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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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Creator: Cartier
French Art Deco Sterling Silver with Gemstone Rosetta Compact Case by Cartier
French Art Deco Sterling Silver with Gemstone Rosetta Compact Case by Cartier

French Art Deco Sterling Silver with Gemstone Rosetta Compact Case by Cartier

$4,500

French Art Deco Sterling Silver with Gemstone Rosetta Compact Case by Cartier

By Cartier

Located in Atlanta, GA

A fine Cartier compact case in the iconic Art Deco style, circa 1930s. Sterling silver with gold gilt interior that feature a mirror and a compartment for powder. The exterior featur...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Silver

Cartier Cigarette Case light blue round cabochon sapphire made by Salimbeni
Cartier Cigarette Case light blue round cabochon sapphire made by Salimbeni

Cartier Cigarette Case light blue round cabochon sapphire made by Salimbeni

$5,819

Cartier Cigarette Case light blue round cabochon sapphire made by Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Cartier

Located in Firenze, FI

Pocket cigarette case with oval section in 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent fired enamel on guilloché and 18 ct gold fingering with a round cabochon sapphire, diameter 4 mm....

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold

Cartier Jewelry Storage Watch Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed
Cartier Jewelry Storage Watch Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed

Cartier Jewelry Storage Watch Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed

$950

Cartier Jewelry Storage Watch Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Cartier Red Leather Gilt Embossed Storage travel Watch Box. Cartier watch and jewelry presentation box. Elegant wristwatch case. Cartier Paris red leather and gold travel watch storage box...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Boxes

Materials

Leather

Cartier Powder case for handbag striped Enamel Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni
Cartier Powder case for handbag striped Enamel Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

Cartier Powder case for handbag striped Enamel Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

$4,594

Cartier Powder case for handbag striped Enamel Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

By Cartier, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Square handbag powder compact with 2 rounded sides, in 925/1000 sterling silver with black and red fire enamel stripes. Spring-loaded opening. Ground mirror and mesh inside. Dimensio...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier American Solid Silver and Enamel Cigarette Box, 20th Century
Cartier American Solid Silver and Enamel Cigarette Box, 20th Century

Cartier American Solid Silver and Enamel Cigarette Box, 20th Century

$5,219

Cartier American Solid Silver and Enamel Cigarette Box, 20th Century

By Cartier

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A superb 20th Century exceptionally rare American solid silver and enamel cigarette box. The lid is decorated with different cigarette brands: “Lucky Strike,” “Old Gold,” “Camel,” an...

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20th Century American Other Cartier Boxes

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Cartier Cigarette Case fired enamel stripes in Art Deco style made by Salimbeni
Cartier Cigarette Case fired enamel stripes in Art Deco style made by Salimbeni

Cartier Cigarette Case fired enamel stripes in Art Deco style made by Salimbeni

$9,836

Cartier Cigarette Case fired enamel stripes in Art Deco style made by Salimbeni

By Cartier, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Cigarette case sterling silver with long rounded sides in 925/1000 sterling silver with fire-enamelled stripes in Art Deco style. With “lost” hinge, i.e. semi-invisible. Dimensions ...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

CARTIER 1950 Presentation Desk Box In .925 Sterling Silver And Brown Wood In Box
CARTIER 1950 Presentation Desk Box In .925 Sterling Silver And Brown Wood In Box

CARTIER 1950 Presentation Desk Box In .925 Sterling Silver And Brown Wood In Box

$3,349Sale Price|30% Off

CARTIER 1950 Presentation Desk Box In .925 Sterling Silver And Brown Wood In Box

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

A art & crafts desk box designed by Cartier. This is an amazing desk box created by the jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 1950. The box has been made in a rectangular shape,...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Cartier Cigarette Case fired Enamel Sterling Silver Art Art Deco Salimbeni
Cartier Cigarette Case fired Enamel Sterling Silver Art Art Deco Salimbeni

