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Cartier Jewelry

French

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.

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Period: 20th Century
Creator: Cartier
Cartier Tank Must GM Golden Black Precious
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier Must model Tank watch in vermeil (gold-plated 925/1000 silver), black background, mechanical movement (manual winding), black exotic leather strap and original Cartier gold-p...
Category

1990s French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Stainless Steel, Gold Plate

Cartier Vintage Triple Tone 18 Karat Gold Ring Marked Cartier 750 Serial 294628
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite Cartier Vintage Triple Tone Gold Ring. Crafted from luxurious 18 karat yellow, white, and black gold, this timeless piece showcase...
Category

Late 20th Century French Contemporary Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K White Gold La Dona Diamond EU 51 Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Cartier 18kt white gold and diamond 'La Dona' wide ring comprised of a double row of half-moon shaped links that are all set with pave round brillant cut diamonds. Size EU 51....
Category

20th Century American Modern Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Panther Yellow Gold Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier Panther yellow gold 18K brooch. This Cartier Panther brooch is crafted in 18K yellow gold, featuring an emerald eye that adds a touch of vivid elegance. The piece is signed ...
Category

Late 20th Century French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K White Gold Santos 100 Unisex White Gold Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
You will fall in love with this beautiful Cartier Santos watch the moment you see it. It has everything going for it: diamond bezel, perfect 33mm width of the case, purple leather b...
Category

20th Century French Modern Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 3 Bands Trinity Ring Tri Color Gold 52 US 5.75
By Cartier
Located in Kobe, Hyogo
Item: Authentic Cartier 3 Bands Trinity Ring Stones: --- Metal: 18K Yellow / Rose / White Gold Ring Size: 52 US SIZE 5.75 UK SIZE L Internal Diameter: 16.35 mm Measurement: 3.4 mm wi...
Category

1990s French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Manual Wind Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Cartier Tank Vermeil Watch: Timeless Elegance. Embrace refined luxury with the Cartier Tank Vermeil Watch. This iconic timepiece from the 1970s boasts a bordeaux dia...
Category

1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Vermeil

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 mounted in an elegant, solid 18k yellow ...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Paris Classic Yellow Gold Ladies Mechanical Tank Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Cartier Paris Ladies Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 20 X 19 M.M 18K Yellow Gold 2 piece case. Mechanical, manual wind movement, Sapphire crown, White dial with Black Roman Nume...
Category

1990s French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Circa 1996 Love Band Ring in 18k White Gold 5 mm
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier Circa 1996 Love Band Ring Style: Band Ref. number: M 68404 Metal: 18k White Gold Size: 54 - 6.5 US Measurements: 5 MM Hallmark: Cartier © 1996 750 M 68404 54 Includes: ...
Category

1990s Cartier Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

CARTIER 18K Yellow Gold LOVE Bracelet 17
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand Cartier Style LOVE Material 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet Size 17 Bracelet Width 6.1 mm Circumference 6.25'' Bracelet Weight 19.8 gr Mint Condition, Like New Comes with Cartier B...
Category

1960s Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Trinity Tri-Color Gold Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k Tri-Color Gold Vintage Cufflinks by Cartier. Details: Measurements: 18mm x 18mm x 24mm Weight: 13.9 grams Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750 953XXX(serial number omitted) *Free Shi...
Category

1990s French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Cartier Panthère Vendôme 18 Carat Yellow Gold & Steel Round Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Get ready to fall in love with this spectacular wrist watch from the iconic Cartier Panthère Collection, expertly crafted from 18 carat yellow gold and stainless steel. The wonderfu...
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold

Cartier Sixties Rose Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, by Cartier. This charming sixties rose brooch in eighteen-karat yellow gold has a pleasing style. A brilliant white diamond sits at the center of the petals. Beauti...
Category

1960s Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Ronde Large Steel and 18k Gold Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1997 Cartier Santos Ronde Reference 1910, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Water Resistant case with 18k Yellow Gold Bezel, Sapphire Crown, automatic, self winding movement, Whi...
Category

1990s French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Cartier Trilium Model Diamond Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Napoli, Italy
Yellow and white gold Cartier ring, with three white gold bundles on the top and embellished with brilliant-cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.30 ct VS clarity, E/F Color. France...
Category

1980s French Modern Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Trinity Solitaire by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Napoli, Italy
Authentic Cartier solitaire, classic with three golds. The sparkling brilliant cut diamond weighs approximately 0,22 ct, SI clarity, E/F color. The production date is engraved inside...
Category

