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Vintage Cartier Les Must Pentagon lighter Silver Plated
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage Gold Plated Cartier Les Must Pentagon lighter
This silver-plated Cartier Pentagon lighter
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Cartier Les Must Pentagon lighter Gold Plated
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage Gold Plated Cartier Les Must Pentagon lighter
This gold-plated Cartier Pentagon lighter is
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Le Must De Cartier Logo Lines Decor Palladium Lighter In Original Cartier Case
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Le Must De Cartier Logo Lines Decor Palladium Lighter In Original Cartier Case
Cartier Lighter
Category
Late 20th Century Swiss Retro Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Palladium
Vintage Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter Brushed Silver Complete In Box 1990s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage Silver Plated Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter
This brushed silver-plated Cartier Trinity
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1990s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Silver, Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Le Must De Cartier Retro Logo Lighter, 18k Gold Plated In Original Case
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Le Must De Cartier Retro Logo Lighter, 18k Gold Plated In Original Case
Cartier Lighter
Category
Late 20th Century French Retro Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
18k Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter Gold Plated with Orange Laquer
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage Orange Gold Plated Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter
This gold-plated Tortoiseshell
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage Mini Cartier Les Must lighter Silver Plated Complete In Box
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
This small silver-plated Cartier Les must lighter is indeed eye candy. Fully functional, sparks
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1990s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Lacquered CARTIER Les Must Lighter Bordeaux Lacquered in Box 1970s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
excellence, Cartier's craftsmanship in creating lighters is revered across the globe. As vintage Cartier
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Cartier Les Must Trinity lighter Gold Plated with Red Laquer in Box
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage Red Lacquer Gold Plated Cartier Les Must lighter
This red lacquered Cartier Les must
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage Gold Plated CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
timeless design. As vintage Cartier pieces grow increasingly rare, this lighter presents a prized
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage CARTIER Laque de Chine Trinity Lighter Complete In Box 1970s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
watches, Cartier's foray into the world of lighters has produced pieces worthy of any collection. Vintage
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 18K Solid Gold Sleeved Cartier Les Must lighter Complete In Box 1970s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage 18K Solid Gold Sleeved Cartier Les Must lighter
This absolute masterpiece of a lighter is
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Paris Lighter
By Cartier
Located in Austin, TX
A gold plated lighter in a textured chevron pattern, signed Cartier Paris.
With original box.
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Burgundy Enamel Cartier Pocket Lighter
By Cartier
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Made by Cartier, this 18-karat gold plated and black enamel lighter features an oval body with a
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1960s French Modern Vintage Cartier Lighter
14 Karat Cartier Pocket Lighter
By Cartier
Located in Riverdale, NY
Cartier Pocket or Purse Lighter from the 1940's in 14k gold. Marked "5416 Cartier, 14 ct, 4988
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1940s American Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
14k Gold
Cartier 18K Gold Basket Weave Lighter
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous two tone 18k Gold Cartier butane lighter ( in working condition) with a basket weave
Category
1980s French Vintage Cartier Lighter
Cartier 20 Micron Goldplated Lighter #C88445
By Cartier
Located in Montreal, QC
Measures 7 x 1.2 x 2.5 cm, 1980-89. Maker Cartier Paris, goldplated, working but missing gas and
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1980s French Vintage Cartier Lighter
Cartier 18ct Gold Plate Godron Cigarette Lighter With Cartier Box
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Elegant Gold Plated Must de Cartier Ribbed Godron Cigarette Lighter In Original Cartier Box
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Metal, Enamel, Gold Plate
Genuine Cartier Cased Large Gold-Plated Lighter
By Cartier
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Description:
Genuine cartier 18-karat gold-plated large cigarette lighter, rectangular form
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20th Century French Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Classic Cartier Silver Plated Cigarette Lighter
Red Cartier Box Serviced
