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 Santos Galbee Silver Dial Small Steel Ladies Watch W20056D6/1565
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your wrist game with this stunning Cartier Santos Galbee Women's Wristwatch. Perfect for any occasion, this wristwatch is a must-have for those who appreciate timeless style ...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier Santos Galbée Silver Dial Small Steel Ladies Watch W20056D6/1565
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your wrist game with this stunning Cartier Santos Galbee Women's Wristwatch. Perfect for any occasion, this wristwatch is a must-have for those who appreciate timeless style ...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Cartier 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 Santos 100 w20072x7 Stainless Steel/Yellow Gold White Dial Mens Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Authenticity guaranteed! The watc...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Roadster 18k Yellow Gold Quartz WE500160 2676
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Roadster 18k Yellow Gold Quartz WE500160 2676 - Quartz. 18k yellow gold tonneau style case with diamond case (31mm x 37mm). Silver guilloche dial with black Roman numerals; ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Ballon Bleu WGBB0036 Large 18k Rose Gold Blue Dial 42mm Watch (Y-179)
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Ballon Bleu in 18k Rose Gold. The Cartier Ballon Bleu Watch is a timeless and luxurious timepiece. Crafted with 18k rose gold, this watch features an incredible blue dial 42 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu Stainless Steel W69012Z4
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 42mm Ballon Bleu from Cartier in stainless steel. Featuring a silvered guilloche dial with roman numerals, a date display, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, and a Cartier signature h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Ronde Gold Octagon 29mm Women's Watch with Diamond Bezel 187902
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Octagon 29mm Women's Watch with Diamond Bezel 187902
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely ...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Galbée 29mm Ladies Stainless Steel Watch with Diamond Bezel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Galbee 29 mm Women's Watch Stainless Steel with Diamond Bezel 1564
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There a...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm Watch In 18K Gold With Leather Strap & Box/Papers
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
All original Cartier parts & movement. Comes with an additional Cartier leather strap. Cartier box, booklet, DVD, and certificate papers also inc...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Art Deco Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Roadster Automatic 2510 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Vintage Cartier rectangular stainless steel case with silver dial, stainless steel bezel, and date window at 3 o'clock Condition: Worn - Excellent...
Category
Early 2000s French Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Must De 2416 Quartz 22mm Silver Swiss Watch New Leather Strap
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Cartier Must de Cartier Tank wristwatch is a timeless classic that boasts a stunning design. Crafted in Switzerland, it features a 22x30mm sterling silver case with a ...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Diamond Case/Bracelet Ref. 2465
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Description
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Francaise
Movement: Quartz
Case Size: 25 mm
Stone: Round Cut Diamonds
Dial: Roman Numeral
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Bracelet Mate...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$8,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Cougar Ladies Steel Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier Classic Ladies Cougar Wrist watch, 26 MM Stainless Steel case, quartz Movement, White Dial with Black roman Numerals, sweep seconds hand, Calendar window at the 3 position and a sapphire Crown. 1/2 inch wide Stainless Steel link bracelet with Deployment clasp. Wrist length 6 inches. Comes in a Cartier Suede travel pouch. recently serviced and comes with a one year N. green and Sons...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Cartier Tortue WA503751 Women's Watch in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tortue WA503751 Women's Watch in 18kt Rose Gold
SKU: 129073
PRIMARY DETAILS
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tortue
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Movement Type: Mechanical: Hand-wind...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Ladies White Gold Diamond Baignoire Mini Bracelet Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Cartier ladies watch with diamonds set on the bezel and bracelet.
Size 6 wrist with deployment buckle. Quartz.
Watch face measur...
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Vintage Pasha 18K Yellow Gold 38mm Perpetual Calendar Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Pasha, a line first presented in the heady '80s and based on a watch that was, according to Cartier, presented to the Pasha of Marrakech in 1943.
Originally intended for the wrists of men but famously adopted by many women, the Pasha is, on the face of it, a round dress watch. Certainly, in describing it thus, you would not be incorrect.
If the Pasha is the type of watch that catches your attention, there's a lot to like in this 18K Yellow Gold chronograph variant circa 1986 of the elegant collection. Quickly familiar as a member of Cartier's distinct Pasha design family via its integrated case silhouette, and clean dial, the model is elegant and versatile on the wrist.
And this wouldn't be a Pasha without the canteen-style crown protector, which has to be screwed off to access a smaller crown for manually winding the movement and setting the time.
The signature stylized Arabic numerals are gone to make way for the chronograph sub-dials against the White porcelain dial. The sub-dials are slightly lower than the main dial which adds a nice depth perspective to the execution as a whole.
Cartier Vintage Pasha 18K Yellow Gold 38mm Perpetual Calendar Automatic Watch.
First edition with heavy link bracelet.
White porcelain dial.
Lapis lazuli moon face.
Pasha Perpetual...
Category
20th Century French Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$33,920 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Solo Tank Watch 2011
By Cartier
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
CARTIER Solo Tank Watch
Supplied with its carrying case
Black crocodile strap.
CIRCA 2011
WATER RESISTANT
Steel, diamonds, quartz and sapphire crown.
Cart...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Materials
Quartz, Sapphire
Cartier Tank Anglaise Stainless Steel Silver Dial Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tank Anglaise
Movement: Automatic
Case Size: 30mm
Dial: Silver
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Bracelet Material: Stainless Steel
Crystal: Scratch-R...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Roadster Ladies Silver Dial Stainless Steel Watch Diamond Bezel W62016V3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Roadster Small Ladies Silver Dial Stainless Steel Watch with Diamond Bezel
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There ...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Dumont 2651 White Gold Watch Black Alligator Strap
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model Name: Santos Dumont
Model Number: 2651
Movement: Automatic
Case Size: 35 mm
Dial Color: White
Metal: 18K White Gold
Hour Markers: Roman Nu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
White Gold
Cartier Pasha Miss Pasha Steel Pink Dial Ladies Watch W3140008 Diamond Bezel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Diamonds were custom set, 100% na...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Rare Cartier Tank Basculante Platinum & Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A rare, platinum and rose gold Tank Basculante by Cartier. Featuring a silver guilloche dial with roman numerals, blued steel sword-shaped hands, a hidden Cartier signature at VII an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Cartier Pasha Automatic Chronograph 18 Karat Gold
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful and modern Cartier Pasha Automatic Chronograph 18 Karat Gold.
Diameter without crown 42mm
Case and Clasp 18 Karat solid Gold.
Including cer...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu Stainless Steel Two Timezone Quartz Watch 38MM W6920011
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier Ballon Bleu wristwatch is a luxurious and classic timepiece for men. The watch features a round 38mm stainless steel case with a solid caseback and a silver bezel. The d...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier 42mm Yellow Gold Ballon Bleu Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Cartier Ballon Bleu watch is a timeless masterpiece, featuring a luxurious 42mm case crafted in radiant yellow gold. Renowned for its elegant design and iconic round s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Americaine Mid Size White Gold and Diamond Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2010 Cartier Tank Americaine, 42 X 33 M.M. 18K White Gold Water Resistant case, Double Row of Round Brilliant cut Diamonds on the case sides totaling just over 2 Carats, Diamon...
Category
2010s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu 36 Silver Guilloche Roman Dial Quartz Unisex Watch W69011Z4
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned and in good condition. Can have minor scratches during handling and Shipping. No original box and papers are included. Covered by a 2-year chronostore warranty.
Brand: Cartier Type: Wristwatch Department: Unisex Model Number: W69011Z4 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Dress/Formal Model: Cartier Ballon Bleu Vintage...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Divan Mini Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WA301071 New Strap
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with this exquisite Cartier Tank Divan Mini wristwatch, crafted from yellow gold with a two-piece leather strap in a stunning red hue. Th...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthere Yellow Gold Enamel & Diamond Set Watch
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A ladies yellow gold Panthere wristwatch. Featuring a silver dial with roman numerals, a secret signature at X, a blued steel sword-shaped hands and a yellow gold diamond set bezel. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm Silver Diamond Dial WE902075 Box Set
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm (reference WE902075) is a refined timepiece that exemplifies Cartier's commitment to blending classic design with luxurious craftsmanship. Crafted from s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Paris Yellow Gold Lady's Classic Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Classic 18k gold oval case lady's watch by Cartier Paris. Case measures 30mm x 22mm excl. crown. Cartier leather band with 18k gold Cartier deployant...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Ronde Louis Men's 18K Rose Gold Quartz Watch W6801004
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ronde Louis Men's 18K Rose Gold Quartz Watch W6801004 - Manual wind. 18K Rose Gold (42 mm diameter). Silvered Flinque dial with black Roman nume...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Cartier Ballon Bleu 42mm 18K Rose Gold & Steel Silver Roman Numeral W6920095 B&P
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu 42mm 18K Rose Gold & Steel Automatic Watch, Model W6920095. Silver Flinque Dial with Rose gold Roman Numerals and Date indicator, blue sword hands. Rose gold crow...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier 18K White Gold Santos 100 Unisex White Gold Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
You will fall in love with this beautiful Cartier Santos watch the moment you see it.
