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Cartier Travel Case

Cartier 1965s Horloge Voyage Ados 8 Days Folding Travel Clock Brown Leather Case
Cartier 1965s Horloge Voyage Ados 8 Days Folding Travel Clock Brown Leather Case

Cartier 1965s Horloge Voyage Ados 8 Days Folding Travel Clock Brown Leather Case

By Cartier, Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in PARIS, FR

Cartier travel clock circa 1970, model 8 Jours or Ados (designed by Jaeger-LeCoultre in the 1930s), composed of a polished steel case, rectangular shape, ecru dial, Arabic numerals a...

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1960s French Clocks

Vintage Cartier Folding Travel Desk Clock Paris Gilt-Brass and Blue Enamel 1990
Vintage Cartier Folding Travel Desk Clock Paris Gilt-Brass and Blue Enamel 1990

Vintage Cartier Folding Travel Desk Clock Paris Gilt-Brass and Blue Enamel 1990

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Presented with its original Cartier red leather case, suede travel pouch, and accompanying instruction and warranty booklets, this piece is no longer in production and is increasingl...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Brass

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Cartier Maillon Panthere 18K Yellow Gold 3 Row Link Necklace
Cartier Maillon Panthere 18K Yellow Gold 3 Row Link Necklace

Cartier Maillon Panthere 18K Yellow Gold 3 Row Link Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Expertly crafted in 18K Yellow Gold with a total length of 16” and 9 mm. Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750 and numbered. It comes with the original Cartier Travel Case & papers.

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Vintage 1980s French Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

CARTIER Vanity Travel Case
CARTIER Vanity Travel Case

CARTIER Vanity Travel Case

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Sterling Silver and Enamel fitted Vanity Travel case. Complete with all pieces, Etched Crystal Bottles with Enameled Sterling tops, Mirror, Brushes, manicure pieces, Jewelry Box. Bur...

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20th Century French Edwardian Enamel Frames and Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Neccessaire Travel Case, circa 1930s
Cartier Neccessaire Travel Case, circa 1930s

Cartier Neccessaire Travel Case, circa 1930s

By Cartier

Located in Atlanta, GA

Cartier neccessaire travel case, France, circa 1930s.

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal, Brass

Cartier Neccessaire Travel Case, circa 1930s
Cartier Neccessaire Travel Case, circa 1930s

Cartier Neccessaire Travel Case, circa 1930s

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H 12.25 in W 18 in D 5.5 in

Cartier Neccessaire Travel Case, circa 1930s

By Cartier

Located in Atlanta, GA

Cartier Neccessaire Travel Case, France, circa 1930s.

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal, Brass

Cartier Art Deco Silver Men's Traveling Case, 1937
Cartier Art Deco Silver Men's Traveling Case, 1937

Cartier Art Deco Silver Men's Traveling Case, 1937

Located in Astoria, NY

Cartier Art Deco sterling silver men's part traveling toilet set in custom fitted case, each piece stamped with British hallmarks "J.C" for Jacques Cartier of Cartier, Ltd., marks fo...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Historical Memorabilia

Materials

Silver

Cartier Roadster 2675 Pink Mother of Pearl Dial
Cartier Roadster 2675 Pink Mother of Pearl Dial

Cartier Roadster 2675 Pink Mother of Pearl Dial

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

In perfect working order, this quartz‑powered Cartier Roadster Ref. 2675 / W62017V3 has just received a new battery and reseal from Cartier (documented 2026) and comes presented in a...

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Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

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Gold Plated Dupont Pocket Lighter, circa 1980
Gold Plated Dupont Pocket Lighter, circa 1980

Gold Plated Dupont Pocket Lighter, circa 1980

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H 2.13 in W 1.5 in D 0.38 in

Gold Plated Dupont Pocket Lighter, circa 1980

By S.T. Dupont

Located in London, GB

In 1929, Lucien was invited to New York by Louis Cartier to present his travel cases in their 5th Avenue shop.

