Cartier Watches
King Edward VII of England called Cartier the “jeweler of kings and king of jewelers.” Established in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, the French maison was from its beginnings a darling of the aristocracy. But Cartier is also known for its luxury watches. It was the founder’s grandson, Louis Cartier, who cemented its reputation as a trendsetting watchmaker. In 1904, he made one of the first men's wristwatches for a friend, Brazilian coffee-plantation heir Alberto Santos-Dumont.
Although the pocket watch was the de rigueur men’s accessory of the day, Santos-Dumont, a pioneering aviator, found his own 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.
Deemed daring and modern, men’s wristwatches became a vogue among the elite. Capitalizing on his success, Louis released the Tonneau in 1906. Its barrel-shaped case, another departure from the traditional round pocket watch, was embraced by other savvy watchmakers and remains a perennial favorite.
However, the Tonneau was soon eclipsed by Louis’s most iconic design. During the First World War, he was so impressed by the Renault tanks he saw on the Western Front that in 1917, he created a watch inspired by their industrial forms — the Cartier Tank watch.
Louis’s inventive streak didn’t stop at men’s watches. In 1906, he took a traditional round ladies’ case and stretched it into an elegant oval. The style was later dubbed the Baignoire for its resemblance to the elongated curves of a bathtub. In 1914, he commissioned artist George Barbier to illustrate an invitation to an upcoming exhibition. The resulting Dame à la panthère marked the debut of the animal that would become synonymous with the house.
That same year, Cartier introduced its first jewel incorporating the panther motif: a diamond watch with onyx spots, the inspiration for the current women’s Panthère model. After Louis’s death, in 1942, his legacy continued in the brand’s penchant for timepieces with unusual shapes. Its ultimate expression may be the Dalí-esque Crash watch, introduced in 1967 and said to be modeled on a Baignoire pulled from a car wreck.
Browse an expansive collection of unique Cartier wristwatches and pocket watches today on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Cartier
Cartier Ronde 29MM 18K Rose Gold Off-White Dial Watch 2886 W6800151
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Good Pre-owned condition. Aftermarket band. Original box and papers are not included.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Panthere 18K Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Mid Size Ref 1280/2 Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Presenting the Cartier Panthère 18K Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Mid Size Ref 1280/2 Watch, a true symbol of elegance and sophistication. This ladies' model is crafted in luxurious 18...
Category
20th Century French Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier, Louis Cartier, Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 24 X 18 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, quartz movement, white dial with Black Roman numerals, Sapphire crown. 1/2 inch wide Cartier link bracelet with Deployment buckle. Wrist Size 6 1/2 inches. Recently serviced by a Cartier certified...
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Ref 2650 W2006951 Santos Dumont 18 Rose Gold Leather Strap
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2650 / W2006951
Model: Santos Dumont
Case Material: 18K Rose Gold
Band: Brown Leather
Bezel: 18K Rose Gold
Face: Sapphire Crystal
Case Size: 44.6mm x 34.6mm
Includes:...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier 18Kt. Tank European Watch & Clock Co. w/ Engine Turned Dial 1920 / 30's
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Tank Style / Art Deco
METAL / MATERIAL: 18 Kt. Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920 / 30's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X 23mm W...
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Pasha Seatimer Ref. 1040 Mens Full Size Watch, Automatic, Date - SS
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
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Category
Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Vendome Large Vermeil Must de Cartier Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier, Must De Cartier Vendome collection Wrist Watch, 30 MM Vermeil, ( Gold Plate on Sterling Silver ) 2 piece case. Quartz Movement, Sapphire Crown, Black dial with Si...
Category
Early 2000s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Vermeil
Cartier Tank Americaine 26mm W26055L1
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Tank Americaine XL in 18k white gold with white dial , date display above the 6 and black Roman numeral hour markers. Auto w/ sweep seconds and date. 26 mm width x 45 mm leng...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Tank American Yellow Gold and Diamond Pave Chronograph Wrist watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Tank American ( Americaine ) Reference 1730 2 Register Chronograph Wrist Watch, 35 X 26 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece water resistant case with 3 rows of fine white...
Category
Early 2000s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Remarkable Rotonde Astrotourbillon Skeleton Watch by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in San Francisco, CA
A truly special collectible timepiece by the one and only Cartier, This incredibly rare Rotonde de Cartier Astrotoubillon is one of a limited and numbered series of only 100 ever mad...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Santos Large Customized Watch
By Cartier
Located in Massafra, IT
Original Cartier WSSA0018 Men's Santos Large Size With Date Customized F/VS1 24.90 Cts Diamonds.
