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.
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Creator: Cartier
Cartier Trinity Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Ladies' Watch in White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An elegant ladies' watch created by Cartier from the Trinity collection, featuring a round dial with a spiral bezel accented by round brilliant cut diamonds and a bracelet that is fu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Must de Cartier 590005 Tank Watch. 925 Vermeil ARGENT Quartz Tank.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil).
ref.590005
Comes with a new GUCCI leather band
Rare Gray and White Dial with Quartz m...
Category
1990s Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil Cream Gold
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch.
Original Paperwork from Cartier.
Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome
Rare Cream Gold dial.
Sapphire Cabochon Crown.
New Leather Band.
Condition: Wear consist...
Category
1990s Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cartier Panthere De Cartier Silver Dial Diamond Bezel Steel Watch W4PN0018
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
A watch that is also a beautiful piece of jewelry, Panthère de Cartier is one of the most distinctive Cartier designs. Created in the 80s and more contemporary than ever, it is a tru...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Steel
Cartier Tank Francaise Small Two Tone W51007Q4
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Francaise Small Model
Model Number: W51007Q4
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Case Size: 20mm
Dial: White Roman Numeral
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Bracelet: Stai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Current Model Cartier Medium 18k Yellow Gold Panthere Watch WJPN0016
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Current Model Cartier Medium 18k Yellow Gold Panthere Watch WJPN0016 - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel (29mm x 37mm). Silver dial with black Roman numerals. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Must de Cartier Gold Plated 925 Tank Trinity Dial Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Must de Cartier Gold Plated 925 Tank Trinity Dial Manual Wind
Brand: Cartier
Year: 1990’s
Model: Must De Tank
Case number: 61xxxxx
Reference: C04722
Case: 23mm Gold Plated 925 Case...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Gold Dial Watch. Vermeil ARGENT Small Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil).
Ref 5057001
Champagne Dial
New Leather Band.
Condition: New Battery installed.
...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver
Must de Cartier Tank Red Mystery Dial. Bordeaux ARGENT 925 Small Windup Watch
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil).
RARE Wine Red (Burgandy) Mystery Dial.
Manual Windup Movement
New Leather Band.
Cond...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver
Cartier Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Pendant Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Pendant Watch
Details:
The square platinum case measuring 23mm, with rose-cut diamond border and applied design.
Movement: manual-wind
Dial: E...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil Black Face
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch.
Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome
Rare Black dial.
Sapphire Cabochon Crown.
New Black Gucci Band.
--Have other colors if you prefer.
Condition: Wear consist...
Category
1990s Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil White Face
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch - Serviced.
ref. 1851
Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome
Rare Cream dial with square Roman numbers
Sapphire Cabochon Crown.
Condition: New Movement installed. ...
Category
1990s Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Cartier Pasha W31005H3 Serviced
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
The reference W31005H3 is a rare one, this vintage Cartier Pasha is the larger sized 38mm model that operates from a automatic movement that has just undergone a full service in our ...
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu Ladies 3008 WE900323 Diamond Bezel 18K White Gold Box
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier Ballon Bleu Ladies 3008 WE900323 Diamond Bezel 18K White Gold
Style Number: 3008
Model: Cartier Ladies Ballon Bleu
Case Material: 18K White Gold
Band: 18K White Gold
Bezel: F...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Panthère small 18K Gold & Stainless Steel Ladies Watch W/ Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Cartier Panthère small watch is an exquisite blend of sophistication and luxury. Its 22mm stainless steel case is complemented by an 18K yellow gold bezel, creating a stunning vi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel
Cartier - Cartier Tank Louis Mini 67117 - Women - 1980-1989
By Cartier
Located in Braintree, GB
An elegant Cartier Tank Louis Mini from 1986, featuring a rectangular case in 18kt yellow gold, iconic Roman numeral dial, and blue steel sword hands. The manual-winding movement is ...
