Cartier Hoop Earrings
Vintage Cartier earrings have forever been a favorite of celebrities and royalty alike. Apart from its statement pieces, the house’s offerings include understated accessories, such as diamond-studded hoops, delicate danglers and classic stud earrings that feature diamonds, pearls and brilliant colored gems. Cartier’s signature designs have transcended time and trends, appearing everywhere from red carpets to royal courts.
Ordained “the jeweler of kings and the king of jewelers” by King Edward VII of England, Cartier is the brand behind some of the world’s most iconic, luxurious and regal designs. It was founded in 1847 by master jeweler Louis-François Cartier and expanded considerably under Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874. While Alfred’s three sons Louis, Pierre and Jacques later grew the business on an international level, Cartier’s associations with royalty can be traced back to its early days.
Commissions from Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, for earrings and other accessories began in the late 1850s, and relationships between Cartier and Czar Nicholas II of Russia, King Edward VII and others took shape in the decades that followed.
For more than 100 years, Cartier jewelry has been a favorite of the British Royal Family. Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, inherited Cartier chandelier earrings as well as a pair of Cartier-designed pear-drop diamond earrings, which feature two pear-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 20 carats each, from Margaret Greville during the early 1940s. They would in turn be inherited by Queen Elizabeth II in 2002. (Diana, Princess of Wales, borrowed them in the 1980s from time to time.) Meghan Markle favors her Galanterie de Cartier studs.
Cartier earrings are defined by the bold design sensibility and attention to detail for which the fine jewelry house is known. Earrings that have origins in its revered collections, such as the Love collection’s modernist Love earrings, Trinity earrings, the Panthère earrings and others, are everyday classics for women who want jewelry that is elegant and tells a story. Angelina Jolie has been spotted in the audacious Juste un Clou earrings, which were designed during the 1970s and inspired by carpenter nails, while filmmaker Sofia Coppola has touted her affection for Cartier’s Paris Nouvelle Vague collection and the brand’s Art Deco diamond earrings. (The luxury house helped define the Art Deco era — the look that Cartier was favoring in post–World War I Paris, London and New York was a radical departure from the Belle Epoque garland style it had once popularized.)
New and vintage Cartier earrings are an important part of its grand heritage — find your next pair on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Cartier
Cartier Logo Modernist Rose Gold Post Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Subtly engraved with the iconic Cartier logo, these vintage Cartier rose 18 karat rose gold post back hoops are as collectible as they are wearable. Signed Cartier with serial numbe...
Category
Early 2000s French Modernist Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Rose Gold
Pair of Vintage Cartier Paris Two-Color Gold Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A great pair of Cartier hoop earrings with a textured finish on the yellow gold followed by 18k gold ribbons that curl around the satin body. The earrings measure 1.22" in diameter.
Category
1990s French Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier 0.17 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer:
CARTIER
Title:
Cartier 0.17 Carat Round Brilliant F VS1 Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
Style:
Hoop
Metal:
18 Karat Yellow Gold
Gemstone 1:
0.17 Carat Diamond
Nu...
Category
20th Century Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Hoop Earrings Diamond 18k Gold Triangular Pattern
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A spectacular pair of Cartier hoop earrings with diamonds, crafted of 18k gold.
The earrings feature a quilted pattern with diamond accents nestled within each triangular shaped sect...
Category
Early 2000s French Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Medium Size Trinity Hoop Tri-Color Gold Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k Tri-Color (Yellow, White, Rose) Gold Medium Size Trinity Hoop Earrings by Cartier.
These earrings are for non pierced ears, but they can be converted by adding posts.
Details:
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Category
20th Century French Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold
Cartier Diamond and Emerald Earrings and Ring Set
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Diamond and Emerald Ring and Earrings. This set has a ring with 35 round diamonds weighing approximately 1.05 carat and 9 cabo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Artist Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Cartier vintage ruby, sapphire, emerald and diamond earrings, circa 1978.
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Ruby, sapphire, emerald and diamond earrings by Cartier London. A pair of yellow gold earrings, set with twenty baguette cut natural unenhanced rubies in open back channel settings w...
Category
1970s English Vintage Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Cartier Large Trinity Hoop Tri-Color Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k Tri-Color (Yellow, White, Rose) Gold Large Trinity Hoop Earrings by Cartier.
These earrings are for pierced ears.
Details:
Measurements: 30mm x 31mm
Weight: 15.4 grams
Stamped ...
Category
1990s French Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Walking Panthere Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Vintage “Panthère de Cartier” walking panther diamond hoop earrings.
