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Vintage Cartier Agrafe Chunk Chain Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Agrafe Chunk Chain Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Agrafe Chunk Chain Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in London, England

A beautiful vintage Cartier ‘Agrafe’ chunky chain bracelet set in 18k yellow gold. The piece is

Category

2010s Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Panthère De Cartier Chain Bracelet with Tsavorite Garnets
Vintage Cartier Panthère De Cartier Chain Bracelet with Tsavorite Garnets

Vintage Cartier Panthère De Cartier Chain Bracelet with Tsavorite Garnets

By Cartier

Located in London, England

A beautiful vintage Cartier 'Panthère De Cartier' panther bracelet set in 18k yellow gold. This

Category

2010s Unknown Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Garnet, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier 18k Two-Tone Gold Chain Necklace Barleycorn Link
Vintage Cartier 18k Two-Tone Gold Chain Necklace Barleycorn Link

Vintage Cartier 18k Two-Tone Gold Chain Necklace Barleycorn Link

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A rare vintage Cartier 18k gold chain necklace with the barleycorn link. The gold is two-tone, yet

Category

1990s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Two-Tone Gold Chain Necklace Barleycorn Link Shorter
Vintage Cartier Two-Tone Gold Chain Necklace Barleycorn Link Shorter

Vintage Cartier Two-Tone Gold Chain Necklace Barleycorn Link Shorter

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A rare vintage Cartier 18k gold chain necklace with the barleycorn link. The gold is two-tone, yet

Category

1990s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos 18k Yellow Gold Mens Chain Necklace 24" Link
Cartier Santos 18k Yellow Gold Mens Chain Necklace 24" Link

Cartier Santos 18k Yellow Gold Mens Chain Necklace 24" Link

By Cartier

Located in Northbrook, IL

This Cartier Santos chain necklace is a refined piece for jewelry enthusiasts. Crafted from 18k

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Skeleton Panthere on a Chain Necklace
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Skeleton Panthere on a Chain Necklace

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Skeleton Panthere on a Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

"Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Skeleton Panthere On A Chain Necklace. Panthere de Cartier necklace, 18K

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier French 18 Karat White Gold Classic Cable Chain Necklace
Cartier French 18 Karat White Gold Classic Cable Chain Necklace

Cartier French 18 Karat White Gold Classic Cable Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

logo link stamped 750 for 18 karat gold Numbered and fully signed Cartier with French maker's mark

Category

Late 20th Century French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier French 18 Karat White Gold Classic Cable Chain Necklace
Cartier French 18 Karat White Gold Classic Cable Chain Necklace

Cartier French 18 Karat White Gold Classic Cable Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

logo link stamped 750 for 18 karat gold Numbered and fully signed Cartier with French maker's mark

Category

Late 20th Century French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Santos-Dumont 17" Long Link Rose Gold Chain Necklace
Cartier Santos-Dumont 17" Long Link Rose Gold Chain Necklace

Cartier Santos-Dumont 17" Long Link Rose Gold Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Rose Gold Santos-Dumont Link Chain Necklace by Cartier. This necklace comes with an original

Category

1990s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Double C Link 25" Long Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Cartier Double C Link 25" Long Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

Cartier Double C Link 25" Long Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Double C Link Chain Necklace by Cartier. This necklace comes with an original

Category

Vintage 1970s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Classic Vintage 18ct Gold Paper Clip Chain Necklace, 1976
Cartier Classic Vintage 18ct Gold Paper Clip Chain Necklace, 1976

Cartier Classic Vintage 18ct Gold Paper Clip Chain Necklace, 1976

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

A classic gold paper clip chain necklace by Cartier 1976, the long chain measuring 39.5 inches long

Category

Vintage 1970s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Panthere Festoon Multi Chain Collier Necklace
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Panthere Festoon Multi Chain Collier Necklace

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Panthere Festoon Multi Chain Collier Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

This is a one of a kind collar necklace by Cartier, made of solid 18k yellow gold. The piece is

Category

20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier 18 K yellow Gold chain necklace from 1991
Vintage Cartier 18 K yellow Gold chain necklace from 1991

