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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
Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Gold Dial Watch. Vermeil ARGENT Small Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil). Ref 5057001 Champagne Dial New Leather Band. Condition: New Battery installed. ...
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1990s Cartier Wrist Watches

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Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Must de Cartier Tank Red Mystery Dial. Bordeaux ARGENT 925 Small Windup Watch
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). RARE Wine Red (Burgandy) Mystery Dial. Manual Windup Movement New Leather Band. Cond...
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1980s Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Cartier Tank Louis Mens Midsize Unisex Quartz Watch - Solid 18K Gold
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1st...
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1990s Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

1971 Cartier Vintage Ladies Ultra Rare Audemars Piguet Tank Watch (1 of 50)
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1st...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Cartier Panthère small 18K Gold & Stainless Steel Ladies Watch W/ Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Cartier Panthère small watch is an exquisite blend of sophistication and luxury. Its 22mm stainless steel case is complemented by an 18K yellow gold bezel, creating a stunning vi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Steel

Cartier Roadster Chronograph XL Black Dial 43mm Ref. W62020X6
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Cartier Model: Roadster Chronograph XL Model Number: W62020X6 Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Size: 43mm Dial: Black Bezel: Stainless Steel Bracelet: Stainless Steel Movem...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Ceinture Tricolor Reeded Bracelet Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This beautiful Cartier Ceinture is one of the rarer and lesser-known variations of the watch. Firstly, it is a Trinity version, also referred to as 'Trois Ors' in French. Cartier afi...
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1990s Cartier Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Cartier 21 Must de Cartier 28mm Steel & Gold Ref.9010 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Description Brand: Cartier Model: 21 Must de Cartier Reference Number: 9010 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Gold/Steel Measurements : Case ...
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1990s European Cartier Wrist Watches

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Gold, Steel

Genuine Cartier Watch. Must de Cartier Vendome Round Argent Vermeil White Face
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch - Serviced. ref. 1851 Vintage Must de Cartier Vendome Rare Cream dial with square Roman numbers Sapphire Cabochon Crown. Condition: New Movement installed. ...
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1990s Modern Cartier Wrist Watches

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Sapphire, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Cartier Tank Divan Pink Mother of Pearl Dial Quartz Lady Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Tank Divan Pink Mother of Pearl Dial Quartz Lady Watch Measurements: 24mm long x 38.38mm wide, Movement: Quartz Dial: Pink Rose dial Case: Stainless steel Diameter: 32mm S...
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20th Century Cartier Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Cartier Tonneau Duel Time Ladies Wristwatch, 18Kt, Vintage
By Cartier
Located in Manhasset, NY
A finely crafted timepiece with equal provenance. This stunning Cartier watch in its original never polished condition is simply a historical work of art. Acquired from a NYC Socilit...
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1980s French Contemporary Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Cartier - Cartier Tank Louis Mini 67117 - Women - 1980-1989
By Cartier
Located in Braintree, GB
An elegant Cartier Tank Louis Mini from 1986, featuring a rectangular case in 18kt yellow gold, iconic Roman numeral dial, and blue steel sword hands. The manual-winding movement is ...
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1980s European Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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18k Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu W6920046 36mm Guilloche Silver Dial Steel Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm (ref. W6920046) is a beautifully balanced and elegantly crafted timepiece that captures Cartier’s signature blend of style and sophistication. The stainl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Vintage Cartier Ladies’ Diamond Cocktail Watch 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite vintage Cartier ladies' diamond cocktail watch, crafted in 18K yellow gold with a heart-shaped tapered bracelet, elegantly signed Cartier Inc., Made in France 18Kts. The...
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Mid-20th Century Retro Cartier Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Must de Cartier Tank Blue Mystery Dial. Vermeil ARGENT 925 Small Windup Watch
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). RARE Blue Mystery Dial. Manual Windup Movement New Gucci Leather Band. Condition: Ha...
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1980s Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil with Red Lacquer Dial – Mechanical
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A bold and stylish creation from the 1980s, this vintage Must de Cartier Paris watch reflects the maison’s flair for distinctive design and Parisian elegance. The rectangular case me...
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1980s Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Cartier PASHA C Automatic 2324. Rare Black Dial W31043M7.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Cartier Pasha C ref. 2324 W31043M7 Rare Black Dial. 35mm Case. Automatic Movement. Condition: Original Paperwork with Original Box. Please ask for more d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Vintage Must de Cartier Trinity Tank Watch. Large ARGENT Tricolor Windup Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). ref 6166123 RARE Manual Windup Movement Details: 24mm by 31mm Case Tricolor Trinity D...
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1980s Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Cartier Santos Large WSSA0030 Ref 4072 Blue Dial Stainless Steel Box Paper 2022
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: WSSA0030 / Ref 4072 Year: 2022 Model: Cartier Santos Large Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: B...
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2010s Cartier Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Must XL WSTA0040 Ref 4342 Silver Dial Steel Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: WSTA0040 / Ref 4342 Year: 2021 - Now Model: Cartier Tank Must XL Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Leather Band Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial...
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2010s Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos Large 4072 WSSA0030 Blue Dial Diamond Encrusted Steel Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 4072 / WSSA0030 Year: 2021 Model: Cartier Santos Large Model Case Material: Custom Diamond Encrusted Stainless Steel Case Band: Custom Diamond Encrusted S...
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2010s Cartier Wrist Watches

