Cartier Brooches
French
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.
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Creator: Cartier
Cartier Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Rose Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Rose Brooch
One small round-cut diamond of approximately 0.10 carat, beautiful rose motif, made of 18 karat yellow gold; marked Cartier, 750, Swiss m...
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Cartier Bee Brooch. 18k Yellow Gold Sapphire BumbleBee Pin.
By Cartier
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Lovely Find.
PRE-OWNED Authentic Cartier Bumble Bee Enamel Pin / Brooch
18k 750 Yellow Gold with Black Enamel
Details:
3mm Cabochon Sapphire
15mm by 17mm Dimensions
2.9grams total
Category
1990s Modern Cartier Brooches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1970 Sculpted Dragon Brooch In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Rubies And Emerald
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Sculpted dragon brooch designed by Cartier.
This is an exceptional brooch, created by the iconic jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 1970. This brooch was carefully sculpted in three dimensions in the shape of a mythical dragon. Has been crafted with spiky patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with highly textured finish. It is embellished with four natural earth mined gemstones, such rubies and emeralds. It is fitted at the reverse, with a hinged pin bar and a mechanical lock to wear as a brooch. This is a great statement piece of jewelry and we are sure will stimulate great conversations. This mythical animal can be exhibited as a sculpture, since stand alone in their claws.
The Dragon & His Year
This mythical animal symbolizes power, good fortune, and strength and is associated with auspicious traits like intelligence, ambition and charisma. Historically linked with imperial power, Chinese emperors considered themselves descendants of dragons, emphasizing the dragon's esteemed position. The Year of the Dragon holds immense significance in the Chinese zodiac, repeating every 12 years. And this year’s Chinese Lunar New Year, occurring Feb. 10, follows the Year of the Rabbit, with Dragon. In contrast to the other eleven animal signs (Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig) in the Chinese zodiac, Dragon is the only legendary creature. Historically linked with imperial power, Chinese emperors considered themselves descendants of dragons, emphasizing the dragon’s esteemed position. European legends portray dragons as demonic, malevolent beings guarding treasures to be conquered by heroic kings. The persistent malevolent connotations of the dragon in Western cultures can be directly attributed to the influence of early Christianity, where the dragon and its serpentine relations were often regarded as stand-ins for the devil. In contrast to the Western connotations of the dragon, the dragon in Chinese culture symbolizes good luck, strength, health and the male element Yang. Chinese dragons are heralded as bringers of good fortune, associated with rain and water. This positive connotation in China stems...
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$15,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Cartier Turquoise Cat Pin in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This Cartier pin features a playful cat, masterfully crafted in gold and adorned with vibrant turquoise.
Numbered and signed Cartier.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cartier Brooches
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Agate and Diamond Yellow Gold Lovebird Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage stained agate and 0.03 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold lovebird brooch by Cartier; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and e...
Category
1990s French Cartier Brooches
Materials
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Diamond Gold Platinum Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Paris 18k gold and platinum brooch, adorned with approx. 1.10ctw in diamonds. Brooch measures 43mm x 35mm. Marked: Cartier Paris, French marks on stem, 01 336. Weight - 21 gr...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Cartier Paris Art Deco GIA Certified Unheated Ceylon Sapphire Cabochon Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier Paris Art Deco Unheated Ceylon Sapphire Cabochon and Diamond Brooch made in Platinum. There is a GIA certificate stating that the sapphires are unheated and from Ceylon. Th...
Category
20th Century Cartier Brooches
Materials
Sapphire
Cartier Paris Antique Gold Silver Guilloche Diamond Buckle Clip
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite antique silver and 18k gold buckle clip by Cartier. Adorned with rose cut diamonds and bright green guilloche enamel. Buckle measures 2 5/8" x 1 7/8". Marked with eagle hea...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Cartier Turquoise, Diamond, Emerald Bird Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER Turquoise, Diamond, Emerald Bird Brooch.
An 18k yellow gold and platinum bird brooch, set with cabochon turquoise, emerald and diamonds, C...
