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Cartier Coral Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Cartier Coral Yellow Gold Link Bracelet

Cartier Coral Yellow Gold Link Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Coral Link Bracelet by Cartier. With 13 oval corals 10mm x 6mm each. This

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Link Bracelets

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Cartier Bamboo Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Cartier Bamboo Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace

Cartier Bamboo Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bamboo Necklace by Cartier. With 315 Round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1

Category

Vintage 1980s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Gold and Tiger's Eye Cartier Ring
Gold and Tiger's Eye Cartier Ring

Gold and Tiger's Eye Cartier Ring

By Cartier

Located in Paris, FR

toned tiger's eye. Circa 1980 - Stamped Cartier The illustrious firm of Cartier has been at the

Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Tiger's Eye

Cartier Yellow Gold Unisex Watch
Cartier Yellow Gold Unisex Watch

Cartier Yellow Gold Unisex Watch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A Cartier unisex watch in 18kt yellow gold. Made in France, circa 1980s.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Paris gold plated Tank watch
Cartier Paris gold plated Tank watch

Cartier Paris gold plated Tank watch

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This vintage Cartier Paris watch reflects timeless sophistication with its elegant gold-plated case

Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Pill Box
Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Pill Box

Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Pill Box

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Brand: Cartier Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Era: Vintage Circa: 1980s Hallmarks: Signed and 14K Purity

Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER Panthère Gold Diamond Watch

CARTIER Panthère Gold Diamond Watch

By Cartier

Located in Firenze, IT

bracelet "à mailles" and double-folding Cartier clasp. Case two-body, solid, polished, case back with

Category

Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Trinity Gold Diamond Bracelets
Cartier Trinity Gold Diamond Bracelets

Cartier Trinity Gold Diamond Bracelets

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A Cartier Trinity bracelet composed of three interlocking bangles, each of a different color 18kt

Category

Vintage 1980s French Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Double C 18 Karat Gold Multi Tone Hoop Earrings in Cartier Box
Vintage Cartier Double C 18 Karat Gold Multi Tone Hoop Earrings in Cartier Box

Vintage Cartier Double C 18 Karat Gold Multi Tone Hoop Earrings in Cartier Box

By Cartier

Located in Birmingham, GB

Vintage Cartier Double C 18k Multi Tone Gold Hoop Earrings. Beautiful earrings featuring multi

Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

1980s Cartier Santos Lady Steel Gold Gadroon
1980s Cartier Santos Lady Steel Gold Gadroon

1980s Cartier Santos Lady Steel Gold Gadroon

By Cartier

Located in PARIS, FR

Cartier Santos Lady model watch late 1970, early 1980, in steel and 18K yellow gold, automatic

Category

Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Cartier Sapphire Diamond Earring Clips
Cartier Sapphire Diamond Earring Clips

Cartier Sapphire Diamond Earring Clips

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier Sapphire Diamond Earring clips Magnificent earring clips from the legendary house of

Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cartier Lady's Yellow Gold Plated Silver Must De Cartier Tank Wristwatch
Cartier Lady's Yellow Gold Plated Silver Must De Cartier Tank Wristwatch

Cartier Lady's Yellow Gold Plated Silver Must De Cartier Tank Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Specifications Movement: Mechanical Manual Wind Case: 18k Yellow Gold Plated 925 Silver Case Diameter: 22mm by 28mm Dial: Blue Lapiz Dial Bracelet: Burgundy Leather Strap Len...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

Cartier Key to My Heart Brooch
Cartier Key to My Heart Brooch

Cartier Key to My Heart Brooch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A Cartier Key to My Heart Brooch A beautiful gold and diamond pin made by Cartier depicting three

Category

Vintage 1980s Art Deco Brooches

Vintage Cartier Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Vintage Cartier Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

Vintage Cartier Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

18K Yellow Gold Vintage Link Chain Necklace by Cartier. Necklace Details: Length: 15 3/4

