French jeweler Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) opened his namesake maison in 1847, and while the now-renowned luxury jewelry house would soon count Napoléon Bonaparte’s niece Princess Mathilde Bonaparte as a client, Cartier necklaces didn’t enjoy attention on the world stage until years later.
Louis-François’s son Alfred became a partner in the Cartier business in 1872 and took the reins officially in 1874. Later, he brought his sons Louis, Pierre and Jacques into the fold, and the brand became internationally known, with boutique branches opening in London, New York City and, in 1908, a Russian boutique in St. Petersburg. Soon, such famous international icons as Grace Kelly, Wallis Simpson and Marjorie Merriweather Post all donned Cartier jewels around their necks on a regular basis. The latter, an heiress to the Post cereal company, purchased what is referred to as the Art Deco style Post Emerald necklace, which features 24 baroque-cut drops of emerald sourced from Colombia, in the late 1920s.
Perhaps one of Cartier’s most recognizable designs is the Collier Hindou necklace, a sumptuous piece encrusted with emeralds, rubies, sapphires and diamonds commissioned by French-American socialite Daisy Fellowes in 1936. Fellowes’s piece was part of what would become the maison’s famous Tutti Frutti collection, whose origins began in 1901 when Pierre Cartier designed an Indian-inspired necklace for Queen Alexandra of Great Britain to be paired with Indian gowns that she received as gifts. Years later, Jacques Cartier started integrating stone-carving techniques from India’s jewelry-making traditions that he learned when he visited Delhi. The Cartier designs of the 1920s and ’30s that featured Indian-inspired carved gemstones in natural motifs such as fruits, flowers and berries would become part of the so-called Tutti Frutti collection, which officially earned its name in the 1970s.
Another well-known and cherished collection is the Amulette de Cartier, which the house launched in 2014. The padlock-shaped necklace symbolizes protecting one’s innermost wishes. The disk-shaped pendant, which opens and closes like a lock, initially featured a black-onyx or diamond centerpiece, and variations have the focal point surrounded by white mother-of-pearl, malachite and other materials. Models Karlie Kloss and Poppy Delevingne have been photographed in the Amulette de Cartier, and sales have soared since its debut.
On 1stDibs, find a variety of contemporary and vintage Cartier necklaces for sale, including pendant necklaces, chain necklaces and other accessories.
1970's Cartier Diamond Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Square Link
By Cartier
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1970's Cartier diamond necklace. Elegant square shaped links that lay flat against the neck. Has a fantastic look that will pair well with any outfit and suitable as a daily w...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Gold Oval Link Vintage Long Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
All that glitters is gold, and this lustrous Cartier Paris 18 karat yellow gold oval link necklace is pure polished style. Signed Cartier Paris. Serial number 07722. Circa 1975. ...
Gold
$19,200Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier 18K Two Tone Gold Coffee Bean Chain Necklace 16 inches
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cartier coffee bean link necklace in 18K two-tone gold, designed with sculptural links that echo the natural form of coffee beans. Made in ...
18k Gold, White Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1940s CCartier 1940s Chain Link Necklace Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold
By Cartier
Located in Fairfield, CT
Cartier 1940s Chain Link Necklace Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold This vintage Cartier necklace is made from interlocking links of 14k yellow gold, forming a bold yet refined chain ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Double Heart 18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Collar Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The necklace: Designed as collar composed of two rows of interconnecting heart shaped links in highly polished eighteen karat yellow gold. Set with "195" round cut diamonds weighing ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$25,000 / item
Cartier Textured Gold Collar Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier 18K gold necklace, created in the 1980s, is composed of tapering, fluted, overlapping wrapped links alternating with curved, ree...
18k Gold
Cartier Georges L'Enfant French Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as. a collar necklace comprised of tiered woven links Featuring a rolled chevron texture throughout woven gold strands Each link centers a transitional cut diamond prong set...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Cartier Georges L'Enfant French 1970's Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of curb link chain featuring three looped stations Bead set with round brilliant cut diamonds throughout Weighing approximately 2.60 carats total E-F color with VS1 clarity...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Maillon Panthere 5 Row Collar Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Maillon 18K Yellow Gold Estate 5 Row Panthère Necklace, 16 inches, 137 grams. A bold and luxurious Cartier Maillon necklace crafted i...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K Gold Diamond Curb Link Choker Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A bold 1990s Cartier curb link necklace crafted in 18K yellow gold. The design features polished wide links with three diamond-set sections that add brig...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Panthere 1990s Yellow Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
1992 18k yellow gold Panthere necklace by Cartier. Necklace is 16.75" long and 15mm wide. Marked on the clasp: Cartier 1992, 750, E73016. Weight - 92 grams.
Yellow Gold
Cartier Panther Panthere Yellow Gold & Silverium Emerald Pearl Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold & Silverium (800 silver) Panther Panthere Emerald Pearl Bracelet by Cartier. The Panthère de Cartier bracelet showcases the iconic panther in 18k yellow gold and Silv...
Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Agrafe Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cartier diamond link necklace in 18k white gold from the Agrafe collection, accompanied by Cartier certificate of authenticity. This ne...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Vintage 1990s Collar Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous authentic vintage Cartier collar necklace features 4 rows of geometric links crafted in 18k yellow gold. Made in France circa 1990s. Measu...
Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 1970's Fire Opal Bezel Set Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Step back in time with this exquisite vintage Cartier pendant, a true gem from the 1970s. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this pendant features a captivating fire opal, bezel set to perf...
Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$118,400Sale Price / set|20% Off
Cartier Multi-Strand 14K Yellow Gold Link Necklace and Bracelet Jewelry Set
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant vintage gold jewelry set featuring a beautifully coordinated multi-strand necklace and matching bracelet, masterfully crafted in rich 14K yellow gold. This striking ensemb...
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Cartier White Gold and Diamond 'Panthere' Tyrana' Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Round diamonds, 18k white gold (French mark), circa 1996, signed Cartier, numbered Cartier, 1996: Certificate of Authenticity Diamonds: 48 round with total weight of 1.12 carats Colo...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Maillon Panthere Necklace with Alternating Diamond Links
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing 6.10 carats total featured on alternating maillon links. Signed by Cartier, from their Panthere collectio...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Diamond Clover Necklace and Bracelet Suite in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Cartier diamond clover necklace and bracelet suite features delicately crafted clover motifs with dazzling diamonds, seamlessly blending luxury with the timeless beauty of nature...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Maillon Steel & 18k Yellow Gold Link Collar Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Maillon Steel & 18k Yellow Gold Link Collar Necklace From the luxury brand's iconic Maillon collection, this collar necklace is ma...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Trinity Tricolor Multi-Chain 18k Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A creation by Cartier, this Trinity drape necklace highlights the timeless elegance of the iconic tricolor design. Crafted in 18K rose, yellow, and white gold, the necklace features ...
18k Gold
GIA certified Cartier Salt Water Pearl Necklace in Original Cartier Box
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier saltwater pearl necklace with original box. 85 natural Saltwater Pearls set together by a 56 round cut diamond set screw closure. This marv...
Pearl
Cartier Paris Diamond Link Necklace by Georges L’Enfant in 18K Yellow Gold, 1970
By Cartier
Located in Fairfield, CT
Cartier Paris Diamond Link Necklace by Georges L’Enfant in 18K Yellow Gold, 1970 This necklace by Cartier Paris, attributed to Georges L’Enfant, is composed of interlocking 18K yell...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond Necklace in Two Tone 18K Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Exceptional Cartier diamond necklace in 18 karat yellow and white gold. The necklace is composed of alternating high-polish yellow and white gold diamond-patterned links. The wider c...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Cartier 1970's Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Agrafe Station Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of a curb link chain centering a looped station Bead set throughout with round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately 2.05 carats total G color with VS2 clarity Comp...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vermeil Belt / Necklace Jackie O, Circa 1970's
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier Vermeil (gold on sterling silver) necklace is comprised of textured circular discs in the brutalist style, designed circa 1970. The second image shows Jacqueline Kennedy...
Sterling Silver
Cartier Mid Century Ruby Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold Star Burst Motif
By Cartier
Located in Tampa, FL
A gorgeous Cartier necklace featuring round rubies of graduated sizes set in the center of finely crafted graduating 18 karat yellow gold links in a pattern that emulates the rays of...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Maillon Panther Diamond 3 Row Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Cartier Maillon Panthère diamond necklace is a striking masterpiece, featuring interlocking links adorned with brilliant diamonds. This necklace features 3 rows with approximate...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Gold Link Cartier Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Yellow 18K gold chain by Cartier. Formed with oblique rectangular links which graduate gently towards the centre, signed Cartier. Condition: very good Date: contemporary Weight: 42...
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Double Twisted Chain Link Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A beautiful Cartier chunky twisted necklace set in 18k yellow gold. The necklace is composed of a number of infinity style polished twisted links and sits beautifully once on the ne...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diadea Lariat Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Adorn yourself with the timeless elegance of the Cartier Diadea Lariat Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold, a piece that seamlessly blends luxury and sophistication. This exquisite ne...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Diamond Dove of Peace Necklace and Bracelet Set in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cartier 18k white gold Dove of Peace necklace and bracelet accompanied by Cartier box and Cartier certificate of authenticity. This necklace features ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Trinity 18k Gold Long Station Necklace Chain
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Trinity 18k Gold Long Station Necklace Chain Long 18k gold necklace by Cartier, featuring 9 Trinity knot stations. Necklace is 41.5" long. Stations are 7mm wide. Marked Cart...
Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Coral & Diamond Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Coral & Diamond Necklace Carved coral & round diamond link necklace Measurements: 16" long Signed Cartier Italy and numbered Metal T...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold