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Vintage Cartier Cabriolet Round Brown 52MM 18K Gold Sunglasses France 1990's
Vintage Cartier Cabriolet Round Brown 52MM 18K Gold Sunglasses France 1990's

Vintage Cartier Cabriolet Round Brown 52MM 18K Gold Sunglasses France 1990's

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

1991 Original Cartier Cabriolet Art Deco sunglasses with slight gold mirror ( uv protection ) lenses. Frame has the famous real gold and white gold accents in the middle and on the ...

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1980s French Sunglasses

New Cartier Rimless " CROCO " C Decor Precious Wood Full Set France Sunglasses
New Cartier Rimless " CROCO " C Decor Precious Wood Full Set France Sunglasses

New Cartier Rimless " CROCO " C Decor Precious Wood Full Set France Sunglasses

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

New Original Cartier Sunglasses with carved " Croco " motif on the wood temples and honey brown spotless uv protection lenses. Frame with the front and sides in platine. All hall...

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1980s French Sunglasses

New Cartier Rivoli Vendome 52mm Cat Eye Sunglasses 18k Heavy Plated France
New Cartier Rivoli Vendome 52mm Cat Eye Sunglasses 18k Heavy Plated France

New Cartier Rivoli Vendome 52mm Cat Eye Sunglasses 18k Heavy Plated France

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

New 1988 Cartier Rivoli Vendome Cat Eye Sunglasses with new honey brown (uv protection) lenses. The cat's eye frame is with the front and sides in yellow and white gold. All hall...

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1980s French Sunglasses

New Cartier Rimless C Decor Platine Precious Wood Full Set France Sunglasses
New Cartier Rimless C Decor Platine Precious Wood Full Set France Sunglasses

New Cartier Rimless C Decor Platine Precious Wood Full Set France Sunglasses

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

Vintage Original Cartier Sunglasses with wood temples and blue gradient uv protection lenses. Frame with the front and sides in platine plated C Decor. All hallmarks. Cartier sign...

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1980s French Sunglasses

1980s Gorgeous Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette Lapis Lazuli. Made in Swiss
1980s Gorgeous Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette Lapis Lazuli. Made in Swiss

1980s Gorgeous Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette Lapis Lazuli. Made in Swiss

By Cartier

Located in Milano, IT

1980s Cartier Paris pendulette alarm clock. Clock case numbered 9819 02638. Masterfully crafted in Switzerland, this exquisite timepiece perfectly captures the era's luxury, featuri...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

New Cartier Laque de Chine Aviator Gold 62Mm Heavy Plated Sunglasses France
New Cartier Laque de Chine Aviator Gold 62Mm Heavy Plated Sunglasses France

New Cartier Laque de Chine Aviator Gold 62Mm Heavy Plated Sunglasses France

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

New from 1983!!! Cartier Aviator Laque de Chine Heavy plated gold sunglasses with brown gradient (uv protection) Lenses. All hallmarks. Red enamel with Cartier gold signs on the ea...

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1980s French Sunglasses

Cartier Alarm Clock, Lapis Lazuli & Gold, Mid-Century Modern, Swiss
Cartier Alarm Clock, Lapis Lazuli & Gold, Mid-Century Modern, Swiss

Cartier Alarm Clock, Lapis Lazuli & Gold, Mid-Century Modern, Swiss

By Cartier

Located in Milano, IT

1980s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette. Made in Swiss. It's lapis lazuli and golden metal with manual winding. Clock case numbered 7503 07516. With original case, lined with r...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Rare Vintage Cartier Cabriolet Round Black & Gold 49MM 18K Gold Sunglasses 1990
Rare Vintage Cartier Cabriolet Round Black & Gold 49MM 18K Gold Sunglasses 1990

Rare Vintage Cartier Cabriolet Round Black & Gold 49MM 18K Gold Sunglasses 1990

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

Vintage 1991 Original Cartier Cabriolet Art Deco Black & Gold Sunglasses with grey slight mirror ( uv protection ) lenses. Frame has the famous real gold and white gold accent...

