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Cartier table lighter
Cartier table lighter

Cartier table lighter

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

cartier for the london store

Category

French Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Gold Plated Lighter, 1990s
Cartier Gold Plated Lighter, 1990s

Cartier Gold Plated Lighter, 1990s

By Cartier

Located in Rome, IT

Cartier gold-plated lighter, 1990s. Excellent condition. Made in France Measure: 2.5 L x 7 H x

Category

1990s French Tobacco Accessories

Cartier Desk Clock and Lighter
Cartier Desk Clock and Lighter

Cartier Desk Clock and Lighter

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

by Cartier. The lighter holds an eight day clock set in an octagonal frame in the center of the

Category

Vintage 1920s British Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Gold Plate

1930s Cartier Paris exceptional gold lighter
1930s Cartier Paris exceptional gold lighter

1930s Cartier Paris exceptional gold lighter

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

This exceptional antique French 18 Carat yellow gold petrol lighter has a plain cylindrical form

Category

20th Century French Art Deco More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Paris, Sterling Silver ‘Street Lamp’ Table Lighter, 1930s
Cartier Paris, Sterling Silver ‘Street Lamp’ Table Lighter, 1930s

Cartier Paris, Sterling Silver ‘Street Lamp’ Table Lighter, 1930s

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

Cartier, Paris A remarkable and most likely unique Sterling silver table lighter in the form of

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Paris circa 1930 Art Deco Gold, Platinum, and Diamond Lighter
Cartier Paris circa 1930 Art Deco Gold, Platinum, and Diamond Lighter

Cartier Paris circa 1930 Art Deco Gold, Platinum, and Diamond Lighter

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

function but which are also decorated in the Cartier style.” This lighter by Cartier is an excellent

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Cartier Lighter Gold Charm Pendant
Cartier Lighter Gold Charm Pendant

Cartier Lighter Gold Charm Pendant

By Cartier

Located in Feasterville, PA

Turn up the heat with this sizzling 18k Yellow Gold Lighter Charm Pendant by Cartier. Suitable as

Category

Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier lighter with travel kit, gold plated, 90's - France
Cartier lighter with travel kit, gold plated, 90's - France

Cartier lighter with travel kit, gold plated, 90's - France

By Cartier

Located in VALLADOLID, ES

Gorgeous and Excellent luxury lighter from the prestigious brand Cartier, with 18-karat yellow gold

Category

1990s French For The Desk

Cartier gold Plated lighter

Cartier gold Plated lighter

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This is a very interesting gold plated Cartier Lighter. Unique and rare find.

Category

Vintage 1960s Desk Accessories

18k Gold & Black Enamel Cartier Pocket Lighter
18k Gold & Black Enamel Cartier Pocket Lighter

18k Gold & Black Enamel Cartier Pocket Lighter

By Cartier

Located in Van Nuys, CA

18k gold plate and black enamel Cartier lighter featuring a rectangular body with beautiful black

Category

Vintage 1960s Modern Tobacco Accessories

Le Must de Cartier, Very Rare, Candy Pink Lacquer & Gold Lighter
Le Must de Cartier, Very Rare, Candy Pink Lacquer & Gold Lighter

Le Must de Cartier, Very Rare, Candy Pink Lacquer & Gold Lighter

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Cartier Lighter Short Oval Rare Pink Lacquer 18k Gold plating Retro Circa 80s Paris

Category

Late 20th Century French Retro Vanity Items

Materials

Gold

Vintage Cartier Gold Plated Lighter
Vintage Cartier Gold Plated Lighter

Vintage Cartier Gold Plated Lighter

By Cartier

Located in Portland, England

A rare and classic gold-plated Cartier lighter with 18ct yellow gold plating. Inscribed with

Category

Late 20th Century European Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

2013 Le Must De Cartier Rare Transatlantic Rivet Motif Lighter
2013 Le Must De Cartier Rare Transatlantic Rivet Motif Lighter

2013 Le Must De Cartier Rare Transatlantic Rivet Motif Lighter

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Rare Cartier Lighter Rare Transatlantic Rivet Motif Polish metal 2013 In Mint working condition

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Vanity Items

Vintage 18k Gold Plated Cartier “Gordon” Oval Lighter with Diamonds
Vintage 18k Gold Plated Cartier “Gordon” Oval Lighter with Diamonds