Category

Vintage 1980s French Link Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

1980s Cartier Tank Diamond Bracelet
1980s Cartier Tank Diamond Bracelet

1980s Cartier Tank Diamond Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A stretchable "Tank" bracelet manufactured by Cartier in the 1980s, presenting white and grey

Category

Vintage 1980s French Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Pair Gold Pendent Earclips

Cartier Pair Gold Pendent Earclips

By Cartier

Located in Firenze, IT

Each elongated hoop suspended from a surmount Scalloped door knocker, signed Cartier, numbered

Category

Vintage 1980s French Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Bicolor Panthère Collar Necklace, Italy
Cartier Bicolor Panthère Collar Necklace, Italy

Cartier Bicolor Panthère Collar Necklace, Italy

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Two panthers, one unbroken line. A signature of quiet force and sculptural restraint, this Cartier

Category

Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

CARTIER chic yellow gold doorknocker earrings.
CARTIER chic yellow gold doorknocker earrings.

CARTIER chic yellow gold doorknocker earrings.

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A pair of 18 karat yellow gold door knocker style earrings. Cartier serial number C15956.

Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings Circa 1999
Cartier Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings Circa 1999

Cartier Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings Circa 1999

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

A refined pair of vintage Cartier clip-on earrings, crafted in luminous 18K yellow gold and

Category

Vintage 1980s Hoop Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold

1980s Cartier "Les Must be Cartier" "Sapphire" Silk Scarf
1980s Cartier "Les Must be Cartier" "Sapphire" Silk Scarf

1980s Cartier "Les Must be Cartier" "Sapphire" Silk Scarf

By Cartier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Cartier's "Les Must be Cartier "Sapphire" 3d silk scarf is finished with hand-rolled edges

Category

1980s French Scarves

Cartier Tri Colored Gold Bangle Bracelet
Cartier Tri Colored Gold Bangle Bracelet

Cartier Tri Colored Gold Bangle Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

An 18 Tri colored gold bangle. Cartier. Designed as a polished hinged rose, white and yellow gold

Category

Vintage 1980s American Bangles

Materials

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

Cartier Three color Gold Trinity Ring
Cartier Three color Gold Trinity Ring

Cartier Three color Gold Trinity Ring

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

This Cartier trinity ring is crfted in a combination of solid 18K yellow, white and rose gold

Category

Vintage 1980s French Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Gold Cartier Curb Link Chain
Gold Cartier Curb Link Chain

Gold Cartier Curb Link Chain

By Cartier

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A pretty and sleek 18 carat gold curb link chain, signed and numbered, Cartier, 617761 with its

Category

Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier 'Trinity" Gold Plated Lighter
Vintage Cartier 'Trinity" Gold Plated Lighter

Vintage Cartier 'Trinity" Gold Plated Lighter

By Cartier

Located in Portland, England

Very rare and luxurious classic Cartier “Trinity” lighter with a light brown flame design and three

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Cartier Stunning Bamboo Diamond Gold link earrings
Cartier Stunning Bamboo Diamond Gold link earrings

Cartier Stunning Bamboo Diamond Gold link earrings

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Splendid Cartier earrings, designed as a series of bamboo motif set with brilliant-cut diamonds

Category

Vintage 1980s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Tank 21842 Paris Dial Vintage Ladies Watch
Cartier Tank 21842 Paris Dial Vintage Ladies Watch

Cartier Tank 21842 Paris Dial Vintage Ladies Watch

By Cartier

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

This exquisite Cartier watch, dating back to circa 1980, showcases a refined rectangular design

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Ring
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Ring

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Ring

By Cartier

Located in Broomall, PA

Crafted with heirloom precision and a playful spirit, this vintage Cartier ring stands apart. It

Category

Vintage 1980s Fashion Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tricolor Gold Necklace and Bracelet
Cartier Tricolor Gold Necklace and Bracelet

Cartier Tricolor Gold Necklace and Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Amsterdam, NL

bracelet, signed and numbered: Cartier. Weight bracelet: 38.2 grams Length bracelet: 17 cm. Weight

