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Vintage Cartier Paris Vendome Small Watch manual wind. Choice of Black or Roman
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: We Have 2 of this Vintage Cartier Watch. This Vintage Cartier Paris Vendome watch
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Trinity Tri Color Watch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
An authentic Cartier Round Faced Trinity watch in a classic Cartier design with Sapphire stem and
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Late 20th Century European Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Vermeil

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
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Early 2000s French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Cartier Roadster Automatic 2510 Watch
Vintage Cartier Roadster Automatic 2510 Watch
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W 1.42 in L 1.97 in
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
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Vintage 1960s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Santos Watch, Steel, Ref. 2960
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Vintage Cartier Santos watch, steel, Ref. 2960 Here's a vintage Cartier Santos steel automatic
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Late 20th Century French Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Steel

Vintage Cartier 18k Gold Diamond Braided Watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Longines Movement Wristwatch Company: Cartier Movement
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Vintage 1950s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Cougar 187906 wrist watch with leather
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
watch's undeniable beauty and craftsmanship. Adorned with a black leather band, although not from Cartier
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21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Vintage Diamond Platinum Collectible Ladies Dress Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
This timeless Vintage Cartier Ladies' diamond watch is crafted in sensual 32.4 grams of platinum
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Cartier Paris Silver Gold Vermeil Leather Strap Must De Cartier Watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Cartier Paris 925 Silver Gold Vermeil Leather Strap Must De Cartier Wristwatch. Crafted
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Vintage 1970s Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Verm...

Cartier Must De Cartier Vermeil Vendrome Watch
By Cartier
Located in San Fernando, CA
Cartier Must de Cartier watch is crafted in 18K gold plated sterling silver construction (Vermeil
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Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Vermeil

Cartier Ceinture Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Manual Winding Watch
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
. We have many other fantastic pieces of antique and vintage jewellery watches listed on our 1stdibs
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Late 20th Century French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier "Must de Cartier" Ronde Vermeil Quartz 30mm Gents' Watch, c90's.
By Cartier
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
hands & Arabic numerals – a rarely seen feature in Cartier watches Powered by Swiss Quartz movement
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Cartier Roadster GMT XL 42mm - Vintage Men's Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in Antwerp, BE
watch comes fitted to its original stainless steel bracelet with original Cartier folding clasp and
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Early 2000s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Panthère de Cartier Watch Small Model WSPN0006
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
. We have many other fantastic pieces of antique and vintage jewellery watches listed on our 1stdibs
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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Cartier Panthère de Cartier Watch Small Model WSPN0006
Cartier Panthère de Cartier Watch Small Model WSPN0006
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H 1.19 in W 0.91 in Dm 0.24 in
CARTIER 14K Gold Vintage Calatrava Watch ft. collaboration by Movado
By Cartier
Located in San Fernando, CA
the artistry of the era. As Cartier and Movado have collaborated on watches since approx. 1935 on many
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Vintage 1940s Wrist Watches

Materials

14k Gold

Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil Manual Wind Tank Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
selection of leather and skin straps to accompany your vintage 1970's Cartier Watch. If you prefer a
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Vermeil

Cartier Audemars Piguet Vintage White Gold mechanical Gents Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960 Audemars Piguet for Cartier Gents Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. diameter 3 Piece thin 4.5 M.M
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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
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Vintage 1970s French Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

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
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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
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Vintage 1950s French Baroque Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

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
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20th Century Italian Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Ladies Vintage Cartier Gondole Watch with Diamond Bezel in Leather Strap
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
sleek vintage timepiece for the seasoned watch enthusiast and collector. Specifics: ✔ Brand: Cartier
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1990s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier 18k Gold 21mm Cushion Shape Mechanical Hand Wound Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful classic vintage Cartier wrist watch features a mechanical hand wound Swiss movement
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Paris Centure PM, Small Octagon shaped Watch, circa 1975-1980
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Vintage Cartier Paris Centure Octagon Shape watch is the Small size, circa 1975
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Vintage 1970s European Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Stainless Steel & White Rubber Stl 38mm Must 21 Autoscaph Vintage Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
: 12-Hour Dial Introducing the Cartier Unisex Stainless Steel and White Rubber Watch, a sophisticated
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Wrist Watches

