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Cartier Panthere Handbag

Cartier Panthère Box Satchel
Cartier Panthère Box Satchel

Cartier Panthère Box Satchel

By Cartier

Located in Amman, JO

Cartier Panthère Box Satchel A refined expression of Cartier’s iconic elegance, this Panthère Top Handle Bag is crafted from smooth, structured leather in black. The silhouette is c...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Cartier Panthere Hobo Shoulder Bag Cream White Leather Gold Hardware
Cartier Panthere Hobo Shoulder Bag Cream White Leather Gold Hardware

Cartier Panthere Hobo Shoulder Bag Cream White Leather Gold Hardware

By Cartier

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

Cartier Panthere Hobo Shoulder Bag Cream White Leather Gold Hardware These are professional photos of the actual bag offered by Luxbags. The signature panthere miniature in front of ...

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2010s Chinese Shoulder Bags

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Cartier Panthère handbag in black calfskin leather, PHW
Cartier Panthère handbag in black calfskin leather, PHW

Cartier Panthère handbag in black calfskin leather, PHW

By Cartier

Located in Paris, IDF

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21st Century and Contemporary French Clutches

Cartier Panthere Black Patent Leather Handbag
Cartier Panthere Black Patent Leather Handbag

Cartier Panthere Black Patent Leather Handbag

By Cartier

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Cartier Panthere black patent leather handbag. GHW.

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1990s French Handbags and Purses

Cartier Panthere Small Orange Pebble Leather Handbag
Cartier Panthere Small Orange Pebble Leather Handbag

Cartier Panthere Small Orange Pebble Leather Handbag

By Cartier

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Cartier Panthere small orange pebble leather handbag.

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1990s French Handbags and Purses

Cartier Bordeaux Panthère Box Bag
Cartier Bordeaux Panthère Box Bag

Cartier Bordeaux Panthère Box Bag

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

Crafted in France from shiny patent leather in a deep shade of bordeaux, this retro-style satchel bag is a true work of art by Cartier, featuring a structured box design, a circular,...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Cartier 1990s Black Leather Classic Panthere Shoulder Bag
Cartier 1990s Black Leather Classic Panthere Shoulder Bag

Cartier 1990s Black Leather Classic Panthere Shoulder Bag

By Cartier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Elevate Your Style with the iconic Cartier 1990s Black Leather Panthere Shoulder Bag! Discover a piece of fashion history with our Cartier 1990s Panthere Shoulder Bag. This classic b...

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2010s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

CARTIER Panthere Black Leather Clutch Handbag
CARTIER Panthere Black Leather Clutch Handbag

CARTIER Panthere Black Leather Clutch Handbag

By Cartier

Located in Montreal, QC

Chic CARTIER Black Leather Clutch Purse featuring a Gold Panther Closure; Striking Red interior with zipper; 14” x 7.5”; comes with original dust cover. A Must Have Timeless Classic ...

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Late 20th Century French Clutches

CARTIER Black Leather Panthere Sidepack Bag
CARTIER Black Leather Panthere Sidepack Bag

CARTIER Black Leather Panthere Sidepack Bag

By Cartier

Located in Torre Del Greco, IT

Dress up in class with this Cartier Black Leather Panthere Sidepack Bag. This elegant piece features gorgeous smooth leather with sleek lines and a Cartier Panthere C logo. We can al...

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2010s French Backpacks

90's Cartier Panthere Sidepack Black Leather Backpack
90's Cartier Panthere Sidepack Black Leather Backpack

90's Cartier Panthere Sidepack Black Leather Backpack

By Cartier

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Cartier vintage black Panthere side pack bag. This elegant bag features gorgeous smooth leather with sleek lines and a silver color Cartier Panthere C logo. This bag is lined in le...