Category
1980s French Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Platinum
Iconic 18 Karat Yellow Gold Elephant Brooch, by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Brooch around 1980, esigned as a family of elephants walking along a bamboo path, of polished and brushed design in soid 18 K yellow Gold, all elephants with a circular-cut emerald e...
Category
1980s French Contemporary Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Sapphire and Diamond Flower Pin in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Cartier sapphire and diamond flower pin is a breathtaking piece of artistry, with deep blue sapphires and brilliant diamonds meticulously arranged to form a delicate bloom.
This pin features 4 cushion cut sapphires that weigh approximately 7.30 carats; the pin is accompanied with an AGL Thai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Arrow Jabot Pin
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulously rare Art Deco onyx and diamond arrow jabot pin from the world renowned jewellery house of Cartier. This piece has been crafted in France from platinum and s...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950
s Cartier Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Rose
Yellow Gold Retro Brooch Pin
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A stunning vintage brooch by Cartier, crafted in a beautiful combination of 14K rose and yellow gold. This sculptural Retro design, measuring approximately 1.5 x 3.5 inches, captures...
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Sapphire and Diamond Straight Pin in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This antique pin showcases Cartier’s hallmark craftsmanship, blending classic design with lasting charm.
This pin features approximately 8.75 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Pair of Cartier Art Deco Ruby, Diamond and Platinum Clips, Circa 1937
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A pair of Cartier, Art Deco, ruby and diamond double clips, with a triple row, raised, bombé cluster of faceted, round and cushion shaped rubies, in claw settings, flanked by pavé se...
Category
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Platinum
Cartier Retro Gold and Diamond Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Darnestown, MD
Stunning Retro gold and diamond brooch by Cartier. The elongated graceful form has nine diamonds that weigh approximately .75 carats. The...
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
CARTIER Retro 18k Yellow Gold, Amethyst
Turquoise Butterfly Pin 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Retro 18k Yellow Gold, Turquoise & Amethyst Butterfly Pin 1940s
Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer pin. Truly a great piece at a gre...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
A tutti-frutti Cartier jabot pin
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A tutti-frutti Cartier jabot pin, in the form of a plant, the base with an oval Mughal-style carved emerald set within an old-cut diamond encrusted crescent, the top set with a finel...
Category
1930s Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Gold, Platinum
Antique Cartier Art Deco Platinum Onyx Diamond Bow Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A classic example of Art Deco Cartier, this elongated platinum bow pin is set with calibre cut onyx and diamonds dating to about 1920. The bow accent was a popular motif in the Edwar...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Cartier Paris 1960s Lapis Lazuli Ruby Gold Bird Brooch Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage, circa 1960s 18k gold bird brooch by Cartier, set with lapis lazuli and a ruby eye. The brooch measures 1 7/8" x 1". Brooch is marked: Cartier, 015 961, Paris. Weight of the...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Brooches
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Gold
Cartier, Sapphire Diamond Jabot Brooch, GIA
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This rare Cartier Art Deco brooch features sleek, symmetrical lines that embody the pioneering spirit of the era. At its center is a Sri Lankan untreated sapphire weighing approximat...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire
Cartier Jabot Brooch with Opals, Diamonds, and Gemstone Beads Circa 1920s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Jabot Brooch with Opals, Diamonds, and Gemstone Beads Circa 1920s
This exquisite jabot brooch by Cartier is a stunning example of the brand’s signature elegance and innovat...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Paris Bird Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18-carat gold bird set with cabochon-cut turquoises and brilliant-cut diamonds (app. 2 carats) set in platinum; the eye and feathers are set with oval- and baguette cut-sapphires ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$70,135
Cartier Platinum Diamond Silver Brooch Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Antique Cartier platinum brooch with silver / gold center, adorned with rose cut and round brilliant diamonds. center rose cut largest stone measures approx. 8.4 x 5.7mm, surrounding...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum, Silver
Cartier Citrine, Onyx and Diamond Sailboat Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Weston, MA
It is said that a brooch is the purest expression of the jeweler’s art. In this buoyant Cartier piece the careful cutting of the citrines captures the essence of a boat under full sa...
