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Cartier Art Deco Diamond Platinum Vintage Sailboat Charm
Cartier Art Deco Diamond Platinum Vintage Sailboat Charm

Cartier Art Deco Diamond Platinum Vintage Sailboat Charm

Located in Philadelphia, PA

platinum Fully signed for Cartier Circa: 1930s Measures: 7/8 x 7/16 inches - including bale Total Weight

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Sterling Silver Cordial Set with Tray
Cartier Sterling Silver Cordial Set with Tray

Cartier Sterling Silver Cordial Set with Tray

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant Cartier sterling silver cordial service comprising eight matching stemmed cordial cups and

Category

Vintage 1930s American Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Emerald and diamond brooch Floral design
Emerald and diamond brooch Floral design

Emerald and diamond brooch Floral design

By Cartier

Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL

Emerald and diamond brooch Floral design. With platinum. One flower set with an rectangular shaped emerald. The petals pave set with circular cut diamonds. The Steve’s with baguette ...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

A tutti-frutti Cartier jabot pin
A tutti-frutti Cartier jabot pin

A tutti-frutti Cartier jabot pin

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

A tutti-frutti Cartier jabot pin, in the form of a plant, the base with an oval Mughal-style carved

Category

Vintage 1930s Brooches

Materials

Gold, Platinum

Cartier Sterling Silver Box, Circa 1930
Cartier Sterling Silver Box, Circa 1930

Cartier Sterling Silver Box, Circa 1930

By Cartier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sterling silver Art Deco box by Cartier, with bakelite accents. Circa 1930. 6 in. long by 4 in

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Pair of Art Deco Candelabra, Paris, circa 1930
Cartier Pair of Art Deco Candelabra, Paris, circa 1930

Cartier Pair of Art Deco Candelabra, Paris, circa 1930

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Art Deco Candelabra Made by Robert Linzeler for Cartier, Paris, circa 1930 A pair of

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Cartier Paris circa 1930 Art Deco Gold, Platinum, and Diamond Lighter
Cartier Paris circa 1930 Art Deco Gold, Platinum, and Diamond Lighter

Cartier Paris circa 1930 Art Deco Gold, Platinum, and Diamond Lighter

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

in yellow gold with platinum accents, with French assay marks; in original fitted Cartier case • 52

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Art Deco box by Cartier, New York in Sterling Silver & 14ct Gold, 1930
Art Deco box by Cartier, New York in Sterling Silver & 14ct Gold, 1930

Art Deco box by Cartier, New York in Sterling Silver & 14ct Gold, 1930

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

Cartier, New York, circa 1930, the rectangular box with stepped pyramid motif set to the lid and sides in

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cigar Boxes and Humidors

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Sterling Silver

CARTIER New York Watch Compass Money Clip 1930's
CARTIER New York Watch Compass Money Clip 1930's

CARTIER New York Watch Compass Money Clip 1930's

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, NY

A 14K Men's Watch and Compass designed as a money clip.

Category

American More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Cartier White Gold Moonstone and Natural Pearl Cufflink Dress Set, circa 1930
Cartier White Gold Moonstone and Natural Pearl Cufflink Dress Set, circa 1930

Cartier White Gold Moonstone and Natural Pearl Cufflink Dress Set, circa 1930

By Cartier

Located in Munich, DE

An elegant and exquisite 7 piece 18 Karat white gold dress set, by Cartier. Comprising: a pair of

Category

Mid-20th Century French Cufflinks

Materials

Moonstone, Natural Pearl

Cartier Sterling Double Handmade Frame
Cartier Sterling Double Handmade Frame

Cartier Sterling Double Handmade Frame

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Elegant sterling silver double picture frame. Made and signed by CARTIER. Marked "STERLING SILVER

Category

Vintage 1930s Frames

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gold and Diamond Cartier Band
Gold and Diamond Cartier Band

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 Nail & Diamond Gold Charm
Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm

Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Intriguing charm/pendant: a figural nail. Made, signed and numbered by CARTIER NEW YORK. Set

Category

Vintage 1930s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm
Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm

Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Intriguing charm/pendant: a figural nail. Made, signed and numbered by CARTIER NEW YORK. Set

Category

Vintage 1930s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Cartier Gold and Enamel Sailboat Charm
Cartier Gold and Enamel Sailboat Charm

Cartier Gold and Enamel Sailboat Charm

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A figural "sailboat." Made and signed by CARTIER. A wide textured gold border. In the center

Category

Vintage 1930s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Cartier Paris 7-Band Gold Ring
Cartier Paris 7-Band Gold Ring

Cartier Paris 7-Band Gold Ring

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Chic and wearable 7-band ring. Made, signed and numbered by CARTIER PARIS. 18K yellow gold

