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
Rare Cartier Ballon Bleu 33mm Red Dial Steel Ladies Automatic Watch 3489
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent condition. Super rare red dial. Comes with an original box but no papers.
🕰️ General Information
Brand: Cartier
Type: Wristwatch
Model: Ballon Bleu
Model ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Santos Iced Out VVS Emerald Cut Diamond Roman Numeral Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand New!!
100% Authentic Cartier Santos Iced out completely with collection quality vs2-si1 white natural round and emerald cut diamonds
26...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond
Cartier Roadster XL W62020X6 Black PVD/DLC Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Roadster XL W62020X6 Black Watch with PVD/DLC Coating.
LIFETIME PVD WARRANTY - DOES NOT COVER PHYSICAL OR WATER DAMAGE
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Longines Movement Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Company: Cartier
Movement: Longines
Metal: 18k Yellow Gold
Condition: Excellent
Year Of Manufacture: Circa 1940s
Length:7.5 inches
Gemstone: Diamond
Diamond weight: 4 CT
Total Item ...
Category
20th Century Unknown Cartier Watches
Cartier 42mm Yellow Gold Ballon Bleu Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Cartier Ballon Bleu watch is a timeless masterpiece, featuring a luxurious 42mm case crafted in radiant yellow gold. Renowned for its elegant design and iconic round s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Ladies Watch W20012C4
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Ladies Watch W20012C4
Please note: Cartier jewelry bracelet is not included.
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier, 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Tank Louis Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
This stylish watch from Cartier's Tank Collection- the Tank Louis, comes with a diamond bezel and diamond dial, 23 x 30 case dimensions inclusive of lugs, quartz movement, fluted mes...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos Galbée 29mm Ladies Stainless Steel Watch with Diamond Bezel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Galbee 29 mm Women's Watch Stainless Steel with Diamond Bezel 1564
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There a...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu Two Timezone Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Watch W6920027
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Two Timezone Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Watch W6920027 - Quartz. Stainless steel & Rose Gold case (38 mm ). Silvered opaline dial with blue steel hands and Roman...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Ballon Bleu Steel 18k Rose Gold Chocolate Dial Mens Watch W6920032
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned Cartier Ballon Bleu W6920032. Minor Insignificant Scratches on the Crystal. No Original Box and Papers are Included. Comes with Chronostore Presentation Box and Chronostore...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Diamond Gold Link Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18K Y/gold open link watch, 9 RBC cut diamonds weight approx. 0.55 ct, GH VS, French hallmark, serial number with fist number unclear. 5752, watch length 7 1/4 inches, weight 28.8 dw...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Cartier Tank Anglaise XL W5310006
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
In excellent condition, a Tank Anglaise XL in stainless steel and rose gold by Cartier. The silver dial concealed with sapphire crystal features Roman numerals, sword-shaped hands in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier 18K White Gold Captive 35mm Round Diamond Dial Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your wrist with the exquisite Cartier 18K White Gold Captive 35mm Diamond Dial Ref 3120 Watch, a radiant fusion of opulence and precision. Crafted in lustrous 18K white gold, this timepiece is a testament to Cartier's legacy of unparalleled craftsmanship and timeless sophistication.
The 35mm dial, a perfect balance of form and function, commands attention with its elegant proportions. Powered by automatic movement, this watch seamlessly marries traditional watchmaking with modern convenience, ensuring accurate timekeeping with every glance.
With the Cartier Captive...
Category
20th Century French Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu WE902079 Women's Watch in 18kt Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu WE902079 Women's Watch in 18kt Stainless Steel/Rose Gold
SKU: 134934
PRIMARY DETAILS
Brand: Cartier
Model: Ballon Bleu
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Movement ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Diamond Panther Cuff Bangle Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Featuring Cartier’s iconic feline, rich in history and elegance, the Cartier Panther, this piece is comprised of a coiled panther head bangle, made of 18k yellow gold set with radian...
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu WE902027 18K Yellow Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu WE902027 / 3002 Mens Watch. 36mm 18K yellow gold case. 18K yellow gold bezel. Silver dial with blue steel hands and factory diamond hour markers. Minute markers o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Baignoire Small WGBA0024 Yellow Gold Quartz (2024)
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Cartier Baignoire Small WGBA0024 is a refined representation of Cartier’s timeless elegance, crafted in luxurious ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos 100 Rose Gold 33mm Custom Diamond Watch Brown Leather Strap #2879
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 Rose Gold 33mm Custom Diamond Watch Brown Leather Strap #2879
This watch comes with a LIFETIME diamond replacement war...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
Cartier Panthere Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Onyx Extra Large Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
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Designer: Cartier
Collection: Panthere de Cartier
Movement: Quartz
Case Size: 28 mm
Stones: Round Brilliant Cut...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Divan Large White Gold Diamonds and Pearl Dial Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2005 Cartier Tank Divan Wrist Watch, 48 x 23 M.M. 18k White Gold 2 Piece water Resistant case, 102 Factory set Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling 3 carats. Quartz movement, ...
