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Cartier Messenger Bag

Cartier Vintage Must de Calfskin Envelope Messenger Bag
Cartier Vintage Must de Calfskin Envelope Messenger Bag

Cartier Vintage Must de Calfskin Envelope Messenger Bag

By Cartier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Cartier Must de Cartier Calfskin Messenger Bag combines luxury and practicality in burgundy leather with gold accents.

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1990s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Bordeaux Leather Crossbody Bag
Cartier Bordeaux Leather Crossbody Bag

Cartier Bordeaux Leather Crossbody Bag

By Cartier

Located in Paris, FR

Cartier bordeaux leather crossbody messenger bag featuring an half-moon shape, front gold-tone logo at front, top zip opening, shoulder strap (29.5in. (75cm)), a logo lining, an insi...

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1990s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier, Marcello leather crossbody bag with python leather
Cartier, Marcello leather crossbody bag with python leather

Cartier, Marcello leather crossbody bag with python leather

By Cartier

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Cartier, Marcello leather crossbody bag with python leather. The item is in very good condition both on the exterior as interior.  CONDITION: very good condition SIZE: one size ME...

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2010s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

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Vintage Cartier double flap envelope classic shoulder bag. Must de Cartier line.
Vintage Cartier double flap envelope classic shoulder bag. Must de Cartier line.

Vintage Cartier double flap envelope classic shoulder bag. Must de Cartier line.

By Cartier

Located in Kashiwa, Chiba

1990's vintage Cartier double flap envelope shoulder bag with gold-tone logo charm closure and frames. Classic purse from Must de Cartier. Cartier 90s vintage Double Flap Envelope s...

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1990s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Burgundy Les Must De Crossbody Bag
Cartier Burgundy Les Must De Crossbody Bag

Cartier Burgundy Les Must De Crossbody Bag

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H 7.09 in W 9.45 in D 1.58 in

Cartier Burgundy Les Must De Crossbody Bag

By Cartier

Located in Sundbyberg, SE

Burgundy leather Cartier Les Must De crossbody bag with – Gold-tone hardware – Single adjustable flat shoulder strap – Single flap pocket under flap – Tonal leather lining, dual poc...

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1990s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Vintage Burgundy Leather Messenger Shoulder Bag
Cartier Vintage Burgundy Leather Messenger Shoulder Bag

Cartier Vintage Burgundy Leather Messenger Shoulder Bag

By Cartier

Located in Rome, Rome

CARTIER Paris Vintage shoulder bag in burgundy genuine leather. Upper zipper closure. 1 front pocket with magnetic button closure. Cartier logo patch on the front. Burgundy fabric li...

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1980s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

1990S Cartier Black Leather Shoulder Bag
1990S Cartier Black Leather Shoulder Bag

1990S Cartier Black Leather Shoulder Bag

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W 9.85 in D 1.58 in L 7.09 in

1990S Cartier Black Leather Shoulder Bag

By Cartier

Located in Paris, FR

1990S Cartier black leather cross body bag featuring a front flap closure, a front logo patch, a long shoulder strap, a magnetic fastening, multiple interior compartments and an inte...

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1990s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Leather Bordeaux Men's Women's Crossbody Carryall Shoulder Bag With Box
Cartier Leather Bordeaux Men's Women's Crossbody Carryall Shoulder Bag With Box

Cartier Leather Bordeaux Men's Women's Crossbody Carryall Shoulder Bag With Box

By Cartier

Located in Charlotte, NC

CURATOR'S NOTES Cartier Leather Bordeaux Men's Women's Crossbody Carryall Shoulder Bag With Box Leather Gold tone hardware Nylon lining Date code present Made in France Adjustable ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Must de Cartier Vintage Burgundy Leather Messenger Crossbody Bag
Must de Cartier Vintage Burgundy Leather Messenger Crossbody Bag

Must de Cartier Vintage Burgundy Leather Messenger Crossbody Bag

By Cartier

Located in Rome, Rome

Vintage Must de Cartier Messenger bag crafted in burgundy leather.

