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 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
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 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 Panthere Mini WF3141B9 18K Yellow gold Diamond Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere 2360 ladies watch. 17mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold bezel & diamond set. Off-White dial with Blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour markers. 18K yello...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Americaine de Cartier 2490 Women's Watch in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Americaine de Cartier 2490 Women's Watch in 18k White Gold
SKU: 134778
PRIMARY DETAILS
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Americaine de Cartier
Country of Origin: Switzerland
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
White Gold
Vintage Cartier Tank Paris 18K Yellow Gold & Pave Dial Bezel Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Paris Ladies Watch. 24mm 18K yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel. Factory pave dial with blue steel hands. 18K yellow gold associated bracelet with 18K yellow go...
Category
1970s Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Santos Dumont Diamond-Set 2650 18K yellow Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Full Set All original factory set diamond Cartier Santos Dumont yellow Gold and Diamond-Set Watch
This Cartier 'Santos Dumont' watch from the 2010s is meticulously crafted from pi...
Category
1990s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
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 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
Cartier Baignoire Mini WGBA0044 (WGBA0018) 'Ladies' Yellow Gold Quartz (2025)
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Baignoire Mini WGBA0044 is a refined and elegant timepiece that epitomizes the brand's commitment to luxury and timeless design. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the case feat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
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 18K Yellow Gold W/Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Ladies Watch. 22mm 18K yellow gold case. 18K yellow gold smooth bezel. Off-White dial with blue steel hands and Roman numeral hour markers. Minute markers on the inn...
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 Santos 100 XL 2656 W20072X7
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A 38mm Santos XL wristwatch crafted in yellow gold & stainless steel. Featuring a silver dial with roman numerals and Cartier's own hidden signature at 'VII'. Complimenting the dial ...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Baignoire W15133L2 18K white Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Baignoire 1955 Ladies Watch. 22mm by 30mm 18k white gold case non bezel. Ivory dial with blue hands and roman numeral hour markers. 18K white gold bracelet with hidden Butter...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier 18k Gold Tank Francaise Chronograph XL Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph XL in 18K Gold In Leather Strap. Quartz movement with 28mm case and 3 subdails chronograph function. Keeps perfect time, complete with original box...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Retro Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
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
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Date Circa 2000
Gender Unisex / Women
B...
Category
Early 2000s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Steel, Stainless Steel, Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Two-Tones Santos Date Quartz Galbee Quartz 1566, 1990-2000's
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier
Model: Santos Galbée 1566
Year: 1990-2000’s
Serial Number: 45xxxxxx
Reference: C04?
Case: Large 29 x 41mm Stainless Steel & 18K Yellow Gold Case; Show sign of wear w...
Category
1990s French Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
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 Tank Americaine in silver and Mechanical automatic winding
By Cartier
Located in Paris, IDF
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Américaine
Reference: 3972
Dial: silver
Movement: Cartier mechanical automatic winding
Case: Steel, no. 114163XX
Year: Around 2...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cartier Watches
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 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 Panthere Large W25039L6 Two Tone W/Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Large W25039L6 / 1060 Mens Watch. 29mm 18K yellow gold case with 18K yellow gold smooth bezel. Grey dial with gold steel hands and gold Roman numeral hour markers. T...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier santos 100 W200728G 18K Two-Tone W/Card 7/24 silver dial
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Santos-100 W200728G Mens Watch. 41.3 mm stainless steel case with 18K yellow gold fixed bezel and silver dial with black steel luminous hands and black Roman numeral hour mar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Amazing Cartier Tank Française Automatic Wrist watch in silver
By Cartier
Located in Paris, IDF
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Française
Reference: 2302
Dial: Silver guilloché
Date: Yes, at 6:00
Calibre: Cartier automatic mechanical
Case: Steel
Dimensions:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cartier Watches
Cartier Baignoire Mini WGBA0021 Yellow Gold Quartz (2024)
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Cartier Baignoire Mini WGBA0021 in yellow gold is a refined and timeless timepiece, exemplifying the brand’s commitment to luxury and elegance. Crafted i...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow 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 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 Cougar 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier
MODEL: Cougar
REFRENCE: 887904
SIZE: 32mm
CASE: 18k Yellow Gold
DIAL: White
BAND: 18k Yellow Gold
MOVEMENT: Quartz
Very Good condition
Rare bracelet
No box or papers
...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
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
Cartier Audemars Piguet 1970s Yellow Gold Tank Mechanical mid size Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 Cartier classic Tank Wrist Watch, 20 x 20 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, Sapphire crown. 20 Jewel, Audemars Piguet Manual wind...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Pasha 18k Yellow Gold 2399 Automatic 32mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Providence, RI
As one of Cartier’s most iconic models, this excellent timepiece is a must have. Made from only the best materials, sporting a round case crafted in solid 18k yellow gold in addition...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu W69004Z2 36mm 18K Rose Gold Custom Diamond Bezel 2 CT B&P
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm (reference W69004Z2) is a refined timepiece that exemplifies Cartier's commitment to blending classic design with modern elegance. Crafted from 18K rose...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
Cartier Baignoire Mini WGBA0019 Rose Gold Quartz (2024)
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Cartier Baignoire is crafted in a rose gold case and matching bracelet. The silvered dial hosts the blue sword hands and Roman numeral hour markers, clas...
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
Cartier Santos 100 Jumbo 18K and Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Santos 100, Reference 2656 Wrist Watch, 36 X 39 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece Water resistant case with 18k Yellow Gold Bezel, sapphire set crown, Automatic, Self W...
Category
2010s French Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel
Cartier Panthere 18K Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Mid Size Ref 1280/2 Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Presenting the Cartier Panthère 18K Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Mid Size Ref 1280/2 Watch, a true symbol of elegance and sophistication. This ladies' model is crafted in luxurious 18...
