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Cartier Skeleton Watch

Remarkable Rotonde Astrotourbillon Skeleton Watch by Cartier
Remarkable Rotonde Astrotourbillon Skeleton Watch by Cartier

Remarkable Rotonde Astrotourbillon Skeleton Watch by Cartier

By Cartier

Located in San Francisco, CA

The incredible white gold watch features a fully exposed movement in the front and back via the phenomenal skeleton design.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Mechanical Black Steel Case Watch WHSA0033
Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Mechanical Black Steel Case Watch WHSA0033

Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Mechanical Black Steel Case Watch WHSA0033

By Cartier

Located in Aventura, FL

Santos watches skeleton, large model, Manufacture mechanical movement with manual winding, caliber 9611 MC.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Custom Diamond Two Tone Yellow Watch WHSA0019
Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Custom Diamond Two Tone Yellow Watch WHSA0019

Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Custom Diamond Two Tone Yellow Watch WHSA0019

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Custom Diamond Two Tone Yellow Watch WHSA0019 Santos Skeleton watch, large model, Manufacture mechanical movement with manual winding, caliber 961...

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Iced Out Two-Tone VVS Clariry Watch WHSA0015
Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Iced Out Two-Tone VVS Clariry Watch WHSA0015

Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Iced Out Two-Tone VVS Clariry Watch WHSA0015

By Cartier

Located in Aventura, FL

Turn heads with elite luxury on your wrist. This Iced Out Skeleton Cartier Watch showcases breathtaking craftsmanship, featuring a stunning exhibition skeleton dial that reveals the ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Santos De Cartier WHSA0007 Stainless Steel Skeleton Dial Box & Papers
Santos De Cartier WHSA0007 Stainless Steel Skeleton Dial Box & Papers

Santos De Cartier WHSA0007 Stainless Steel Skeleton Dial Box & Papers

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Cartier Santos De Cartier WHSA0007 Men's watch. 40MM stainless still case size with stainless still bezel.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Recent Sales

Cartier Pasha de Cartier Skeleton Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 41
Cartier Pasha de Cartier Skeleton Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 41

Cartier Pasha de Cartier Skeleton Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 41

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box, Warranty Card - Dated, Instruction Booklet Measurements: Case Size/Width: 41mm, Watch Height: 10mm, Band Width: 21mm, Wrist circumference: 6.75" Designer: Cartier M...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos Skeleton Iced Out Rose Gold Custom Diamond Watch, WHSA0015
Cartier Santos Skeleton Iced Out Rose Gold Custom Diamond Watch, WHSA0015

Cartier Santos Skeleton Iced Out Rose Gold Custom Diamond Watch, WHSA0015

Located in New York, NY

Reference Number WHSA0015 Style Luxury, Classic Gender Men’s Case Size 39.8mm Dial Color Rose Gold Hour Markers Roman numerals Case Material Diamonds and Rose Gold Mov...

Category

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Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton WHSA0015 Watch
Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton WHSA0015 Watch

Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton WHSA0015 Watch

By Cartier

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A large Santos Skeleton wristwatch by Cartier in stainless steel.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Dumont XL Skeleton Rose Gold Watch W2020057
Cartier Santos Dumont XL Skeleton Rose Gold Watch W2020057

Cartier Santos Dumont XL Skeleton Rose Gold Watch W2020057

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Cartier Santos Dumont XL Skeleton Rose Gold Watch W2020057 - Manual. 18K Rose Gold with sapphire crown ( 38 mm x 47 mm ).

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos Dumont Skeleton Rose Gold Diamond Watch HPI00587
Cartier Santos Dumont Skeleton Rose Gold Diamond Watch HPI00587

Cartier Santos Dumont Skeleton Rose Gold Diamond Watch HPI00587

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Cartier Santos Dumont Skeleton Rose Gold Diamond Watch HPI00587 - Manual. 18K Rose Gold with Diamond bezel and diamond crown( 38 mm x 47 mm ).

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Estate Cartier Rock Crystal Pocket Watch with Skeleton Movement
Estate Cartier Rock Crystal Pocket Watch with Skeleton Movement

Estate Cartier Rock Crystal Pocket Watch with Skeleton Movement

By Cartier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous estate Cartier pocket watch made out of rock crystal with skeleton movement.

