Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's 42mm White Gold Automatic Watch W69013Z2
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Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's 42mm White Gold Automatic Watch W69013Z2 - Automatic winding. White gold
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Cartier Tank Solo 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch W1018855 2742
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Solo 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch W1018855 2742 - Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold case
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Watch W69012Z4 3001
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's 42mm Stainless Steel Automatic Watch W69012Z4 3001 - Automatic winding
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier 18 Karat White Gold Lapis Lazuli Men's Baton Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
With: Cartier Box Gender: Mens Cufflinks Length: 2.2cm Cufflinks Width: 2.2cm Condition: 8 Material
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20th Century Cufflinks
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Tank Solo 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch W1018855 2742
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Solo 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch W1018855 2742 - Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold case
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Roadster Chronograph 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Watch W62021Y2
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Roadster Chronograph 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch W62021Y2 - Automatic winding; chronograph
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Calibre Stainless Steel & Rose Gold Men's Watch W7100043 3578
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Calibre Stainless Steel & Rose Gold Men's 42mm Watch W7100043 3578 - Automatic winding
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Tank Solo 18K Rose Gold Men's Watch W5200024 3168
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Solo 18K Rose Gold Men's Watch W5200024 3168 - Quartz movement. 18k rose gold case
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Tank Francaise 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5000156 1840
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5000156 1840 - Automatic winding; date at 6
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Tank Francaise 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5000156 1840
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5000156 1840 - Automatic winding; date. 18k
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Tank Francaise 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5000156 1840
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5000156 1840 - Automatic winding; date. 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Roadster Chronograph Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Watch 2618 W62006X6
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Roadster Chronograph Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Watch 2618 W62006X6 - Chronograph
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
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Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Francaise 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5000156 1840
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5000156 1840 - Automatic winding; date. 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Roadster Chronograph 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Watch W62021Y2
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Roadster Chronograph 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch W62021Y2 - Automatic winding; chronograph
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Roadster Chronograph 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Watch W62021Y2
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Roadster Chronograph 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch W62021Y2 - Automatic winding; chronograph
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Roadster Chronograph Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Watch 2618 W62006X6
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Roadster Chronograph Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Watch 2618 W62006X6 - Chronograph
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Watch W69012Z4 3001
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's 42mm Stainless Steel Automatic Watch W69012Z4 3001 - Automatic winding
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Tank Solo 18K Rose Gold Men's Watch W5200024 3168
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Solo 18K Rose Gold Men's Watch W5200024 3168 - Quartz movement. 18k rose gold case
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Santos 18 Karat Rose Gold Large Men's Watch WGSA0007
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos 18K Rose Gold Large Men's Watch WGSA0007 - Automatic winding . 18K Rose gold ( 40
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Tank Francaise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5000156
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5000156 - Automatic winding; date at 6 o'clock
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Tank Solo 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5200002 3168
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Solo 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5200002 3168 - Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold case
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Tank Solo 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5200002 3168
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Solo 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5200002 3168 - Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold case
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Roadster GMT Stainless Steel XL Men's Watch Ref 2722
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Roadster GMT Stainless Steel XL Men's Watch Ref 2722 - Automatic winding with date and GMT
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Roadster Chronograph Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Watch 2618 W62006X6
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Roadster Chronograph Men's Stainless Steel Automatic Watch 2618 W62006X6 - Chronograph
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow & White Gold Men's Panthère Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Code: COM1909 Brand: Cartier Description: 18k Yellow & 18k White Gold Men's Panthère Ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Roadster Men's Steel & Gold 2-Tone Watch W62031Y4 2510
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Roadster Men's Steel & Gold 2-Tone Watch W62031Y4 2510 - Automatic winding. Roadster
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Jumbo Panther Stainless Steel Men's Quartz Watch with Date
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Jumbo Panther Stainless Steel Men's Quartz Watch with Date - Quartz. Stainless steel case
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
2007 Cartier Stainless Steel Pasha Seatimer Mens Watch W31077U2
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Specifications Movement: Automatic Case: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm Dial: Black Bracelet: Black Rubberised Stainless Steel Buckle: Deployment Buckle Glass: Sapphire...