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1990s French Backpacks

Cartier Panthere Black Leather Structured Tote Bag
Cartier Panthere Black Leather Structured Tote Bag

Cartier Panthere Black Leather Structured Tote Bag

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Black structured bag from Cartier with the iconic Cartier panther ring detail. The inside of the bag features a dual zipper and open pocket, animal print lining, and a zip to close. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Tote Bags

Cartier Vintage Black Leather Panthere Line Pouch Bag Purse
Cartier Vintage Black Leather Panthere Line Pouch Bag Purse

Cartier Vintage Black Leather Panthere Line Pouch Bag Purse

By Cartier

Located in Rome, Rome

Vintage CARTIER black leather small pouch bag. Made of good quality and thick leather. Trapeze-shaped. Gold tone Panthere zipper pull. Animalier fabric lining. 'Cartier - Paris' tag ...

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20th Century French Pouches and Wristlets

Cartier Black Leather Panthere De Cartier Chain Clutch
Cartier Black Leather Panthere De Cartier Chain Clutch

Cartier Black Leather Panthere De Cartier Chain Clutch

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Panthere de Cartier clutch is crafted from black leather and comes with a chain handle. The lined interior will hold your essentials and the panther detail on the front will del...

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2010s Clutches

Cartier Black Leather Panthere De Cartier Chain Clutch
Cartier Black Leather Panthere De Cartier Chain Clutch

Cartier Black Leather Panthere De Cartier Chain Clutch

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Panthere de Cartier clutch is crafted from black leather and comes with a chain handle. The fabric-lined interior will hold your essentials and the panther detail on the front w...

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2010s Italian Clutches

Cartier Black Leather Small Panthere de Cartier Bag
Cartier Black Leather Small Panthere de Cartier Bag

Cartier Black Leather Small Panthere de Cartier Bag

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H 7.88 in W 0.99 in L 12.41 in

Cartier Black Leather Small Panthere de Cartier Bag

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Standing by Cartier’s iconic Panthere de Cartier collection, this stunner embodies a fine design with high craftsmanship. Crafted from black leather, the front is adorned with a silv...

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Cartier Black Leather Small Panthere de Cartier Bag
Cartier Black Leather Small Panthere de Cartier Bag

Cartier Black Leather Small Panthere de Cartier Bag

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H 7.88 in W 0.99 in L 12.41 in

Cartier Black Leather Small Panthere de Cartier Bag

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Cartier bag embodies a fine design and high craftsmanship. Crafted using leather, the bag has a textured exterior and a panther motif at the front. This bag has a flat handle an...

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Cartier Black Leather Panthere Hobo
Cartier Black Leather Panthere Hobo

Cartier Black Leather Panthere Hobo

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H 7.09 in W 0.99 in L 12.6 in

Cartier Black Leather Panthere Hobo

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Give glamor and luxury a new meaning with this beautifully crafted Cartier hobo. Standing by Cartier’s iconic Panthere de Cartier collections, this stunner embodies fine exotic desig...

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2010s Italian Hobo Bags

Cartier White Porcelain Panthère de Cartier Vase
Cartier White Porcelain Panthère de Cartier Vase

Cartier White Porcelain Panthère de Cartier Vase

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Cartier's ever-majestic House animal — the panther — graces this porcelain vase and grants it the unmissable signature of luxury. Enliven any corner with this piece. Includes: Origi...

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2010s Italian Wallets and Small Accessories

Cartier Black Leather Medium Panthere de Cartier Bag
Cartier Black Leather Medium Panthere de Cartier Bag

Cartier Black Leather Medium Panthere de Cartier Bag

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Designed by the iconic fashion house Cartier, this Panthere de Cartier bag is truly a masterpiece in the world of luxurious fashion. It has been created using leather and poses a dai...

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2010s Italian Hobo Bags

Cartier Tan Embossed Leather Panthere Tote
Cartier Tan Embossed Leather Panthere Tote

Cartier Tan Embossed Leather Panthere Tote

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H 6.3 in W 3.94 in L 12.8 in

Cartier Tan Embossed Leather Panthere Tote

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This designer tote by Cartier for women is super classy and functional, perfect for everyday use. We like the simple details and its high-quality finish.

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2010s French Tote Bags

Cartier Red Leather Panthere Shoulder Bag
Cartier Red Leather Panthere Shoulder Bag

Cartier Red Leather Panthere Shoulder Bag

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H 11.03 in W 3.15 in L 13 in

Cartier Red Leather Panthere Shoulder Bag

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Carry everything you need in style thanks to this Cartier red bag. Crafted from the best materials, this is an accessory that promises enduring style and usage.