Category
Early 2000s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Art Deco Guillotine Purse Watch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Originally created as a purse watch, this "Guillotine" purse watch (montre de sac à guillotine) by Cartier is an extremely rare find and in a class all its...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Gold Travel Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier folding travel clock (with alarm) in 18kt yellow gold. Made in France, circa 1960.
Category
1960s French Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Rare Slim Gold Keyless Lever Pocket Watch C1940
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier. A Rare Slim 18ct yellow Gold Keyless Lever Pocket Watch with a matching gold and enamel dress chain C1940.
Dial: The superb two-tone silver engine turned dial features Roma...
Category
Mid-20th Century Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos Galbée Silver Dial Small Steel Ladies Watch W20056D6/1565
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your wrist game with this stunning Cartier Santos Galbee Women's Wristwatch. Perfect for any occasion, this wristwatch is a must-have for those who appreciate timeless style ...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu Midsize 18k White Gold & Diamond Watch WE9006Z3 3004
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Midsize 18k White Gold & Diamond Watch WE9006Z3 3004 - Automatic winding. 18k white gold case with factory diamond bezel (36mm diameter). Silver guilloche dial wi...
Category
20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Santos De Cartier Chronograph Two Tone Custom Diamond Watch W2SA0008
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos De Cartier Chronograph Two Tone Custom Diamond Watch W2SA0008
Santos watch, extra-large model, chronograph mechanical movement with...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu WE900851 Unisex Watch in Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu WE900851 Unisex Watch in Rose Gold
SKU: 111516
PRIMARY DETAILS
Brand: Cartier
Model: Ballon Bleu
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Movement Type: Mechanical: Auto...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Pasha White Gold Fully Loaded Diamond Set Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A stunning ladies 32mm Pasha wristwatch, crafted in 18k white gold by Cartier. Featuring a silver guilloche dial with white gold arabic numbers and a date display. Complimenting the ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 2529 Pasha de Cartier Diamond Grill Automatic Watch 18 Karat in Stock
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier
Style: Pasha de Cartier 2529
Case Material: 18k White Gold
Case Diameter: 32mm
Case Back: Skeleton
Bezel: 18k White Gold
Dial: Silvered dial with Black hands; Date at ...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu 28mm 18K Rose Factory Diamond Bezel WE902079 Steel Watch Box
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Presenting the Cartier Ballon Bleu WE902079, a beacon of timeless elegance and luxury. This exquisite timepiece, in pristine condition and accompanied by its original box, is a testa...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Roadster Xl W62020x6 Black Dial Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Roadster Xl Black Dial Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out Watch W62020x6
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
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 Custom Diamond Stainless Steel and Rose Gold Watch WSSA0018
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos De Cartier WSSA0018 Custom Diamond Stainless Steel and Rose Gold Watch Pave Black Roman Numeral Dial.
Mechanical movement with automa...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Ladies Dress Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Ladies Dress Watch W20012C4
This watch is in like new condition. It has been customized recently, professionally polished and...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Must 21 Man's Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier must 21 chronoscaph 38mm on white rubber & stainless steel band. Quartz w/subseconds, date and chronograph, with deployment buckle.
Category
20th Century Cartier Watches
Cartier White Gold Tortue Mechanical Watch with Factory Diamonds 2497
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Model #2497
Movement #430 MC
18k White Gold Tonneau Case
NOTE: Very minor scratches on sapphire crystal.
Features Factory Collection Quality Diamonds All around Bezel and Lugs
Case Width = 33 mm (37 mm w/ Diamond Culet Crown)
Case Length = 33 mm
Lug-to-Lug Distance = 43 mm
Lug-to-Lug Width = 18 mm
Thickness = 7 mm
Cream Guilloche Dial with Black Roman Numerals and Cobalt Blue Hands (M + H)
27 mm Wide
27 mm Long
Original Cartier 18k White Gold Link Bracelet...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Tank Divan 18k Yellow Gold Watch 2601
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
-Mint condition
-Case size: 25x32mm
-18k Yellow Gold
-Movement: Quartz
-Dial: Silver Dial
-Blued hands
-Diamond Bezel
-Comes with Box, no papers
Category
2010s American Cartier Watches
Cartier Ronde Louis 18k White Gold Diamond White Dial Hand Wind Watch WR007002
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-Owned and in excellent condition. Factory Set 60 brilliant-cut diamond bezel. It comes with an original box but papers are not included. Covered by a 2-year Chronostore warranty....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Tank Americaine Mid Size White Gold and Diamond Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2010 Cartier Tank Americaine, 42 X 33 M.M. 18K White Gold Water Resistant case, Double Row of Round Brilliant cut Diamonds on the case sides totaling just over 2 Carats, Diamon...