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20th Century French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Vintage Ruby Red Messenger Flap Bag
Cartier Vintage Ruby Red Messenger Flap Bag

Cartier Vintage Ruby Red Messenger Flap Bag

By Cartier

Located in PUTNEY, NSW

A Timeless Statement of Elegance and Luxury Step into the world of sophisticated style with the Cartier Vintage Red Messenger Flap Bag. This exquisite vintage piece captures the esse...

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Early 2000s European Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Bordeaux Leather Shoulder Bag
Cartier Bordeaux Leather Shoulder Bag

Cartier Bordeaux Leather Shoulder Bag

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H 7.49 in W 3.15 in L 9.45 in

Cartier Bordeaux Leather Shoulder Bag

By Cartier

Located in Paris, FR

Cartier bordeaux leather shoulder bag featuring an adjustable shoulder strap, gold-tone hardware, inside zip pocket, logo lining, a front leather logo patch. Circa 1990s Made in Fr...

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1990s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Bordeaux Leather Shoulder Bag
Cartier Bordeaux Leather Shoulder Bag

Cartier Bordeaux Leather Shoulder Bag

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H 6.7 in W 1.97 in L 9.45 in

Cartier Bordeaux Leather Shoulder Bag

By Cartier

Located in Paris, FR

Cartier bordeaux leather shoulder bag featuring front gold plated logo plaque with snap closure under, adjustable shoulder strap and buckle fastening, inside compartments, an inside ...

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1990s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Marcello saddle bag size Unica
Cartier Marcello saddle bag size Unica

Cartier Marcello saddle bag size Unica

By Cartier

Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT

Marcello saddle bag Leather Cognac color Real python strap Can be carried by hand too Large external pocket Additional zipped pockets Cm 33 x 23 x 11 (12,99 x 9 x 4,33 inches)

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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Bordeaux Leather Crossbody Flap Bag 863243
Cartier Bordeaux Leather Crossbody Flap Bag 863243

Cartier Bordeaux Leather Crossbody Flap Bag 863243

By Cartier

Located in Dix hills, NY

GOOD CONDITION (7/10 or B) (Outside) Minor scratch partially Minor wrinkle partially (Outside) Minor dullness partially (Shoulder) Minor rub on a part of shoulder strap Minor cr...

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20th Century Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Must de Cartier Vintage Burgundy Leather Flap Shoulder Bag
Must de Cartier Vintage Burgundy Leather Flap Shoulder Bag

Must de Cartier Vintage Burgundy Leather Flap Shoulder Bag

By Cartier

Located in Rome, Rome

Vintage Must de Cartier shoulder bag in Burgundy genuine leather. Cartier logo patch under the flap. Gold metal hardware. 2 main compartments inside. Burgundy leather lining . Adjust...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Bordeaux Leather Gold Saddle Flap Shoulder Crossbody Bag
Cartier Bordeaux Leather Gold Saddle Flap Shoulder Crossbody Bag

Cartier Bordeaux Leather Gold Saddle Flap Shoulder Crossbody Bag

By Cartier

Located in Charlotte, NC

CURATOR'S NOTES Cartier Bordeaux Leather Gold Saddle Flap Shoulder Crossbody Bag Leather Gold tone hardware Turn lock closure Satin lining Made in Italy Adjustable shoulder stra...

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Late 20th Century Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Vintage “Must de Cartier” Burgundy Leather Envelope Shoulder Bag, C. 1990's
Vintage “Must de Cartier” Burgundy Leather Envelope Shoulder Bag, C. 1990's

Vintage “Must de Cartier” Burgundy Leather Envelope Shoulder Bag, C. 1990's

By Cartier

Located in Morongo Valley, CA

Structured shoulder bag crafted in Cartier’s signature oxblood leather with gold-tone hardware. Features a sharp envelope flap, logo plaque closure, and protective corner accents. Sl...

