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Cartier Watches

King Edward VII of England called Cartier the “jeweler of kings and king of jewelers.” Established in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, the French maison was from its beginnings a darling of the aristocracy. But Cartier is also known for its luxury watches. It was the founder’s grandson, Louis Cartier, who cemented its reputation as a trendsetting watchmaker. In 1904, he made one of the first men's wristwatches for a friend, Brazilian coffee-plantation heir Alberto Santos-Dumont.

Although the pocket watch was the de rigueur men’s accessory of the day, Santos-Dumont, a pioneering aviator, found his own hard to consult while keeping his plane aloft. Louis fashioned a timepiece with a flat, square case on a leather strap that could be referred to easily at a glance. Named in honor of Louis’s friend, the Santos was eventually produced for sale in 1911.

Deemed daring and modern, men’s wristwatches became a vogue among the elite. Capitalizing on his success, Louis released the Tonneau in 1906. Its barrel-shaped case, another departure from the traditional round pocket watch, was embraced by other savvy watchmakers and remains a perennial favorite.

However, the Tonneau was soon eclipsed by Louis’s most iconic design. During the First World War, he was so impressed by the Renault tanks he saw on the Western Front that in 1917, he created a watch inspired by their industrial forms — the Cartier Tank watch.

Louis’s inventive streak didn’t stop at men’s watches. In 1906, he took a traditional round ladies’ case and stretched it into an elegant oval. The style was later dubbed the Baignoire for its resemblance to the elongated curves of a bathtub. In 1914, he commissioned artist George Barbier to illustrate an invitation to an upcoming exhibition. The resulting Dame à la panthère marked the debut of the animal that would become synonymous with the house.

That same year, Cartier introduced its first jewel incorporating the panther motif: a diamond watch with onyx spots, the inspiration for the current women’s Panthère model. After Louis’s death, in 1942, his legacy continued in the brand’s penchant for timepieces with unusual shapes. Its ultimate expression may be the Dalí-esque Crash watch, introduced in 1967 and said to be modeled on a Baignoire pulled from a car wreck.

Browse an expansive collection of unique Cartier wristwatches and pocket watches today on 1stDibs.

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Jewelry Type: Fashion Jewelry
Creator: Cartier
Gold-plated Alarm Clock
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
* Gold plated * Cabochon crown * Roman numeral dial * Sword hands * Folding design * Very good condition with minimal signs of use. This may include fading of material or plating and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

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Gold Plate

Cartier Santos Galbée lady bicolor wristwatch in yellow gold plated & steel
By Cartier
Located in Paris, IDF
Superb​ ​Watch​ ​Woman​ ​Cartier​ ​Santos​ ​Galbée​ ​bicolor Movement​ ​:​ ​Automatic Case​ ​:​ ​Gold/Steel Bracelet/Bracelet​ ​:​ ​Original Bracelet​ ​length​ ​:​ ​can​ ​fit​ ​wris...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cartier Watches

Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Alligator Ballon Bleu WSBB0028 Women's Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
First created in 2007, the Cartier Ballon Bleu watch is a song of details and harmony. The now-iconic watch gets its identity from the guarded blue bubble of the winding crown on the...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Cartier Watches

Cartier Pink Stainless Steel Miss Pasha W3140008 Women's Wristwatch 27 mm
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Embrace opulence with an authentic Cartier Miss Pasha W3140008 timepiece. A masterpiece of craftsmanship, it exudes elegance with its iconic design, Swiss precision, and exquisite ma...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Cartier Watches

Cartier Pasha Seatimer Lady watch 33 mm W3140002 VPEMNE never worn
By Cartier
Located in Pescara, IT
Cartier Pasha Seatimer LADY watch 33 mm stainless steel quartz silver dial white rubber strap ,model no. W3140002 VPEMNE. The watch features a silvered opaline dial with black Arabic...
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2010s Italian Cartier Watches

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Stainless Steel

Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Ronde Solo 3603 Men's Wristwatch 36 mm
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Let this fine designer wristwatch accompany you with ease and luxurious style. Beautifully crafted using the best quality materials, this authentic branded watch is built to be a sta...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Cartier Watches

Cartier Silver Diamond Stainless Steel Ballon Bleu Women's Wristwatch 36 mm
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
First created in 2007, the Cartier Ballon Bleu watch is a song of details and harmony. The now-iconic watch gets its identity from the guarded blue bubble of the winding crown on the...
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2010s French Contemporary Cartier Watches

