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.
New Cartier Dreamer 54mm Brushed Platine Plated Grey Lenses Sunglasses France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Cartier Dreamer Platinum Plated With Grey (Uv Protection) Lenses. All Hallmarks. Cartier Gold Signs On The Earpaddles. These Are Like A Pair Of Jewels On Your Nose With The 18...
Cartier Vintage Madison Classic Special Gold 50 Mm Sunglasses France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Cartier Madison unique rimless sunglasses with brown (uv protection) lenses. Frame with special details on the front and sides in gold. All hallmarks. Cartier gold signs on the black ear...
CARTIER Silk Scarf Blue and Salmon Precious Jewels New in Box Paris France
By Cartier
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
CARTIER New in Box Elegant Silk Scarf Must de Cartier Paris France. Les Must de Cartier Paris silk salmon scarf with precious jewels. Pale blue border with a salmon background. Desig...
New Vintage Cartier Deimios Platine Solid Blue Lens France 1990 Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New 1990 Cartier DeimIos 48 MM Sunglasses with blue (uv protection) lenses. All hallmarks. Cartier gold signs on the ear paddles. These are like a pai...
New Cartier Wood Bagatelle Round Gold & Precious Wood 55mm Brown Lens
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New original 1990 Cartier Bagatelle Wood Sunglasses from the coveted Precious Wood series with wood temples and light slightly mirrored (uv protection) lenses. The frame has the fron...
Mint Cartier Vendome 56 MM Gold Brown Lens Heavy Plated Sunglasses France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Mint from 1983!!! Cartier Aviator Vendome 56MM Heavy plated gold sunglasses with brown gradient (uv protection) Lenses. Frame is with the famous Vendome stripes on the front and sid...
Must de Cartier Paris Leopard Blue Silk Scarf
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Collectors item Vintage Cartier scarf features scenes of gemstones, leopards, parrots and deers. Primary color is royal blue, green, orange deta...
Vintage Cartier Oval Gold Antares 49mm Oval Frame 18k Plated Sunglasses France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Mint Cartier Oval Antares Sunglasses With Brown Lenses(Uv Protection). All Hallmarks. Silver Cartier Signs On The Ear Paddles. Both Arms Sport The Knot From Cartier On The Temple. ...
Cartier Gold Tone Panthère Round Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your eyewear collection with these exquisite Cartier Gold Tone Panthère Round Sunglasses. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these sunglasses exude luxury and sophi...
Vintage Cartier Filao 47MM Oval Gold Plated Brown Lens France 1990 Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
1990 Cartier Filao Sunglasses with brown (uv protection) lenses. All hallmarks. Cartier gold signs on the ear paddles. These are like a pair of jewels on your nose. Please notice...
New Vintage Cartier Louis Vendome Medium 53mm France Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Original 1983 Cartier Louis Cartier Vendome sunglasses with new honey brown lenses. Frame is with the front and sides in yellow and white gold and the famous Vendome accents. All h...
New Vintage Cartier Conquete 51mm Black Gold & Yellow Inserts France Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Cartier Conquete Sunglasses with grey slight gold mirror (uv protection) lenses. Yellow and white gold inserts and accents. All hallmarks. Both ...
New Cartier Colisee Half Frame 49mm Sunglasses 18k Gold Sunglasses France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New 1983 Cartier Colisee sunglasses with light gradient (uv protection) lenses. Frame is with the front and sides in yellow and white gold. All hallmarks. Cartier gold signs on the e...
Vintage Cartier Romance Vendome 54MM France 18k Gold Plated Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage Cartier Romance Vendome sunglasses with rose (uv protection)lenses. Frame is with the front and sides in yellow and white gold. All hallmarks. Red enamel with Cartier gold...
Cartier Vintage Romance Santos 61mm Titanium France Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage Cartier Romance Santos Titanium sunglasses with G15 grey (uv protection)lenses. Frame is with the front and sides in yellow and white gold. All hallmarks. Red enamel with Ca...
Cartier vintage 100% silk scarf
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive items, view our frontstore Beautiful 100% silk scarf from the house of Cartier. sizes 64cm x 65 cm Please note that vintage items are not new and therefore ...
CARTIER Paris Silk Scarf Panther Bracelets Jewellery in Box
By Cartier
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
CARTIER Paris in Box Elegant Silk Scarf . Blue border with a gold yellow and orange background with feline and sensual grace the legendary bracelets by Cartier. The Cartier Silk Pr...
Vintage Cartier Cabriolet Round Brown 52MM 18K Gold Sunglasses France 1990's
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
1991 Original Cartier Cabriolet Art Deco sunglasses with slight gold mirror ( uv protection ) lenses. Frame has the famous real gold and white gold accents in the middle and on the ...
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CARTIER 100% silk blue grey panther leopard ring print square scarf
By Cartier
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CARTIER 100% silk blue grey panther leopard ring print square scarf Reference: SNKO/A00495 Brand: Cartier Material: Silk Color: Blue, Grey Pattern: Animal Print Extra Details: Cartie...
