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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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Cartier Ref 2650 W2006951 Santos Dumont 18 Rose Gold Leather Strap
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2650 / W2006951 Model: Santos Dumont Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: Brown Leather Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 44.6mm x 34.6mm Includes:...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Tank Louis White Gold W1541056
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A white gold Tank Louis by Cartier. Featuring a silver dial with Roman numerals, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, and a secret Cartier signature at X. The crown is set with a blue sap...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 21 Must de Cartier Ref.1340
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Cartier 21 Must de Cartier Quartz – Ref. 1340 The Cartier 21 Must de Cartier, reference 1340, is an elegant timepiece crafted with timeless appeal and sophisticated design. Produced...
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19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Antique Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

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...
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2010s Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Diamond

Cartier EWC Vintage Large Yellow Gold Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1954 Cartier Wrist Watch, 36.5 M.M 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece Cartier numbered case with water resistant back. 17 Jewel, Mechanical, Manual wind Caliber P4504C EWC, European Watch...
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1950s French Vintage Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Baignoire 18K Yellow Gold Watch WGBA0050 Size 17
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Baignoire 18K Yellow Gold Watch WGBA0050 Size 17 - Quartz. 18K Yellow gold (18 mm). Silver dial with blue hands and black R...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

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...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Colisee Round Argent Vermeil 59002 Black
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Must de Cartier Colisee 59002 RARE Black Face Condition: Comes with Original case . Several scratches consist...
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1990s Modern Cartier Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Cartier Pasha de Cartier White Dial Diamonds Halo Grid 18 Karat White Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Oakton, VA
Cartier Pasha de Cartier White Dial Diamonds Halo Grid 18 Karat White Gold Watch - 18K Gold White Gold - 7.2 inches length - 144 grams weight...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cartier Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Colisee Round Argent Vermeil 1902 Gold
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Must de Cartier Colisee 1902 RARE Gold Face Condition: Comes with Original case and Paperwork . Several scrat...
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1990s Modern Cartier Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Cartier Stainless Steel Mother of Pearl Ladies Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Cartier ladies Stainless Steel Ruban with blue mother of pearl dial and quartz. Cartier movement. Back set. 7 Inches in length- can be shortened 75.3 grams Length: 22mm Width: 21mm Band width at case: 21mm Case thickness: 6.30mm Band: Stainless steel leather panther...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Americaine 26mm W26055L1
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Tank Americaine XL in 18k white gold with white dial , date display above the 6 and black Roman numeral hour markers. Auto w/ sweep seconds and date. 26 mm width x 45 mm leng...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Santos Ronde Large Steel and 18k Gold Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1997 Cartier Santos Ronde Reference 1910, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Water Resistant case with 18k Yellow Gold Bezel, Sapphire Crown, automatic, self winding movement, Whi...
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1990s French Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Cartier Pasha WSPA0018 Chronograph Ref 4363 Chronograph Stainless Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: WSPA0018 Model: Cartier Pasha Chronograph Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Silver Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Si...
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2010s Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Pasha Seatimer W301980M 3066 Chronograph 18K Rose Gold Ceramic Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: W301980M 3066 Year: 2019 Model: Cartier Pasha Seatimer Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: 18K Rose Gold & Rubber Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Black...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Santos Dumont 2649 18 kt. Yellow Gold, Full Set!
By Cartier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Cartier Santos Dumont 2649 18 kt. Yellow Gold, Full Set! collectors Watch Model: Santos Dumont Ref number: 2649 Movement : Mechanical Manual Winding Case : 18 kt. yellow Gold 35 mm x 44 mm x 5.5 mm, Sapphire crystal, Water resistance 30 m Dial: White / Silvery dial with black Roman numerals Strap: Brown leather strap with 18 kt. gold Cartier folding clasp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Paris Vendome Small Watch manual wind. Choice of Black or Roman
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Vintage Cartier Vendome Watch. This Vintage Cartier Paris Vendome watch is the small size, circa 1975-1980. The watch is made in 18K yellow gold and measures 26mm in diameter. The watch is fitted with a Cartier mechanical manual wind 17 jewel movement. It has a Cartier crocodile...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Rotonde Large Date Retrograde Dual Time Day Night Box Papers W1556368
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Rotonde de Cartier, reference W1556368, is a sophisticated timepiece that combines classic design with practical complications. Housed in a 42mm stainless steel case, it ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Ref 2848 Roadster Chronograph XL 18K Rose Gold Leather Strap Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: Ref 2848 Year: 2019 Model: Roadster Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: Leather Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Brown Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 47m...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Panthere W4PN0008 Ref 4016 Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: W4PN0008 / Ref 4016 Model: Cartier Panthere Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Original Diamond Bezel Dial: Silver Face: Sapphire Crystal ...
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2010s Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

