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Cartier Wrist 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 Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
By Cartier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...
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2010s Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Libre Temps Moderne de Cartier Unisex Watch 3416
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Libre Temps Moderne de Cartier Unisex Watch 3416 - Total 508 brilliant cut diamonds, approximately 3.7 carats.. 18K white gold case (42.5m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
The Cartier stainless steel tank Francaise wristwatch is an iconic blend of elegance and precision, a true masterpiece in the world of horology. Stainless...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier by Piaget Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Ladies Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A rare limited edition Cartier by Piaget watch showcasing a lapis lazuli dial and a brilliant diamond bezel. Diamonds are approximately 2.50 ca...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Paris Rivoli 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Lugs & Deployment Buckle Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Paris Rivoli ladies watch. 24MM 18K yellow gold case size with factory lugs diamond. Silver dial with blue hands and black Roman numeral hour marker. 18K yellow gold case bac...
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1990s Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

18k 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...
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2010s Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Panthere Midsize 3 Row Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Midsize Ladies Watch. 27mm Stainless Steel case with 18K yellow gold smooth bezel. Off-White dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Minute ...
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1990s Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Ballon Blue Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gorgeous and stylish blue strap Ballon Bleu! Ref 3002, automatic, 96184QX, 36mm case, the bezel set with 123 round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 1.21 carats, fluted crown set with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Tank Solo 18K Rose Gold Brown Leather Wristwatch W5200025
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 77701314 Comes With Full Set Cartier box and Cartier card Date 2020 Model W5200025 Large model Serial Number 31********** Metal Calfskin, 18k Rose Gold Weight Approximately 38.8...
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2010s French Cartier Wrist Watches

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Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

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 Wrist Watches

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Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Cartier Panthere 66920
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This Cartier Panthere is presented in excellent working order and good general condition. It is accompanied by our 12-month warranty. This Cartier Panthere, model 66920 features a 2...
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1990s British Cartier Wrist Watches

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Steel

Cartier 3-Row Panther 2-Tone Steel & Gold Watch W25027B8
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier 3-Row Panther 2-Tone Steel & Gold Watch W25027B8 - Quartz. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold bezel (27mm x 37mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals and dat...
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20th Century Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Must De Tank Sunburst Dial Vermeil Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare 1980's Must de Cartier vermeil manual wind tank watch. The dial is a sunburst guilloche design which is rarely seen on these models. The case measures 23.5mm x 30.5mm ...
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1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Vermeil

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...
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1990s Modern Cartier Wrist Watches

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Sapphire, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Must de Cartier Midsize Sterling Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Crirca 1990s Cartier, Must de Cartier Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. Sterling Silver 2 piece Water resistant case, Quartz movement, White two tone dial with Black Roman numerals and a sub seco...
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1990s French Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Panthere Vendome 8839647 Large 18k Yellow Gold Large Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthere Vendome 8839647 large ladies watch. 29.6mm 18K yellow gold case. 18K yellow gold bezel. Ivory dial with blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. 18k ye...
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1990s Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Paris gold plated Tank watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Cartier Paris Tank watch exudes timeless elegance with its gold-plated case, brown leather strap, and precise quartz movement. Brand: Cartier Paris Movement: Quartz Met...
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1980s Modern Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Gold, Silver

Cartier Paris gold plated Tank watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Cartier Paris watch pairs a gold-plated case with a burgundy leather strap, offering timeless elegance and the precision of quartz movement.
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1990s Modern Cartier Wrist Watches

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Gold, Silver

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 Wrist Watches

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Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Cartier Santos 4075 WSSA0029 Silver Dial Stainless Steel Box
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 4075 / WSSA0029 Year: 2019 - 2023 Model: Cartier Santos Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Silver Face: Sapphi...
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2010s Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Ballon Bleu Ref 3003 18K Rose Gold 36mm
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 3003 Model: Cartier Ballon Bleu Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: 18K Rose Gold Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Silver Dial Face: Sapphire Cr...
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2010s Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Yellow Gold Universal Geneve Mid Century Ladies Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Exceptional vintage Cartier Universal Genève manual wind dress watch in 18k yellow gold circa 1960's. This special ladies timepiece features an intricately crafted weaved band with a secure clasp and a safety chain. The clasp also allows for minor adjustments making the bracelet able to fit 6 ¼” to 6 ⅜” Inches. This dress watch is reliable, accurate, and timeless. It is designed specifically for women who appreciate both style and substance. Adorn your wrist with this stunning Cartier creation and embrace the allure of exquisite craftsmanship. Length: 14mm Width: 14mm Band width at case: 10mm Case thickness: 7mm Band: 18k yellow gold weaved band...
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Mid-20th Century Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Santos Watch. Santos de Cartier Octo 187902 Sterling and 18k
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Santos Sterling Silver and 18k Yellow gold. Ref 187902 QUARTZ. Condition: New battery installed. New Genuine Leather Band with Original Carti...
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1980s Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Gold, Sterling Silver

