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Cartier Watches

King Edward VII of England called Cartier the “jeweler of kings and king of jewelers.” Established in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, the French maison was from its beginnings a darling of the aristocracy. But Cartier is also known for its luxury watches. It was the founder’s grandson, Louis Cartier, who cemented its reputation as a trendsetting watchmaker. In 1904, he made one of the first men's wristwatches for a friend, Brazilian coffee-plantation heir Alberto Santos-Dumont.

Although the pocket watch was the de rigueur men’s accessory of the day, Santos-Dumont, a pioneering aviator, found his own 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.

Deemed daring and modern, men’s wristwatches became a vogue among the elite. Capitalizing on his success, Louis released the Tonneau in 1906. Its barrel-shaped case, another departure from the traditional round pocket watch, was embraced by other savvy watchmakers and remains a perennial favorite.

However, the Tonneau was soon eclipsed by Louis’s most iconic design. During the First World War, he was so impressed by the Renault tanks he saw on the Western Front that in 1917, he created a watch inspired by their industrial forms — the Cartier Tank watch.

Louis’s inventive streak didn’t stop at men’s watches. In 1906, he took a traditional round ladies’ case and stretched it into an elegant oval. The style was later dubbed the Baignoire for its resemblance to the elongated curves of a bathtub. In 1914, he commissioned artist George Barbier to illustrate an invitation to an upcoming exhibition. The resulting Dame à la panthère marked the debut of the animal that would become synonymous with the house.

That same year, Cartier introduced its first jewel incorporating the panther motif: a diamond watch with onyx spots, the inspiration for the current women’s Panthère model. After Louis’s death, in 1942, his legacy continued in the brand’s penchant for timepieces with unusual shapes. Its ultimate expression may be the Dalí-esque Crash watch, introduced in 1967 and said to be modeled on a Baignoire pulled from a car wreck.

Browse an expansive collection of unique Cartier wristwatches and pocket watches today on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Cartier
Cartier Diabolo Ladies Round Watch - 18K Gold & Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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2010s Swiss Cartier Watches

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18k Gold

CARTIER LANIER Ladies 18K White Gold & Factory Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating. CARTIER LANIER Ladies Hexagon Watch - 18K White Gold & Cartier Factory Set Diamonds $32,900 Retail Equivalent - Gorgeous Condition - 2 Year Warranty The Cartier Lanier is a study in structure. Its elongated case is defined by crisp planes, sharp transitions, and deliberate geometry - a design that feels architectural rather than ornamental, and unmistakably Cartier in its discipline. It presents as a composed object, where every line serves a purpose and nothing is accidental. Executed in 18K white gold, its case is factory set with square diamonds that run in precise channels along both sides. These stones are not applied as decoration, but as part of the case’s construction - integrated into the architecture of the watch itself. The result is a piece that reads as both jewelry and design object, without leaning excessively toward either. Its silvered dial, signed Cartier and finished with classic Roman numerals, provides visual balance and legibility - and make the watch immediately recognizable as a Cartier. It reinforces the maison’s long-standing design language, anchoring the watch in tradition while allowing the case to express a more modern, sculptural sensibility. Most of the diamond Cartier watches...
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2010s Swiss Cartier Watches

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White Gold

Cartier Pasha 35mm Stainless Steel Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This iconic pre-owned Cartier Pasha Automatic watch is crafted in polished stainless steel and features the classic 35mm case, offering a perfect balance of sport-luxury design and r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

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Stainless Steel

Cartier Panthère Classic & Figaro MM 1 Row 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cartier Panthère Classic & Figaro MM 1 Row 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel Brand Cartier Model Panthère de Cartier Crystal Sapphire crystal Bezel 18k yellow gold & Sta...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Cartier Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