Category

Vintage 1980s French Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Santos Links Chain Yellow Gold Bracelet
Cartier Santos Links Chain Yellow Gold Bracelet

Cartier Santos Links Chain Yellow Gold Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

Signature: Cartier nº11933 Comments: This bracelet is made in 18kt yellow gold. It is the Santos link chain

Category

Vintage 1980s Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Paris Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Cartier Paris Diamond Gold Engagement Ring

Cartier Paris Diamond Gold Engagement Ring

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An elegantly crafted solitaire marquise diamond ring from the Cartier Paris masonry. Truly showing

Category

Vintage 1980s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Stunning Onyx Diamond gold link necklace
Cartier Stunning Onyx Diamond gold link necklace

Cartier Stunning Onyx Diamond gold link necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful diamond necklace by Cartier, set with onyx and round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing

Category

Vintage 1980s French Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Coral Onyx Gold Bracelet
Vintage Cartier Coral Onyx Gold Bracelet

Vintage Cartier Coral Onyx Gold Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier believes the expertise of one individual would never reach such a high degree of perfection

Category

Vintage 1980s Link Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold

Cartier Tiger's Eye Gold Cage Ring
Cartier Tiger's Eye Gold Cage Ring

Cartier Tiger's Eye Gold Cage Ring

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An unusual design from Cartier featuring tigers eye which displays a variety of brown hues. The 18k

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown More Rings

Materials

Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold

Cartier 18kt Gold Trinity Round Link Bracelet
Cartier 18kt Gold Trinity Round Link Bracelet

Cartier 18kt Gold Trinity Round Link Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Bethesda, MD

representing love, and white gold representing friendship. ♦ Designer: Cartier ♦ Circa: 1980s ♦ Metal: 18

Category

Vintage 1980s Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Cartier Paris 18k gold and diamond bangle
Cartier Paris 18k gold and diamond bangle

Cartier Paris 18k gold and diamond bangle

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

This striking 18k gold Cartier bangle is studded with approximately 6 1/2 carats of round cut

Category

Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier pendulette gold-plated alarm clock
Vintage Cartier pendulette gold-plated alarm clock

Vintage Cartier pendulette gold-plated alarm clock

By Cartier

Located in VALLADOLID, ES

One of a kind and gorgeous table or travel alarm clock from the prestigious French brand Cartier

Category

Vintage 1980s French Classical Roman Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Vintage Cartier Coral Onyx Gold Bracelet
Vintage Cartier Coral Onyx Gold Bracelet

Vintage Cartier Coral Onyx Gold Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Cartier believes the expertise of one individual would never reach a high degree of perfection in

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Link Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold

Cartier Paris 1980s Yellow Gold Platinum Pin
Cartier Paris 1980s Yellow Gold Platinum Pin

Cartier Paris 1980s Yellow Gold Platinum Pin

By Cartier

Located in Geneva, CH

Cartier Paris platinum and yellow gold pin representing two rhinoceros face-to-face, circa 1980

Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Materials

Platinum, Yellow Gold

Panthere de Cartier Black Enamel Dome Ring
Panthere de Cartier Black Enamel Dome Ring

Panthere de Cartier Black Enamel Dome Ring

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Chic Cartier pinky ring. Highly Polished Dome with black enamel Leopard marks on a diagonal. Made

Category

Vintage 1980s French Modernist Dome Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Must De Cartier Tank Ladies Watch, Ref 3660, With Box
Cartier Must De Cartier Tank Ladies Watch, Ref 3660, With Box

Cartier Must De Cartier Tank Ladies Watch, Ref 3660, With Box

By Cartier

Located in Canterbury, England

An icon of the 1980s, our vintage Cartier Must De Cartier Tank ref 3660 with quartz movement

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Cartier Trinity Bracelet Large Model Medium Size
Cartier Trinity Bracelet Large Model Medium Size

Cartier Trinity Bracelet Large Model Medium Size

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

by Cartier Serial no 416494

Category

Vintage 1980s French Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Rare Cartier Tank watch with jewelled bracelet
Rare Cartier Tank watch with jewelled bracelet