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Vintage 1980s French Tobacco Accessories

Materials

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Dupont 'Hermès' Pocket Lighter, circa 1960
Dupont 'Hermès' Pocket Lighter, circa 1960

Dupont 'Hermès' Pocket Lighter, circa 1960

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Dupont 'Hermès' Pocket Lighter, circa 1960

By S.T. Dupont

Located in London, GB

In 1929, Lucien was invited to New York by Louis Cartier to present his travel cases in their 5th Avenue shop.

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Vintage 1960s French Tobacco Accessories

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Silver Plate

Cartier Travel Alarm Clock with Original Case
Cartier Travel Alarm Clock with Original Case

Cartier Travel Alarm Clock with Original Case

By Cartier

Located in Norwich, GB

Travel Alarm Clock by Cartier The clock housed in a round brass frame with decorative hinged strut support.

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Vintage 1980s French Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

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Les Must de Cartier Paris Enamel Gold Plated Travel Clock with Original Case
Les Must de Cartier Paris Enamel Gold Plated Travel Clock with Original Case

Les Must de Cartier Paris Enamel Gold Plated Travel Clock with Original Case

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Les Must de Cartier Paris Enamel Gold Plated Travel Clock with Original Case Offered for sale is a Les Must de Cartier Paris enamel gold plated travel clock with the original Ca...

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20th Century Swiss Carriage Clocks and Travel Clocks

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Cartier Maillon Panthere 18K Gold 3 Row Panther Link Necklace
Cartier Maillon Panthere 18K Gold 3 Row Panther Link Necklace

Cartier Maillon Panthere 18K Gold 3 Row Panther Link Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Pendant Mesures: 52mm x 22 mm Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750 and numbered. Condition: Excellent It comes with the original Cartier Travel Case

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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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Cartier Large Bordeaux Suede Leather Doctors Bag Train Case 1980s with Dust Bag
Cartier Large Bordeaux Suede Leather Doctors Bag Train Case 1980s with Dust Bag

Cartier Large Bordeaux Suede Leather Doctors Bag Train Case 1980s with Dust Bag

By Cartier

Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL

This large travel bag was made by Cartier in the late 1980s. Made from Bordeaux suede and leather, it features the Cartier logo on each side, a top handle, a push lock fastener with...

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1980s French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Cartier C de Cartier GIA Diamond Solitaire Necklace in 18 Karat Rose Gold F/VS1
Cartier C de Cartier GIA Diamond Solitaire Necklace in 18 Karat Rose Gold F/VS1

Cartier C de Cartier GIA Diamond Solitaire Necklace in 18 Karat Rose Gold F/VS1

By Cartier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Comes with original Cartier presentation box, as well as a Cartier travel case.

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Brown Leather Gold Hardware Travel Watch Storage Case
Cartier Brown Leather Gold Hardware Travel Watch Storage Case

Cartier Brown Leather Gold Hardware Travel Watch Storage Case

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H 3 in W 9 in D 3 in Dm 3 in L 3.5 in

Cartier Brown Leather Gold Hardware Travel Watch Storage Case

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Cartier Paris brown leather gold hardware roll travel watch storage case roll bag.

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Late 20th Century Art Deco Wrist Watches

Cartier Travel Clock in Black Leather Case w Red Box
Cartier Travel Clock in Black Leather Case w Red Box

Cartier Travel Clock in Black Leather Case w Red Box

By Cartier

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

Travel in luxury and style with this retro Cartier Travel Clock 0251 in original black leather Cartier case.

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Vintage 1980s European Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Cartier Jewelry Storage travel box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed
Cartier Jewelry Storage travel box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed

Cartier Jewelry Storage travel box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

White lining great to store your Cartier valuable. Cartier travel watch and jewelry case.

