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Jewelry & Watches For Sale
Creator: Cartier
Creator: Versace
Cartier Art Deco Sapphire Jabot Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Art Deco Sapphire Jabot Brooch A Cartier brooch featuring a center oval-shaped sapphire, accented with rectangle-cut sapphires and baguette and...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Cartier Santos Dumont 18k gold & stainless steel Manual Wristwatch Ref w2sa0017
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Santos Dumont XL in 18k rose gold and stainless steel on a black crocodile strap with a Cartier stainless steel tang buckle. With box and papers. Manual. Measures 46.9mm long...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise w527602 stainless steel Quartz Wristwatch
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph in stainless steel on a orginal Cartier leather strap with an orignal Cartier deployant buckle. Quartz w/ subseconds, date and chronograph. 29.5mm ...
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Early 2000s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos 100 stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref w20106x8
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Santos 100 in stainless steel on black leather strap with deployant buckle. Auto w/ sweep seconds. 33 mm case size. Ref w20106x8. Fine Pre-owned Cartier Watch. Certified pr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Love Small 18K White Gold Round Brilliant Cut 10 Diamond Bracelet
Located in Rome, IT
Cartier Love Small 18K White Gold 0.21 ct Round Brilliant Cut 10 Diamond Bracelet 3.7mm Wide Size 18. The Bracelet weighs 21.4 grams of solid 18K White Gold, 3.7 mm wide, Size 18,...
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2010s French Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Tank Americaine 18k white gold Quartz Wristwatch Ref WB7073L1
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Tank Americaine in 18k white gold with original diamond bezel and crown on 18k white gold bracelet. Quartz. Measures 35mm long (lug to lug) by 19mm wide. Ref WB7073L1. Circa ...
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Early 2000s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Pasha stainless steel Quartz Wristwatch Ref 1050
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Pasha in stainless steel. Quartz w/ subseconds, date and chronograph. 38 mm case size. Ref 1050. Fine Pre-owned Cartier Watch. Certified preowned Sport Cartier Pasha 1050 w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Roadster stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref W62032X6
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Roadster GMT in stainless steel. Auto w/ sweep seconds, date and dual time. 40 mm case size. Ref W62032X6. Circa 2000s. Fine Pre-owned Cartier Watch. Certified preowned Spo...
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Early 2000s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Love 18k white gold bracelet
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Love bracelet 18k white gold. Size 16. Comes with Cartier box and Cartier service papers dated September, 2023. Ref. B6067617
Category

2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Myst 18K White Gold 1.0ct Diamond and Rock Crystal Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
On this 18K white gold Cartier ring, a beautifully rounded rock crystal magnifies the 1.0 carats of sparkling diamonds accenting the center of the design. This piece features a 6mm w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Bergamo Gold Hoop Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Cartier MATERIALS: 18k Yellow Gold GEMSTONE: 0.80cts Round Brilliant Cut Diamond WEIGHT: 29.5 grams MEASUREMENTS: 1" x 3/8" HALLMARKS: Cartier, 750 ITEM DETAILS: A pair o...
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Late 20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos 100 XL 18K Rose Gold Men's Watch 2792 W20095Y1
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos 100 XL 18K Rose Gold Men's Watch 2792 W20095Y1- Automatic winding. 18K Rose Gold (41mm x 50mm). Silver dial with roman numerals. Black Cartier strap with 18K Rose gold...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Diamond Trinity Gold 18K Ring
Located in Geneva, CH
Gold Trinity ring set with brilliant cut diamonds. 'Trinity', Cartier. Interlocking movable intertwined yellow gold 18K bands, brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Cartier, numbered, Fren...
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1990s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Cartier Cougar 18k & stainless steel Quartz Wristwatch Ref 1551
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Cougar in 18k & stainless steel. Quartz w/ sweep seconds and date. 30 mm case size. With damaged box. Ref 1551. Circa 2000s. Fine Pre-owned Cartier Watch. Certified preowne...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel, 18k Gold

Cartier Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
Very rare Cartier Aquamarine and Diamond Ring Aquamarine 5.76 carat 272 diamonds 1.92 carat
Category

