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Cartier 3930 Drive De Cartier 2012 Stainless Steel 41mm Leather Men Watch MINT
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Understated elegance meets refined craftsmanship in the Cartier Drive de Cartier Ref. 3930—a
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Drive MoonPhase 41mm Large Model Automatic Silver WSNM0008 Box Card
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Drive de Cartier Moonphase (reference WSNM0008) is a refined timepiece that exemplifies
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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Cartier Drive de Cartier Stainless Steel Men's Watch Automatic WSNM0005
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
(10 ATM) Model: Drive de Cartier Display: Analog Serial Number: WSNM0005 Watch Shape: Cushion Year of
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Drive de Cartier 18 Karat Rose Gold Automatic Men's Watch WGNM0003
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Age Group: Adult Movement: Mechanical (Automatic) Model: Drive de Cartier Water Resistance Rating: 50
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Drive De Cartier WSNM0009 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A large 41mm Drive De Cartier in stainless steel. Features a black flinque dial with Roman numerals
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21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Drive De Cartier Rose Gold Watch WGN0005
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A men's 41mm Drive De Cartier crafted from 18k rose gold, by Cartier. Featuring a silvered flinqué
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21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Drive De Cartier WSNM0004 Stainless Steel Leather Strap Men's Watch
By Cartier
Located in Baltimore, MD
Cartier Drive De Cartier WSNM0004 Stainless Steel Leather Strap Men's Watch Model: WSNM0004
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Drive de Cartier WGNM0004 Men's Watch in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Drive de Cartier WGNM0004 Men's Watch in 18kt Rose Gold SKU: 130635 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Drive De 41mm Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch WSNM0009
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
box and authenticity card. General Information Brand: Cartier Model: Drive De Model Number: WSNM0009
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Drive De Cartier Moon Phases Stainless Steel Silvered Flinque Dial
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 41 mm Stainless Steel Drive de Cartier Moon Phases Gents Wristwatch, silvered flinque dial with
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Stainless Steel

Cartier Silver Stainless Steel & Leather Drive CRWSNM0010 Men's Wristwatch 41 mm
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Simple yet classic, this sophisticated Drive De Cartier wristwatch is an elegant piece of accessory
Category

2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

2020 Cartier Drive De Retrograde Dual Time 18K Rose Gold Day/Night WGNM0005 BNP
By Cartier
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this 2020 Cartier Drive De Retrograde Dual Time Automatic Watch WGNM0005
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Drive Retrograde Large Day Night Steel Mens Watch WSNM0005
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Information Brand: Cartier Model: Drive Retrograde Model Number: WSNM0005 Type: Wristwatch Department: Men
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Drive de Cartier Black Dial Steel Mens Watch WSNM0009
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Drive de Cartier Black Dial Steel Mens Watch WSNM0009. Automatic self-winding movement
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Drive Black Dial Steel Mens Watch WSNM0009
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Drive Black Dial Steel Mens Watch WSNM0009. Automatic self-winding movement. Cushion shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Drive Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch WSNM0004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Drive Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch WSNM0004. Automatic self-winding movement. Stainless
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Silver

Cartier Drive Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch WSNM0004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Drive Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch WSNM0004. Automatic self-winding movement. Stainless
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel, Silver

Cartier Drive de Cartier Automatic Watch Rose Gold and Alligator 41
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
1.7", Depth 1" Designer: Cartier Model: Drive de Cartier Automatic Watch Rose Gold and Alligator 41
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Drive de Cartier Silver Dial Moonphase Steel Mens Watch WSNM0008
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Drive de Cartier Silver Dial Moonphase Steel Mens Watch WSNM0008. Automatic self-winding
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel

Cartier Drive WSNM0008 Men’s Automatic Moonphase Stainless Steel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Drive de Cartier Reference #:WSNM0008. Cartier Drive WSNM0008 Mens Automatic Moonphase
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Drive Retrograde Rose Gold Chronograph Mens Watch WGNM0005
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Drive Retrograde Rose Gold Chronograph Mens Watch WGNM0005. Automatic self-winding movement
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Drive de Cartier Black Dial Steel Mens Watch WSNM0009 Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Drive de Cartier Black Dial Steel Mens Watch WSNM0009 Box Papers. Automatic self-winding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Drive de Cartier Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch WSNM0004 Box Card
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Drive de Cartier Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch WSNM0004 Box Card. Automatic self-winding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel

Pre-Owned Cartier Drive De Cartier 18 Karat Rose Gold WGNM0005 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire
atypical case shapes. With such timeless designs pre-owned and vintage Cartier watches are popular choices
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Drive Silver Dial Moonphase Steel Mens Watch WSNM0008 Papers
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Drive Silver Dial Moonphase Steel Mens Watch WSNM0008 Papers. Automatic self-winding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel

Cartier Drive Retrograde Large Day Night Indicator Steel Mens Watch
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Drive Retrograde Large Day Night Indicator Steel Mens Watch WSNM0005 Box Papers. Automatic
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Drive Retrograde Large Day Night Indicator Mens Watch WSNM0005 Papers
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Drive Retrograde Large Day Night Indicator Mens Watch WSNM0005 Papers. Automatic self
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Drive Retrograde Large Day Night Indicator Mens Watch WSNM0005 Card
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Drive Retrograde Large Day Night Indicator Mens Watch WSNM0005 Card. Automatic self-winding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Drive Retrograde Rose Gold Chronograph Mens Watch WGNM0005 Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Drive Retrograde Rose Gold Chronograph Mens Watch WGNM0005 Box Papers. Automatic self
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Drive GMT Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Cartier Drive crafted in stainless steel. This timepiece features a self-winding movement (caliber
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Cartier Drive Retrograde Rose Gold Silver Dial Mens Watch WGNM0005 Box Card
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Drive Retrograde Rose Gold Silver Dial Mens Watch WGNM0005 Box Card. Automatic self-winding
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Silver

Pre-Owned Men's Cartier Drive Moonphase Steel Watch on Rubber Strap 2018 WSNM008
By Cartier
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
​Pre-owned Men's Cartier Drive Moonphase Steel Watch on Rubber Strap. The watch measures 40mm, has
Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Drive de Cartier Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch WSNM0004
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier Drive de Cartier Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch WSNM0004. Automatic self-winding movement
Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver, Steel

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Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Watch. 925 Vermeil ARGENT 2416 Silver Dial Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver Comes with a new leather band and original Cartier Buckle Rare Silver Dial and Roman Numerals Ref 2416 Conditi...
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
$17,200 Sale Price
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RARE Rolex Day-Date with Original Wood Dial on President Bracelet
By Rolex
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Difficult to find pre-owned 36mm Rolex Day-date crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with original birch wood dial. Automatic movement with President bracelet with bark finish. Model #80...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K White Gold Santos 100 Unisex White Gold Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
You will fall in love with this beautiful Cartier Santos watch the moment you see it. It has everything going for it: diamond bezel, perfect 33mm width of the case, purple leather b...
Category

20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Panther Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Pave Diamond & Tahitian Mother of Pearl W
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panther Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Pave Diamond & Tahitian Mother of Pearl Watch WF3072FF 1280 - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case with factory pave diamond bezel and pave diamond cas...
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

RARE Ladies Rolex President with Turquoise Pyramid Dial
By Rolex
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Pre-owned 26mm Rolex Datejust ladies automatic watch crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with factory baguette diamond bezel, turquoise pyramid stone dial, and President bracelet. Model...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Pasha Alarm Moonphase Wristwatch 18k Gold c. 1987
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Cartier Pasha Alarm Moonphase watch, reference # 30011. Designed by Gérald Genta. Crafted from 18k yellow gold, the 38mm case is secured with a screw-down back fastened by nine sc...
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Two tone Oyster Semi Bubbleback Super patina Dial reference 6286
By Rolex
Located in MADRID, ES
This is a collector piece from the 1950s. A Rolex Oyster Semi Bubbleback Super patina Dial, case in gold and steel and leather bracelet, reference 6286.
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu 42mm WE900851
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Ballon Bleu in 18k rose gold with an orignal diamond bezel on a Cartier black matte alligator leather strap on a Cartier 18k rise gold deployant buckle. Auto w/ sweep seconds...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Panthere Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Circa 1990 Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER VINTAGE PANTHERE 18K GOLD WATCH *Excellent condition watch, includes Cartier box/no papers. -Period: Circa 1990 -Model: Panthère de Cartier -Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Calatrava Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wristwatch Ref 2532
By Patek Philippe
Located in Surfside, FL
Vintage Patek Philippe Calatrava in 18k yellow gold on an original Patek Philippe black alligator strap and original 18k yellow gold PP tang buckle. 18 jewels manual wind movement wi...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Tortue Watch with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k white gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds and a navy blue leather alligator strap. Signed by Cartier 28mm face Model #2644
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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Rolex GMT Master reference 1675 (1675/8 internally to Rolex) 'Root Beer', 1972
By Rolex
Located in Canterbury, England
Our very rare Rolex GMT Master reference 1675 (1675/8 internally to Rolex) features a 18k yellow gold 40mm case, brown 'nipple' dial and brown/ gold rotating bezel. This is a very de...
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Cartier Roadster 31x37mm 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Bezel WE500260 Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pristine condition Cartier Tank Française WE500260, featuring an elegant 18k white gold case measuring 31 x 37mm beautifully accented by a factory-set diamond bezel. The sophisticate...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Ronde Louis XL 42mm 18K Rose Gold Diamond Bezel WR007001 Box Set
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
​The Cartier Ronde Louis XL (reference WR007001) is a distinguished timepiece that exemplifies Cartier's commitment to blending classic design with luxurious craftsmanship. Encased i...
Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Cartier Gondole Jumbo Watch 18K Gold Full Set 1979
By Cartier
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A rare watch presented here-a full set of a 1979's Cartier Gondole watch in jumbo vertical size (34x39mm). Manual wind movement, classic cabochon crown, blued dagger hands. Watch is ...
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Gondole Jumbo Watch 18K Gold Full Set 1979
Cartier Gondole Jumbo Watch 18K Gold Full Set 1979
$39,999
H 1.54 in W 1.34 in Dm 0.24 in
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Cartier Watch Drive For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact cartier watch drive you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Stainless Steel, Gold and Steel. Most of our cartier watch drive for sale are for men, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a Cartier Watch Drive?

On average, a cartier watch drive at 1stDibs sells for $7,938, while they’re typically $4,914 on the low end and $27,044 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.

Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About Cartier
  • 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
    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
    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
    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 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 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.