Indulge in the timeless allure of these exquisite Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Walking Panthère Diamond Hoop ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K White Gold Clash Diamond and Black Onyx Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Explore geometric lines and inflated volumes with these playful, sensorial earrings from Cartier Clash collection. Clash de Cartier takes on a new form. It exudes a contemporary spa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Gold Elephant Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of Two-Color Gold and Emerald Elephant Hoop Earclips by Cartier. Made in France, circa 1980. 18 kt, the brushed white gold hoops topped with six marching elephants, the inner ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Signature C De Cartier Large Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Signature C De Cartier Large Hoop Earrings by Cartier.
These earrings are in mint condition and they are made for non-pier...
Category
1990s French Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier "Trinity" Inside Out Diamond Ear-clips French
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Trinity Inside Out Diamond Ear-clips In 18k White Gold. This pair of hoops feature three
interlocking bands design set with round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1990s Cartier Huggie Earrings with Sapphires and Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Cabochon Sapphires and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds.
Signed by Cartier
Circa 1993
1/4 width x 3/4 inch diameter
Category
1990s Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Panthere Maillon 18k White Gold Panthere Maillon Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Panthere Maillon 18K White Gold Panthere Maillon Diamond Hoop Earrings.
Circa 1996.
The Cartier Panthere Maillon 18K White Gold Panthere Maillon Diamond Hoop Earrings are a...
Category
20th Century French Modern Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Walking Panthere Hoop Earrings with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds.
Signed by Cartier, from their walking Panthere collection.
Category
Late 20th Century Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Clash De Cartier Hoop Rose Gold Earrings Small Model
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1885
Brand Cartier
Model B8301416
Date Circa 2020
Retail Price £ 8,100 incl. VAT/ € 9 150 incl. VAT/ $8,450
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Metal 18K Rose Gold
Serial No. L...
Category
2010s French Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier White gold and Yellow Gold and Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A pair of 18 carat white and yellow gold earrings, garland like hoops, twisted white gold set with 430 brilliant cut diamonds (in total app. 2.5 carat G-H, Si). Signed and numbered: ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Walking Panthere Diamond Hoop Clip on Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Walking Panthere Earrings, a true icon in the world of luxury jewelry.
Crafted in 18k yellow gold, these earrings are desig...
Category
20th Century French Modern Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18k Tri-Color Gold Cartier Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A pair of 18-carat three-tone gold, trinity earrings, signed and signed: Cartier, 306279, master mark for Gay Frères, circa 1980.
weight: 15.53 g
dimensions: 3.1 x 3 cm
Category
1980s French Vintage Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold
CARTIER Trinity De Cartier Hoop Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
These stunning Cartier earrings from the classic Trinity de Cartier collection feature a hoop lever-back design with three interlocking bands crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with ...
Category
Early 2000s Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Double C Earrings with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Darnestown, MD
Cartier Double C earrings with alternating ribs of yellow and white gold. Each C is embellished with pave diamonds.
Backs are posts and clips...
Category
Late 20th Century French Contemporary Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Hoop Drop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent set of Cartier hoop earrings crafted in 18k yellow gold. The earrings measure .50" wide by 1.18" in length and are hallmarked Cartier, 1992.
Length: 1.18"
Width: .50"
Category
1990s Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Chain Link Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
The style is classic, a flattened, solid, graduated chain in hoop form. Perfect for dress or casual wear, this is a style is timeless. They measure 1" long and just over 3/8" at the ...
Category
1990s Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Double Heart Shaped Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Double Heart Shaped Hoop Earrings by Cartier.
These earrings are for not pierced ears, but they can be converted by adding ...
Category
1990s French Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond Yellow Gold Torqued Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Diamond Torqued Hoop Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold.
A vintage pair of "inside out" hoop earrings by Cartier, with a row of round brilliant diamonds on the front as well as the...
Category
1980s French Vintage Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Paris 18Kt Gold Etruscan Earrings Hoops with 2.88 Cts in VVS Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Hoop earrings designed by Cartier.
Gorgeous modern pair created in Paris France by the house of Cartier. They was crafted with geometric Etruscan motifs in solid yellow gold of 18 k...
Category
Early 2000s French Modernist Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier London Platinum Hoop Earrings, circa 1960
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage pair of Cartier London platinum hoop earrings, circa 1960
This beautiful and elegant pair of earrings are designed as four slim gently rounded twisted rows of polished pla...
Category
1960s British Retro Vintage Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Platinum
Cartier Medium Size Trinity Hoop Tri-Color Gold Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k Tri-Color (Yellow, White, Rose) Gold Medium Size Trinity Hoop Earrings by Cartier.