Vintage Cartier 18 K yellow Gold chain necklace from 1991

By Cartier

Located in Malmö, Skåne län

A simple, yet stylish, and eminently wearable 18 K yellow gold vintage Cartier necklace from 1991

Category

1990s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere 18 Karat Yellow Gold 6 Motif Chain Necklace
Cartier Panthere 18 Karat Yellow Gold 6 Motif Chain Necklace

Cartier Panthere 18 Karat Yellow Gold 6 Motif Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier vintage chain necklace with 6 motif pantheres. Presented here is a rare find: long strand

Category

20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Love Screws Station Long 18 Karat White Gold Chain Necklace
Cartier Love Screws Station Long 18 Karat White Gold Chain Necklace

Cartier Love Screws Station Long 18 Karat White Gold Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

A Cartier Love Screws Station long 18 karat white gold chain necklace. A stylish and ultra rare

Category

Early 2000s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Chain Link Bracelet Set in Solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Cartier Chain Link Bracelet Set in Solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Cartier Chain Link Bracelet Set in Solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in London, England

A simple yet elegant chunky chain bracelet set in solid 18k yellow gold, signed Cartier. The

Category

1990s Unknown Retro Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Agrafe Chunky Chain Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Agrafe Chunky Chain Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Agrafe Chunky Chain Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in London, England

A beautiful vintage Cartier ‘Agrafe’ chunky chain necklace set in 18k yellow gold. The piece is

Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Fidelity Yellow Gold Key Bar Link Necklace Chain, Circa 1995
Cartier Fidelity Yellow Gold Key Bar Link Necklace Chain, Circa 1995

Cartier Fidelity Yellow Gold Key Bar Link Necklace Chain, Circa 1995

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

A Cartier Fidelity yellow gold key bar link necklace chain, circa 1995. A rare retro necklace from

Category

1990s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Agrafe Chunky Chain Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Agrafe Chunky Chain Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Agrafe Chunky Chain Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in London, England

A beautiful vintage Cartier 'Agrafe' chunky chain necklace set in 18k yellow gold. The piece is

Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Open Link Chain Bracelet Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Open Link Chain Bracelet Set in 18k Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Open Link Chain Bracelet Set in 18k Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in London, England

A beautiful vintage Cartier open link chain bracelet set in 18k yellow gold. The bracelet is

Category

Early 2000s Unknown Retro Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Double High Polished Twisted Chain Collar Necklace
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Double High Polished Twisted Chain Collar Necklace

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Double High Polished Twisted Chain Collar Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Excellent double row chain collar necklace by Cartier. It is vintage but looks just as new as it

Category

20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier, Paris Gold and Diamond Nouvelle Vague Draperie Ball Chain Necklace
Cartier, Paris Gold and Diamond Nouvelle Vague Draperie Ball Chain Necklace

Cartier, Paris Gold and Diamond Nouvelle Vague Draperie Ball Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A gold Nouvelle Vague Draperie necklace comprised of ball-chain and a tapering diamond set bead

Category

1990s French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier 1970 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Logo Long Chain Necklace
Cartier 1970 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Logo Long Chain Necklace

Cartier 1970 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Logo Long Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

In excellent condition this rare and vintage Cartier logo chain necklace. Measures 32 inches long.

Category

20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier White Gold Love Mini Diamond Ring Charm Chain Bracelet
Cartier White Gold Love Mini Diamond Ring Charm Chain Bracelet

Cartier White Gold Love Mini Diamond Ring Charm Chain Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier White Gold Love Mini Diamond Ring Charm Chain Bracelet Cartier Spartacus Chain Diamond

Category

Early 2000s French Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond

Cartier White Spartacus 18 Karat White Gold Oval Link Chain Necklace
Cartier White Spartacus 18 Karat White Gold Oval Link Chain Necklace

Cartier White Spartacus 18 Karat White Gold Oval Link Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Material: 18k white gold Hallmark: Cartier 750 Serial Measurements: 17 inches Weight: 33.5 grams

Category

Early 2000s French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Cartier White Spartacus 18 Karat Gold Oval Link Chain Necklace
Cartier White Spartacus 18 Karat Gold Oval Link Chain Necklace