Rare Cartier Tank watch with jewelled bracelet

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

This rare Cartier Tank watch has an 18k gold bracelet adorned with round cut diamonds and invisible

Category

Vintage 1980s European Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Nigeria Bombe Diamond Ring
Vintage Cartier Nigeria Bombe Diamond Ring

Vintage Cartier Nigeria Bombe Diamond Ring

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Vintage all diamond bombe ring from the Nigeria collection by Cartier. The ring is probably from

Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Band Ring
Cartier Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Band Ring

Cartier Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Band Ring

By Cartier

Located in Banbury, GB

An iconic 18k yellow gold diamond set Cartier ring in 1980. The ring is composed of round brilliant

Category

Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier panthere pendant
Cartier panthere pendant

Cartier panthere pendant

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

This striking Cartier panthere pendant is from 1981. Made of 18k gold the panther has marquise cut

Category

Vintage 1980s European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos De Cartier 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch
Cartier Santos De Cartier 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch

Cartier Santos De Cartier 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Watch

By Cartier

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Cartier Santos de Cartier 2961 Watch. This timepiece features a 29mm stainless steel case and an

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Diamond Tri-Color Gold Double-C Bracelet
Cartier Diamond Tri-Color Gold Double-C Bracelet

Cartier Diamond Tri-Color Gold Double-C Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Tri-Color Gold (Yellow, White, Rose) Diamond Double-C Bangle Cuff Bracelet by Cartier. This

Category

Vintage 1980s French Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

CARTIER charming yellow gold tank watch charm.
CARTIER charming yellow gold tank watch charm.

CARTIER charming yellow gold tank watch charm.

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

An 18 karat yellow gold charm. Cartier. Designed as a replica of a classic Cartier tank watch

Category

Vintage 1980s French More Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Paris gold plated with black leather strap buckle Tank watch
Cartier Paris gold plated with black leather strap buckle Tank watch

Cartier Paris gold plated with black leather strap buckle Tank watch

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An enduring icon of refined design, this vintage Cartier Paris Tank watch from the 1980s embodies

Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Silver

Cartier Must De Tank Sunburst Dial Vermeil Manual Wind
Cartier Must De Tank Sunburst Dial Vermeil Manual Wind

Cartier Must De Tank Sunburst Dial Vermeil Manual Wind

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

This is a rare 1980's Must de Cartier vermeil manual wind tank watch. The dial is a sunburst

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Vermeil

Cartier Tank Vermeil 681006
Cartier Tank Vermeil 681006

Cartier Tank Vermeil 681006

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

Cartier, Cartier, Cartier it seems to all be about Cartier right now. This Cartier Tank Vermeil

Category

Vintage 1980s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Paris diamond 18k yellow gold Baignoire watch
Cartier Paris diamond 18k yellow gold Baignoire watch

Cartier Paris diamond 18k yellow gold Baignoire watch

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This vintage Cartier Paris Baignoire watch from the 1980’s embodies timeless French elegance. Its

Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Invisible Set Sapphire Gold Band Ring
Cartier Diamond Invisible Set Sapphire Gold Band Ring

Cartier Diamond Invisible Set Sapphire Gold Band Ring

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Invisible Set Sapphire Ring by Cartier. With 4 diamonds VVS1 clarity, E

Category

Vintage 1980s French Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 1980s Must de Cartier Paris Mechanical Watch
Vintage 1980s Must de Cartier Paris Mechanical Watch

Vintage 1980s Must de Cartier Paris Mechanical Watch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A refined 1980s Must de Cartier Paris timepiece, featuring a 23.5mm x 30.5mm .925 sterling silver

Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Vermeil

Cartier ladies yellow gold Octagonal Ceinture wristwatch

Cartier ladies yellow gold Octagonal Ceinture wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Firenze, IT

,made in the 1980’s. Fine, octagonal, 18K yellow gold lady’s wristwatch with an 18K yellow gold Cartier

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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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.

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Questions About Cartier
  • 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. 

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  • 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 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.
  • 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.

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