Cartier’s iconic Trinity Hoop Earrings exude timeless elegance.
Expertly crafted in 18k rose,...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold
Cartier 18K Two Tone Honeymoon Huggie Clip Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
These elegant **Cartier 18K Two Tone Honeymoon Huggie Earrings** are a timeless addition to any jewelry collection. Crafted from a blend of 18K yellow and white gold, they showcase t...
Category
20th Century French Modern Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
Yellow Gold and Diamonds Cartier Bergamo Model Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Napoli, NA
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 Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Earrings, French, circa 1980
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier yellow gold earrings. A matching pair, each composed of a polished undulating hoop, fitted to reverse with a secure hinge clip and...
Category
1980s French Vintage Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthere 18k Tri-Color Gold Clip On Huggie Earrings with Service Paper
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This authentic necklace is by Cartier from the TRINITY collection, the sturdy strand rolo link chain is crafted from solid 18k yellow gold with the three mini rolling rings, crafted ...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Vintage 18kt Gold and Stainless Steel Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
Embrace timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage steel and gold Hoop Earrings from Cartier. Crafted with precision and attention to detail, these stunning Cartier earrings and b...
Category
Late 20th Century French Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Paris Tiger Stripe Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Created by Cartier Paris in the early 21st century, these hoop earrings are composed of black enamel and 18K gold. Each 18K gold hoop earclip is designed with irregular black enamel tiger stripes, and angled to sit snugly by the ear and face. Casual and chic, these unusual and understated Cartier hoop earrings complement a sleek look for day or night.
Product Details:
Item #: ER-20579
Artist: Cartier, Paris
Country: France
Circa: Early 21st century
Size: 1.375” diameter
Materials: Black enamel; 18K gold; (with original Cartier pouch)
Signed: 750 Cartier 640797 French assay marks
Macklowe Gallery Curator's Notes:
More than any other jeweler, Cartier has owned the aesthetic of Big Cat jewelry since the early 20th century, from the subtle panther skin jewels of Charles Jacqueau to the outsize sculptural creations realized under the direction of Jeanne Toussaint...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
CARTIER Heart Earring Yellow Gold 18 Carats White Beads
By Cartier
Located in Vannes, FR
Rare CARTIER Heart Earring Yellow Gold 18 Carats White Beads
This rare pair of earrings from Maison Cartier features two hearts in 18-carat yellow gold, each surrounding an elegant ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hoop Earrings by Cartier Love Collection with Diamond 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Lucerne, CH
A timeless masterpiece from famous Cartier House, these exquisite hoop earrings are part of the iconic Love Collection. Crafted in solid 18 Karat yellow gold, they feature six round ...
Category
1990s French Modern Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Gold Hoop Two-Tone Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous pair of Cartier hoop earrings featuring a unique textured finish on the yellow gold followed by smooth 18k white gold ribbons for the perfect contrast.
The earrings measu...
Category
1990s French Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Cartier 18k gold "Walking elephant" hoop earrings
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These vintage Cartier earrings from the 1980s are crafted in 18k yellow and white gold and set with six round brilliant cut emeralds. Bold in form yet refined in detail, they embody ...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love 18k Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings Large Model
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301543
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2013
RRP £4,200 Incl. VAT / €4,750 Incl. VAT / $4,350 Excl. Taxes
Model B8028200
Serial Number WJ****
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Weight ...
Category
2010s French Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Cartier Tri-Color Triangle 18k Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Cartier Tri-Color Triangle 18k Gold Earrings
Cartier signed earrings with three colors of gold, white rose and yellow.
Iconic but simple earrings tha...
Category
1970s French Vintage Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Hoop Diamond Earrings
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stylish pair of hooped earrings from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. These earrings are crafted from 18ct gold, featuring a sleek, triple-bar des...
Category
Late 20th Century Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Gold Hoop Two-Tone Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous pair of Cartier hoop earrings featuring a unique textured finish on the yellow gold followed by smooth 18k white gold ribbons for the perfect contrast.
The earrings measu...
Category
1990s French Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Gas Pipe Style 18 Karat Gold Tri-Color Clip Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Rare, Beautiful Solid 18k Tri-Color Gold (Rose, Yellow, White) Clip Earrings
Including Certificate of Authenticity #CR5129
Hallmarked with Cartier
3/4" x 3/8"
Total Mass = 27.2 g
Category
Late 20th Century French Cartier Hoop Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier hoop earrings for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Cartier hoop earrings 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 hoop earrings, from our inventory of 13, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 43 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 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider hoop earrings by Christian Dior, and Mauboussin. Prices for Cartier hoop earrings can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,038 and tops out at $95,500, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $11,500.
