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.
Cartier Ballon Bleu W6920033 3284 36mm Pink Mother Of Pearl Dial 18k Gold Steel
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: W6920033 / 3284 Serial: 3555**** Model: Cartier Ballon Bleu Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: 18k Rose Gold & Stainless Steel Bezel: Stainles...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Roadster W62053V3 Stainless Steel Blue & White Dial Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This watch features a quartz movement and a stainless steel tonneau-shaped case measuring 36 x 30 mm. The scratch-resistant sapphire crystal is equipped with a Cyclops magnifying gla...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Drive reference 3930 WSNM0004, Discontinued, Sapphire Crystal C/B, 2018
By Cartier
Located in Canterbury, England
Our rare and discontinued Cartier Drive reference 3930 WSNM0004 features a 40mm cushion shaped stainless steel case with sapphire crystal display exhibition case back, showing the au...
Cartier Panthere 2-Tone 2-Row Midsize Steel & Gold Watch 1100 W25027B8
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panthere 2-Tone 2-Row Midsize Steel & Gold Watch 1100 W25027B8 - Quartz. Panthere. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold bezel ( 26 mm x 36 mm ). Ivory colored dial w...
Cartier 21 Chronoscaph W10125U2 Stainless Steel & Rubber Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Cartier Chronoscaph 21, Reference 2424, is a sophisticated timepiece featuring a 38mm stainless steel case and a stainless steel bezel adorned with Roman numerals adding characte...
Steel
Cartier Must De Cartier 21 Ladies Steel Gold Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier, Must De Cartier 21, Reference 1340 Ladies Wrist watch, 28 MM Stainless Steel with Gold accents case and a Gold crown set with a sapphire. Quartz Movement, Silve...
Gold, Steel
Cartier Baignoire 82091177 18K Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Gran De Ris Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Elegant Cartier 18K Gold Diamond Watch. This exquisite timepiece features an oval face adorned with round-cut diamonds. Crafted in 18k gold, the watch showcases a manual movement. 18...
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Americaine with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. Signed by Cartier Size 7 1/4 inches Comes with an extra link.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 2-Row Panther W25027B6 187957 2-Tone Steel & Gold Jumbo Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier 2-Row Panther W25027B6 187957 2-Tone Steel & Gold Jumbo Watch - Quartz. Panther. Stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold bezel (31 mm x 40mm). Ivory colored dial with black...
Cartier Pasha 3066 Rose Gold Chronograph Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Pasha Seatimer Reference 3066 Wrist Watch, 42 M.M 18k Rose Gold 3 piece water resistant case. Black Ceramic Bezel accent, Black Ceramic and Rose Gold Buttons and w...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Steel Art Deco Ladies Watch 1940's with Original Gay Freres Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Cartier, France STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Stainless Steel CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 30mm X Width 15mm MOVEMENT ...
Vintage 1987 Cartier Panthère 187949 Two-Tone Cream Roman Dial Quartz 27mm
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Definitive Cartier Of The 1980s Introduced in 1983, the Panthère was Cartier's most complete statement on the integrated bracelet watch. The design was a masterclass in proporti...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Colisee 590002 24mm
By Cartier
Located in istanbul, TR
Condition Pre-owned - Good Seller Notes “very good” Country of Origin Switzerland Bezel Color Gold Closure Buckle Number of Jewels 7 Jewels Indices No Hour Marks Year Manufactured 19...
Blue Sapphire, Silver
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Ballon Blue Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gorgeous and stylish blue strap Ballon Bleu! Ref 3002, automatic, 96184QX, 36mm case, the bezel set with 123 round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 1.21 carats, fluted crown set with ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Panthère MM 1100 YG/SS 2 Row 2000s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 2013 Brand Cartier Model Panthère MM Reference 1100 Year 2000s Dial White Dial Case Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Diameter 29mm Length 17cm Movem...