CARTIER Roadster SM W62017V3 pink dial silver stainless steel ladies watch
By Cartier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CARTIER Roadster SM W62017V3 pink dial silver stainless steel ladies watch Reference: CAWG/A00318 Brand: Cartier Model: Roadster W62017V3 Material: Stainless Steel Color: Pink, Silve...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Cartier 1990 Montre Or Jaune Baignoire PM Yellow Gold Casque d Or Bracelet Watch
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier watch circa 1990 Baignoire model in yellow gold, oval case (legendary), white dial with Roman numerals, quartz movement, blued steel hands, winding mechanism or crown decorat...
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1990s French Art Deco Cartier Watches

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Yellow Gold

cartier ronde 1815
By Cartier
Located in istanbul, TR
Seller Notes “very good condition minimal straches of use” Bezel Color Silver Movement Quartz Closure Deployant Indices Roman Numerals Year Manufactured 2000-2009 With Papers No Band...
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches

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Blue Sapphire, Silver

Cartier Colisee 590002 24mm
By Cartier
Located in istanbul, TR
Condition Pre-owned - Good Seller Notes “very good” Country of Origin Switzerland Bezel Color Gold Closure Buckle Number of Jewels 7 Jewels Indices No Hour Marks Year Manufactured 19...
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1970s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Cartier Watches

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Blue Sapphire, Silver

Cartier Ronde Solo de Cartier Sapphire Unisex Watch- Stainless Steel Quartz 3603
By Cartier
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Cartier Model: Ronde Solo de Cartier Model Number: 3603 Movement: Quartz Dial Color: Silver Metal Content: Stainless Steel Stone Information Lab Grown Sapphire Treatment: H...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Panther Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Watch WF3070B9 1280
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panther Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Watch WF3070B9 1280 - Quartz. Panther. 18k yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel (21mm x 30mm). Ivory dial with Roman numerals. 1...
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20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier Vintage Ladies Tank Mechanical French Market Watch - Solid 18K Gold
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches

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18k Gold

Cartier Santos Medium WSSA0029 35mm Diamond Case Bezel Iced Out Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: WSSA0029 Serial: 40752119***** Year: 2021 Model: Cartier Santos Medium Iced Out / Bust Down Case Material: Custom Diamond Encrusted Stainless Steel Case ...
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2010s Cartier Watches

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Diamond, Stainless Steel

Cartier Panther Yellow Gold and Diamond set Ladies Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Panther Collection ladies Wrist watch, 30 X 22 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece water resistant case, With Round Brilliant cut Diamonds on the Bezel, case and top of l...
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Early 2000s French Cartier Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere Full Factory Diamond 27mm 18K Gold Watch Ref 008133
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Panthere 008133 quartz watch in 18K yellow gold featuring 27mm case with a diamond-encrusted bezel, bracelet, and dial. Fits 6.5 Inch wrist. Full Cartier factory set bracele...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cartier Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos 4072 Jumbo Steel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2020 Cartier Santos Reference 4072 Jumbo Stainless Steel Wrist Watch, 47 x 38 M.M 3 piece case, Automatic, self winding movement, Sapphire set Crown, desirable Black Dial with ...
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2010s French Cartier Watches

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Steel

Cartier Stainless Steel "Drive De Cartier" with box and papers 2020
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier STYLE / REFERENCE: Drive De Cartier METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 2017 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 46mm "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" X Diameter 41mm ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches

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Stainless Steel

Cartier Two Tone Galbee with Original Box and Papers in "New Condition"
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Jewelers STYLE / REFERENCE: Galbee / Reference 1566 METAL / MATERIAL: Two Tone Steel and 18Kt. Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 2010 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 41mm "Lug ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches

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Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Must De Cartier Tortue Alarm Clock ( Pendulette), Quartz, Full Set, 1996
By Cartier
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and very complete Cartier Must De Cartier Tortue Alarm Clock ( Pendulette ) features a gold plated brass case with blue enamel metal, powered by a battery operated quartz...
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1990s Cartier Watches