Vintage 18k Gold Plated Cartier “Gordon” Oval Lighter with Diamonds

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier Vintage Gordon Cartier Lighter Short Oval 18K Gold Plated with Diamonds Original Cartier

Category

Late 20th Century French Artist Vanity Items

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold Plate

Vintage Cartier Gold Plated Lighter Frosted Design
Vintage Cartier Gold Plated Lighter Frosted Design

Vintage Cartier Gold Plated Lighter Frosted Design

By Cartier

Located in Portland, England

Very rare and classic gold-plated Cartier lighter with a geometric frosted texture design

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Cartier C De Cartier Logo Silver and Palladium Finish
Cartier C De Cartier Logo Silver and Palladium Finish

Cartier C De Cartier Logo Silver and Palladium Finish

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier Lighter C de Cartier Silver and Palladium Finish Comes with original Cartier case In mint

Category

Late 20th Century French Artist Vanity Items

Materials

Palladium, Silver

Vintage Sealed NOS Gold Plated Cartier Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s
Vintage Sealed NOS Gold Plated Cartier Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s

Vintage Sealed NOS Gold Plated Cartier Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

imagination of connoisseurs and collectors alike. The vintage elegance of Cartier lighters represents not just

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Le Must de Cartier C De Cartier Logo Silver & Palladium Finish
Le Must de Cartier C De Cartier Logo Silver & Palladium Finish

Le Must de Cartier C De Cartier Logo Silver & Palladium Finish

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier Lighter C de Cartier Silver and Palladium Finish Comes with original Cartier case In mint

Category

Late 20th Century French Artist Vanity Items

Materials

Palladium, Silver

Vintage Cartier Les Must Pentagon lighter Gold Plated
Vintage Cartier Les Must Pentagon lighter Gold Plated

Vintage Cartier Les Must Pentagon lighter Gold Plated

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

Vintage Gold Plated Cartier Les Must Pentagon lighter This gold-plated Cartier Pentagon lighter is

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage CARTIER Pentagon Mini Lighter Orange Marble Lacquered in Box 1980s
Vintage CARTIER Pentagon Mini Lighter Orange Marble Lacquered in Box 1980s

Vintage CARTIER Pentagon Mini Lighter Orange Marble Lacquered in Box 1980s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

exquisite lighters—a testament to elegance and precision. The vintage Cartier lighters, such as the 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Gold Plated CARTIER Pentagon Lighter Brushed in Box 1980s
Vintage Gold Plated CARTIER Pentagon Lighter Brushed in Box 1980s

Vintage Gold Plated CARTIER Pentagon Lighter Brushed in Box 1980s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

, Cartier lighters are a testament to the brand's illustrious heritage. In particular, vintage Cartier

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Cartier Les Must Santos lighter Silver Plated 1970s
Vintage Cartier Les Must Santos lighter Silver Plated 1970s

Vintage Cartier Les Must Santos lighter Silver Plated 1970s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

Vintage Cartier Les Must Santos lighter Silver Plated This silver-plated Cartier Santos lighter is

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Must De Cartier Black Lacquer And Gold Plate Lighter
Vintage Must De Cartier Black Lacquer And Gold Plate Lighter

Vintage Must De Cartier Black Lacquer And Gold Plate Lighter

By Cartier

Located in Portland, England

An elegant vintage Must de Cartier lighter, crafted in a black lacquer with gold-plated trim

Category

Late 20th Century European Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Cartier Vintage Red Lacquer Lighter with Gold-Tone Detailing, 1970s
Cartier Vintage Red Lacquer Lighter with Gold-Tone Detailing, 1970s

Cartier Vintage Red Lacquer Lighter with Gold-Tone Detailing, 1970s

By Cartier

Located in Portland, England

Elegant and iconic vintage Cartier lighter crafted in rich red lacquer with a beautiful gold-tone

Category

Vintage 1970s French Vanity Items

Vintage Le Must de Cartier Rare White Lacquer & Gold Horizontal Stripes
Vintage Le Must de Cartier Rare White Lacquer & Gold Horizontal Stripes

Vintage Le Must de Cartier Rare White Lacquer & Gold Horizontal Stripes

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful and Very Rare Vintage Cartier Lighter in White Lacquer Gold Plated Horizontal Gold