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1980s French Sunglasses

New Cartier Rimless C Decor Classic Precious Wood Full Set France Sunglasses
New Cartier Rimless C Decor Classic Precious Wood Full Set France Sunglasses

New Cartier Rimless C Decor Classic Precious Wood Full Set France Sunglasses

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

Vintage Original Cartier Sunglasses with wood temples and blue gradient uv protection lenses. Frame with the front and sides in gold. All hallmarks. Cartier signs on the ear padd...

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1980s French Sunglasses

Cartier Vintage Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Signet Ring, c.1980s
Cartier Vintage Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Signet Ring, c.1980s

Cartier Vintage Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Signet Ring, c.1980s

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

A stately Cartier gypsy sapphire and diamond ring dating to c.1980s. In the centre sits a gorgeous 1.50 carat cabochon sapphire paired with a round brilliant cut diamond to either si...

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Case by Salimbeni for Cartier USA
Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Case by Salimbeni for Cartier USA

Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Case by Salimbeni for Cartier USA

By Salimbeni, Cartier

Located in Firenze, FI

Rectangular pocket cigarette case with long rounded sides in 925/1000 sterling silver with red and black fire-enamelled stripes. With button and spring opening. Measurements cm. 10.3...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Vintage Cartier Giverny Gold and Wood Large 51/20 Gradient Brown Lens Sunglasses
Vintage Cartier Giverny Gold and Wood Large 51/20 Gradient Brown Lens Sunglasses

Vintage Cartier Giverny Gold and Wood Large 51/20 Gradient Brown Lens Sunglasses

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

Original Rare Yellow and White Gold 1992 Cartier classy Giverny Sunglasses with rosewood temples and light brown gradient lenses. Frame with the front and sides in yellow gold. A...

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1980s Sunglasses

Must de Cartier Vendôme Vermeil Classic Round Watch with Lemon-Cream Roman Dial
Must de Cartier Vendôme Vermeil Classic Round Watch with Lemon-Cream Roman Dial

Must de Cartier Vendôme Vermeil Classic Round Watch with Lemon-Cream Roman Dial

By Cartier

Located in Zurich, CH

An exercise in pure Parisian geometric balance, the Must de Cartier Vendôme is a masterclass in clean, elegant design. Originally conceived in the 1930s with historical design contri...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Silver

Mint Cartier Vendome 56 MM Gold Brown Lens Heavy Plated Sunglasses France
Mint Cartier Vendome 56 MM Gold Brown Lens Heavy Plated Sunglasses France

Mint Cartier Vendome 56 MM Gold Brown Lens Heavy Plated Sunglasses France

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

Mint from 1983!!! Cartier Aviator Vendome 56MM Heavy plated gold sunglasses with brown gradient (uv protection) Lenses. Frame is with the famous Vendome stripes on the front and sid...

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1980s French Sunglasses

New Cartier Vendome Gold 59Mm Light Brown Lens Heavy Plated Sunglasses France
New Cartier Vendome Gold 59Mm Light Brown Lens Heavy Plated Sunglasses France

New Cartier Vendome Gold 59Mm Light Brown Lens Heavy Plated Sunglasses France

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

New from 1983!!! Cartier Aviator Vendome 59MM Heavy plated gold sunglasses with light brown (uv protection) Lenses. Frame is with the famous Vendome stripes on the front and sides ...

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1980s French Sunglasses

An 18k Gold Cartier Ring with a Flush set Solitair Diamond
An 18k Gold Cartier Ring with a Flush set Solitair Diamond

An 18k Gold Cartier Ring with a Flush set Solitair Diamond

By Cartier

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An 18 carat yellow gold flush set ring with a brilliant cut (app. 0.85 carat, G-H, Vvs). Signed and numbered: Cartier Paris 34908.  weight: 12.4 g size: 18.25 mm / 8 US width: 3 - 9...