Cartier White Spartacus 18 Karat Gold Oval Link Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Material: 18k white gold Hallmark: Cartier 750 Serial Measurements: 17 inches Weight: 33.5 grams

Category

Early 2000s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Cartier Yellow Gold Santos Tortue Pasha Tank Watch Charm Link Chain Bracelet
Cartier Yellow Gold Santos Tortue Pasha Tank Watch Charm Link Chain Bracelet

Cartier Yellow Gold Santos Tortue Pasha Tank Watch Charm Link Chain Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A rare 18k gold Cartier charm bracelet with 4 different miniature working movements in a variety of

Category

Early 2000s French Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Paris Love Necklace Chain in 18Kt White Gold with 54 VVS Diamonds
Cartier Paris Love Necklace Chain in 18Kt White Gold with 54 VVS Diamonds

Cartier Paris Love Necklace Chain in 18Kt White Gold with 54 VVS Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

high polished white gold and is suited with a chain of 16.53 inches (420 mm) (42 Cm). They are mounted

Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Paris 1970's Panthere Necklace Chain In 18Kt Yellow Gold And Silverium
Cartier Paris 1970's Panthere Necklace Chain In 18Kt Yellow Gold And Silverium

Cartier Paris 1970's Panthere Necklace Chain In 18Kt Yellow Gold And Silverium

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Panthere necklace chain designed by Cartier. An iconic piece, created in Paris France by the

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Santos De Cartier Necklace
Cartier Yellow Gold Santos De Cartier Necklace

Cartier Yellow Gold Santos De Cartier Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An 18k yellow gold necklace by Cartier from the Santos De Cartier collection. The necklace features

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Mother-of-Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Gold Caresse D'Orchidees Chain Bracelet
Cartier Mother-of-Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Gold Caresse D'Orchidees Chain Bracelet

Cartier Mother-of-Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Gold Caresse D'Orchidees Chain Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

adjustable chain length via multiple jump rings. Stamped 750 with Italian assay marks for 18 karat gold

Category

Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 18k Tri Color Trinity Draped Multicolor Chain Necklace
Cartier 18k Tri Color Trinity Draped Multicolor Chain Necklace

Cartier 18k Tri Color Trinity Draped Multicolor Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

18K white, yellow and rose gold Cartier Trinity de Cartier draped chain necklace featuring two

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Paris 1960 George L'enfant Very Rare Geometric Chain in 18Kt Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris 1960 George L'enfant Very Rare Geometric Chain in 18Kt Yellow Gold

Cartier Paris 1960 George L'enfant Very Rare Geometric Chain in 18Kt Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

A rare Cartier chain designed by George L'enfant. Exceptionally rare chain created in Paris France

Category

Vintage 1960s French Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere de Cartier 18k Rose Gold Bracelet
Cartier Panthere de Cartier 18k Rose Gold Bracelet

Cartier Panthere de Cartier 18k Rose Gold Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Feasterville, PA

The Cartier Panthère de Cartier Bracelet in 18k rose gold is a refined tribute to the maison’s

Category

2010s Chain Bracelets

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Gold LOVE Necklace
Cartier Gold LOVE Necklace

Cartier Gold LOVE Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Style: Cartier Yellow Gold LOVE Necklace Material: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 8.9g (5.7dwt

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Sautoir Gold Necklace
Cartier Sautoir Gold Necklace

Cartier Sautoir Gold Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Feasterville, PA

Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Necklace Circa 90s

Category

1990s Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18ct Yellow Gold Santos de Cartier Necklace 23g
Cartier 18ct Yellow Gold Santos de Cartier Necklace 23g

Cartier 18ct Yellow Gold Santos de Cartier Necklace 23g

By Cartier

Located in SYDNEY, NSW

A refined Santos de Cartier chain necklace crafted in 18ct yellow gold, featuring the signature

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Gold Agrafe Bracelet
Cartier Gold Agrafe Bracelet

Cartier Gold Agrafe Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Bethesda, MD

Cartier has borrowed the central motif of this jewelry collection from the world of fashion

Category

2010s French Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Paris x Georges Lenfant 18 Karat ID Chain Bracelet
Vintage Cartier Paris x Georges Lenfant 18 Karat ID Chain Bracelet

