18K Gold Cartier La Dona Sport Wrist Watch with Cartier Leather Strap
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This sporty trapezoidal Cartier La Dona model 18K yellow gold wrist watch is sold with the original burgundy color Cartier alligator grain leather band.
18k Gold
Cartier 18k White Gold Tank Americaine Watch With Alligator Strap
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Finished with a black Alligator strap with Cartier tank buckle closure.
White Gold
Cartier Pasha 1035 Automatic Watch 18K Gold Ivory Dial Alligator Strap 35mm
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Complete with matching 18K yellow gold Cartier deployment buckle and original green alligator strap, weighing 94.5 grams total.
18k Gold
Cartier Libre Chronograph White Gold Diamond Wristwatch, Ref. 2975
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Silvered Dial: Silvered dial with black Roman numerals and three engine-turned subsidiary dials for constant seconds, 30-minute and 10-hour chrono registers. Blue Alligator Strap: P...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
CARTIER 18K White Gold Diamond Santos-Dumont LM Mechanical Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Details Model: Santos-Dumont LM Reference: WH100651 Circa: 2013 Metal: 18K White Gold Case Size: Approximately 34 x 43 mm Bezel: Diamond Set Approximate Diamond Weight - 2.81 CTS Mo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium
Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph XL 1830 18K Gold Leather Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The signature blue sapphire cabochon crowns the winding stem while two additional pushers on the right case side operate the chronograph functions. Brown alligator leather strap with...
18k Gold
Estate Cartier Alligator 18 Karat Yellow Gold Finger Ring with Sapphire Eyes
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Cartier Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 18k Stones: 2 Small Sapphire Eyes Total Item Weight (g): 12.4 Ring Size: 5 Ring Width: 14.91 mm tapers to 4.87 mm Signature: Cartier
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Rotonde W1556051
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Rotonde De Cartier Central Chronograph in 18k white gold on a new black Cartier alligator band with 18k white gold deployant buckle.
White Gold
Cartier Tank Solo Automatic Watch Rose Gold and Alligator 31
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Case Size/Width: 31mm, Watch Height: 8mm, Band Width: 23mm, Wrist circumference: 6.5" Designer: Cartier Model: Tank Solo Automatic Watch Ros...
Unavailable
Cartier Ballon Bleu 42mm WE900851
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Ballon Bleu in 18k rose gold with an orignal diamond bezel on a Cartier black matte alligator leather strap on a Cartier 18k rise gold deployant buckle.
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Tank Solo Limited Edition Orange 24mm Steel Quartz Watch 2716
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Fork In Time is proud to offer on the 1st Dibs marketplace: Cartier Must De Tank Stainless Steel Orange Cartier Logo Sunburst Dial from a special edition circa 2008 Reference 27...
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 1.78 in W 1.03 in
Cartier Tank Americaine Chronoflex Chronograph in White Gold Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Viana do Castelo, PT
Cartier Tank Americaine in 18k white gold on alligator band with Cartier tang buckle.
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Emerald Diamond Platinum Alligator Ring
By Cartier
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
CARTIER Alligator Ring in platinum, round-cut diamonds (approximately 4,5 carats) and emerald eyes. 1980-1990.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Cartier Tank Americaine 18k Rose Gold Automatic Watch W2609156
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Silvered flinqué dial. Cartier Alligator strap with 18k rose gold Cartier buckle.
Cartier Tank Americaine 18k Yellow Gold Automatic XL Mens W2609756
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Silvered flinqué dial. Cartier Alligator strap with 18k rose gold Cartier buckle.
Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos Dumont 18k Yellow Gold WGSA0077 4532
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Blue Dial with Roman numerals. Blue Cartier alligator strap with 18k yellow gold tang buckle.
Cartier Tank Louis 18k Yellow Unisex Gold Watch W1529756 2441
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Flat Ivory dial with Roman numerals; date at 3 o'clock. Cartier alligator strap with Cartier tang gold buckle.
Cartier Santos Dumont Quartz 18k Rose Gold WGSA0021 4227
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Silver Dial with Roman numerals. Black Cartier alligator strap with 18k rose gold tang buckle .
Cartier Tank Americaine 18k Yellow Gold Automatic XL Mens
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Silvered flinqué dial. Cartier Alligator strap with 18k rose gold Cartier buckle.
Cartier Tank American Yellow Gold Large Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Black Cartier Alligator Strap with Cartier Gold Plate Tang Buckle.
18k Gold
Cartier Ladies Yellow Gold Baignoire Oval Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Firenze, IT
PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES. Cartier. A lady's 18K gold quartz oval wristwatch Model: Baignoire Reference: 0332 Date: Circa...
18k Gold
A Vintage Cartier Tank Allonge Wrist Watch, Alligator band
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
A Vintage Cartier Tank Allonge Wrist Watch in stainless steel case, with Alligator leather strap The watch features a 3/4 by 1.5 inch in stainless steel case, with warm brown leath...
Stainless Steel
Vintage Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Alligator Wrap Ring
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold and Ruby Alligator Wrap Ring This rare authentic Cartier ring is a size 4.5.
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu White Gold Diamond Watch with Pink Alligator Strap WJBB0011
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
WJBB0011 Cartier Ballon Bleu White Gold Diamond Watch With Pink Alligator Strap With A Suggested Retail Price Of $41,000 We got it at a very good price.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pre-Owned Calibre de Cartier 18K Rose Gold Alligator Strap SS Watch W7100043
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Watch Specifications Brand: Cartier Model: Calibre De Cartier Serial Number: 35782099 27SX Ref Number: W7100043 Case Size : 42 mm Dial: Silver Dial with Roman Numerals Bracelet Mater...
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Cougar Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Cougar watch, finely crafted in 18k yellow gold on the original Cartier black alligator leather strap and original Cartier 18k yellow gold buckle, Quartz movement, Sapphire g...
18k Gold
Cartier Vermeil Lizard 20mm Must de Cartier Tank Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous Cartier Vermeil Alligator 20mm Must de Cartier Tank watch.
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Divan Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
The smooth bezel and cream-colored dial with blued hands are complemented by Cartier's signature blue alligator strap, giving the watch a refined yet distinctive appearance.
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Tank Americaine Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
New Black Alligator Strap with Cartier Gold Plate Tang Buckle.
18k Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Classic Tank Wrist watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
New, Black Padded Alligator Strap with Cartier Gold Plated Tang Buckle.
18k Gold
Cartier Tank 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
White dial with Roman numerals . Black alligator strap with Cartier deployant buckle . Pre-owned with custom box .
Cartier Tank Americaine Ladies 18k White Gold 1713
By Cartier
Located in Newport Beach, CA
The Cartier Tank Americaine watch features a Swiss-made quartz movement; white dial with black Roman numerals and blued-steel, sword-shaped hands; 19 x 35mm 18k white gold case and b...
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pasha with Grill
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes, seconds, date Case: 38mm 18K yellow gold, push pull crown, sapphire crystal, uni-directional rotating bezel, 18K yellow gold grill Dial:...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Tank Americaine Automatic Wristwatch Ref W2603156
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Ivory Guilloche colored dial, black Roman numerals, sapphire crystal. Cartier Brown alligator strap with deployant buckle.
Rare Cartier Stainless Steel Ladies Basculante Quartz Watch 2386
By Cartier
Located in Newport Beach, CA
This Cartier Basculante watch features a Swiss-made quartz movement; white dial with black Roman numerals and blued-steel, sword-shaped hands; 22 x 32mm stainless steel case and bran...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Louis 18k Yellow Unisex Gold Watch W1529756 2441
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Flat Ivory dial with Roman numerals; date at 3 o'clock. Alligator strap with Cartier tang gold buckle. Pre-owned with Custom box.
Cartier Tank Americaine 'American' 18K Gold Midsize Men's/Ladies Watch W2600351
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals; date at 6 o'clock. Brown alligator Cartier strap band with 18k yellow gold Cartier deployant buckle.
Cartier Roadster 2510 Las Vegas Roulette Dial Automatic W62002V3 New Strap
By Cartier
Located in Newport Beach, CA
The watch comes with a brand new unworn Cartier black "sail cloth" strap as well as the original Cartier white alligator strap.
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Americaine XL Mens Watch, Ref. 1741 - 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
For the finishing touch we have installed a new (non-Cartier) genuine alligator strap and the watch's original 18K white gold Cartier buckle and meticulously detailed it making it re...
White Gold
Cartier Tank Americaine 18 Karat Gold Men's or Ladies Midsize Watch W2603656
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Ivory dial with black Roman numerals; date at 6 o'clock position. Blue alligator strap with Cartier White gold deployant clasp.
Cartier 18 Karat White and Diamond Ballon Bleu Automatic Watch WE900651 3004
By Cartier
Located in Newport Beach, CA
This Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch (ref. WE900651) features a BRAND NEW Cartier pink alligator strap with the original Cartier 18k white gold double adjustable deployant clasp; mechan...
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 18 Karat White and Diamond Ballon Bleu Automatic Watch WE900651 3004
By Cartier
Located in Newport Beach, CA
This Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch (ref. WE900651) features a BRAND NEW Cartier pink alligator strap with the original Cartier 18k white gold double adjustable deployant clasp; mechan...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold
H 0.99 in W 0.67 in
Cartier Baignoire Mini Ref 2369 18k White Gold Quartz Ladies' Watch, C2000s +
By Cartier
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
An elegant & timeless Cartier Baignoire Mini reference 2369 is a rarely seen & sought after ladies' timepiece, ~~~~~~ It features 18K White Gold Oval Case - that's perfectly prop...