MINT Cartier Panthere Small WGPN0006 18K Rose Gold Ladies Watch Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
At once a watch and jewel, the Panthère de Cartier timepiece is one of the most distinctive Cartier designs. Born in the 80s and more contemporary than ever, it is a true style icon ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank Americaine 2312 Chronograph 18k White Gold 27 mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Model Number: 2312 Case Material: 18K White Gold Dial: White with Roman numeral hour markers Complications: Chronograph Bezel: 18k White Gold Case Dimensions: 27x45 mm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

2023 Cartier Tank Francaise Large WSTA0067 Silver Roman Dial Steel Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: WSTA0067 Serial: 4469******** Year: 2023 Model: Cartier Tank Francaise Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Silver Roman Fa...
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Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Baignoire Small WGBA0025 Yellow Gold Quartz (2024)
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Jewels Aficionado offers the Cartier Baignoire Small WGBA0025 is a refined representation of Cartier’s timeless elegance, crafted in luxurious ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K YG Trianon Ultra Thin Paris Dial Large Size 96055 w/Bracelet, 1970s
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier Model: Trianon Year: 1970-1980’s Serial Number: 96055xxxx Reference: C04214 Introducing the vintage Cartier Trianon, a true masterpiece...
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1970s French Vintage Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Ronde Solo 36 MM steel Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Ronde Solo Wrist Watch, 36 M.M 2 Piece stainless steel water resistant case, Sapphire crown, Sapphire Glass Crystal. Silver dial with Black Roman numerals and a C...
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2010s French Cartier Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Santos 100 Reference 2878 Stainless Steel on Leather Strap
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2878 Year: 2007 Model: Cartier Santos 100 Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Leather Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Silver Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 33mm x 4...
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Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Classic Yellow Gold Manual Wind Unisex Tank Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Cartier Tank collection Wrist Watch, 23 X 22 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, 17 Jewel Cartier Inc. mechanical, manual wind movement, Sapphire Crown, White dial with Bl...
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1980s French Vintage Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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 ...
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2010s Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Gold, Stainless 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 ...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise Mid Size Unisex Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Tank Francaise, Reference 2465 Mid Size Wrist Watch, 25 x 20 M.M. Stainless Steel Water Resistant Case. Quartz Movement, Silvered White Dial with Black Roman Numer...
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2010s French Cartier Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Chronograph Wristwatch Ref 2303
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Embrace timeless elegance with the Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Chronograph Wristwatch, Ref 2303. This exquisite timepiece is a masterful blend of tradition and innovation, featuring a meticulously crafted stainless steel band that is both durable and stylish. Quartz movement. It features a square face, white dial with Roman numeral markers that exudes classic charm.. Its refined chronograph functionality offers precision and practicality, capturing every second with the grace synonymous with Cartier. The Tank Francaise design, a hallmark of sophistication, wraps your wrist with a touch of luxury, while its Experience the allure of a watch that stands the test of time, redefining how you keep yours.quartz movement. Stainless Steel Length: 36mm Width: 28mm Case thickness: 6.7mm Bracelet width at case: 19mm Bracelet length: 7.25 inches Bracelet: Stainless Steel with deployant buckle Cartier Crystal: Sapphire Dial: Authentic Cartier Chronograph Outside case: Cartier Swiss Made 2303...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Cartier 21 Must de Cartier Ref.1340
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Cartier 21 Must de Cartier Quartz – Ref. 1340 The Cartier 21 Must de Cartier, reference 1340, is an elegant timepiece crafted with timeless appeal and sophisticated design. Produced...
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19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Antique Cartier Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier 'Tank Americaine' Ladies' Diamond Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Cartier Tank Américaine Diamond Watch - a true masterpiece of horological artistry. With an engine-turned rectang...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cartier Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Extra Large Ballon Bleu De Cartier Stainless Steel and Rose Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Exquisite unisex wristwatch designed by Cartier. Extra large in size, the round dial features blue steel hands, a silver dial, automatic movement, chronograph, date display and black...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Cartier Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Art Deco Diamond Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier's Art Deco Diamond Wristwatch reflects the iconic Art Deco style, characterized by its geometric shapes, streamlined forms, and lux...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cartier Santos 100 Midsize Stainless Steel with Crocodile Leather Strap
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Model: Santos 100 Ref: 2978 Movement: Automatic Size: Midsize Case: 33mm Bracelet: Crocodile Leather Strap Includes: Cartier Box 24 Months Brill...
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2010s French Cartier Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

