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Cartier Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, by Cartier. This chic 18k yellow gold necklace by Cartier features a unique
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Vintage 1960s French Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Gold Necklace
Cartier Gold Necklace
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L 18 in
Cartier Gold Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Bold gold pendant. Made, signed and numbered by CARTIER. A wide quilted pattern with an open
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1990s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Gold Pendant
Cartier Gold Pendant
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Dm 1.33 in
Cartier Gold and Diamond Leaf Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier necklace, in gold and diamonds, explores the interplay of light with textured, canted
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Vintage 1950s French Link Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Gold and Emerald Lion Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A rare and elegant 18-karat gold and emerald lion brooch-pendant by Cartier, circa 1970s. This is a
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Vintage 1970s Contemporary Brooches

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Emerald

Cartier Yellow Gold, Emerald and Onyx 'Maillon Panthère' Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Gold, Emerald, and Onyx 'Maillon Panthère' Necklace is a striking testament to
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1990s French Link Necklaces

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Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1940's Cartier Yellow and Rose 14K Gold Bars Pyramid Pendant Clip Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful estate Cartier gold bars pyramid pendant clip brooch composed of eight interconnected
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Sapphire Diamond Clover Flower Brooch 14 Karat Gold Mid-Century Retro
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous and rare Cartier Gold, Sapphire and Diamond Clover Flower Clip Brooch. The
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Cartier Vintage Gold Bracelet and Necklace Set 18k Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Cartier vintage 18k gold bracelet and necklace set. The pieces are crafted from tightly woven
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Vintage 1970s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Rose Gold Pearl Trinity De Cartier Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k rose gold pearl necklace by Cartier from the Trinity de Cartier collection. The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

Cartier Rose Gold Pearl Trinity De Cartier Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k rose gold pearl necklace by Cartier from the Trinity de Cartier collection. The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

Cartier Rose Gold Guilloche Amulette De Cartier Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous 18k rose gold diamond necklace by Cartier from the Amulette de Cartier collection. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Panthère De Cartier Necklace N7424210
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A striking 18k yellow gold necklace by Cartier from the Panthère De Cartier collection. The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Panthère De Cartier Necklace N7424210
Cartier Yellow Gold Panthère De Cartier Necklace N7424210
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W 1.03 in D 0.6 in L 1.13 in
Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Panthère De Cartier Necklace N7059200
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A striking Cartier 18k yellow gold diamond necklace from the Panthère De Cartier collection. The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tri-Colour Gold Multistrand Trinity de Cartier Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An eye-catching 18k tri-colour gold necklace by Cartier from the Trinity de Cartier collection. The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Multi-Strand Necklaces

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

Cartier Two Tone Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Two Tone Gold Necklace A two tone gold necklace with 17 white gold knots evenly spaced
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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Cartier Two Tone Gold Necklace
Cartier Two Tone Gold Necklace
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L 33 in
Cartier Diamond Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A simple, elegant Cartier diamond necklace in 18k gold; designed two rows of elliptical hoops
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Late 20th Century French Link Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Panthère De Cartier Necklace N7059200
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A striking Cartier 18k yellow gold diamond necklace from the Panthère De Cartier collection. The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER Panthere de Cartier Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This authentic exquisite Panthere de Cartier necklace features a panther pendant crafted in 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Rose Gold Malachite & Diamond Amulette De Cartier Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k rose gold malachite and diamond necklace from the Amulette de Cartier collection
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21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Rose Gold Diamond & Onyx Amulette De Cartier Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An 18k rose gold Cartier pendant from the Amulette de Cartier collection. The pendant comprises of
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21st Century and Contemporary French More Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Hand Pendant Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Hand Pendant Gold Necklace, numbered A left hand clutching on to a white gemstone; 18
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Late 20th Century French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Hand Pendant Gold Necklace
Cartier Hand Pendant Gold Necklace
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W 0.36 in L 0.87 in
CARTIER 18kt Yellow Gold Chain
By Cartier
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The CARTIER 18kt Yellow Gold Chain is a testament to timeless elegance and understated luxury
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER 18kt Yellow Gold Chain
CARTIER 18kt Yellow Gold Chain
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L 19.38 in
Cartier Pasha De Cartier White Gold Pendant Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold "Pasha De Cartier" Pendant Necklace by Cartier. Details: Weight Pendant: 20.4
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21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Cartier Santos de Cartier 18 Karat White Gold Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Cartier Collection: Santos de Cartier Style: Chain Link Necklace Metal: White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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White Gold

Cartier Panthere Silverium Pendant Cartier Necklace 18k Gold Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An iconic Cartier hanging Panthere pendant with a 18k gold Cartier chain necklace. A sleek and
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

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Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier C De Cartier Diamond White Gold Link Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold C De Cartier Double C Diamond Link Necklace by Cartier. With 99 round brilliant cut
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1990s French Link Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Necklace 18k
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Necklace 16 inch Anchor link Chain 2.5 mm The Pendant spins freely on the hand made chain
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