2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Cartier Juste Un Clou 18k Rose Gold Small Model Ring Size 52
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Juste Un Clou collection from Cartier is all about making ordinary objects into exquisite pieces of jewelry, and it would be fair to say that this piece is truly beyond precious....
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu stainless steel Automatic Wristwatch Ref WSBB0026
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Ballon Bleu in stainless steel on an alligator strap with deployant buckle. Auto w/ sweep seconds and date. Box and papers.42 mm case size. Ref WSBB0026. Circa 2016. Fine Pre...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Pasha 18k white gold Automatic Wristwatch Ref W3013756
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier Pasha 38mm in 18k white gold with rotating bezel. Auto w/movement under glass, sweep seconds and date. 38 mm case size. Circa 2010s. Ref W3013756. Fine Pre-owned Cartier Watc...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Amulette de Cartier Diamond 18K White Gold SM Ring Size 53
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2451 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2015 Model Amulette Serial Number BB**** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Diamond Weight Approx3.8 g Total Carat of Diamonds 0.77ct Ring Size 53 Co...
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2010s French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Ten Diamond LOVE Bangle Size 19
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct rose gold bangle from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This bangle forms part of the LOVE collection and features ten round brilliant cut diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Diamond and Sapphire Articulated Panther Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Diamond and Sapphire, Emerald and Onyx - Articulated Paws Panther Ring. Approximately Diamond Weight 4.50 CTS, Embellished with Sapphire Spots, Emerald Eyes and an Onyx Nose....
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Cartier 'Toi Et Moi' Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Diamond Pave By-Pass 'You and Me' Ring Containing One Pear-Shaped Diamond and One Pear-Shaped Emerald. Size - 5 French Assay Marks Signed - Cartier
Category

1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Multi Gemstone 18ct White Gold Love Bangle
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Multi Gemstone 18ct White Gold Love Bangle Brand- Cartier Model- Multi Gemstone Love Bangle Product Type- Bracelet Serial Number- CS**** Age- Circa 2016 Accompanied By- Cart...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond 18ct White Gold D'Amour Bracelet
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Diamond 18ct White Gold D'Amour Bracelet Brand- Cartier Model- D'Amour Bracelet Product Type- Bracelet Serial Number- GY**** Age- Circa 2019 Accompanied By- Cartier Box, Cer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 18k White Gold and Pave Diamond "Love" Ring
Located in New York, NY
Unique Special Collection 18k White Gold Tapered Cylindrical Pave Diamond Love Collection Ring with Black Onyx Motif. Approximate Diamond Weight 2.82 CTS. Size - 54 / 6.75 Signed -...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Pave Eternity Full Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Cartier Pave Eternity Full Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold Additional Information: Brand: Cartier Gender: Women Gemstone: Diamond Material: Yellow gold (18K) Ring size (US): 6 Condi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier 18ct White Gold Love Wedding Band Ring
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct White Gold Love Wedding Band Ring Brand- Cartier Model- Love Wedding Band Product Type- Ring Serial Number- ND**** Material(s)- 18ct White Gold UK Ring Size- L EU Ring ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond and Sapphire Dove Les Oiseaux Liberes Ring
Located in New York, NY
Depicting a Pair Of Birds in Flight, This Fanciful Ring is Set with Pave Diamonds and Accented with Buff-Top Calibre-Cut Sapphires and Round Emerald Eyes. French Assay Marks Signed ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18ct Yellow Gold & Diamond 'Ecrou de Cartier' Single Earring by Cartier
Located in London, GB
The classic Cartier 'Ecrou' single earring crafted from 18ct yellow gold with square baguette cut diamonds invisibly set around the screw heads. Featuring a ridged detail to both si...
Category