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate, Gold

Cartier Oval Lighter Red Laqcuered Gold Plated Complete in Box
Cartier Oval Lighter Red Laqcuered Gold Plated Complete in Box

Cartier Oval Lighter Red Laqcuered Gold Plated Complete in Box

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

Vintage Gold Plated Cartier Oval lighter This small gold-plated Cartier Oval lighter is indeed eye

Category

1990s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate, Rose Gold

Vintage Sealed NOS Gold Plated Cartier Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s
Vintage Sealed NOS Gold Plated Cartier Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s

Vintage Sealed NOS Gold Plated Cartier Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

's vintage lighters. Possession of this Cartier lighter is more than a mere ownership—it grants one the

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Vintage Le Must de Cartier Rare Blue Lacquer & 18k Gold Flower Oriental Pattern
Vintage Le Must de Cartier Rare Blue Lacquer & 18k Gold Flower Oriental Pattern

Vintage Le Must de Cartier Rare Blue Lacquer & 18k Gold Flower Oriental Pattern

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful and Very Rare Vintage Cartier Lighter in Blue Lacquer Gold Plated 18K Gold flower

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Nouveau Vanity Items

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate

Modern Gold Plated Reeded Pattern Must De Lighter by Cartier Paris
Modern Gold Plated Reeded Pattern Must De Lighter by Cartier Paris

Modern Gold Plated Reeded Pattern Must De Lighter by Cartier Paris

By Cartier

Located in Van Nuys, CA

The Must de Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Lighter with a serial number of 60976E. Known for its elegant

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Gold

Vintage Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter Gold Plated with Tortoiseshell Laquer
Vintage Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter Gold Plated with Tortoiseshell Laquer

Vintage Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter Gold Plated with Tortoiseshell Laquer

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

Vintage Tortoiseshell Gold Plated Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter This gold-plated Tortoiseshell

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Gold Plate

Vintage Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter Gold Plated with Orange Laquer
Vintage Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter Gold Plated with Orange Laquer

Vintage Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter Gold Plated with Orange Laquer

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

Vintage Orange Gold Plated Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter This gold-plated Tortoiseshell

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Vintage Gold Plated CARTIER Les Must Lighter 1970s
Vintage Gold Plated CARTIER Les Must Lighter 1970s

Vintage Gold Plated CARTIER Les Must Lighter 1970s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

timeless elegance, emerges the classic "Les Must" vintage lighter. Cartier's legacy, steeped in tradition

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Silver Plated CARTIER Santos Mini Lighter 1980s
Vintage Silver Plated CARTIER Santos Mini Lighter 1980s

Vintage Silver Plated CARTIER Santos Mini Lighter 1980s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

, Cartier has continually set the benchmark for refined taste. Vintage Cartier lighters, such as this 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Vintage CARTIER Les Must Lighter Silver Plated Florentine 1970s
Vintage CARTIER Les Must Lighter Silver Plated Florentine 1970s

Vintage CARTIER Les Must Lighter Silver Plated Florentine 1970s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

The 1970s "Les Must" lighter by Cartier embodies the luxurious essence and timeless elegance that

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Silver Plate

CARTIER 1970 Paris Guilloché Pocket Butane Gas Lighter In Plaqué d'Argent
CARTIER 1970 Paris Guilloché Pocket Butane Gas Lighter In Plaqué d'Argent

CARTIER 1970 Paris Guilloché Pocket Butane Gas Lighter In Plaqué d'Argent

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

A pocket lighter designed by Cartier. This is a beautiful butane pocket lighter, created in Paris

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Silver

Vintage CARTIER Pentagon Lighter Laque de Chine in Box 1980s
Vintage CARTIER Pentagon Lighter Laque de Chine in Box 1980s

Vintage CARTIER Pentagon Lighter Laque de Chine in Box 1980s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

model lighter from the 1980s. Renowned for their mastery of materials and intricate designs, Cartier

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Silver Plated CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s
Vintage Silver Plated CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s

Vintage Silver Plated CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

luxury in the world of fine objects. With a heritage of exceptional craftsmanship, Cartier lighters are

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage CARTIER Les Must Lighter Bordeaux Laque de Chine in Box 1970s
Vintage CARTIER Les Must Lighter Bordeaux Laque de Chine in Box 1970s