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Classic Cartier Silver Plated Cigarette Lighter With A Red Cartier Presentation Box
Marked Cartier
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20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Silver Plate
Cartier 18k Gold Plated Godron Pocket Cigarette Lighter
Cartier Box
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
An Elegant Cartier 18k Gold Plated Art Deco Design Oval Godron Pocket Cigarette Lighter With A Red
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20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate
Cartier Ribbed 18ct Gold Plate Cigarette Lighter In Original Cartier Pouch
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Cartier of Paris Ribbed Gold Plate Cigarette Lighter In Original Monogramed Red Pouch & Cartier Red
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Metal, Gold Plate
Classic Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Cigarette Lighter
Red Cartier Box Serviced
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Classical Art Deco Design Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Serviced Cigarette Lighter Complimented By A
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20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Silver Plate
Vintage Cartier Les Must lighter Gold Plated 1970s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage Gold Plated Cartier Les Must lighter
This gold-plated Cartier Les must lighter has been
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cartier Cigar Lighter
By Cartier
Located in Troy, MI
Handsome never used 18 karat yellow gold Cartier cigar lighter for the ever stylish gentleman
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1990s American Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
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1980s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
18k Gold, Gold Plate
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
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1980s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage 18-Karat Gold-Plated
Pocket
Lighter by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated 'Pocket' lighter by Cartier in 18-karat gold-plated with an oval shaped body and a
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Lighter
Vintage CARTIER Santos Lighter Gold Plated in Box 1980s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
piece of Cartier’s storied legacy wherever you go.
Introducing the Cartier Santos lighter, a stunning
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Silver Plate, Gold Plate
Vintage Cartier Les Must lighter Florentine Gold Plated 1970s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage Gold Plated Cartier Les Must lighter Florentine Finish
This Cartier Les must be lighter
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Silver Plated CARTIER Santos Lighter in Box 1980s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
functional art. As vintage Cartier pieces become increasingly rare, possessing this lighter is akin to
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1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
Vintage Gold Plated Cartier Les Must Mini Lighter 1980s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
to this day. As vintage Cartier pieces become increasingly scarce, this lighter is a rare gem for
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1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Cartier Textured Plorgalva Gold Plated Lighter in Original Box
By Cartier
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A nice Cartier Gold plated lighter in a textured pattern. It comes with its original box. There are
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20th Century French Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Very Rare Cartier “Royking” 18k Gold
Lacquer Vintage Lighter
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier “Royking” lighter.
Circe 1970
CARTIER Roy King Rollagas, a Unique RARE example of a
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Late 20th Century French Baroque Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Gold Plate Lighter Paris 822777 matelasse effect design
By Cartier
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Cartier Gold Plate Lighter Paris 822777, oval section with mineral texture decoration
It has an
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
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
1980s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate, 18k 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
1980s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Cartier Gordon Lighter With An Original Box and Papers
By Cartier
Located in Portland, England
A classic Must de Cartier Paris lighter, finished in a striking gold-plated ribbed “Godron” design
Category
1970s Vintage Cartier Lighter
Vintage Cartier Les Must lighter Black Lacquer Gold Plated 1970s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage Black Lacquer Gold Plated Cartier Les Must lighter
This Black Lacquer Cartier Les must be
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Cartier Les Must lighter Gold Plated Complete In Box
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage Cartier Les Must lighter lighter Gold Plated Complete In Box
This gold-plated Cartier Les
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage Gray Lacquered Cartier Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
carrying a piece of Cartier's storied legacy wherever you go.
