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Cartier Santos Dumont 18k Rose Gold Quartz Roman Dial - Black Leather Band Watch
Cartier Santos Dumont 18k Rose Gold Quartz Roman Dial - Black Leather Band Watch

Cartier Santos Dumont 18k Rose Gold Quartz Roman Dial - Black Leather Band Watch

By Cartier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Cartier Model: Santos Dumont Case Material: 18k Rose Gold Case Diameter: 38mm Crystal: Sapphire Crystal Bezel: Smooth 18k Rose Gold Bezel Dial: White dial with classic black R...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

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Men's Stainless Steel Cartier Santos Roadster with a Black Leather Strap
Men's Stainless Steel Cartier Santos Roadster with a Black Leather Strap

Men's Stainless Steel Cartier Santos Roadster with a Black Leather Strap

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier Santos 100 Mens stainless steel watch with a black leather strap. 35.6 mm case with synthetic sapphire crystal.

Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos 100 Large "100th Anniversary", Black Dial, Rose Gold Bezel
Cartier Santos 100 Large "100th Anniversary", Black Dial, Rose Gold Bezel

Cartier Santos 100 Large "100th Anniversary", Black Dial, Rose Gold Bezel

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier Santos 100 Movement Type: Automatic Movement/Caliber: Calibre 049 Power Reserve: 42 h Number of Jewels: 21 Frequency: 28,800 vph Case-Material: Black Steel / Rose Gold Case...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos de Cartier Large All Black Automatic Watch WSSA0039
Cartier Santos de Cartier Large All Black Automatic Watch WSSA0039

Cartier Santos de Cartier Large All Black Automatic Watch WSSA0039

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

A stunner in its masculine all-black look, the Cartier Santos de Cartier Large All Black Automatic Watch WSSA0039 is a compelling watch to consider.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Large 40MM 4072 WSSA0039 Black Adlc Stainless Steel Watch
Cartier Santos Large 40MM 4072 WSSA0039 Black Adlc Stainless Steel Watch

Cartier Santos Large 40MM 4072 WSSA0039 Black Adlc Stainless Steel Watch

By Cartier

Located in Houston, TX

Might show minor signs of wear. Santos Large Black ADLC Watch Properties Brand: Cartier Family: Santos Model: Santos Large Black ADLC Ref.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Carbon Coated Black Dial Automatic Ladies Watch REF 2878
Cartier Santos Carbon Coated Black Dial Automatic Ladies Watch REF 2878

Cartier Santos Carbon Coated Black Dial Automatic Ladies Watch REF 2878

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

This pre-owned Cartier Santos 2878 is a beautiful Ladie's timepiece that is powered by mechanical (automatic) movement which is cased in a stainless & plated metal case. It has a re...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos 100 XL Carbon 18k Rose Gold Titanium Black Dial Watch W2020004
Cartier Santos 100 XL Carbon 18k Rose Gold Titanium Black Dial Watch W2020004

Cartier Santos 100 XL Carbon 18k Rose Gold Titanium Black Dial Watch W2020004

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

🕰️ Basic Information Brand: Cartier Model: Santos 100 XL Reference Number: W2020004 Year: 2018 Department: Men Style: Casual Country of Manufacture: Switzerland Condition: Pre-own...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Titanium

Cartier rose gold Santos 100 Black Dial Automatic Wristwatch
Cartier rose gold Santos 100 Black Dial Automatic Wristwatch

Cartier rose gold Santos 100 Black Dial Automatic Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Aspen, CO

Cartier man's Santos 100 with 18K rose gold head (38 by 51 mm. lug end to lug end).

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2010s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos 40mm Black Steel Watch Ref. 271397BX
Cartier Santos 40mm Black Steel Watch Ref. 271397BX

Cartier Santos 40mm Black Steel Watch Ref. 271397BX

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

Bold and unmistakably iconic, this Cartier Santos is a contemporary reinterpretation of a timeless classic.