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Cartier Panthere Black Leather Bag
Cartier Panthere Black Leather Bag

Cartier Panthere Black Leather Bag

By Cartier

Located in Paris, FR

Cartier Pantehre Shoulder Bag in black leather and animal printing lining. Clasp with a black panthere Good condition Size 38*23 cm Goood condition

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Early 2000s French Bucket Bags and Drawstring Bags

Cartier Brown Leather Panthere Box Bag
Cartier Brown Leather Panthere Box Bag

Cartier Brown Leather Panthere Box Bag

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H 6.7 in W 4.73 in L 9.65 in

Cartier Brown Leather Panthere Box Bag

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Presented by the House of Cartier, this Panthere bag is skillfully designed with utmost precision and mastery. This bag comprises of brown leather on the exterior with silver-toned h...

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2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

Cartier Dark Red Leather Panthere Box Bag
Cartier Dark Red Leather Panthere Box Bag

Cartier Dark Red Leather Panthere Box Bag

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H 6.7 in W 4.73 in L 9.65 in

Cartier Dark Red Leather Panthere Box Bag

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Presented by the House of Cartier, this Panthere bag is skillfully designed with utmost precision and mastery. This bag comprises of a dark red leather exterior with silver-tone hard...

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Cartier Black Leather Panthere Top Handle Bag
Cartier Black Leather Panthere Top Handle Bag

Cartier Black Leather Panthere Top Handle Bag

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

With its retro style, this Panthere bag by Cartier will complete your look with a sophisticated finish. Its structured exterior is crafted from black leather which features a folded ...

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2010s Unknown Shoulder Bags

Cartier Black Leather Medium Panthere de Cartier Bag
Cartier Black Leather Medium Panthere de Cartier Bag

Cartier Black Leather Medium Panthere de Cartier Bag

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Designer bags are ideal companions for ample occasions! Here we have a fashion-meets-functionality piece crafted with precision. It has been equipped with a well-sized interior that ...

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2010s Italian Hobo Bags

Cartier Dark Brown Leather Medium Panthere de Cartier Bag
Cartier Dark Brown Leather Medium Panthere de Cartier Bag

Cartier Dark Brown Leather Medium Panthere de Cartier Bag

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Designed by the iconic fashion house Cartier, this Panthere de Cartier bag is truly a masterpiece in the world of luxurious fashion. It has been created using dark brown leather and ...

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2010s Italian Hobo Bags

Cartier Black Glossy Leather Panthere Shoulder Bag
Cartier Black Glossy Leather Panthere Shoulder Bag

Cartier Black Glossy Leather Panthere Shoulder Bag

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

For a look that is complete with style, taste, and a touch of luxe, this shoulder bag is the perfect addition. Flaunt this beauty on your shoulder at any event and revel in the taste...

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2010s French Shoulder Bags

Cartier Panthere Red Leather Top Handle Bag
Cartier Panthere Red Leather Top Handle Bag

Cartier Panthere Red Leather Top Handle Bag

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H 12.21 in W 3.15 in D 2.76 in

Cartier Panthere Red Leather Top Handle Bag

By Cartier

Located in Antwerp, BE

Good Preloved Condition Cartier Panthere Red Leather Top Handle Bag This amazing vintage Cartier red leather bag has a Gold toned iconic panther. Featured with a top handle and a ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Vintage Cartier Panthere Brown Leather Backpack Shoulder Bag
Vintage Cartier Panthere Brown Leather Backpack Shoulder Bag

Vintage Cartier Panthere Brown Leather Backpack Shoulder Bag

By Cartier

Located in Portland, OR

This gorgeous Cartier Panthere vintage 1990's brown leather shoulder bag can be worn as a side or back sling bag. We love bags like these because they can hold a lot and have so much...

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1990s European Shoulder Bags

Vintage Cartier Black Leather Panthere Evening Bag
Vintage Cartier Black Leather Panthere Evening Bag

Vintage Cartier Black Leather Panthere Evening Bag

By Cartier

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Beautiful vintage cartier panthere evening bag in black box like leather. Comes with detachable shoulder strap as well. Item shows very minor wear, however there are a few part of th...

