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 Vintage Ladies Tank Mechanical French Market Watch - Solid 18K Gold
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
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Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Automatic Stainless Steel Watch Reference 2302
By Cartier
Located in Baltimore, MD
Cartier Tank Francaise Automatic Stainless Steel Watch Reference 2302
Metal: Stainless steel
Movement: Automatic
Case: 28 x 30mm
Bracelet: Fits up to a 7.5 inch wrist when clasped
Re...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
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 Must De Cartier Tank Ref 6 81008, Gold Plated Sterling Silver, c1990
By Cartier
Located in Canterbury, England
Our vintage Cartier Must De Cartier Tank, reference 6 81008 features a 23.5 x 30.5mm case in gold plated sterling silver , silver dial and is fitted to its original Cartier leather s...
Category
1990s 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...
Category
20th Century Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Large WGSA0011 4071 39.8mm Silver Dial 18k Rose Gold Leather
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: WGSA0011
Serial: 300****
Year: ~2018-2020+
Model: Cartier Santos De Cartier
Case Material: 18k Rose Gold
Band: Factory Leather Strap
Bezel: 18k Ro...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose 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
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 "Le Must" Series in Nearly New Condition with Original Box 1980's
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Jewelers
STYLE / REFERENCE: Tank "Le Must" Series
METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Plaque
CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" X ...
Category
1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Cartier Watches
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Tank Francaise Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier Tank Française watch is crafted in 18k yellow gold, showcasing the brand’s iconic rectangular case and timeless elegance. Designed for ladies, it combines classic Cartie...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Genuine Cartier Diamond Watch Must de Cartier Colisee Round Argent 590002
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch.
Vintage Must de Cartier Colisee 590002
RARE Diamond Bezel with a Natural diamond crown
Condition: Consistent with age and normal wear.
New battery installe...
Category
1990s Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Model 82975713 18 Karat Gold Plated
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Must de Cartier
Model: Tank 82975713
Year: 1980s
Material: 18k Gold Plated
Dial: Burgandy
Case Measurement: 24mm
Movement: Manual Movement
Condition: Very Good
Size: Adjustabl...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, 18k Gold
Cartier delices de cartier
By Cartier
Located in Sausalito, CA
Freeform oval deco style rose gold case, with a ribbon of round diamonds fallowing the flow of the case. Diamond studed crown. Gothic style stainless dial.
Rose gold deployment buck...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Chrysocolla, 18k Gold
$19,500
Cartier Panthere W2PN0007 Medium Two Tone Ladies Watch Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Panthere W2PN0007 / 4017 Ladies Watch. 27mm stainless steel case. 18K yellow gold smooth bezel. Silver dial with blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour markers. Minute marke...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Cartier Ballon Bleu WGBB0009 18K Rose Gold Mens Watch Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu WGBB0009 / 3927 Mens Watch. 36mm 18K rose gold case. 18K rose gold bezel. Silver dial with blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour markers. Minute markers on the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Cartier Roadster W62041V3 2510 38mm Black Roman Dial Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: W62041V3 / 2510
Serial: 5395****
Model: Cartier Roadster
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Dial: Blac...
Category
Early 2000s Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
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
$2,175 Sale Price
25% Off
Cartier Tank Francaise 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 2364 WE1001R8
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 2364 WE1001R8 - Quartz. Tank Francaise. 18k yellow gold case with factory diamonds (20mm x 25mm). Ivory colored dial with black Ro...
Category
20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Tank Francaise 1840 28x32mm White Roman Numeral Dial 18k Yellow Gold Box
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1840
Serial: 1963****
Model: Cartier Tank Francaise
Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Band: 18k Yellow Gold
Bezel: 18k Yellow Gold
Dial: White/Si...
Category
Early 2000s Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
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 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 Panthere Large 27mm Diamond Dial 18K Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Panthere large 27mm quartz watch in 18K yellow gold featuring a pave diamond bezel, dial, and bracelet. Gross wight 102.8 grams. Ref 887968.
Diamond-set dial with blued-stee...