$27,400
Cartier Gold Pasha Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a white face and a Cabochon Sapphire on the crown. Signed by Cartier 36mm face Model #1035 Size 5 3/4, comes with its extra links
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Panthère W25029B6 Two-Row Ladies Watch Box & Papers
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Panthère W25029B6 / 1120 2 Ladies' Watch. This watch features a 22mm stainless steel case and an 18K yellow gold bezel. The ivory dial is complemented by blue steel hands and...
Stainless Steel
Cartier De Cartier Ronde 18001 Silver Sterling 33 mm New Belt Mens Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier Model: Ronde Reference Number: 18001 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Sterling Silver / Gold Measurements : Case width: 33 mm....
Silver
Cartier Roadster XL Chronograph 2618 Automatic Stainless Steel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier Model: Roadster XL Ref : 2618 Country of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Automatic Case Material: Stainless Steel Case Size: 40 mm excluding crown x 48 m Ban...
Cartier Ref 3800 Steel XL Tank Solo Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Reference 3800 Tank Solo XL size Wrist Watch. 31 X 41 MM Stainless Steel 2 piece Water Resistant Case, blue sapphire crown, Scratch resistant sapphire crystal. Aut...
Steel
Cartier Tank Francaise W50002N2 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Française Yellow Gold Quartz Ladies' Watch W50002N2. Quartz movement. Rectangular 18K yellow gold case measuring 20.0 x 25.0 mm. Octagonal crown set with a blue sapphire...
18k Gold
Cartier Santos De Cartier Skeleton Iced Out Two-Tone VVS Clariry Watch WHSA0015
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Turn heads with elite luxury on your wrist. This Iced Out Skeleton Cartier Watch showcases breathtaking craftsmanship, featuring a stunning e...
Cartier Solo Ronde Midsize 36mm Stainless Steel Quartz Watch W6700255
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Solo Ronde Midsize 36mm Stainless Steel Quartz Watch W6700255 - Quartz. Solo Ronde. Stainless steel case (36mm diameter). Silver dial with black Roman numerals. Black Cartier...
Cartier Tank Americaine 1741 White Gold Automatic Watch 20-year Service Edition
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Americaine 1741 automatic watch in 18K white gold featuring a 26mm x 46mm curved case with special service award dial displaying "20" via Arabic numerals at 9 and 3 o'cl...
White Gold
Cartier Panthere Mini Diamond 18K White Gold Watch with Certificate and Box
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Panthère de Cartier Mini (ref. 2363) delivers timeless elegance in a refined, compact form. Crafted in gleaming high-polish 18 karat white gold, the 25mm x 17mm case features...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Ladies Watch - Stainless Steel Automatic
By Cartier
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Cartier Model: Cartier Movement: Automatic Number of Jewels: 25 Warranty: 1 year Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Cream Metal Content: Stainless Steel Fastening Type: Fold-...
Steel, Stainless Steel
CARTIER Deployment 18kt yellow Gold Clasp Buckle 14mm
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
This authentic Cartier deployment buckle is expertly crafted in solid 18kt yellow gold, designed to fit a 14 mm strap. The buckle is fully stamped with Cartier hallmarks, confirming ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Baignoire 18K White Gold Watch 3032 WB520009
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Baignoire 18K White Gold Watch 3032 WB520009 - Manual winding. Baignoire. 18K white gold with factory diamond bezel (32 x 44mm). Silver guilloche dial with black Roman numera...
Vintage Cartier Santos Galbee Ref 1564 80s Quartz Roman Numeral Dial 29x41mm Cas
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Cartier Santos Galbee reference 1564 quartz with a white blue Roman numeral dial from the late 80s, early 90s. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Measurements...
Cartier Santos Carree 2961 LM White Dial YG/SS 1980s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Santos Carree 2961 LM White Dial YG/SS 1980s SKU 1811 Brand Cartier Model Santos Carree LM Reference 2961 Year 1980s Dial White Dial Case Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet...
Cartier Ladies Tank Louis 78087 SM Paris Dial 18k WG 1970s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 2078 Brand Cartier Model Tank Louis SM Reference 78087 Year 1970s Dial White and Paris Dial Case 18k White Gold Bracelet Leather Strap Diameter 21mm x 28mm Length N/A Movement ...
