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Cartier Les Must de Cartier Gold Rings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier "Les Must de Cartier" gold rings Three gold bands, 18 karat yellow gold; marked les must
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Les Must de Cartier Gold Rings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier "Les Must de Cartier" gold band rings Three gold band rings, 18 karat rose, white, and
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Les Must de Cartier Vintage Leather Suitcase Burgundy Bordeaux Luggage
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage leather suitcase "Les Must de Cartier" burgundy Bordeaux luggage. Cartier maroon leather
Category

1960s French Suitcases and Trunks

Cartier 18ct White, Yellow And Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct White Gold, 18ct Yellow Gold And 18ct Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring Brand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Les Must de Cartier Paris 18k Gold Plated Lighter With Original Case
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Les Must de Cartier Paris 18k Gold Plated Lighter With Original Case Vintage and Retro
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

18k Gold, Gold Plate

Le Must de Cartier Vintage Rare Cartier Lighter Black Enamel Logo Motif Circa 90
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Le Must de Cartier Vintage & Rare Cartier Lighter Black Enamel Logo Motif Circa 1990 Le Must de
Category

1990s French Retro Vanity Items

Materials

Enamel

Le Must De Cartier Logo Gold & Palladium Lighter In Original Cartier Case
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Le Must De Cartier Logo Gold & Palladium Lighter In Original Cartier Case Cartier Lighter
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Gold, Palladium

Vintage 18K Gold Les Must de Cartier Tri-Color Trinity Ring
By Cartier
Located in Venice, CA
must de Cartier”. The bands are each 3.5 mm thick. The ring weighs 7 grams.  The ring comes with the
Category

1990s French Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

New Le must de Cartier silk salmon scarf with precious jewels designed
By Cartier
Located in Bilbao, ES
New Le must de Cartier silk salmon scarf with precious jewels designed New Never used rest of
Category

Early 2000s French Textiles and Quilts

Cartier Green Leather Le Must De Cartier Card Holder
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This stylish and functional cardholder is a must have in your collection. It is equipped with
Category

2010s Wallets and Small Accessories

Cartier Burgundy Leather Les Must de Cartier Shoulder Bag
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designer bags are ideal companions for ample occasions Here we have a fashion meets functionality piece crafted with precision. It has been equipped with a well sized interior that c...
Category

2010s Shoulder Bags

les Must de Cartier 5 Band Trinity Ring Sz 5 1/4 EU 50 18k Gold Vintage Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage les Must de Cartier 5 band Trinity ring crafted in 18k yellow, white & rose gold (circa
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Must de Cartier Burgundy Red C Logo Leather Suitcase Luggage Paris 1975
By Must De Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage leather suitcase "Les Must de Cartier" burgundy Bordeaux luggage. Cartier Must de Cartier
Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Les Must Cartier Picture Frame
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Cartier picture frame Les Must de Cartier Paris from circa 1985. Trinity (yellow, white and
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Picture Frames

Materials

Gold, Brass, Enamel

Les Must Cartier Picture Frame
Les Must Cartier Picture Frame
H 3.5 in W 3 in D 2.5 in
Cartier Paris Poker or Bridge Cards in Red Original Box Vintage 1970
By Cartier, Must De Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
cards, one deck plus joker, poker, bridge playing cards in Cartier red 2-doors case. Les Must De Cartier
Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Games

Materials

Leather, Paper

Cartier "Les Musts" Suede and Calf Leather Document Fold/Clutch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Suede and Calf Leather Clutch or Fold from the "Les Musts de Cartier " collection. Smart
Category

1980s French Briefcases and Attachés

CARTIER Paris Vintage Leather Suitcase Burgundy Bordeaux Luggage
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage leather suitcase "Les Must de Cartier" burgundy Bordeaux luggage. Cartier Paris maroon
Category

1960s French Suitcases and Trunks

Must de Cartier White and Brown Border Equestrian Silk Scarf
By Cartier
Located in Rome, Rome
Elegant Cartier scarf in white, light blue, yellow with brown borders. Equestrian design. 'Les Must
Category

2010s French Scarves

Cartier Paris Poker or Bridge Cards in Red Original Box Vintage 1970
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
cards, one deck plus joker, poker, bridge playing cards in Cartier red 2-doors case. Les Must De Cartier
Category

Late 20th Century French Games

Vintage Leather Suitcase "La Bagagerie Paris" Burgundy Bordeaux Luggage
By Hermès, Must De Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Bagagerie Paris". Midcentury circa 1970s, Hermes and Les Must de Cartier style luggage.  
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Cartier Solid Silver & Glass Caviar Bowl & Serving Spoon Set, с.1990
By Cartier
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
original les must de Cartier Paris boxes. CONDITION In Great Condition - no damage, just general wear
Category

20th Century French Serving Pieces

Materials

Silver

Cartier Tank Desk Clock Two-Tone Gold and Steel
By Cartier, Must De Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Must de Cartier travel quartz alarm clock, rectangular white dial with Roman numerals. Signed Cartier
Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver

Cartier 18 Karat Tricolor Gold Trinity Band Ring Size 8.75 with box #20328
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
). Ring Size: 8.75 Weight: 6.2 dwt/ 9.6 gr Hallmark: LES MUST DE CARTIER 750 59 Comes with original
Category

20th Century Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage & Rare Cartier Lighter Black Enamel “Panthere“ Spots Palladium Finish
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Le Must de Cartier Vintage & Rare Cartier Lighter Black Enamel “Panthere“ Spots Palladium Finish
Category

Late 20th Century French Artist Vanity Items

Materials

Palladium, Enamel

CARTIER Silk Panthere Royale Jewels in Box Must de Cartier Paris France
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
CARTIER in Box Elegant Silk Scarf Must de Cartier Paris France. Les Must de Cartier Paris silk
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Scarves

Cartier Paris Accordion Clock with Date and White Roman Numeral Dial Circa 1980
By Cartier, Must De Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
burlwood brown enamel Art Deco quartz movement, gold tone base metal. Les Must de Cartier oval accordion
Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Metal

Vintage Cartier 18K Tri Colored Gold Trinity Rolling Ring Wedding Band, French.
By Cartier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Three Bands of the different colors all locked together, from the line "Les Must de Cartier"! They are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Tank Desk Clock Two-Tone Gold and Steel
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Must de Cartier travel quartz alarm clock, rectangular white dial with Roman numerals. Signed Cartier
Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Steel

Cartier Tank Desk Clock Two-Tone Gold and Steel
Cartier Tank Desk Clock Two-Tone Gold and Steel
H 3.75 in W 2.75 in D 3 in L 2.75 in
Vintage Leather Suitcase "La Bagagerie Paris" Burgundy Bordeaux Luggage
By La Bagagerie
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Paris". Midcentury circa 1970s, Hermes and Les Must de Cartier style luggage.  
Category

Mid-20th Century French Suitcases and Trunks

CARTIER Paris Trinity Rollers Bands Ring 18Kt Gold With 1.10 Ctw Of VVS Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
18kt gold, the six-digits serial numbers and signed, "©CARTIER .750 54 NQ6404 SNCE LE MUST DE CARTIER
Category

Early 20th Century French Modernist Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER Silk Scarf Blue and Salmon Precious Jewels New in Box Paris France
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
CARTIER New in Box Elegant Silk Scarf Must de Cartier Paris France. Les Must de Cartier Paris silk
Category

Late 20th Century French Scarves

Cartier Accordion Clock with Date and White Roman Numeral Dial Circa 1980
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
burlwood brown enamel Art Deco quartz movement, gold tone base metal. Les Must de Cartier oval accordion
Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Enamel

Pair of Rare Vintage Cartier Panther Bracelet Silk Scarf Yellow Linen Pillow
By Cartier
Located in Belfast, Northern Ireland
his most whimsical, timeless and symbolic creations recognised all around the world. "Les Must de
Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Pillows and Throws

Materials

Linen, Silk

Vintage Le Must De Cartier Luggage Trunk Bag 1984 Burgundy Suede and Leather
By Cartier, Cartier
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Discover the timeless elegance of the authentic Le Must de Cartier vintage Suede and leather
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

Les Must de Cartier Rolling Wedding Band Ring Three-Color
By Cartier
Located in Middleton, WI
number, “56”, and the mark “AV5768”. It’s engraved, “les must de Cartier” on the outside of the rose gold
Category

Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Burgundy Les Must De Crossbody Bag
By Cartier
Located in Sundbyberg, SE
Burgundy leather Cartier Les Must De crossbody bag with – Gold-tone hardware – Single adjustable
Category

1990s French Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

Cartier Burgundy Les Must De Crossbody Bag
Cartier Burgundy Les Must De Crossbody Bag
H 7.09 in W 9.45 in D 1.58 in
Cartier Medium Les Must de Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct White Gold, 18ct Yellow Gold And 18ct Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring Brand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Cartier Les Must De Cartier Tri Colour Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This ring by Cartier is from their Les Must De Cartier Trinity collection and features 18k yellow
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Les Must De Cartier Tri Colour Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This ring by Cartier is from their Les Must De Cartier Trinity collection and features 18k yellow
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Trinity Les Must de Cartier Trinity Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This ring by Cartier is from their Les Must De Cartier Trinity collection and features 18k yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Les Must De Cartier Three Color Gold Trinity Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k White, Yellow And Rose Gold Les Must De Cartier Trinity Band Ring by Cartier. Details: Band
Category

1990s French Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Les Must De Cartier Trinity Ring
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A classic Les Must De Cartier trinity ring set in 18k yellow, rose and white gold. The ring is
Category