Category
2010s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Pasha Chronograph Ref. 1352 in Stainless Steel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
True to its finest iteration in 1985, the new Pasha de Cartier is amplified by originality and uniquely powerful, bringing together elements that go beyond classic watchmaking. It’s ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Rotonde 42mm 18K Rose Gold Silver Dial Manual Wind Watch W1556203 Box
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Rotonde de Cartier 42mm (reference W1556203) is a distinguished timepiece that exemplifies Cartier's commitment to blending classic design with sophisticated craftsmansh...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier "Clé De Cartier" Rose Gold Watch Ref WGCL000
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
CARTIER PRICE: $34,900.00 + TAX BRILLIANCE PRICE: $ 22,500.00
Brand: Cartier
Model: Cle De Cartier
Movement: Automatic
...
Category
2010s French Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Santos De Cartier Stainless Steel Watch with Diamond Bezel Blue Dial
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Large Stainless Steel Watch with Custom Diamond Bezel Factory Blue Roman Numeral Dial
WATCH COMES WITH AN ADDITIONAL BLUE LEATHER STRAP! Mechanical movement with automatic winding, caliber 1847 MC. Steel case, 7-sided crown set with a faceted synthetic spinel, silvered opaline dial, steel sword-shaped hands, sapphire crystal. Steel bracelet with “SmartLink” adjustment system. 3 Ct of...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Roadster Ladies Stainless Steel Diamond Case & Side Bracelet W62016V3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Roadster Stainless Steel Ladies Watch Diamond Case and Middle Bracelet Silver Dial W62016V3
Silver-tone dial with luminous hands and bl...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Roadster XL W62020X6 Chronograph Custom Diamond Watch on Black Strap
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Roadster XL W62020X6 Chronograph watch. Black dial, 47.6mm x 42.8mm diamond, stainless steel case, on black alligator strap with diamond buckle.
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Moonphase Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Custom Diamonds 119902
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Galbee Moonphase Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold 24mm Custom Diamond Quartz Watch 119902
Please note: Cartier jewelry b...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu 46mm Platinum Men's Watch W6920059
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu 46mm Platinum Men's Watch W6920059 - Manual winding. Platinum Fluted Crown Set With Blue Sapphire ( 46 mm ). Blue dial with Roman numerals. Blue Cartier leather p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Ballon Bleu Women's Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 3284
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Cartier Ballon Bleu Women's Automatic Watch Stainless Steel 3284
Model: Ballon Bleu
Model #3284
Serial #854684TX
Movement # ETA 2671 17 Jewels
Stainless Steel Round Case
36 mm in D...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Ronde Louis 36mm 18K Rose Gold Cream Dial Hand Wind Mens Watch W6800251
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre Owned excellent condition. Unworn band. It comes with an original box, no papers.
General Category:
Luxury Watch
Men's Watch
Brand and Model:
Brand: Cartier
Model: Cartier Ronde...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Antique Square 29 Jewels Repeater Pocket Watch
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Manufacturer: Société Cartier
Watch type: 29 Jewels Repeater
Serial number: 3169
Case number: 72 198
Yellow Gold Square Cartier Case
Case features a pull-out lever, located at the 8 o'clock position, to activate the repeater function
Original White Cartier Dial with Cobalt Blue Hands (M,H)
Dial labeled with Cartier and France
Original Cartier Repeater...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold
Cartier Calibre Stainless Steel Men's Watch 3578
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Calibre Stainless Steel Men's 42mm Watch 3578 - Automatic winding; Chronograph. Stainless steel case ; exposition back (42mm diameter). Black dial...
Category
20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Panthère Ruban Stainless Steel and Mother of Pearl Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful Cartier Panthère Ruban Stainless Steel & Mother of Pearl Wristwatch
Steel Case with pink mother of pearl dial
22 mm case size
Quartz m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, Steel
Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil White Face
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Vendome Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). Wonderful iconic dome sapphire crown.
Trinity, Triple Tone Design.
Condition: This ...
Category
1990s Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cartier Santos Custom Diamond Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Watch WSSA0018
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos De Cartier WSSA0018 Custom Diamond Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Watch Pave Black Roman Numeral Dial.
Mechanical movement with aut...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Galbee Silver Dial Small Steel Ladies Watch W20056D6/1565
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your wrist game with this stunning Cartier Santos Galbee Women's Wristwatch. Perfect for any occasion, this wristwatch is a must-have for those who appreciate timeless style ...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Art Deco Watch Fob Pendant
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exquisite watch fob pendant from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This sophisticated Art Deco piece showcases an elong...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier RoadsterXL Chronograph Stainless Steel Diamond Watch Black Dial W62020X6
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Roadster XL Chronograph Stainless Steel Diamond Watch Black Dial W62020X6.
Black dial with luminous hands and Roman numeral hour markers....
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm White Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A 36mm white gold Ballon Bleu wristwatch by Cartier. Featuring a silver dial with roman numerals, blued steel sword shaped hands, Cartier's own hidden signature at VII and a white go...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- Is Cartier a luxury watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Cartier watches are considered luxury watches. Cartier is a noted jeweler, taking that attention to detail and access to high-quality metals and jewels to their watches—they spare no expense and are highly desirable. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Cartier watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
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