Cartier Cigarette Case fired Enamel Sterling Silver Art Art Deco Salimbeni

$4,516

Cartier Cigarette Case fired Enamel Sterling Silver Art Art Deco Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Cartier

Located in Firenze, FI

Cigarette case for handbag in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fired enamel. Opening with spring button. Size cm. 6.3 x 9.7 x 1.5 . Created in Art Deco style for Cartier USA in th...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Powder case for handbag fired Enamel Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni
Cartier Powder case for handbag fired Enamel Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

Cartier Powder case for handbag fired Enamel Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

$5,529

Cartier Powder case for handbag fired Enamel Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

By Cartier, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Sterling silver powder case, produced for Cartier, fired enamel manufactured by Salimbeni. Powder case for handbag in 925/1000 sterling silver with black and red fired enamel. Openi...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Decorative Box Display Stand, Metal, Modern Design, France
Cartier Decorative Box Display Stand, Metal, Modern Design, France

Cartier Decorative Box Display Stand, Metal, Modern Design, France

$236Sale Price|64% Off

Cartier Decorative Box Display Stand, Metal, Modern Design, France

By Cartier

Located in London, England

Discover the refinement of the Cartier display, ideal for highlighting your jewelry or watches with a touch of elegance. This chic display has an immaculate white base and a red back...

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2010s Unknown Modern Cartier Boxes

Materials

Metal

CARTIER Paris 1900 Edwardian Nécessaire Case In 18Kt Gold With Green Lacquer
CARTIER Paris 1900 Edwardian Nécessaire Case In 18Kt Gold With Green Lacquer

CARTIER Paris 1900 Edwardian Nécessaire Case In 18Kt Gold With Green Lacquer

$19,250Sale Price / set|30% Off

CARTIER Paris 1900 Edwardian Nécessaire Case In 18Kt Gold With Green Lacquer

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

A Nécessaire case designed by Cartier. This is a fantastic nécessaire case box created in Paris France during the Edwardian period by the jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 1900....

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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Cartier Boxes

Materials

Gold

Cartier Black Fired Enamel Cigarette Case Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni
Cartier Black Fired Enamel Cigarette Case Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

Cartier Black Fired Enamel Cigarette Case Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

$4,292

Cartier Black Fired Enamel Cigarette Case Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Cartier

Located in Firenze, FI

Cigarette case for handbag in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fired enamel. Opening with spring button.. Measure cm. 6.3 x 9.7 x 1.5. Weight gr.210. Created in the Art Deco style...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

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

$4,785

Art Deco Sterling Silver Cigarette Case by Salimbeni for Cartier USA

By Cartier, Salimbeni

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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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Gold and Sapphire Card Case
Cartier Gold and Sapphire Card Case

Cartier Gold and Sapphire Card Case

$19,850

Cartier Gold and Sapphire Card Case

By Cartier

Located in New Orleans, LA

Formed entirely of 18K yellow gold polished to a high shine, this sleek case was created by the one and only Cartier. The exterior features a finel...

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20th Century French Cartier Boxes

Materials

Gold

20thC English Solid Silver & 9K Gold Cigar Case By Cartier Of New Bond St c.1929
20thC English Solid Silver & 9K Gold Cigar Case By Cartier Of New Bond St c.1929

20thC English Solid Silver & 9K Gold Cigar Case By Cartier Of New Bond St c.1929

$4,394

20thC English Solid Silver & 9K Gold Cigar Case By Cartier Of New Bond St c.1929

By Cartier

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A 20th century English solid silver and 9k gold cigar case by Cartier. The lid and base are decorated with raised gold inlaid bands over a finely engine-turned ground. Applied to the...