It has everything going for it: diamond bezel, perfect 33mm width of the case, purple leather b...
Category
20th Century French Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$31,020 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Tank Watch, circa 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A beautiful Cartier tank watch ca' 1980's. Gold plated 925 sterling case with manual movement and classic citrine cabochon crown. Includes service p...
Category
1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Citrine
Cartier Tank Americaine Yellow Gold Automatic 1725
By Cartier
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
A beautiful Cartier Tank Americaine in yellow 18k gold, automatic. Blued hands, circular crown set with faceted blue sapphire. Scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Silvered guilloche ...
Category
1990s Swiss Art Deco Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Cougar Yellow Gold Large Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Cartier Cougar Wrist Watch, 34 M.M. 18K Yellow Gold 3 Piece Water Resistant case, Quartz movement, White dial with Black Roman Numerals, Swee...
Category
1990s French Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Watch 2384
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER TANK FRANCAISE AFTERMARKET DIAMOND BEZEL WATCH 2384.
Mint condition
Movement: Quartz
Stainless steel
Aftermarket di...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Roadster Stainless Steel Ladies Watch W62016V3 Mother of Pearl Dial Diam
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Roadster Stainless Steel Ladies Watch W62016V3 Mother of Pearl Dial Custom Diamond Bezel. Cartier Roadster Mother of Pearl Dial Steel Ladies Watch W6206006. Swiss quartz move...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tortue 2644 Women's Watch in 18kt White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tortue 2644 Women's Watch in 18kt White Gold
SKU: 125709
PRIMARY DETAILS
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tortue
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Movement Type: Mechanical: Hand-winding...
Category
Early 2000s Cartier Watches
Materials
White Gold
Cartier Tank Divan MOP Dial Diamond Bezel Watch 2599
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
-Mint condition
-Case size: 25x31mm
-Stainless steel
-Movement: Quartz
-Roman numeral hour markers
-Pink leather strap
-Aftermarket Diamond Bezel: 2...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Cartier Ballon Bleu WE900651
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Ballon Bleu in 18k white gold with original double row diamond bezel on an orange alligator strap. Auto w/ sweep seconds. 36 mm case size. ...
Category
20th Century Cartier Watches
Materials
White Gold
$29,780
Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Custom Diamond Two Tone Yellow Watch WHSA0019
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Custom Diamond Two Tone Yellow Watch WHSA0019
Santos Skeleton watch, large model, Manufacture me...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm in 18k Rose Gold Auto Watch REF. 3003
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model: Ballon Bleu
Movement: Automatic
Case Size: 36 mm
Dial: Roman Numeral Hour Markers
Bezel: 18K Rose Gold
Case Material: 18K Rose Gold
Band Material: ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Custom Aftermarket Diamond Bezel Watch 2465
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER TANK FRANCAISE MIDSIZE CUSTOM AFTERMARKET DIAMOND BEZEL WATCH 2465
-Condition: Mint
-Case size: 25x29mm
-Case thickness: 6.6mm
...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Stainless Steel Watch Customized Genuine Diamonds W20073x8
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 Stainless Steel Watch Customized with Genuine Diamonds W20073X8.
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos De Cartier Custom Diamond Stainless Steel Watch WSSA0018
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos De Cartier Custom Diamond Stainless Steel Watch Pave Black Roman Numeral Dial WSSA0018
Mechanical movement with automatic winding, calib...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm Steel 18K Yellow Gold Silver Dial Two Tone Unisex Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm Steel 18K Yellow Gold Silver Dial Two Tone Unisex Watch Custom Diamond Bezel W6920047
This Beautiful Timepiece is Powered b...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Galbee Stainless Steel Custom Diamond Quartz Watch 98790
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Galbee Stainless Steel 29mm Custom Diamond Quartz Watch 98790
Please note: Cartier jewelry bracelet is not included.
