Cartier Sapphire
1980s French Scarves
20th Century French Bridal Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Band Rings
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artist Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s French Retro Cufflinks
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s French Brooches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Brooches
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s French Retro Brooches
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Cufflinks
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
20th Century Dome Rings
Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Tennis Bracelets
Sapphire, White Gold
Early 2000s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Retro Cuff Bracelets
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Brooches
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Contemporary Cufflinks
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s British Brooches
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown Wrist Watches
Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Late 20th Century French Modern Band Rings
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century French Modernist Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s French Cocktail Rings
Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
1990s American More Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1990s Unknown Stud Earrings
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Sunglasses
Late 20th Century French Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
Vintage 1980s French Wedding Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Pink Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century French More Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century French Brooches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
1990s Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
20th Century French Retro Brooches
Diamond, Blue Sapphire
1990s French More Rings
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s British Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco More Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s English Brooches
Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s French Clip-on Earrings
Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s French Bangles
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
1990s French More Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Band Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Contemporary Cufflinks
Sapphire, Platinum
1990s French Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
20th Century French More Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
20th Century French Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Cuff Bracelets
Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s French Brooches
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
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Cartier Sapphire For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Cartier Sapphire?
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.
On 1stDibs, find a growing collection of contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Are Cartier watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Most Cartier watches are quartz, but the iconic Tank watch is automatic. While quartz watches work due to a pre-installed battery, automatic watches use a spring system and are self-winding.
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