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Vendome Manual 78090, 1970's
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier Model: Vendome 78090 Year: 1970-1980’s Serial Number: 78090xxxx Reference: C04525 Case: Show sign of wear with 18K Yellow Gold Case in size 33mm with crown; The mode...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Genuine Cartier B01952 Watch. Must de Cartier 21 Stainless Steel Quartz Watch.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Must de Cartier 21 B01952 Reference number. Condition: New Battery. Just Serviced. Details: 31mm round Case 6.5inches wrist
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20th Century Modern Cartier Wrist Watches

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Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Cartier Ronde Louis 18K Rose Gold Diamond Silver Dial Hand Wind Watch WR000651
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned fair condition. Visible Signs of wear on the strap. The original box and papers are not included.
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

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Rose Gold

Cartier Paris gold plated Tank watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage 1980s Cartier Paris Tank watch features timeless elegance with a gold-plated silver case, quartz movement, and a sleek black leather strap. Brand: Cartier Paris Movemen...
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1980s Modern Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Gold, Silver

Cartier Baignoire 1950 Diamond Case & Bezel Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Baignoire 1920 Ladies' Watch WB500431. This elegant timepiece features a case measuring 22.5 x 30.3 mm, crafted from 18K yellow gold with a factory diamond-set bezel. The dia...
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1990s Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Cartier Baignoire Mini 2368 Diamond Case & Bezel Casque D'or Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Baignoire Mini WB5094D8 Ladies' Watch This exquisite ladies' watch features an 18mm 18K yellow gold case adorned with a factory diamond. The bezel is also made of 18K yellow ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Cartier Ladies Santos Galbee Automatic Steel And Gold Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cartier ladies Santos Galbee automatic steel and gold wristwatch, circa 1979. Vintage Cartier Santos Galbee lady's wristwatch in stainless steel and 18k yellow gold, featuring a cla...
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1970s Modern Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Gold, Steel, 18k Gold

Cartier Tank Solo 18K Rose Gold Men's Watch W5200024 3168
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Solo 18K Rose Gold Men's Watch W5200024 3168 - Quartz movement. 18k rose gold case with stainless steel back (24 mm x 31mm). Silver dial with black Roman numerals. Bro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Baignoire 18K Yellow Gold Watch W15045D8
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Baignoire 18K Yellow Gold Watch W15045D8 - Quartz. 18K Yellow gold (20 x 23mm). White dial with black Roman numerals. 18K yellow gold bracelet; will fit up to a 7 1/4 inch w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Ronde Louis 29mm 18K White Gold Diamond White Dial Ladies Watch 2887
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Unworn band. Excellent condition. No original box and papers. General Information Brand: Cartier Model Name: Ronde Louis Model Number: 2887 Type: Wristwatch Department: W...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

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White Gold

Cartier Santos Octagon 18k Yellow Gold Automatic Watch 0906
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos Octagon 18k Yellow Gold Automatic Watch 0906 - Automatic winding. Yellow Gold case (26mm x 31mm). White dial with roman numerals. Yellow Gold Santos bracelet; will fit...
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20th Century Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Stainless Steel Quartz Santos with an Original Bracelet from 2000's
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier Jewelers STYLE / REFERENCE: Santos / Reference 08147 METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 2000's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 25mm X Width 24mm MOVE...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Art Deco Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Jumbo Vendome Paris Dial Automatic 17003, 1970's
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier Model: Jumbo Vendome Year: 1970-1980’s Serial Number: 17003xxxx Reference: C04325 The Cartier Yellow Gold Jumbo Vendôme Automatic 17003 is a striking and distinctive...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Cartier Santos Steel XL Automatic Men's Watch W20098D6 2823
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos Steel XL Automatic Men's Watch W20098D6 2823 - Automatic winding. Stainless steel case (34mm x 45mm). Silver dial with black Roman numerals and date at 5 o'clock. Stai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Americaine WB7026L1 Unisex Watch in White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Americaine WB7026L1 Unisex Watch in White Gold SKU: 135272 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Cartier Model: Tank Americaine Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Mechani...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

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White Gold

Cartier Baignoire WB520027 Women's Watch in 18kt White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Baignoire WB520027 Women's Watch in 18kt White Gold SKU: 136517 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Cartier Model: Baignoire Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Quartz: Batter...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

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White Gold

Cartier Pasha de Cartier WSPA0009 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Pasha de Cartier WSPA0009 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 137322 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Cartier Model: Pasha de Cartier Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: M...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Cartier Gold Plated Must de Vermeil Brown Dial Quartz w/Service Paper, 1980-90's
By Cartier
Located in Central & Western District, HK
Brand: Cartier Model: Must de Cartier Vermeil Year: 1980-90’s Serial Number: 170xxxxx Reference: C03943 Case: Show sign of wear with 950 Silver w/Gold Plated wrapped Case in size 3...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Cartier Santos 100 W20071Y1 Men's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 W20071Y1 Men's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold SKU: 135463 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Cartier Model: Santos 100 Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Mechanical: A...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

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Yellow 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 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