Complete with box and paper .
Note: Diamonds are aftermarket.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Cartier Ballon Blue Watch WE902079 28mm Diamond 750 Pink Gold Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
■ Item Number: 23520919
■ Brand: Cartier
■ Product Name: Ballon Blue Watch 28mm
■ Product Number/Model: WE902079
■ Material: Diamond, 750K18 PG pink gold, SS stainless steel
■ Wrist ...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Baignoire W15133L2 18K white Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Baignoire 1955 Ladies Watch. 22mm by 30mm 18k white gold case non bezel. Ivory dial with blue hands and roman numeral hour markers. 18K white gold bracelet with hidden Butter...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Le Cirque Animalier Coccinelles Diamond Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier Le Cirque Animalier Coccinelles 18k Rose Gold Pave Ladybug & Enamel Dial Limited Edition Ladies Watch
This stunning Cartier 18k Rose Gold le Circue Animalier Diamond Pave Ladybug & Enamel Dial limited edition Watch
Brand: Cartier
Model: Le Cirque Animalier de Cartier – Coccinelles...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Baignoire 18K Yellow Gold Watch WGBA0050 Size 17
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Baignoire 18K Yellow Gold Watch WGBA0050 Size 17 - Quartz. 18K Yellow gold (18 mm). Silver dial with blue hands and black R...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Tank Americane Large Size, Automatic, Full Set, B & P, circa 2006
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Cartier Tank Americane (W2603256) self - winding automatic watch, features a 18K white gold rectangular case measuring 27mm x 45mm. The dial is silver with Guilloché ...
Category
Early 2000s European Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Pasha WSPA0018 Chronograph Ref 4363 Chronograph Stainless Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: WSPA0018
Model: Cartier Pasha Chronograph
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Dial: Silver
Face: Sapphire Crystal
Case Si...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Pasha Seatimer W301980M 3066 Chronograph 18K Rose Gold Ceramic Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: W301980M 3066
Year: 2019
Model: Cartier Pasha Seatimer
Case Material: 18K Rose Gold
Band: 18K Rose Gold & Rubber
Bezel: 18K Rose Gold
Dial: Black...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Ref 3007 Ladies Ballon Bleu Diamond Dial 18K Rose Gold Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: Ref 3007
Year: 2014
Model: Ballon Bleu
Case Material: 18K Rose Gold
Band: Purple Leather Strap
Bezel: 18K Rose Gold
Dial: Diamond Dial
Fac...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Cartier Santos Dumont 2649 18 kt. Yellow Gold, Full Set!
By Cartier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cartier Santos Dumont 2649 18 kt. Yellow Gold, Full Set! collectors Watch
Model: Santos Dumont
Ref number: 2649
Movement : Mechanical Manual Winding
Case : 18 kt. yellow Gold 35 mm x 44 mm x 5.5 mm, Sapphire crystal, Water resistance 30 m
Dial: White / Silvery dial with black Roman numerals
Strap: Brown leather strap with 18 kt. gold Cartier folding clasp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Cartier Watches
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 Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 2303
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Embrace timeless elegance with the Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Chronograph Wristwatch, Ref 2303. This exquisite timepiece is a masterful blend of tradition and innovation, featuring a meticulously crafted stainless steel band that is both durable and stylish. Quartz movement. It features a square face, white dial with Roman numeral markers that exudes classic charm.. Its refined chronograph functionality offers precision and practicality, capturing every second with the grace synonymous with Cartier. The Tank Francaise design, a hallmark of sophistication, wraps your wrist with a touch of luxury, while its Experience the allure of a watch that stands the test of time, redefining how you keep yours.quartz movement.
Stainless Steel
Length: 36mm
Width: 28mm
Case thickness: 6.7mm
Bracelet width at case: 19mm
Bracelet length: 7.25 inches
Bracelet: Stainless Steel with deployant buckle Cartier
Crystal: Sapphire
Dial: Authentic Cartier Chronograph
Outside case: Cartier Swiss Made 2303...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Cartier Panthere W4PN0008 Ref 4016 Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: W4PN0008 / Ref 4016
Model: Cartier Panthere
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Original Diamond Bezel
Dial: Silver
Face: Sapphire Crystal ...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
MINT Cartier Panthere Small WGPN0006 18K Rose Gold Ladies Watch Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
At once a watch and jewel, the Panthère de Cartier timepiece is one of the most distinctive Cartier designs. Born in the 80s and more contemporary than ever, it is a true style icon ...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
2023 Cartier Tank Francaise Large WSTA0067 Silver Roman Dial Steel Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: WSTA0067
Serial: 4469********
Year: 2023
Model: Cartier Tank Francaise
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Stainless Steel
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Dial: Silver Roman
Fa...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos De Cartier Chronograph Two Tone Custom Diamond Watch W2SA0008
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier
Series: Santos
Model: W2SA0008
Case Diameter: 44 mm
Bracelet: 18k yellow gold / stainless steel
Bezel: Custom diamond set
Dial: Silver
Carat Weight: 30.00 carats in ...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless 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 watch is made in 18 Karat yellow gold and measures 33 mm with an automatic movement. ...