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1990s Top Handle Bags

Cartier Red Leather Panthere Flap Coin Pouch
Cartier Red Leather Panthere Flap Coin Pouch

Cartier Red Leather Panthere Flap Coin Pouch

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H 3.94 in W 0.4 in L 6.3 in

Cartier Red Leather Panthere Flap Coin Pouch

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Cartier pouch is carefully crafted to offer you a luxurious accessory you will cherish. It is marked by high quality and enduring appeal. Invest in it today!

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2010s Italian Wallets

Cartier Teal Green Embossed Leather Panthere De Cartier Card Case
Cartier Teal Green Embossed Leather Panthere De Cartier Card Case

Cartier Teal Green Embossed Leather Panthere De Cartier Card Case

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This stylish and functional card case is a must have in your collection. It is equipped with multiple well lined slots to hold your cards.

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2010s Wallets and Small Accessories

Vintage Cartier Black Smooth Leather Panthere Trifold Wallet
Vintage Cartier Black Smooth Leather Panthere Trifold Wallet

Vintage Cartier Black Smooth Leather Panthere Trifold Wallet

By Cartier

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Beautiful vintage Cartier panthere wallet in black leather with gold hardware. Overall in unworn vintage condition, only scuff marks and creasing due to storage. Beautiful coveted it...

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1990s Wallets

Cartier Black Glossy Leather Panthere Art Deco Trifold Wallet
Cartier Black Glossy Leather Panthere Art Deco Trifold Wallet

Cartier Black Glossy Leather Panthere Art Deco Trifold Wallet

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Compact and stylish, this wallet will be your favorite grab-and-go companion. Designed from quality materials, its interior is divided into different compartments to store your cards...

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2010s Wallets and Small Accessories

Vintage 90s Cartier Panthère Top Handle Bag with Flap Down Closure
Vintage 90s Cartier Panthère Top Handle Bag with Flap Down Closure

Vintage 90s Cartier Panthère Top Handle Bag with Flap Down Closure

By Cartier

Located in Malibu, CA

This stunning bag is such a rare treasure in immaculate condition! Perfectly structured, with a chic silhouette and rounded handle. Featuring the signature Cartier panther in gold t...

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20th Century Top Handle Bags

Vintage 90s Cartier Panthère Top Handle Bag in Black with Red Interior Lining
Vintage 90s Cartier Panthère Top Handle Bag in Black with Red Interior Lining

Vintage 90s Cartier Panthère Top Handle Bag in Black with Red Interior Lining

By Cartier

Located in Malibu, CA

This stunning bag is such a rare and vintage treasure! *Includes dust bag and coin pouch The signature Cartier panther plaque features a singular rounded top handle, fold over top...

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20th Century Top Handle Bags

RARE Cartier Panthere Vintage clutch
RARE Cartier Panthere Vintage clutch

RARE Cartier Panthere Vintage clutch

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H 7.09 in D 1.58 in L 12.21 in

RARE Cartier Panthere Vintage clutch

By Cartier

Located in VERGT, FR

Cartier Vintage clutch Crocodile leather Gold plated hadware A small discoloration under the flap And between the bellows Please look at the picture Dimensions: 31 x 18 x 4 cm Year...

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1990s French Clutches

Cartier Brown Calfhair and Leather Small Panthere de Cartier Bag
Cartier Brown Calfhair and Leather Small Panthere de Cartier Bag

Cartier Brown Calfhair and Leather Small Panthere de Cartier Bag

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Standing by Cartier’s iconic Panthere de Cartier collections, this stunner embodies a fine design with high craftsmanship. Crafted from calfhair and leather, the front is adorned wit...