1990s French Modern Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos 29mm Quartz Ladies 18k Gold Steel Gray Dial Watch 59476
By Cartier
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Cartier Santos 29mm GREAT CONDITION! Light Scratches Condition: Pre-owned Reference Number: 59476 Material: 18k Yellow Gold/Stainless Steel With Papers: No With Original Boxpackagin...
Category

1990s Swiss Modern Cartier Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Cartier Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Brand: Cartier Certificate: Original papers and box Center Stone: 10 diamonds Cut: Round brilliant Weight: 0.60 carats approximately Color: D-E Clarity: VVS Metal: 18k yellow gold C...
Category

1990s Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ladies Panthere 22mm Ref 1280 Diamond Bezel 18K Yellow Gold Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1280 / 1280 2 Model: Ladies Panthere de Cartier Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Original Factory Diamond Bezel Face:...
Category

1990s Cartier Jewelry

Cartier 3 Carat Diamond Trinity Rolling Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Napoli, Italy
This Cartier Trinity rolling ring features three intertwined 18k yellow gold bands set all the way around with approximately 3 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds, VVS clarity, E/...
Category

1990s French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Two-Tone Gold Chain Necklace Barleycorn Link Shorter
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare vintage Cartier 18k gold chain necklace with the barleycorn link. The gold is two-tone, yet the hues are just slightly different and not contrast. This piece can be paired wit...
Category

1990s French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Tank Must de Watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier quartz movement cabochon sapphire animal skin strap sterling silver and 18k vermeil vintage circa 1990s 21 grams Experience the allure of classic luxury with the Vint...
Category

1990s Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Vintage Cartier Bypass Design Ridged Brooch Set in Polished 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This vintage Cartier brooch features a unique bypass style design, crafted from luxurious 14 karat yellow gold. The ridged texture adds depth and dimension to the piece, giving it a ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold and Diamonds Cartier Bergamo Model Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Napoli, Italy
Gorgeus hoop earrings in 18 kt yellow gold and diamonds signed by the Maison Cartier, Bergamo model. The design of the earring recalls the groumette sweater typical of the 70s. COND...
Category

1970s French Modern Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ellipse Diamond Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Napoli, Italy
Contemporary and nice Band Ring from Timeless Ellipse Collection. This Cartier ring is fully made in 18 k yellow gold. It features 1 Briolette cut Light Fancy Yellow Diamond whose w...
Category

1990s French Modern Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier 18k Two-Tone Gold Chain Necklace Barleycorn Link
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare vintage Cartier 18k gold chain necklace with the barleycorn link. The gold is two-tone, yet the hues are just slightly different and not contrast. The chain is long enough (30...
Category

1990s French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Rare Vintage Cartier Red Ruby Ellipse Oval Cut 18k Gold Bypass Split Ring 48 4.5
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Oval Cut Red Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Split Bypass Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring set with 2 fine deep red oval cut rubies. Fine jewellery houses like Cartier only use ...
Category

1990s French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Bird Brooch in 18kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Braintree, GB
Cartier Goose Bird Brooch in 18kt Yellow Gold with Emerald Eye. This charming Cartier goose bird brooch, made in 1957, is a delightful addition to any collection. Fashioned in 18kt...
Category

1950s French Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage & Rare Cartier Lighter Black Enamel “Panthere“ Spots Palladium Finish
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Le Must de Cartier Vintage & Rare Cartier Lighter Black Enamel “Panthere“ Spots Palladium Finish You do not get this anymore, very rare Cartier Lighte...
Category

Late 20th Century French Artist Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Palladium, Enamel

Cartier Flower Diamond and Pearl Brooch in 18kt Gold
By Cartier
Located in Braintree, GB
Cartier Rose Brooch in 18kt Yellow Gold accented with Diamond and Pearl. This exquisite vintage Cartier brooch, crafted in the 1940s, showcases the brand's exceptional artistry and...
Category

1940s French Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond and Multi-Gem Caresse d'Orchidées Ring
By Cartier
Located in Napoli, Italy
A stunning dress ring from Cartier's Caresse d'Orchidées collection. The ring features pavé of approximately 1.20 ct in total of sparkling diamonds and reverse-set amethysts, pink to...
Category

1990s French Modern Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Cartier Deep Red Ruby Ellipse 18k Yellow Gold Oval Cut Solitaire Ring 5
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Deep Red Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Band Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring set with a vivid pink red ruby. Fine jewellery houses like Cartier only use the finest o...
Category