Category
20th Century Unknown Cartier Brooches
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Whimsical Dragon Lion Diamond Ruby Emerald Pin Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Vintage Lion Dragon Pin Brooch by Cartier.
A truly whimsical creation, this Cartier dragon-lion brooch combines my...
Category
1960s French Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Cartier Foliate Diamond Platinum Vintage Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Of foliate design, set with a cushion-shaped diamond weighing 1.35 carats, the mount highlighted with cushion-shaped, baguette and circular-cut diamonds, signed monture Cartier, Fren...
Category
20th Century French Modern Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Two Tone 18K Gold and Diamond Flower Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Hicksville, NY
Cartier Two Tone 18K Gold and Diamond Flower Brooch
Item Details:
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 34.4 grams
Diamond Det...
Category
Mid-20th Century Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier 18k White Gold Green Eyes Black Onyx Nose Panther Tie Tack
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(2) Green Stones - Round Cut - Green Color - On Eyes
(1) Natural Genuine Black Onyx - Round Cut Black Color - On Nose
Material: Solid 18k White Gold
Total Weight: 6.92...
Category
20th Century Cartier Brooches
Materials
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
CARTIER Retro 14k Yellow Gold, Enamel
Rock Crystal Equestrian Brooch 1940s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 14k Yellow Gold, Rock Crystal & Enamel Equestrian Pin Retro 1940s
Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer p...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier "Giraffe" Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Giraffe brooch in 18k yellow gold, decorated with emeralds and enamel.
The giraffe is enameled with brown translucent enamel spots and black e...
Category
Late 20th Century French Artist Cartier Brooches
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier rare Art Deco diamond and pearl bar brooch
By Cartier
Located in Addlestone, GB
Cartier Art Deco diamond and pearl bar brooch, centred with a button-shaped pearl of 5.9 mm, to an elongated navette bar encrusted with old European-cut and baguette-cut diamonds, w...
Category
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Cartier White Enamel and Diamond Floral Layer Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier White Enamel and Diamond Floral Layer Brooch. The length is 3.50 CM, the width is 3.25CM. The total weight is 16.02 grams. There is one diamond in the center of the brooch. ...
Category
20th Century Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Enamel
Cartier Diamond Chalcedony 18K White Gold Turtle Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
A whimsical yet luxurious creation, this exquisite turtle brooch from Cartier is a masterful blend of fine artistry and precious materials. Crafted in shimmering 18K white gold, the ...
Category
Late 20th Century Cartier Brooches
Materials
Chalcedony, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Gold Enamel Cultured Pearl Diamond and Emerald Cat Tiger Clip Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The playful cat grasping one cultured pearl approximately 9.4 mm., its body applied with black enamel stripes, accented by 2 small round emerald eyes, decorated with a diamond-set co...
Category
1980s French Modern Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Must de Cartier Gold Plated Pencil
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Cartier
Material: gold plated steel
No box or papers included
220-304
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Brooches
Materials
Gold, Gold Plate
An 18k Gold Cartier Bird Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18k gold brooch featuring a basket with four adorable baby birds, the eyes are set with ruby, sapphire, emerald and diamond signed and numbered: Cartier London and Cartier, L607 w...
Category
1960s British Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Gold Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
14K Y/gold fluted flower design pin, stamps CARTIER, measures 1 3/4 x 1 1/2 inch, weight 10 dwt.
Category
20th Century French Cartier Brooches
Materials
Gold
$3,500
Cartier Antique Diamond Bow Brooch, circa 1910
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier antique diamond bow brooch. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back millegrain setting with a weight of ...
Category
1910s Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1940s Cartier Retro Leaf Brooch with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.00 carats.
