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 Tank Americaine 28 mm x 19 mm 18K White Gold Silver Dial Watch W2601956
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned excellent condition, Unworn band. No original box and papers. Comes with chronostore box.
General Information:
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Américaine
Model Number: 2489
Typ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
White Gold
Cartier Ronde Louis 18K Rose Gold Diamond Silver Dial Hand Wind Watch WR000651
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned fair condition. Visible Signs of wear on the strap. The original box and papers are not included.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph Stainless Steel Ref. 2303
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model Name: Tank Francaise
Reference Number 2303
Movement: Quartz
Material: Stainless Steel
Dial: White with Black Roman Numeral Hour Markers
Case Size: 28mm
Case Shap...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Anglaise de Cartier WT100008 Women's Watch in White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Anglaise de Cartier WT100008 Women's Watch in White Gold
SKU: 136929
PRIMARY DETAILS
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Anglaise de Cartier
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Mov...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
White Gold
Cartier Tank Française Certified 1830
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph XL in 18K Gold In Leather Strap. Quartz movement with 28mm case and three subdial chronograph functions.
Category
20th Century Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Solo W5200005 Stainless Steel Leather Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301293
Comes With Box Only
Date 2018
Model W5200005
Serial Number 31**********
Metal Stainless steel
Weight Approximately 30.43 g
Condition Excellent
Other Info Approximate dim...
Category
2010s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch embodies timeless sophistication. Its sleek stainless steel case exudes a modern charm, while the iconic dial showcases a blend of l...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tortue Watch 18k Gold and Diamond
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless elegance of the Cartier Tortue Watch—a stunning blend of luxury and craftsmanship. This large-sized (43mm x 38mm) master...
Category
2010s European Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Must 21 Chronoscaph Stainless Steel Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier Must 21 Chronoscaph Stainless Steel Watch
Stainless steel case with roman numerals and black baton dial with iconic Cartier logo pattern.
Featuring a date indicator at 4 o’...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
CARTIER Estate Stainless Steel Tank Française Watch
By Cartier
Located in Narberth, PA
This sleek and stylish estate watch is a signed Cartier timepiece! The Swiss made watch, which is a Tank Française, has a stainless steel design with a square-shaped face and gate-li...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Panthere Vendome 8839647 Large 18k Yellow Gold Large Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Vendome 8839647 large ladies watch. 29.6mm 18K yellow gold case. 18K yellow gold bezel. Ivory dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. 18k ye...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Declaration 16 X 31mm 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Titanium Ladies Watch 2611
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned and in Excellent condition. Brand new band.
General Information
Brand: Cartier
Type: Wristwatch
Department: Women
Model Name: Cartier Declaration
Model Number: 2611
Countr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Titanium
Cartier Roadster Diamond White Gold 18K Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier Roadster Diamond White Gold 18K Wristwatch.
Signed Cartier, numbered and marked.
Fully polished.
Wrist length: 15.5 centimeters.
Additional links available on request. Extra...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Paris Vendome pm 2-Small Tone Watch 26mm Manual wind. Circa 1973-1976
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Cartier Paris Vintage Vendome pm watch; made in 18K white and yellow gold (2-tone). This is the pm (small size), circa 1973-1976. The watch meas...
Category
Late 20th Century European Art Deco Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
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 Roadster 31mm 18K Yellow Gold Silver Dial Box Papers W62018Y5
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pristine condition Cartier Roadster W62018Y5 is a sophisticated timepiece that embodies the brand's commitment to blending classic design with luxurious craftsmanship. Crafted from s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Tank 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Cartier Tank 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch - Mechanical. 18K Yellow gold ; blue sapphire cabochon in crown (24mm diameter). White dial with bl...
Category
20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Santos 18k Yellow Gold And Stainless "Spider" Burgundy Dial Ref 0902
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
A rare and unique find, this Cartier Santos features the eye-catching "spider" burgundy dial paired with a matching burgundy cabochon crown. A true statement piece, this watch combin...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
$5,120 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Vendome DIAMOND Watch. Must de Cartier Round ARGENT 925 Vermeil Quartz
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch.
Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome
Rare Diamond Spider Dark Brown dial.
Sapphire Cabochon Crown.
Condition: Wear consistent with age. New GUCCI genuine...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Cartier Santos Vendome 81914 Large 18k Yellow Gold Ghost Dial
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Vendôme Ladies Watch features a 32.5 mm case made of 18K yellow gold. It has an 18K yellow gold bezel and a unique ghost dial with gold ...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier 21 Must de Cartier 28 mm Stainless steel 9010 Women’s Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 21 Must de Cartier 28 mm Stainless steel 9010 Women’s Watch
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Model
Must De 21
Reference Number
9010
Gender
Unisex
Metal
Stain...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Cartier Tank Must 29.5mm Roman Silver Dial Calf Skin Steel Quartz Watch WSTA0110
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Louis Cartier created the Tank watch in 1917. A legend was born. The first prototype was presented as a gift to General Pershing some years before the watch was introduced into the m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Yellow Gold Octagon Midsize Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Cartier Santos Octagon Mid Size Wrist Watch, 30 M.M. 3 piece Octagon Water proof case, Automatic, self winding movement, White dial with Black Roman numerals, sweep second...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980’s Mechanical Must de Cartier Black Dial
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A striking rectangular watch from 1980 by Cartier.
