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Cartier Vintage 18k Gold Square Roman Watch - '70S
Cartier Vintage 18k Gold Square Roman Watch - '70S

Cartier Vintage 18k Gold Square Roman Watch - '70S

By Cartier

Located in Milano, IT

An exquisite vintage Cartier timepiece, masterfully crafted in 18k yellow gold. Featuring a sleek

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Paris Santos Dumont Watch
Cartier Paris Santos Dumont Watch

Cartier Paris Santos Dumont Watch

By Cartier

Located in New Orleans, LA

watches proved unreliable while flying. Cartier designed a flat, square-bezeled watch that became the

Category

20th Century French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Cartier Yellow Gold Antique Square 29 Jewels Repeater Pocket Watch
Cartier Yellow Gold Antique Square 29 Jewels Repeater Pocket Watch

Cartier Yellow Gold Antique Square 29 Jewels Repeater Pocket Watch

By Cartier

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Manufacturer: Société Cartier Watch type: 29 Jewels Repeater Serial number: 3169 Case number: 72

Category

20th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold

CARTIER Paris "Square" Galbe wristwatch
CARTIER Paris "Square" Galbe wristwatch

CARTIER Paris "Square" Galbe wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, NY

A fine rectangular galbe, 18K yellow gold wristwatch with a Cartier deployment buckle.

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French Wrist Watches

Cartier Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Square Watch
Cartier Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Square Watch

Cartier Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Square Watch

By Cartier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Movement: mechanical Function: hours, minutes Case: square 17.76mm 18k yellow gold case, plastic

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

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Cartier Tank Allongée Watch
Cartier Tank Allongée Watch

Cartier Tank Allongée Watch

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H 0.95 in W 0.62 in

Cartier Tank Allongée Watch

By Cartier

Located in New Orleans, LA

This exquisite ladies' Tank Allongée wristwatch exemplifies Cartier's enduring mastery of elegant

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Square Silver Dial Steel Quartz Ladies Watch W51008Q3
Cartier Tank Francaise Square Silver Dial Steel Quartz Ladies Watch W51008Q3

Cartier Tank Francaise Square Silver Dial Steel Quartz Ladies Watch W51008Q3

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Cartier Tank W51008Q3 is a beautiful Ladies timepiece that is powered by a quartz

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Gold Panthere Watch

Cartier Gold Panthere Watch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

An 18 karat yellow gold "Panthere" wristwatch, signed Cartier. The square faced watch has a white

Category

Late 20th Century French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Gold Panthere Watch

Cartier Gold Panthere Watch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

An 18 karat yellow gold "Panthere" wristwatch, signed Cartier. The square faced watch has a white

Category

Late 20th Century French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Lady's Platinum Rose Gold Square Bezel Wristwatch
Cartier Lady's Platinum Rose Gold Square Bezel Wristwatch

Cartier Lady's Platinum Rose Gold Square Bezel Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

A Retro rose gold and platinum watch with a square bezel and ruby winding stem, the face inset with

Category

Vintage 1930s British Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Platinum

Cartier Vintage Square Quadrant with Enamel Numerals 18K Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Square Quadrant with Enamel Numerals 18K Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Square Quadrant with Enamel Numerals 18K Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Cartier Square Quadrant with Enamel Numerals 18K Yellow Gold Very rare design 18K Yellow Gold with

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Panthere  Stainless Steel 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Watch 27mm
Cartier Panthere  Stainless Steel 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Watch 27mm

Cartier Panthere Stainless Steel 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Watch 27mm

By Cartier

Located in US

Dial Color: Off-White Band/Strap: Bracelet Brand: Cartier Style: Classic Watch Shape: Square Movement

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Quartz, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Silver Roman Square Dial Steel Quartz Midsize W25065Z5 Mint B/P
Cartier Santos Silver Roman Square Dial Steel Quartz Midsize W25065Z5 Mint B/P

Cartier Santos Silver Roman Square Dial Steel Quartz Midsize W25065Z5 Mint B/P

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Cartier Santos W25065Z5 is a beautiful Unisex timepiece that is powered by a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage 1970's Cartier Tank Pre-Must Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970's Cartier Tank Pre-Must Sterling Silver