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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Bordeaux Must de Cartier Crossbody Bag
Cartier Bordeaux Must de Cartier Crossbody Bag

Cartier Bordeaux Must de Cartier Crossbody Bag

By Cartier

Located in Orlando, FL

This crossbody bag features a leather body, flat leather strap, double flap, push lock closure, and interior zip pocket. It carries a B+ condition rating. Dimensions: Length 19.50...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Maroon Leather Must De Cartier Crossbody Bag
Cartier Maroon Leather Must De Cartier Crossbody Bag

Cartier Maroon Leather Must De Cartier Crossbody Bag

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Cartier brings us this well-shaped Must De Cartier bag that has been crafted from leather and flaunts a front flap. The leather lined interior is for your belongings and the bag is c...

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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Burgundy Leather Must de Cartier Crossbody Bag
Cartier Burgundy Leather Must de Cartier Crossbody Bag

Cartier Burgundy Leather Must de Cartier Crossbody Bag

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Express your personal style with this high-end crossbody bag. Crafted from quality materials, it has been added with fine details and is finished perfectly. It features a well-sized ...

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2010s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Must De Cartier Shoulder Bag Leather Vintage Burgundy Italian 1980s
Must De Cartier Shoulder Bag Leather Vintage Burgundy Italian 1980s

Must De Cartier Shoulder Bag Leather Vintage Burgundy Italian 1980s

By Cartier

Located in Brindisi, Bt

Must De Cartier women's vintage shoulder bag, burgundy color 100% textured leather. Internal dividers, removable shoulder strap. Excellent vintage conditions. Made in Italy. Width: ...

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1980s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Red x Bordeau Leather Must de Cartier Crossbody Bag
Cartier Red x Bordeau Leather Must de Cartier Crossbody Bag

Cartier Red x Bordeau Leather Must de Cartier Crossbody Bag

By Cartier

Located in Orlando, FL

This crossbody bag features a leather body, flat strap, top zip closure, an exterior zip pocket, and an interior zip pocket. It carries a B+ condition rating. Dimensions: Length 1...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Vintage Cartier Burgundy Leather Drawstring Bucket Bag
Vintage Cartier Burgundy Leather Drawstring Bucket Bag

Vintage Cartier Burgundy Leather Drawstring Bucket Bag

By Cartier

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Item shows gentle signs of wear throughout, with minor scuffs and wrinkling on the leather. Minor chipping on the side as seen on the picture. Comes as is with its authenticity card....

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Early 1900s Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

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1990s Brown Leather and Fabric Tote Bag by Fendissime

$822

H 11.42 in W 12.6 in D 4.34 in L 20.87 in

1990s Brown Leather and Fabric Tote Bag by Fendissime

By Fendissime, Fendi

Located in Aci Castello, IT

This is a 1990s brown leather tote bag by Fendissime, a diffusion line by the luxury brand Fendi. The bag features a soft rectangular silhouette with dual top handles. The leather ap...

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Late 20th Century Italian Tote Bags

Rare Hermès Vintage Black Leather Sac 404 Top Handle Doctor's Bag
Rare Hermès Vintage Black Leather Sac 404 Top Handle Doctor's Bag

Rare Hermès Vintage Black Leather Sac 404 Top Handle Doctor's Bag

By Hermès

Located in Studio City, CA

Vintage Hermes Sac 404 in black box calf leather with top handle and gold-plated metal hardware including a push-lock closure and key attached to the handle and protected by a leathe...

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1960s French Top Handle Bags

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1980s Vintage GUCCI Camera Bag Pigskin Leather Brown

1980s Vintage GUCCI Camera Bag Pigskin Leather Brown

$431Sale Price|25% Off

H 6.5 in W 3 in L 10.5 in

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By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI camera bag is crafted of pigskin leather in brown and gold toned hardware. Top zipper closure opens to a beige leather interior featuring a zippered pocket. This G...

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1980s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...

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Vintage DOONEY & BOURKE Calvary Mini Crossbody Bag

Vintage DOONEY & BOURKE Calvary Mini Crossbody Bag

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a late 1980s vintage DOONEY & BOURKE calvary mini crossbody bag. This denim blue pebbled all weather leather bag has English tan trim. The brass DB fob is attached. It co...