Questions About Cartier Hoop Earrings
- Why Cartier is so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021One of the reasons Cartier is so expensive is because, since its inception in 1847, the brand has had a massive celebrity fan base that spans royals, movie stars, singers and socialites. The brand also uses the highest quality metals and gems in their pieces, rendering them expensive to produce. Lastly, most Cartier pieces are easy to identify, making brand recognition a key factor in the brand's exclusivity.
- Why is Cartier so popular?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024There are a few reasons why Cartier is so popular. For one thing, the French luxury house is known for its very long history of unparalleled prestige and quality craftsmanship. Cartier has been producing extraordinary jewelry, watches and accessories since 1847. While jewelry lovers have long been enthusiastic about Cartier’s elegant and streamlined designs for bracelets, rings, necklaces and other pieces, the brand is also known for innovation. It pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry, and its artisans were so mindful of trends in fashion that the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Later, Cartier’s Art Deco-era pieces would help define the movement with which they are associated. One of the brand’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch, one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. Today’s influencers continue to help popularize the brand, increasing the demand for certain pieces like Cartier buffalo horn sunglasses and the Cartier Love bracelet, an icon of modernist jewelry. Find a wide range of Cartier watches, jewelry and eyewear on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier Vermeil?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cartier Vermeil means a timepiece made by the French luxury jewelry house of Cartier out of a material called vermeil. It is a precious metal produced by combining genuine gold and silver. Shop a variety of Cartier Vermeil watches on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier Vendôme?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The meaning of Cartier Vendôme varies. Most often, the term describes a line of watches made by the French luxury jewelry house. However, the company has also produced sunglasses and wedding jewelry with the style name Cartier Vendôme. Shop a variety of Cartier Vendôme watches on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier famous for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cartier is famous for producing jewelry and watches out of rare and luxury-grade materials and creating innovative designs, often packed with symbolism. Some of the jeweler's most famous pieces include the modern Love and Trinity bracelets and its custom-made antique and vintage jewelry like the Crocodile and Patiala necklaces. Find a range of Cartier jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
- What is the Cartier logo?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The Cartier logo is a pair of interlocking Cs. However, many people associate the panther with the French luxury jewelry maker more than its actual logo. Louis Cartier incorporated the feline figure into its design lexicon. In 1914, Cartier hired illustrator George Barbier to design advertisements for the jewelry house. Barbier drafted a drawing that featured a glamorous woman with an elegant panther at her feet, and Cartier loved it. He had an additional connection to the panther in the form of his alleged romantic interest, fellow Cartier designer Jeanne Toussaint, who adored the animal so much that she decorated her apartment with furs and donned a coat of panther fur. Cartier gave her the long-lasting nickname Panthère. Since then, Cartier has offered watches, bracelets, necklaces, brooches and earrings inspired by the panther. Find a diverse assortment of Cartier jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is the Cartier symbol?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Today, the Cartier symbol, or logo, is the luxury house's name written in a clean serif font that mimics cursive handwriting. Typically, the logo is either black on white or white on a black background. Its refined and understated appearance references the high standards that have long been associated with this celebrated brand.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025Cartier is special for at least a few reasons. The French luxury brand is one of the most well-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world.
Cartier has helped create style trends over the course of its long history, including playing a prominent role in defining Art Deco jewelry. The brand designed one of the first modern wristwatches for men — the Santos de Cartier — and its Panthère motif and Love bracelet are universally renowned among lovers of fine jewelry.
Additionally, it should come as no surprise that Cartier engagement rings are among the most desirable on the jewelry market for those hoping to be betrothed. The house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds.
Find Cartier jewelry for sale on 1stDibs. - Is Cartier the same as Rolex?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024No, Cartier is not the same as Rolex. Louis-François Cartier founded Cartier in Paris in 1847. Some of its most iconic watches include the Tank, the Santos, the Ballon Bleu, the Calibre de Cartier and the Drive de Cartier. Hans Wilsdorf established Rolex in London in 1905. Today, the maker is well-known for its sophisticated watches, including the Submariner, the Daytona, the DateJust, the Oyster Perpetual and the GMT-Master II. Find a selection of Cartier and Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Cartier watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 1, 2024Yes, some Cartier watches are automatic but the legendary French luxury house also creates collections that include watches with quartz movements. Cartier’s iconic Tank collection, which includes the Tank Française, the Tank Louis Cartier and other models, features both quartz and automatic options for all kinds of collectors. Each of the watches in the Panthère collection, however, carries a quartz movement.