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White Gold

Cartier Pasha 38mm Roman Dial Diamond Stainless Steel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier Pasha Roman Dial Diamond Stainless Steel Watch – Elegance Meets Luxury The Cartier Pasha 38mm is a stunning embodiment of refined luxury and distinctive design. Featuring a ...
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Early 2000s Swiss Aesthetic Movement Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier WE9009Z3 Unisex Watch in 18kt White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier WE9009Z3 Unisex Watch in 18kt White Gold SKU: 140632 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Cartier Model: Ballon Bleu de Cartier Country of Origin: Switzerland Move...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Must De Cartier Tank Vermeil
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier, Cartier, Cartier it seems to all be about Cartier right now. This Cartier Must De Cartier Tank Vermeil is another fine example. This Cartier Must De Cartier is presented in...
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1990s European Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Vermeil

Cartier Tank Anglaise de Cartier WT100008 Women's Watch in White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Anglaise de Cartier WT100008 Women's Watch in White Gold SKU: 136929 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Cartier Model: Tank Anglaise de Cartier Country of Origin: Switzerland Mov...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

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White Gold

Cartier Baignoire
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Baignoire de Cartier watch, mini model, size 16, quartz movement. 18K yellow gold (750/1000) case. 18K yellow gold (750/1000) beaded crown set with a sapphire cabochon. Silvered dial...
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20th Century Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

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Cartier Santos 40MM Automatic Stainless Steel Navy Blue Dial Watch WSSA0030
By Cartier
Located in Baltimore, MD
Cartier Santos 40MM Automatic Stainless Steel Navy Blue Dial Watch WSSA0030 Model: WSSA0030 Serial: 4072******** (Card dated 2022) Metal: Stainless steel Movement: Automatic Notes:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cartier Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

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...
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1970s Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cartier Tank Must 29.5mm Roman Silver Dial Calf Skin Steel Quartz Watch WSTA0110
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Louis Cartier created the Tank watch in 1917. A legend was born. The first prototype was presented as a gift to General Pershing some years before the watch was introduced into the m...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cartier Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Ref 2366 Tank Francaise White Gold Mid Size Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2012 Cartier Tank Francaise Reference 2366 Mid Size Wrist Watch, 32 x 28 M.M. 18k White Gold 2 piece water resistant case, Sapphire set Crown, Automatic, Self winding movement,...
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2010s French Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Santos Yellow Gold Octagon Midsize Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Cartier Santos Octagon Mid Size Wrist Watch, 30 M.M. 3 piece Octagon Water proof case, Automatic, self winding movement, White dial with Black Roman numerals, sweep second...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Must de Cartier Marques et Model Déposés 21 Quartz Watch W10050F4
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER Must 21 W10050F4 Watch SSYG Silver/Gold Quartz Ladies Ivory Dial A Refined Synthesis of Elegance and PrecisionAdd a touch of classic luxury to your wrist with this Must de C...
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20th Century Cartier Wrist Watches

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Quartz, Gold, Silver, Stainless Steel

Cartier Vintage Santos 18K Gold Round on bracelet, 1st. Series, Circa 1980
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Cartier Vintage Santos Octagonal Round Watch, made in 18K yellow gold case and bracelet measuring 26mm in diameter. This Classic ladies size watch is fitted with a automatic winding Cartier 17-jewel movement white dial and black roman numerals and outer minute track. The watch is fitted further with the 18K Santos screw bracelet...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Santos Large 40MM 4072 WSSA0039 Black Adlc Stainless Steel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Cartier Gender: Unisex Metal Type: Stainless Steel Diameter: 40.00 mm Weight: 80.00 grams Stainless Steel Cartier Swiss made watch. The metal was tested and determined to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Americaine Yellow Gold Ref 1725
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Tank Americiane was introduced in 1989 to add a bigger Tank to the collection for the USA market. The watch is curved at the front but has a fairly flat back, which adds to its p...
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19th Century Antique Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier wrist watches for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a range of Cartier wrist watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using steel. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Cartier jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Cartier diamond wrist watches, from our inventory of 26, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 479 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. 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 wrist watches by Omega, Mauboussin, and Bell & Ross. Prices for Cartier wrist watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $950 and tops out at $1,400,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $9,356.
Questions About Cartier Wrist Watches
  • 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 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 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.

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  • 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 ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    There is no definitive answer to the question of which is cheaper, Rolex or Cartier. Some entry-level Cartier watches do tend to have lower starting price points than some Rolex watches. However, both makers offer a wide variety of watches, so it's not accurate to say that Cartier is always the cheaper option. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Cartier and Rolex watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    Why it is called the Cartier Crash relates to the unique shape of the watch. The case and dial of the timepiece have a smashed, wavy appearance, similar to what a watch might look like if it were smashed or crushed in a crash or collision. There are various stories of how this imaginative design came into being. Some people claim that the designers Jean-Jacques Cartier and Rupert Emmerson got the idea for the timepiece after a customer brought in a damaged watch for repair. Another theory is that the prominent melting clock in Salvador Dalí's painting The Persistence of Memory served as the inspiration. Shop a variety of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
  • 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. 

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  • 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.

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