Estate Cartier Diamond and Platinum Bow Pin, Circa 1940's-1950's.
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Classic Estate 1940's-1950s platinum bow brooch signed by Cartier, containing approximately 7
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
Estate Cartier Diamond and Platinum Bow Pin, Circa 1940's-1950's.
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Classic Estate 1940's-1950s platinum bow brooch signed by Cartier, containing approximately 7
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Tank Watch ca' 1940's With Gold Brick Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A rare Cartier tank watch ca' 1940's in 18k, with original Cartier C+B 14k bracelet (signed and
18k Gold
Cartier Steel Art Deco Ladies Watch 1940's with Original Gay Freres Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X Width 15mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual
1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Bow Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A beautiful Cartier Bow Brooch, ca. 1940s. The bow is studded with old-cut diamonds of circa 2.5
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Cartier Double Clips
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow and rose gold. Signed by Cartier Circa 1940s 1 3/4 x 7/8 inch Comes
14k Gold
CARTIER Sapphire and Enamel Stars and Stripes "Home Front" Brooch - Circa 1940's
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
symbols of support for the Allied effort, merging innovation with national pride. Circa - 1940's
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Retro Diamond Feathers Ring, ca. 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Cartier Retro Diamond Feathers Ring, ca. 1940s A beautiful Cartier diamond ring from the 1940s
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Cartier Retro Hair Pin with Sapphires
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow and rose gold with 4 Cabochon Sapphires. Signed by Cartier Circa 1940s
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage 1940s Cartier Retro Leaf Brooch with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
approximately 2.00 carats. Signed by Cartier Circa 1940s 1 1/8 x 2 1/4 inches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Rare Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Book Locket Key Pendant, Circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier - rare mid-20th century 14K yellow gold book form locket key pendant 1940's The
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$38,400Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Floral Diamond Pendant Necklace, circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare Cartier pendant necklace dates to the 1940s and features an elegant floral sprig motif
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1940s CCartier 1940s Chain Link Necklace Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold
By Cartier
Located in Fairfield, CT
Cartier 1940s Chain Link Necklace Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold This vintage Cartier necklace is
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Retro 18k Yellow Gold, Amethyst & Turquoise Butterfly Pin 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Retro 18k Yellow Gold, Turquoise & Amethyst Butterfly Pin 1940s Here is your chance to
Amethyst, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1940s Chain Link Bracelet Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold
By Cartier
Located in Fairfield, CT
Cartier 1940s Chain Link Bracelet Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold This vintage bracelet by
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
1940s Cartier Ruby Gold Flower Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York , NY
Ruby flower earrings mounted in 18K rose gold by Cartier, circa 1940s
Unavailable
1940s Cartier Sapphire Gold Dress Set
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A 14ct yellow gold and square cut sapphire dress set. Signed Cartier, numbered 3928. American
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Travel Clock with a Jaeger LeCoultre Movement, 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1940's Vintage Cartier Travel Alarm Clock Copper Plated with Movement Made By Le Coultre with
Cartier 40's 18K Gold Diamond and Gemset Compact, Circa 1940
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier, London 1940's, 18K Gold, Diamond, Emerald, Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire and Topaz, Compact
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Imperial Topaz, 18k Gold
1940s Cartier Citrine Diamond Gold Platinum Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
, length measures 6 1/2 inches, signed Cartier London, numbered 8492, with fitted box, circa 1940.
