Cartier Cactus De Cartier 18K Gold 0.40 Carat Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace
View Similar Items
Cartier Cactus De Cartier 18K Gold 0.40 Carat Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace
About the Item
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 18k Yellow Gold Hematite Dolphin Spartacus Chain PendantBy CartierLocated in New York, NYCartier 18K Yellow Gold Hematite Dolphin Spartacus Chain Pendant. A quirky hematite and 18k yellow gold Dolphin pendant by Cartier. The pendant featur...Category
20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces
MaterialsEmerald, Hematite, Yellow Gold
- Cartier White Gold Diamond Panthere Tassel Pendant on a Cartier Chain NecklaceBy CartierLocated in New York, NYThe Cartier Panthere tassel pendant with black enamel, black onyx, and set with round diamonds is a stunning piece of jewelry. The F/G color an...Category
20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$121,600 Sale Price20% Off - Cartier 18K White Gold Diamond Three Tiered Ring Pave Set Pendant NecklaceBy CartierLocated in New York, NYAn impressive diamond pendant by Cartier. Suspending three tiered rings, pavé-set with a total of 315 diamonds, enhanced by an X motif at top and suspended from a snake link chain....Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, White Gold
$25,800 Sale Price25% OffFree Shipping - Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Panthere On A Cartier Chain Pendant NecklaceBy CartierLocated in New York, NYCartier, the iconic and immortal Panthere pendant. Artfully and substantially sculpted in rich 18K gold with sparkling marquise diamond eyes, the sleek feline suspends from a Cartier...Category
20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$28,320 Sale Price20% OffFree Shipping - Cartier Trinity Diamond Panthere Chain Necklace 18 KaratBy CartierLocated in New York, NY18k white, yellow and pink gold Cartier necklace from the trinity collection featuring interlocking tricolor rings embellished with black lacquer acc...Category
2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, Gold
- 18K Yellow Gold 21 Carat Diamond Link Chain NecklaceLocated in New York, NY18K Yellow Gold 21 Carat Diamond Link Chain Necklace. Crafted out of 18K rose gold, every paperclip link is accented with round-cut diamonds, total di...Category
20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
- 0.40 Carat SI/HI Baguette Diamond Charm Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold JewelryBy Spectrum JewelsLocated in INThis pendant necklace is a perfect gift for yourself or a loved one, symbolizing elegance and refined taste. It is a timeless piece that can be treasured for a lifetime, representing...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,950 / itemFree Shipping - 0.40 Carat Natural Diamond Horseshoe Necklace Pendant 14K White Gold ChainLocated in New York, NY100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace with 18'' chain 0.40CT G-H SI 14K White Gold Pave style 2.3 gram 3/4 inch in height, 5/8 inch in wid...Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
$1,349 / itemFree Shipping - 0.40 Carat Blue Sapphire Sphere Ball Gold NecklaceLocated in New York, NYFun and Classic Ball Necklace The necklace is 18K Yellow Gold There are 0.40 Carats in Blue Sapphires The ball hangs on a chain and slides back and forth. The ball cannot be removed ...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
MaterialsSapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
- 18K White Gold Double Teardrop Diamond Pendant Necklace and ChainLocated in Great Neck, NYThis beautiful pendant is made of 46 round VS2, G color diamonds totaling 0.36 carats to create a unique layered tear-drop design. The diamonds are set in 2.8 grams of 18 karat white...Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
- Octagon Cut Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow GoldBy VR JewelsLocated in Houston, TXDiamond Necklace in 18K Gold studded with Octagon cut diamonds. Accessorize your look with this elegant diamond chain necklace. This stunning pie...Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,576 Sale Price / item20% OffFree Shipping - Piaget Possession Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Circle Pendant Chain NecklaceBy PiagetLocated in Boca Raton, FLThis chic authentic necklace is by Piaget from the Possession Collection. Crafted from 18k yellow gold with a high polished finish featuring a large open ring interlaced with a small...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, 18k Gold, Yellow 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.