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 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...
Category
1990s French Art Deco Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier diamond 18k white gold Francaise watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Timeless and refined, this Cartier Française watch embodies the maison’s unmistakable elegance and craftsmanship. The polished 18k white gold case and bracelet shimmer with sophistic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ronde Solo XL Blue Dial #WSRN0023 Watch 42mm with Box #23240
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Cartier Ronde Solo XL Watch
Model: 3802 / WSRN0023
Serial: 788934WX
This stunning men's Cartier Ronde Solo XL watch is set in stainless steel and has an extra large case with blue ...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
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...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris gold plated with 18k yellow gold deployment buckle Tank watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Cartier Paris watch exudes refined elegance with its gold-plated silver case, 18k gold buckle, and sophisticated black leather strap.
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold
Cartier Vendome Must Vendome Vermeil 590004 Women's Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: : cartier
Model: Vermeil Must
Reference Number: 590004
Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland
Movement: Quart
Case Material: Gold Plated Silver
Measurements : Case width: 2...
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Cartier Santos Galbee Ladies 0902 24mm White Dial 18k Gold Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 0902
Serial: 09026****
Model: Cartier Santos Galbee Ladies
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18k Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: 18k Yellow ...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Panthère w/ Leather Strap Ref. 1060/2
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Panthère w/ Leather Strap Ref. 1060/2
Brand: Cartier
Model: Panthère
Year: 90-2000’s
Serial number: M21XXXX
Reference: C04860
Case: 27mm 18K Yellow ...
Category
1990s French Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Tank Louis Model 7808 18k Yellow Gold on Deployment Buckle
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Cartier
Model: 7808
Year: 1980
Material: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Case and Deployment Buckle
Dial: Roman Numerals
Case Measurement: 20mm
Movement: Manual Wind
Condition: Good Vin...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's 42mm Stainless Steel Automatic Watch W69012Z4
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's 42mm Stainless Steel Automatic Watch W69012Z4 - Automatic winding. Stainless steel case (42mm diameter). Silver guilloche dial with black Roman numerals; da...
Category
20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Tank Jumbo Automatique 17002 Pointed Paris Dial 1970s 18k YG
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Jumbo Automatique 17002 Pointed Paris Dial 18k Yellow Gold 1970s
SKU: 1843
A rare and exceptional example from Cartier’s 1970s Tank c...
Category
1970s Vintage Cartier Watches
Cartier Tank Française Model 1821 18 Karat Yellow gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Cartier
Model: Tank Française 1821
Year: 2000s
Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Dial: Silver and Roman Numerals
Strap: Navy Bespoke Jean Rousseau Leather and 18k Cartier Tang Buckle
...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Cloche WGCC0003 Collection Privee Anthracite Dial Limited 100 Pieces
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Cloche Collection Privée WGCC0003 Anthracite Dial 18k Rose Gold 2021 Full Set
SKU: 1854
A pinnacle of contemporary Cartier artistry, this Cloche Collection Privée Ref. WGCC...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Cartier Santos Octagon LM 2966 Ghost Dial SS/YG 1980s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Santos Octagon LM 2966 Ghost Dial SS/YG 1980s
SKU: 1773
An elegant expression of 1980s Cartier design, this Santos Octagon LM reference 2966 captivates with its distinctive...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Cartier Tank Must De LM Vermeil Lemon Dial 1980s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Must De LM Vermeil Lemon Dial 1980s
SKU 1398
This Cartier Tank Must De LM from the 1980s presents a rare and striking lemon yellow dial, a colour that beautifully comp...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Cartier Tank Must SolarBeat Small Model Watch WSTA0060
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301728
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2022
Model WSTA0060
Serial Number 43**********
Metal Steel
Materials Calfskin
Stones Sapphire
Weight 21.72 g
Condition Excellent
Ot...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Steel
Cartier Special Order Santos Carree 170916 Factory Pave Diamonds Deux Or
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Special Order Santos Carrée Factory Pave Diamonds Deux Or 18k WG/YG 1980s
SKU: 1699
A rare and exceptional example of Cartier’s artistry from the 1980s, this Special Order S...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Cartier Tank Louis 78087 SM Pointed Paris Gold Hands 18k WG 1992 Box and Papers