Category
1980s European Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Ceinture Tricolor Reeded Bracelet Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This beautiful Cartier Ceinture is one of the rarer and lesser-known variations of the watch. Firstly, it is a Trinity version, also referred to as 'Trois Ors' in French. Cartier afi...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Pasha 18k Yellow Gold 42 MM Automatic Watch 2726 W3019551
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Pasha 18k Yellow Gold 42 MM Automatic Watch 2726 W3019551 - Automatic. Pasha. 18k yellow gold case with sapphire crown (42 mm diameter). Silver guilloche dial with blue hands...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Tonneau Duel Time Ladies Wristwatch, 18Kt, Vintage
By Cartier
Located in Manhasset, NY
A finely crafted timepiece with equal provenance. This stunning Cartier watch in its original never polished condition is simply a historical work of art. Acquired from a NYC Socilit...
Category
1980s French Contemporary Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu W6920046 36mm Guilloche Silver Dial Steel Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm (ref. W6920046) is a beautifully balanced and elegantly crafted timepiece that captures Cartier’s signature blend of style and sophistication. The stainl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Must de Cartier Tank Blue Mystery Dial. Vermeil ARGENT 925 Small Windup Watch
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil).
RARE Blue Mystery Dial.
Manual Windup Movement
New Gucci Leather Band.
Condition: Ha...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Must de Cartier Trinity Tank Watch. Large ARGENT Tricolor Windup Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil).
ref 6166123
RARE Manual Windup Movement
Details:
24mm by 31mm Case
Tricolor Trinity D...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Cartier 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Bracelet Concord Watch with Box
By Cartier
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Exquisite diamond accented vintage Cartier, this Art Deco 14 karat white gold bracelet hosts a Concord 17 jeweled manual wind movement CXC watch
with sa...
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Ladies’ Diamond Cocktail Watch 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite vintage Cartier ladies' diamond cocktail watch, crafted in 18K yellow gold with a heart-shaped tapered bracelet, elegantly signed Cartier Inc., Made in France 18Kts. The...
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Must XL WSTA0040 Ref 4342 Silver Dial Steel Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: WSTA0040 / Ref 4342
Year: 2021 - Now
Model: Cartier Tank Must XL
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: Leather Band
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Dial...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Cartier Paris gold plated tank watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1980s, this vintage Cartier Paris Tank watch blends classic styling with refined detail. It features a gold plated silver case measuring 28mm x 20mm, housing a quartz ...
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, Silver
Cartier Santos Large 4072 WSSA0030 Blue Dial Diamond Encrusted Steel Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 4072 / WSSA0030
Year: 2021
Model: Cartier Santos Large Model
Case Material: Custom Diamond Encrusted Stainless Steel Case
Band: Custom Diamond Encrusted S...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Vintage Must de Cartier Mystery Tank Watch. ARGENT Manual Black Dial Tank.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil).
Rare Black Mystery Dial with Windup Manual Movement.
ref 7007873
Condition: Has some d...
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Black Dial Watch Vermeil ARGENT Small Manual Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil).
Ref 3055582
RARE Black Roman Dial.
New Gucci Leather Band.
Manual Windup Movemen...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Pillar 5057001 Dial Watch Vermeil ARGENT Small Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil).
Ref 5057001
RARE Pillar Roman Dial
New Gucci Leather Band.
Condition: New Batter...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver
Cartier Must de Cartier Blue Lapis Dial – Mechanical Wind (1980s)
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
💙 Cartier Must de Cartier Blue Lapis Dial – Mechanical Wind (1980s)
An exquisite and highly sought-after vintage piece, this Must de Cartier features the rare and stunning blue lapi...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Base Metal
Cartier Roadster Chronograph XL Black Dial 43mm Ref. W62020X6
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model: Roadster Chronograph XL
Model Number: W62020X6
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Case Size: 43mm
Dial: Black
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Bracelet: Stainless Steel
Movem...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Cartier Panther 18k Yellow Gold Men's Quartz Watch with Date & Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panther 18k Yellow Gold Men's Quartz Watch with Date & Diamonds - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel (27mm x 38mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman ...