Category

20th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Rock Crystal

CARTIER Privee Tank Obus Yellow Gold Skeleton Men's Watch
CARTIER Privee Tank Obus Yellow Gold Skeleton Men's Watch

CARTIER Privee Tank Obus Yellow Gold Skeleton Men's Watch

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

18k yellow gold case with exposition back. Fully skeletonized with intricately engraved movement visible. Black patent Cartier croc band and 18k yellow gold deployant clasp. Manual w...

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Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos Skeleton Multi Color Sapphire Watch 18 Karat in Stock
Cartier Santos Skeleton Multi Color Sapphire Watch 18 Karat in Stock

Cartier Santos Skeleton Multi Color Sapphire Watch 18 Karat in Stock

By Cartier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This exceptional timepiece is accompanied by a presentation box and a lifetime warranty, making it a timeless treasure for any discerning collector. Brand: Cartier Model: Santos Cas...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire,...

Cartier Rotonde de Cartier Skeleton Mysterious Double Tourbillion WHRO0039
Cartier Rotonde de Cartier Skeleton Mysterious Double Tourbillion WHRO0039

Cartier Rotonde de Cartier Skeleton Mysterious Double Tourbillion WHRO0039

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

The 19th piece of only 30 pieces, this Rotonde de Cartier Skeleton Mysterious Double Tourbillion Men's Watch WHRO0039 is a limited edition watch that will take your collection to the...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank MC Skeleton Palladium Skeleton Dial W5310026 Manual Wind Wristwatch
Cartier Tank MC Skeleton Palladium Skeleton Dial W5310026 Manual Wind Wristwatch

Cartier Tank MC Skeleton Palladium Skeleton Dial W5310026 Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Palladium Tank MC Skeleton Gents Wristwatch, skeleton dial with skeletonised bridges forming roman numerals III, VI, IX and XII, blued steel sword shaped hands, a fixed palladium b...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Palladium

Cartier Tank MC Skeleton Palladium Skeleton Dial W5310026 Manual Wind Wristwatch
Cartier Tank MC Skeleton Palladium Skeleton Dial W5310026 Manual Wind Wristwatch

Cartier Tank MC Skeleton Palladium Skeleton Dial W5310026 Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Palladium Tank MC Skeleton Gents Wristwatch, skeleton dial with skeletonised bridges forming roman numerals III, VI, IX and XII, blued steel sword shaped hands, a fixed palladium b...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Palladium

Cartier Stainless Steel Skeleton Back Pasha Wristwatch Ref 2378
Cartier Stainless Steel Skeleton Back Pasha Wristwatch Ref 2378

Cartier Stainless Steel Skeleton Back Pasha Wristwatch Ref 2378

By Cartier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Date displayed at 4 o' clock. Skeleton back Bracelet: Stainless steel link bracelet Size: Will fit a size 7" wrist Clasp: Double fold clasp Movement: Automatic Additional Detail...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Rose Gold Unique Diamond Set Tourbillon Skeleton Wristwatch
Cartier Rose Gold Unique Diamond Set Tourbillon Skeleton Wristwatch

Cartier Rose Gold Unique Diamond Set Tourbillon Skeleton Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An 18k Rose Gold Piece Unique Flying Tourbillon Skeleton Rotonde Gents Wristwatch, skeleton dial with roman numerals III, IX and XII and hour markers formed by the movement bridges, ...

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Cartier Tank Obus Skeleton Dial Limited Edition 2380C Manual Wind Wristwatch
Cartier Tank Obus Skeleton Dial Limited Edition 2380C Manual Wind Wristwatch

Cartier Tank Obus Skeleton Dial Limited Edition 2380C Manual Wind Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Mayfair, London, London

An 18k Yellow Gold Limited Edition Tank Obus Gents Wristwatch, rare skeleton dial, blued steel breguet style hands, a fixed 18k yellow gold bezel, crown set with a sapphire cabochon,...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank A Vis 18KWG 2 Time Zones Ref 2552 Skeleton Back Wristwatch
Cartier Tank A Vis 18KWG 2 Time Zones Ref 2552 Skeleton Back Wristwatch

Cartier Tank A Vis 18KWG 2 Time Zones Ref 2552 Skeleton Back Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in New York City, NY

Rare and unusual 18K white gold wristwatch from the "Tank A Vis" collection by Cartier. Ref. #2552. Features 2 time zones with Roman numerals on both dials. Number 074 of limited pro...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

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Cartier Dumont Skeleton XL Men's Watch W2020033
Cartier Dumont Skeleton XL Men's Watch W2020033

Cartier Dumont Skeleton XL Men's Watch W2020033

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Cartier Dumont Skeleton XL Men's Watch W2020033 - Automatic. 18K White Gold ( 46 mm x 55 mm ).