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Louis SM 78087 Pointed “Paris” Dial 18k White Gold (1992) – Box & Papers
SKU 1395
A stunning and highly collectible example of the Cartier Tank Louis SM (Small Model),...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Cartier Tank Louis 78087 SM Ladies Service Dial 1980s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Louis SM 78087 Ladies 18k Yellow Gold (1980s)
SKU 1387
A beautifully preserved Cartier Tank Louis SM (Small Model) from the 1980s — a quintessential expression of Cart...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Cartier Tank Louis Mini 67117 Swiss Dial 18k YG 1986 Full Set
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Louis Mini 67117 Swiss Dial 18k Yellow Gold (1986) Full Set
SKU 1392
An exceptionally rare and beautifully preserved Cartier Tank Louis Mini (Ref. 67117) from 1986, co...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Cartier Ellipse 67081 SM Ladies White Dial 18k YG 1980s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Ellipse 67081 SM – Ladies, White Dial, 18k Yellow Gold (1980s)
A classic example of Cartier’s Ellipse collection, this 67081 SM from the 1980s embodies the brand’s signature...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Basculante 2480 Ladies Diamond 18k YG
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Basculante 2480 Ladies Diamond 18k Yellow Gold
SKU 1385
An exquisite and rarely seen example of Cartier’s ingenious reversible watch de...
Category
Early 2000s Cartier Watches
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...
Category
20th Century Cartier Watches
Materials
Quartz, Gold, Silver, Stainless Steel
Cartier De Cartier Ronde 18001 Silver Sterling 33 mm New Belt Mens Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier
Model: Ronde
Reference Number: 18001
Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland
Movement: Quartz
Case Material: Sterling Silver / Gold
Measurements : Case width: 33 mm....
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Silver
Cartier Tank Francaise 28mm 18K Gold Automatic with Date Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Francaise automatic watch in 18K Yellow gold featuring a 28mm rectangular case with Roman numeral dial, blued steel hands, and date window at 6 o'clock. Integrated brace...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Antique Art Deco 1920s Cartier Diamond and Onyx Watch Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold with Rose cut Diamonds and French cut Onyx.
Signed by Cartier
Circa 1920s
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Platinum
Cartier Must de Cartier Colisée Vermeil Quartz Women's Watch Ref. 1902
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An elegant expression of Cartier’s timeless design, this Must de Cartier Colisée Ref. 1902 embodies classic Parisian sophistication. Crafted in vermeil — solid sterling silver richly...
Category
20th Century Cartier Watches
Materials
Vermeil
Cartier Tank Paris 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Cartier Tank Paris Ladies Watch is an elegant timepiece that combines classic design with luxurious materials. It features a 23.6 mm 18K yellow gold case (excluding the crown) an...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Stainless Steel Ladies Tank Francaise Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
The Cartier stainless steel Ladies 25mm Tank Francaise quartz wristwatch is a timeless masterpiece that embodies elegance and sophistication. Its sleek stainless steel case captures ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1990’s Cartier Must de Cartier Vendôme Trinity Dial Watch – Quartz
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1990’s Cartier Must de Cartier Vendôme featuring a 30mm round .925 sterling silver case plated in 18KT yellow gold vermeil. The dial showcases Cartier’s signature Trinity mot...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Tank Must De SM Vermeil Lemon Dial 1980s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Must De SM Vermeil Lemon Dial 1980s
SKU 1397
This Cartier Tank Must De SM from the 1980s showcases a beautifully preserved lemon dial, one of the most distinctive and ...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Cartier Colisee Ladies Vendome Vermeil Watch - 18K Gold over Sterling Silver
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
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We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stD...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Cartier Ronde Opaline 81914 White Diamond Dial Diamond Lugs Special Order 18k YG
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Ronde Opaline Ref. 81914 Diamond Dial and Lugs, 18k Yellow Gold, 1990s
This Cartier Ronde Opaline Ref. 81914 from the 1990s is a remarkable and highly uncommon example of Ca...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pasha De Cartier Diamond Bezel & Bracelet 18K Rose Gold Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Pasha de Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies’ Watch – Quartz Movement
This exquisite Pasha de Cartier timepiece is a classic statement of luxury and elegance. Featuring Cartier’s...