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Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Silver Diamond Stainless Steel Ballon Bleu WE902075 Women's Wristwatch 3
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
First created in 2007, the Cartier Ballon Bleu watch is a song of details and harmony. The now-iconic watch gets its identity from the guarded blue bubble of the winding crown on the...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Ballon Bleu W6920071 Women's Wristwatch 33 mm
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
First created in 2007, the Cartier Ballon Bleu watch is a song of details and harmony. The now-iconic watch gets its identity from the guarded blue bubble of the winding crown on the...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Cartier Silver Diamond 18K Rose Gold Alligator Leather Clé de Cartier WJCL0047 W
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Cartier's Clé de Cartier WJCL0047 is an example of minimalist elegance. It is imbued with classic elements and Cartier's history of meticulous craftsmanship. This stunning luxury wat...
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2010s European Cartier Watches

Cartier Santos Galbée lady bicolor wristwatch in yellow gold plated & steel
By Cartier
Located in Paris, IDF
Superb​ ​Watch​ ​Woman​ ​Cartier​ ​Santos​ ​Galbée​ ​bicolor Movement:​ ​Automatic Case:​ ​Gold/Steel Bracelet/Bracelet:​ ​Original Bracelet​ ​length:​ ​can​ ​fit​ ​wrists​ ​up​ ​to...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank Must GM Golden Black Precious
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier Must model Tank watch in vermeil (gold-plated 925/1000 silver), black background, mechanical movement (manual winding), black exotic leather strap and original Cartier gold-p...
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1990s French Cartier Watches

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Silver, Stainless Steel, Gold Plate

Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Roadster 2675 Women's Wristwatch 31 mm
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The charm of a finely crafted wristwatch accompanies the wearer through the years and to any occasion they have a date for. It is this charm, infused with timeless luxury, that makes...
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2010s Italian Cartier Watches

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Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Demoiselle Mother Of Pearl & Steel Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier Santos Demoiselle Mother Of Pearl & Steel Watch Swiss made watch designed with pink Mother Of Pearl dial and Roman numerals having a quartz movement. Styled with polished s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

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Steel

Cartier Tank Must GM Silver Blue Precious
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier Must model Tank watch in 925/1000 silver, ecru background with blue railway indexes and Roman numerals, quartz movement, blue exotic leather strap, Cartier folding clasp...
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1990s French Cartier Watches

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Silver, Stainless Steel

Vintage Cartier 18k Gold Diamond Braided Watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Longines Movement Wristwatch Company: Cartier Movement: Longines Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Condition: Excellent Year Of Manufacture: Circa 1940s Le...
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1950s Vintage Cartier Watches

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Silver 18K Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Ballon Bleu De Cartier 3284 Women
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
First created in 2007, the Cartier Ballon Bleu watch is a song of details and harmony. The now-iconic watch gets its identity from the guarded blue bubble of the winding crown on the...
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2010s Italian Cartier Watches

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Yellow Gold, Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Silver Grey Stainless Steel Must De Cartier Women's Wristwatch 31 mm
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Cartier Must De Cartier 21 1330 women's wristwatch is an exquisite timepiece that combines classic elegance with modern functionality. It features a sleek stainless steel case an...
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2010s French Contemporary Cartier Watches

Cartier Panthere Watch Yellow Gold - Medium
By Cartier
Located in Double Bay, AU
MEDIUM SIZE – QUARTZ – YELLOW GOLD RRP: approx. $44,00 AUD Year: 2022 Case : Yellow gold Dimensions: 29 mm x 37 mm Thickness: 7 mm Crown : Crown set with a blue sapphire Dial...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

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Yellow Gold

Cartier Silver 18K Rose Gold Alligator Leather Ballon Bleu 3003 36 MM
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
First created in 2007, the Cartier Ballon Bleu watch is a song of details and harmony. The now-iconic watch gets its identity from the guarded blue bubble of the winding crown on the side. The Ballon Bleu 3003 watch we have here is for women, and it comes in a 36 mm case size. The 18k rose gold Cartier...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Cartier Watches

Cartier Silver Diamond Stainless Steel Ballon Bleu WE902075 Women's Wristwatch 3
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
First created in 2007, the Cartier Ballon Bleu watch is a song of details and harmony. The now-iconic watch gets its identity from the guarded blue bubble of the winding crown on the...
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2010s Italian Cartier Watches

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Diamond, Stainless Steel, Steel, Silver

Cartier Mother of Pearl 18K Blanc de Cartier 3722 Women's Wristwatch 30 mm
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Dazzle the eyes that fall on you when you flaunt this Ballon Blanc de Cartier timepiece from Cartier on your wrist. Swiss-made, it has been exquisitel...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Cartier Watches

Cartier Silver 18k White Gold Diamond Alligator Pasha WJ116136
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Dream-like creations that one can wear and treasure forever are found in the Cartier Pasha collection. From the same line comes this Cartier Pasha WJ116136 watch for women in 18k whi...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank Américaine Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
The Tank Américaine watch was first launched in 1989. This is a small model with quartz movement. The case is in a white gold set with brilliant cut d...
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2010s Cartier Watches