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Ladies with Natural Diamonds SS Watch W51008Q3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Ladies with Natural Diamonds SS Watch 20mm x 25mm W51008Q3
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier La Dona 28mm Stainless Steel Quartz White Dial W660022I
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier La Dona (ref. W660022I) offers a bold and sculptural design that sets it apart from traditional Cartier lines. Crafted in stainless steel, the 28mm case showcases the sig...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
1990 Cartier Tortue 18K Rose Gold Tonneau Ladies Watch W/ Original Box
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Pre-owned Cartier Tortue ladies wrist-watch in 18kt rose gold. Chic and slim 8.6mm thick case with integral link bracelet and hidden fold-over cl...
Category
1990s Swiss Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Santos De Cartier Custom Diamond Stainless Steel/ Yellow Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos De Cartier Custom Diamond Stainless Steel/ Yellow Gold Watch Pave Black Roman Numeral Dial WSSA0018
Mechanical movement with automatic w...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Large Stainless Steel Watch with Custom Diamonds WSSA0018
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Large Stainless Steel Watch with Custom Diamonds Pave Blue Roman Numeral Dial WSSA0018
Mechanical movement with automatic winding...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Midsize Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Midsize 35mm Diamond Watch
over 30 carats of F color vs2 Natural earth mined diamonds
the bezels with diamonds on bracelet are ...
Category
2010s European Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond
Cartier Tank Francaise Large Model Custom Diamonds on Sides Steel Watch W51002Q3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Francaise Large Model Custom Diamonds on Sides Steel Watch 32 mm x 28.15 mm W51002Q3
Cartier Tank Francaise Ladies Medium Model Custom Diamo...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Diamond Gold Link Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18K Y/gold open link watch, 9 RBC cut diamonds weight approx. 0.55 ct, GH VS, French hallmark, serial number with fist number unclear. 5752, watch length 7 1/4 inches, weight 28.8 dw...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Cartier Santos Large Stainless Steel Watch with Custom Diamonds WSSA0018
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos Large Stainless Steel Watch with Custom Diamonds Factory White Roman Numeral Dial WSSA0018
WATCH COMES WITH ORIGINAL BOX, PAPERS A...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ronde Louis 18k White Gold Diamond White Dial Hand Wind Watch WR007002
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-Owned and in excellent condition. Factory Set 60 brilliant-cut diamond bezel. It comes with an original box but papers are not included. Covered by a 2-year Chronostore warranty....
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
$18,000 Sale Price
50% Off
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if something is Cartier, look for a maker's marking. Every Cartier piece, from jewelry to watches to sunglasses, bears the maker's marking in an inconspicuous area. These markings have changed over the years, so you can often use their style, placement and wording to date and identify your piece. Once you locate the mark, refer to trusted online resources to find out more about what that specific marking indicates. Find a selection of Cartier jewelry and accessories 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.
- 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 6, 2023What a Cartier bracelet symbolizes varies from piece to piece. With its screw motif, the Love bracelet represents the enduring nature of true love, while the three types of gold featured in the Trinity bracelet stand for love, fidelity and friendship. Translating to "just a nail" in English, the Juste un Clou bracelet is sometimes associated with simplicity and modernity. Find a large collection of Cartier bracelets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Sometimes, Cartier sunglasses are called buffs. This name comes from the fact that Cartier was the first major eyewear designer to use rare buffalo horn as a material for crafting eyeglass and sunglass frames. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Cartier sunglasses.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023The Cartier Tank is so popular for several reasons. Many people like its unique shape, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I. Others appreciate its long history since it was released in 1918. Over the years, some models have featured details that further appeal to collectors. For example, the Tank Divan is notable for its striking rectangular case that is situated horizontally. The Roman numerals on its watch face are elongated, stretching to fit its unusual proportions. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Cartier Tank watches.
- What is Pasha de Cartier?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Pasha de Cartier is a watch introduced by the French luxury jewelry house of Cartier in 1985. Today, the watch features an automatic movement and is available with various leather and bracelet bands. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Pasha de Cartier watches.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What Cartier watch is the most famous is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some well-known watches produced by the French luxury brand include the Tank Solo, the Ballon Bleu De Cartier, the Tank Anglaise, the Crash and the Clé De Cartier. Find a selection of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023There are a couple of reasons why Cartier glasses are so special. First, the French luxury brand produces each pair with careful attention to detail and precise crafting techniques that make the eyewear stylish and durable. Cartier also uses fine-quality materials like buffalo horn, titanium, gold, leather, onyx and bubinga wood. Additionally, many Detroit rappers like Royce da 5'9", Tee Grizzley and Big Sean have sported Cartier sunglasses over the years, making the brand's eyewear synonymous with hip-hop culture. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier glasses.
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