Category
20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Ballon Bleu de Cartier Wrist Watch 42mm
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 2018, 18k and Steel, by Cartier, France. Brilliantly everyday, this signature Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier is the ultimate casual luxury. Finely made in 18k yellow gold and s...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage Cartier PASHA C Automatic 2324. Rare Black Dial W31043M7.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch.
Cartier Pasha C
ref. 2324
W31043M7
Rare Black Dial.
35mm Case.
Automatic Movement.
Condition: Original Paperwork with Original Box.
Please ask for more d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Americaine XL Mens Watch, Ref. 1741 - 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
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Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
White Gold
Vintage Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil with Red Lacquer Dial – Mechanical
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A bold and stylish creation from the 1980s, this vintage Must de Cartier Paris watch reflects the maison’s flair for distinctive design and Parisian elegance. The rectangular case me...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Tank Divan Pink Mother of Pearl Dial Quartz Lady Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Divan Pink Mother of Pearl Dial Quartz Lady Watch
Measurements: 24mm long x 38.38mm wide,
Movement: Quartz
Dial: Pink Rose dial
Case: Stainless steel
Diameter: 32mm
S...
Category
20th Century Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu W6920046 Stainless Steel Automatic Watch With Card
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Cartier Ballon Bleu 3284 Men's Watch is a sophisticated timepiece that blends elegance with functionality. It features a 36mm stainless steel case and bezel, providing durability...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Roadster Pink Dial W62017V3 Stainless Steel Quartz Ladies Watch B&P
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Roadster W62017V3 is a distinctive and feminine take on one of Cartier’s most recognizable sport-luxury models. Crafted in polished stainless steel, the case features the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Rose Gold, Steel, and Diamond Panthere de Cartier Small Model
By Cartier
Located in Princeton, NJ
A rose gold, steel, and diamond set Cartier Panthere de Cartier wristwatch. This Panthere is accompanied by its original box and papers and comes with full links.
Since its launch i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold, Steel
Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Silver Dial Quartz Ladies Watch W51008Q3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Excellent condition. No original box and papers, comes with a chronostore box.
🕰️ General Information
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Française
Model Number: W51008Q3
Year...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Blue Desk Clock Gold Tone Alarm Ref 3038
By Cartier
Located in Montreal, QC
Cartier Ballon Blue Desk Clock, Gold tone with Alarm ref 3038, case number 667147GD , quartz operating, Roman Number ,case and Dial signed, Swiss m...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold-filled
Vintage Cartier PASHA C Automatic 2324. Rare RED Cherry Bordeaux Dial.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch.
Cartier Pasha C
ref. 2324
W3108299
Rare Red Burgundy Dial.
35mm Case.
Automatic Movement.
Condition: Has a smaller scratch on Crystal
Details:
Generic St...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Anglaise 22MM 18K Rose Gold Diamonds Watch 3580 WJTA0007
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. No original box and papers. Comes with a chronostore box.
Basic Information
Brand: Cartier
Model Name: Tank Anglaise
Model Number: 3580 WJTA0007
Type:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Panther 18k Yellow Gold Men's Quartz Watch with Date W25014B9
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panther 18k Yellow Gold Men's Quartz Watch with Date W25014B9 - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case (27mm x 37mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals and date at 3 o'clock...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Tank Louis 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch on Leather Band 2442
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Louis 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch on Leather Band 2442 - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case (22mm x 30mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals. New Cartier Strap ban...
Category
20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Panthère Ruban W61001T9 Pink Mother of Pearl Watch Box Papers Set
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Panthère Ruban W61001T9 is a refined timepiece that exemplifies Cartier's commitment to blending classic design with luxurious craftsmanship. Crafted from polished stainl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier 18k Gold, Enamel, and Chalcedony Pendant Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18k Gold, Enamel, and Chalcedony Pendant Watch.