Signed by Cartier
Circa 1940s
1 1/8 x 2 1/4 inches
Category
1940s Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Retro Cartier Diamond
14 Karat Yellow and Rose Gold Ribbon Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine gold & diamond ribbon brooch.
By Cartier.
With 5 pave set round brilliant diamonds set in crescent moon shape at the center of 14k rose and yellow gold ribbon.
Simply a wonderful mixed metals...
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Art Deco Jade Jabot Pin
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Embodying the glamor and modish motifs of the Roaring 20s, this exquisite Art Deco-era jabot pin was crafted by the esteemed Cartier. Formed from an exceptio...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Ruby
Cartier Adorable Diamond Sapphire Gold Turtle Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Adorable 18k gold Cartier turtle brooch, set with sapphire eyes and approx. 1.10ctw G/VS diamonds. Brooch measures 37mm x 25mm. Marked Cartier, 7...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
1940s Cartier Diamond Gold Bow Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A beautiful Cartier Bow Brooch, ca. 1940s.
The bow is studded with old-cut diamonds of circa 2.5 carats and is made in 18k yellow gold.
Signed...
Category
1940s French Retro Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Paris Large Round Diamond Amethyst Turquoise Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite brooch designed as a flower centering one round amethyst approx. 35.00 cts., encircled by two rows of round cabochon turquoise, supported by a curved polished gold stem,...
Category
1960s French Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Platinum
Cartier Midcentury Platinum Diamond Bow Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Classic platinum open circa and bow brooch, by Cartier, circa 1950s. The brooch is set with approximately 5ctw in G/VS baguette diamonds. Measures 1.75" in diameter. Marked Cartier ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Panther Pin Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Show your fierce side with this Cartier panther pin. The iconic motif is crafted in high polish yellow gold with black enamel spots in a ferocious pose.
Length: 1.75 inches (approx....
Category
1990s French Modern Cartier Brooches
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier, New York 18 Karat Gold and Sapphire Bow Shaped Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier, New York 18K Gold and Sapphire Bow Shaped Brooch
This Brooch was made in the 1970's by Cartier. Includes serial number 21434.
Category
1970s American Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Art Deco Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exuding the decadence of the Art Deco era, this brooch hails from the revered French jeweler Cartier. Taking the form of a classic bow, the pin is crafted of rock crystal with delica...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Platinum
$19,500
Cartier Retro 18K Gold Sapphire Diamond Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Flushing, NY
Cartier Retro 18K Gold Sapphire Diamond Brooch
Marked:
18K
CARTIER
Approximate Dimensions:
3 cm ( Length)
3 cm (Width)
0.15 carat (Diamond)
0.315 carat (Sapphire)
10.6 grams in ...
Category
20th Century Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Emerald and Diamond Platinum Brooch, Circa 1960.
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier emerald and diamond platinum brooch, circa 1960.
Designed as a circle, claw set with alternating round brilliant cut diamond...
Category
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Playing Card Brooches and Gold Cuff by Cartier
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exuding the decadence of a bygone era, this pair of playing card clip brooches hail from the revered French jeweler Cartier. Each pin is crafted of red, white, blue and black enamel to form the iconic designs of the Queen and King of Hearts, and the duo's crowns are encrusted with glittering accent diamonds. The retro set is further elevated by a gold bangle, allowing for a multitude of styling options. For over two centuries, playing cards have been perhaps the most popular societal pastime, and this lovely set of brooches...
Category
20th Century French Retro Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Cartier 1.70 Carat Black Onyx 2.20 Carat Diamond Platinum Brooch Circa 1925
By Cartier
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.70 carat black onyx and 2.20 carat diamond Cartier brooch in platinum - boxed; part of our antique Cartier jewellery...
Category
1920s Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Cartier Retro 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Sapphire Vintage Shooting Star Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a shooting star motif comprised of clustered gems and fanning wire tail
Cluster enters a star cut sapphire weighing approximately 0.45 carat
Transparent medium blue and p...