Cartier Santos Dumont XL W2SA0017 4305 33.9mm Silver Dial 18k Rose Gold Steel
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: W2SA0017 / 4305 Serial: 4128**** Year: 2020-Present Model: Carter Santos Dumont XL Case Material: Stainless Steel Band: Black Leather Bezel: 18k...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Ladies Stainless Steel Panthere Watch WSPN0006 4177
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ladies Stainless Steel Panthere Watch WSPN0006 4177 - Quartz. Panther or Panthere. Stainless steel case (23mm x 30mm). silver colored dial with black Roman numerals. Stainles...
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Stamford, CT
Cartier Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wristwatch embodies timeless sophistication. Its sleek stainless steel case exudes a modern charm, while the iconic dial showcases a blend of l...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Tortue Large Ladies Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Case Ref 2496
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tortue Large Ladies Yellow Gold Factory Diamond Case Ref 2496 - Manual winding. Tortue. 18K Yellow gold Tonneau style with exposition back and factory diamond case ( 34 x 43 ...
Cartier Must de Cartier Trinity Silver 2439 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Toronto, CA
Brand: Cartier Model: Trinity Reference Number: 2439 Country Of Manufacture: Switzerland Movement: Quartz Case Material: Silver Measurements : Case width: 27mm. (without crown)...
Vermeil, Silver
Cartier Tank Basculante LM 2390 White Guilloche Dial Steel 2001 Manual Winding
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Basculante LM 2390 – White Guilloché Dial – Steel – Manual Winding – 2001 SKU 1902 Available exclusively at Classic Time Club, Sydney — curated for discerning collectors...
Cartier Baignoire W15133L2 18K white Diamond Bezel Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Baignoire 1955 Ladies Watch. 22mm by 30mm 18k white gold case with factory diamond bezel. Ivory dial with blue hands and roman numeral hour markers. 18K white gold bracelet w...
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Stainless Steel Watch W51011Q3 2465
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Stainless Steel Watch W51011Q3 2465 - Quartz. Midsize Tank Francaise. Stainless steel case (25mm x 30mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals;...
Cartier - Cartier Tank Louis Mini 67117 - Women - 1980-1989
By Cartier
Located in Braintree, GB
An elegant Cartier Tank Louis Mini from 1986, featuring a rectangular case in 18kt yellow gold, iconic Roman numeral dial, and blue steel sword hands. The manual-winding movement is ...
18k Gold
Cartier Santos Ref 4072 WSSA0018 Diamond Dial Diamond Band Case Steel Box Paper
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: WSSA0018 / 4072 Year: 2021 Case Material: Stainless Steel with Custom Diamonds Band: Custom Diamond Stainless Steel Band Bezel: Custom Diamond Stainless ...
Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's 42mm Stainless Steel Automatic Watch W69012Z4
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Ballon Bleu Men's 42mm Stainless Steel Automatic Watch W69012Z4 - Automatic winding. Stainless steel case (42mm diameter). Silver guilloche dial with black Roman numerals; da...
Cartier Santos 4072 Jumbo Steel Automatic Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2020 Cartier Santos Reference 4072 Wrist Watch, 47 x 38 M.M Stainless Steel 3 piece water resistant case, Automatic, self winding movement, sapphire Crown, Sapphire Glass Cryst...
Steel
Cartier Tank Divan Stainless Steel Diamond Quartz Women's Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Model: Divan Reference: 2599 Case Size: 20 x 32mm Movement: Quartz Stone: Diamond Material: Stainless Steel, Leather Strap Size: 6.5" Weight: 32 Grams Condition: Great...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ballon Blanc 18 Karat Gold Diamond Bezel Mother of Pearl Dial Watch
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Beautiful Cartier 18K gold wristwatch from Cartier’s Ballon Blanc collection with the most stunning diamond as the focal point! Do not miss out on this timelessly elegant Cartier diamond watch...