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20th Century British Other Cartier Boxes

Materials

Gold, Silver

Maison Cartier Modernist Luxury Copper Enigma Box, France circa 1950
Maison Cartier Modernist Luxury Copper Enigma Box, France circa 1950

Maison Cartier Modernist Luxury Copper Enigma Box, France circa 1950

$2,200

Maison Cartier Modernist Luxury Copper Enigma Box, France circa 1950

By Cartier

Located in Atlanta, GA

Cartier designed this stunning luxury copper and brass box. An extraordinary and captivating creation by Cartier, this rare copper and brass box—crafted in France circa 1950—is a mas...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Brass, Copper

Cartier Marble Boxes
Cartier Marble Boxes

Cartier Marble Boxes

$1,413 / item

Cartier Marble Boxes

By Cartier

Located in Munich, DE

Elegant marble boxes made for Cartier with the silver engraved Logo in excellent condition.

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1990s French Hollywood Regency Cartier Boxes

Materials

Marble

Cartier Cigarette Case red and black fire-enamelled stripes made by Salimbeni
Cartier Cigarette Case red and black fire-enamelled stripes made by Salimbeni

Cartier Cigarette Case red and black fire-enamelled stripes made by Salimbeni

$3,536

Cartier Cigarette Case red and black fire-enamelled stripes made by Salimbeni

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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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Enamel Table Box in Sterling Silver, Art Deco design by Salimbeni
Cartier Enamel Table Box in Sterling Silver, Art Deco design by Salimbeni

Cartier Enamel Table Box in Sterling Silver, Art Deco design by Salimbeni

$7,876

Cartier Enamel Table Box in Sterling Silver, Art Deco design by Salimbeni

By Cartier, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Square table box with rounded corners, made of 925/1000 sterling silver, featuring an Art Deco design in fired enamel. Dimensions: 10.4 x 10.4 x 3.2 cm. Weight gr. 425. Designed in 1...

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1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Cigarette Case black stripes fire-enamelled made by Salimbeni
Cartier Cigarette Case black stripes fire-enamelled made by Salimbeni

Cartier Cigarette Case black stripes fire-enamelled made by Salimbeni

$3,536

Cartier Cigarette Case black stripes fire-enamelled made by Salimbeni

By Cartier, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Rectangular pocket cigarette case with long rounded sides in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fire-enamelled stripes. With button and spring opening. Measurements cm. 10.3 x 5.8 x...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Set of Four American Solid Silver & Enamel Cigarette Boxes by Cartier
Set of Four American Solid Silver & Enamel Cigarette Boxes by Cartier

Set of Four American Solid Silver & Enamel Cigarette Boxes by Cartier

$6,870 / set

Set of Four American Solid Silver & Enamel Cigarette Boxes by Cartier

By Cartier

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A superb 20th Century exceptionally rare set of four American solid silver and enamel cigarette boxes. Each lid is decorated with a different cigarette brand: “Lucky Strike,” “Old Go...

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20th Century American Other Cartier Boxes

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Cartier Table Box, Black and White, Art Deco Style, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni
Cartier Table Box, Black and White, Art Deco Style, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni

Cartier Table Box, Black and White, Art Deco Style, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni

$11,843

Cartier Table Box, Black and White, Art Deco Style, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Cartier

Located in Firenze, FI

Large rectangular table box with long, rounded sides, crafted from 925/1000 sterling silver, featuring a two-tone fire-enameled design in the Art Deco style. With "lost" hinge, i.e. ...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Picture Frame Box
Cartier Picture Frame Box

Cartier Picture Frame Box

$1,295

Cartier Picture Frame Box

By Cartier

Located in Riverdale, NY

Antique Cartier Picture frame box with velvet lining. Covered in signature red leather grain textile with gold embosssed edge and a silk satin lining embossed "Cartier". This box was...

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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Wood

Cartier Musical Box Mechanism by Maison Reuge, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni
Cartier Musical Box Mechanism by Maison Reuge, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni

Cartier Musical Box Mechanism by Maison Reuge, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni

$6,250

Cartier Musical Box Mechanism by Maison Reuge, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Cartier

Located in Firenze, FI

Round box with a Swiss musical mechanism (music box) by Maison Reuge. Made of 925/1000 sterling silver with black and white fired enamels in the Art Deco style. Diameter: 7.4 cm; tot...