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1980s American Evening Bags and Minaudières

Stunning 9.54Ct Natural Blue Sapphire Triple Row Wide Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold
Stunning 9.54Ct Natural Blue Sapphire Triple Row Wide Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold

Stunning 9.54Ct Natural Blue Sapphire Triple Row Wide Band Ring 14K Yellow Gold

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

This luxurious wide band ring features 9.54 carats of natural oval-cut blue sapphires, elegantly arranged in a triple-row design. Expertly handcrafted in 14K yellow gold, the sapphir...

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New 1950s Suzy Perette Vintage 50s Black Velvet ' Wet Look ' Cocktail Dress
New 1950s Suzy Perette Vintage 50s Black Velvet ' Wet Look ' Cocktail Dress

New 1950s Suzy Perette Vintage 50s Black Velvet ' Wet Look ' Cocktail Dress

By Suzy Perette

Located in San Diego, CA

BRAND NEW (Never Worn) VINTAGE!!! Chic 1950s Suzy Perrette black silk velvet cocktail dress! Brand New deadstock vintage dress! Skirt features soft black silk velvet, with built i...

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1950s American Cocktail Dresses

Les Must de Cartier Vintage Leather Suitcase Burgundy Bordeaux Luggage
Les Must de Cartier Vintage Leather Suitcase Burgundy Bordeaux Luggage

Les Must de Cartier Vintage Leather Suitcase Burgundy Bordeaux Luggage

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage leather suitcase "Les Must de Cartier" burgundy Bordeaux luggage. Cartier maroon leather with zip around and gold-tone hardware suitcase. Rare "Le Must de Cartier" leather su...

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1970s Celine Reptile Patterned Shoulder Trio Bag/Clutch
1970s Celine Reptile Patterned Shoulder Trio Bag/Clutch

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By Celine

Located in Toronto, Ontario

The original Celine trio bag! 1970s Celine brown reptile patterned front closure bag. Front features gold tone tube style lock with the classic Celine horse and buggy logo and two pa...

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Van Cleef & Arpels Carnelian and Tiger's Eye 'Magic Alhambra' Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels Carnelian and Tiger's Eye 'Magic Alhambra' Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels Carnelian and Tiger's Eye 'Magic Alhambra' Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

This Van Cleef & Arpels 18K gold necklace features 16 variously sized carnelian and tiger's eye quatrefoil motifs on a fine link chain. Necklace length 48 inches. French assay and wo...

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1980s Vintage GUCCI Pigskin Leather Document Clutch Bag Brown Large
1980s Vintage GUCCI Pigskin Leather Document Clutch Bag Brown Large

1980s Vintage GUCCI Pigskin Leather Document Clutch Bag Brown Large

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI business clutch bag is crafted of pigskin leather in brown featuring gold toned hardware. Front flap combination lock closure opens to a beige pigskin leather inte...

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Bill Blass Pink White Polka Dot Hand Painted Fit and Flare Vintage Dress, 1990
Bill Blass Pink White Polka Dot Hand Painted Fit and Flare Vintage Dress, 1990

Bill Blass Pink White Polka Dot Hand Painted Fit and Flare Vintage Dress, 1990

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 90s BILL BLASS pale pink and white hand painted polka dot fit n' flare cocktail silk taffeta dress! Features large handpainted polka dots throughout. Attached white lace underla...

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1970s Vintage GUCCI Two-Way Monogram Suede Shoulder Clutch Bag Brown

1970s Vintage GUCCI Two-Way Monogram Suede Shoulder Clutch Bag Brown

$435Sale Price|25% Off

H 6.5 in W 1.5 in L 10.5 in

1970s Vintage GUCCI Two-Way Monogram Suede Shoulder Clutch Bag Brown

By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage GUCCI two-way shoulder/clutch bag is crafted of monogram suede trimmed with smooth calfskin leather in brown featuring a gold-toned GG logo on the front. Front flap snap...

