Vintage 1980s Cartier Santos Octagon 0907 Two Tone White Roman Dial Auto 25mm
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
By adding facets to the classic square case, Cartier created a watch that feels more refined and jewelry-like without losing its sporting heritage.
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
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: 72 198 Yellow Gold Square Cartier Case Case features a pull-out lever, located at the 8 ...
Gold
Unavailable
CARTIER Paris "Square" Galbe wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, NY
A fine rectangular galbe, 18K yellow gold wristwatch with a Cartier deployment buckle.
Cartier Vintage 18k Gold Square Roman Watch - '70S
By Cartier
Located in Milano, Lombardia
An exquisite vintage Cartier timepiece, masterfully crafted in 18k yellow gold. Featuring a sleek square case, minimalist dial with Roman numerals, and a finely textured integrated b...
18k Gold
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 protective crystal, pull/push crown Dial: gold dial, gold tone hands, gold tone hour...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Allongée Watch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite ladies' Tank Allongée wristwatch exemplifies Cartier's enduring mastery of elegant design and superior craftsmanship. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the elongated rectang...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Stainless Steel Yellow Gold Accent Square Women's Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Charlotte, NC
CURATOR'S NOTES INCREDIBLE price reduction for a limited time only! Stainless steel Yellow gold Automatic movement Case diameter 24mm Band 6.5"
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Sold
H 0.24 in W 0.56 in Dm 0.79 in
Cartier Tank Francaise Square Silver Dial Steel Quartz Ladies Watch W51008Q3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
It has a square shape face, no features dial and has hand roman numerals style markers.
Sold
H 0.24 in W 0.56 in Dm 0.79 in
Cartier Tank Francaise Square Silver Dial Steel Quartz Ladies Watch W51008Q3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
It has a square shape face, no features dial and has hand roman numerals style markers.
Cartier Panthere Square Face Silver Dial Steel Quartz Ladies Watch WSPN0006
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This never been worn Cartier Panthere WSPN0006 is a beautiful Ladie's timepiece that is powered by quartz (battery) movement which is cased in a stainless steel case. It has a roun...
Cartier Santos White Square Dial 18 Karat Yellow Gold Automatic Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
It has a square shape face, no features dial and has hand roman numerals style markers.
18k Gold
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 dial and Roman numerals with an inverted faceted sapphire winding stem.
18k Gold
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 dial and Roman numerals with an inverted faceted sapphire winding stem.
18k Gold
Cartier Paris Santos Dumont Watch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Cartier designed a flat, square-bezeled watch that became the first Santos, initially a one-off but quickly popular, leading to its official release as a mass-produced model in 1911.
18k Gold
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 a seconds display, in 18k and platinum, with leather strap and deployant clasp.
18k Gold, Platinum
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 Enamel Numerals 25 x 32 mm Case size Quartz Movement White Dial Reptile Strap
Cartier Panthere Stainless Steel 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Watch 27mm
By Cartier
Located in Brunswick, ME
Cartier Phantere Midsize Ladies Watch. 27mm stainless steel case with two-row 18K yellow gold bezel.
Quartz, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Silver Roman Square Dial Steel Quartz Midsize W25065Z5 Mint B/P
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
It has a square shape face, no features dial, and has hand roman numerals style markers.
Stainless Steel
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 silver.
Sterling Silver
Cartier Santos Galbée 1564 Large Model 29mm x 41mm Steel – Diamond Bezel
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier Santos Galbée 1564 Large Model 29mm x 41mm Steel – Diamond Bezel The iconic and classic Cartier square-shaped watch, this Cartier Santos Galbée (ref. 1564) is offered in e...
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 offered in excellent original condition and has passed through our workshop, ensuring it...
Vintage Cartier Square Link Watch in 14k gold - 21mm - Laides Cartier Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
It's a gorgeous art deco-themed watch that Cartier no longer produces. A one of a kind (OOAK) timepiece, a true collector's item.
14k Gold
Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil Manual Wind Tank Watch Lapis Dial 1970's
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful mid size Cartier Must de Cartier vermeil tank watch. This watch is manually wound. The outstanding feature of this example is its real lapis stone dial. The cas...
Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil
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 woman. 36 x 27mm. 18k Yellow gold 28.5 grams Tip: 36.31mm Width without crown: 27mm W...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
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 gold. The watch is model number 1280 2. The rarity of the timepiece is in the dial. ...
