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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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Creator: Cartier
Vintage Cartier Santos Watch, Steel, Ref. 2960
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Vintage Cartier Santos watch, steel, Ref. 2960 Here's a vintage Cartier Santos steel automatic reference 2960 with a white roman numeral dial f...
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Late 20th Century French Cartier Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Steel

Cartier by Piaget Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Ladies Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A rare limited edition Cartier by Piaget watch showcasing a lapis lazuli dial and a brilliant diamond bezel. Diamonds are approximately 2.50 ca...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Cartier Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Baignoire 18K Yellow Gold with Three Row Diamonds Bezel Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Baignoire 18K Yellow Gold with Three Row Diamonds Bezel Quartz Movement 22 x 33 mm case
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Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Cartier Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthère Vendôme 18 Carat Yellow Gold & Steel Round Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Get ready to fall in love with this spectacular wrist watch from the iconic Cartier Panthère Collection, expertly crafted from 18 carat yellow gold and stainless steel. The wonderfu...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Faberge Tonneau Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Faberge Tonneau Watch - Manual Movement. 18K Yellow gold ( 20mm x 27mm ). White dial with black roman numerals. Brown Cartier lea...
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20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5000156 1840
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise 18k Yellow Gold Men's Watch W5000156 1840 - Automatic winding; date. 18k yellow gold case (28 x 32mm ). Silver guilloche dial with black Roman numerals. 18K Ye...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere L 3-Row 18k Gold
By Cartier
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
In Mint Condition. Swiss Made, Cartier Panthere Model in Stainless Steel & 18k Yellow Gold. Solid 18k Gold Links. Watch Comes Full Links, As Well As Original Cartier Box & Papers. L...
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1990s Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Panthère Ladies Stainless Steel Watch with Diamond Bezel 1320
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Diamond bezel has been set aftermarket with 100% natural diamonds in F color, VS/SI clarity. Watch has been professionally polished and does not have any visible scratches or blemish...
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Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Cartier Ladies Tank Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s Cartier ladies manual wind tank wristwatch. During the 1970s, Cartier introduced a timeless piece of elegance and sophistication in the form of the Ladies Tank manual wind wristwatch, Plaque Or 20 microns. This iconic timepiece quickly became a symbol of luxury and style, adorning the wrists of fashionable women around the world. The design of the Cartier Ladies Tank watch...
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1970s Vintage Cartier Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Cartier Paris Centure PM, Small Octagon shaped Watch, circa 1975-1980
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: This Vintage Cartier Paris Centure Octagon Shape watch is the Small size, circa 1975-1980. The watch is made in 18K yellow gold 2-bo...
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1970s European Vintage Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Tank Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Tank Ladies Watch - Quartz. 18K yellow gold with diamond case ( 21 x 28 mm ). Silver tone dial with black roman numerals. Rice link bracelet with deployant cl...
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20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier Pasha Chronograph 2380 in 18K Yellow Gold 820903 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier Model: Pasha De Chronograph Reference Number : 2380 Features : Chronograph - 18K Yellow Case And Buckle Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Paris Vintage Tank Lc Large, "Extra Thin", circa 1975-1980
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction: Cartier Paris Vintage Tank LC GM Extra Thin, Large size made in 18K yellow 1st series, Circa 1975-1980. The watch measures 24 x 30 x 4.4mm thick...
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1970s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Ronde Stainless Steel White Dial Mens Watch
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cartier Santos Ronde Stainless steel White Dial Mens Watch Brand Cartier Model Santos de Cartier Case Material Stainless steel Case Diameter 32mm Crystal Sapphire crystal Bezel Stain...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Cartier Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

CARTIER Estate Stainless Steel Tank Française Watch
By Cartier
Located in Narberth, PA
This sleek and stylish estate watch is a signed Cartier timepiece! The Swiss made watch, which is a Tank Française, has a stainless steel design with a square-shaped face and gate-li...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cartier Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Trinity, Ref. W1010644 2735
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Trinity Vermeil Must De Cartier 925 Silver Ref. W1010644 2735 is a stunning women's wristwatch that combines timeless elegance with modern functionality. Crafted by the ...
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20th Century French Cartier Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Vermeil, Silver

Cartier Cartier 21 Must de Cartier 9011 Gold Plated Steel Leather 31mm Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier Model: Cartier 21 Must de Cartier Reference Number: 9011 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Leather Measurements : 31mm (without...
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1990s Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier Ref 1320 Ladies Panthere 22mm Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1320 Model: Ladies Panthere Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 2...
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Early 2000s Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank Americaine Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Watch WB701251
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This watch has been professionally polished, serviced and is in excellent overall condition. There are absolutely no visible scratches or blemishes. Authenticity guaranteed! The sale...
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2010s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel 2465 watch 25mm.
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
This is a beautiful Cartier Tank Française Stainless Steel reference# 2465 Watch that exudes luxury and elegance. The watch is designed for women and features a rectangular white dia...
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2010s Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel

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

Cartier Tank Francaise 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 2385 W50002N2
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch 2385 W50002N2 - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case (20mm x 25mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals. 18k yellow gold Cartier...
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2010s Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier Ballon Bleu Stainless Steel Automatic Blue Dial Ladies Watch WSBB0062
By Cartier
Located in Baltimore, MD
Cartier Ballon Bleu Stainless Steel Automatic Blue Dial Ladies Watch WSBB0062 Reference: WSBB0062 Metal: Stainless steel Case size: 33mm Dial: Blue Crystal: Scratch Resistant Sapphir...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cartier Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Vintage Must de Cartier Gold Vermeil Burgundy Ladies Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Must de Cartier Gold Vermeil Burgundy Ladies Quartz Watch - Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold plated sterling silver (22mm x 28mm). Red dial with gold hour markers. Burgundy s...
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20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier Calibre de Cartier 42mm Stainless Date Dial Men's Watch 3389 / W7100015
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Calibre De Cartier White Dial Steel Automatic Mens Watch W7100015 Papers. Automatic self-winding movement. Stainless steel round case 42.0 mm in diameter. Crown cover with faceted b...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cartier Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Stainless Steel Midsize Diamond Panther W4PN0008 4016
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Stainless Steel Midsize Diamond Panther W4PN0008 4016 - Quartz. Stainless Steel with factory diamond bezel ( 27 x 37 mm ). Silver dial with black roman numerals. Stainless...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier Santos 100 XL Chronograph, ref 3104 / W2020004, Rose Gold, CIrca 2010.
By Cartier
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our rare and instantly recognisable, discontinued Cartier Santos 100 XL Chronograph, reference 3104 / W2020004, features an extra large 42mm (ex crown) 45mm (inc crown) x 55mm case, ...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Cartier Panthère STEEL YELLOW GOLD 3 ROW BRACELET DIAMOND LADIES WATCH 1057917
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Series: Panthere Model: 1057917 Case Diameter: 22 mm Bracelet: 18k yellow gold & stainless steel Bezel: Custom diamond set Dial: Ivory dial The sale includes a jewelry...
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2010s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Cartier Ballon Bleu WE9005Z3 36mm Diamond Bezel 18K Rose Gold Box Receipt
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: WE9005Z3 Serial: 300310444*** Year: 2011 Model: Ballon Bleu Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: 18K Rose Gold Bezel: Diamond Bezel Dial: Silver Face: Sapphire C...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Santos Demoiselle 20x28mm Two Tone White Roman Dial Ref W25066Z6 2698
By Cartier
Located in București, RO
The watch is in a very good condition, it has professional polish and it’s working well. The total length of the bracelet (case+bracelet) is 16.5cm. The watch comes with an AGS Jewe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Cartier Watches

Cartier Ellipse Gondole Lady Vendome 26mm White Roman Dial Ref 67113
By Cartier
Located in București, RO
The watch is in a very good condition, it has professional polish and it’s working well. The total length of the bracelet (case+bracelet) is between 13-16cm. The leather strap is not...
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1970s Romanian Vintage Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank Basculante 24x35mm Steel White Roman Dial Ref: 2405
By Cartier
Located in București, RO
The watch is in a very good condition and it’s working well. The total length of the bracelet (case+bracelet) is between 15-18.5cm. The buckle is not original. It shows slight signs ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Cartier Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tank Must Quartz Lady Sterling Silver 22x30 Ref: 2416
By Cartier
Located in București, RO
The watch is in a very good condition and it’s working well. The total length of the bracelet (case+bracelet) is 16.5cm. It shows slight signs of wear and scratches. The watch comes ...
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Early 2000s Romanian Cartier Watches

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Must De Cartier Vermeil Ladies Quartz 30x22mm Ref: 2415
By Cartier
Located in București, RO
The watch is in a very good condition and it’s working well. The total length of the bracelet (case+bracelet) is 16.5cm. It shows slight signs of wear and scratches. The leather stra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Cartier Watches