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Faux Leather

Cartier Vendome Large Gold Quartz Wristwatch
Cartier Vendome Large Gold Quartz Wristwatch

Cartier Vendome Large Gold Quartz Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Total watch length 6 3/4 inch. Comes in a Cartier Suede Travel case. Recently serviced and comes with a one Year N. green and Sons Warranty.

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Early 2000s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Trinity Vendome Tri-Color Gold Quartz Large Wristwatch
Cartier Trinity Vendome Tri-Color Gold Quartz Large Wristwatch

Cartier Trinity Vendome Tri-Color Gold Quartz Large Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Excellent, seldom worn condition, comes in a Cartier Suede Travel case. Recently serviced and comes with a one year warranty.

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Early 2000s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Round Diamond Stud Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold '.75 Carat'
Cartier Round Diamond Stud Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold '.75 Carat'

Cartier Round Diamond Stud Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold '.75 Carat'

By Cartier

Located in Brooklyn, NY

These earrings have never been worn and come with all original packaging: Original Box, Cartier Proof of Purchase, travel case and cleaning kit.

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2010s French Contemporary Stud Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Beautiful Vintage Vanity Case Cartier in burgundy leather and brass
Beautiful Vintage Vanity Case Cartier in burgundy leather and brass

Beautiful Vintage Vanity Case Cartier in burgundy leather and brass

By Cartier

Located in Paris, IDF

Very beautiful and rare Vanity case CARTIER in burgundy leather, brass corners and clasps, the interior is decorated with a TF6 170,00 mirror and a jewelry box, with a code closure a...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Cartier Black Leather Silver Hardware Travel Watch Storage Case Roll Bag
Cartier Black Leather Silver Hardware Travel Watch Storage Case Roll Bag

Cartier Black Leather Silver Hardware Travel Watch Storage Case Roll Bag

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

CURATOR'S NOTES Cartier Black Leather Silver Hardware Travel Watch Storage Case Roll Bag Leather Silver hardware Velvet lining Buckle closure Measures 9" W x 3" H x 3&...

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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry Boxes

Cartier NEW Pink Leather Jewelry Vanity Travel Storage Clutch Case Bag in Box
Cartier NEW Pink Leather Jewelry Vanity Travel Storage Clutch Case Bag in Box

Cartier NEW Pink Leather Jewelry Vanity Travel Storage Clutch Case Bag in Box

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

CURATOR'S NOTES Cartier NEW Pink Leather Jewelry Vanity Travel Storage Clutch Case Bag in Box Leather Silver hardware Belt buckle closure Made in France Date code FCQB Measures 8...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry Boxes

Cartier Red Leather Men's Women's Travel Storage Vanity Watch Case Trunk in Box
Cartier Red Leather Men's Women's Travel Storage Vanity Watch Case Trunk in Box

Cartier Red Leather Men's Women's Travel Storage Vanity Watch Case Trunk in Box

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

A wonderful gift idea! Cartier Red Leather Men's Women's Travel Storage Vanity Watch Case Trunk in Box Leather Gold tone hardware Push lock closures Woven lining Measures 15.75" W x...

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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry Boxes

Cartier Red Leather Men's Women's Travel Storage Vanity Watch Case Trunk in Box
Cartier Red Leather Men's Women's Travel Storage Vanity Watch Case Trunk in Box

Cartier Red Leather Men's Women's Travel Storage Vanity Watch Case Trunk in Box

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

A wonderful gift idea! Cartier Red Leather Men's Women's Travel Storage Vanity Watch Case Trunk in Box Leather Gold tone hardware Push lock closures Woven lining Measures 15.75"...

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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry Boxes

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By Limoges

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By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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By Tiffany & Co.

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Cartier Travel Case For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate cartier travel case for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and stainless steel — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect cartier travel case among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic cartier travel case over the years, but those made by Cartier, Rolex and Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A cartier travel case can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 16, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A cabochon version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and single cut versions for sale. When shopping for a cartier travel case, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Cartier Travel Case?

Prices for a cartier travel case can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $495 and can go as high as $55,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,780.

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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