Vintage 1970's Cartier Tank Pre-Must Sterling Silver

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Cartier Square Sterling Silver Manual Watch. This elegant timepiece is crafted in sterling

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Santos Galbée 1564  Large Model  29mm x 41mm  Steel
Cartier Santos Galbée 1564  Large Model  29mm x 41mm  Steel

Cartier Santos Galbée 1564 Large Model 29mm x 41mm Steel

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

The iconic and classic Cartier square-shaped watch, this Cartier Santos Galbée (ref. 1564) is

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Early 2000s European Wrist Watches

Vintage Cartier Square Link Watch in 14k gold - 21mm - Laides Cartier Watch
Vintage Cartier Square Link Watch in 14k gold - 21mm - Laides Cartier Watch

Vintage Cartier Square Link Watch in 14k gold - 21mm - Laides Cartier Watch

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

working condition (manual wind). It's a gorgeous art deco-themed watch that Cartier no longer produces. A

Category

Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil Manual Wind Tank Watch Lapis Dial 1970's
Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil Manual Wind Tank Watch Lapis Dial 1970's

Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil Manual Wind Tank Watch Lapis Dial 1970's

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

design than Cartier's tank watches. Greta style and great investment. This watch has been serviced and

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil

Cartier Panthère 18k Gold Ladies Malachite Gemstone Dial Quartz Watch
Cartier Panthère 18k Gold Ladies Malachite Gemstone Dial Quartz Watch

Cartier Panthère 18k Gold Ladies Malachite Gemstone Dial Quartz Watch

By Cartier

Located in MIAMI, FL

Beautiful watch by Cartier. The model is known as the Panthère and is crafted in solid 18k yellow

Category

1990s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Malachite, Quartz, 18k Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Santos Square manual Wristwatch
Cartier Yellow Gold Santos Square manual Wristwatch

Cartier Yellow Gold Santos Square manual Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Stamford, CT

Solid gold 18k Cartier Santos manual wind wrist watch. Keeps great time. Suitable for a man or

Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Cartier Square Watch Like Tonneau and Tortue Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Cartier Square Watch Like Tonneau and Tortue Yellow Gold 18 Karat

Cartier Square Watch Like Tonneau and Tortue Yellow Gold 18 Karat

By Cartier

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Watch "Square" by Cartier made in yellow gold 18K - sapphire crowned. Buckle is gold plated

Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Accent Square Women's Wrist Watch
Cartier Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Accent Square Women's Wrist Watch

Cartier Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Accent Square Women's Wrist Watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

CURATOR'S NOTES INCREDIBLE price reduction for a limited time only! Stainless steel Yellow gold Automatic movement Case diameter 24mm Band 6.5"

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Square Tank Manual Wristwatch
Cartier Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Square Tank Manual Wristwatch

Cartier Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Square Tank Manual Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An 18k Yellow Gold Square Tank by Cartier. All Original Baguette Diamond Case with Pave Diamond

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

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Bulova 14Kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch with Diamonds circa 1940's

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By Bulova

Located in Long Beach, CA

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By Fendi

Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR

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Vintage Cartier 18k Ring, Big Ellipse with Amethyst
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By Cartier

Located in Berlin, BE

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By Roberto Cavalli

Located in Berlin, BE

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Located in Brighton, GB

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By John Galliano

Located in Berlin, BE

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$19,008

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By Hermès

Located in Paris, FR

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By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

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By Fendi, Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi

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Located in New York, NY

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Rare Cartier Panthere Jumbo Yellow Gold 8839

Rare Cartier Panthere Jumbo Yellow Gold 8839

By Cartier

Located in Mayfair, London, London

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Cartier Square Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the cartier square watch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. You can easily find a 9 antique edition and 7 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a cartier square watch 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 square watch can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 2 Blue Sapphire versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a square cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a cartier square watch, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Cartier Square Watch?

Prices for a cartier square watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,800 and can go as high as $77,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,599.

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.

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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 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 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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  • 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.