Category
1990s Retro Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 18k Yellow Gold Men's/Ladies Watch W50014N2
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 18k Yellow Gold Men's/Ladies Watch W50014N2 - Quartz. Tank Francaise. 18k yellow gold case; blue sapphire cabochon crown (25mm x 30mm). Ivory colored d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss 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 Santos Galbée Ref. 1566 – Steel & Gold Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Cartier Santos Galbée Ref. 1566 – Steel & Gold Quartz Watch
This Cartier Santos Galbée Ref. 1566 features a 29x41mm stainless steel and gold case, housing a quartz movement. The ele...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, Steel
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 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 Vermeil Must 30mm gold plated 590003 Mens Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier
Model: Vermeil Must
Reference Number:590003
Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland
Movement: Quartz
Case Material: Gold Plated Silver
Measurements : Case width: 30 ...
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
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 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
Brand New Cartier Baignoire WGBA0036 Size 17 Ladies Watch Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Brand New Cartier Baignoire WGBA0036 Ladies Watch. 18.70mm 18k rose gold case. 18k rose gold bezel. Silver dial and roman numeral hour markers. Sapphire Crystal. Gold rose gold brace...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Cartier Tank Basculante 2480 Ladies Diamond 18k YG 2007 Full Set
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
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 Tank Must De Cartier LM 681006 Rouge Dial 1988 Full Set
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Must de Cartier LM Rouge Dial 1988 Full Set
SKU: 1689
An iconic example of Cartier’s timeless elegance, this Tank Must de Cartier Large Model (Ref. 681006) from 1988 fe...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Cartier Ballon Bleu WGBB0036 Blue Dail 18K Rose Gold Mens Watch Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu WGBB0036 / 3941 Mens Watch. 42mm 18K rose gold case. 18K rose gold bezel. Blue dial with silver-tone hands and Roman numeral hour markers. Date display at 3 o'clo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Cartier Santos De Cartier W2SA0016 Midsize Two-Tone Ladies Watch Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier SantosDe Cartier W2SA0016 / 4075 Ladies Watch. 35mm stainless steel case with 18K yellow gold fixed bezel. Silver dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour mark...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary 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 Mini Tank Obus CG24006 Paris Dial Lacquered Blue Numerals 1990s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Mini Tank Obus CG24006 Paris Dial Lacquered Blue Numerals 1990s
SKU 1406
This Cartier Mini Tank Obus CG24006 from the 1990s is an exquisite expression of Cartier’s refined ...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Cartier Santos Caree 2961 Automatic W/Card
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Santos Carrée 81036288 Watch. It features a 29mm stainless steel case with an 18K yellow gold fixed bezel. The white dial is accented with blue hands and Roman numeral hour m...
Category
1970s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless 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 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
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 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
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 Ballon Bleu 42mm 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Bezel Watch WE900951
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Discover the luxurious Cartier Ballon Bleu 42mm WE900951 unisex watch in 18K white gold with diamonds. Perfect for any wrist size and water resistant up to 30 meters. Crafted from 18...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
1971 Cartier Vintage Ladies Ultra Rare Audemars Piguet Tank Watch (1 of 50)
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...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
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
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 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 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 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
Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Black Dial Watch Vermeil ARGENT Small Manual Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil).
Ref 5057001
RARE Black Roman Dial.
New Leather Band.
Quartz Movement Serviced. ...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 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
Vintage Cartier Vendome Model 8191 32mm Ghost Dial
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Cartier
Model: Vendome 8191
Year: 1980s
Material: 18 Karat Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Dial: Rare Grey Ghost Dial
Case Measurement: 32mm
Movement: Quartz
Condition: Very Goo...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless 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 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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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. - 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.
- Are Cartier watches respected?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, 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, 2022Cartier 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, 2023The 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, 2023There 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.
- What diamonds does Cartier use?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Cartier 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.
- Who designed the Cartier Crash?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Rupert 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, 2022The 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.
- What gold is a Cartier bracelet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Most 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.
- What is Cartier jewelry made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024Cartier 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, 2022There 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.
- Is it worth it to buy Cartier?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024Many 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.
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