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1970s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Leather Fob Key Holder
Cartier Leather Fob Key Holder

Cartier Leather Fob Key Holder

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier Leather Fob Key Holder from the 1980's. Leather fob embossed with house logo in signature Cartier tones. Some areas of wear which can be reconditioned. Signed Cartier on gil...

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Gucci Italy Rare Sleek Gilt Metal Minaudiere' Clutch c 1970s
Gucci Italy Rare Sleek Gilt Metal Minaudiere' Clutch c 1970s

Gucci Italy Rare Sleek Gilt Metal Minaudiere' Clutch c 1970s

$775Sale Price|20% Off

H 5.25 in D 1.5 in L 7.75 in

Gucci Italy Rare Sleek Gilt Metal Minaudiere' Clutch c 1970s

By Gucci

Located in University City, MO

Gucci Italy Rare opulent gold plated minaudiere' clutch c 1970s The elegant gold metal clutch is designed with a green leather embossed band that runs vertically across the center o...

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Iconic Gucci Vintage Black Leather Horse Bit 1955 Shoulder Bag
Iconic Gucci Vintage Black Leather Horse Bit 1955 Shoulder Bag

Iconic Gucci Vintage Black Leather Horse Bit 1955 Shoulder Bag

$1,469

H 7.09 in W 10.63 in D 3.15 in L 15.75 in

Iconic Gucci Vintage Black Leather Horse Bit 1955 Shoulder Bag

By Gucci

Located in Aci Castello, IT

A timeless piece from Gucci’s storied archive, this 1970s black leather shoulder bag exudes understated elegance and vintage sophistication. Crafted in smooth, supple leather, the de...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

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Cartier Messenger Bag For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary cartier messenger bag you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. If you’re looking for an option in brown and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in black, pink and more. Making the right choice when shopping for a cartier messenger bag may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing accessory such as this — no matter the origin — is easy, but Cartier, Bottega Veneta and Chanel each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Finding a cartier messenger bag for sale for women should be easy, but there are 4 pieces available to browse for men as well.

How Much is a Cartier Messenger Bag?

On average, a cartier messenger bag on 1stDibs sells for $757, while they’re typically $358 on the low end and $10,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Cartier for sale on 1stDibs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Finding the Right Crossbody-bags-messenger-bags for You

Stylish and practical, vintage and designer crossbody bags and messenger bags are ideal for all occasions, from lunch dates to errands to sunny afternoons in the park to formal affairs.

Messenger bags are a fashion staple. A shoulder bag that’s designed to be durable and lightweight, messenger bags offer comfort and convenience when carrying heavy items, and while their functionality is comparable to that of standard backpacks, you don’t have to take your bag off to get into its compartments and various zippered pockets. This is a sophisticated accessory — it sits flat against your body and provides easy access to your belongings at all times.

Our love for vintage handbags and purses goes back a long time. For as long as we’ve needed to carry around personal items to and from our homes, handbags of some fashion have been in our lives. Bag design evolved notably during the later Middle Ages to meet the needs of increasingly prosperous, sophisticated and diverse societies. As craftspeople grew in skill, and the choice of materials and dyes increased, the bags’ exteriors were embellished to please the eye and signify status. In our modern era, there is a vast range of iconic handbags and other bags to choose from.

Crossbody bags, which were designed to be worn on one side of the body so that the long strap is looped over the opposite shoulder, have been popular and versatile accessories over time, thankfully improving upon the medieval-era crude leather and silk coin purses that Europeans fastened to their belts as well as the drawstring pouches of the Renaissance, which held money as often as they did flowers and spices. These bags — as well as the stylish messenger bags that have materialized during the 20th century — weren’t bound by gender when they first appeared, and they certainly aren’t today.

For an alluring alternative to a satchel or backpack, luxury houses and various legendary brands such as Gucci, Prada, Chanel, Louis Vuitton and others offer a wide range of crossbody bags and messenger bags for the discerning bag enthusiast. Find these bags in all shapes and sizes on 1stDibs.