Category
1990s French Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
Cartier 18K White Gold Panther Ladies Diamond Watch 1660 WF3141B9
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier 18K White Gold Panther Ladies Diamond Watch 1660 WF3141B9 - Quartz. Panthere. 18K White Gold with Factory Diamond Bezel and Factory Diamond Case (30 x 21 mm). Ivory dial with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Tank Divan 38MM 2602 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Cartier
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold
Diameter: 38.00 mm
Weights: 68.18 grams
One 18K yellow gold diamond Cartier Swiss-made wristwatch with original box. The "CARTIER " tra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Pasha C 2324 Stainless Steel Grey Grid Dial Automatic 35mm Mens Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier
Model: Pasha C
Reference Number: 2324
Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland
Movement: Automatic
Case Material: Stainless steel
Measurements : Case width: 35 mm. (w...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank 21842 Paris Dial Vintage Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This exquisite Cartier watch, dating back to circa 1980, showcases a refined rectangular design crafted from 18k yellow gold. The watch features elegant golden-tone hands and a cream...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Santos Watch Steel & Diamonds W4SA0005
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Discover this pre-owned version of the Cartier Santos de Cartier Medium (Ref. W4SA0005), a luxurious timepiece featuring a stainless steel case with a diamond-set bezel and interchan...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel, Steel
CARTIER Estate 18k/Stainless Steel Must Santos Eyeglasses
By Cartier
Located in Narberth, PA
A fashionable pair of eyeglasses by legendary jeweler, Cartier! Crafted in vibrant 18k yellow gold and stainless steel, these eyeglasses are from the Must Santos collection. The fram...
Category
20th Century Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Louis 18k Men's Watch With Original Box
By Cartier
Located in Vaughan, CA
Cartier Tank Louis 80786 Men's watch.
18k case and bezel.
White dial with blue Cartier hands and black roman numerals.
Manual winding.
Case size: 23 mm x 30 mm
Two piece Cartier blac...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Panthère Large 18k Yellow Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This watch features a 29mm 18K yellow gold case with a smooth 18K yellow gold bezel. The ivory dial includes blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour markers, with minute marker...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Carrtier Must de Cartier Tank 25 x 30mm Rare Bark Dial Manual Wind Circa 1980s
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This Must de Cartier Tank is a rare and elegant example from the 1980s, featuring the highly sought-after Bark-style dial. Fitted to a new and unworn Jean Rousseau burgundy leather s...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Vermeil, Silver
Cartier Calibre de Cartier 42mm 18K Rose Gold Steel Ivory Dial Watch W7100042
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Recently serviced. The movement is calibrated and keeps time well.
🕰 Cartier Calibre de Cartier W7100042
Brand: Cartier
Model: Calibre de Cartier...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Must de Cartier Tank Burgundy Dial Manual Wind Vermeil 1981
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This Cartier Must de Cartier Tank is a beautifully preserved vintage example, distinguished by its rare burgundy dial with natural spidering – a unique patina developed over time tha...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Vermeil, Silver
Cartier Santos Galbee 29mm Stainless Steel Men's Watch Ref 1564
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier Santos Galbée Ref. 1564 features a 29 mm stainless steel case, silver Roman numeral dial, and Swiss quartz movement. Originally designed for men, its elegant proportions...
Category
20th Century Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Galbee 887901 18K Yellow gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Santos Galbee Large Men's Watch. It features a 30mm 18K yellow gold case with a smooth 18K yellow gold bezel. The ivory dial is adorned with blue steel hands and Roman numera...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Roadster XL Automatic Stainless Steel Watch W62025V3 2510 Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Baltimore, MD
Cartier Roadster XL Automatic Stainless Steel Watch W62025V3 2510 Box & Papers
Metal: Stainless steel
Model: W62025V3
Serial: 25105412**** (2009)
Movement: Automatic
Dial: Silver
Ca...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Must Black Leather Watch WSTA0042
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301731
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2022
RRP £3,150 incl. Taxes
Model WSTA0042
Serial Number 43**********
Metal Stainless steel
Materials Calfskin
Stones Sapphire
Weig...