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Diamond

Cartier Ballon Blanc 18 Karat Gold Diamond Bezel Mother of Pearl Dial Watch
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful Cartier 18K gold wristwatch from Cartier’s Ballon Blanc collection with the most stunning diamond as the focal point! Do not miss out on this timelessly elegant Cartier diamond watch...
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2010s Swiss Cartier Watches

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Diamond

Cartier TANK MUST WATCH RED
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Tank Must watch, large model, quartz movement. Steel case, beaded crown set with a synthetic cabochon-shaped spinel, claret lacquered dial, polished steel sw...
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2010s French Cartier Watches

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Stainless Steel

Cartier Silver 18K Rose Gold Diamond Tank Anglaise Women's Wristwatch 26 mm
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Cartier timepiece is a must-have creation for watch enthusiasts! Made using 18k rose gold and stainless steel, this Tank Anglaise watch has a silver dial with diamond hour marke...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Cartier Watches

Cartier Silver Stainless Steel Diamond Panthere W4PN0007 Women's Wristwatch 22 m
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Panthère from Cartier is a creation worthy of being yours. As a true style icon, It has a grand fusion of elegance with contemporary charm in every detail, from the square case ...
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2010s European Cartier Watches

Cartier Black Stainless Rubber Pasha de Cartier Seatimer W3107702
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The charm of a finely crafted wristwatch accompanies the wearer through the years and to any occasion they have a date for. It is this charm, infused with timeless luxury, that makes...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Cartier Salmon Stainless Steel Pasha De Cartier WSPA0040 Men's Wristwatch 41 mm
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Embrace opulence with an authentic Pasha de Cartier timepiece. A masterpiece of craftsmanship, it exudes elegance with its iconic design, Swiss precision, and exquisite materials, ke...
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2010s European Cartier Watches

Cartier Pink Mother Of Pearl 18K Rose Gold Stainless Steel Ballon Bleu 3284 Wome
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A timeless silhouette made of high-quality materials and packed with precision and luxury makes this Cartier wristwatch the perfect choice for a sophisticated finish to any look. It ...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Cartier Silver 18K White Gold Diamond Declaration Women's Wristwatch 16 mm
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
There are not a lot of Cartier Declaration watches in the preowned market. It's one of the most exclusive watch collections from the brand an...
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2010s French Contemporary Cartier Watches

Cartier Silver Diamond 18K Rose Gold Ballon Bleu WJBB0005 Automatic Women's Wris
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
First created in 2007, the Cartier Ballon Bleu watch is a song of details and harmony. The now-iconic watch gets its identity from the guarded blue bubble of the winding crown on the side. The Ballon Bleu WJBB0005 watch we have here is for women, and it comes in a 36 mm case size. The 18k rose gold...
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2010s Italian Cartier Watches

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Diamond, Rose Gold, Silver

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 Bvlgari, Patek Philippe and Chopard. Cartier watches can vary in price, gemstone, time period and other attributes. Price for these items starts at US$795 and tops out at US$1,400,000, while pieces like these can sell for US$7,916 on average.
Questions About Cartier Watches
  • 1stDibs 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 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 ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    There are at least a few things that make Cartier so special. Cartier is one of the most well-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world. The French luxury brand has helped to define style trends. Cartier made one of the first modern wristwatches for men� the Santos de Cartier� and its panth�re motif and Love bracelet are internationally renowned. Every piece produced by Cartier is also carefully crafted out of high-quality materials. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Cartier pieces.
  • 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 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    On Cartier jewelry, a 750 stamp means that a piece is 75% gold metal. You will find the stamp on the 18-karat gold pieces made by Cartier, such as the Love bracelet. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Cartier jewelry from some of the worlds top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    No, the Cartier Santos watch is not discontinued as of December 2021. The luxury watchmaker did discontinue the watch in 2016 but then revived the line in 2018 to celebrate the watch's 40th anniversary. You'll find a variety of Cartier Santos watches on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most Cartier watches are quartz, but the iconic Tank watch is automatic. While quartz watches work due to a pre-installed battery, automatic watches use a spring system and are self-winding.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Unnamed designers working for Cartier designed the Cartier Ecrou bracelet. They based the design for the jewelry released in 2017 on that of the Juste un Clou that Aldo Cipullo created for the brand in 1971. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Cartier Ecrou bracelets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    While the luxury jewelry maker has produced many iconic pieces, the Trinity de Cartier ring is perhaps its most famous. The Trinity debuted in 1924 and features interlocking rings in rose, yellow and white gold. Shop a collection of Cartier rings from top jewelers around the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cartier watches are considered luxury watches. Cartier is a noted jeweler, taking that attention to detail and access to high-quality metals and jewels to their watches—they spare no expense and are highly desirable. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Cartier watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cartier pieces may be cheaper in Paris than they are in the U.S., but that's because of the exchange rate. Cartier doesn't price the pieces depending on the country.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Pasha 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.

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