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Vintage 1980s French Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos Deux Or SM 78226 Paris Dial 18k WG/YG 1980s
Cartier Santos Deux Or SM 78226 Paris Dial 18k WG/YG 1980s

Cartier Santos Deux Or SM 78226 Paris Dial 18k WG/YG 1980s

By Cartier

Located in SYDNEY, AU

Cartier Santos Deux Or SM 78226 Paris Dial 18k White & Yellow Gold 1980s SKU: 1366 This elegant Cartier Santos Deux Or from the 1980s showcases the maison’s signature two-tone arti...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Charcoal with Multi-Color "Multi-Jewels" Silk Crepe di Chine Scarf
Cartier Charcoal with Multi-Color "Multi-Jewels" Silk Crepe di Chine Scarf

Cartier Charcoal with Multi-Color "Multi-Jewels" Silk Crepe di Chine Scarf

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier signature "Must be Cartier" wonderful combination of silk crepe di chine embossed with their signature logos within the charcoal background and accented with multi-col...

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1980s French Scarves

Vintage Cartier Laque de Chine Aviator Gold 56Mm Heavy Plated Sunglasses France
Vintage Cartier Laque de Chine Aviator Gold 56Mm Heavy Plated Sunglasses France

Vintage Cartier Laque de Chine Aviator Gold 56Mm Heavy Plated Sunglasses France

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

From 1983!!! Cartier Aviator Laque de Chine Heavy plated gold sunglasses with brown gradient (uv protection) Lenses. All hallmarks. Red enamel with Cartier gold signs on the ear pad...

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1980s French Sunglasses

New Cartier Giverny Gold & Wood 51/20 Full Set Brown Lens France Sunglasses
New Cartier Giverny Gold & Wood 51/20 Full Set Brown Lens France Sunglasses

New Cartier Giverny Gold & Wood 51/20 Full Set Brown Lens France Sunglasses

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

New Original Rare Yellow and White Gold 1992 Cartier classy Giverny Sunglasses with rosewood temples and honey brown spotless uv protection lenses. Frame with the front and sides i...

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1980s French Sunglasses

Cartier Santos Ronde Steel and Gold Scarce Gray Dial Ladies Quartz Wrist Watch
Cartier Santos Ronde Steel and Gold Scarce Gray Dial Ladies Quartz Wrist Watch

Cartier Santos Ronde Steel and Gold Scarce Gray Dial Ladies Quartz Wrist Watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1980s Cartier Santos Ronde collection Ladies wrist watch, 27 M.M. 3 piece Stainless Steel Case with 18k Yellow Gold Bezel, Sapphire set Crown, Quartz Movement and Scarce Gray d...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Sully New Gold and Wood 53/22 Full Set Brown Lens France Sunglasses
Cartier Sully New Gold and Wood 53/22 Full Set Brown Lens France Sunglasses

Cartier Sully New Gold and Wood 53/22 Full Set Brown Lens France Sunglasses

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

Original Rare Yellow and White Gold 1992 Cartier classy Sully Sunglasses with rosewood temples and honey brown spotless uv protection lenses. Frame with the front and sides in yell...

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1980s French Sunglasses

Cartier 1982 Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Band Ring
Cartier 1982 Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Band Ring

Cartier 1982 Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Band Ring

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering two baguette cut sapphires channel set north to south Weighing approximately 0.82 carats total - transparent medium blue Flanked by tapered rows of bead set round brilliant...

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Vintage 1980s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Giverny Gold and Wood Large 53/22 Full Set Brown Lens Sunglasses
Vintage Cartier Giverny Gold and Wood Large 53/22 Full Set Brown Lens Sunglasses

Vintage Cartier Giverny Gold and Wood Large 53/22 Full Set Brown Lens Sunglasses

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

New Original Rare Yellow and White Gold 1992 Cartier classy Giverny Sunglasses with rosewood temples and honey brown spotless uv protection lenses. Frame with the front and sides i...

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1980s French Sunglasses

Cartier Exceptional Ruby and Diamond High Jewelry Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Cartier Exceptional Ruby and Diamond High Jewelry Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold

Cartier Exceptional Ruby and Diamond High Jewelry Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Magnificent Cartier ruby and diamond necklace features 22 carats of dazzling diamonds and over 10 carats of vivid red rubies all set in 18 karat yellow gold. This vintage creation fr...