Vintage CARTIER Les Must Lighter Bordeaux Laque de Chine in Box 1970s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

vintage Cartier pieces grow rarer, this lighter serves as a distinguished treasure for the discerning

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Jacket CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s
Vintage 18k Gold Jacket CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s

Vintage 18k Gold Jacket CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

. Possessing a Cartier lighter transcends mere functionality — it’s about embracing a richly crafted legacy

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage CARTIER Les Must Lighter Green Lacquered in Box 1970s
Vintage CARTIER Les Must Lighter Green Lacquered in Box 1970s

Vintage CARTIER Les Must Lighter Green Lacquered in Box 1970s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

Cartier Les Must lighters, such as this remarkable piece, are esteemed by collectors for their enduring

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 18k Gold Jacket CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s
Vintage 18k Gold Jacket CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s

Vintage 18k Gold Jacket CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

Cartier lighter is not merely about its use; it is an invitation to carry a fragment of Cartier

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Jacket CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s
Vintage 18k Gold Jacket CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s

Vintage 18k Gold Jacket CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

, a truly rare artifact by Cartier. The Les Must 18k Gold lighter represents the height of luxury

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Cartier Gold Filled Lighter
Cartier Gold Filled Lighter

Cartier Gold Filled Lighter

By Cartier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: Cartier Material: sterling silver Dimensions: lighter is approximately 71mm x 25.30mm x

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

Cartier Gold Filled Lighter
Cartier Gold Filled Lighter

Cartier Gold Filled Lighter

By Cartier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: Cartier Material: sterling silver Dimensions: lighter is approximately 69.60mm x 25.35mm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

Cartier Gardoon Motif Lighter
Cartier Gardoon Motif Lighter

Cartier Gardoon Motif Lighter

By Cartier

Located in Amman, JO

Cartier Godrons Décor Square Lighter Yellow Metal, Golden Finished Material: Gold Tone Hardware

Category

15th Century and Earlier European Other

Cartier Trinity Gold Lighter
Cartier Trinity Gold Lighter

Cartier Trinity Gold Lighter

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A chic, elegant accessory by the always stylish French jewelry house, Cartier. Featuring one of

Category

1990s French Modern More Objets d'Art and Vertu

Vintage Cartier Gold Plated Lighter
Vintage Cartier Gold Plated Lighter

Vintage Cartier Gold Plated Lighter

By Cartier

Located in Portland, England

Classic and elegant Must De Cartier Stripe Gold Plated Lighter with original red Cartier pouch

Category

Late 20th Century European Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

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

Vintage Cartier 'Trinity" Gold Plated Lighter

By Cartier

Located in Portland, England

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

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage French Cartier Stripe Gold Plated Lighter
Vintage French Cartier Stripe Gold Plated Lighter

Vintage French Cartier Stripe Gold Plated Lighter

By Cartier

Located in Portland, England

Classic and iconic vintage Must De Cartier Stripe Gold Plated Lighter with original red Cartier box

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage CARTIER Pentagon Lighter Blue Lacquered 1970s
Vintage CARTIER Pentagon Lighter Blue Lacquered 1970s

Vintage CARTIER Pentagon Lighter Blue Lacquered 1970s

By Cartier

Located in DELFT, NL

lighter, making each one a treasure of timeless sophistication. The "Pentagon" model from Cartier is an

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Vanity Items

Materials

Gold Plate

RARE CARTIER Art Deco Gold Watch Lighter
RARE CARTIER Art Deco Gold Watch Lighter

RARE CARTIER Art Deco Gold Watch Lighter

By Cartier

Located in New York City, NY

Very rare and fine 18K yellow gold watch lighter by Cartier, with European Watch & Clock (EWC

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Cartier Lighter For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact cartier lighter you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, gold plate and silver. If you’re looking for a cartier lighter from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic cartier lighter over the years, but those made by Cartier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A cartier lighter can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 2, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a baguette cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and round cut alternatives. When shopping for a cartier lighter, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Cartier Lighter?

Prices for a cartier lighter can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $780 and can go as high as $24,246, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,840.

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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Typically, to refill a Cartier lighter, you open the valve cap on the top using the grooves or notches, depending on the design. Then, insert the gas refill and press for three seconds. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Cartier lighters.
  • 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.