Citrine, Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Cartier Paris 18 Ct Gold 'Golf' Tie Clip, Circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier, Paris An 18 carat gold tie clip in the form of a stylized 'Wedge' golf club, with
Gold
Unavailable
H 1 in W 4 in D 3 in
Antique 1940s Cartier Gold & Onyx Men's Cufflink Dress Set with Original Case
By Cartier
Located in Hudson, NY
a very handsome antique 1940's men's Dress set, in 14k yellow gold and onyx. the set includes a
Onyx, Gold
Cartier 1940's 14k Gold Bamboo Cuff
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Sometimes simplicity is key. This 14k gold vintage Cartier bracelet features a subtle bamboo
14k Gold
Cartier Retro Flower Brooch, circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Retro Cartier Flower Brooch, ca. 1940s A beautiful and large Cartier Retro Flower Brooch from the
Diamond, 18k Gold
1940s Cartier Double Star Clip Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Cartier Double Stars Clip Brooch, set with Diamonds and Cabochon Rubies. Measuring 2 1
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Cartier A 1940s Rose Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An elegant 18kt rose gold bracelet manufactured by Cartier (New York) during the 1940s, enriched by
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
1940s Cartier Yellow and Rose Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Fun and stylish bracelet created by Cartier in the 1940's. Alternating contrast links, perfect
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
1940s Cartier Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold gaspipe necklace of looping design, flanked by beaded bands, in 18k. Cartier, Paris
18k Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold 1940s Retro Style Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet, measuring 7 1/2 inches in length 3/4 inch wide and
14k Gold
Cartier 1940's 14 Karat Yellow Gold Magnifying Glass Vintage Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Suspending from a jump ring bale Stamped for 14 karat gold Numbered and fully signed for Cartier Circa: 1940
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Multicolored Old-Cut Diamond Flower Brooch, circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Retro Cartier Multi-Colored Old-Cut Diamond Flower Brooch, ca. 1940s A beautiful naturalistic
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 1940s Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Feast your eyes upon the exceptional design of this vintage Cartier ring from the 1940's! The
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
Sold
H 1.38 in W 0.91 in
1940's Cartier Vintage Art Deco Mens Top Hat Wristwatch - Palladium & Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
. 1940's CARTIER Vintage Art Deco Mens Top Hat Wristwatch - Palladium & Diamonds Exceedingly Rare
Palladium
1940s CARTIER Diamond Yellow Gold Starburst Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
These magnificent Cartier earrings feature a retro starburst design made in 18k yellow gold and
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier 14 Karat Gold Chain Link Cufflinks, circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in London, England
hallmarks for Cartier and 14k gold, these cufflinks also bear the item number for the cufflinks. Circa 1940
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1940's Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Retro Adjustable Buckle Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
carat - F/G color with VS clarity Stamped 14K for 14 karat gold Numbered and fully signed Cartier
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Cartier Red Enamel Gold Flower Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
. Cartier, New York. See Patent #2199222.
14k Gold
1940s Pink and Green gold hair barette by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Retro, 14k Pink and Green Gold Hair Barette by Cartier.
14k Gold
1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Bombe Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
. Cartier, Paris. Top measures approximately 15mm from top to bottom.
Diamond, 18k Gold
1940s Cartier Retro Three Color Gold Round Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
Handsome 18k yellow, white, and rose gold round cufflinks by Cartier, circa 1940s. They feature a
18k Gold
1940's Cartier Paris Ruby 18 Karat Gold Ridged Trefoil Ear-Clip Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gold Fully signed Cartier Paris Circa: 1940s Measures: 3/4 x 3/4 inch Total weight: 13.7 grams
Ruby, Gold
Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Retro 1940's IN EMERGENCY BREAK GLASS Dollar Bill Charm
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
' Containing a compactly folded dollar bill Completed by a jump ring bale Fully Signed Cartier and numbered
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Choker Style Womens Necklace
By Cartier
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Straight from the 1940’s we have this classic and timeless piece from Cartier. A, beautiful multi
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Brooch with Citrine Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
a briolette-cut citrine, in 18K. Cartier, Paris, #13008(/1). Atw. 0.60 ct. diamonds.