While quartz watches are powered by a pre-installed battery and a high-frequency quartz crystal, automatic watches rely on a spring system and are self-winding. An automatic watch does not have a battery and is recharged on the wrist owing to the wearer’s movements during the day.
It was Louis Cartier, grandson of Cartier founder Louis-François Cartier, who was responsible for bringing watchmaking to the venerable maison when he presented Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont with a wristwatch in 1904.
Although the pocket watch was the de rigueur men’s accessory of the day, Santos-Dumont found his own pocket watch hard to consult while keeping his plane aloft. Louis fashioned a timepiece with a flat, square case on a leather strap that could be referred to easily at a glance. Named in honor of Louis’s friend, the Santos was eventually produced for sale in 1911.
Find vintage Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs. - Are all Cartier rings gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, not all Cartier rings are gold. Although the luxury jewelry maker produces many white, rose and yellow gold pieces, some rings are platinum. The French jewelry house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier rings.
- Are Cartier diamonds real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, Cartier diamonds are real. The French luxury jewelry maker follows stringent standards when selecting the diamonds that go into its pieces. For example, the central brilliant cut diamonds in Cartier rings that are over 0.3 carats in weight must be classified as Very Good or Excellent to be used by the brand, and Cartier rarely chooses diamonds with clarity ratings below VS2 or color ratings below H. Shop a selection of Cartier diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- How do I wear Cartier earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to wear Cartier earrings depends on your personal preferences. Small hoops and studs can balance chunky statement necklaces, while dramatic drops and oversized hoops can become the bold focal point of an outfit. Shop a variety of Cartier earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether a Cartier watch is bigger than a Rolex watch depends on the particular timepiece. Cartier offers watches in sizes ranging from 28 millimeters for women to 44 millimeters for men. Rolex's smallest women's watch is bigger than Cartier's at 31 millimeters, but the watchmaker's largest men's watch is only 43 millimeters. Find a variety of Rolex and Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023To authenticate a Cartier lighter, locate the serial number. Then, contact Cartier’s customer service team to assess whether it is a genuine serial number and whether the product type and style match your piece. Check the official Cartier website for current contact information. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Cartier lighters.
- Does Cartier make earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Cartier does make earrings as well as a slew of other exquisite and high-end pieces of jewelry. Established in 1847 in Paris, France, this luxury goods brand is known throughout the world for its jewelry and watches. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Cartier pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023While the Panthère de Cartier watch collection was initially launched in 1983, Cartier included panther spots (and only the spots) in diamonds and onyx on at least one women’s watch in 1914 and another in 1915. These creations were conceived by the Cartier designer Charles Jacqueau. The cat’s major breakthrough came in 1949, with a brooch on which Jeanne Toussaint worked hand in glove with designer Peter Lemarchand. The luxury jewelry house now offers dozens of versions of the Panthère de Cartier timepiece, including double- and triple-wrap bracelets, a series of cuffs and a diamond-encrusted panther spot version. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The original Cartier Tank watch, which was emblematic of a stark departure from the renowned jewelry house’s curved and round watch faces in that its case resembled the FT-17’s cockpit, served as a sleek update to the Santos watch. Crafted in 1917, one year before the Great War came to a close, Cartier’s Tank watch reportedly borrowed its clean, sharp lines and boxy silhouette from France’s legendary Renault FT-17 light tank, itself a compact and extraordinary design that inspired numerous copies. When the Tank watch went to market, Cartier offered a limited run in Paris. After those quickly sold, it was given a name, the Tank Normale. The timepiece took off in popularity, but only slightly more than 30 were made in 1920 and annual production has been slow over the years since then. Find Cartier Tank watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Which Cartier watch is the most iconic is open to debate. One of the French luxury brand's most influential watches is the Cartier Tank, which debuted in 1917. A women's watch, the Cartier Panthere is another of the brand's legendary designs. It was introduced in 1914, and its original design drew inspiration from a painting of a panther by artist George Barbier. Shop a large collection of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- Who designed the Cartier Ecrou?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Unnamed designers working for Cartier designed the Cartier Ecrou bracelet. They based the design for the jewelry released in 2017 on that of the Juste un Clou that Aldo Cipullo created for the brand in 1971. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Cartier Ecrou bracelets.