Category
1970s French Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Pasha C Steel Salmon Grid Dial 35mm 2324 Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier
Model: Pasha C
Reference: 2324
Features : Date - Salmon Grid Dial
Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland
Movement: Automatic
Case Material: SS
Measurements : :Case...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Reference 2878 Stainless Steel on Leather Strap
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2878
Year: 2007
Model: Cartier Santos 100
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Leather
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Dial: Silver
Face: Sapphire Crystal
Case Size: 33mm x 4...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Pasha de Cartier White Dial Diamonds Halo Grid 18 Karat White Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Oakton, VA
Cartier Pasha de Cartier White Dial Diamonds Halo Grid 18 Karat White Gold Watch - 18K Gold White Gold - 7.2 inches length - 144 grams weight...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Pasha Stainless Steel Chronograph Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
Handsome stainless steel wristwatch from the "Pasha" collection by Cartier. It features chronograph moment with dials for minutes, hours and seconds, as well as date by 5 o'clock pos...
Category
Late 20th Century Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Française 18K White Gold 2366 Automatic Date Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Cartier Tank Française 18K White Gold 2366 Automatic Date Watch Boxed
Brand: Cartier
Model : Cartier Tank Française
Reference Number : 2366
Watch Number: 892593 CD
Fea...
Category
Early 2000s European Cartier Watches
Materials
White Gold
Cartier Ronde Solo 36 MM steel Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Ronde Solo Wrist Watch, 36 M.M 2 Piece stainless steel water resistant case, Sapphire crown, Sapphire Glass Crystal. Silver dial with Black Roman numerals and a C...
Category
2010s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu 3005
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Reference number 3005
Brand Cartier
Model Ballon Bleu
Gender Men's watch/Unisex
Movement Quartz
Case Material Stainless Steel
Case Size 36mm
Bracelet Material Stainless Steel
Steel b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
$4,950
Cartier Classic Yellow Gold Manual Wind Unisex Tank Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Cartier Tank collection Wrist Watch, 23 X 22 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, 17 Jewel Cartier Inc. mechanical, manual wind movement, Sapphire Crown, White dial with Bl...
Category
1980s French Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Mid Size Unisex Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Tank Francaise, Reference 2465 Mid Size Wrist Watch, 25 x 20 M.M. Stainless Steel Water Resistant Case. Quartz Movement, Silvered White Dial with Black Roman Numer...
Category
2010s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Vintage Diamond Platinum Collectible Ladies Dress Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite vintage Cartier ladies' diamond watch, crafted from luxurious platinum, is a true masterpiece from the 1960s. Weighing 32.4 grams, the flexible link design exudes eleg...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Art Deco Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Delices Pink Gold Diamond -Set Bracelet Watch ref 3382
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Delices Pink Gold Diamond -Set Bracelet Watch ref 3382
Brand/Designer: CARTIER
Model Name: Delices De Cartier
Reference Number: 3382
Gender...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Cartier Ladies Panther 1660 Diamond Bezel 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1660
Model: Cartier Panthere
Case Material: 18K White Gold
Band: 18K White Gold
Bezel: Original Factory Diamond Bezel
Face: Sapphire Crystal
Case Size: 22mm
Includ...
Category
Early 2000s Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Extra Large Ballon Bleu De Cartier Stainless Steel and Rose Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Exquisite unisex wristwatch designed by Cartier. Extra large in size, the round dial features blue steel hands, a silver dial, automatic movement, chronograph, date display and black...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier 'Tank Americaine' Ladies' Diamond Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Cartier Tank Américaine Diamond Watch - a true masterpiece of horological artistry. With an engine-turned rectang...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Basculante Ref 2390 Mécanique 'Manual' Rectangle Watch, Full Set
By Cartier
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Inspired by the Renault FT-17 tanks, Cartier Tank Wristwatches are iconic & instantly recognizable timepieces. This particular example is a sophisticated Cartier Tank Basculante reference 2390, seldom encountered & highly desirable.