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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Cartier Black Leather Panthere Coin Pouch
Cartier Black Leather Panthere Coin Pouch

Cartier Black Leather Panthere Coin Pouch

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W 2.96 in D 0.6 in L 2.96 in

Cartier Black Leather Panthere Coin Pouch

By Cartier

Located in Orlando, FL

This coin pouch features a leather body, gold-tone hardware, and a zip around closure. Color: Black

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20th Century French Wallets

Vintage Cartier Black Leather Mini Panthere Top Handle Bag
Vintage Cartier Black Leather Mini Panthere Top Handle Bag

Vintage Cartier Black Leather Mini Panthere Top Handle Bag

By Cartier

Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Item is still in very good vintage condition, with minor scuffing and scratches from storage and wear. Beautiful versatile piece.

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Early 2000s Top Handle Bags

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By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Cartier panther trinity ring in 18k yellow, rose and white gold. This Cartier ring features an 18k yellow gold panther with emerald eyes and an onyx nose. The panther is se...

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By Hermès

Located in PARIS, FR

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2004 Christian Dior Galliano D’Trick Red Leather Leopard Pointed Kitten Heels

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Located in Sheffield, GB

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Oscar De La Renta FW 2004 Boucle French Vanilla Embellished Skirt Suit 16 and 6

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Montgomery, TX

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Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L

Located in Milano, Lombardia

LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...

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1970s Vintage GUCCI GG Monogram Jacquard Boston Bag Black Brown 34

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By Gucci

Located in Bangkok, TH

This vintage Gucci boston bag is crafted of black GG monogram jacquard trimmed with brown smooth calfskin leather featuring rolled leather handles and gold toned hardware. Front flap...

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By Christian Dior

Located in Bangkok, TH

This iconic Christian Dior Saddle Bag is crafted of canvas and laminated canvas in gray featuring silver toned hardware. Front flap Velcro closure opens to a beige fabric interior wi...

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Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Denim Two-Piece Suit, A/W 1998
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Vivienne Westwood Anglomania Denim Two-Piece Suit, A/W 1998

By ANGLOMANIA by VIVIENNE WESTWOOD

Located in Berlin, DE

A striking and rare two-piece suit from Vivienne Westwood’s Anglomania line, dating to Autumn/Winter 1998. This sculptural ensemble features a sharply tailored asymmetrical jacket an...

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By Salvatore Ferragamo

Located in Houston, TX

Brand: Salvatore Ferragamo Gender: Ladies Measurements (W x H x D): 8.00" x 7.50" x 3.75"  Weight: 660.00 grams Salvatore Ferragamo Iconic Top Handle 212193 Leather Airbrush Oran...

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By Hermès

Located in Banbury, GB

Investment Piece and Great Deal SKU 33301488 Comes With Hermès Dust Bag, Keys,Padlock,Clochette Date 2007 Model Birkin 35 Serial Number [K] Metal Palladium Materials Crocodile Leath...

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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 Handbags-purses-bags for You

An integral part of fashion, handbags and purses have been indispensable accessories ever since we began to carry around personal items. Level of craftsmanship, style and shape matters — from coin purses in ancient Greece to early 20th-century opera bags and onward, handbags have evolved considerably over the years to meet our needs and desires, whether or not you happen to be prioritizing functionality over a flashy exterior.

Once, a single “It” handbag ruled each fashion season. No more. Today, lovers of vintage handbags are savvier and have a wider range of shopping options. Nevertheless, classics created by the likes of Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.

“It is not a fashion bag — it is a statement bag,” says Mightychic's Debra Kent of Hermès's widely beloved accessories. “When you carry an iconic Hermès bagBirkin, Kelly, Constance — no one knows how long you have been into this culture or if you are a newbie. Your status is validated immediately.”

First released in 1997, Fendi's Baguette rose to fame along with Carrie Bradshaw, the Sex and the City character portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker. Recently, the design has seen such a resurgence in popularity that Fendi has reissued it.

They are part of design history, so owning a handbag has meaning. As New York–based fashion historian Sarah C. Byrd says, “You have made the choice to invest in this piece because you understand the value of it in the past and in the future to come.”

From a 1980s Chanel black leather quilted mini buckle bag to the rare Hermès Birkin 30cm Himalayan with diamond hardware to a range of 19th-century bags, find a rich variety of vintage and designer handbags and purses spanning numerous brands on 1stDibs — seasonal “It” designation no longer needed.