Category
1940s Retro Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Art Deco Precious Coral Diamond Enamel Rose Flower Hand Yellow Gold 1930
By Cartier
Located in Lisbon, PT
Cartier Paris precious coral and diamond Flower-In-Hand clip/brooch in yellow gold and platinum, in antique maker’s case, France, 1930s. A testament to ...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Mid Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Tampa, FL
Cartier Mid Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Brooch
Diamond:
Shape - Round Brilliant Cut
Weight - Approximately 0.31 ct
Color - D-E
Clarity - VS1+
B...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,384 Sale Price
22% Off
Cartier Citrine whimsical Bird Brooch in 18k Yellow Gold.
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier whimsical Bird brooch in 18k yellow gold. This vintage brooch features a bird
with citrine body, textured 18k yellow gold feathers, feet and head. The eyes set with two round...
Category
Late 20th Century French Artist Cartier Brooches
Materials
Turquoise, Citrine, Yellow Gold
Large Size Cartier Turquoise and Ruby Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Large size Cartier Turquoise Brooch with Rubies and Diamonds
Beautiful large size floral cartier brooch with turquoise, rubies and diamonds. ...
Category
1960s French Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise
1920s Art Deco Cartier Coral Diamond Onyx Rock Crystal Platinum Brooch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
An delightful Cartier Art Deco brooch, the brooch comprising an openwork rectangular plaque with two central coral bars with rock crystal sides...
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Cartier Brooches
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Platinum
Cartier Charming Onyx Diamond Ruby Gold Terrier Clip
By Cartier
Located in Riverdale, NY
Faithful terrier clip-brooch in 18k gold with onyx eye patch, bezel set diamond, and ruby eye by Cartier, Paris. Beautifully modeled, finely detailed, with ID collar/charm and prized...
Category
1950s French Vintage Cartier Brooches
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold
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Find a range of Cartier brooches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Cartier jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Cartier diamond brooches, from our inventory of 154, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 233 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider brooches by Christian Dior, LaCloche, and Marchak. Prices for Cartier brooches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $680 and tops out at $1,200,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $13,429.
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- 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.
- 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 Vermeil?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cartier Vermeil means a timepiece made by the French luxury jewelry house of Cartier out of a material called vermeil. It is a precious metal produced by combining genuine gold and silver. Shop a variety of Cartier Vermeil watches on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier Vendôme?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The meaning of Cartier Vendôme varies. Most often, the term describes a line of watches made by the French luxury jewelry house. However, the company has also produced sunglasses and wedding jewelry with the style name Cartier Vendôme. Shop a variety of Cartier Vendôme watches 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 logo?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The Cartier logo is a pair of interlocking Cs. However, many people associate the panther with the French luxury jewelry maker more than its actual logo. Louis Cartier incorporated the feline figure into its design lexicon. In 1914, Cartier hired illustrator George Barbier to design advertisements for the jewelry house. Barbier drafted a drawing that featured a glamorous woman with an elegant panther at her feet, and Cartier loved it. He had an additional connection to the panther in the form of his alleged romantic interest, fellow Cartier designer Jeanne Toussaint, who adored the animal so much that she decorated her apartment with furs and donned a coat of panther fur. Cartier gave her the long-lasting nickname Panthère. Since then, Cartier has offered watches, bracelets, necklaces, brooches and earrings inspired by the panther. Find a diverse assortment of Cartier jewelry 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.
- Why Cartier is so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021One of the reasons Cartier is so expensive is because, since its inception in 1847, the brand has had a massive celebrity fan base that spans royals, movie stars, singers and socialites. The brand also uses the highest quality metals and gems in their pieces, rendering them expensive to produce. Lastly, most Cartier pieces are easy to identify, making brand recognition a key factor in the brand's exclusivity.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025Cartier is special for at least a few reasons. The French luxury brand is one of the most well-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world.
Cartier has helped create style trends over the course of its long history, including playing a prominent role in defining Art Deco jewelry. The brand designed one of the first modern wristwatches for men — the Santos de Cartier — and its Panthère motif and Love bracelet are universally renowned among lovers of fine jewelry.