Crafted in vermeil, this exquisite piece features an 18k gold-plated sterling silver case.
The watch face is minimalist, with ele...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Vermeil
Cartier Paris Vendome 2-Tone Large Watch 34mm, Manual wind, Circa. 1973-1976
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
This Vintage Cartier Paris Vendome watch is the extra large size, and measures 34mm; circa 1973-1976. The watch is made in 18 Kar...
Category
1970s European Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Santos Vendôme Ref. 8192 - 32mm, Quartz
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
The Cartier Santos Vendôme Ref. 8192 is a refined and classic timepiece with a 32mm case. It features an elegant Roman numeral dial that embodies Cartier's signature style. Powered b...
Category
20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
$2,683 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Santos 100 Ref. 2656 Two Tone Steel 18k Gold 38mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model Name: Santos 100
Model Number: 2656
Movement: Automatic
Case Size: 38 mm
Dial Color: White
Metal: Stainless Steel / 18k Yellow Gold
Hour Markers: Roman N...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Baignoire 1954 18K Yellow Gold W/Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Pre-owned Cartier Baignoire 1954 Ladies Watch. 22mm by 30mm 18k Yellow Gold case non bezel. Ivory dial with blue hands and roman numeral hour ma...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Riviera Paris Vintage Yellow Gold Ladies Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Riviera Paris Wrist Watch, 23 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, Sapphire crown, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind movement, White dial with Black Roman numerals. ...
Category
1970s French Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu 42mm 18K Rose Gold and Steel Chocolate Box Papers W6920032
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Ballon Bleu 42mm (reference W6920032) is a distinguished timepiece that seamlessly blends classic design with contemporary elegance. Crafted from a harmonious combinatio...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Rare King George VI Gold Five Pound Coin Watch C1937
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
Cartier. A Rare and Highly Important King George VI Gold Five Pound Coin Watch, C1937.
Dial: The plain silver dial signed Cartier with black Roman numerals and outer minute track with blued steel moon hands complimenting the dial beautifully.
Case: The very rare and highly important King George VI Gold Five pound coin minted in 1937, the year of his coronation. The back of the coin has Saint George fighting the dragon Symbolizing the triumph of good over evil and the victory of the Christian spirit over the forces of evil. The secret button on the side of the case presses in to reveal the watch. The watch can be tilted upwards so that it can sit on a desk.
Movement: The extra flat fully jewelled Swiss nickel finished movement signed Le Coultre Co. The movement is fully jewelled to the centre abor with compensation balance, blued steel hairspring and fast slow regulation. The winding and hand setting crown is located at the three o'clock position.
This is a very rare gold coin...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Paris Vintage Tank Lc Large, "Extra Thin", circa 1975-1980
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Cartier Paris Vintage Tank LC GM Extra Thin, Large size made in 18K yellow 1st series, Circa 1975-1980. The watch measures 24 x 30 x 4.4mm thick...
Category
1970s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Americane Mm Ladies 18k; Discontinued, circa 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Cartier American Tank, MM Ladies 18K yellow gold watch measuring 20 x 35mm. The watch if fitted with a quartz movement, and is acc...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Art Deco Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
90's Cartier Must 21 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful vintage Cartier Must 21 steel watch Quartz
Condition : good
Made in Switzerland
Model: Must 21
Material : mat and shiny steel
Hardware : steel and gold plated metal
Moveme...
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold Plate, Steel
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 1630 Quartz Tank Obus, 1990's
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier
Model: Cartier Tank Obus 1630
Year: 1990’s
Serial Number: CC6xxxx
Reference: OT2238
Case: 25 x 25 mm 18K Yellow Gold Case. Shows signs of wear with slight polished ...