Category
2010s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Solo Extra-Large WSTA0029 Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301744
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2021
Model WSTA0029
Serial Number 38**********
Metal Stainless steel
Materials Calfskin
Stones Sapphire
Weight 62.12 g
Condition Ex...
Category
2010s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Stainless Steel
Cartier Panthère de Cartier Ref. 1120 Steel & Gold, Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Elegant Cartier Panthère de Cartier wristwatch, reference 1120, featuring the iconic two-tone design in stainless steel and 18K yellow gold. Powered by a precise quartz movement, the...
Category
20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, Steel
Cartier Santos Galbée Two Tone Watch in Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Cartier Santos Galbee two tone quartz with a grey roman numeral dial (quite unique dial configuration). Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements includ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Octagon 2966 White Roman Dial Watch in Steel & 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Cartier Santos Octagon reference 2966 automatic two tone with a white Roman numeral dial on a steel and gold bracelet from the 1980s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements include a 30mm case. It's on a Cartier bracelet that fits up to a 7 inch wrist. Clean white dial with blued hands, date window at 3 o’clock, and screw-down octagonal bezel. Steel and 18k yellow gold case and caseback. Comes with box and papers. All parts are original including the signed Cartier crown...
Category
20th Century Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Steel, 18k Gold
Cartier Baignoire Watch 18K White Gold, 2000s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Here’s a Cartier Baignoire reference 1955 quartz with a 23x31mm oval case in 18k white gold from the 2000s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Classic Cartier styling with a c...
Category
20th Century Cartier Watches
Materials
White Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Santos Ladies' Two-Tone Watch in Stainless Steel, 1990s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Cartier Santos two-tone automatic with a white Roman numeral dial from the late 80s, early 90s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements include a 24mm...
Category
20th Century Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Baignoire Allongée Diamond Set Watch in 18K Rose Gold, 2000s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This rare neo-vintage Cartier Baignoire Allongée, Reference 2515, captures the essence of Cartier’s enduring design legacy with remarkable clarity. Crafted in warm 18K rose gold, thi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Panthere Jumbo 29mm Steel & 18k Gold Unisex Watch Ref. 183957/11227
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A timeless classic from Cartier, the Panthère Jumbo blends sophistication with bold styling. This elegant 29mm unisex watch features a stainless steel and 18k yellow gold two-tone ca...
Category
2010s European Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Dumont 18k Rose Gold Quartz Roman Dial - Black Leather Band Watch
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model: Santos Dumont
Case Material: 18k Rose Gold
Case Diameter: 38mm
Crystal: Sapphire Crystal
Bezel: Smooth 18k Rose Gold Bezel
Dial: White dial with classic black R...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Santos 100 XL 2656 38mm White Dial Stainless Steel Leather Strap
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2656
Serial: 5192****
Model: Cartier Santos 100 XL
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Strap: Leather
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Dial: White
Face: Sa...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
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.
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Questions About Cartier Watches
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024The 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, 2024How 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.
- Are Cartier watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 1, 2024Yes, 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. - What does Must de Cartier mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Must 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 ExpertDecember 5, 2024Princess 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, 2024Who 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.
- Are Cartier watches popular?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024While 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.
- Is a Cartier watch worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Many 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.
- Why is Cartier so popular?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024There 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.
- What is Cartier Vermeil?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cartier 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.
- What is Cartier Vendôme?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- What is Cartier famous for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cartier 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.
- What is the Cartier logo?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The 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.
- What is the Cartier symbol?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Today, 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.
- Why Cartier is so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021One 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.
- Is Cartier the same as Rolex?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024No, 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 ExpertJanuary 10, 2025Cartier 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.