Vintage Cartier Santos Screws 56mm Heavy Plated Sunglasses France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Cartier Aviator Santos Sunglasses with Brown Gradient (uv protection) Lenses. Frame is with the famous screws on the front and sides in yellow and white gold. All hallmarks. Red e...
New Cartier Vendome Gold 59Mm Brown Lens Heavy Plated Sunglasses France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New from 1983!!! Cartier Aviator Vendome 59MM Heavy plated gold sunglasses with brown solid (uv protection) Lenses. Frame is with the famous Vendome stripes on the front and sides i...
Vintage Cartier Frisson Black Medium Sunglasses 18k Gold France 1991
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage Cartier Frisson Art Deco sunglasses sidecups with original grey (uv protection) lenses. Medium size 138mm wide, temple size 130mm. Frame has the famous real gold and white go...
New Vintage Cartier Colisee Platine Plated 49 18 Frame France 1990 Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New 1990 Cartier Colisee 49 [] 18 Sunglasses with brown (uv protection) lenses. All hallmarks. Cartier signs on the ear paddles. These are like a pair of jewels on your nose. Pleas...
Vintage Cartier Ruby France Louis Vintage Heavy Gold Plated 55mm Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
In Excellent condition Cartier Louis rounded sunglasses with 2 rubies on the side of the frame. Mauve (uv protection) lenses. Frame is with the famous yellow and white gold accents...
Vintage Cartier Orfy 54MM Platine Plated Blue Gradient France 1990 Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New 1990 Cartier Orfy 54Mm Sunglasses With Blue Gradient (Uv Protection) Lenses. All Hallmarks. Cartier Silver Signs On The Ear Paddles. These Are Like A...
Vintage Cartier Red Acetate Women's Sunglasses with Panther Details
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
Discover this magnificent red acetate frame by Cartier, a creation that embodies the perfect balance of audacity, elegance, and exceptional craftsmanship. Entirely handmade in France...
Cartier Signature "Jeweled Jaguars" Silk Jacquard Scarf
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier's wonderfully elegant and timeless signature "Jeweled Jaguars" silk jacquard scarf accented with hand-rolled edges and measures 34 inches by 34 1/2 inches. Made in Fra...
Cartier Panther Rimless Glasses circa 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A favorite of both jewelry and fashion lovers, Cartier is always a classic! Circa 1980s, these rimless glasses feature an 18k gold plated frame with th...
New Vintage Cartier Segur 54MM Gold Plated Brown Lens France 1990 Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New 1990 Cartier Segur 54MM Sunglasses with brown (uv protection) lenses. All hallmarks. Cartier gold signs on the ear paddles. These are like a pair of...
MINT Vintage Cartier Louis Laque De Chine Medium 53mm France Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Original 1983 Cartier Louis Cartier Laque De Chine sunglasses with new honey brown lenses. All hallmarks. Red enamel with Cartier gold signs on ...
Cartier Granite Rimless Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A favorite of both jewelry and fashion lovers, Cartier is always a classic! Circa 1980s, these rimless sunglasses feature an 18k gold plated frame w...
Vintage Cartier Louis Santos Demi Lune 50mm Reading Gold Plated Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage Cartier Louis Santos demi lune sunglasses with new honey brown lenses. Perfect and fit for reading glasses. Frame is with the front and sides in yellow and white gold and the...
New Vintage Cartier Titanium 53MM Semi Rimless Grey Lens Case France Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New 1990 Cartier Titanium semi rimless sunglasses with grey (uv protection) lenses. All hallmarks. Cartier signs on the black ear paddles. Please notice this item its nearly 30 ...
New Vintage Cartier Deimios 54MM Gold Plated Brown Lens France 1990 Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
NEW 1990 Cartier DeimIos 54 MM Sunglasses with brown (uv protection) lenses. All hallmarks. Cartier gold signs on the ear paddles. These are like a pair of jewels on your nose. Beau...
New Vintage Cartier Tank 62mm Large Vendome Gold Frame Sunglasses, 1988
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New 1988 Cartier Aviator Tank sunglasses with new honey brown (uv protection) Frame is with the front and sides in yellow and white gold. All hallmarks. rRd enamel with cartier gold...
Vintage Cartier France Louis Vintage Heavy Gold Plated Diamonds 55mm Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
In Excellent condition Cartier Louis Diamonds rounded sunglasses with 2 real diamonds on the side of the frame. Mauve gradient (uv protection) lenses. Frame is with the famous yello...
Vintage Cartier Salisbury Rimless Gold Made in France Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Cartier Salisbury unique rimless sunglasses with solid brown (uv protection) lenses. Frame with the front and sides in gold. All hallmarks. Carti...
Cartier Montaigne Half Frame 53mm Sunglasses 18k Gold Sunglasses France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New 1983 Cartier Montaigne Vendome sunglasses with brown (uv protection) lenses. Frame is with the front and sides in yellow and white gold. All hallmarks. Cartier gold signs on the ...
Cartier Signature "Jewels & Jaguar" Silk Scarf
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier wonderfully elegant signature "Jewels & Jaguar" silk scarf is finished with hand-rolled edges and measures 34" x 34".