Vintage Cartier Paris x Georges Lenfant 18 Karat ID Chain Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Signed Cartier Paris x Georges Lenfant 18 Karat ID Chain Bracelet 59 grams 8.25" Length ID

Category

Late 20th Century French Modernist Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Love Diamond Gold Necklace
Cartier Love Diamond Gold Necklace

Cartier Love Diamond Gold Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Feasterville, PA

Cartier round brilliant cut diamonds in 18k white gold. Necklace Length: 16″ Dimensions: .78″ Inches in

Category

Early 2000s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Cartier Panthere Diamond Gold Bracelet
Cartier Panthere Diamond Gold Bracelet

Cartier Panthere Diamond Gold Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Feasterville, PA

yellow gold and featuring Onyx, Tsavorite garnets and glowing diamonds Cartier’s Panthere bracelet is an

Category

2010s Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Gold & Diamond Heart Necklace

Cartier Gold & Diamond Heart Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A simple, yet classic Cartier 18k yellow gold necklace, of cuban chain design & featuring three

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Diadea Diamond Gold Necklace
Cartier Diadea Diamond Gold Necklace

Cartier Diadea Diamond Gold Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Feasterville, PA

A magnificent necklace by Cartier from the Diadea collection, featuring Round Brilliant Vvs1 E-F

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Himalia Diamond Gold Bracelet
Cartier Himalia Diamond Gold Bracelet

Cartier Himalia Diamond Gold Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Feasterville, PA

A magnificent authentic Cartier Himalia bracelet set with 130 of the finest Cartier round brilliant

Category

Early 2000s French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere Diamond Gold Necklace
Cartier Panthere Diamond Gold Necklace

Cartier Panthere Diamond Gold Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Feasterville, PA

A strikingly beautiful necklace by Cartier from the Panthere collection crafted in 18k white gold

Category

Early 2000s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Gold Tennis Bracelet
Cartier Diamond Gold Tennis Bracelet

Cartier Diamond Gold Tennis Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Feasterville, PA

A chic authentic Cartier beaded tennis bracelet in 18k white gold featuring 2.04cts of the finest

Category

Early 2000s Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Love Rose Gold Bracelet
Cartier Love Rose Gold Bracelet

Cartier Love Rose Gold Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Banbury, GB

Brand Cartier Model B6027000 Serial

Category

2010s French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Panther Long Gold Necklace
Cartier Panther Long Gold Necklace

Cartier Panther Long Gold Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York City, NY

Rare 18K yellow gold Cartier necklace from the "Panther" collection by Cartier. It features the

Category

Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Pasha Gold Charm Bracelet
Cartier Pasha Gold Charm Bracelet

Cartier Pasha Gold Charm Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Designer: Cartier Style: Pasha White Gold Charm Bracelet Materials: 18k White Gold Clasp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Himalia Diamond Gold Bracelet
Cartier Himalia Diamond Gold Bracelet

Cartier Himalia Diamond Gold Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Feasterville, PA

Cartier Diamond bracelet from the Himalia collection featuring 130 Round Brilliant Vs1 E-F Color

Category

Early 2000s French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Love Rose Gold Bracelet
Cartier Love Rose Gold Bracelet

Cartier Love Rose Gold Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Banbury, GB

Dandelion Antiques Code AT-1368 Brand Cartier Model

Category

2010s French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Diamond Gold Agrafe Bracelet
Cartier Diamond Gold Agrafe Bracelet

Cartier Diamond Gold Agrafe Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Bethesda, MD

Cartier has borrowed the central motif of this jewelry collection from the world of Haute Couture

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

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Cartier Gold Chains For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of cartier gold chains for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Our selection of items includes 647 vintage examples as well as 568 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of cartier gold chains made by modern jewelers — as well as those associated with contemporary — are very popular. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 299 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for round cut cartier gold chains and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and mixed cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of cartier gold chains for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Cartier Gold Chains?

On average, cartier gold chains at 1stDibs sell for $5,946, while they’re typically $2 on the low end and $950,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Cartier for sale on 1stDibs

For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.

Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.

Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)

Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.

One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.

Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.

On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.

While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.

Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.

Questions About Cartier
  • 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 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. 

    Find vintage Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 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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