Vintage Must de Cartier Mystery Tank Watch. ARGENT Manual Black Dial Tank.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and Gold plated (Vermeil). Rare Black Mystery Dial with Windup Manual Movement. ref 7007873 Condition: Has some d...
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1980s Modern Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Watch. 925 Vermeil ARGENT 2416 Blue Dial Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver Comes with a new leather band Rare White Dial and Blue Roman Numerals Ref 2416 Condition: New Battery installe...
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1980s Modern Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Sapphire, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Cartier Declaration WT000830 18K Rose & Titanium Leather Quartz Silver Dial
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Declaration Quartz Titanium and 18K Rose Gold with diamond watch on. leather strap with deployant buckle. The watch is a beautiful combination of jewelry and watch in one. Wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel, Titanium

Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Black Dial Watch Vermeil ARGENT Small Manual Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil). Ref 3055582 RARE Black Roman Dial. New Gucci Leather Band. Manual Windup Movemen...
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1980s Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Pillar 5057001 Dial Watch Vermeil ARGENT Small Tank
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Cartier watch. Vintage Iconic Tank Argent. Sterling Silver and 18k Gold plated (Vermeil). Ref 5057001 RARE Pillar Roman Dial New Gucci Leather Band. Condition: New Batter...
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1980s Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Cartier Paris gold plated tank watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1980s, this vintage Cartier Paris Tank watch blends classic styling with refined detail. It features a gold plated silver case measuring 28mm x 20mm, housing a quartz ...
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1980s Modern Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Gold, Silver

Art Deco Cartier 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Bracelet Concord Watch with Box
By Cartier
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Exquisite diamond accented vintage Cartier, this Art Deco 14 karat white gold bracelet hosts a Concord 17 jeweled manual wind movement CXC watch with sa...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Tank Americaine XL Mens Watch, Ref. 1741 - 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
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2010s Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

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White Gold

Cartier Panther 18k Yellow Gold Men's Quartz Watch with Date & Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panther 18k Yellow Gold Men's Quartz Watch with Date & Diamonds - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case with factory diamond bezel (27mm x 38mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman ...
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20th Century Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

Ballon Bleu de Cartier Wrist Watch 42mm
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 2018, 18k and Steel, by Cartier, France. Brilliantly everyday, this signature Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier is the ultimate casual luxury. Finely made in 18k yellow gold and s...
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2010s Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Roadster Pink Dial W62017V3 Stainless Steel Quartz Ladies Watch B&P
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Roadster W62017V3 is a distinctive and feminine take on one of Cartier’s most recognizable sport-luxury models. Crafted in polished stainless steel, the case features the...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Americaine Round Cut Diamond Ladies' Watch in Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A timeless ladies' watch created by Cartier from its iconic Tank Americaine collection, featuring the classic rectangular dial with Roman numeral hours surrounded by two rows of roun...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Silver Dial Quartz Ladies Watch W51008Q3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Excellent condition. No original box and papers, comes with a chronostore box. 🕰️ General Information Brand: Cartier Model: Tank Française Model Number: W51008Q3 Year...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Cartier Must de Cartier Blue Lapis Dial – Mechanical Wind (1980s)
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
💙 Cartier Must de Cartier Blue Lapis Dial – Mechanical Wind (1980s) An exquisite and highly sought-after vintage piece, this Must de Cartier features the rare and stunning blue lapi...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Gold Plate, Base Metal