With its most pivotal feature - flip feature with reversible case (inspired by JLC's the Reverso watch...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Francaise Ref 1840 Large Yellow Gold Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2005 Cartier Tank Francaise Reference 1840 Wrist Watch, 28 X 23 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece Water resistant case, Automatic Self winding movement, Sapphire Crown and Sapphire Glass Crystal. Engine Turned White dial with Black Roman Numerals, sweep seconds hand and a Calendar window at the 6 position. New Camille Fournet...
Category
Early 2000s French Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Stainless Steel Midsize Diamond Panther W4PN0008 4016
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Stainless Steel Midsize Diamond Panther W4PN0008 4016 - Quartz. Stainless Steel with factory diamond bezel ( 27 x 37 mm ). Silver dial with black roman numerals. Stainless...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Ballon Bleu 42mm WE900851
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Ballon Bleu in 18k rose gold with an orignal diamond bezel on a Cartier black matte alligator leather strap on a Cartier 18k rise gold deployant buckle. Auto w/ sweep seconds...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Tank Must XL 31mm x 41mm WSTA0053 Silver Dial Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Tank Must XL (ref. WSTA0053) is a striking and elegant extra-large model that balances modern proportions with timeless Tank DNA. Crafted from polished stainless steel, t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Panther Panthere Emerald Onyx Bangle Bracelet Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Emerald Black Onyx Panther Panthere Bangle Bracelet Watch by Cartier.
The Cartier Panther Panthere bangle watch is a luxurious...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Watches
Materials
Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu 41mm
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu Steel Rose Gold Brown Dial Watch (Model W6920032). This exquisite timepiece seamlessly combines classic elegance with modern so...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$8,500
Cartier Ballon Bleu Midsize Stainless Steel Watch W6920046 3284
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Midsize Stainless Steel Watch W6920046 3284 - Automatic. Stainless steel case (36mm). Silver guilloche dial with black Roman numerals. Stainless steel Cartier bra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Santos 100 Midsize Stainless Steel with Crocodile Leather Strap
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model: Santos 100
Ref: 2978
Movement: Automatic
Size: Midsize
Case: 33mm
Bracelet: Crocodile Leather Strap
Includes: Cartier Box
24 Months Brill...
Category
2010s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
$4,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Cle De Cartier Stainless Steel Silver Dial 40mm WSCL0007 UNWORN
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Discover refined elegance and modern craftsmanship with this UNWORN Cartier Clé de Cartier WSCL0007, a standout timepiece that blends Cartier’s timeless design language with contempo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Dumont Model WH100751 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamonds Full Set
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Dumont Model # WH100751 Square 18k Rose Gold with Diamond Bezel and 18k Rose Gold Deployment Buckle. with Box and Papers c.2015
Made in Switzerland
Mechanical moveme...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier 18K YG Trianon Ultra Thin Paris Dial Large Size 96055 w/Bracelet, 1970s
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier
Model: Trianon
Year: 1970-1980’s
Serial Number: 96055xxxx
Reference: C04214
Introducing the vintage Cartier Trianon, a true masterpiece...
Category
1970s French Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Américaine Automatic 18 Karat Gold Ref. 1725
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, DE
Cartier Tank Américaine Automatic 18 Karat Gold Ref. 1725
Including certificate of authenticity.
The glass would need to be replac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
UNWORN Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm Two Tone with Diamond Bezel and Dial
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model: Ballon Bleu
Case size: 36mm
Metal: Stainless Steel & 18k Rose Gold
Bezel: Factory Diamonds
Dial: Factory Diamonds
Links: Full links
Includes: Cartier ori...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Basculante XL 26mm 2522
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 26mm XL Tank Basculante in stainless steel by Cartier. Featuring a silver dial with Roman numerals, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, and a secret Cartier signature at VII. The watch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Mechanical Black Steel Case Watch WHSA0033
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Santos watches skeleton, large model, Manufacture mechanical movement with manual winding, caliber 9611 MC. Black ADLC steel case, 7-sided crown set with green jade, grey steel sword...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Tank Americaine 2312 Chronograph 18k White Gold 27 mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model Number: 2312
Case Material: 18K White Gold
Dial: White with Roman numeral hour markers
Complications: Chronograph
Bezel: 18k White Gold
Case Dimensions: 27x45 mm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Santos Large Steel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2021 Cartier Santos Wrist Watch, 32 X 34 M.M. Stainless Steel Water Resistant 3 piece case. Automatic, Self Winding movement, Silver Satin Dial with Black Roman Numerals, swee...