White Gold
Cartier Tank Americaine 18k White Gold Men's or Ladies Midsize Watch W2603656 2
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Ivory dial with black Roman numerals; date at 6 o'clock position. Alligator strap with Cartier White gold deployant clasp.
Cartier Tank Louis 18K Yellow Gold Watch W1529756 2441
By Rolex
Located in Dallas, TX
Flat Ivory dial with Roman numerals; date at 3 o'clock. Alligator strap with Cartier tang gold buckle. Pre-owned with Cartier box.
Cartier Tonneau Ladies Large Yellow Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Silver Guilloche dial with blue hands. Brown Cartier Alligator strap with Cartier tang buckle.
Cartier Tank Louis 18k Yellow Unisex Gold Watch W1529756 2441
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Flat Ivory dial with Roman numerals; date at 3 o'clock. Cartier alligator strap with Cartier tang gold buckle.
Very Rare Cartier Tank Normale 18k Yellow Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Pave diamond dial with gold. Cartier alligator strap with 18K yellow gold tang buckle.
New Cartier Santos Exotic Gold Travel Alarm Desk Clock, Full Set
By Cartier
Located in Switzerland, CH
Rare CARTIER SANTOS Table Desk Clock Original Cartier Alligator Leather Case Comes with original Cartier box, manual and papers Gold-plated steel case Quarz movement, sapphire glass ...
Gold, Steel
Cartier 18k Gold Tank Francaise Chronograph XL Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Keeps perfect time, complete with original box and papers. Brand: Cartier Model: XL Tank Francaise Gender: Unisex Metal: 18K Gold Case, Leather Strap Year: Circa 2000 Reference: ...
18k Gold
Cartier Must de Cartier ref 18 Burgundy (Mahogany) Dial 24mm Quartz Ladies Watch
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Being one of the most coveted & desirable timepieces, this iconic Must de Cartier Paris is in great condition & in excellent working order Dating back to early 2000’s, yet of tim...
Gold-filled, Silver
Cartier Vermeil Alligator 20mm Must de Cartier Tank Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous Cartier Vermeil Alligator 20mm Must de Cartier Tank watch.
18k Gold
Cartier Retro Gold Concealed Dial Backwinder Wristwatch with Alligator Band
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold backwinder concealed dial wrist watch with sliding cover, completed by a later sea green alligator band, in 18k. Cartier, France. Dimensions of timepiece including lug...
Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Solo Large 3167 W5200004 Silver Dial 18K Bezel Alligator Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 3167 / W5200004 Year: 2016 Model: Tank Solo Large Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Band: Brown Alligator Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Unusual Set of 3 Red Leather, Faux Alligator Luggage, with Cosmetic Case
By Cartier
Located in Buffalo, NY
Unusual set of 3 red leather, faux alligator luggage, complete with two suitcase's, and cosmetic case. Amazing original condition, smoke fee, pet free, odor free, honestly like new. ...
Brass
Cartier Stainless Steel Ballon Bleu Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Hicksville, NY
Features large roman numerals and bright blue cabochon sapphire (shown on each watch in this series) The watch is made of sleek stainless steel with a white alligator leather Cartie...
Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Cartier Classic Yellow Gold Mechanical Tank Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
New Black padded adjustable Alligator Strap with Cartier Gold Plate Tang Buckle.
18k Gold
Cartier Lady's Stainless Steel Tank Divan Automatic Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Firenze, IT
Ref. 2612, Case No.101194CE, Sold 12th November 2002 20-jewel Cartier Cal.120 ETA Cal.2000-1 automatic movement, guilloché engraved silvered dial with black exploded Roman numeral...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Paris Ladies Yellow Gold Tank Mechanical Wristwatch, 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
White Dial with Black Roman numerals. New Brown Alligator Strap with Cartier Gold Plate Tang Buckle.
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Date 18K Yellow Gold Large Watch
By Cartier
Located in Westport, CT
The watch is fitted with an original Cartier dark midnight-blue alligator leather strap and an 18K yellow gold original Cartier ardillon buckle.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier ladies White Gold Diamond Tank Americaine Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Cartier Diamond Tank Americaine 2489 18k White Gold Wrist Watch Deployant Buckle Rare tank Americaine 18k white gold ladies diamond Quartz watch on a brand new Cartier black Allig...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 18kt Yellow Gold Enamel and Diamond Lady’s Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Reverse of case marked “Cartier” “SWISS MADE” “18k” “1380” “CC263820”. Condition: new battery, case in very good unpolished condition, new Cartier green alligator leather strap added...
