Cartier Paris Belle Epoque Garland Style Enamel Diamond Gold Belt Buckle
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier enamel and diamond belt buckle. French The domed rectangular buckle decorated with green guilloché enamel and white enamel borders, set with rose-cut diamond flower-head, c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Cartier Himalia Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Trinity de Cartier Diamond Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier LOVE Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold, Wh...
Panthere de Cartier Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Rose Gold Love Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier French Art Deco Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Love Bracelet, 4 Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and diamonds to create garland style jewelry.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ear-Climber Diamond Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and diamonds to create garland style jewelry.
Platinum
Cartier Panthere Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and diamonds to create garland style jewelry.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Delices De Goa Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and diamonds to create garland style jewelry.
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier White Gold Love Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 4 Diamond LOVE White Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 4 Diamond LOVE Rose Gold Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier 18 Karat Rose Gold Love Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Double C Diamond Stud Earring Clips
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Maillon Panthere Ring, 3 Diamond-Paved Rows
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Panthere De Cartier Diamond and Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Cartier Diamond and Emerald Bracelet, Circa 1920
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Cartier Rose Gold Love Bangle with Sapphires, Garnets and Amethysts
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and diamonds to create garland style jewelry.
Amethyst, Garnet, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
French Cartier GIA Certified 9.03 Carat Cushion Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Monture GIA Certified 7.48 Carat Type IIa Marquise Cut Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Etincelle de Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Trinity De Cartier Large Model Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier La Dona de Cartier 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and diamonds to create garland style jewelry.
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Anthalia Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and diamonds to create garland style jewelry.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Panthere De Cartier Tsavorite Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and diamonds to create garland style jewelry.
Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Panthere de Cartier Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Wedding Band
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Wedding Band
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Double Panther Bypass Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 4 Diamond Love Rose Gold Bangle
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
French Cartier Turquoise and Diamond Bracelet, circa 1960
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and diamonds to create garland style jewelry.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Cartier Old European Diamond and Sapphire Three-Stone Ring
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Alfred Cartier entrusted his three sons to manage the Maison de Cartier Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and d...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Yellow Gold, Platinum and Diamond Bird's Nest Brooch Pin, circa 1960s
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Among Louis Cartier’s most important and lasting innovations was introducing the combination of platinum and diamonds to create garland style jewelry.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cartier Edwardian Inspired Large Diamond Sterling Bow Costume Jewelry Pin
By Magnificent Costume Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Inspired Garland Style Large CZ Diamond Sterling Bow Pin Our exclusive jewellery is unique; this is the only jewel of such quality and elegance found on 1stibs.
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Celestial French Diamond & Sapphire Moonstone Brooch
Located in Wimberley, TX
Ah, La Belle Époque…jewelry designers of the time looked back for inspiration and found it: France of the 18th century presented the grandness of the Baroque and Renaissance era ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Moonstone, 18k Gold
Cartier Inspired Garland Style Large Diamante Sterling Bow Pin
By Magnificent Costume Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Inspired Garland Style Large Diamante Sterling Bow Pin Marie Antoinette Collection garland style large faux diamond bow pin micro pave cubic zircons set in rhodium sterling...
Sterling Silver
$27,720Sale Price|30% Off
Cartier 18K White Gold La Dona Diamond EU 51 Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Cartier 18kt white gold and diamond 'La Dona' wide ring comprised of a double row of half-moon shaped links that are all set with pave round brillant cut diamonds. Size EU 51....
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Ruban Diamond White Gold Ring Size 7
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier ring with Diamonds Material 18K White Gold Diamonds .80ctw Diamond VVS-VS Clarity Color Grade E-F Ring Size 7 Weight 11.4gr total Condition Excellent Cartier Ring Box Inc...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 18K White Gold Maillon Panthere Three Diamond Row Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A 3-row band inspired by feline allure. This famous Maillon panther design by Cartier features all round 18k white gold links pave-set with 1.53 carats of sparkling diamonds. This ri...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Juste Un Clou Classic Band Ring with Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold, 56
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 56 / 7.5 US This Cartier Juste un Clou Classic ring captures bold elegance with an iconic nail-inspired design. Crafted in 18 karat white gold, it wraps fluidly around t...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1900s Art Nouveau Enamel Diamond Gold Brooch Vienna Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Nouveau Brooch Vienna, made c. 1900 14 Carat Gold / 585 (checked) Yellow Gold, covered with enamel as well as with many small diamonds (vintage cuts / circa 0.40 carat i...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Cartier Maillon 18 Karat White Gold 1.45 Carat Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless elegance of the Cartier Maillon Diamond Three-Row Ring, a masterpiece crafted in 18K white gold and adorned with round-cut diamonds. This ring from Cartier co...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Juste Un Clou Ring with Diamonds 18k White Gold size 57/ US 8
By Cartier
Located in Tampa, FL
Cartier Juste Un Clou Ring with Diamonds 18k White Gold size 57/ US 8 18k White Gold - 8.3 Grams Diamonds - 22 Stones = 0.13 carats Size - 57 / US 8
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier High Jewelry Collection Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Cartier High Jewelry Collection Diamond Band in 18 Karat White Gold. This beautiful and intricate design features 216 round brilliant cut diamonds D-E color and VVS1 in clarity with ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$459Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 3.55 in W 2.76 in
Very rare art deco belt buckle 1930s/40s France, fully set with rhinestones
Located in Stuttgart, DE
About Art deco paste belt buckle fully set with small clear rhinestones and green and blue baguette rhinestones. Measurement; Wide: 2,76 inches (7 cm) Hight: 3.54 inches (9 cm) ...