1990s Unknown Retro Band Rings

Materials

White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Les Must de Cartier 5 Band Trinity Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This ring by Cartier is from their Les Must De Cartier Trinity collection and features five 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Les Must de Cartier 5 Band Trinity Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
This ring by Cartier is from their Les Must De Cartier Trinity collection and features five 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Le Must de Cartier Diamond 18 Karat Gold "C" Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One le Must de Cartier Diamond 18 Karat Gold "C" Pendant. Featuring 23 round brilliant cut diamonds
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Les Must De Cartier Trinity Tri-Color Ring 18 Karat
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
rose gold band 'Les Must De Cartier' with French maker's marks on each of the insecting bands. UK size
Category

2010s French Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Berlin Iron

Cartier Les Must de Cartier 18K Three Tone Gold Ring 50
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Cartier Les Must de Cartier ring is an exquisite piece crafted in luxurious 18k yellow, white
Category

2010s French Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold

A Les Must De Cartier Paris 18k gold plated lighter
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage and Retro Cartier gold plated lighter A Les Must De Cartier Paris 18k gold plated lighter
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

18k Gold, Gold Plate

Les Must de Cartier Vintage 18 Karat Gold Unisex Trinity Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
engraved to front les must de Cartier From Cartier Trinity collection Fully signed les must de Cartier
Category

Late 20th Century French Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Le Must de Cartier Rare White Lacquer & Gold Horizontal Stripes
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Stripes Le Must De Cartier Circa 2000 In mint working condition The lighter sparks, ignites and flames
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate

Cartier Trinity 18 Karat Tricolor Gold Rolling Ring Les Must de Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
size 50 ( US size 5). Signed Cartier, les must de Cartier, numbered, and hallmarked.
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Les Must De Cartier Trinity Band Yellow Gold 18 Karat Rolling Ring
By Cartier
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 (European size 50) Brand: Cartier Design: Les Must De Cartier Trinity Band Metal
Category

20th Century Unknown Band Rings

Materials

White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Le Must de Cartier 21 2424 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Le Must de Cartier 21 2424 Men's Watch in Stainless Steel SKU: 118837 PRIMARY DETAILS
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier 18ct White, Yellow And Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct White Gold, 18ct Yellow Gold And 18ct Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring Brand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18ct White, Yellow And Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct White Gold, 18ct Yellow Gold And 18ct Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring Brand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18ct White, Yellow and Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct White Gold, 18ct Yellow Gold And 18ct Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring Brand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18ct White, Yellow And Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct White Gold, 18ct Yellow Gold And 18ct Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring Brand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18ct White, Yellow And Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct White Gold, 18ct Yellow Gold And 18ct Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring Brand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18ct White, Yellow And Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct White Gold, 18ct Yellow Gold And 18ct Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring Brand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18ct White, Yellow And Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier 18ct White Gold, 18ct Yellow Gold And 18ct Rose Gold Medium Les Must De Cartier Ring Brand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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Les Must De Cartier For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate les must de cartier for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a les must de cartier from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing les must de cartier — no matter the origin — is easy, but Cartier each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A les must de cartier can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 1 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. When shopping for a les must de cartier, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Les Must De Cartier?

On average, a les must de cartier at 1stDibs sells for $1,065, while they’re typically $159 on the low end and $15,146 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Cartier for sale on 1stDibs

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.

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Questions About Cartier
  • 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. 

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  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a Cartier watch is real, turn the watch over and examine the markings on the back of the case. A real Cartier timepiece shows the brand logo in the correct font along with the words "Swiss Made." Also, ensure that the materials, movement and water-resistance details match the actual specifications of the watch. Find a range of expertly vetted Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A Cartier engagement ring can cost between $3,000 and $800,000. The price depends on the diamond's carat weight and quality.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cartier watches are considered luxury watches. Cartier is a noted jeweler, taking that attention to detail and access to high-quality metals and jewels to their watches—they spare no expense and are highly desirable. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Cartier watches from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cartier pieces may be cheaper in Paris than they are in the U.S., but that's because of the exchange rate. Cartier doesn't price the pieces depending on the country.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    How much a Cartier is worth varies. Many Cartier pieces do appreciate in value over time, but their potential selling prices depend on their age, style, type, availability and other factors. The condition also greatly impacts value, and there can be variability between very similar pieces. For example, one 1930 Tutti Frutti fetched $1.34 million at an auction in 2020, but a simpler one sold for $508,000 in 2023. Because it can be difficult to estimate the value of a piece on your own, experts recommend consulting a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. Shop a wide variety of Cartier jewelry and watches 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Cartier rose gold doesn't tarnish but over many years of wearing, rose gold generally is said to become darker. Rose gold allegedly becomes slightly yellower in tone, toward a traditional gold.
  • 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 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 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 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 ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    No, Cartier is not the same as Rolex. Louis-François Cartier founded Cartier in Paris in 1847. Some of its most iconic watches include the Tank, the Santos, the Ballon Bleu, the Calibre de Cartier and the Drive de Cartier. Hans Wilsdorf established Rolex in London in 1905. Today, the maker is well-known for its sophisticated watches, including the Submariner, the Daytona, the DateJust, the Oyster Perpetual and the GMT-Master II. Find a selection of Cartier and Rolex watches on 1stDibs.