellow Gold 16CM
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier LOVE Bracelet Classic Model The bracelet is 18K Yellow Gold It has original closure of 2 screws The Bracelet is 16 CM and is 6.1 mm wide The Bracelet weighs 30.89 grams Comes...
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2010s French Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Juste Un Clou Classic Model Bracelet With Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold 19CM
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Juste un Clou bracelet, classic model with diamonds This is the classic Nail Bracelet. The bracelet is 18K Yellow Gold There are 32 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.58 carat...
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Early 2000s French Contemporary Bangles

Materials

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

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