Crystal, Other
Cartier Retro Gold and Diamond Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Darnestown, MD
Stunning Retro gold and diamond brooch by Cartier. The elongated graceful form has nine diamonds that weigh approximately .75 carats. The shape is wonderfully three dimensional. It h...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Cartier Trinity Diamond Ring Size H (46.5)
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a classically styled trinity diamond band ring from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. The three bands have been crafted from 18ct white gold, each pl...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Exceptional Maison Gripoix for Chanel Regency Brooch
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Rare and massive Maison Gripoix for Chanel long Regency style pendant brooch. Composed of five articulated stations of gilt plated bronze each in a neoclassical design. The brooch ...
Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
CARTIER Maillon Panthere Full Diamond White Gold Ring 52
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous authentic Cartier 3-row band from the iconic Maillon Panthere collection is crafted in 18k white gold and fully set with brilliant-cut D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds. Made in...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Paris Diamond "Panthère Griffe" Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A design dating from the 2000s, this Cartier "Panthère Griffe" ring is composed of 18K white gold and diamonds. It is designed as a bypass form of overlapping raised diamond pavé pan...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Piel Frères Art Nouveau Poppy Buckle
By Piel Frères
Located in New York, NY
Piel Frères Art Nouveau double prong buckle circa 1900. Of rich matte gilt bronze foliage and japanned silver plated blooming poppies with matte gilt detailed pistons. Gold plate buc...
Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
$25,200Sale Price|20% Off
La Dona de Cartier Diamond Band in 18 Karat White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
La Dona de Cartier Diamond Band in 18 Karat White Gold. This gorgeous ring is adorned with 374 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total estimated weight of 2.6 carats. These diamond...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Victoria 2.27 Carats Total Alternating Diamond Band Ring Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size 7.5 Incredibly stunning Victoria alternating diamond eternity ring by luxury designer, Tiffany & Co. Founded in 1837 in New York City, Tiffany & Co. is one of the ...
Diamond, Platinum
Amazing Russian Sable Coat, Double Breasted, 7/8 Coat with Fold Over Cuff
Located in Buchanan, MI
A Russian sable coat. Double breasted 7/8 sable coat with fold over cuff and a cape collar that can be worn closed around the neck or lower around the bust line. Labeled "Elan Furs"...
CARTIER Paris Geometric Menotte Bypass Ring In 18Kt Gold With Black Onyx Sz 51
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Menotte bypass ring designed by Cartier. This is a beautiful Menotte ring created in Paris France by the iconic jewelry house of Cartier. The iconic sculptural bypass ring has been ...
Onyx, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. France Diamond Platinum Pt950 Clover Stud Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Tiffany & Co. France Diamond Platinum Pt950 Clover Stud Earrings are a timeless symbol of elegance and good fortune. Made in France and crafted from the finest platinum PT950, th...
Diamond, Platinum
$21,500
H 1.18 in W 1.22 in Dm 9 in L 9 in
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...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$5,680Sale Price|20% Off
Oscar Heyman 18k Yellow Gold 2.75mm Square Sapphire Band Ring sz 5.5
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18k yellow gold band ring contains 30 square sapphires weighing 2.21 cts. The sapphires extend around the whole ring. The ring is 2.75mm wide and is stamped with the mak...
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond Dragonfly Brooch
By Fred Leighton
Located in New Orleans, LA
Enveloped in a sea of 60.26 carats of fancy vivid yellow diamonds is this tour de force of jewelry craftsmanship from the collaboration of jewelry legends Fred Leighton and Carvin Fr...
Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Exceptional Ruby and Diamond High Jewelry Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Magnificent Cartier ruby and diamond necklace features 22 carats of dazzling diamonds and over 10 carats of vivid red rubies all set in 18 karat yellow gold. This vintage creation fr...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,806Sale Price|30% Off
1994 Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Ruby, Emerald & Sapphire Ring Vintage Size 7.75
By Cartier
Located in Conroe, TX
A striking vintage Cartier ring crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, showcasing a vibrant geometric arrangement of a square-cut ruby framed by pear-cut emeralds and sapphire accents. The...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold Cartier Bamboo Ring
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18-karat gold band ring with a double bamboo motif signed and numbered: Cartier, 648517, with French assay marks for 18k gold and French master mark, France, circa 1990. weight: ...
18k Gold
Cartier vintage ruby emerald sapphire 18k yellow gold ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Signed and dated 1994, this vintage Cartier ring brings together five square and pear shape gemstones totaling approximately 0.80 carat in a bold, graphic arrangement. The interplay ...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$425,000
W 0.37 in D 0.25 in L 0.5 in
5.34 Carat Brazilian Alexandrite Oval Loose Gem AGL Certified – Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ultra-Fine Rare Brazilian Alexandrite Gemstone by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills proudly presents an extraordinary treasure: a 5.34 carat Brazilian Ale...
Alexandrite, Chrysoberyl
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby & Diamond Ribbon Bow 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby And Diamond Ribbon 18k Yellow Gold Bow Celeste Ring. A stunning ring with a unique design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set with a beautiful ar...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Jade, Onyx and Diamond Cigarette Holder. Original Box
By Cartier
Located in Riverdale, NY
Chic Cartier Jade, Onyx and Diamond Cigarette Holder with original leather box from the 1920's. Nephrite Jade with onyx and rose diamond set spacers. Impeccable craftmanship. Box sig...
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Ring And Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Ring AND Pendant. A unique and rare piece by Van Cleef & Arpels. A diamond set heart that measures 9mm x 10.2mm ac...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roberto Cavalli Couture Rock Star Antelope Hide Long Coat w Fox & Ostrich Collar
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Gresham, OR
Roberto Cavalli (unmarked) Couture Rock Star Antelope Hide Long Coat w Fox & Ostrich Collar: Custom-made luxurious antelope hide is used for this unlined maxi trench coat with lush c...
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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