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...
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1980s Vintage Cartier Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Unisex Cartier Panthere Cougar 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wrist Watch with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing an exquisite Cartier Panthere Cougar watch, an iconic timepiece that exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. Crafted from lavish 18 karat yellow gold, this unisex wa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Cartier Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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 ...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Cartier Ref 3007 Ladies Ballon Bleu Diamond Dial 18K Rose Gold Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: Ref 3007 Year: 2014 Model: Ballon Bleu Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: Purple Leather Strap Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Diamond Dial Fac...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Cartier Tonneau
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Cartier Tonneau Platinum Silver Dial Men's Watch a masterpiece of elegance. This manual-winding watch features a unique platinum tonneau-shaped case (26.0 x 39.0 mm)...
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Early 19th Century Antique Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank Basculante XL 26mm 2522
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A 26mm XL Tank Basculante in stainless steel by Cartier. Featuring a silver dial with Roman numerals, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, and a secret Cartier signature at VII. The watch...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Cartier Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Dumont 30.5mm x 38.5mm 18K White Gold W2009451 Box and Card
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
​The 2022 Cartier Santos Dumont (reference W2009451) is a refined timepiece that embodies Cartier's commitment to blending classic design with modern elegance. Crafted from 18K white...
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2010s Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Paris Centure Yellow Gold Mid Size Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 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 num...
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1980s French Vintage Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Américaine Automatic 18 Karat Gold Ref. 1725
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, DE
Cartier Tank Américaine Automatic 18 Karat Gold Ref. 1725 Including certificate of authenticity. The glass would need to be replac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Ref. 2465 Stainless Steel Small Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Model Name: Tank Francaise Reference Number 2465 Movement: Quartz Material: Stainless Steel Dial: White with Black Roman Numeral Hour Markers Case Size: 22 mm x 25 mm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu 3005
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Reference number 3005 Brand Cartier Model Ballon Bleu Gender Men's watch/Unisex Movement Quartz Case Material Stainless Steel Case Size 36mm Bracelet Material Stainless Steel Steel b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank Française 18K White Gold 2366 Automatic Date Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Cartier Tank Française 18K White Gold 2366 Automatic Date Watch Boxed Brand: Cartier Model : Cartier Tank Française Reference Number : 2366 Watch Number: 892593 CD Fea...
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Early 2000s European Cartier Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Delices Pink Gold Diamond -Set Bracelet Watch ref 3382
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Delices Pink Gold Diamond -Set Bracelet Watch ref 3382 Brand/Designer: CARTIER Model Name: Delices De Cartier Reference Number: 3382 Gender...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cartier Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Cartier Ladies Panther 1660 Diamond Bezel 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1660 Model: Cartier Panthere Case Material: 18K White Gold Band: 18K White Gold Bezel: Original Factory Diamond Bezel Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 22mm Includ...
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Early 2000s Cartier Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Clé de Cartier 31mm 18K Rose Gold Two Tone W2CL0004 Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Clé de Cartier, reference W2CL0004, is a luxurious and elegant timepiece designed for women who appreciate refined craftsmanship and timeless design. This model features ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Ref 1840 Large Yellow Gold Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2005 Cartier Tank Francaise Reference 1840 Wrist Watch, 28 X 23 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece Water resistant case, Automatic Self winding movement, Sapphire Crown and Sapphire Glass Crystal. Engine Turned White dial with Black Roman Numerals, sweep seconds hand and a Calendar window at the 6 position. New Camille Fournet...
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Early 2000s French Cartier Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Pasha 2475 Black Dial Automatic 35mm Watch With Box and Service Papers
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Pasha 2475 Black Dial Automatic 35mm Watch With Box and Service Papers. - Brand: Cartier - Condition: Pre-Owned (Excellent) - Model: Pasha - Reference No.: 2475 - Case Diam...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cartier Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Rotonde De Cartier Rose Gold W1550251
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A rose gold Cartier Rotonde de Cartier wristwatch, part of the Collection Privee Cartier Paris. Featuring a silver "PARIS" guilloche dial with Roman numerals, a date display at 12 o'...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Mechanical Black Steel Case Watch WHSA0033
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Santos watches skeletons, large models, manufactured mechanical movement with manual winding, and caliber 9611 MC. Black ADLC steel case, 7-sided crown set with green jade, grey stee...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cartier Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Panthere De Cartier Watch in 18k Yellow Gold with Custom Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection: Panthere de Cartier Size: Medium Model Movement: Quartz Case Size : 27 mm (not including the crown) Stones: Diamonds Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cartier Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs

1stDibs offers a range of Cartier watches. These unique items were designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While searching for the most stylish antique or vintage Cartier jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Cartier diamond watches can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, from our inventory of 221. This collection contains 1,093 pieces as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. Modern and contemporary are among the most popular styles of Cartier watches on 1stDibs. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 21st Century and Contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider watches by Bulgari, Patek Philippe and Chopard. Cartier watches can vary in price, gemstone, time period and other attributes. Price for these items starts at US$795 and tops out at US$1,400,000, while pieces like these can sell for US$7,916 on average.
Questions About Cartier Watches
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Many 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    The 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, 2024
    How 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 1, 2024
    Yes, 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 ExpertMay 14, 2024
    Must 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, 2024
    Princess 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, 2024
    Who 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024
    While 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 ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    There 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cartier 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cartier 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Today, 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    One 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 ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    No, 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 ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Cartier 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 ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    How 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, 2023
    Whether 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, 2023
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2023
    While 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, 2023
    The 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, 2023
    Which 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Unnamed 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 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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