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1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Midcentury Modern Sterling Silver Desk Box
Cartier Midcentury Modern Sterling Silver Desk Box

Cartier Midcentury Modern Sterling Silver Desk Box

$2,250

Cartier Midcentury Modern Sterling Silver Desk Box

By Cartier, Andrew A. Taylor

Located in New York, NY

Midcentury Modern sterling silver desk box. Rectangular with straight sides; cover flat and hinged without overhanging cutout scroll tab. Box interior cedar-lined and partitioned. Fu...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Table Box, Gold Paillons, Salimbeni, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni
Cartier Table Box, Gold Paillons, Salimbeni, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni

Cartier Table Box, Gold Paillons, Salimbeni, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni

$13,170

Cartier Table Box, Gold Paillons, Salimbeni, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Cartier

Located in Firenze, FI

Octagonal table box in 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent fired enamels on guilloché, featuring a black edge adorned with pure gold paillons, in the Art Deco style, early 1900...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold

Cartier Table Box, Black and White, Art Deco Style, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni
Cartier Table Box, Black and White, Art Deco Style, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni

Cartier Table Box, Black and White, Art Deco Style, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni

$8,823

Cartier Table Box, Black and White, Art Deco Style, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Cartier

Located in Firenze, FI

Rectangular table box with rounded corners, made of 925/1000 sterling silver, featuring a fire-enameled Art Deco design. Dimensions: 10.5 x 13.5 x 3.2 cm. Weight: 560 g. This piece ...

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1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Table Box cigarettes fired Enamel on Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni
Cartier Table Box cigarettes fired Enamel on Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

Cartier Table Box cigarettes fired Enamel on Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

$10,154

Cartier Table Box cigarettes fired Enamel on Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Cartier

Located in Firenze, FI

Square table box for cigarettes with rounded corners in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fired enamel. Measure cm. 12.7 x 12.7 x 3.2. Weight gr. 640. This piece is the result of t...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Box: Fired Enamel, Sterling Silver, with a clear amethyst, crafted by Salimbeni
Cartier Box: Fired Enamel, Sterling Silver, with a clear amethyst, crafted by Salimbeni

Cartier Box: Fired Enamel, Sterling Silver, with a clear amethyst, crafted by Salimbeni

$14,609

Cartier Box: Fired Enamel, Sterling Silver, with a clear amethyst, crafted by Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Cartier

Located in Firenze, FI

Round table box made of 925/1000 sterling silver with a fire-enameled Art Deco design. Dimensions: diameter 14.5 cm, height 3 cm. Weight: 648 g. Featuring a clear amethyst weighing ...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Art Deco-Style Table Box, Fired Enamel, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni
Cartier Art Deco-Style Table Box, Fired Enamel, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni

Cartier Art Deco-Style Table Box, Fired Enamel, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni

$8,794

Cartier Art Deco-Style Table Box, Fired Enamel, Sterling Silver, made by Salimbeni

By Cartier, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Rectangular table box with rounded corners, made of 925/1000 silver, featuring a fired-enamel Art Deco design. Dimensions: 10.4 x 13.4 x 3.2 cm Weight: 530 g This piece is the result...

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1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Table Box, Fired Enamel, Sterling Silver, Art Deco design by Salimbeni
Cartier Table Box, Fired Enamel, Sterling Silver, Art Deco design by Salimbeni

Cartier Table Box, Fired Enamel, Sterling Silver, Art Deco design by Salimbeni

$6,705

Cartier Table Box, Fired Enamel, Sterling Silver, Art Deco design by Salimbeni

By Cartier, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Rectangular table box with rounded corners, made of 925/1000 sterling silver, featuring a fire-enameled Art Deco design. Dimensions: 8.5 x 11.4 x 3.2 cm. Weight gr. 382. This piece i...

