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Cartier Santos Octagon Automatic L 18k Gold
By Cartier
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
In Mint Condition. Swiss Made, Cartier Santos In Stainless Steel & 18k Yellow Gold. Solid Gold
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Octagon 29662 Gold/Steel Watch Boxed
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand : Cartier Model: Santos Octagon Reference: 29662 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland
Category

Early 2000s European Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Cartier Art Deco 18K Gold Natural Burma Octagonal Step Cut Sapphire Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Art Deco Cartier Natural Burmese sapphire ring. 1930's Octagonal Step Cut Sapphire
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Octagon Stainless Steel Automatic Ladies Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Octagon Stainless Steel Automatic Ladies Diamond Watch with Unique Dial 2965 This
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Octagon Gold and Steel Ladies Self Winding Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Cartier Santos Ladies Wrist Watch, 25 M.M. 3 Piece Stainless Steel case with 18k Yellow
Category

Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Steel

Vintage Cartier Paris Centure PM, Small Octagon shaped Watch, circa 1975-1980
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Vintage Cartier Paris Centure Octagon Shape watch is the Small size, circa 1975
Category

Vintage 1970s European Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Santos Octagon 18k Gold and Steel Automatic Ladies Diamond Watch 2966
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Octagon 18K Gold and Steel Automatic Ladies Diamond Watch 2966. This watch has been
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Steel

Cartier Santos Ronde Gold Octagon 29mm Women's Watch with Diamond Bezel 187902
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Octagon 29mm Women's Watch with Diamond Bezel 187902 This watch has been
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Home Front Spinel Brooch, 6.35 Carat
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Bursting with patriotism, this original Cartier Home Front clip brooch features a 6.35-carat
Category

20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Drive De Cartier Rose Gold Watch WGN0005
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A men's 41mm Drive De Cartier crafted from 18k rose gold, by Cartier. Featuring a silvered flinqué
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Large Santos De Cartier Blue PVD WSSA0048 Box Papers Extra Bracelet 4072
By Cartier
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this 2022 Large Cartier Santos De Cartier WSSA0048 with extended
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier La Dona Citrine 18k Yellow Gold Band Ring Size 51 w/Paper
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This gorgeous authentic band ring is by Cartier from the La Dona collection, it is crafted from 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Cartier Blue Enamel Manual Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier Blue Enamel Clock showcasing an Octagonal Dial with Roman Numeral and Manual Movement. A
Category

Vintage 1960s Desk Accessories

Materials

Enamel

Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch embodies timeless sophistication. Its sleek
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Onyx & Mother of Pearl Desk Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Onyx & Mother of Pearl Desk Clock A desk clock consisting of an octagonal face made of
Category

Vintage 1980s French Desk Accessories

Materials

Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Brass, Gilt Metal

Cartier 'Tank Francaise' White Gold 18K Diamond Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier Tank Francaise White Gold 18K and Diamond Ladies Watch Authentic Cartier Tank Francaise
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Cougar Ladies Watch 18 Karat Yellow Gold 887921
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A Cartier Cougar ladies watch in 18 karat yellow gold 887921, circa 1990. This elegant wrist watch
Category

1990s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Paris Art Deco Jade Diamond Lady's Vanity Case
By Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
Octagonal powder compact in sculpted jadeite finished in yellow gold, platinum and half-rosette
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Natural Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Charm Bracelet 18k Gold French Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
” x ¾” and the octagonal charms ¾” x ¾”. The bracelet weighs 59.4 grams. The Cartier vintage
Category

Vintage 1980s French Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Custom Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Watch 2465
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER TANK FRANCAISE MIDSIZE CUSTOM AFTERMARKET DIAMOND BEZEL WATCH 2465 -Condition: Mint -Case
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold and Enamel Cufflinks by Cartier Circa 1945
By Cartier
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive pair of octagonal 18 karat yellow gold men's Cartier cufflinks with enamel
Category

Vintage 1940s French Cufflinks

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Santos 100 Large Automatic Two Tone Diamond Watch W200728G
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 Large Automatic Two Tone Diamond Watch W200728G 18kt yellow gold and stainless
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring, French, circa 1976
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier ruby, sapphire and diamond cocktail ring. Set with five octagonal emerald-cut diamonds in
Category

Vintage 1970s French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

Cartier 18K White Gold Santos 100 Unisex White Gold Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
You will fall in love with this beautiful Cartier Santos watch the moment you see it. It has
Category

20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Santos 100 Men's Watch W20121U2 Stainless Steel Watch with Black Rubber
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
. Scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Octagonal crown set with a faceted blue gemstone. Stainless steel
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos 100 w20072x7 Stainless Steel/Yellow Gold White Dial Mens Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
in-house 1 year mechanical warranty and comes with Cartier Box. Stainless steel case with a brown
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

2020 Cartier Drive De Retrograde Dual Time 18K Rose Gold Day/Night WGNM0005 BNP
By Cartier
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this 2020 Cartier Drive De Retrograde Dual Time Automatic Watch WGNM0005
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Paris 1935 Rare Art Deco Geometric Desk Clock in Black Onyx and Agate
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A desk clock designed by Cartier. A beautiful and sober desk clock, created in Paris France by the
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Agate, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Péry et Fils Paris Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
octagonal links pave-set with approximately 12.00 carats of diamonds, each centering a cabochon emerald or
Category

Late 20th Century French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Newton, MA
four prong double basket set blue aquamarine octagonal step cut weighing approximately 60ct and
Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
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W 0.89 in D 0.51 in L 1.16 in
Le Coultre Reverso, Art Deco, Stainless Steel Wristwatch, circa 1934
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in London, GB
desire to be modern. Parisian designers and jewellers such as Louis Cartier and René Lalique played an
Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Le Coultre Reverso, Art Deco, Stainless Steel Wristwatch, circa 1934
Le Coultre Reverso, Art Deco, Stainless Steel Wristwatch, circa 1934
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H 1.54 in W 0.91 in D 0.36 in L 1.54 in
Certified Gem-Set Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds ‘Tutti Frutti’ Bracelet.
Located in OVIEDO, AS
): Measurements (5.78X4.90X2.50 to 7.30X6.22X2.54 mm). 2 of them with octagonal step Cuts and one with oval mixed
Category

Vintage 1970s European Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Marchak 1960 Paris Links Cufflinks with Afghani Blue Lapis Lazuli in 18Kt Gold
By Marchak
Located in Miami, FL
four octagonal shaped pieces, carved from natural Afghani blue lapis lazuli. The lapis are gemstone
Category

Vintage 1950s French Post-War Cufflinks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage French 18k Gold Earrings Citrine Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
octagonal setting with the thick hemispheric “petals” on both sides. This setting underlines rich and deep
Category

Vintage 1970s French Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marchak Paris 1930 Art Deco Geometric Ring In 18Kt Gold With 42.84 Cts Amethyst
By Marchak
Located in Miami, FL
. Gemstones: Mounted from only two sides, with an octagonal stepped cut (24 x 19 x 13 mm) of a natural vivid
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Oscar Heyman Gia Certified Classic Ring Plat 18Kt Gold 3.19 Cts Diamonds Emerald
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Miami, FL
finish. Mounted in the center in a four-prongs setting, with an octagonal step cut (8.81 x 6.92 x 5.74
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Pol Bury Belgium 1968 2002 Sculptural Kinetic Mezzaluna Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold
By Pol Bury
Located in Miami, FL
L’octagon (1985) in the city of San Francisco. Note: This ring from a closed edition of only 8
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Belgian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pol Bury 1968 Paris Kinetic Convertible Necklace Pendant Brooch in 18kt Gold
By Pol Bury
Located in Miami, FL
incorporated water into their kinetic workings, including his well known L’octagon (1985) in the city of San
Category