2010s European Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Paris 1994 Rare Necklace Pendant In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Malachite
Located in Miami, FL
Malachite necklace pendant designed by Cartier. This is a very rare and very hard to find necklace-pendant, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier. It was carefully...
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1990s French Modern Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Just Ankle Nail Ring SYZ313 18k Yellow Gold AU750 AUTHENTIC Cert
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER 18K Yellow Gold Juste Un Clou Ring 46 comes with original box and Guarantee Certificate 18 Karat Yellow Gold Weight 3.2GM Yellow Gold Serial # SYZ313 Ring Size 46, US 4.5 U...
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Early 2000s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Marquise Diamond Gold Band Ring
Located in Napoli, Italy
A unique 18k yellow gold diamond Cartier ring. The ring comprises of a marquise cut diamond in a rubover setting with a total weight of approximately 0.40 ct., G color and VvS clarit...
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Late 20th Century French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Double Panthere Lakarda 18k Gold Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Double Panthere Lakarda 18k Gold and Diamond Ring. Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds. Approximate Diamond Weight 8 CTS, E Color, VVS1 Clarity. 2 emerald eyes. 2 black onyx noses....
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 18K White Gold and Diamond 3-row Panther Link Ring
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18K white gold and diamond 3-row panther link ring is know for its luxury and elegance. This iconic Cartier motif is embellished with sparkling diamonds that reflect its stun...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Cartier 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Bracelet Concord Watch with Box
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 Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Paris Penelope Double C 18k Gold Large Earrings
Located in Milano, IT
Cartier 18K White Gold Penelope Double C earrings weighing 18 grams. Excellent pre-owned condition. Signed and numbered, french marks. 100% Original guaranteed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Juste un Clou Diamond Bracelet Size 15
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct white gold bracelet from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This piece forms part of their iconic Juste un Clou collection and showcases a wra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Calatrava Vermeil 24mm Manual Wind
Located in New York, NY
This is a 1980's Cartier Calatrava watch in vermeil. The case of this watch measures 24mm in diameter. The watch is powered by a Cartier manual wind...
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1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Vermeil

Cartier 18ct Yellow Gold Baby Love Necklace
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct Yellow Gold Baby Love Necklace Brand- Cartier Model- Baby Love Necklace Product Type- Necklace Serial Number- PU**** Age- Circa 2022 Accompanied By- Cartier Certificate...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Santos Dumont, Men's Large Size, circa 1975-1980
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Cartier Vintage Santos Dumont, Circa 1975-1980, made in 18K yellow gold. The watch measures 25 x 36mm. The watch is accompanied with a black crocodile...
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1970s French Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Sapphire and Enamel Stars and Strips "Home Front" Brooch - Circa 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Original Cartier "Home Front" clip brooch features a 9.60 CTS No Heat Ceylon Sapphire set in 14K Yellow and 14K Pink Gold. Cartier's Patented and Illusory Design Gives the Appearance...
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1940s Retro Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 0.24ct Brilliant Cut Solitaire Diamond 18ct Rose Gold 1895 Ring
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 0.24ct Brilliant Cut Solitaire Diamond 18ct Rose Gold 1895 Ring Brand- Cartier Model- 0.24ct Diamond 1895 Ring Product Type- Ring Serial Number- DG**** Age- Circa 2018 Accom...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold and Steel Cufflinks by Cartier Circa 1980
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of vintage 1980s Cartier cufflinks in 18 karat yellow gold and steel; part of our diverse vintage cufflink collections. These exceptional, fine and impressive vintage cufflinks have been crafted in 18k yellow gold and steel. The tapering, rounded anterior links are encompassed with alternating strands of yellow gold and steel, creating a threaded appearance; the yellow gold portions are subtly elevated. The steel posterior links have an oval cylindrical form with tapering terminals. The cufflinks articulate to the reverse via a yellow gold five link chain, securing to the posterior link with a yellow gold collar design. The reverse of the anterior links are each signed 'Cartier' and include the serial number 417320, and the reverse link incorporates the design name 'Cretacia'. These vintage Cartier cufflinks have been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold and steel. Condition These impressive vintage cufflinks are superior quality as to be expected from this maker. The cufflinks are a superior gauge of gold and steel, and are in excellent condition. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these exceptional vintage mens Cartier cufflinks...
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1980s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Cartier Diamond "Babylone" Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Platinum and Diamond "Babylone" Ear Clips. Composed of Graduated Chevron-Shaped Links Set with Round Diamonds. Approximate Diamond Weight - 8.63 CTS Approximate Length - 1 5/...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Bangle. Pave Diamonds with a Total Weight of 10.00 CTS Surround the Entirety of This Sleek and Elegant Cartier Creation. Approximate Inner Circum...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Paris Carved Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Demi-Parure
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Paris Carved Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Drapery Necklace & Ear Clips. Of Mughal Inspiration the Flexible Motifs Centering on Carved Emeralds, Collet-Set with Rounds ...
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1950s Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Cabochon Sapphire Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderfully rare multi gemstone ring from the world renowned, luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This vintage piece has been crafted from 18ct white gold and showcases a pa...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Gold, White Gold

