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Cartier Vintage Diamond Platinum Collectible Ladies Dress Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite vintage Cartier ladies' diamond watch, crafted from luxurious platinum, is a true
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Cartier Tank Francaise Watch. Cartier 2301 Stainless Steel Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Francaise. ref. 2301 Rare White Dial with Black Roman
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Cartier Vintage Chevron Bracelet Watch - '50s
By Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
, reflects Cartier’s refined Parisian elegance — a true gem for collectors and vintage connoisseurs
Category

Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Vintage Cartier Roadster Automatic 2510 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Vintage Cartier rectangular stainless steel case with silver dial, stainless steel bezel, and date
Category

Early 2000s French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Cartier Mid Size Wrist Watch, 30 M.M. X 6 M.M thick 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case
Category

Vintage 1960s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Tank 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Cartier Tank 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch - Mechanical. 18K Yellow gold ; blue sapphire
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Vintage 18k Gold Square Roman Watch - '70S
By Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
An exquisite vintage Cartier timepiece, masterfully crafted in 18k yellow gold. Featuring a sleek
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

A Vintage Cartier Tank Allonge Wrist Watch, Alligator band
By Cartier
Located in Manhasset, NY
A Vintage Cartier Tank Allonge Wrist Watch in stainless steel case, with Alligator leather strap
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Cartier Tank 18k Gold Electroplated Mechanical Men's Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A timeless icon of refined elegance, this Vintage Cartier Tank Men’s Watch captures the essence of
Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Ladies’ Diamond Cocktail Watch 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite vintage Cartier ladies' diamond cocktail watch, crafted in 18K yellow gold with a
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Panthere Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Circa 1990 Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER VINTAGE PANTHERE 18K GOLD WATCH *Excellent condition watch, includes Cartier box/no papers
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Paris 7825 18K Yellow Gold Mechanical Vintage Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Paris 7825 ladies watch. 20.7MM X 25.8MM lug to lug 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow
Category

Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 1990s Cartier Gold Pasha Chronograph Watch with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
dial weighing approximately a total of 3.60 carats. The watch features a brown alligator leather strap
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Retro Era Rare Cartier Automatic Dress Watch – Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A rare vintage Cartier automatic dress watch from the Retro era, featuring a sleek 33mm stainless
Category

20th Century Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Stepped Ceinture Ladies Dress Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Stepped Ceinture Ladies Dress Watch - Manual wind. 18k gold case
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Cartier Santos Automatic 25mm Watch Santos de Cartier Octo SM 18k and SS
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Santos Stainless Steel and 18k Yellow gold. 25mm Ladies
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier gold plated Tank watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Cartier Tank watch embodies timeless sophistication, featuring an 18k gold
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Vintage Stepped Case Mechanical 18k Gold Plate Wrist watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Mid size Triple Stepped case Wrist Watch, 28 x 28 M.M. 18k Gold Electroplate 2
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Cartier Paris Tank Watch Ref. 18684 Vermeil 925 Vintage 1978
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
A timeless Cartier Paris Tank wristwatch, reference 18684, from 1978. Crafted in 925 Vermeil
Category

20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

Vermeil, Silver

Cartier Riviera Paris Vintage Yellow Gold Ladies Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Riviera Paris Wrist Watch, 23 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, Sapphire crown
Category

Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Paris gold plated tank watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1980s, this vintage Cartier Paris Tank watch blends classic styling with refined
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Silver

Cartier Paris gold plated Tank watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Cartier Paris Tank watch exudes timeless sophistication with its manual movement, gold
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Silver

90's Cartier Must 21 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful vintage Cartier Must 21 steel watch Quartz Condition : good Made in Switzerland Model
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate, Steel

Vintage Must de Cartier 590005 Tank Watch. 925 Vermeil ARGENT Quartz Tank.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). ref
Category

1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Vintage Cartier Paris Manual Wind Dial 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Cartier Paris 18k gold ladies watch with a Roman numeral dial and the classic Cartier style
Category

Vintage 1970s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Must de Cartier Tank 366001 Dial Watch Vermeil ARGENT Small Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Must de Cartier Tank 5057001 Dial Watch Vermeil ARGENT Small Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Gold