Materials

Vermeil

Cartier Santos Dumont Quartz 18k Rose Gold WJSA0016 4241
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos Dumont Quartz 18k Rose Gold WJSA0016 4241 - Quartz. 18k rose gold square case; diamond bezel (31 mm x 42 mm) diameter. Silver Dial with Roman numerals. Black strap w...
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2010s Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier Pasha C Big Date White Dial Stainless Steel Automatic Ref: 2475
By Cartier
Located in București, RO
The watch is in a very good condition and it’s working well. The total length of the bracelet (case+bracelet) is 18.5cm. The watch comes with the original box, along with an AGS Jewe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Cartier Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Roadster Chronograph Black Dial Automatic Steel Men's Watch W62007X6
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Cartier Roadster Chronograph Black Dial Steel Mens Watch W62007X6. Automatic self-winding movement with chronograph function. Highly polished stainless steel tonneau-shaped case 49 x...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Cartier Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Solo 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch W1018855 2742
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Solo 18K Yellow Gold Men's Watch W1018855 2742 - Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold case with stainless steel back (27mm x 34mm). Silver colored dial with black Roman nume...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank Americaine White Gold Diamond Set 2490
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A striking white gold Tank Americaine by Cartier. Features a silver dial with Roman numerals, sword-shaped hands in blued steel, date display, and a Cartier signature hidden at 7 o'c...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Cartier Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier 3-Row Panther 2-Tone Steel & Gold Jumbo Watch W25027B8
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier 3-Row Panther 2-Tone Steel & Gold Jumbo Watch W25027B8 - Quartz. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold bezel (29mm x 40mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals ...
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20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank Basculante XL 26mm 2522
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A 26mm XL Tank Basculante in stainless steel by Cartier. Featuring a silver dial with Roman numerals, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, and a secret Cartier signature at VII. The watch...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Cartier Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Pasha Chronograph Ref. 1352 in Stainless Steel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
True to its finest iteration in 1985, the new Pasha de Cartier is amplified by originality and uniquely powerful, bringing together elements that go beyond classic watchmaking. It’s ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

Materials

Sapphire, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Travel Clock in Black Leather Case w Red Box
By Cartier
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Travel in luxury and style with this retro Cartier Travel Clock 0251 in original black leather Cartier case. French made, this smart lookin...
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1980s European Vintage Cartier Watches

Materials

Gold Plate

Cartier Ladies 18KT Yellow Gold Diamond Baignoire Bracelet Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning gold and diamond watch dates from the 1990s and features a diamond case, bezel, and band. The case measures 30mm x 22.5mm. The watch has a quartz movement, and it curre...
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1990s French Modernist Cartier Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Française
By Cartier
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
The Cartier Tank Francaise ref. 2303, is a luxurious and classic timepiece that exudes elegance and sophistication. Featuring a steel case and bracelet, this watch has a sleek rectan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Steel

Cariter Ballon Bleu 42mm 3001 W6920032 Chocolate Dial 18K Rose Gold Stainless
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: W6920032 3001 Model: Ballon Bleu Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Chocolate ...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise Steel Diamond Silver Dial Ladies Quartz Watch W4TA0008
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in mint condition. Cartier original diamonds. Brand Information: Brand: Cartier Model Name: Cartier Tank Française Model Number: W4TA0008 General Specifications: Type: Wri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Santos Galbee 24mm Steel White Roman Dial Quartz Ladies Watch W20056D6
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Good condition. No original box and papers. Brand: Cartier Model Name: Cartier Santos Model Number: W20056D6 General Specifications: Type: Wristwatch Department: Women S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Tortue Diamond Set Yellow Gold Watch 2643
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A Tortue wristwatch in yellow gold by Cartier. Features a silver dial with Roman numerals, sword-shaped hands in blued steel, and a Cartier signature hidden at 10 o'clock. Complement...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Cartier Watches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Pasha Automatic Wristwatch Ref 2377. With Date/GMT Function, C 2000.
By Cartier
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our Cartier Pasha automatic with date and GMT functions, reference 2377, features a 35.5mm stainless steel case and stainless steel bracelet. Presented in excellent condition with on...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Cartier Santos 18k Yellow Gold And Stainless "Spider" Burgundy Dial Ref 0902
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
Very rare Cartier Santos watch with "spider" patina burgundy dial and matching cabochon burgundy crown. Brand : Cartier Model : Santos Reference : 0902 Year : 1990's Movement : Auto...
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1990s Cartier Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Ladies Steel and yellow Gold Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Ladies Stainless Steel and 18K Yellow Gold Tank Francaise Wrist Watch, 25 X 20 MM Water Resistant Case, Quartz Movement, Scratch Resistant Crystal, Sapphire Crown,...
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2010s French Cartier Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Cartier Panthere Ref. 1120 Two-Tone 18k Gold/SS Watch, 22mm
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The Panthere was designed in the 1980s, the Panthère de Cartier takes its name from the five-link bracelet. It’s extremely flexible design refers to the smooth movements of the Carti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches

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Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Large 39.8mm WSSA0039 Rubber Roman Black Dial
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier Santos wristwatch is a perfect blend of classic and casual style. The bezel, dial, and band are all black, giving a sleek and modern look. The 39.8mm case is made of sta...
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2010s Swiss Cartier Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier WSSA0039 Ref 4072 Large Santos Black Rubber Strap Box Paper 2022
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: WSSA0039 / Ref 4072 Year: 2022 Model: Santos Case Material: Steel and ADLC Band: Black Rubber Bezel: Black Dial: Black Face: Sapphire Crys...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Cartier Tank Anglaise Wristwatch Ref WT100025, 11 x Diamonds, 30mm Case B&P's.
By Cartier
Located in Canterbury, GB
Our very attractive and relatively rare Cartier Tank Anglaise automatic, reference WT100025, features stainless steel and rose gold 30mm case and stainless steel and rose gold bracel...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Cartier Ref 3007 Ladies Ballon Bleu Diamond Dial 18K Rose Gold Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: Ref 3007 Year: 2014 Model: Ballon Bleu Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: Purple Leather Strap Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Diamond Dial Fac...
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2010s Cartier Watches

Cartier Ladies Panthere 22mm Ref 1280 Diamond Bezel 18K Yellow Gold Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1280 / 1280 2 Model: Ladies Panthere de Cartier Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: 18K Yellow Gold Bezel: Original Factory Diamond Bezel Face:...
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1990s Cartier Watches

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 Bulgari, 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 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. 

    Find vintage Cartier watches for sale 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 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 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The price of Cartier bracelets varies based on age, condition, and rarity. The least expensive versions of the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, can still cost around $4,000. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of Cartier bracelets for sale.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Cartier Panthere is one of the brand's most distinctive and iconic shapes, replicating a panther head adorned with gems and jewels. The first panther pattern to appear in the Cartier line was on a watch for women, created in 1914. Shop a collection of Cartier jewelry and watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    As one of the top luxury jewelry houses in the world, Cartier uses some of the finest quality materials. The company uses 18k gold in their jewelry and real diamonds.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Cartier is not a British company. The luxury jewelry maker was founded in Paris in 1847. However, the brand was a jeweler to the British royals, with King Edward VII ordering 27 tiaras for his coronation. Shop a collection of Cartier jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Cartier exclusively uses diamonds from classes D through H to ensure that the gemstones are colorless and have little or no fluorescence. Their high standards contribute to the quality of the luxury jewelry maker's pieces. Shop a collection of Cartier diamonds from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cartier uses platinum in the production of their jewelry and other items. In fact, Alfred Cartier and his three sons are credited with mastering this metal and creating a process that made it possible for jewelers to use this metal efficiently. Find vintage and contemporary Cartier jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Cartier website does not state whether the Love bracelet screwdriver is 18k gold like the bracelet. However, according to owners, the screwdriver is not gold but gold-plated. New screwdrivers can be purchased if you lose or break one or they may be replaced by Cartier. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Cartier Love jewelry from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Cartier sells rings for men. The luxury jewelry house produces numerous band rings, including the 1895 wedding band, the C DE, the Love and the D'Amour wedding band. In addition, the brand offers a ring version of its Trinity bracelet. The piece combines yellow, white and rose gold bands to symbolize love, friendship and fidelity. Find a selection of Cartier rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Originally, the Cartier Crash was a watch designed for men. However, upon its reintroduction in 2012, the watch was also marketed towards women, with a gorgeous bracelet in either an 18k white gold or rose gold case and diamond crown. Shop a collection of Cartier jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are a range of Cartier watches that are highly iconic to the brand. The Cartier Tank watch is one of the classic options. The Panthère de Cartier and Clé de Cartier watches are also popular pieces. Shop a range of authentic Cartier watches from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Most Cartier bracelets are 18-karat gold. Some pieces like the acclaimed Love bracelet come in yellow, rose and white gold. In addition, Cartier makes some of their bracelets out of platinum. On 1stDibs, you can shop a collection of Cartier bracelets.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cartier only uses high-quality diamonds in their jewelry designs. The brand works only with gemstones that rank as Very Good or Excellent for cut and between IF and VS2 for clarity according to GIA standards. On 1stDibs, find a range of Cartier diamond jewelry.

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