Cartier 1980s Rimless Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A favorite of both jewelry and fashion lovers, Cartier is always a classic! Circa 1980s, these rimless sunglasses feature a two-tone silver and 18k ...
Cartier Neon Fuchsia Border with Aqua Green Chain-Link Silk Crepe Di Chine Scarf
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier's Rich neon fuchsia borders surrounding aqua-green chain-link silk crepe di chine scarf accented with hand-rolled edges, measures 32 inches by 33 inches. Made in France.
New Vintage Cartier Conquete 53mm Black Gold & Yellow Inserts France Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Cartier Conquete Sunglasses with grey slight gold mirror (uv protection) lenses. Yellow and white gold inserts and accents. All hallmarks. Both arms sport the C from Cartier on...
Cartier, diamond and jaguar printed scarf in pink
By Cartier
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Cartier, diamond and jaguar printed scarf in pink. The item is in very good condition.
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Vintage Cartier Dark Tortoise 8k Plated Accents 50 [] 11 1990 Sunglasses France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Mint Cartier In Medium Tortoise With Honey Brown (Uv Protection) Lenses. Frame Has The Famous Gold Plated Accents On The Temples. All Hallmarks. These Are Like A Pair Of Jewels On ...
Cartier Frisson Light Tortoise 8k Gold Plated Accents 1990 Sunglasses France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Cartier Frisson in light tortoise with honey brown (uv protection) lenses. Frame is tortoise and has the famous real gold and white gold accents. All hallmarks. These are like a pa...
Cartier Multi-Color Multi-Elephants Silk Jacquard "Must be Cartier" Scarf
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier's signature "Must be Cartier" wonderfully detailed multi-colored with "Multi Elephants" silk jacquard scarf is finished with hand-rolled edges. This wonderful signatur...
Vintage Cartier Zebra Precious Wood Full Set Gold C Decor France Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage Original Cartier Sunglasses with carved wood temples and solid brown uv protection lenses. Frame with the front and sides in 12k gold plat...
Cartier, grey bon voyage wool fringed scarf
By Cartier
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Cartier, grey bon voyage wool fringed scarf. The item has a small pull and hole in the middle further in very good condition.
Cartier Bordeaux Leather Belt
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
Cartier bordeaux leather belt featuring a gold tone and silver tone metal logo buckle, inside logo stamp. Circa 2000s Size: 65FR Made in France. In...
Cartier Panthere Windsor 55mm Cat Eye Sunglasses 18K Heavy Plated France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage 1988 Cartier Panthere Windsor Sunglasses with spotless blue (uv protection) lenses. The cat's eye frame is with the front and sides in yellow and white gold. All hallmarks. R...
Cartier Two-Tone Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A favorite of both jewelry and fashion lovers, Cartier is always a classic! Circa 1980s, these sunglasses feature a two-tone silver and 18k gold plated frame with a knotted design on...
Cartier Santos Romance Rose Pink Lenses 54mm Drake 18k Gold Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Mint Cartier Santos Romance sunglasses with !!! new !!! rose pink (uv protection). not a spot on them, perfect! All hallmarks. Red enamel with Cartier gold signs on the earpaddles....
Vintage Cartier Mask Sunglasses, Unisex, Gold-Finished Frame, 2000s
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
Discover these magnificent mask-style sunglasses by Cartier, an audacious creation that perfectly combines the sporty spirit of the 2000s with the exceptional artisanal craftsmanship...
Mint Cartier Frisson Tortoise 8k Gold Plated Accents 1990 Sunglasses 53mm France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Mint Cartier Frisson in tortoise with brown (uv protection) lenses. Frame is tortoise and has the famous real gold and white gold accents. All hallmarks. These are like a pair of j...
Cartier Vintage Romance Vendome 58mm Platinum France Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage Cartier Romance Vendome Platinum sunglasses with G15 grey (uv protection)lenses. Frame is with the front and sides in yellow and white gol...
New Vintage Cartier Serrano Gold Plated Rimless Gradient Lens France Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New 1990 Cartier gold plated unique rimless sunglasses with light rose gradient (uv protection) lenses. Frame with the front and sides in gold. All hallmarks. Cartier signs on the black ear...
Vintage Cartier Bengali Precious Wood Full Set Platine C Decor France Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage Original Cartier Sunglasses with carved wood temples and solid grey uv protection lenses. Frame with the front and sides in platine. All...
Vintage Cartier Romance Santos 58MM France 18k Gold Plated Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage Cartier Romance Santos sunglasses with solid brown (uv protection)lenses. Frame is with the front and sides in yellow and white gold. All hallmarks. Red enamel with Cartier ...
Cartier CT02880 Eye Glasses Silver Navy Blue Rectangular Frames C Decor Buff
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
- Silver frame Dark Navy Blue arms - Model CT02880 - Comes with case - Medicated lenses, they will need to be changed, these can turn into sunglasses if needed. Condition: T...
New Cartier Vendome Gold 62Mm Brown Lens Heavy Plated Sunglasses France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New from 1983!!! Cartier Aviator Vendome 62MM Heavy plated gold sunglasses with brown (uv protection) Lenses. Frame is with the famous Vendome stripes on the front and sides in yel...