Category

Vintage 1930s French Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Gold and Horse Crystal Money Clip
Cartier Gold and Horse Crystal Money Clip

Cartier Gold and Horse Crystal Money Clip

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

signed by CARTIER. 14K yellow gold. 2 1/4" x 2 1/4." Can be used to hold money or credit cards. A

Category

Vintage 1930s American More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

14k Gold

William K. Vanderbilt's Cartier Art Deco Enamel Gold Ashtray

William K. Vanderbilt's Cartier Art Deco Enamel Gold Ashtray

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier: An Art Deco Enamel and 14k Gold Ashtray, the polished gold astray edged with blue enamel

Category

Vintage 1930s More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Gold

Cartier, Paris  Diamond and Pearl Bar pin
Cartier, Paris  Diamond and Pearl Bar pin

Cartier, Paris Diamond and Pearl Bar pin

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Exquisite Bar Pin. This jewel is signed "Cartier, Paris". The 5 Natural Pearls are enhanced by

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Vintage 1930s French Brooches

Cartier Smoking Compendium
Cartier Smoking Compendium

Cartier Smoking Compendium

Unavailable|$39,975

Cartier Smoking Compendium

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

produced by Shreve, Crump & Low, the oldest purveyor of luxury goods in North America for Cartier. Shreve

Category

Vintage 1930s American Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Citrine and Diamond Set Leaf Pin
Cartier Citrine and Diamond Set Leaf Pin

Cartier Citrine and Diamond Set Leaf Pin

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

running the length of the pin. Mounted in 18ct yellow gold and platinum. Signed Cartier Paris. Circa 1930.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cartier Paris Ruby 18 Karat Gold Box
Cartier Paris Ruby 18 Karat Gold Box

Cartier Paris Ruby 18 Karat Gold Box

By Cartier

Located in Madrid, ES

Gold box with a ruby clasp and a mirror inside, by Cartier Paris. Included its original case.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Boxes and Cases

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Leather Case
Cartier Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Leather Case

Cartier Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Leather Case

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

A rare 18k yellow gold Cartier pocket watch in leather case.

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

1930s Antique Cartier Platinum 3 ct Ruby and 3.2 ct Diamond Cocktail Ring
1930s Antique Cartier Platinum 3 ct Ruby and 3.2 ct Diamond Cocktail Ring

1930s Antique Cartier Platinum 3 ct Ruby and 3.2 ct Diamond Cocktail Ring

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

was a Greece Minister circa 1930's.The ring belonged to his wife Spyrydona Saltafera and it comes with

Category

Vintage 1930s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

CARTIER. A  Diamond Line Platinum Bracelet.

CARTIER. A Diamond Line Platinum Bracelet.

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

Designed as a line of tapering square-cut diamonds, circa 1920, signed Cartier Paris Londres New

Category

Vintage 1930s French Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

CARTIER. An Important Diamond Bracelet.
CARTIER. An Important Diamond Bracelet.

CARTIER. An Important Diamond Bracelet.

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

sections, set with circular-cut diamonds, circa 1923, French assay marks for platinum, signed Cartier Paris

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

CARTIER Exquisite 15 Carat Diamond Line Bracelet
CARTIER Exquisite 15 Carat Diamond Line Bracelet

CARTIER Exquisite 15 Carat Diamond Line Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

approximately 14-15 carats of VS clarity and FG color. Circa 1930 with original Cartier box.

Category

American Tennis Bracelets

Cartier Double Circle and Stripe Motif Solid Gold Cigarette Case
Cartier Double Circle and Stripe Motif Solid Gold Cigarette Case

Cartier Double Circle and Stripe Motif Solid Gold Cigarette Case

By Cartier

Located in Bellevue, WA

This classy authentic vintage Cartier designer cigarette case is crafted of solid 14k gold and

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Boxes and Cases

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Retro Gem Set Gold Flower Brooch
Cartier Retro Gem Set Gold Flower Brooch

Cartier Retro Gem Set Gold Flower Brooch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

petals, all in 18 karat yellow gold. CREDENTIALS - Engraved “Cartier Paris” - Serial #09565

Category

Vintage 1930s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER. An Enamel Cigarette Case With Vesta Compartment.
CARTIER. An Enamel Cigarette Case With Vesta Compartment.

CARTIER. An Enamel Cigarette Case With Vesta Compartment.

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

, circa 1925, stamped Cartier Paris Londres New York and numbered, French assay marks for 18ct gold.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

CARTIER. An Agate, Onyx and Diamond Seal.

CARTIER. An Agate, Onyx and Diamond Seal.