Cartier Vintage Horseshoe Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stylish diamond necklace from the world renowned jewellery house of Cartier. This vintage piece has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold and features a horseshoe style mot...
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20th Century Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18ct White Gold Ecrou De Cartier Bracelet
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct White Gold Ecrou De Cartier Bracelet Brand- Cartier Model- Ecrou De Cartier Bracelet Product Type- Bracelet Serial Number- GQ**** Accompanied By- Cartier Pouch Material...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Pavé 2.00 Carat Diamond Half Band Ring Size M (53)
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful 18ct rose gold, pave set diamond band ring from the luxury jewellery designer Cartier. The ring features 2.0 carats of sparkling round brilliant cut diamonds whic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Juste un Clou Pavé Diamond Ring Size M (52)
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous diamond ring from the world renowned jewellery house of Cartier. This piece forms part of their 'Juste un Clou' collection with a triple wrap nail design whic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's 42mm Stainless Steel Automatic W69012Z4 3765
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's 42mm Stainless Steel Automatic W69012Z4 3765 - Automatic winding. Stainless Steel (42mm diameter). Silver guilloche dial with Roman numerals; date at 3 o'cl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Jewelry & Watches

Cartier Four Diamond LOVE Bangle Size 16
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct white gold bangle from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This bangle forms part of the LOVE collection and features four round brilliant cut diamo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Brilliant Cut 1.67ct Solitaire And Diamond Band Platinum 1895 Ring
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Brilliant Cut 1.67ct Solitaire And Diamond Band Platinum 1895 Ring Brand- Cartier Model- 1.67ct Diamond 1895 Ring Product Type- Ring Serial Number- QQ**** Age- Circa 2016 Ac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Trinity Ruban Diamond Solitaire Ring
Located in London, GB
Here we have an iconic ring from the world renowned jewellery house of Cartier. With this particular piece, Cartier's Trinity symbol has been re-worked into a bejewelled ribbon aroun...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier 18ct Rose Gold Love Bangle
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct Rose Gold Love Bangle Brand- Cartier Model- Love Bangle Product Type- Bracelet Serial Number- WD**** Accompanied By- Cartier Box, Service Papers, Screwdriver Material(s...
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2010s Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier 18ct Rose Gold Love Bangle
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct Rose Gold Love Bangle Brand- Cartier Model- Love Bangle Product Type- Bracelet Serial Number- EY**** Accompanied By- Cartier Box, Service Papers, Screwdriver Material(s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Jewelry & Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Arrow Jabot Pin
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulously rare Art Deco onyx and diamond arrow jabot pin from the world renowned jewellery house of Cartier. This piece has been crafted in France from platinum and s...
Category

1930s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry & Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Diamond Rings, Luxury Watches and Other Antique and Vintage Fine Jewelry and Estate Jewelry on 1stDibs

Our love for diamond rings, luxury watches and other antique and vintage fine jewelry and estate jewelry goes back thousands of years.

Jewelry has long been a symbol of spiritual strength, wealth or power and, of course, a means of personal expression. While materials and processes employed by the world’s most popular jewelry housesTiffany & Co., Cartier, BVLGARI and others — have evolved over time, humans still gravitate toward many of the same accessories that our ancestors wore.

Ancient Egyptians were often hard at work designing jewelry and adorning themselves with an array of necklaces, rings and other items, and nearly every Egyptian, rich or poor, was buried with some kind of jewelry. When King Tut’s burial chamber was excavated, it revealed a sense of style that inspired Art Deco jewelry designs.

Brooches and pins remain essentials in our jewelry boxes, although we no longer require them to fasten our garments, as was once their primary use. Rings, which have always been signifiers of eternity, still serve as romantic gifts and tokens of affection. Engagement rings are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment — and as it can be difficult to choose the right one, explore our buying guides for a close look at antique engagement ringsArt Deco engagement rings and vintage engagement rings. [Fun fact: It wasn’t until the 14th century that we learned how to effectively cut diamonds, a critical step in revealing the stone’s brilliance.]

Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C. We’ve even created our own new, sacred symbols — the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, with its distinctive locking mechanism, is an understated and modernist symbol of love’s promise (with its own captivating history to boot). And, crafted by French jeweler Jacques Arpels of Van Cleef & Arpels, the Magic Alhambra necklace channels luck for the wearer with its universally adored design, which is informed by four-leaf clovers, a plant synonymous with good fortune.

Whether it’s our sentimental charm jewelry, costume jewelry, chunky retro bracelets or minimalist earrings created by the likes of contemporary designers WHITE/SPACE and Agmes, luxurious jewels can elevate any outfit, regardless of your personal style.

Find a wide-ranging collection of authentic antique, new and vintage jewelry today on 1stDibs.

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