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
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Early 2000s French Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Cartier Pasha De Cartier Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Pasha De Cartier openwork circle pendant enhancer is crafted in 18k yellow gold, pave
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Intriguing charm/pendant: a figural nail. Made, signed and numbered by CARTIER NEW YORK. Set
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Vintage 1930s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm
Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm
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W 0.25 in L 1.75 in
Cartier Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Pendant of the House of Cartier. 3 gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). Vintage trinity model of 1995
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Cartier Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold
Cartier Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.65 in L 0.69 in
Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Intriguing charm/pendant: a figural nail. Made, signed and numbered by CARTIER NEW YORK. Set
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Vintage 1930s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm
Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm
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W 0.25 in L 1.75 in
Cartier Vintage Cartier Zodiac 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1990
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier zodiac pendant circa 1990. This hexagonal 18ct yellow gold pendant has all 12
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Late 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Diamond Set 18ct Yellow Gold Panthère De Cartier Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Diamond Set 18ct Yellow Gold Panthère De Cartier Necklace Brand- Cartier Model- Panthère
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Cartier "Draperie" Diamond Gold 18K Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier "Draperie" diamond yellow gold 18K Necklace. 18 Gold Chains with 25 Diamonds in white gold
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1990s French Choker Necklaces

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

Cartier Panthere De Cartier Necklace 18k White Gold Diamond Emerald & Onyx
By Cartier
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this Authentic Cartier Panthere De Cartier Necklace. This stunning necklace
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2010s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Cartier Yellow Gold Chain Necklace 18k
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An excellent Cartier yellow gold chain necklace that was made in the late 1980s. ​The unusual link
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Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Agrafe de Cartier Pave Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection: Agrafe Style: Pendant Necklace Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Mariner Link Gold Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A substantial 18k gold mariner link chain necklace by Cartier. The links are flat and textured. The
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Vintage 1970s Chain Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Mariner Link Gold Chain Necklace
Cartier Mariner Link Gold Chain Necklace
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W 0.75 in L 32 in
SANTOS-DUMONT CARTIER Yellow Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The "SANTOS-DUMONT CARTIER Yellow Gold Necklace" is a luxurious and exquisite piece of jewelry
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

SANTOS-DUMONT CARTIER White Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The "SANTOS-DUMONT CARTIER White Gold Necklace" is a luxurious and exquisite piece of jewelry
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Marine Link Chain 18k Gold
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
yellow and white gold, 2 Yellow links and one White Link completes the pattern. Cartier's unparalleled
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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold

Cartier Panthere Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Cartier Panthere Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and elegance
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love White Gold Diamond Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier "Love" white gold diamond necklace Round-cut diamonds of approximately 0.75 carat, 18
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Love White Gold Diamond Necklace
Cartier Love White Gold Diamond Necklace
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W 0.91 in L 0.91 in
Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU. AT-1855 Brand Cartier Serial No 46
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Antique Early 1900s French Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER "Diamants Légers de Cartier" White Gold Diamond Necklace .Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Cartier long chain necklace is crafted in 18k white gold and features tassel pendant
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2010s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Panthere On A Cartier Chain Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
gold with sparkling marquise diamond eyes, the sleek feline suspends from a Cartier diamond hinged loop
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20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier White Gold Mariners link necklace 18k
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 18k White Gold Link Necklace 45 CM or 17.75 Inches Length 35.3 Grams 18k White Gold
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2010s French Link Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Love Gold Pendant Cord Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Signature Love collection 18k white gold pendant on a cord necklace. Necklace is 20" long, pendant
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold

Cartier Love Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Iconic coveted Love pendant necklace by Cartier, featuring three G/VS diamonds in the pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold

Cartier Amulette De Cartier Mother of Pearl Diamonds 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Elevate your elegance with this Cartier necklace. Exquisite craftsmanship meets timeless design in
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2010s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Cartier Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Diamond
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Pendant signed by the house of Cartier in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). model created on
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Diamond
Cartier Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Diamond
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W 0.45 in L 0.67 in
Gold & Diamond Heart Pendant by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A contemporary gold and diamond heart pendant by Cartier. Crafted from 18k yellow gold this
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1990s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold

Cartier Clash Necklace Diamonds Rose Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-1953 Brand Cartier Model B3040900 Date Circa 2022 Serial No. MS
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier 18 karat Yellow Gold Ingots Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Cartier 18-karat Yellow Gold Ingots Necklace is a stunning piece of jewelry created by the
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20th Century French Modern Link Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier pendant necklace, designed as an 18k gold chain suspending a simple cross set with 22
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21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Heart Two-Color Gold Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A lovely heart charm pendant by Cartier featuring 18k white and rose gold, forming a perfect
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Heart Necklace 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Paris Diamond Pave Heart Necklace. Both Chain And Heart Signed Cartier. Beautiful Pave Set
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Maillon Panthere Diamond Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k yellow gold Cartier diamond Maillon Panthere necklace from the Links and Chains
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21st Century and Contemporary French Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love Diamonds 18k White Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Cartier Love necklace is an exquisite piece crafted from 18k white gold. It features
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2010s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Gold

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Cartier Gold Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of cartier gold necklaces for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find a collection of 1354 vintage versions or 728 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. There are many different pieces in our collection of cartier gold necklaces to choose from, but Modern and Contemporary cartier gold necklaces are of considerable interest. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Diamond versions from the 893 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A selection of round cut, brilliant cut and mixed cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of cartier gold necklaces, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Cartier Gold Necklaces?

Prices for cartier gold necklaces can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $450 and can go as high as $875,000, while cartier gold necklaces, on average, fetch $9,000.

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.

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bvlgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

Questions About Cartier
  • 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 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
    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
    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 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 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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most Cartier watches are quartz, but the iconic Tank watch is automatic. While quartz watches work due to a pre-installed battery, automatic watches use a spring system and are self-winding.