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu W6920033 Mother of Pearl Steel/18k Rose Gold 36mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model Name: Ballon Bleu
Reference Number: W6920033
Movement: Automatic self-winding movement
Material: Stainless Steel / 18k Rose Gold
Dial: Mother of Pearl with Black...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Pearl, Rose Gold, Steel
Cartier Mid Size Tank Obus Ref. 1630 Yellow Gold and Diamonds Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Tank Obus Reference 1630 Wrist Watch, 18K Yellow Gold 30 X 25 MM water resistant 2 piece case with 2 rows of Factory set Diamonds totaling approximately 2 carats...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Pasha de Cartier 41mm Flinque Dial Steel & 18K Gold Watch W2PA0009
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Pasha de Cartier watch, 41 mm, mechanical movement with automatic winding, caliber 1847 MC. Steel case, 18K yellow gold bezel, fluted crown cap and crown set with synthetic spinels, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Pasha 38mm Stainless Steel Watch with Aftermarket Diamonds Roman Dial
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier Pasha Roman Dial Diamond Stainless Steel Watch – Elegance Meets Luxury
Brand: Cartier
Model: Pasha
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Case Diameter: 38mm
Bezel: Stainless Ste...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel, Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu 3195 W6920005 42mm Chronograph 18K White Gold Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 3195 / W6920005
Year: 2019
Model: Cartier Ballon Bleu
Case Material: 18K White Gold
Band: Leather
Bezel: 18K White Gold
Dial: Silver Dial
Face: Sapphire Crystal
...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
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 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 Panthere WF4037B9 Large 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Large Watch. 29mm 18K yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel. Off-White dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Minute markers on the i...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Chronoflex Ref. 2312 18k White Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model Name: Tank Chronoflex
Model Number: 2312
Movement: Quartz
Case Size 27 x 45 mm
Case Material: 18k White Gold
Case Shape: Rectangle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, White Gold
Cartier Pasha W3004856 Automatic 18k Yellow Gold W/Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Pasha W3004856 Watch. 35mm 18k yellow gold case with a stationary bezel. Patina dial with blue steel hands. Magnified date. 18k yellow gold chained crown cover with blue cabo...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Panthere Large W25014B9 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Large Watch. 29mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold smooth bezel, and solid gold case back. Off-White dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Panthère W25029b6 Panthere Ladies 18k Yellow Gold And Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier Ladies Panthere wristwatch is a luxurious and elegant timepiece. Crafted in 18k yellow gold and stainless steel, it features an off-white dial with Roman numeral indices...
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Paris Centure Collection Wrist Watch, 18k Yellow Gold 27 X 27 M.M. 2 Piece stepped case. 17 jewel mechanical, manual wind movement. White Dial with Black Roman nu...
Category
1970s French Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Paris Gold and Diamond 'Trocadero' Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Paris Gold and Diamond 'Trocadero' Ladies Watch - Quartz. 18K Yellow gold ( 20x 25 mm). White dial with black Roman numerals signed Cartier; single cut diamond set bezel. Di...
Category
20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Panthère Medium Model Steel 18k Yellow Gold Watch W2PN0007
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-1818
Brand Cartier
Model No. W2PN0007
Retail Price £9,050 incl. VAT / $10,000 / € 10 800 incl. VAT
____________________________________
Date Circa 2000
Gender Unisex / Women
B...
Category
Early 2000s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Steel, Stainless Steel, Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu Two Timezone GMT W6920027 18K Rose Steel Quartz Silver Dial
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Ballon Bleu Two Timezone GMT (reference W6920027) is a refined timepiece that exemplifies Cartier's commitment to blending classic design with practical functionality. Cr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Solo XL W5200028/3800 Stainless Steel Mens Watch Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Solo XL W5200028 / 3800 Mens Watch. 31mm X 40.5mm lug to lug, stainless steel case. Silver dial with blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour markers. The date is display...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ronde Louis 18K Rose Gold Diamond White Dial Hand Wind Watch WR007001
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-Owned in good condition. Factory Set 60 brilliant-cut diamond bezel. The band shows signs of wear. It comes with an original box but papers are not included.
General Information...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu W2BB0030 Ref 4372 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Box Paper 2021
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: W2BB0030 / Ref 4372
Year: 2021
Model: Ballon Bleu
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: Stainless Steel
Face: Sapphire Crysta...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
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 Vendome Small Size with Black Dial circa 1975-1985
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
This Vintage Cartier Paris Vendome Black Dial watch is the small size, circa 1975-1980. It is 18K yellow gold and measures 26mm with mechanical manual wind 17 jewel movement. It has a Cartier crocodile...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
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 Stainless Steel Self Winding Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2005 Cartier Pasha Reference 1031 Wrist Watch, 35 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece water resistant case with watertight lock down Crown. Automatic, self winding movement. Silver s...
Category
Early 2000s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Casque Collection Diamond Set White Gold 18K Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Cartier Casque Collection Diamond Set White Gold 18K Wristwatch.
Signed Cartier, numbered and marked.
White gold 18K box set with brilliant-cut diamonds, silver sunburst-patterned d...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$15,840 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Ballon Blanc 18 Karat Gold Diamond Bezel Mother of Pearl Dial Watch
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful Cartier 18K gold wristwatch from Cartier’s Ballon Blanc collection with the most stunning diamond as the focal point! Do not miss out on this timelessly elegant Cartier diamond watch...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond
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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