Vintage Must de Cartier Tank 1613 Watch. Vermeil ARGENT 925 Small Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). Ref
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Gold

Vintage Must de Cartier Trinity Tank Watch. Large ARGENT Tricolor Windup Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). ref
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Must de Cartier 590005 Tank Watch. 925 Vermeil ARGENT Quartz Tank.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). ref
Category

1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Gold Dial Watch. Vermeil ARGENT Small Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Cartier Vintage Pasha 18K Yellow Gold 38mm Perpetual Calendar Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Pasha, a line first presented in the heady '80s and based on a watch that was, according to
Category

20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Divan 2612 Ladies Wrist Watch W/ Pink Leather Strap
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Automatic Vintage Stainless steel ref. 2612 Divan ser. 1030*** / all original parts / pink
Category

Vintage 1950s French Baroque Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Must de Cartier 590005 Tank Watch. 925 Vermeil ARGENT Quartz Tank.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). ref
Category

1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Vintage Unused Cartier 18 Karat Gold & 14mm Leather Wrist Watch Band
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine vintage unused Cartier 18 karat gold and leather wrist watch band. With a dark brown
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Must de Cartier Mystery Tank Watch. ARGENT Manual Black Dial Tank.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). Rare
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Panthère de Cartier Ladies Watch, Double Diamond Face, Vintage, 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Manhasset, NY
Panthère de Cartier Ladies Watch, Double Diamond Face, Vintage, 18Kt Yellow Gold, 96 Diamonds
Category

1990s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Gold Dial Watch. Vermeil ARGENT Small Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Must de Cartier Mystery Tank Watch. 925 Vermeil ARGENT Manual Tank.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold 1914 Indian Head 10 Dollar US Coin Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A vintage 18k gold Cartier watch, encaged into a 1914 Indian Head $10 US coin case. Measures 30mm
Category

20th Century French Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Pillar 5057001 Dial Watch Vermeil ARGENT Small Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Champagne Dial Vendome Round Argent Vermeil 30mm.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Must de Cartier 30mm Vendome Champagne Dial with Roman numbers
Category

1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Pillar 5057001 Dial Watch Vermeil ARGENT Small Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

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
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Gold

Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil Black Face
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome Rare Black dial. Sapphire Cabochon Crown
Category

1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

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
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Pillar 5057001 Dial Watch Vermeil ARGENT Small Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

1971 Cartier Vintage Ladies Ultra Rare Audemars Piguet Tank Watch (1 of 50)
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
other online sites. 1971 CARTIER Vintage Ladies "Collection Privee" Level Ultra Rare Tank Watch by
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Tank "Must de Cartier" Vermeil 925 Leather Wrist Watch circa 1970s
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Cartier Tank "Must de Cartier" Vermeil 925 Leather Wrist Watch from the 1970s epitomizes
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Vermeil

Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Watch. 925 Vermeil ARGENT 2416 Blue Dial Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver Comes with a new leather band
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Cream Dial Vendome Round Argent Vermeil 30mm.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Must de Cartier 30mm Vendome Rare Cream Dial with Gold Outlines
Category

1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

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

Vintage 1980s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Cartier Vendome DIAMOND Watch. Must de Cartier Round ARGENT 925 Vermeil Quartz
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome Rare Diamond Spider Dark Brown dial
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil White Face
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome Rare Cream dial. Sapphire Cabochon Crown
Category

1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil White Face
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Vendome Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil
Category

1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil Trinity Face
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome Trinity Tricolor Face. White, Gold and
Category

1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil Brown ladies
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome Brown Face Condition: Comes with Original
Category

1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Cartier Watch Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil Trinity Tricolor Face
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome Trinity Tricolor Face. White, Gold and
Category

1990s Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

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Vintage Cartier Watches For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of vintage cartier watches. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 125 vintage editions and 22 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 20th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of vintage cartier watches bearing Contemporary or Modern hallmarks are very popular. Browse our collection of 11 Diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. A selection of round cut, brilliant cut and rose cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of vintage cartier watches, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Vintage Cartier Watches?