Cartier Rose Gold, Steel, and Diamond Panthere de Cartier Small Model
By Cartier
Located in Princeton, NJ
A rose gold, steel, and diamond set Cartier Panthere de Cartier wristwatch. This Panthere is accompanied by its original box and papers and comes with full links. Since its launch i...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Rose Gold, Steel

Cartier Tank Anglaise 22MM 18K Rose Gold Diamonds Watch 3580 WJTA0007
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. No original box and papers. Comes with a chronostore box. Basic Information Brand: Cartier Model Name: Tank Anglaise Model Number: 3580 WJTA0007 Type:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

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Rose Gold

Cartier Panther 18k Yellow Gold Men's Quartz Watch with Date W25014B9
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panther 18k Yellow Gold Men's Quartz Watch with Date W25014B9 - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case (27mm x 37mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals and date at 3 o'clock...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Louis 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch on Leather Band 2442
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Louis 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch on Leather Band 2442 - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case (22mm x 30mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals. New Cartier Strap ban...
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20th Century Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Panthère Ruban W61001T9 Pink Mother of Pearl Watch Box Papers Set
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Panthère Ruban W61001T9 is a refined timepiece that exemplifies Cartier's commitment to blending classic design with luxurious craftsmanship. Crafted from polished stainl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Cartier 18k Gold, Enamel, and Chalcedony Pendant Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18k Gold, Enamel, and Chalcedony Pendant Watch. Art Deco; the round cream-toned dial with applied Roman numeral indicators; enclosing a manual-wind movement; signed on dial;...
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20th Century Cartier Wrist Watches

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Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Enamel

Cartier Paris Tank Watch Ref. 18684 Vermeil 925 Vintage 1978
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
A timeless Cartier Paris Tank wristwatch, reference 18684, from 1978. Crafted in 925 Vermeil (gilded sterling silver) with a classic manual wind movement.
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20th Century French Aesthetic Movement Cartier Wrist Watches

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Vermeil, Silver

A Vintage Cartier Tank Allonge Wrist Watch, Alligator band
By Cartier
Located in Manhasset, NY
A Vintage Cartier Tank Allonge Wrist Watch in stainless steel case, with Alligator leather strap The watch features a 3/4 by 1.5 inch in stainless steel case, with warm brown leath...
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

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Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Française 1830 Chronograph 18K Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Française Chronograph Ref. 1830 in solid 18K yellow gold featuring silver dial, quartz movement, and integrated gold bracelet. Includes...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cartier Wrist Watches

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Gold

Brand New Cartier Pasha WGPA0026 with Original Box and Papers 18K Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand - Cartier Model - Pasha Reference number - WGPA0026 Movement - Automatic Case material - Rose gold Bracelet material - Crocodile skin Year of production - 2022 Condition - ...
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2010s European Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Revelation D'Une Panthere Rose Gold Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Cartier Diamond and Gold 'Révélation d'Une Panthère' wristwatch is a masterpiece of luxury and craftsmanship, designed to capture the imagination and enchant the senses. Encased ...
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2010s Cartier Wrist Watches

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Diamond, Rose Gold

CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Baignoire 18K yellow gold medium size , 31 x 23 mm Circa 2020.
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Carter Baignoire MM size (Medium), made in 18K yellow gold, measuring 31 x 23mm. The watch looks New and has not been worn, and is accompanied with a new Carter strap and buckle in 1...
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2010s Swiss Modern Cartier Wrist Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier gold plated Tank watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Cartier Tank watch embodies timeless sophistication, featuring an 18k gold electroplated case paired with a classic burgundy leather strap. Powered by a manual movement,...
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1980s Modern Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier La Dona 18k Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WE600501
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier La Dona 18k Rose Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WE600501 - Quartz. 18K Rose Gold case with pave diamond bezel (28 mm). Silver dial with Roman numerals. 18k rose gold bracelet; wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Française 2384 Stainless Steel Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
A timeless Cartier Tank Française reference 2384, crafted in stainless steel with a precise quartz movement. Dated to 2001, this classic model features Cartier’s signature Roman nume...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Cartier Wrist Watches