Diamond
Cartier Tank Divan W6300556 18k Yellow Gold Quartz Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Divan, Large Size, Case Dimensions: 38mm x 30mm Yellow Gold, Movement: Quartz, Dial: White with Roman Numerals, Crystal: Sapphire, Bracelet Material: Black Leather with ...
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Steel Ladies Wrist Watch with Pink Pearl Dial
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2018 Cartier reference 2384 Ladies Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Wrist Watch, 25 X 20 MM Water Resistant Case, Quartz Movement, Scratch Resistant Crystal, Pink Spinel Crown, P...
Steel
Cartier Pasha 820901 38mm 18K Yellow Gold Leather Strap
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 820901 Year: 1987 Model: Cartier Pasha Case Material: 18K Yellow Gold Band: Black Leather Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold Dial: White / Cream Face: Sa...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Solo Large Yellow Gold and Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2018 Cartier Tank Solo reference 2742 Large Wrist Watch. 34 X 27 MM water resistant 18k Yellow Gold with Steel Case back, Sapphire crown, Scratch resistant sapphire crystal, qu...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Panthère Large 18k Yellow Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This watch features a 29mm 18K yellow gold case with a smooth 18K yellow gold bezel. The ivory dial includes blue steel hands and black Roman numeral hour markers, with minute marker...
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Francaise Steel Raspberry Dial Quartz Ladies Watch W51030Q3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned in excellent conditon. Rare Raspberry Dial. Wrist size 5.75 inches. No original box and papers, comes with chronostore box. General Information Brand: Cartier Model: Tan...
Steel
$27,200Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Ballon Bleu 42mm Certified 18k Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Ballon Bleu 42mm CASE: 18k Rose Gold DIAL: White BAND: 18k Rose Gold WRIST SIZE: Apx. "19.1 MOVEMENT: Automatic Scratch on glass on I The rest of the watch in ...
Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
$2,900Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Pasha C Chronograph Stainless Steel 36mm
By Cartier
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Pasha Chronograph REFRENCE: 2412 SIZE: 36mm CASE: Stainless Steel DIAL: White BAND: Stainless Steen WRIST SIZE: 6.75 MOVEMENT: Automatic No box or papers. Acc...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Tank Francaise Chronoflex Chronograph 1830 28mm x 36mm 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1830 Serial: MG26**** Year: 1990's - 2000's Model: Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Band: 18k Yellow Gold Bezel...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Must De LM Vermeil Lemon Dial 1980s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Must De LM Vermeil Lemon Dial 1980s SKU 1398 This Cartier Tank Must De LM from the 1980s presents a rare and striking lemon yellow dial, a colour that beautifully comp...
1989 21 Must de Cartier Two Tone Ladies Watch with Pouch/Cert #25592
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
1989 21 Must de Cartier Ladies Watch Serial: 901068181 This classic Cartier ladies watch has a round case with a white dial and blue hands. 28mm case Quartz movement Sapphire cr...
Stainless Steel
$28,400Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier Baignoire Factory Diamonds 18k Rose Gold Satin Strap
By Cartier
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Baignoire REFRENCE: 3033 CASE: 18k Rose Gold DIAL: Silver BAND: Satin MOVEMENT: Manual Excellent condition Factory set diamonds Box & Card Accommodated with a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Panthère WSPN0013 Stainless Steel Ladies Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The Cartier Panthère WSPN0013 is a refined stainless steel ladies watch featuring a compact 30mm x 22mm rectangular case, a silver dial with blued-steel sword-shaped hands, and Carti...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Pasha 2308 Diamond 18K White Gold Pink Dial Bracelet Automatic Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Iconic Cartier Pasha automatic watch in 18K white gold featuring a 35mm round case with distinctive protective crown guard and factory diamond-set pink guilloche dial with Arabic num...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Santos Galbee 1565 Aftermarket Diamond 24mm Stainless Steel Watch
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier Santos Galbee 1565 Aftermarket Diamond 24mm Stainless Steel Watch This Cartier Santos Galbee 1565 Watch is in excellent condition a...
Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
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