Cartier Santos de Cartier Skeleton Stainless Steel Watch WHSA0026 4109
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos de Cartier Skeleton Stainless Steel Watch WHSA0026 4109 - Manual movement. Santos de Cartier. Stainless Steel Case with blue bezel ( 40 x 47 mm). Skeleton Dial. Stainl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank Américaine Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This elegant pre-owned Cartier Tank Américaine Quartz watch is crafted in luxurious 18 karat yellow gold, showcasing one of Cartier’s most iconic and elongated case designs. The refi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Must de Cartier 590005 Tank Watch. Cartier Pillar Dial ARGENT Tank.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). ref.590005 Rare Pillar Dial. Comes with a new leather band Quartz Movement New batt...
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1990s Modern Cartier Watches

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Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Cartier Tank Louis W1529856 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Tank Louis W1529856 / 2442 Ladies Watch. 22mm 18K yellow gold case. Off-White dial with blue hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Minute markers on the inner dial. Bro...
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20th Century Cartier Watches

Cartier Paris Mini Tank Pavé, 18ct Yellow Gold, manual wind, diamonds, c1985
By Cartier
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage and extremely rare manually wound Cartier Paris Mini Tank Pavé features an 18ct yellow gold case of 15.8mm (exc crown) x 20.5mm and an integrated bracelet in 18ct yellow ...
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1980s Vintage Cartier Watches

Cartier Roadster Ladies 2675 Stainless Watch Silver Dial #23251
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier Roadster Ladies Watch Model: 2675 Serial: 220872RB This classic Cartier watch is set in stainless steel. Case is 31mm x 37mm and all stainless steel Silver dial with blac...
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20th Century Contemporary Cartier Watches

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Stainless Steel

Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome 590004 Round Argent Arabic Face
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome Ref 590004 Rare White dial with Arabic Numbers Sapphire Cabochon Crown. New White Leather Band Condition: Wear consistent...
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1990s Modern Cartier Watches

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Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Must de Cartier Marques et Model Déposés 21 Quartz Watch W10050F4
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER Must 21 W10050F4 Watch SSYG Silver/Gold Quartz Ladies Ivory Dial A Refined Synthesis of Elegance and PrecisionAdd a touch of classic luxury to your wrist with this Must de C...
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20th Century Cartier Watches

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Quartz, Gold, Silver, Stainless Steel

Cartier Panthere 2-Tone 2-Row Midsize Steel & Gold Watch 1100 W25027B8
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panthere 2-Tone 2-Row Midsize Steel & Gold Watch 1100 W25027B8 - Quartz. Panthere. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold bezel ( 26 mm x 36 mm ). Ivory colored dial w...
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20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank 17011 Spider 'Paris' Dial 18K Yellow Gold Contemporary Buckle Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The reference 17011 is one of the rarest models in the Cartier Tank collection. It is larger than the traditional Tank model but not as large as the jumbo reference 17002, which is w...
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1970s Vintage Cartier Watches

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18k Gold

Cartier Panthère Rose Gold Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Cartier Panthère wristwatch is a stunning example of the brand’s legacy of luxury and elegance. This model has an 18K rose gold square case and classic tank-track bracelet that ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Cartier Santos Octagon 0906 SM Swiss Made Dial Steel 1980s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 1957 Brand Cartier Model Santos Octagon SM Reference 0906 Year 1980s Dial White and Swiss Made Dial Case Steel Bracelet Steel Diameter 25mm Length 15.5cm Movement Automatic Weigh...
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1980s Vintage Cartier Watches

Cartier Panthère MM 1100 YG/SS 2 Row 2000s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 2013 Brand Cartier Model Panthère MM Reference 1100 Year 2000s Dial White Dial Case Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 29mm Length 17cm Movem...
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Early 2000s Cartier Watches

1985 Extremely Rare Cartier Pasha 18KT Gold
By Cartier
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Extremely rare 1985 Cartier Pasha In 1985 Gerald Genta redesigned this iconic watch and this example right here is exactly belonging to the very first series, very hard to find . Th...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches

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Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Must De Cartier SM 'Lapis Lazuli' Dial 1980s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 1977 Brand Cartier Model Tank Must De Cartier SM Reference Year 1980s Dial Blue 'Lapis Lazuli' Dial Case Vermeil 925 Sterling Silver Bracelet Strap Diameter 21mm x 28mm Length ...
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1980s Vintage Cartier Watches

Pasha de Cartier Salmon Pink Dial 35mm Automatic Steel Wrist Watch Ref. 565714LX
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Cartier Movement: Swiss Made - Automatic - Self Winding Case, Bezel & Bracelet Material: Stainless Steel Weight: 105.5 Grams Case Diameter: 35mm (not including the cr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

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Steel

Cartier Santos – Ref. 8191 – Round Case – Quartz
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier Santos – Ref. 8191 – Round Case – Quartz This Cartier Santos Ref. 8191 Round Quartz Watch offers exceptional value at this price. Thought to be from the early 1990s, it incl...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches

Cartier 2-Row Panther W25027B6 187957 2-Tone Steel & Gold Jumbo Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier 2-Row Panther W25027B6 187957 2-Tone Steel & Gold Jumbo Watch - Quartz. Panther. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold bezel (31 mm x 40mm). Ivory colored dial with black...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier Pasha 3066 Rose Gold Chronograph Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Pasha Seatimer Reference 3066 Wrist Watch, 42 M.M 18k Rose Gold 3 piece water resistant case. Black Ceramic Bezel accent, Black Ceramic and Rose Gold Buttons and w...
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2010s Swiss Cartier Watches

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Santos-100 XL W20073X8 Stainless steel Mens Watch Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Santos-100 W20073X8 / 2656 Mens Watch. 38mm stainless steel case with stainless steel fixed bezel. Silver dial with black steel luminous hands and black Roman numeral hour ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank Americaine White Gold Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The watch: A Cartier Tank Americaine, reference W26019L1. Designed as a rectangular 18K white gold case on a 18K white gold bracelet composed of seventeen links. The rectangular case...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

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18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Santos-100 XL W20073X8 Stainless steel Mens Watch Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Santos-100 W20073X8 / 2656 Mens Watch. 38mm stainless steel case with stainless steel fixed bezel. Silver dial with black steel luminous hands and black Roman numeral hour ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

Cartier Two-Tones Santos Carree Date Automatic Ref. 2961
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier Model: Santos Carree 2961 Year: 1980’s Serial Number: 2961xxxxx Reference: OT2875 Case: Large 29 x 41mm Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Case; Show sign of wear with...
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1980s French Vintage Cartier Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Solo Ronde 42mm Stainless Steel Watch WSRN0023 3802
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Solo Ronde 42mm Stainless Steel Watch WSRN0023 3802 - Automatic. Stainless steel case (42mm diameter). Blue dial with Roman numerals. Stainless steel Cartier bracelet; will f...
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20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches

Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Watch Rope Bracelet Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Watch Rope Bracelet Manual Wind This exquisite watch by Cartier features a round face, made from 18k yellow gold. The dial, in a matching gold hue, i...
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1960s Vintage Cartier Watches

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18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Santos Galbee Ladies Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful Santos de Cartier all original 18k yellow gold ladies 1606 Quartz wristwatch with parchment dial and roman numerals hour markers and blue steel hands. Minute markers on th...
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Late 20th Century Cartier Watches

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Solo Ronde Midsize 36mm Stainless Steel Quartz Watch W6700255
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Solo Ronde Midsize 36mm Stainless Steel Quartz Watch W6700255 - Quartz. Solo Ronde. Stainless steel case (36mm diameter). Silver dial with black Roman numerals. Black Cartier...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier Roadster W62019X6 Silver Dial Mens Watch Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Roadster W62019X6 / 2618 Mens Watch. 42mm stainless steel. Stainless steel smooth bezel. Silver dial with steel luminous hands and Roman numerals hour markers. Three chronogr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