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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
2004 Cartier Stainless Steel Pasha Chronograph Mens Watch 2113
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Specifications Movement: Automatic Case: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 38mm Dial: Black Bracelet: Black Crocodile Leather Buckle: Deployment Glass: Sapphire Crystal Water ...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
2009 Cartier Stainless Steel Pasha Seatimer Mens Watch W31080M7
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Specifications Movement: Automatic Case: Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm Dial: Silver Bracelet: Stainless Steel Buckle: Stainless Steel Deployment Buckle Glass: Sapphire...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's Two Tone Automatic Watch W2BB0031 3001
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's 42mm Two Tone Automatic Watch W2BB0031 3001 - Automatic winding
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Santos Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Quartz Watch 187901
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Quartz Watch 187901 - Quartz. Santos. Stainless steel
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Men's Tank Francaise Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Code: COM1412 Brand: Cartier Description: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Tank Francaise Cufflinks
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1990s Cufflinks
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White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's 42mm Stainless Steel Automatic W69012Z4 3765
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's 42mm Stainless Steel Automatic W69012Z4 3765 - Automatic winding
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Must de Cartier Gold Vermeil Plaque Men's or Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Must de Cartier Gold Vermeil Plaque Men's or Ladies Watch - Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold plated
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Roadster Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch W62004V3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Pre-Owned Cartier Roadster W62004V3 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Cougar Men's/Ladies Midsize 33mm Stainless Steel Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Cougar Men's/Ladies Midsize 33mm Stainless Steel Automatic Watch - Automatic . Stainless
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Santos Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Quartz Watch W20011C4
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Quartz Watch W20011C4 - Quartz. Stainless steel case with
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Cougar Men's/Ladies Midsize 33mm 2- Tone Watch W35005B6
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Cougar Men's/Ladies Midsize 33mm 2- Tone Watch W35005B6 - Quartz. Stainless steel & Yellow
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Santos Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Quartz Watch W20011C4
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos Men's 2-Tone Steel & Gold Quartz Watch W20011C4 - Quartz. Stainless steel case with
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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Jumbo Panther Stainless Steel Men's Quartz Watch with Date
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Jumbo Panther Stainless Steel Men's Quartz Watch with Date - Quartz. Stainless Steel (27mm
Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Pasha Seatimer Steel Silver Dial Automatic Mens Watch W31080M7
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Good Condition Cartier Pasha Seatimer 40.5mm Stainless Steel Men's Watch W31080M7. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu Steel Silver Dial Mens Automatic Watch W69012Z4
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Case reference 3765. Pre-Owned Cartier Ballon Bleu 42mm Stainless Steel Silver Dial Men's Automatic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Santos 100 W20071Y1 Men's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 W20071Y1 Men's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold SKU: 135463 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Roadster Stainless Steel Black Dial Mens Automatic Watch W62004V3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Cartier Roadster 38mm X 43mm Stainless Steel Black Dial Mens Automatic Watch W62004V3
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier 21C Mens Autoscaph Automatic Watch, Ref. 2427 - Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
. CARTIER 21C Mens Autoscaph Automatic Watch, Ref. 2427 - Stainless Steel Gorgeous Condition with Box
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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Louis 2679 18K White Gold Quartz Men's Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Tank Louis 2679 Men's Watch. 22mm 18K white gold case. Off-White dial with Blue steel
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
White Gold
Cartier Tank Solo W5200027 Rectangle Stainless Steel Automatic Men's Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Cartier Tank W5200027 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by an
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Roadster Tonneau Steel Silver Dial Automatic Men's Watch W6206018
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Cartier Roadster W6206018 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by an
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Cartier Roadster Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men’s Watch W62002V3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Cartier Roadster W62002V3 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu Steel Automatic Silver Dial Men's Watch W69016Z4
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This never been worn Cartier Ballon Bleu W69016Z4 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Cartier Santos-100, 265 6 Men's XL Watch Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Santos 100 XL 2656 mens watch. 38MM stainless steel square case with stainless steel bezel
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Cartier Santos-100, 265 6 Men's XL Watch Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Santos 100 XL 2656 mens watch. 38MM stainless steel square case with stainless steel bezel
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Cartier Ballon Bleu Steel Silver Dial Automatic Men's Watch W69012Z4
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Cartier Ballon Bleu W69012Z4 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by a
Category
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Roadster W62041V3 Black Dial Steel Mens Watch Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Roadster W62041V3 / 2510 Mens Watch. 38mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel smooth
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Cartier Ballon Bleu 3765 Stainless Steel Men's Watch Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu 3765 Men's Watch. 42mm stainless steel case with fixed smooth bezel. Silver
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Roadster Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men's Watch W62002V3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This pre-owned Cartier Roadster W62002V3 is a beautiful men's timepiece that is powered by
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
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Cartier Men For Sale on 1stDibs
Browse a vast assortment of cartier men for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Stainless Steel and 18k Gold. Our selection of items includes 115 vintage examples as well as 282 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of cartier men includes designs that are universally popular, but Modern and Contemporary styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Diamond versions from the 11 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. There are many round cut, cabochon and princess cut cartier men for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of cartier men for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for men, but there are still pieces to choose from for women.
How Much are Cartier Men?
Prices for cartier men can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $725 and can go as high as $32,995, while cartier men, on average, fetch $5,790.
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For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.
Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.
Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)
Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.
One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.
Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.
On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.
While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.
Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.
Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You
Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.
Questions About Cartier
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Cartier engagement ring can cost between $3,000 and $800,000. The price depends on the diamond's carat weight and quality.
- Are Cartier watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 1, 2024Yes, 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. - Is Cartier a luxury watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- Is Cartier cheaper in Paris?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cartier 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.
- How much is a Cartier worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024How 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.
- Why is Cartier so popular?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024There are a few reasons why Cartier is so popular. For one thing, the French luxury house is known for its very long history of unparalleled prestige and quality craftsmanship. Cartier has been producing extraordinary jewelry, watches and accessories since 1847. While jewelry lovers have long been enthusiastic about Cartier’s elegant and streamlined designs for bracelets, rings, necklaces and other pieces, the brand is also known for innovation. It pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry, and its artisans were so mindful of trends in fashion that the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Later, Cartier’s Art Deco-era pieces would help define the movement with which they are associated. One of the brand’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch, one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. Today’s influencers continue to help popularize the brand, increasing the demand for certain pieces like Cartier buffalo horn sunglasses and the Cartier Love bracelet, an icon of modernist jewelry. Find a wide range of Cartier watches, jewelry and eyewear on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier famous for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cartier is famous for producing jewelry and watches out of rare and luxury-grade materials and creating innovative designs, often packed with symbolism. Some of the jeweler's most famous pieces include the modern Love and Trinity bracelets and its custom-made antique and vintage jewelry like the Crocodile and Patiala necklaces. Find a range of Cartier jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
- What is the Cartier symbol?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Today, 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.
- Is Cartier real gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021As 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.
- Does Cartier rose gold fade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cartier 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.
- How much is a Cartier bracelet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The 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.
- Is Cartier the same as Rolex?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024No, 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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