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Vintage 1980s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Clip-On Trinity Hoop Earrings 18 Karat Yellow, White & Rose Gold
Vintage Cartier Clip-On Trinity Hoop Earrings 18 Karat Yellow, White & Rose Gold

Vintage Cartier Clip-On Trinity Hoop Earrings 18 Karat Yellow, White & Rose Gold

By Cartier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

These vintage Cartier Trinity hoops are composed of interlocking domed bands in 18 karat yellow, white, and rose gold, forming a timeless and fluid loop design. Each band curves smoo...

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage 1985 Lincoln Mercury Merkur Diamond and 18kt YG Signet Ring
Cartier Vintage 1985 Lincoln Mercury Merkur Diamond and 18kt YG Signet Ring

Cartier Vintage 1985 Lincoln Mercury Merkur Diamond and 18kt YG Signet Ring

By Cartier

Located in San Diego, CA

Vintage Circa 1985 Limited Edition Cartier Lincoln Mercury Merkur Diamond Signet Ring Style: Signet Metal: 18kt Yellow Gold Size: 9.5 sizable TCW: 0.70 tcw Main Diamond: 44 Roun...

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Vintage 1980s French Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Set of 6 Signed Cartier Champagne Glasses, Crystal with Black Stem, France 1980s
Set of 6 Signed Cartier Champagne Glasses, Crystal with Black Stem, France 1980s

Set of 6 Signed Cartier Champagne Glasses, Crystal with Black Stem, France 1980s

By Cartier

Located in Roma, IT

Stunning set of six signed Cartier champagne flutes in a gorgeous mix of black and clear crystal. This marvelous multifaceted glasses are made in a French crystal of outstanding qua...

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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Glass

Materials

Crystal

Cartier Gold Enamel Cultured Pearl Diamond and Emerald Cat Tiger Clip Brooch
Cartier Gold Enamel Cultured Pearl Diamond and Emerald Cat Tiger Clip Brooch

Cartier Gold Enamel Cultured Pearl Diamond and Emerald Cat Tiger Clip Brooch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

The playful cat grasping one cultured pearl approximately 9.4 mm., its body applied with black enamel stripes, accented by 2 small round emerald eyes, decorated with a diamond-set co...

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Vintage 1980s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Cartier Paris 1991 Revival "Tabriz Collection" Basket Diamond, Chalcedony Brooch
Cartier Paris 1991 Revival "Tabriz Collection" Basket Diamond, Chalcedony Brooch

Cartier Paris 1991 Revival "Tabriz Collection" Basket Diamond, Chalcedony Brooch

By Cartier

Located in Derby, NY

Jewelry Type : Brooch/Pendant Metal Type : 18K Yellow Gold Total Weight : 14.14 grams Brand : Cartier France Period : 1980's Measurement : 30.40x30.88mm Side Stone 1 : Stone Type : ...

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Late 20th Century Revival Brooches

Materials

Carnelian, Chalcedony, Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Green Terrazzo Limoges Porcelain Tableware Maison Venitienne 59 Pieces
Cartier Green Terrazzo Limoges Porcelain Tableware Maison Venitienne 59 Pieces

Cartier Green Terrazzo Limoges Porcelain Tableware Maison Venitienne 59 Pieces

By Limoges, Cartier

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Tableware Set "La Maison Venitienne" made in Limoges green terrazzo porcelain by Cartier in 1989. All pieces are signed. Can be put in dishwasher and microwave. Perfect condition....

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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Tableware

Materials

Porcelain

Panther de Cartier Collectible Vintage Perfume Bottle in original Box  Art Deco
Panther de Cartier Collectible Vintage Perfume Bottle in original Box  Art Deco

Panther de Cartier Collectible Vintage Perfume Bottle in original Box Art Deco

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Original PARFUM Must de Cartier Paris, circa 1980's. Bottle is empty and it comes in it's original elegant Cartier Box.