Cartier Pasha Seatimer Ref. 1040 Mens Full Size Watch, Automatic, Date - SS
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
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Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches

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Stainless Steel

Vintage Cartier Octagon Model 0906 18 Karat Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Bezel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Cartier Model: Santos Octagon 0906 Year: Early 1980s Material: 18k Yellow Gold and Diamonds - all factory original Cartier Dial: Gold Case Measurement: 26mm Movement: Automati...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Cartier Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Americaine with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. Signed by Cartier Size 7 1/4 inches Comes with an extra link.
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Iced Out Two-Tone VVS Clariry Watch WHSA0015
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Turn heads with elite luxury on your wrist. This Iced Out Skeleton Cartier Watch showcases breathtaking craftsmanship, featuring a stunning e...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cartier Watches

Cartier Drive de Cartier Steel & Leather Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Experience timeless elegance with the Cartier Drive de Cartier Watch, a stunning blend of sophistication and functionality. Crafted from durable stainless steel, this exquisite timep...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cartier Watches

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Stainless Steel, Steel

Vintage 1980s Cartier Gold Pasha Chronograph Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a black alligator leather strap. Signed by Cartier Circa 1987 Automatic movement 38mm face Model #0580
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1980s Vintage Cartier Watches

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18k Gold

Calibre de Cartier Diver Men's Large 18k Rose Gold & Steel Watch W2CA0008 3729
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Calibre de Cartier Diver Men's Large 18k Rose Gold & Steel Watch W2CA0008 - Automatic winding with date. Calibre de Cartier. Stainless steel case with 18K Rose gold and blue rota...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier Baignoire W15133L2 18K white Gold Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Cartier Baignoire 1955 Ladies' Watch is an elegant timepiece that combines timeless design with luxury. Its unique shape, measuring 22mm by 30mm, is crafted from 18k white gold a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

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18k Gold

Cartier Santos – Ref. 8191 – Round Case – Quartz
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier Santos – Ref. 8191 – Round Case – Quartz This Cartier Santos Ref. 8191 Round Quartz Watch offers exceptional value at this price. Thought to be from the early 1990s, it incl...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches

Cartier Must De Cartier 21 Ladies Steel Gold Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier, Must De Cartier 21, Reference 1340 Ladies Wrist watch, 28 MM Stainless Steel with Gold accents case and a Gold crown set with a sapphire. Quartz Movement, Silve...
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1990s French Cartier Watches

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Gold, Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Ref 2302 Steel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2020 Cartier Tank Francaise Reference 2302, 32 X 28 MM Stainless Steel 2 piece Water resistant Case, Sapphire Glass Crystal, Sapphire Crown, Automatic Self winding movement, ...
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2010s French Cartier Watches

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Steel

Cartier Paris Gondole 18K Gold Diamond Bezel White Dial Manual Wind Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Gondole manual wind watch in 18K yellow gold featuring oval case with diamond bezel and white dial with black Roman numerals. Serial 780790308,...
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20th Century Modern Cartier Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Gold Pasha Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a white face and a Cabochon Sapphire on the crown. Signed by Cartier 36mm face Model #1035 Size 5 3/4, comes with its extra links
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

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Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold Watch 2465 W51012Q4
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Stainless Steel & Yellow Gold Watch 2465 W51012Q4 - Quartz. Stainless steel & yellow gold case (25mm x 30mm). Ivory colored dial with black Rom...
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20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs

1stDibs offers a range of Cartier watches. These unique items were designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While searching for the most stylish antique or vintage Cartier jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Cartier diamond watches can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, from our inventory of 221. This collection contains 1,093 pieces as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. Modern and contemporary are among the most popular styles of Cartier watches on 1stDibs. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 21st Century and Contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider watches by Bulgari, Patek Philippe and Chopard. Cartier watches can vary in price, gemstone, time period and other attributes. Price for these items starts at US$795 and tops out at US$1,400,000, while pieces like these can sell for US$7,916 on average.
Questions About Cartier Watches
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Many watch lovers believe that Cartier watches are worth it. The French luxury house is one of the most well-known and internationally revered watchmakers in the world. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch, one of the world's first modern wrist watches for men. Cartier’s other famous watches include the Tank watch, inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Cartier watches is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Cartier watches and other watches for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024
    Must de Cartier means "Cartier, It's a Must." The advertising slogan of the French luxury jewelry maker was created by former Cartier President Robert Hocq during the 1970s. In 1974, he partnered with Alain-Dominique Perrin to create a line of watches inspired by the saying, the full text of which is "Le Must de Cartier." On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Cartier watches.
  • 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. 

    Find vintage Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
    Princess Diana actually wore more than one Cartier watch. The Princess of Wales's father, John Spencer, the 8th Earl Spencer, reportedly once gifted her a Cartier Louis Tank watch with an alligator leather strap. During the late 1990s, Diana frequently sported a yellow gold Tank Française. Prince Andrew received the watch after her death and presented it to his now-wife Meghan Markle. Also, she sometimes wore a Panthère de Cartier, a gift from Dodi Fayed. Shop a wide range of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
    Who makes Cartier watch movements varies. The luxury maker does produce some of its movements in-house, such as the 1904 MC, the 1847 MC and the 1917 MC. In addition, it has also utilized movements manufactured by other makers, including ETA, Piaget, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Audemars Piguet, Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier, Rolex and Girard-Perregaux. Find a diverse assortment of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
    While trends in collecting do change over time, Cartier watches generally remain popular. The luxury maker produces 400,000 to 500,000 timepieces per year and was the second-largest luxury maker in terms of gross sales after Rolex in several years, including 2023. Some of the best-known Cartier watches are the Cartier Tank, the Panthère de Cartier, the Santos de Cartier, the Ballon Bleu de Cartier, the Calibre de Cartier, the Drive de Cartier and the Pasha de Cartier. Find a wide range of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    The watch that the Cartier Crash may have been based on is the Cartier Maxi Oval, also known as the Baignoire Allongée. One theory is that the watch's creators, Jean-Jacques Cartier and Rupert Emmerson, became inspired to create the Crash after seeing a damaged Maxi Oval that a customer brought in after he was involved in a car accident. Another theory is that the designers drew inspiration from Salvador Dalí's famous work, The Persistence of Memory. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Cartier watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    How much the Cartier Crash watch costs varies. Contemporary editions of the avant-garde timepiece typically sell for tens of thousands of dollars, while select vintage and limited-edition models may fetch selling prices of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Jean-Jacques Cartier and Rupert Emmerson designed the Crash watch, which debuted in 1967. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Cartier watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    One of the reasons Cartier is so expensive is because, since its inception in 1847, the brand has had a massive celebrity fan base that spans royals, movie stars, singers and socialites. The brand also uses the highest quality metals and gems in their pieces, rendering them expensive to produce. Lastly, most Cartier pieces are easy to identify, making brand recognition a key factor in the brand's exclusivity.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cartier Vermeil means a timepiece made by the French luxury jewelry house of Cartier out of a material called vermeil. It is a precious metal produced by combining genuine gold and silver. Shop a variety of Cartier Vermeil watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The meaning of Cartier Vendôme varies. Most often, the term describes a line of watches made by the French luxury jewelry house. However, the company has also produced sunglasses and wedding jewelry with the style name Cartier Vendôme. Shop a variety of Cartier Vendôme watches 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The Cartier logo is a pair of interlocking Cs. However, many people associate the panther with the French luxury jewelry maker more than its actual logo. Louis Cartier incorporated the feline figure into its design lexicon. In 1914, Cartier hired illustrator George Barbier to design advertisements for the jewelry house. Barbier drafted a drawing that featured a glamorous woman with an elegant panther at her feet, and Cartier loved it. He had an additional connection to the panther in the form of his alleged romantic interest, fellow Cartier designer Jeanne Toussaint, who adored the animal so much that she decorated her apartment with furs and donned a coat of panther fur. Cartier gave her the long-lasting nickname Panthère. Since then, Cartier has offered watches, bracelets, necklaces, brooches and earrings inspired by the panther. Find a diverse assortment of Cartier jewelry 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 ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Cartier is special for at least a few reasons. The French luxury brand is one of the most well-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world.