Prices for vintage cartier watches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $538 and can go as high as $72,500, while vintage cartier watches, on average, fetch $4,500.

Cartier for sale on 1stDibs

For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.

Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.

Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)

Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.

One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.

Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.

On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.

While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.

Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.

Questions About Cartier
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The price of Cartier bracelets varies based on age, condition, and rarity. The least expensive versions of the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, can still cost around $4,000. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of Cartier bracelets for sale.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cartier rose gold doesn't tarnish but over many years of wearing, rose gold generally is said to become darker. Rose gold allegedly becomes slightly yellower in tone, toward a traditional gold.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    As one of the top luxury jewelry houses in the world, Cartier uses some of the finest quality materials. The company uses 18k gold in their jewelry and real diamonds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    There are a few reasons why Cartier is so popular. For one thing, the French luxury house is known for its very long history of unparalleled prestige and quality craftsmanship. Cartier has been producing extraordinary jewelry, watches and accessories since 1847. While jewelry lovers have long been enthusiastic about Cartier’s elegant and streamlined designs for bracelets, rings, necklaces and other pieces, the brand is also known for innovation. It pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry, and its artisans were so mindful of trends in fashion that the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Later, Cartier’s Art Deco-era pieces would help define the movement with which they are associated. One of the brand’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch, one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. Today’s influencers continue to help popularize the brand, increasing the demand for certain pieces like Cartier buffalo horn sunglasses and the Cartier Love bracelet, an icon of modernist jewelry. Find a wide range of Cartier watches, jewelry and eyewear on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cartier is famous for producing jewelry and watches out of rare and luxury-grade materials and creating innovative designs, often packed with symbolism. Some of the jeweler's most famous pieces include the modern Love and Trinity bracelets and its custom-made antique and vintage jewelry like the Crocodile and Patiala necklaces. Find a range of Cartier jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Today, the Cartier symbol, or logo, is the luxury house's name written in a clean serif font that mimics cursive handwriting. Typically, the logo is either black on white or white on a black background. Its refined and understated appearance references the high standards that have long been associated with this celebrated brand.
  • 1stDibs 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 ExpertMay 1, 2024
    Yes, some Cartier watches are automatic but the legendary French luxury house also creates collections that include watches with quartz movements. Cartier’s iconic Tank collection, which includes the Tank Française, the Tank Louis Cartier and other models, features both quartz and automatic options for all kinds of collectors. Each of the watches in the Panthère collection, however, carries a quartz movement.

    While quartz watches are powered by a pre-installed battery and a high-frequency quartz crystal, automatic watches rely on a spring system and are self-winding. An automatic watch does not have a battery and is recharged on the wrist owing to the wearer’s movements during the day.

    It was Louis Cartier, grandson of Cartier founder Louis-François Cartier, who was responsible for bringing watchmaking to the venerable maison when he presented Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont with a wristwatch in 1904. 

    Although the pocket watch was the de rigueur men’s accessory of the day, Santos-Dumont found his own pocket watch hard to consult while keeping his plane aloft. Louis fashioned a timepiece with a flat, square case on a leather strap that could be referred to easily at a glance. Named in honor of Louis’s friend, the Santos was eventually produced for sale in 1911. 

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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A Cartier engagement ring can cost between $3,000 and $800,000. The price depends on the diamond's carat weight and quality.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cartier watches are considered luxury watches. Cartier is a noted jeweler, taking that attention to detail and access to high-quality metals and jewels to their watches—they spare no expense and are highly desirable. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Cartier watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cartier pieces may be cheaper in Paris than they are in the U.S., but that's because of the exchange rate. Cartier doesn't price the pieces depending on the country.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    How much a Cartier is worth varies. Many Cartier pieces do appreciate in value over time, but their potential selling prices depend on their age, style, type, availability and other factors. The condition also greatly impacts value, and there can be variability between very similar pieces. For example, one 1930 Tutti Frutti fetched $1.34 million at an auction in 2020, but a simpler one sold for $508,000 in 2023. Because it can be difficult to estimate the value of a piece on your own, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. Shop a wide variety of Cartier jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.