Cartier Santos de Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Link Long Necklace
View Similar Items
Cartier Santos de Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Link Long Necklace
About the Item
- Creator:
- Metal:
- Weight:55 g
- Dimensions:Length: 22 in (558.8 mm)
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:n/a
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Miami, FL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU173129121362
Cartier
For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.
Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.
Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)
Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.
One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.
Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.
On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.
While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.
On 1stDibs, find a growing collection of contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories.
- Cartier Santos de Cartier 18 Karat White Gold Chain NecklaceBy CartierLocated in Miami, FLDesigner: Cartier Collection: Santos de Cartier Style: Chain Link Necklace Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 18k Total Item Weight (grams): 62.4 Necklace Length: 21.5 inches Ne...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
MaterialsWhite Gold
- Cartier Agrafe de Cartier Pave Necklace in 18K Yellow GoldBy CartierLocated in Miami, FLBrand: Cartier Collection: Agrafe Style: Pendant Necklace Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity :18K Stones: Round Brilliant Cut Necklace Length: 15.5 inches Pendant Size: 1 i...Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Choker Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, Yellow Gold
- Contempo 18k Yellow Gold Elipse Chain Link BraceletLocated in Miami, FLBrilliance Jewels, Miami Questions? Call Us Anytime! 786,482,8100 Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 14k Total Item Weight (g): 29.2 Bracelet Length: 7.5 inches Bracelet Width: 1....Category
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Materials14k Gold, Yellow Gold
- New Cartier De Santos WHSA0016 18k Rose Gold Skeleton Watch Large ModelBy CartierLocated in Miami, FLBrand: Cartier Style: Large Skeleton Watch Model Name: Santos De Cartier Model Number: WHSA0016 Movement: Hand-Wound Mechanical Movement Case Size: 39.7 mm Year: 2021 Dial Col...Category
2010s Wrist Watches
MaterialsRose Gold
- Spiga Chain in 14k Yellow GoldLocated in Miami, FLStyle: Spiga Chain Necklace Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 14K Necklace Length: 24 in Total Weight: 6.7 g Includes: 24 Month Brilliance Jewels Warranty ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials14k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Cartier Panthere De Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Case & Band Ref. 1070By CartierLocated in Miami, FLITEM SPECIFICATIONS: Designer: Cartier Model Name: Panthere De Cartier Reference Number: 1070 Movement: Quartz Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 18k Bracelet: 18k Yellow Gold w...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
MaterialsDiamond, Yellow Gold
- 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Chain NecklaceBy Alex JonaLocated in Torino, ITAlex Jona Design Collection, Hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold, Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for the excellent quality of the gemstone...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Necklaces
Materials18k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Long Necklace Chain Yellow Gold 18 KaratLocated in Vannes, FRThe 18 Karat yellow gold chain necklace is an exceptional jewel that perfectly embodies elegance and refinement. At 80 cm long and 0.7 cm wide, this long necklace has a slim look tha...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials18k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Link 16 Inch Chain NecklaceBy CartierLocated in New York, NYIndulge in the timeless allure of this Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 16-inch Chain, a classic piece that seamlessly combines luxury with everyday wearability. Crafted with precisio...Category
20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials18k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Paperclip Link 55 1/2 Long Antique Chain NecklaceLocated in Philadelphia, PAComprised of cable link chain alternating in pattern with elongated paperclip links Bisected by open oval-shaped forms Completed by large rose gold spring clasp closure Chain tested...Category
Antique 1880s Victorian Chain Necklaces
MaterialsGold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,000Free Shipping - 1980s Long Textured Link 18 Karat Gold Chain NecklaceLocated in New York, NYBeautifully handcrafted in 18 karat yellow gold this 1980s chic chain necklace consists of 39 textured solid gold elements, flexibly connected to textured oval links. The necklace me...Category
Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces
Materials18k Gold
- 1980s 18 Karat Gold Bar Link Long Chain NecklaceLocated in New York, NYBeautifully 1980s 18 karat yellow gold long chain necklace. Measuring 39.5 inches in length it can be casually worn at full length or doubled up as a choker. Elongated rectangular ba...Category
Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces
Materials18k Gold
Recently Viewed
View AllRead More
How to Spot a Fake Cartier Love Bracelet
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
The 14 Most Iconic Watches for Women
Style, craft and heritage combine to make these designs undeniable classics.