Category
20th Century French Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris and Edmond Jaeger Seed Pearl and Diamond Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Dating from the 1910s, this early platinum, seed pearl and diamond wristwatch was created by Cartier Paris in collaboration with Edmond Jaeger and European Watch & Clock. The square ...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl
Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil Brown ladies
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch.
Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome
Brown Face
Condition: Comes with Original Cartier case . Wear and tarnish consistent with age and normal wear.
New battery ins...
Category
1990s Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Amazing Cartier Tank Française Automatic Wrist watch in silver
By Cartier
Located in Paris, IDF
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Française
Reference: 2302
Dial: Silver guilloché
Date: Yes, at six o'clock
Movement: Cartier automatic mechanical
Case: Steel
D...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cartier Watches
Cartier Panther Yellow Gold Large Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Panther collection Wrist Watch, 29 x 29 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 3 piece case, Quartz movement, Sapphire Crown, white dial with Black Roman numerals, calendar window a...
Category
Early 2000s French Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vendome Large Vermeil Must de Cartier Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier, Must De Cartier Vendome collection Wrist Watch, 30 MM Vermeil, ( Gold Plate on Sterling Silver ) 2 piece case. Quartz Movement, Sapphire Crown, Black dial with Si...
Category
Early 2000s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Vermeil
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 Tank Francaise Ref 2365 White Gold and Diamond Ladies Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2010 Cartier Tank Francaise Reference 2365 Ladies Wrist Watch, 16 x 20 M.M. 18k White Gold 2 Piece water resistant case with Factory set Diamonds on case sides. Quartz movement, Silver - White dial with Black Roman numerals.9/16 inch wide bracelet with fold over Deployment clasp, wrist size 7 inches with removable links. An excellent condition, one owner, seldom worn watch. recently serviced by a Cartier Certified...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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 Tank American Yellow Gold and Diamond Pave Chronograph Wrist watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Tank American ( Americaine ) Reference 1730 2 Register Chronograph Wrist Watch, 35 X 26 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece water resistant case with 3 rows of fine white...
Category
Early 2000s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos Large Customized Watch
By Cartier
Located in Massafra, IT
Original Cartier WSSA0018 Men's Santos Large Size With Date Customized F/VS1 24.90 Cts Diamonds.
Complete with box and paper .
Note: Diamonds are aftermarket.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Cartier 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 Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier, Louis Cartier, Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 24 X 18 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, quartz movement, white dial with Black Roman numerals, Sapphire crown. 1/2 inch wide Cartier link bracelet with Deployment buckle. Wrist Size 6 1/2 inches. Recently serviced by a Cartier certified...
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier 18Kt. Tank European Watch & Clock Co. w/ Engine Turned Dial 1920 / 30's
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Watch Company
STYLE / REFERENCE: Tank Style / Art Deco
METAL / MATERIAL: 18 Kt. Solid Gold
CIRCA / YEAR: 1920 / 30's
DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X 23mm W...
Category
1930s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Unused Cartier 18 Karat Gold & 14mm Leather Wrist Watch Band
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine vintage unused Cartier 18 karat gold and leather wrist watch band.
With a dark brown leather alligator skin pattern.
The buckle has the mirrored C Cartier signature logo.
Simply a great watch band!
Date:
20th Century
Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as-pictured, unused estate condition with some very fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.
Fineness:
Marked 18k for gold fineness. Professionally tests at 18K
Marks:
Cartier CC...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
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 Mini Pasha 'Diamond Case'
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Originally designed for the Pasha of Marrakech, this is the Pasha de Cartier. This 27mm 'mini' with a diamond set bezel is in superb condition, and is fitted to a solid 18ct rose gol...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
Must de Cartier 21 Women's Two Tone Stainless Steel Quartz Watch Vintage 1340
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Must de Cartier 21 Women's Two Tone Stainless Steel Quartz Watch Vintage 1340
Movement #90.06
Case #1340.PL1419XX
Stainless Steel Case w/ Roman Numeral Bezel
28 mm in Diameter
Lug-t...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ref 2998 Ballon Bleu 42mm 18K Yellow Gold Leather Band
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2998
Model: Ballon Bleu
Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold
Band: Brown Leather
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
Dial: Silver
Face: Sapphire Crystal
...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
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
Cartier Tortue WA507031 18K Rose Gold & Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tortue WA507031 / 2645 Ladies Watch. 28mm 18K rose gold case with factory diamond set. Silver dial with blue hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Dark-Brown strap with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Must de Cartier 21 Women's Stainless Steel Quartz Watch Vintage 1340
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Must de Cartier 21 Women's Stainless Steel Quartz Watch Vintage 1340
Movement #690
Case #1340.PL2372XX
Stainless Steel Case w/ Roman Numeral Bezel
28 mm in Diameter
Lug-to-Lug Dista...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs
1stDibs offers a range of Cartier watches. These unique items were designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While searching for the most stylish antique or vintage Cartier jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Cartier diamond watches can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, from our inventory of 221. This collection contains 1,093 pieces as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. Modern and contemporary are among the most popular styles of Cartier watches on 1stDibs. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 21st Century and Contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider watches by Bulgari, Patek Philippe and Chopard. Cartier watches can vary in price, gemstone, time period and other attributes. Price for these items starts at US$795 and tops out at US$1,400,000, while pieces like these can sell for US$7,916 on average.
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Questions About Cartier Watches
- Is a Cartier watch worth it?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Many watch lovers believe that Cartier watches are worth it. The French luxury house is one of the most well-known and internationally revered watchmakers in the world. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch, one of the world's first modern wrist watches for men. Cartier’s other famous watches include the Tank watch, inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Cartier watches is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find Cartier watches and other watches for sale on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 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. - 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.
- 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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