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier Santos Stainless Steel PVD All Black Diamonds Pave Watch
Cartier Santos Stainless Steel PVD All Black Diamonds Pave Watch

Cartier Santos Stainless Steel PVD All Black Diamonds Pave Watch

By Cartier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Cartier Model: Santos Case Material: PVD Stainless Steel Case Diameter: 40mm Crystal: Sapphire crystal Bezel: PVD Stainless steel bezel with black Diamonds Dial: All black Dia...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, PVD-Coated, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Mini "Santos" Small Manual Black Leather Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Cartier Mini "Santos" Small Manual Black Leather Yellow Gold Wristwatch

Cartier Mini "Santos" Small Manual Black Leather Yellow Gold Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

Cartier Mini Santos Manual Winding wrist watch. The dial is white with black Roman numerals.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Black Ceramic Santos 100 Satin Strap Men'S Watch 33X44MM
Cartier Black Ceramic Santos 100 Satin Strap Men'S Watch 33X44MM

Cartier Black Ceramic Santos 100 Satin Strap Men'S Watch 33X44MM

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Cartier watch features stainless steel and black PVD stainless steel case. It comes with a black leather bracelet with fabric graining on front. This watch comes with a classic ...

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2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Black Ceramic Santos 100 Satin Strap Men'S Watch 33X44MM
Cartier Black Ceramic Santos 100 Satin Strap Men'S Watch 33X44MM

Cartier Black Ceramic Santos 100 Satin Strap Men'S Watch 33X44MM

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This Cartier watch features stainless steel and black PVD stainless steel case. It comes with a black leather bracelet with fabric graining on front. This watch comes with a classic ...

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2010s French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos Ronde 8191 Women's Quartz Watch 18 Karat Yg and Ss Black Dial
Cartier Santos Ronde 8191 Women's Quartz Watch 18 Karat Yg and Ss Black Dial

Cartier Santos Ronde 8191 Women's Quartz Watch 18 Karat Yg and Ss Black Dial

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Cartier Vendome Reference #:8191. Cartier Santos Ronde 8191 Women's Quartz Watch 18K YG & SS Black Dial 27MM.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos De Cartier Ref. WSSA0039 Black Stainless Steel Rubber Strap
Cartier Santos De Cartier Ref. WSSA0039 Black Stainless Steel Rubber Strap

Cartier Santos De Cartier Ref. WSSA0039 Black Stainless Steel Rubber Strap

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

ITEM SPECIFICATIONS: Brand: Cartier Model Name: Santos De cartier Model Number: WSSA0039 Movement: Automatic Case Size: 39.8 mm Case Back: Closed Case Material: Stainless Stee...

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos 100 W20124U2, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Cartier Santos 100 W20124U2, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Cartier Santos 100 W20124U2, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Cartier Santos 100 Reference #: W20124U2. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Rose Gold Black 38 MM.

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Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos 100 W2020010, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Cartier Santos 100 W2020010, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Cartier Santos 100 W2020010, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Cartier Santos 100 Reference #: W2020010. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 42 MM.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos 100 W2020010, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Cartier Santos 100 W2020010, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Cartier Santos 100 W2020010, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Cartier Santos 100 Reference #: W2020010. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 42 MM.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos 100 W2020010, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Cartier Santos 100 W2020010, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Cartier Santos 100 W2020010, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Cartier Santos 100 Reference #: W2020010. Mens Automatic Self Wind Watch Stainless Steel Black 42 MM.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos Octagon 2966, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Cartier Santos Octagon 2966, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Cartier Santos Octagon 2966, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Cartier Santos Octagon Reference #:2966. Cartier Santos Octagon 2966 Unisex Automatic Watch Two Tone 18K YG w/Box & Paper. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offer...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Black PVD Coated Stainless Steel 18K Rose Gold Santos Wristwatch 33MM
Cartier Black PVD Coated Stainless Steel 18K Rose Gold Santos Wristwatch 33MM

Cartier Black PVD Coated Stainless Steel 18K Rose Gold Santos Wristwatch 33MM

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

The Santos 100 line was introduced by Cartier to mark the iconic Santos' 100 years from 1904 to 2004. The history of the Cartier Santos is noteworthy as it was the first pilot's watc...

Category

2010s Italian Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold, PVD-Coated, Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Galbee 2423, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty
Cartier Santos Galbee 2423, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

Cartier Santos Galbee 2423, Black Dial, Certified and Warranty

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Cartier Santos Galbee Reference #:2423. Cartier Santos Galbee 2423/W5148 Womens Quartz Watch Silver Dial SS 24mm. Verified and Certified by WatchFacts. 1 year warranty offered by Wat...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

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Cartier Watch Santos Black For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the cartier watch santos black you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using 18k Gold and Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect cartier watch santos black among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a cartier watch santos black has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Cartier are consistently popular. Most of our cartier watch santos black for sale are for men, but there are 6 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a Cartier Watch Santos Black?

The price for a cartier watch santos black starts at $1,680 and tops out at $16,308 with these watches, on average, selling for $5,075.

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.

Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.