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1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Burgundy Leather Eyewear Case Made in France 1980s
Cartier Burgundy Leather Eyewear Case Made in France 1980s

Cartier Burgundy Leather Eyewear Case Made in France 1980s

$495

Cartier Burgundy Leather Eyewear Case Made in France 1980s

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Authentic 1980s Cartier Burgundy Leather Eyewear Case – Made in France. A refined accessory from the celebrated Must de Cartier era, this authentic vintage eyewear case embodies the...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Boxes

Materials

Leather

Vintage Cartier Sterling Silver Pill Box c.1980
Vintage Cartier Sterling Silver Pill Box c.1980

Vintage Cartier Sterling Silver Pill Box c.1980

$818

Vintage Cartier Sterling Silver Pill Box c.1980

By Cartier

Located in Bath, GB

A wonderful vintage solid sterling silver pill box, beautiful quality to be expected from the world renowned luxury retailer, Cartier. The lid has the large Cartier "C" logo integra...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Cartier Art Deco Wooden Desk Box, France, circa 1930-1950
Vintage Cartier Art Deco Wooden Desk Box, France, circa 1930-1950

Vintage Cartier Art Deco Wooden Desk Box, France, circa 1930-1950

$3,500

Vintage Cartier Art Deco Wooden Desk Box, France, circa 1930-1950

By Cartier

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Vintage Cartier Art Deco Wooden Desk Box, France, circa 1930-1950 An elegant vintage Cartier decorative box, featuring a wood case with pronounced grain and a distinctive polished s...

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1930s French Other Vintage Cartier Boxes

Materials

Metal

Cartier boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Cartier boxes are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Cartier boxes, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original boxes by Cartier were created in the Art Deco style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider boxes by René Lalique, R & Y Augousti, and Lalique. Prices for Cartier boxes can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $434 and can go as high as $89,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $10,300.

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Questions About Cartier Boxes
  • What color box does Cartier use?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cartier typically uses red boxes. Older pieces came in dark burgundy boxes with gold trim and lettering. Today, Cartier boxes are a brighter deep red color, but still show the brand name in gold foil. Shop a variety of Cartier jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
  • Is Cartier the same as Rolex?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • Why is Cartier so popular?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is Cartier Vermeil?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cartier Vermeil means a timepiece made by the French luxury jewelry house of Cartier out of a material called vermeil. It is a precious metal produced by combining genuine gold and silver. Shop a variety of Cartier Vermeil watches on 1stDibs.
  • What is Cartier Vendôme?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The meaning of Cartier Vendôme varies. Most often, the term describes a line of watches made by the French luxury jewelry house. However, the company has also produced sunglasses and wedding jewelry with the style name Cartier Vendôme. Shop a variety of Cartier Vendôme watches on 1stDibs.
  • What is Cartier famous for?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • What is the Cartier logo?
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    1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The Cartier logo is a pair of interlocking Cs. However, many people associate the panther with the French luxury jewelry maker more than its actual logo. Louis Cartier incorporated the feline figure into its design lexicon. In 1914, Cartier hired illustrator George Barbier to design advertisements for the jewelry house. Barbier drafted a drawing that featured a glamorous woman with an elegant panther at her feet, and Cartier loved it. He had an additional connection to the panther in the form of his alleged romantic interest, fellow Cartier designer Jeanne Toussaint, who adored the animal so much that she decorated her apartment with furs and donned a coat of panther fur. Cartier gave her the long-lasting nickname Panthère. Since then, Cartier has offered watches, bracelets, necklaces, brooches and earrings inspired by the panther. Find a diverse assortment of Cartier jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • What is the Cartier symbol?
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    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.
  • Why Cartier is so expensive?
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    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    One of the reasons Cartier is so expensive is because, since its inception in 1847, the brand has had a massive celebrity fan base that spans royals, movie stars, singers and socialites. The brand also uses the highest quality metals and gems in their pieces, rendering them expensive to produce. Lastly, most Cartier pieces are easy to identify, making brand recognition a key factor in the brand's exclusivity.
  • What is so special about Cartier?
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    1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Cartier is special for at least a few reasons. The French luxury brand is one of the most well-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world.