Malachite, Quartz, 18k Gold
Vacheron & Constantin For Cartier Yellow Gold Square Dress Wristwatch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Long Beach, CA
Vacheron Constantin wristwatch for Cartier, in excellent condition. 18 kt gold square dress watch. 17 Jewels, ultra thin, caliber, 9D 1003, with geneva seal and adjusted to 8 posit...
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.
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 Dial. Circa 1980's. Case Measures 25 X 25mm. Mechanical Wind.
White Diamond, Yellow Gold
18k Chopard LUC Ladies Manual watch. Vintage Chopard 18k Yellow gold Watch.
By Chopard
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
This is a rare piece that does not come up for sale often. In fact, you will probably not see one like this for sale. Elegant and minimalistic wristwatch and bracelet. 18k Gold panth...
Gold, 18k Gold
Audemars Piguet 18Kt Solid Gold & Diamond Bezel Turler Ladies Watch circa 1970's
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Audemars Piguet STYLE / REFERENCE: Round Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1970's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Diameter 21mm MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manu...
18k Gold
Cartier Panthère Lady Two-Tone Steel & Gold Quartz Watch Ref. 6692 Full Set
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Elegant Cartier Panthère de Cartier Lady wristwatch, reference 6692, crafted in stainless steel and gold. The iconic design features the signature Panthère bracelet with its flexible...
Gold, Steel
Tiffany & Co. Tesoro 18k Gold and Stainless Steel Two-Tone Date Watch 36mm
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in University Place, WA
A Tiffany & Co. Tesoro wristwatch in a two-tone design combining stainless steel with 18k yellow gold accents. The scalloped case frames a silver-tone dial marked Official Chronomete...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Sold|$3,985 / set
H 0.75 in W 0.27 in
90s Vintage Cartier Trinity Earrings 18k Gold 3/4" Fine Signed Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish Cartier Trinity earrings crafted in 18k yellow, rose & white gold (circa 1990s). The classic Trinity earrings are great for everyday wear, crafted in 18k yellow, rose ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Piaget Ref. 9131C4 Watch
By Piaget
Located in Houston, TX
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Piaget Ref. 9131C4 Watch An elegant expression of Piaget's renowned craftsmanship, this exceptional vintage wristwatch is crafted entirely in luxurious 18K y...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bucherer 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
By Bucherer
Located in Stamford, CT
This elegant 1990's Bucherer ladies wristwatch is crafted in luxurious 18k yellow gold, showcasing the timeless sophistication and fine Swiss craftsmanship for which the renowned jew...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Santos 2966 Automatic 25mm Watch Santos de Cartier Octo SM
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Santos Stainless Steel and 18k Yellow gold. 29mm LM Unisex Ref.2966 Automatic Movement. Condition: Great Condition for the age. Minor scuffi...
Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Two-Tone 18K Yellow Gold & Steel Santos Date Automatic Ref. 2961
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier Model: Santos 2961 Year: 1980-90’s Serial Number: 2961xxxxxx Reference: C0_ The Cartier 2961 Santos is a distinguished timepiece with a captivating history. Originall...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Octagon LM 2966 SS/YG 1980s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Santos Octagon LM 2966 SS/YG 1980s SKU 1803 Brand Cartier Model Santos Octagon LM Reference 2966 Year 1980s Dial White Dial Case Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet Steel an...
Cartier Baignoire 78094 Double Step Pointed Paris Dial 18k YG 1970s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 2132 Brand Cartier Model Baignoire Reference 78094 Year 1970 Dial Paris Dial Case 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet Leather Strap Diameter 23mm x 31.5mm Length N/A Movement Manual Windin...
Cartier Tank Americaine W26015K2 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Cartier Tank Americaine W26015K2 / 2482 Ladies Watch features a 19mm 18K yellow gold case with an elegant ivory dial accented by blue hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. ...
18k Gold
Vintage 1977 Audemars Piguet Ladies Royal Oak II 8638SA TT Grey Dial Auto 29mm
By Audemars Piguet
Located in New York, NY
An Early And Uncommon Royal Oak Four years after the Royal Oak changed the landscape of watchmaking, Audemars Piguet expanded the line with the reference 8638. Designed for a smalle...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
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.
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.
Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.
Style, craft and heritage combine to make these designs undeniable classics.
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