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Tank Louis 18K Yellow Unisex Gold Watch W1529756 2441
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Flat Ivory dial with Roman numerals; date at 3 o'clock. Alligator strap with Cartier tang gold buckle. Pre-owned with custom box
Vintage 1982 Ladies Rolex 6917 with Diamond Bezel 18k Yellow Gold Complete
By Rolex
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Complete with original box and papers. Vintage 6917 18k 1982 ladies Datejust with a diamond bezel. Crafted out of 18k yellow gold paired with a champagne dial and the iconic Presiden...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermès Birkin 35 Rose Sheherazade GHW
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
- Pink - Exotic leather - Crocodile Porosus - Gold-tone hardware - Comes with keys, clochette, lock and CITES - Comes with original dust bag - Condition: Good This pre-owned item is ...
PATEK PHILIPPE NAUTILUS REF. 3800/1J 18K Gold with Diamonds
By Patek Philippe
Located in LA, CA
PATEK PHILIPPE NAUTILUS REF. 3800/1J 18K Yellow Gold with Diamond-Set Bezel, Date Display A refined and highly collectible example of the iconic Nautilus, reference 3800, crafted i...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Hermes Connect the Dots Limited Edition HAC 40 Black Evergrain Leather
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers the Hermès HAC 40 “Connect the Dots” edition which reimagines one of the house’s most historic silhouettes through a modern, graphic lens. Rather than relying on tr...
Cartier Panthere Diamond 27mm 18K Gold Watch Ref 008133
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Panthere 008133 quartz watch in 18K yellow gold featuring 27mm case with a diamond-encrusted bezel, bracelet, and dial. Fits 6.5 Inch wrist. Full Cartier set, Factory dial a...
Diamond, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Commanding in presence and refined in detail, The Imperial Light solitaire signet ring is a masterclass in contemporary opulence. At its heart gleams a breathtaking 3-carat natural r...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Rolex 18Kt Solid Gold Ladies Dress Watch circa 1950 with Original Dial
By Rolex
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold / Set with Vintage Rose Cut Stones .75Cts. CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZ...
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Large 18K Gold Quartz 25mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The Cartier Tank, 25mm crafted in 18K yellow gold unisex watch. Roman numerals, original lizard skin strap. Complete with original Cartier Box. No papers, buckle not Cartier or 18k g...
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Mid Size Unisex Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Tank Francaise, Reference 2465 Mid Size Wrist Watch, 25 x 20 M.M. Stainless Steel Water Resistant Case. Quartz Movement, Silvered White Dial with Black Roman Numer...
Steel
Vintage Rolex Day Date 36MM 18038 Walnut Birch Wood Dial Bark 18K Gold Watch
By Rolex
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Rolex Gender: Men Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Diameter: 36.00 mm Weight: 123.56 grams ROLEX Gent's 18K yellow gold, ROLEX Swiss-made wristwatch. Engraved with "18K" an...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Birkin 35 Diamond Blanc Himalaya Matte Crocodile Limited Edition Bag
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers the Hermès Diamond Blanc Himalaya Birkin 35 representing the ultimate expression of rarity and refined craftsmanship. It unites artistry and nature through meticulo...
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold and Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2018 Cartier Tank Solo reference 2742 Large Wrist Watch. 34 X 27 MM water resistant 18k Yellow Gold with Steel Case back, Sapphire crown, Scratch resistant sapphire crystal, qu...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
$48,600
H 10.63 in D 7.09 in L 13.78 in
Hermès Fuschia Shiny Crocodile Porosus Birkin 35 Palladium Hardware, 2014
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
This Hermès Birkin 35 in fuchsia shiny porosus crocodile from 2014 is a striking example of the house’s craftsmanship, paired with palladium hardware. The structured silhouette is so...
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
Hermes Jypsiere 28 Matte Crocodile Niloticus Skin Bag
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Rare Item - Hermes Jypsiere 28 Matte Crocodile Niloticus Skin Bag Crossbody bag crafted from matte crocodile Niloticus skin in Ficelle. Designed with branded, palladium hardware an...
Cartier White Gold Tank American Mid Size Automatic Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Tank American Wrist Watch, 41 X 23 MM 18K White Gold water resistant case. Automatic, self Winding movement. Silver White Engine Turned Dial with Black Roman Numer...
18k Gold
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.
Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.
Style, craft and heritage combine to make these designs undeniable classics.
Watchmakers have tucked their movements into all manner of precious baubles, from lapel pins to cocktail rings. The result is dazzling, wearable art that will get you to the party on time.
These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.
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