    Cartier has helped create style trends over the course of its long history, including playing a prominent role in defining Art Deco jewelry. The brand designed one of the first modern wristwatches for men — the Santos de Cartier — and its Panthère motif and Love bracelet are universally renowned among lovers of fine jewelry.

    Additionally, it should come as no surprise that Cartier engagement rings are among the most desirable on the jewelry market for those hoping to be betrothed. The house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds.

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  • How can you tell if something is Cartier?
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    1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if something is Cartier, look for a maker's marking. Every Cartier piece, from jewelry to watches to sunglasses, bears the maker's marking in an inconspicuous area. These markings have changed over the years, so you can often use their style, placement and wording to date and identify your piece. Once you locate the mark, refer to trusted online resources to find out more about what that specific marking indicates. Find a selection of Cartier jewelry and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • How do I authenticate my Cartier lighter?
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    1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    To authenticate a Cartier lighter, locate the serial number. Then, contact Cartier’s customer service team to assess whether it is a genuine serial number and whether the product type and style match your piece. Check the official Cartier website for current contact information. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Cartier lighters.
  • Does Cartier make earrings?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cartier does make earrings as well as a slew of other exquisite and high-end pieces of jewelry. Established in 1847 in Paris, France, this luxury goods brand is known throughout the world for its jewelry and watches. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Cartier pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • How do I wear Cartier earrings?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How to wear Cartier earrings depends on your personal preferences. Small hoops and studs can balance chunky statement necklaces, while dramatic drops and oversized hoops can become the bold focal point of an outfit. Shop a variety of Cartier earrings on 1stDibs.
  • What does the Cartier bracelet symbolize?
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    1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    What a Cartier bracelet symbolizes varies from piece to piece. With its screw motif, the Love bracelet represents the enduring nature of true love, while the three types of gold featured in the Trinity bracelet stand for love, fidelity and friendship. Translating to "just a nail" in English, the Juste un Clou bracelet is sometimes associated with simplicity and modernity. Find a large collection of Cartier bracelets on 1stDibs.
  • What are Cartier sunglasses called?
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    1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Sometimes, Cartier sunglasses are called buffs. This name comes from the fact that Cartier was the first major eyewear designer to use rare buffalo horn as a material for crafting eyeglass and sunglass frames. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Cartier sunglasses.
  • Why is the Cartier Tank so popular?
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    1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    The Cartier Tank is so popular for several reasons. Many people like its unique shape, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I. Others appreciate its long history since it was released in 1918. Over the years, some models have featured details that further appeal to collectors. For example, the Tank Divan is notable for its striking rectangular case that is situated horizontally. The Roman numerals on its watch face are elongated, stretching to fit its unusual proportions. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Cartier Tank watches.
  • What is Pasha de Cartier?
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    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Pasha de Cartier is a watch introduced by the French luxury jewelry house of Cartier in 1985. Today, the watch features an automatic movement and is available with various leather and bracelet bands. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Pasha de Cartier watches.
  • Who designed the Cartier Ecrou?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Unnamed designers working for Cartier designed the Cartier Ecrou bracelet. They based the design for the jewelry released in 2017 on that of the Juste un Clou that Aldo Cipullo created for the brand in 1971. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Cartier Ecrou bracelets.
  • What is the most famous Cartier watch?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What Cartier watch is the most famous is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some well-known watches produced by the French luxury brand include the Tank Solo, the Ballon Bleu De Cartier, the Tank Anglaise, the Crash and the Clé De Cartier. Find a selection of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
  • What is so special about Cartier glasses?
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    1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    There are a couple of reasons why Cartier glasses are so special. First, the French luxury brand produces each pair with careful attention to detail and precise crafting techniques that make the eyewear stylish and durable. Cartier also uses fine-quality materials like buffalo horn, titanium, gold, leather, onyx and bubinga wood. Additionally, many Detroit rappers like Royce da 5'9", Tee Grizzley and Big Sean have sported Cartier sunglasses over the years, making the brand's eyewear synonymous with hip-hop culture. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier glasses.