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 1940s Gold and Enamel Reflective Flower Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold and reflective blue enamel brooch in the form of a flower, in 14k. Cartier, New York
14k Gold
1940s Cartier Garnet Gold Platinum Tree Motif Clip
By Cartier
Located in Aspen, CO
Circa 1945, this double prong clip, is signed and numbered (2387) on the verso by Cartier (probably
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Platinum
Cartier Yellow Gold Rectangular Wristwatch with Unusual Bezel circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
1940s 14k yellow gold Cartier wristwatch, heavy ribbed case. Manual-wind Cartier movement, gilt
14k Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Tank Obus Wristwatch with Bracelet circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
18k rose gold Cartier wristwatch. Manual-wind European Watch and Clock movement with an unrestored
Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Paris Gold Ruby Set Case 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare Cartier 18k gold case in excellent condition, with ruby accented pushpiece. Signed Cartier
Ruby, 18k Gold
Cartier 24K Gold Diamond 1940s Perfume Bottle
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Cartier 24K Gold Diamond 1940s Perfume Bottle, a breathtaking masterpiece that
Diamond, Tourmaline, 24k Gold
Cartier diamond and platinum tennis bracelet circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier circa 1940s. The bracelet comes with a certificate stating that the diamonds are F to H colour
Diamond, Platinum
CARTIER RETRO 14k Yellow & Rose Gold Knot Brooch Circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Retro 14k Rose & Yellow Gold Knot Brooch Circa 1940s Retro Here is your chance to purchase
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Cartier 2.10 Carat Diamond Ruby Emerald Platinum Military Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
military brooch by 'Cartier'; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery collections. This stunning, fine and
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum
Cartier 1940s Gold Scroll Design Clip Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
. Cartier, #12860
18k Gold
CARTIER Retro 14k Yellow Gold, Enamel & Rock Crystal Equestrian Brooch 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 14k Yellow Gold, Rock Crystal & Enamel Equestrian Pin Retro 1940s Here is your chance to
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier 1940s Retro Fancy Cut Aquamarine 14 Karat Gold Flower Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Locking clasp and circa 1940 Fully signed Cartier 14k Measures 2 3/8" x 3/4" Total Weight: 8.3 grams
Aquamarine, 14k Gold
Cartier 1940s Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Drop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circa 1940's Measures: 5/8 x 1 inch Total weight: 6.6 grams Desirable. Charming. Pretty.
14k Gold
CARTIER Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet w/Box
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Retro 14k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet w/Box Circa 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a
Yellow Gold
Cartier, France 1940s Gold and Chalcedony Golf Clubs Brooch with Diamond Accents
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
. Cartier, France. #13984
Chalcedony, Diamond, 18k Gold
CARTIER Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold & Enamel 21 Charm Pendant Rare
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 14k Yellow Gold & Enamel 21 Charm Pendant Retro 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a
Yellow Gold, Enamel
CARTIER Retro 14k Yellow Gold ID Bracelet w/Pouch Circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 14k Yellow Gold ID Woven Bracelet w/Pouch Circa 1940s Retro Here is your chance to
Yellow Gold
Cartier Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf Motif Brooch Clip circa 1940s Rare
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 14k Yellow Gold Leaf Motif Clip / Brooch Circa 1940s Rare Retro Here is your chance to
Yellow Gold
Cartier Gold Dual Picture Frame, circa 1940s
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
Classic 14K gold dual picture frame by Cartier, circa 1940s. It can hold 3" square pictures on
14k Gold
Cartier Paris 1940s 18 Karat Gold Diamond Compact Cigarette Case
By Cartier
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A very charming case by Cartier in 18k yellow gold from the 1940s period. The lid is decorated with
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Retro 14k Yellow Gold & Sapphire Money Clip circa 1940s Rare
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Retro 14k Yellow Gold & Sapphire Money Clip Circa 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1940s Gold Curblink Necklace, Convertible to a Pair of Bracelets
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold curblink necklace, convertible to a pair of bracelets, in 18k. Cartier, London
18k Gold
Cartier 1940s Gold and Two-Color Sapphire Ring of Florette Design
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
sapphires, in 18k. Cartier, Paris #05472. Atw center sapphire 3.98 cts. Florette measures approximately 9
Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Retro 18k Yellow Gold Safety Pin Brooch, circa 1940s, Made in New York
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier New York Retro 18k Yellow Gold Safety Pin Brooch Circa 1940s Here is your chance to
Yellow Gold
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Onyx Clip on Earrings, circa 1940s Retro
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Retro 18k Yellow Gold & Onyx Clip On Earrings Circa 1940s Rare Here is your chance to
Onyx, Yellow Gold
Cartier New York 14K Yellow Rose & White Gold Matchbox, circa 1940s Rare Retro
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
" (width) Condition: Great Signature: Cartier / New York / 14k
14k Gold
1940s Gold Charm Bracelet with Cartier and Tiffany & Co. Charms
Located in Cape May, NJ
Antique 1940's 14k Gold Loaded 26 Charm Bracelet w Cartier & Tiffany Co Charm. The bracelet is in
10k Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold
Patek Philippe Retailed by Cartier Rose Gold Manual Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Patek Philippe Gents wrist watch retailed by Cartier. 18K Rose Gold 40 X 20 MM 2 piece
Rose Gold
Valentino Shoe D'Orsay Satin Pumps Bold Bow 39 / 9 w/Box
By Valentino
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Valentino black satin D'Orsay pump. Peeptoe with signature bold bow. Hidden .25" platform. High stiletto heel. Comes with box. final sale Mightychic offers ...