    Cartier has helped create style trends over the course of its long history, including playing a prominent role in defining Art Deco jewelry. The brand designed one of the first modern wristwatches for men — the Santos de Cartier — and its Panthère motif and Love bracelet are universally renowned among lovers of fine jewelry.

    Additionally, it should come as no surprise that Cartier engagement rings are among the most desirable on the jewelry market for those hoping to be betrothed. The house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds.

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  • 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 ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, Cartier watches are respected by many collectors due to their innovative designs, reliable mechanisms and fine craftsmanship. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch—one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. Louis Cartier designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, the popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying. Another of Cartier’s famous timepieces is the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of Cartier watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cartier only uses high-quality diamonds in their jewelry designs. The brand works only with gemstones that rank as Very Good or Excellent for cut and between IF and VS2 for clarity according to GIA standards. On 1stDibs, find a range of Cartier diamond jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    The most popular Cartier jewelry is open to debate. Because the French luxury jewelry maker has produced many iconic lines and style trends change over time, it can be difficult to state which is the most popular at any given moment. Some highly sought-after Cartier pieces include those from the Love, Trinity and Panthère de Cartier collections, as well as the Juste un Clou bracelet. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Cartier jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    There are a few things that are special about the Cartier Santos watch. One is its history. When it debuted in 1904, it was one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. Louis Cartier designed the timepiece for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying. A unique feature of the Santos is that it comes with both a bracelet and a leather strap, plus a tool that lets you easily swap out the components. Also, many people appreciate the watch’s timeless details, which haven't changed much since its inception. Shop a large selection of Cartier Santos watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Cartier exclusively uses diamonds from classes D through H to ensure that the gemstones are colorless and have little or no fluorescence. Their high standards contribute to the quality of the luxury jewelry maker's pieces. Shop a collection of Cartier diamonds from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Rupert Emmerson and Jean-Jacques Cartier designed the Cartier Crash watch. It debuted in 1967. The classic Cartier Oval provided a starting point for the watch, and its crumpled dial reflected the mod fashion trends of the 1960s. Shop a variety of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Cartier panther, or panthère, is a symbol of fierce femininity, luxury and sophistication. Cartier continues to produce high-quality jewelry that features its panthère motif, highlighting the brand's creativity. Find a wide range of Cartier pieces, including panthère, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Most Cartier bracelets are 18-karat gold. Some pieces like the acclaimed Love bracelet come in yellow, rose and white gold. In addition, Cartier makes some of their bracelets out of platinum. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of Cartier bracelets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Cartier jewelry is made of a variety of carefully selected materials. For metals, the French luxury jewelry maker typically uses platinum or 18-karat yellow, white or rose gold. With respect to the color of its diamonds, Cartier selects diamonds from classes D through H to ensure that the gemstones are colorless and have little or no fluorescence. Some pieces feature genuine leather, Akoya pearls and other fine materials. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Cartier jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a range of Cartier watches that are highly iconic to the brand. The Cartier Tank watch is one of the classic options. The Panthère de Cartier and Clé de Cartier watches are also popular pieces. Shop a range of authentic Cartier watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Many jewelry and watch lovers believe that buying a Cartier is worth it. The French luxury house is undeniably one of the best-known and internationally revered jewelers. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Cartier pieces is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find a diverse assortment of Cartier watches and jewelry on 1stDibs.