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Late 20th Century French Decorative Objects

Aldo Cipullo for Cartier Hinged Bangle Bracelet 18k Gold Onyx Chrysophrase
Aldo Cipullo for Cartier Hinged Bangle Bracelet 18k Gold Onyx Chrysophrase

Aldo Cipullo for Cartier Hinged Bangle Bracelet 18k Gold Onyx Chrysophrase

By Aldo Cipullo for Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage Aldo Cipullo for Cartier hinged bangle bracelet crafted in 18k yellow gold, featuring a bold design accented by alternating hoops of black onyx and green chrysoprase. The gol...

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Vintage 1980s Bangles

Materials

Chrysophrase, Onyx, 18k Gold

Cartier Photo Frame fired Enamel Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni
Cartier Photo Frame fired Enamel Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

Cartier Photo Frame fired Enamel Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Franco Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Created in Art Deco style for Cartier USA in the 1980s, inspired by drawings by Louis Cartier from the early 1900s.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Seed Pearl and Blister Cocktail ring
Seed Pearl and Blister Cocktail ring

Seed Pearl and Blister Cocktail ring

By Cartier

Located in North Miami, FL

Seed pear and Blister cocktail ring in 14k gold setting .Nice size . Very little wear by age and use.

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Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Gold

1985 original advertising poster for Cartier French luxury house
1985 original advertising poster for Cartier French luxury house

1985 original advertising poster for Cartier French luxury house

Located in PARIS, FR

The 1985 original advertising poster for Cartier, titled "Joailliers Horlogers Depuis 1847 - Fondation Cartier", is a visually striking and elegant representation of the brand’s time...

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1980s Prints and Multiples

Materials

Paper

Vintage Ballpoint Pen Le Must de Cartier Vendome, 1980s
Vintage Ballpoint Pen Le Must de Cartier Vendome, 1980s

Vintage Ballpoint Pen Le Must de Cartier Vendome, 1980s

Located in Roma, IT

Le Must de Cartier Vendome ballpoin pen. Fluted gold-plated barrel and cap; pressing the top of the cap opens the clip to the desired width; releasing the pressure returns the clip ...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Metal

Cartier Geometric Sterling, Onyx and 18 k Gold Clip Earrings
Cartier Geometric Sterling, Onyx and 18 k Gold Clip Earrings

Cartier Geometric Sterling, Onyx and 18 k Gold Clip Earrings

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A wonderful pair of Cartier signed Geometric Sterling and 18 k Gold Clip Earrings. They measure 1 1/4 inch in length and 7/8 inch wide. Having a post back, the earrings are in good c...

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Vintage 1980s French Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Silver

New Cartier Vendome Gold 59Mm Brown Lens Heavy Plated Sunglasses France
New Cartier Vendome Gold 59Mm Brown Lens Heavy Plated Sunglasses France

New Cartier Vendome Gold 59Mm Brown Lens Heavy Plated Sunglasses France

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

New from 1983!!! Cartier Aviator Vendome 59MM Heavy plated gold sunglasses with brown solid (uv protection) Lenses. Frame is with the famous Vendome stripes on the front and sides i...

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1980s French Sunglasses

New Vintage Cartier Romance Vendome 56MM France 18k Gold Plated Sunglasses
New Vintage Cartier Romance Vendome 56MM France 18k Gold Plated Sunglasses

New Vintage Cartier Romance Vendome 56MM France 18k Gold Plated Sunglasses

By Cartier

Located in Baleares, Baleares

Vintage Cartier Romance Vendome Sunglasses With Solid Brown (Uv Protection)Lenses. Frame Is With The Front And Sides In Yellow And White Gold. All Hallmarks. Red Enamel With Cart...

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1980s French Sunglasses

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1980 Cartier For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 1980 cartier you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. If you’re looking for a 1980 cartier from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Creating a 1980 cartier has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Cartier, Aldo Cipullo for Cartier and Bulgari are consistently popular. A 1980 cartier can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 311, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and cabochon versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 1980 cartier, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 1980 Cartier?

On average, a 1980 cartier at 1stDibs sells for $4,496, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $875,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

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