1990s French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

An 18 Carat Gold and Diamond Cartier Chain
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow and white gold tab link chain every five yellow links are alternated with a white gold link set with a small brilliant cut diamond, signed: Cartier 118281, France....
Category

1990s French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Cartier Square Princess Cut 0.25ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Natural Square Princess Cut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Band Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring set with a fine 0.25ct natural square princess cut diamond. Approx...
Category

1990s French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Geometric Two Tone Gold Chain Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
Embrace timeless elegance with the Cartier Vintage Geometric Two Tone Gold Chain Bracelet, a masterpiece of jewelry design that melds classic sophistication with modern geometric fla...
Category

1990s Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier 1960 Organic Brooch In Textured 18Kt Yellow Gold With One Diamond
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A textured brooch designed by Cartier. Very beautiful brooch, created in New York city by George Schuler for the jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 1950-1960. This modernist fold...
Category

1960s American Modernist Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter Gold Plated with Orange Laquer
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage Orange Gold Plated Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter This gold-plated Tortoiseshell lacquered Cartier Les must lighter is indeed eye candy. Fully functional, sparks excellent...
Category

1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Gold Plate

Cartier Georges L'Enfant Gold Half Ball Clip Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Have a ball. These Cartier Georges L'Enfant modernist handmade half ball gold clip earrings will give you enjoyment 24/7. With a highly polished finish, they are comfortable to wea...
Category

1970s Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

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 reference 2960 with a white roman numeral dial f...
Category

Late 20th Century French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Steel

Cartier Diamonds Trinity Ring 150th Anniversary Limited Edition 54
By Cartier
Located in Kobe, Hyogo
Item: Authentic Cartier Trinity Ring ( 150th Anniversary Limited Edition ) Stones: 3 diamonds Metal: 18K Yellow / Rose / White Gold Ring Size: 54 US SIZE 6.75 UK SIZE N Internal Diam...
Category

1990s French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Paris Elephant Brooch 18Kt Gold With 5.24 Ctw Diamonds Emeralds & Rubies
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Mughal elephant brooch designed by Cartier. Fabulous and very rare elephant brooch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier. This gorgeous piece has been made in a v...
Category

Late 20th Century French Modernist Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Trinity Bracelet Diamond 18k Gold Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Cartier Trinity bracelet made of 18k gold and round full cut diamonds. The piece consists of three interlocked bangle bracelets. The diamonds are four-prong set and run throughout ...
Category

1980s French Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Cartier Tank Vermeil Watch: Timeless Elegance. Embrace refined luxury with the Cartier Tank Vermeil Watch. This iconic timepiece from the 1970s boasts a black dial, ...
Category

1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Vermeil

Vintage Cartier Panthère de Cartier Ring Tsavorite Onyx
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A big cat's spirit captured in an emblematic creation by Cartier, this Panthère de Cartier is made of 18k gold, encrusted with black lacquer, featuring tsavorite garnet eyes and a no...
Category

1990s Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Tsavorite, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Cartier 21 Must de Cartier 9011 Gold Plated Steel Leather 31mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier Model: Cartier 21 Must de Cartier Reference Number: 9011 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Leather Measurements : 31mm (without...
Category

1990s Swiss Cartier Jewelry

Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Bezel & Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Brand: Cartier Model: Mini Baignoire Reference Number: WB5095EA 2369 Movement: Quartz Case Material: 18K White Gold Bezel Material: 18K White Gold adorned with Diamonds Dial: W...
Category

1990s Swiss Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Rare Vintage Orange Citrine 18k Yellow Gold Tank Band Solo Ring 50
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Yellow Orange Citrine 18k Yellow Gold Tank Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring with an 8mm tension set vivid yellow orange citrine. Fine jewellery houses like Cartier on...
Category

20th Century French Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold Size 16
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand Cartier Material 18K Yellow Gold Type Love Bracelet Bracelet Size 16 Bracelet width 6.1 mm Bracelet Weight 29gr Mint Condition, like new Comes with Screwdriver Included Box...
Category

1960s Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier, France Estate Gold Paper Clip Link Chain
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A 1970s gold chain of paper clip links with clasp of like design, in 18k. Cartier, Paris. #46309. May be doubled and could easily suspend charms/pendants, or a brooch may be attache...
Category

