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
Cartier 21 Must de Cartier 1330
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Watch: Cartier Must De 21
Stock Number: CHW5409
Price: £995.00
A huge amount of watch for under £1000! Its a classic Cartier that won't cost the earth and looks the part.
31mm stai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Tortue 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Silver Dial Hand Wind Ladies Watch 2643
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-Owned in mint condition. The band is unworn. It comes with the original box but no papers. 3 year warranty.
General Information:
Brand: Cartier
Type: Wristwatch
Department: Wome...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow 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
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Louis Model 2441 with Date c.2003
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Louis Model 2441 with Date c.2003
26mm x 34mm
Quartz Movement
ships in a Cartier red travel p...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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...
Category
1970s Unknown Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu Midsize 18k Yellow Gold Watch W69003Z2
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Midsize 18k Yellow Gold Watch W69003Z2 - Automatic winding. 18k yellow gold case (36mm diameter). Silver guilloche dial with black Roman numerals. 18k yellow gold...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
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...
Category
20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Lady's Pasha GMT Automatic Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Cartier Lady's Pasha GMT Automatic stainless steel wristwatch. This exquisite timepiece embodies sophistication and functionality. Featuring automatic movement, with white round dial...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Divan MOP Dial Diamond Bezel Watch 2599
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
-Mint condition
-Case size: 25x31mm
-Stainless steel
-Movement: Quartz
-Roman numeral hour markers
-Pink leather strap
-Aftermarket Diamond Bezel: 2...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Vintage Cartier Tank Must de Watch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier
quartz movement
cabochon sapphire
animal skin strap
sterling silver and 18k vermeil
vintage circa 1990s
21 grams
Experience the allure of classic luxury with the Vint...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Materials
Sapphire, Sterling Silver
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...
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Steel, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier 18k Gold 21mm Cushion Shape Mechanical Hand Wound Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful classic vintage Cartier wrist watch features a mechanical hand wound Swiss movement mounted in an elegant, solid 18k yellow ...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Solo 31mm Men's Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Introducing the iconic Cartier Tank Solo 31mm Men's Watch,
a symbol of classic elegance and timeless style.
The Tank Solo stands out with its rectangular case and clean lines, embo...
Category
Early 2000s British Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Large Steel Tank Must Watch Green Watch Ref. WSTA0056
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Large Steel Tank Must Watch Green Watch Ref. WSTA0056 - Quartz movement. Stainless Steel case ( 25 mm x 33mm ). Green lacquered dial. Green Cartier Leather Strap with Stainle...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Manual Wind Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Cartier Tank Vermeil Watch: Timeless Elegance.
Embrace refined luxury with the Cartier Tank Vermeil Watch. This iconic timepiece from the 1970s boasts a bordeaux dia...
Category
1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Vermeil
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:...
Category
1990s Cartier Watches
Cartier Santos Ronde Large Steel and 18k Gold Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1997 Cartier Santos Ronde Reference 1910, 34 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 Piece Water Resistant case with 18k Yellow Gold Bezel, Sapphire Crown, automatic, self winding movement, Whi...
Category
1990s French Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel
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...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
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,...
Category
2010s French Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
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...
Category
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...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Cartier Paris Classic Yellow Gold Ladies Mechanical Tank Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Cartier Paris Ladies Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 20 X 19 M.M 18K Yellow Gold 2 piece case. Mechanical, manual wind movement, Sapphire crown, White dial with Black Roman Nume...
Category
1990s French Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos 29mm Quartz Ladies 18k Gold Steel Gray Dial Watch 59476
By Cartier
Located in Pleasanton, CA
Cartier Santos 29mm
GREAT CONDITION! Light Scratches
Condition: Pre-owned
Reference Number: 59476
Material: 18k Yellow Gold/Stainless Steel
With Papers: No
With Original Boxpackagin...
Category
1990s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, 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...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
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...
Category
2010s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
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...
Category
Late 20th Century French Cartier Watches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Steel
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...
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Cartier Tank Vermeil Watch: Timeless Elegance.
Embrace refined luxury with the Cartier Tank Vermeil Watch. This iconic timepiece from the 1970s boasts a black dial, ...
Category
1980s Swiss Retro Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Vermeil
Cartier Santos 18k and Steel Self Winding Large Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Cartier Santos Gold and Steel Wrist Watch 29 x 27 M.M Stainless Steel case with 18K Yellow Gold Bezel and a Sapphire Crown, Automatic Self winding Movement, White Dial wit...
Category
Early 2000s French Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Steel
Cartier Delices De Small 18K Rose Gold Silver Dial Ladies Watch W8100009
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. The band shows signs of wear. It comes with Cartier Box but no papers are included.