Art Deco; the round cream-toned dial with applied Roman numeral indicators; enclosing a manual-wind movement; signed on dial;...
Category
20th Century Cartier Watches
Materials
Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Enamel
Brand New Cartier Pasha WGPA0026 with Original Box and Papers 18K Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand - Cartier
Model - Pasha
Reference number - WGPA0026
Movement - Automatic
Case material - Rose gold
Bracelet material - Crocodile skin
Year of production - 2022
Condition - ...
Category
2010s European Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Française 1830 Chronograph 18K Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Française Chronograph Ref. 1830 in solid 18K yellow gold featuring silver dial, quartz movement, and integrated gold bracelet. Includes...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold
CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier.
This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$17,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Ronde Solo Steel Automatic Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Princeton, NJ
A large unworn Cartier Ronde Solo, a stainless steel wristwatch with an automatic movement featuring a date window at 3 o'clock and a seconds hand. Model reference is W6701011, circa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Tank Américaine 18k White Gold Full Set – 1994 Quartz – Ref. 3012905
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Cartier Tank Américaine in 18k White Gold – Full Set
This elegant Cartier Tank Américaine watch, crafted in solid 18k white gold, comes as a full set with original box and papers. I...
Category
1990s French Aesthetic Movement Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$8,014 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier gold plated Tank watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Cartier Tank watch embodies timeless sophistication, featuring an 18k gold electroplated case paired with a classic burgundy leather strap. Powered by a manual movement,...
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Baignoire 18K yellow gold medium size , 31 x 23 mm Circa 2020.
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Carter Baignoire MM size (Medium), made in 18K yellow gold, measuring 31 x 23mm. The watch looks New and has not been worn, and is accompanied with a new Carter strap and buckle in 1...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthère 18k White Gold 27mm Quartz 1991 Box Only, Full Links
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Cartier Panthère watch in 18k white gold, manufactured in 1991. The watch comes with its original box but without papers. It features a 27mm case, quartz movement, and is presented w...
Category
1990s French Aesthetic Movement Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$17,443 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Revelation D'Une Panthere Rose Gold Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Cartier Diamond and Gold 'Révélation d'Une Panthère' wristwatch is a masterpiece of luxury and craftsmanship, designed to capture the imagination and enchant the senses. Encased ...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
1940's Cartier Vintage Art Deco Mens Top Hat Wristwatch - Palladium & Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
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1940's CARTIER Vintage Art Deco Mens Top Hat Wristwatch - Palladium & Diamonds
Exceedingly Rare Cartier "Top Hat" - Original Cresarrow Case - 1 Year Warranty
Today's offering showcases this exceptionally rare and supremely elegant mens Cartier "Top Hat" watch made for the U.S. market.
Popularized by Ginger Roger and Fred Astaire in their award-winning musical of the same name, the phrase came to stand for the glittering elegance associated with 1930's and 40's American high society. Patek Philippe, Cartier, and a few other fine Swiss houses embraced this idea by offering an exclusive Top Hat model as part their other gentlemen's wristwatch selections.
Patek Philippe chose to build their model entirely in-house, while Cartier enlisted the help of the one of the best American case manufacturers of the day, Cresarrow of New York. Founded by Henry Blank in the late nineteenth century, Cresarrow contracted with Patek Philippe, Vacheron & Constantin, Tiffany, Cartier, IWC and also at times a few lesser known houses to build some of the beautiful examples of their early wristwatch cases.
For this special...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Palladium
Cartier Baignoire Allongée 18K Rose Gold Ladies Watch WJBA0006
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Baignoire Allongée 18K Rose Gold Ladies Watch WJBA0006 - Manual movement. 18K Rose Gold with factory diamond bezel ( 47 x 21 mm). Si...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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. - 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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