1970s French Modern Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

CARTIER 1970s Vintage 18k YG, Platinum & Diamond Logo Bangle Bracelet Rare
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 1970s Vintage 18k Yellow Gold, Platinum, & Diamond Bangle Bracelet Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer bangle bracelet. Truly a gre...
Category

1970s American Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

CARTIER Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco, platinum, sapphire and diamond bracelet. Cartier. Set with three sugarloaf cabochon sapphires totaling approximately 45 carats, five old European cut diamonds totaling...
Category

1920s American Art Deco Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Must De Cartier Tank Vermeil Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is an excellent vintage Must de Cartier manual wind vermeil tank watch. This watch is solid sterling silver with gold overlay. The dial is blue in color and has the Cartier logo...
Category

1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Vermeil

Vintage 1990s Cartier Double C Penelope 3 Row Bracelet with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds on the Double C Logo clasp. Signed by Cartier, from their Penelope collection Circa, 1990s Size 7 inches
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1990s Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Spartacus Double-C Chain Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Cartier Gender: Unisex Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 6.75 Inches Pendant measurements: 12.55mm x 20.85mm Chain width: 4.00 mm Weight: 8.37 Grams 18K yellow gold v...
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Cartier Frederic de Vernon 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Cartier Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold Thickness: 2.00 mm Diameter: 22.80 mm Weight: 10.25 grams 18K yellow gold religious, Edwardian (1901-1920) medallion pendant. The meta...
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Must de Vendome Leather Watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Black dial Quartz Movement accent cabochon sapphire Sterling silver and 18k vermeil Original burgundy Cartier strap size is adjustable 27.4 grams Circa 1990s Elevate yo...
Category

1990s Cartier Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Vermeil Plaque Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Must de Cartier Tank Vermeil Plaque Quartz Watch - Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold plated sterling silver (22mm x 28mm). Tuxedo two tone Roman numeral dial. Black strap with Gold pl...
Category

20th Century Swiss Cartier Jewelry

Cartier jewelry & watches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of Cartier jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Cartier jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Cartier diamond jewelry & watches, from our inventory of 1,850, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 4,559 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. 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 jewelry & watches by Mauboussin, Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., and Chaumet. Prices for Cartier jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $65 and tops out at $2,500,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $7,519.
Questions About Cartier Jewelry
  • 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
    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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    One of the reasons Cartier is so expensive is because, since its inception in 1847, the brand has had a massive celebrity fan base that spans royals, movie stars, singers and socialites. The brand also uses the highest quality metals and gems in their pieces, rendering them expensive to produce. Lastly, most Cartier pieces are easy to identify, making brand recognition a key factor in the brand's exclusivity.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cartier Vermeil means a timepiece made by the French luxury jewelry house of Cartier out of a material called vermeil. It is a precious metal produced by combining genuine gold and silver. Shop a variety of Cartier Vermeil watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The meaning of Cartier Vendôme varies. Most often, the term describes a line of watches made by the French luxury jewelry house. However, the company has also produced sunglasses and wedding jewelry with the style name Cartier Vendôme. Shop a variety of Cartier Vendôme watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cartier is famous for producing jewelry and watches out of rare and luxury-grade materials and creating innovative designs, often packed with symbolism. Some of the jeweler's most famous pieces include the modern Love and Trinity bracelets and its custom-made antique and vintage jewelry like the Crocodile and Patiala necklaces. Find a range of Cartier jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The Cartier logo is a pair of interlocking Cs. However, many people associate the panther with the French luxury jewelry maker more than its actual logo. Louis Cartier incorporated the feline figure into its design lexicon. In 1914, Cartier hired illustrator George Barbier to design advertisements for the jewelry house. Barbier drafted a drawing that featured a glamorous woman with an elegant panther at her feet, and Cartier loved it. He had an additional connection to the panther in the form of his alleged romantic interest, fellow Cartier designer Jeanne Toussaint, who adored the animal so much that she decorated her apartment with furs and donned a coat of panther fur. Cartier gave her the long-lasting nickname Panthère. Since then, Cartier has offered watches, bracelets, necklaces, brooches and earrings inspired by the panther. Find a diverse assortment of Cartier jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    There are at least a few things that make Cartier so special. Cartier is one of the most well-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world. The French luxury brand has helped to define style trends. Cartier made one of the first modern wristwatches for men� the Santos de Cartier� and its panth�re motif and Love bracelet are internationally renowned. Every piece produced by Cartier is also carefully crafted out of high-quality materials. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Cartier pieces.
  • 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 ExpertMay 1, 2024
    Yes, some Cartier watches are automatic but the legendary French luxury house also creates collections that include watches with quartz movements. Cartier’s iconic Tank collection, which includes the Tank Française, the Tank Louis Cartier and other models, features both quartz and automatic options for all kinds of collectors. Each of the watches in the Panthère collection, however, carries a quartz movement.

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

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

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

    Find vintage Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The original Cartier Tank watch, which was emblematic of a stark departure from the renowned jewelry house’s curved and round watch faces in that its case resembled the FT-17’s cockpit, served as a sleek update to the Santos watch. Crafted in 1917, one year before the Great War came to a close, Cartier’s Tank watch reportedly borrowed its clean, sharp lines and boxy silhouette from France’s legendary Renault FT-17 light tank, itself a compact and extraordinary design that inspired numerous copies. When the Tank watch went to market, Cartier offered a limited run in Paris. After those quickly sold, it was given a name, the Tank Normale. The timepiece took off in popularity, but only slightly more than 30 were made in 1920 and annual production has been slow over the years since then. Find Cartier Tank watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    On Cartier jewelry, a 750 stamp means that a piece is 75% gold metal. You will find the stamp on the 18-karat gold pieces made by Cartier, such as the Love bracelet. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Cartier jewelry from some of the worlds top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    To authenticate a Cartier lighter, locate the serial number. Then, contact Cartier’s customer service team to assess whether it is a genuine serial number and whether the product type and style match your piece. Check the official Cartier website for current contact information. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Cartier lighters.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    Whether a Cartier watch is bigger than a Rolex watch depends on the particular timepiece. Cartier offers watches in sizes ranging from 28 millimeters for women to 44 millimeters for men. Rolex's smallest women's watch is bigger than Cartier's at 31 millimeters, but the watchmaker's largest men's watch is only 43 millimeters. Find a variety of Rolex and Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Cartier glasses are called by a variety of nicknames. These include 'Ye's, Sticks, Carties and Cardisa. Many people refer to Cartier sunglasses and eyeglasses fashioned out of buffalo horn as Buffs. Explore a wide variety of Cartier glasses from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Which Cartier watch is the most iconic is open to debate. One of the French luxury brand's most influential watches is the Cartier Tank, which debuted in 1917. A women's watch, the Cartier Panthere is another of the brand's legendary designs. It was introduced in 1914, and its original design drew inspiration from a painting of a panther by artist George Barbier. Shop a large collection of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    What a Cartier bracelet symbolizes varies from piece to piece. With its screw motif, the Love bracelet represents the enduring nature of true love, while the three types of gold featured in the Trinity bracelet stand for love, fidelity and friendship. Translating to "just a nail" in English, the Juste un Clou bracelet is sometimes associated with simplicity and modernity. Find a large collection of Cartier bracelets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    There are a couple of reasons why Cartier glasses are so special. First, the French luxury brand produces each pair with careful attention to detail and precise crafting techniques that make the eyewear stylish and durable. Cartier also uses fine-quality materials like buffalo horn, titanium, gold, leather, onyx and bubinga wood. Additionally, many Detroit rappers like Royce da 5'9", Tee Grizzley and Big Sean have sported Cartier sunglasses over the years, making the brand's eyewear synonymous with hip-hop culture. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier glasses.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, Cartier is a luxury brand. 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. Cartier uses only fine materials and carefully crafts pieces to ensure quality. The jewelry, watches, eyewear, bags and other accessories produced by Cartier are also sold at aspirational price points that meet the definition of luxury. Find a wide variety of Cartier pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Yes, Cartier diamonds are real. The French luxury jewelry maker follows stringent standards when selecting the diamonds that go into its pieces. For example, the central brilliant cut diamonds in Cartier rings that are over 0.3 carats in weight must be classified as Very Good or Excellent to be used by the brand, and Cartier rarely chooses diamonds with clarity ratings below VS2 or color ratings below H. Shop a selection of Cartier diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    The Cartier Tank is so popular for several reasons. Many people like its unique shape, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I. Others appreciate its long history since it was released in 1918. Over the years, some models have featured details that further appeal to collectors. For example, the Tank Divan is notable for its striking rectangular case that is situated horizontally. The Roman numerals on its watch face are elongated, stretching to fit its unusual proportions. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Cartier Tank watches.

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