HERMES black Swift & Tuffetage corduroy BIRKIN 30 COTE-A-COTE Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Birkin 30 Côté-a-Côté in black corduroy with Veau Swift leather trim and gussets. Features palladium plated hardware and cleaning brush for corduroy. Brand new ...
18k Chopard LUC Ladies Manual watch. Vintage Chopard 18k Yellow gold Watch.
By Chopard
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
This is a rare piece that does not come up for sale often. In fact, you will probably not see one like this for sale. Elegant and minimalistic wristwatch and bracelet. 18k Gold panth...
Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural pearl and diamond necklace, the twelve graduated cluster motifs each centred with natural bouton pearls measuring from 5.6 mm to 9 mm, within a surround of old br...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Gorgeous 14K Yellow Gold Cartier For Concord Manual Winding
By Cartier
Located in Media, PA
This is a fantastic 14 karat yellow gold Cartier watch but the movement is by Concord. Watch is manual winding and it works perfectly fine and runs well. I don't believe it is perfec...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis W1529756 18k yellow gold Custom Strap & Buckle
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Louis W1529756 in 18k yellow gold, fitted with a custom black leather strap and tang buckle that fits up to 6.75-inch wrists. It features a quartz movement, sapphire cab...
18k Gold
Hamilton Platinum Art Deco Tank Style 1940's with Medallion Series Movement.
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Hamilton Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X Width 22mm MOVEMENT...
Platinum
Patek Philippe 18Kt. Two-Tone Oversized Late Art Deco Wristwatch from 1940s
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Solid Yellow and White Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 47mm X Width 29mm CIRCA: 1940's MOVEMEN...
GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket
By Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY c. 1960’s Early Haute Couture Dark Brown Wool Princess Coat Jacket Circa: 1960’s Label(s): Givenchy Style: Princess Coat Color(s): Brown Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric Cont...
$6,920
H 3.1 in W 3.9 in L 0.8 in
Chanel Waist Classic Flap Rare Vintage 90s Limited Edition Micro Mini Bronze Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage 90's Limited Edition Micro Mini Classic Flap Bag 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold Hardware Bronze quilted lambskin leather CC Turnlock Leather lined interior 3.9" W ...
Bulgari Diamond and Sapphire Quadrato Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in New Orleans, LA
This eye-catching Quadrato wristwatch was crafted by the high-end Italian jeweler Bulgari. An array of pavé-set white diamonds totaling approximately 4.51 carats adorn the watch, whi...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega Choreograph Vintage 18k gold wrist watch cal.33.3 1950
By Omega
Located in Berlin, BE
Handaufzugs omega uhr in 18k gelbgold mit lederband und orginaler omega dornschließe cal.33,3 plexiglas uhr weisst leichte gebrauchspuren
18k Gold
$14,920
H 5.5 in W 10.5 in L 5.5 in
Chanel Cc Logo Reindeer Muff Vintage Rare Limited Edition White Fur Satchel
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel' White CC Reindeer Rabbit Muff 2001 {VINTAGE 21 Years} CC Logo with reindeer Gold hardware Detachable brushed-gold interwoven chain White rabbit fur Filled with down Black sa...
Rolex 9Ct. Prince in Nearly New Condition Silver Enamel Dial from 1935 or 36
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Prince Model METAL / MATERIAL: 9KT Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1935 / 36 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 40mm X Width 20mm MOVEMENT: ...
$22,800
H 0.99 in W 0.67 in
Cartier Panthere Mini Diamond 18K White Gold Watch with Certificate and Box
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panthère de Cartier Mini (ref. 2363) delivers timeless elegance in a refined, compact form. Crafted in gleaming high-polish 18 karat white gold, the 25mm x 17mm case features...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Button Front Dress
By Alexander McQueen, Givenchy
Located in Thiensville, WI
GIVENCHY Couture A/W 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN Ruby Red Wool Knit Fitted Button Front Dress Circa: 1998 Label(s): Givenchy / Couture / Made In France / Paris / 8HG 8520152830 Desig...
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.
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
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