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

rose-cut diamond detail, circa 1925, together with a fitted case by Cartier.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Agate

Gemolithos a Cartier Signed Diamond Brooch, circa 1938
Gemolithos a Cartier Signed Diamond Brooch, circa 1938

Gemolithos a Cartier Signed Diamond Brooch, circa 1938

By Cartier

Located in Munich, DE

A Cartier signed Diamond Brooch, circa 1938, approx. 10ct of Diamonds; Bigger Diamond estimated

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Paris, Sterling Silver ‘Street Lamp’ Table Lighter, 1930s
Cartier Paris, Sterling Silver ‘Street Lamp’ Table Lighter, 1930s

Cartier Paris, Sterling Silver ‘Street Lamp’ Table Lighter, 1930s

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

Cartier, Paris A remarkable and most likely unique Sterling silver table lighter in the form of

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

CARTIER. An Art Deco Alabaster Table Cigarette Box
CARTIER. An Art Deco Alabaster Table Cigarette Box

CARTIER. An Art Deco Alabaster Table Cigarette Box

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

Cartier and Made in France, numbered, French assay marks for gold. Measurements; H. 5.1cm x W. 12.8cm x D

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Coral, Emerald, 18k Gold

Henri Cartier-Bresson Photograph
Henri Cartier-Bresson Photograph

Henri Cartier-Bresson Photograph

By Henri Cartier-Bresson

Located in New York, NY

1930's. The image came from an estate of a friend of Mr. Cartier-Bresson, with a number of other

Category

Vintage 1930s French Photography

Materials

Wood, Silver Gelatin

CARTIER An Art Deco Gem-Set Pendant Watch
CARTIER An Art Deco Gem-Set Pendant Watch

CARTIER An Art Deco Gem-Set Pendant Watch

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

signed Cartier. Mechanical movement.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Jade, 18k Gold

CARTIER Gold Automatic American Tank Watch

CARTIER Gold Automatic American Tank Watch

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, NY

In keeping with the classic 1930's Cartier style, this original American Tank wristwatch has a

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

CARTIER. An Art Deco Black Lacquer And Coral Silver Lipstick
CARTIER. An Art Deco Black Lacquer And Coral Silver Lipstick

CARTIER. An Art Deco Black Lacquer And Coral Silver Lipstick

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

-1961) and left to the Musee des Arts Decoratifs, Paris with his collection of Cartier and Faberge

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Sterling Silver

Set of Four Cut Glass and Sterling Silver Ashtrays by Cartier
Set of Four Cut Glass and Sterling Silver Ashtrays by Cartier

Set of Four Cut Glass and Sterling Silver Ashtrays by Cartier

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

Charming set of four immaculate, cut glass and silver ashtrays by Cartier with its original box

Category

Vintage 1930s French Ashtrays

Materials

Glass

CARTIER Art Deco Diamond Clips
CARTIER Art Deco Diamond Clips

CARTIER Art Deco Diamond Clips

Located in New York , NY

CARTIER Art Deco Diamond Clips

Category

Vintage 1930s American Brooches

The Cartier Surrealist Hand and Rose Pin

The Cartier Surrealist Hand and Rose Pin

Located in New York , NY

In 1937, Cartier Paris designed a Surrealist inspired hand holding a rose. It became an iconic

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Vintage 1930s French Brooches

CARTIER PARIS Rare Retro Gold Diamond Onyx Tubogaz Flower Suite
CARTIER PARIS Rare Retro Gold Diamond Onyx Tubogaz Flower Suite

CARTIER PARIS Rare Retro Gold Diamond Onyx Tubogaz Flower Suite

Located in New York , NY

earclips.The first example of Cartier Paris's introduction of the new Retro Gold Look of the 1930's.

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Vintage 1930s French Retro Bracelets

Cartier Henri Lavabre Art Deco Diamond Platinum Bracelet
Cartier Henri Lavabre Art Deco Diamond Platinum Bracelet

Cartier Henri Lavabre Art Deco Diamond Platinum Bracelet

Located in Kortrijk, BE

diamond weight: approx 14 ct. Paris, 1936. Maker's mark of Henri Lavabre and Cartier Archive number

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique CARTIER 1905-1930 Sterling Silver and Jade Tray and Chalice Cup Set
Antique CARTIER 1905-1930 Sterling Silver and Jade Tray and Chalice Cup Set

Antique CARTIER 1905-1930 Sterling Silver and Jade Tray and Chalice Cup Set

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Antique 1905 - 1930 CARTIER Sterling Silver and Jade Tray and Chalice Cup Set Product details: The

Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Platters and Trays

Materials

Jade, Silver, Sterling Silver

Cartier 1930 Business Card Box Yellow Gold

Cartier 1930 Business Card Box Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in Monte Carlo, MC

CARTIER 1930 card box in striped 14K yellow gold, cabochon sapphire and diamonds measuring 8,6 x 6

Category

Vintage 1930s French Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

CARTIER 1930 Business card box  yellow gold

CARTIER 1930 Business card box yellow gold

By Cartier

Located in Monte Carlo, MC

CARTIER 1930 Business card box in striped 14K yellow gold, cabochon sapphire and diamonds measuring

Category

Vintage 1930s French Boxes and Cases

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

1930's Cartier Bag
1930's Cartier Bag

1930's Cartier Bag

By Cartier

Located in New Hope, PA

A rare 1930's clutch from Cartier, Paris is created from a natural woven linen fabric with a

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Clutches

Cartier Sapphire and 18 Karat Gold Dome Ring, circa 1930
Cartier Sapphire and 18 Karat Gold Dome Ring, circa 1930

Cartier Sapphire and 18 Karat Gold Dome Ring, circa 1930

By Cartier

Located in Paris, FR

Cartier, Paris Dome Ring, Circa 1930 18K Gold, Inlaid with one Sapphire Cabochon Signed "Cartier

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cartier 1930's 2.02 CTW Diamond & Platinum Alternative Ring, GIA Certified
Cartier 1930's 2.02 CTW Diamond & Platinum Alternative Ring, GIA Certified

Cartier 1930's 2.02 CTW Diamond & Platinum Alternative Ring, GIA Certified

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

signed Cartier on the side of the shank, numbered 48-9437 (worn) Top of the ring measures 7.5 mm and

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Cartier Diamond Platinum and Enamel Cocktail Watch, Circa 1930
Art Deco Cartier Diamond Platinum and Enamel Cocktail Watch, Circa 1930

Art Deco Cartier Diamond Platinum and Enamel Cocktail Watch, Circa 1930

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

An Art Deco Cartier diamond and platinum cocktail watch, with an off white rectangular dial, signed

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, Enamel

CARTIER 1930 Art-Deco Tank-Tracks Bracelet In 14Kt Yellow & Rose Gold
CARTIER 1930 Art-Deco Tank-Tracks Bracelet In 14Kt Yellow & Rose Gold

CARTIER 1930 Art-Deco Tank-Tracks Bracelet In 14Kt Yellow & Rose Gold

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

art-deco period by the jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 1930. The bracelet has been crafted with

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

CARTIER Paris GAIA Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold Chrysoprase, Diamonds, Rubies & Onyx
CARTIER Paris GAIA Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold Chrysoprase, Diamonds, Rubies & Onyx

CARTIER Paris GAIA Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold Chrysoprase, Diamonds, Rubies & Onyx

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

-frutti jewelry designed by Cartier during the art deco period between the 1920 and 1930. Cartier Mughal

Category

Vintage 1980s French Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chrysophrase, Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k...

Antique 20th Century Cartier Art Deco 18K Gold & Silver Compact, Paris c.1930
Antique 20th Century Cartier Art Deco 18K Gold & Silver Compact, Paris c.1930

Antique 20th Century Cartier Art Deco 18K Gold & Silver Compact, Paris c.1930

By Cartier

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

marks, Paris, circa 1930, Retailed by Cartier. CONDITION In Great Condition - Wear expected with age

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold

Cartier Paris 1930 Art Deco Convertible Watch and Pencil in 14Kt Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris 1930 Art Deco Convertible Watch and Pencil in 14Kt Yellow Gold

Cartier Paris 1930 Art Deco Convertible Watch and Pencil in 14Kt Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

France by the iconic house of Cartier, during the late art deco period, back in the 1930's. This is a

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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1930 Cartier For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 1930 cartier for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect 1930 cartier may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. A 1930 cartier from Cartier and Patek Philippe — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A 1930 cartier can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 80 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and brilliant cut alternatives. When shopping for a 1930 cartier, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 1930 Cartier?

Prices for a 1930 cartier can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $100 and can go as high as $850,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $6,500.

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 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 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 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 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
    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 ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    No, 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 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. 

    Find vintage Cartier watches for sale 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 ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    How much a Cartier is worth varies. Many Cartier pieces do appreciate in value over time, but their potential selling prices depend on their age, style, type, availability and other factors. The condition also greatly impacts value, and there can be variability between very similar pieces. For example, one 1930 Tutti Frutti fetched $1.34 million at an auction in 2020, but a simpler one sold for $508,000 in 2023. Because it can be difficult to estimate the value of a piece on your own, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. Shop a wide variety of Cartier jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.

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