Category
2010s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph Steel Quartz Wristwatch Ref W51001Q3
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph in stainless steel. Quartz with date and chronograph. 28 mm case size. Ref w51001q3. Comes with open papers and booklet. Complete service by Carite...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs
1stDibs offers a range of Cartier watches. These unique items were designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While searching for the most stylish antique or vintage Cartier jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Cartier diamond watches can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, from our inventory of 221. This collection contains 1,093 pieces as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. Modern and contemporary are among the most popular styles of Cartier watches on 1stDibs. 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 watches by Bulgari, Patek Philippe and Chopard. Cartier watches can vary in price, gemstone, time period and other attributes. Price for these items starts at US$795 and tops out at US$1,400,000, while pieces like these can sell for US$7,916 on average.
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Questions About Cartier Watches
- Is a Cartier watch worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Many watch lovers believe that Cartier watches are worth it. The French luxury house is one of the most well-known and internationally revered watchmakers in the world. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch, one of the world's first modern wrist watches for men. Cartier’s other famous watches include the Tank watch, inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Cartier watches is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Cartier watches and other watches for sale 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. - What does Must de Cartier mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 14, 2024Must de Cartier means "Cartier, It's a Must." The advertising slogan of the French luxury jewelry maker was created by former Cartier President Robert Hocq during the 1970s. In 1974, he partnered with Alain-Dominique Perrin to create a line of watches inspired by the saying, the full text of which is "Le Must de Cartier." On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Cartier watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Princess Diana actually wore more than one Cartier watch. The Princess of Wales's father, John Spencer, the 8th Earl Spencer, reportedly once gifted her a Cartier Louis Tank watch with an alligator leather strap. During the late 1990s, Diana frequently sported a yellow gold Tank Française. Prince Andrew received the watch after her death and presented it to his now-wife Meghan Markle. Also, she sometimes wore a Panthère de Cartier, a gift from Dodi Fayed. Shop a wide range of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Who makes Cartier watch movements varies. The luxury maker does produce some of its movements in-house, such as the 1904 MC, the 1847 MC and the 1917 MC. In addition, it has also utilized movements manufactured by other makers, including ETA, Piaget, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Audemars Piguet, Vaucher Manufacture Fleurier, Rolex and Girard-Perregaux. Find a diverse assortment of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Cartier watches popular?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024While trends in collecting do change over time, Cartier watches generally remain popular. The luxury maker produces 400,000 to 500,000 timepieces per year and was the second-largest luxury maker in terms of gross sales after Rolex in several years, including 2023. Some of the best-known Cartier watches are the Cartier Tank, the Panthère de Cartier, the Santos de Cartier, the Ballon Bleu de Cartier, the Calibre de Cartier, the Drive de Cartier and the Pasha de Cartier. Find a wide range of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024The watch that the Cartier Crash may have been based on is the Cartier Maxi Oval, also known as the Baignoire Allongée. One theory is that the watch's creators, Jean-Jacques Cartier and Rupert Emmerson, became inspired to create the Crash after seeing a damaged Maxi Oval that a customer brought in after he was involved in a car accident. Another theory is that the designers drew inspiration from Salvador Dalí's famous work, The Persistence of Memory. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Cartier watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024How much the Cartier Crash watch costs varies. Contemporary editions of the avant-garde timepiece typically sell for tens of thousands of dollars, while select vintage and limited-edition models may fetch selling prices of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Jean-Jacques Cartier and Rupert Emmerson designed the Crash watch, which debuted in 1967. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Cartier watches.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024There is no definitive answer to the question of which is cheaper, Rolex or Cartier. Some entry-level Cartier watches do tend to have lower starting price points than some Rolex watches. However, both makers offer a wide variety of watches, so it's not accurate to say that Cartier is always the cheaper option. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Cartier and Rolex watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024Why it is called the Cartier Crash relates to the unique shape of the watch. The case and dial of the timepiece have a smashed, wavy appearance, similar to what a watch might look like if it were smashed or crushed in a crash or collision. There are various stories of how this imaginative design came into being. Some people claim that the designers Jean-Jacques Cartier and Rupert Emmerson got the idea for the timepiece after a customer brought in a damaged watch for repair. Another theory is that the prominent melting clock in Salvador Dalí's painting The Persistence of Memory served as the inspiration. Shop a variety of Cartier watches 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.
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