18KWG Cartier Diamond Face Tank Américaine Watch
By Cartier
Located in Seattle, WA
An iconic Cartier "Tank Américaine" women's watch in 18K white gold. Featuring 1.00ctw G-H/VS1-2
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Turquoise Gold Shell Watch Travel Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite and one of a kind, vintage Cartier shell travel watch. The shell is adorned with
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20th Century French Pocket Watches

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Cartier Santos-Dumont Watch Large Model WSSA0022
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1817 Brand Cartier Model No. WSSA0022 Retail Price £4,000incl. VAT / $4,200 / €4 500 incl
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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos-Dumont Watch Large Model WSSA0022
Cartier Santos-Dumont Watch Large Model WSSA0022
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H 1.72 in W 1.24 in Dm 0.29 in
Cartier Santos-Dumont Watch Small Model W2SA0012
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
of antique and vintage jewellery watches listed on our 1stdibs store, so please consider browsing our
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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos-Dumont Watch Small Model W2SA0012
Cartier Santos-Dumont Watch Small Model W2SA0012
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H 1.38 in W 1.09 in Dm 0.29 in
Cartier Tank Française Watch Small Model W51011Q3
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
vintage jewellery watches listed on our 1stdibs store, so please consider browsing our other pieces. If
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Early 2000s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Française Watch Small Model W51011Q3
Cartier Tank Française Watch Small Model W51011Q3
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H 1.02 in W 0.84 in Dm 0.27 in
Cartier Calibre de Cartier Diver 42mm Steel Blue Dial Automatic Watch WSCA0011
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
: Luxury | Model: Cartier Calibre | Vintage: No | Movement: Mechanical (Automatic) | Number of Jewels: 27
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier 18K White Gold Panthere De Cartier 1925 Ref. 2476 28mm Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Adorn your wrist with the timeless elegance of the Cartier Panthère 1925 Belt Watch in 18K White
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20th Century French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Santos De Cartier Large Blue Dial Stainless Steel Mens Watch WSSA0030
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
the responsibility of the buyer. - No return or refund on watches stated as Brand New or vintage
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Solo 18k Yellow Gold Watch W1018755
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
antique and vintage jewelry watches listed on our 1stdibs store, so please consider browsing our other
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2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Solo 18k Yellow Gold Watch W1018755
Cartier Tank Solo 18k Yellow Gold Watch W1018755
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H 1.23 in W 0.97 in Dm 0.6 in
Cartier Panthere 18K White Gold Diamond Mini 2363 Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
touch of vintage charm to the watch's overall design, paying homage to Cartier's timeless style. The
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20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Retro Equestrian Theme Ruby and Diamond Ladies Watch
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Stamford, CT
Following the equestrian motif similar to that of Cartier and Hermes, and various jewelers around
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Cartier Roadster Stainless Steel Pink Dial Ladies Quartz Watch W62017V3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Cartier Roadster 31mm Stainless Steel Pink Dial Quartz Ladies Watch W62017V3. The Watch
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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Diamond Steel Silver Dial Automatic Ladies Watch W4SA0005
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Display Model Cartier Santos 35mm Stainless Steel Diamond Bezel White Dial Automatic Women's Watch
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Paris Vendome Large Automatic Watch with Deployant Buckle, circa 1975
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Vintage Cartier Paris Vendome watch is the large size, circa 1975-1980. The
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Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ladies Watch in 18k White Gold and Round Cut Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
vintage diamond Cartier watch is a legendary timepiece, made over 20 years ago by the esteemed French
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21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise 20mm Steel Silver Dial Ladies Quartz Watch W51031Q3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
verify the watch's authenticity at any boutique or dealership within this period * Kindly be aware that
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu Stainless Steel Black Dial Automatic Men Watch W6920042
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Like new Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's Watch W6920042. Comes with an Original Box and
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Pasha 18K Yellow Gold Moonphase Perpetual Calendar Quartz Watch 30003
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Cartier Pasha 18K Yellow Gold Moonphase Perpetual Calendar Quartz Watch 30003. Minor
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