General Information
Brand: Cartier
Model: Cartier Delices De
Model Number: W8100009
T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Tank Basculante Watch Ref 2386 Ladies
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Basculante Watch Ref 2386 Ladies - Quartz. Stainless steel case ( 22 mm x 36 mm ). Silver dial with Roman numerals. Blue strap with tang buckle. Pre-owned with custom box.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K White Gold Factory Diamond Bezel & Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Brand: Cartier
Model: Mini Baignoire
Reference Number: WB5095EA 2369
Movement: Quartz
Case Material: 18K White Gold
Bezel Material: 18K White Gold adorned with Diamonds
Dial: W...
Category
1990s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Baignoire 18K White Gold Diamond Silver Dial Ladies Watch 3065
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. The inner side of the band has visible wear signs. The watch shows minor signs of wear. Comes with the original box. No papers.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
White Gold
Cartier Ellipse 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Silver Dial Ladies Quartz Watch 1481
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. The band shows marks and signs of wear. Light scratches on the case.
Cartier Ellipse Wristwatch - Model 1481
General Information
Brand: Cartier
Model: Cartier Ellipse
Mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm Reference 3284
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Ballon Bleu 36mm reference 3284 is a distinguished timepiece that showcases Cartier's legacy of crafting elegant and timeless watches. This model features an automatic mo...
Category
2010s Swiss Modern Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ladies Ballon Bleu 3009 W6920034 MOP Dial 28mm 18K Rose Gold Steel
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 3009
Model: Ballon Bleu
Case Material: Stainless Steel
Band: 18K Rose Gold & Stainless Steel
Bezel: Stainless Steel Smooth Bezel
Dial: Pink MOP ...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Vintage Must de Cartier Tank Vermeil Plaque Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Must de Cartier Tank Vermeil Plaque Quartz Watch - Quartz movement. 18k yellow gold plated sterling silver (22mm x 28mm). Tuxedo two tone Roman numeral dial. Black strap with Gold pl...
Category
20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Watch Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a great condition 1970's Must de Cartier Vermeil tank watch. The watch is powered by a manual wind movement. The case of the watch measures 23.5mm x 30.5mm and is sterling si...
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Vermeil
Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Iconic Tank Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 23 X 22 M.M 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, 17 Jewel, Mechanical, Manual wind Nickle Lever movement, White Dial with Black Roman Numerals,...
Category
1970s French Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2020 Cartier Drive De Retrograde Dual Time 18K Rose Gold Day/Night WGNM0005 BNP
By Cartier
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this 2020 Cartier Drive De Retrograde Dual Time Automatic Watch WGNM0005. The watch was dated into service in August of 2023, it is still under factory 5-year...
Category
2010s Swiss Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Must De Cartier Tank Vermeil Manual Wind with Deployant Buckle
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is an excellent condition Must de Cartier vermeil tank watch. This watch is powered by an in house Cartier manual wind movement.
This watch is a mid size tank perfect for eithe...
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Vermeil
Must De Cartier Tank Vermeil Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is an excellent vintage Must de Cartier manual wind vermeil tank watch. This watch is solid sterling silver with gold overlay. The dial is blue in color and has the Cartier logo...
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Vermeil
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 18k Yellow Gold Men's/Ladies Watch W50014N2
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 18k Yellow Gold Men's/Ladies Watch W50014N2 - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case; blue sapphire cabochon crown (25mm x 30mm). Ivory colored dial with black ...
Category
20th Century Swiss Cartier Watches
Cartier Large Santos De Cartier Blue PVD WSSA0048 Box Papers Extra Bracelet 4072
By Cartier
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this 2022 Large Cartier Santos De Cartier WSSA0048 with extended international good through 05/2030. It comes with the Cartier blue rubber strap and unworn Ca...
Category
2010s Swiss Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Roadster Chronograph Stainless Steel Men's Watch W62007X6 2618
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Roadster Chronograph Stainless Steel Men's Watch W62007X6 2618 - Automatic winding chronograph with date. Stainless steel case (43mm x 48mm). Black dial with white Roman nume...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Vintage Cartier Cougar 187906 wrist watch with leather
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Introducing the majestic Cartier wristwatch, a timeless masterpiece with a quartz movement that exudes elegance and sophistication. This beautiful timepiece from Cartier is the epito...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Louis No Date 18k Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Cartier Tank Louis wristwatch. The sleek rectangular 18k yellow gold 23mm case is a hallmark of Cartier's timeless heritage and craftsmanship. Parchment Roman numeral dial and new Ca...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise 20mm Steel Silver Dial Ladies Quartz Watch W51031Q3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in good condition. Case size 18 mm x 20 mm. Light signs of wear or scratches.
* Free Shipping within the USA
* Two-year warranty coverage
* 14-day return policy with a ful...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Steel
Must de Cartier Vermeil Tank Watch Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a great condition 1970's Must de Cartier Vermeil tank watch. The watch is powered by a manual wind movement. The case of the watch measures 23.5mm x 30.5mm and is sterling si...