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos De Cartier 18k Rose Gold Skeleton Dial Watch Whsa0008
Cartier Santos De Cartier 18k Rose Gold Skeleton Dial Watch Whsa0008

Cartier Santos De Cartier 18k Rose Gold Skeleton Dial Watch Whsa0008

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Unworn. The original box is included. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify the watch's authentici...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Santos 18k White Gold Skeleton All Diamond Chandelier Watch
Cartier Santos 18k White Gold Skeleton All Diamond Chandelier Watch

Cartier Santos 18k White Gold Skeleton All Diamond Chandelier Watch

By Cartier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Cartier Model: Santos Case Material: 18k White gold with baguette cut Diamonds Case Diameter: 40mm Crystal: Sapphire crystal Bezel: 18k White gold with baguette cut Diamonds D...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Pasha de Cartier Skeleton Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 41
Cartier Pasha de Cartier Skeleton Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 41

Cartier Pasha de Cartier Skeleton Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 41

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box, Warranty Card - Dated, Instruction Booklet Measurements: Case Size/Width: 41mm, Watch Height: 10mm, Band Width: 21mm, Wrist circumference: 6.75" Designer: Cartier M...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Rotonde W1556214 18k White Gold Skeleton Dial Manual Watch
Cartier Rotonde W1556214 18k White Gold Skeleton Dial Manual Watch

Cartier Rotonde W1556214 18k White Gold Skeleton Dial Manual Watch

By Cartier

Located in Surfside, FL

This Cartier watch has a 46 x 46 mm case with a Round caseback and Skeleton Skeleton dial.

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Unused Cartier Tank "MC Skeleton" 18k White Gold Wristwatch Ref W5310026
Unused Cartier Tank "MC Skeleton" 18k White Gold Wristwatch Ref W5310026

Unused Cartier Tank "MC Skeleton" 18k White Gold Wristwatch Ref W5310026

By Cartier

Located in Surfside, FL

New old stock. Cartier Tank MC Skeleton Large Palladium watch on leather strap with Cartier 18k white gold deployant buckle.

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold, Palladium

Cartier Santos Skeleton Full Pave in Steel and 18k Rose Gold Large 25 TCW
Cartier Santos Skeleton Full Pave in Steel and 18k Rose Gold Large 25 TCW

Cartier Santos Skeleton Full Pave in Steel and 18k Rose Gold Large 25 TCW

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Brand: Cartier Collection: Santos de Cartier Skeleton Size: Large Model Movement: Mechanical (Automatic) Case Size : 40 mm Stones: Approximately 25 carats of Diamond (VS2 clarit...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Steel

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Cartier Skeleton Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact cartier skeleton watch you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Palladium. Take a look at a cartier skeleton watch featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. 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. There aren’t many items for women if you’re seeking a cartier skeleton watch, as most of the options available are for men and unisex.

How Much is a Cartier Skeleton Watch?

On average, a cartier skeleton watch at 1stDibs sells for $38,933, while they’re typically $3,595 on the low end and $503,559 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 Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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Questions About Cartier
  • 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 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 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 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
    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
    Yes, Cartier watches hold their value. In fact, some Cartier watches will go on to be worth more on the preowned market than when they were first purchased.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    No, Cartier is not the same as Rolex. Louis-François Cartier founded Cartier in Paris in 1847. Some of its most iconic watches include the Tank, the Santos, the Ballon Bleu, the Calibre de Cartier and the Drive de Cartier. Hans Wilsdorf established Rolex in London in 1905. Today, the maker is well-known for its sophisticated watches, including the Submariner, the Daytona, the DateJust, the Oyster Perpetual and the GMT-Master II. Find a selection of Cartier and Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • 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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  • 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 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 ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    How much a Cartier is worth varies. Many Cartier pieces do appreciate in value over time, but their potential selling prices depend on their age, style, type, availability and other factors. The condition also greatly impacts value, and there can be variability between very similar pieces. For example, one 1930 Tutti Frutti fetched $1.34 million at an auction in 2020, but a simpler one sold for $508,000 in 2023. Because it can be difficult to estimate the value of a piece on your own, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. Shop a wide variety of Cartier jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.