CARTIER LONDON JAEGER LECOULTRE 18k Yellow Gold Curb Link Bracelet Watch 1960s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier London Jaeger LeCoultre 18k Yellow Gold Curb Link Bracelet Watch Circa 1960s Vintage Here
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Vintage 1960s English Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Rivoli 24mm 18K Yellow Gold White Dial Ladies Quartz Watch 881092
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. Beautiful unique ladies watch. Brand: Cartier Type: Wristwatch
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Paris Vintage Tank Lc Large, "Extra Thin", circa 1975-1980
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Cartier Paris Vintage Tank LC GM Extra Thin, Large size made in 18K yellow 1st series
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu 36 Silver Guilloche Roman Dial Quartz Unisex Watch W69011Z4
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
: Dress/Formal Model: Cartier Ballon Bleu Vintage: No Movement: Quartz Dial Color: Silvered Guilloché
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu 18K Rose Gold Steel PinkDial Quartz Ladies Watch W6920034
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify the watch
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, Steel

Cartier Tank Americaine XL 18k Yellow Gold Silver Dial Men Watch W2609356
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Style: Luxury Model: Cartier Tank Americaine Vintage: No Movement: Mechanical (Automatic) Number of
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos 100 XL Steel White Roman Dial Automatic Mens Watch W20073X8
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Cartier Santos 100 XL 38mm Stainless Steel White Roman Dial Automatic Men's Watch
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Rotonde Day & Night 18K White Gold Blue Dial Automatic Watch HPI01009
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
* Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buyers can verify the watch
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Paris Vendome 2-Tone Large Watch 34mm, Manual wind, Circa. 1973-1976
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Vintage Cartier Paris Vendome watch is the extra large size, and measures 34mm
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Vintage 1970s European Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu Steel 18k Rose Gold Chocolate Dial Mens Watch W6920032
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Country/Region of Manufacture Switzerland Style Luxury Model Cartier Ballon Bleu Vintage No Escapement
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Vintage Round Ladies 18k. Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Braintree, GB
Cartier Vintage round ladies 18k. yellow gold wristwatch. Made in Geneva, Ca.1950's Hallmarked
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Galbee Quartz 24 mm Two Tone Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 1567
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
watch is perfect for anyone who wants to make a statement. Sale comes with a Cartier Box and Cartier
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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Art Deco Cartier 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Bracelet Concord Watch with Box
By Cartier
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Exquisite diamond accented vintage Cartier, this Art Deco 14 karat white gold bracelet hosts a
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Rotonde Calendar 40mm 18K Rose Gold Silver Dial Hand-wind Watch W1556252
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
: Switzerland Style: Luxury Vintage: No Movement: Type: Mechanical (Manual) Caliber: Cartier calibre 9348 MC
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Vintage Cartier Diamond Navette Wristwatch in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Cartier ‘Navette’ diamond wristwatch set in 18k white gold and diamonds. The
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Early 2000s Unknown Modern Wrist Watches

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Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos Dumont 18K Yellow & White Gold Paris Dial 78225 Manual Watch 1980
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Vintage Cartier Model: Santos Dumont Year: 1980’s Movement: Manual Wind Serial number
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Vintage 1980s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Must XL 31mm x 41mm Steel Silver Dial Automatic Watch WSTA0040
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Must Vintage: No Movement: Type: Mechanical (Automatic) Caliber: Cartier Calibre 1847 MC Dial Color
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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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
    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 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
    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 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 13, 2024
    There are a few reasons why Cartier is so popular. For one thing, the French luxury house is known for its very long history of unparalleled prestige and quality craftsmanship. Cartier has been producing extraordinary jewelry, watches and accessories since 1847. While jewelry lovers have long been enthusiastic about Cartier’s elegant and streamlined designs for bracelets, rings, necklaces and other pieces, the brand is also known for innovation. It pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry, and its artisans were so mindful of trends in fashion that the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Later, Cartier’s Art Deco-era pieces would help define the movement with which they are associated. One of the brand’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch, one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. Today’s influencers continue to help popularize the brand, increasing the demand for certain pieces like Cartier buffalo horn sunglasses and the Cartier Love bracelet, an icon of modernist jewelry. Find a wide range of Cartier watches, jewelry and eyewear on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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 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 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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