Category
1970s Swiss Retro Vintage Cartier Watches
Materials
Vermeil
CARTIER Tortue White Gold Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier 18 karat white gold and diamond Tortue watch on a silver color crocodile band with deployant buckle, automatic movement. The silver sunray dial has black Roman numerals w...
Category
Early 2000s Swiss Cartier Watches
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
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...
Category
1990s French Cartier Watches
Materials
Silver, Stainless Steel, Gold Plate
Cartier Tank Francaise w527602 stainless steel Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
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 ...
Category
Early 2000s Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Bleu Gold Unisex Midsize Diamond WE9004Z3
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Medium Yellow Gold Men's or Ladies Midsize Diamond Watch WE9004Z3 - Automatic winding. 18k yellow gold case with 2-row Cartier diamond bezel (36mm diameter). Silv...
Category
2010s Cartier Watches
Materials
Gold
Cartier Pasha stainless steel Quartz Wristwatch Ref 1050
By Cartier
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos Dumont 18k gold & stainless steel Manual Wristwatch Ref w2sa0017
By Cartier
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Watches
Materials
Stainless Steel, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Tank Americaine 18k white gold Quartz Wristwatch Ref WB7073L1
By Cartier
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 ...
Category
Early 2000s Cartier Watches
Materials
White Gold, 18k Gold
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.
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Questions About Cartier Watches
- Are Cartier watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 1, 2024Yes, 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. - What is the Cartier symbol?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Today, 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.
- Why Cartier is so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021One 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.
- What is Cartier Vermeil?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cartier 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.
- What is Cartier Vendôme?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- What is Cartier famous for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cartier 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, 2023There 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.
- Why is Cartier so popular?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024There 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.
- What is the Cartier logo?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023The 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, 2023On 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 ExpertJune 30, 2023To authenticate a Cartier lighter, locate the serial number. Then, contact Cartier’s customer service team to assess whether it is a genuine serial number and whether the product type and style match your piece. Check the official Cartier website for current contact information. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Cartier lighters.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether a Cartier watch is bigger than a Rolex watch depends on the particular timepiece. Cartier offers watches in sizes ranging from 28 millimeters for women to 44 millimeters for men. Rolex's smallest women's watch is bigger than Cartier's at 31 millimeters, but the watchmaker's largest men's watch is only 43 millimeters. Find a variety of Rolex and Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- What are Cartier glasses called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Cartier glasses are called by a variety of nicknames. These include 'Ye's, Sticks, Carties and Cardisa. Many people refer to Cartier sunglasses and eyeglasses fashioned out of buffalo horn as Buffs. Explore a wide variety of Cartier glasses from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Which Cartier watch is the most iconic is open to debate. One of the French luxury brand's most influential watches is the Cartier Tank, which debuted in 1917. A women's watch, the Cartier Panthere is another of the brand's legendary designs. It was introduced in 1914, and its original design drew inspiration from a painting of a panther by artist George Barbier. Shop a large collection of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023What a Cartier bracelet symbolizes varies from piece to piece. With its screw motif, the Love bracelet represents the enduring nature of true love, while the three types of gold featured in the Trinity bracelet stand for love, fidelity and friendship. Translating to "just a nail" in English, the Juste un Clou bracelet is sometimes associated with simplicity and modernity. Find a large collection of Cartier bracelets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023There are a couple of reasons why Cartier glasses are so special. First, the French luxury brand produces each pair with careful attention to detail and precise crafting techniques that make the eyewear stylish and durable. Cartier also uses fine-quality materials like buffalo horn, titanium, gold, leather, onyx and bubinga wood. Additionally, many Detroit rappers like Royce da 5'9", Tee Grizzley and Big Sean have sported Cartier sunglasses over the years, making the brand's eyewear synonymous with hip-hop culture. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier glasses.
- Is Cartier a luxury brand?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, Cartier is a luxury brand. 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. Cartier uses only fine materials and carefully crafts pieces to ensure quality. The jewelry, watches, eyewear, bags and other accessories produced by Cartier are also sold at aspirational price points that meet the definition of luxury. Find a wide variety of Cartier pieces on 1stDibs.
- Are Cartier diamonds real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, Cartier diamonds are real. The French luxury jewelry maker follows stringent standards when selecting the diamonds that go into its pieces. For example, the central brilliant cut diamonds in Cartier rings that are over 0.3 carats in weight must be classified as Very Good or Excellent to be used by the brand, and Cartier rarely chooses diamonds with clarity ratings below VS2 or color ratings below H. Shop a selection of Cartier diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023The Cartier Tank is so popular for several reasons. Many people like its unique shape, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I. Others appreciate its long history since it was released in 1918. Over the years, some models have featured details that further appeal to collectors. For example, the Tank Divan is notable for its striking rectangular case that is situated horizontally. The Roman numerals on its watch face are elongated, stretching to fit its unusual proportions. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Cartier Tank watches.
- What is Pasha de Cartier?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Pasha 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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