Additionally, it should come as no surprise that Cartier engagement rings are among the most desirable on the jewelry market for those hoping to be betrothed. The house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds.
Find Cartier jewelry for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024There is no definitive answer to the question of which is cheaper, Rolex or Cartier. Some entry-level Cartier watches do tend to have lower starting price points than some Rolex watches. However, both makers offer a wide variety of watches, so it's not accurate to say that Cartier is always the cheaper option. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Cartier and Rolex watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024Why it is called the Cartier Crash relates to the unique shape of the watch. The case and dial of the timepiece have a smashed, wavy appearance, similar to what a watch might look like if it were smashed or crushed in a crash or collision. There are various stories of how this imaginative design came into being. Some people claim that the designers Jean-Jacques Cartier and Rupert Emmerson got the idea for the timepiece after a customer brought in a damaged watch for repair. Another theory is that the prominent melting clock in Salvador Dalí's painting The Persistence of Memory served as the inspiration. Shop a variety of Cartier 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. - Are all Cartier rings gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, not all Cartier rings are gold. Although the luxury jewelry maker produces many white, rose and yellow gold pieces, some rings are platinum. The French jewelry house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier rings.
- Are Cartier diamonds real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, Cartier diamonds are real. The French luxury jewelry maker follows stringent standards when selecting the diamonds that go into its pieces. For example, the central brilliant cut diamonds in Cartier rings that are over 0.3 carats in weight must be classified as Very Good or Excellent to be used by the brand, and Cartier rarely chooses diamonds with clarity ratings below VS2 or color ratings below H. Shop a selection of Cartier diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- How do I wear Cartier earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to wear Cartier earrings depends on your personal preferences. Small hoops and studs can balance chunky statement necklaces, while dramatic drops and oversized hoops can become the bold focal point of an outfit. Shop a variety of Cartier earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether a Cartier watch is bigger than a Rolex watch depends on the particular timepiece. Cartier offers watches in sizes ranging from 28 millimeters for women to 44 millimeters for men. Rolex's smallest women's watch is bigger than Cartier's at 31 millimeters, but the watchmaker's largest men's watch is only 43 millimeters. Find a variety of Rolex and Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023To authenticate a Cartier lighter, locate the serial number. Then, contact Cartier’s customer service team to assess whether it is a genuine serial number and whether the product type and style match your piece. Check the official Cartier website for current contact information. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Cartier lighters.
- Does Cartier make earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Cartier does make earrings as well as a slew of other exquisite and high-end pieces of jewelry. Established in 1847 in Paris, France, this luxury goods brand is known throughout the world for its jewelry and watches. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Cartier pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023While the Panthère de Cartier watch collection was initially launched in 1983, Cartier included panther spots (and only the spots) in diamonds and onyx on at least one women’s watch in 1914 and another in 1915. These creations were conceived by the Cartier designer Charles Jacqueau. The cat’s major breakthrough came in 1949, with a brooch on which Jeanne Toussaint worked hand in glove with designer Peter Lemarchand. The luxury jewelry house now offers dozens of versions of the Panthère de Cartier timepiece, including double- and triple-wrap bracelets, a series of cuffs and a diamond-encrusted panther spot version. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The original Cartier Tank watch, which was emblematic of a stark departure from the renowned jewelry house’s curved and round watch faces in that its case resembled the FT-17’s cockpit, served as a sleek update to the Santos watch. Crafted in 1917, one year before the Great War came to a close, Cartier’s Tank watch reportedly borrowed its clean, sharp lines and boxy silhouette from France’s legendary Renault FT-17 light tank, itself a compact and extraordinary design that inspired numerous copies. When the Tank watch went to market, Cartier offered a limited run in Paris. After those quickly sold, it was given a name, the Tank Normale. The timepiece took off in popularity, but only slightly more than 30 were made in 1920 and annual production has been slow over the years since then. Find Cartier Tank watches on 1stDibs.