Find Cartier jewelry for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024There is no definitive answer to the question of which is cheaper, Rolex or Cartier. Some entry-level Cartier watches do tend to have lower starting price points than some Rolex watches. However, both makers offer a wide variety of watches, so it's not accurate to say that Cartier is always the cheaper option. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Cartier and Rolex watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024Why it is called the Cartier Crash relates to the unique shape of the watch. The case and dial of the timepiece have a smashed, wavy appearance, similar to what a watch might look like if it were smashed or crushed in a crash or collision. There are various stories of how this imaginative design came into being. Some people claim that the designers Jean-Jacques Cartier and Rupert Emmerson got the idea for the timepiece after a customer brought in a damaged watch for repair. Another theory is that the prominent melting clock in Salvador Dalí's painting The Persistence of Memory served as the inspiration. Shop a variety of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- Are all Cartier rings gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, not all Cartier rings are gold. Although the luxury jewelry maker produces many white, rose and yellow gold pieces, some rings are platinum. The French jewelry 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. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier rings.
- Are Cartier diamonds real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, Cartier diamonds are real. The French luxury jewelry maker follows stringent standards when selecting the diamonds that go into its pieces. For example, the central brilliant cut diamonds in Cartier rings that are over 0.3 carats in weight must be classified as Very Good or Excellent to be used by the brand, and Cartier rarely chooses diamonds with clarity ratings below VS2 or color ratings below H. Shop a selection of Cartier diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- How do I wear Cartier earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to wear Cartier earrings depends on your personal preferences. Small hoops and studs can balance chunky statement necklaces, while dramatic drops and oversized hoops can become the bold focal point of an outfit. Shop a variety of Cartier earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether a Cartier watch is bigger than a Rolex watch depends on the particular timepiece. Cartier offers watches in sizes ranging from 28 millimeters for women to 44 millimeters for men. Rolex's smallest women's watch is bigger than Cartier's at 31 millimeters, but the watchmaker's largest men's watch is only 43 millimeters. Find a variety of Rolex and Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023To authenticate a Cartier lighter, locate the serial number. Then, contact Cartier’s customer service team to assess whether it is a genuine serial number and whether the product type and style match your piece. Check the official Cartier website for current contact information. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Cartier lighters.
- Does Cartier make earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Cartier does make earrings as well as a slew of other exquisite and high-end pieces of jewelry. Established in 1847 in Paris, France, this luxury goods brand is known throughout the world for its jewelry and watches. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Cartier pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023While the Panthère de Cartier watch collection was initially launched in 1983, Cartier included panther spots (and only the spots) in diamonds and onyx on at least one women’s watch in 1914 and another in 1915. These creations were conceived by the Cartier designer Charles Jacqueau. The cat’s major breakthrough came in 1949, with a brooch on which Jeanne Toussaint worked hand in glove with designer Peter Lemarchand. The luxury jewelry house now offers dozens of versions of the Panthère de Cartier timepiece, including double- and triple-wrap bracelets, a series of cuffs and a diamond-encrusted panther spot version. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The original Cartier Tank watch, which was emblematic of a stark departure from the renowned jewelry house’s curved and round watch faces in that its case resembled the FT-17’s cockpit, served as a sleek update to the Santos watch. Crafted in 1917, one year before the Great War came to a close, Cartier’s Tank watch reportedly borrowed its clean, sharp lines and boxy silhouette from France’s legendary Renault FT-17 light tank, itself a compact and extraordinary design that inspired numerous copies. When the Tank watch went to market, Cartier offered a limited run in Paris. After those quickly sold, it was given a name, the Tank Normale. The timepiece took off in popularity, but only slightly more than 30 were made in 1920 and annual production has been slow over the years since then. Find Cartier Tank watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Which Cartier watch is the most iconic is open to debate. One of the French luxury brand's most influential watches is the Cartier Tank, which debuted in 1917. A women's watch, the Cartier Panthere is another of the brand's legendary designs. It was introduced in 1914, and its original design drew inspiration from a painting of a panther by artist George Barbier. Shop a large collection of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
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