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Baignoire Allongée 18K Rose Gold Ladies Watch WJBA0006
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Baignoire Allongée 18K Rose Gold Ladies Watch WJBA0006 - Manual movement. 18K Rose Gold with factory diamond bezel ( 47 x 21 mm). Si...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

Cartier Ballon Bleu W6920046 Stainless Steel Automatic Watch With Card
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Cartier Ballon Bleu 3284 Men's Watch is a sophisticated timepiece that blends elegance with functionality. It features a 36mm stainless steel case and bezel, providing durability...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Wrist Watches

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Steel

Cartier Panthère 18k White Gold 27mm Quartz 1991 Box Only, Full Links
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Cartier Panthère watch in 18k white gold, manufactured in 1991. The watch comes with its original box but without papers. It features a 27mm case, quartz movement, and is presented w...
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1990s French Aesthetic Movement Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Tank American Diamond 18k Gold Unisex Watch Ref 2940
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Louis Cartier introduced the Tank line-up before the 1920's.  The collection has expanded over the years to incorporate a variety of variations. The Tank Americaine boasts an elongat...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Cartier Wrist Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

1940's Cartier Vintage Art Deco Mens Top Hat Wristwatch - Palladium & Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Suwanee, GA
NAMED ONE OF WATCHPRO MAGAZINE’S “HOT 100” - THE TOP 100 INFLUENCERS OF THE U.S. WATCH INDUSTRY. HOW CAN WE SERVE YOU? We’re new to offering our carefully curated collection on 1stDibs, but we have sold over 10,000 fine watches and exceptionally served thousands of customers with a 5.0 star rating on other online sites. 1940's CARTIER Vintage Art Deco Mens Top Hat Wristwatch - Palladium & Diamonds Exceedingly Rare Cartier "Top Hat" - Original Cresarrow Case - 1 Year Warranty Today's offering showcases this exceptionally rare and supremely elegant mens Cartier "Top Hat" watch made for the U.S. market. Popularized by Ginger Roger and Fred Astaire in their award-winning musical of the same name, the phrase came to stand for the glittering elegance associated with 1930's and 40's American high society. Patek Philippe, Cartier, and a few other fine Swiss houses embraced this idea by offering an exclusive Top Hat model as part their other gentlemen's wristwatch selections. Patek Philippe chose to build their model entirely in-house, while Cartier enlisted the help of the one of the best American case manufacturers of the day, Cresarrow of New York. Founded by Henry Blank in the late nineteenth century, Cresarrow contracted with Patek Philippe, Vacheron & Constantin, Tiffany, Cartier, IWC and also at times a few lesser known houses to build some of the beautiful examples of their early wristwatch cases. For this special...
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1930s Swiss Vintage Cartier Wrist Watches

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Palladium

Vintage Cartier Vendome 18 Karat yellow Gold Model 67080 on Deployment Buckle
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Cartier Model: Vendome 67080 Year: 1970s Material: 18k Yellow Gold Case 18K Yellow Cartier Deployment Buckle Case Measurement: 26mm Strap: Vintage Red Lizard Strap Movement: M...
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Mid-20th Century French Modernist Cartier Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Française Chronograph –30mm – Model 2303 – Full Set
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier Tank Française Chronograph – Large 30mm – Model 2303 – Full Set with 2024 Service This Cartier Tank Française Large Chronograph (Ref: 2303) is the ideal choice for collectors...
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1990s British Cartier Wrist Watches

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

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Stainless Steel

Cartier Panther Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Pave Diamond & Tahitian Mother of Pearl W
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panther Ladies 18k Yellow Gold Pave Diamond & Tahitian Mother of Pearl Watch WF3072FF 1280 - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case with factory pave diamond bezel and pave diamond cas...
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20th Century Swiss Cartier Wrist Watches

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 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 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 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 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.
  • 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.

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