Vintage 1960s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pol Bury Belgium 1968 2002 Rare Sculptural Kinetic Platforms Ring In 18Kt Gold
By Pol Bury
Located in Miami, FL
kinetic workings, including his well known L’octagon (1985) in the city of San Francisco. Note: This ring
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pol Bury Belgium 1968-2002 Rare Sculptural Kinetic Spheres Ring 18Kt White Gold
By Pol Bury
Located in Miami, FL
well known L’octagon (1985) in the city of San Francisco. Note: This ring from a closed edition of
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Pol Bury Belgium 1970 Rare Sculptural Kinetic Spikes Pendant Brooch In 18Kt Gold
By Pol Bury
Located in Miami, FL
their kinetic workings, including his well known L’octagon (1985) in the city of San Francisco. Note
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Modernist More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Unisex Cartier Santos Octagon Stainless Steel Quartz Date Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand Cartier Model Santos Octagon 1561 Gender Unisex Condition Pre-owned Movement Swiss Quartz
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Ladies Cartier Santos Octagon Steel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand Cartier Model Santos Octagon Gender Ladies Condition Pre-owned Movement Swiss Automatic Case
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Unisex Cartier Santos Octagon Steel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand Cartier Model Santos Octagon Gender Unisex Condition Pre-owned Movement Swiss Automatic Case
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Ladies Cartier Santos Octagon Steel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand Cartier Model Santos Octagon 187902 Gender Ladies Condition Pre-owned Movement Swiss Quartz
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Ladies Cartier Santos Octagon 187902 Steel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand Cartier Model Santos Octagon 187902 Gender Ladies' Condition Pre-owned Movement Swiss Quartz
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Unisex Cartier Santos Octagon Steel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Date Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand Cartier Model Santos Octagon Gender Unisex Condition Pre-owned Movement Swiss Automatic
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

CARTIER – Ceinture Automatic Cartier, Paris
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
CARTIER – Ceinture Automatic Cartier, Paris, made circa 1970. Fine, octagonal, 18K yellow gold
Category

French Wrist Watches

CARTIER Panther Row Watch
By Cartier
Located in Shaker Heights, OH
This unisex watch is powered by the original Cartier Quartz movement. In excellent condition it has
Materials

Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Cartier Panthère de Cartier Quartz Movement Diamond Set W3PN0007 Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Melbourne, VIC
The elegant and sleek Panthère de Cartier watch features a 22 x 30 x 6 mm rectangular-shaped case
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

CARTIER TANK AMERICAINE Chrono
By Cartier
Located in Shaker Heights, OH
This large 18Karat white gold Cartier Chrono measures 45mm x 26mm and weighs 155.5 Grams. The
Materials

White Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos Ladies Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Westfield, NJ
octagonal bezel, stainless steel band. Watch face 25mm without crown, band 6 inches when clasped.
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

CARTIER. An Enamel Pill Box
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Composed of two octagonal compartments, each applied with blue guilloché enamel to all sides over a
Category

20th Century French Edwardian Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

18k Gold

CARTIER Tank Americaine Chrono Gold
By Cartier
Located in Shaker Heights, OH
This large 18Karat yellow gold Cartier Chrono measures 45mm x 26mm and weighs 157 Grams. The
Cartier Magnificent Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in Kortrijk, BE
A rare and magnificent pair of Art Deco sapphire and diamond cufflinks by Cartier, designed as
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

CARTIER Panther Large Steel Gold Three Row Watch
By Cartier
Located in Shaker Heights, OH
This unisex watch is powered by the original Cartier Quartz movement. In excellent condition it has
Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Santos Galbee Automatic Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Galbee W20058C4 Two-Toned Unisex Watch with a 29mm Stainless Steel Case and a fixed
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Galbee Large Silver Roman Dial Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Galbee Large 29MM Silver Roman Dial Automatic Stainless Steel Watch W20055D6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Tank Francaise W5000256
By Cartier
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Cartier Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Tank Francaise Model = W50002N2 Comes With: Original
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unisex Cartier Santos Ronde 1561 Stainless Steel Quartz Date Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand Cartier Model Santos Ronde1561 Gender Unisex Condition Pre-owned Movement Swiss Quartz Case
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

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Cartier Octagon For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate cartier octagon for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a cartier octagon 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 21st Century. A cartier octagon of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 2, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Finding a cartier octagon for sale for women should be easy, but there are 5 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Cartier Octagon?

On average, a cartier octagon at 1stDibs sells for $2,675, while they’re typically $1,600 on the low end and $11,500 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.

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 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
    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 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 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 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. 

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