The Cartier Les Must lighter, crafted in the
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage CARTIER Les Must Lighter Grey Lacquered in Box 1970s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
As a celebrated purveyor of luxury goods, Cartier's reputation for exceptional craftsmanship is
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Cartier Red Lacquer 18ct Gold Plated Trinity Cigarette Lighter Box
Guarantee
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Elegant Must De Cartier Red Lacquer 3 Banded 18ct Gold Plated Trinity Cigarette Lighter With Box
Category
Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Metal, Enamel, Gold Plate
Vintage Cartier Les Must lighter Silver plated Complete In Box 1970s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage Silver Plated Cartier Les Must lighter
This polished silver-plated Cartier Trinity lighter
Category
1990s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
Vintage Factory Sterling Silver CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1970s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
. As vintage Cartier pieces grow increasingly scarce, this lighter is a rare gem for collectors. Owning
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Vintage Red Marble Lacquered CARTIER Les Must Lighter in Box 1990s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
their vintage lighters are coveted among collectors worldwide. As vintage Cartier pieces become
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Cartier Les Must lighter Gold Plated Engraved Complete In Box
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage Gold Plated Cartier Les Must lighter
This gold-plated Cartier Les Must lighter is indeed
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate
Cartier Mini Oval SG Santos Cigarette Lighter With Original Box
Paperwork
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Cartier Mini Oval SG Santos Cigarette Lighter With Original Box & Paperwork Serial Ref E08911
Made
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20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Metal
Rare Vintage Cartier circa 1980 18k Gold and Lacquer “Royking” Lighter
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier “Royking” lighter.
Circe 1980
CARTIER Roy King Rollagas, a Unique RARE example of a
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Late 20th Century French Baroque Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Gold Plate Lighter Paris with diamond dot Texture with box
By Cartier
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Cartier Gold Plate Lighter Paris 199771, oval section with "diamond" dot decoration
It has an
Category
1980s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate
Le Must De Cartier Rare Vintage Retro “Trinity” Black Lacquer
Gold Lighter
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Rare TRINITY
Black Lacquer & 18 K Gold plated lighter
Circa 2000
In fantastic condition
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage Les Must de Cartier Paris 18k Gold Plated Lighter, Circa 1980s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage and Retro Cartier gold plated lighter
Circa 1980s
A Les Must De Cartier Paris 18k gold
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1980s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
18k Gold, Gold Plate
“Le Must the Cartier” Paris Logotype Yellow Gold and Black Lacquer Lighter
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Oval lighter with logotype decor - Yellow Gold plated and Black Lacquer.
This is an out of
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Late 20th Century French Retro Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
“Le Must De Cartier Paris” Platinum mate finish
18k gold plated lighter
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
“Le Must De Cartier Paris” Platinum mate finish & 18k gold plated lighter
Vintage and Retro Cartier
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Late 20th Century French Retro Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
18k Gold, Gold Plate, Platinum
“Les Must de Cartier Paris“ Retro Mini “Gordon” Platinum Finish Silver Lighter
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Le Must De Cartier Vintage and Retro Mini lighter
A “Les Must De Cartier Paris” Platinum Finish
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Late 20th Century French Retro Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Platinum, Silver
Cartier "Paris" Santos Lighter, S/Steel
Gold-Plated Screws. 58mm x 26mm.
By Cartier
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Fine & Rare Vintage Cartier Santos Lighter,
Stainless Steel
with 12 Signature Gold-Plated Screws
Category
1970s French Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate, Steel
Vintage Sealed NOS Silver Plated Cartier Trinity Lighter Brushed in Box 1970s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
In the prestigious world of fine lighters, Cartier stands as a beacon of timeless elegance and
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Lighter
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
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Vintage Cartier Lighter For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact vintage cartier lighter you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, gold plate and 18k gold. If you’re looking for a vintage cartier lighter 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 20th Century. A vintage cartier lighter from Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A vintage cartier lighter can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 2, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a baguette cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and round cut alternatives. When shopping for a vintage cartier lighter, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Vintage Cartier Lighter?
On average, a vintage cartier lighter at 1stDibs sells for $10,299, while they’re typically $970 on the low end and $24,246 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.
Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.
Questions About Cartier
- How much is a Cartier bracelet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The 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.
- Does Cartier rose gold fade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cartier 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.
- Is Cartier real gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021As 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- Is Cartier the same as Rolex?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024No, 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.
- 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. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Cartier engagement ring can cost between $3,000 and $800,000. The price depends on the diamond's carat weight and quality.
- Is Cartier a luxury watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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.
- Is Cartier cheaper in Paris?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cartier 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.
- How much is a Cartier worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024How 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.
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