Cartier Earrings
Vintage Cartier earrings have forever been a favorite of celebrities and royalty alike. Apart from its statement pieces, the house’s offerings include understated accessories, such as diamond-studded hoops, delicate danglers and classic stud earrings that feature diamonds, pearls and brilliant colored gems. Cartier’s signature designs have transcended time and trends, appearing everywhere from red carpets to royal courts.
Ordained “the jeweler of kings and the king of jewelers” by King Edward VII of England, Cartier is the brand behind some of the world’s most iconic, luxurious and regal designs. It was founded in 1847 by master jeweler Louis-François Cartier and expanded considerably under Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874. While Alfred’s three sons Louis, Pierre and Jacques later grew the business on an international level, Cartier’s associations with royalty can be traced back to its early days.
Commissions from Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, for earrings and other accessories began in the late 1850s, and relationships between Cartier and Czar Nicholas II of Russia, King Edward VII and others took shape in the decades that followed.
For more than 100 years, Cartier jewelry has been a favorite of the British Royal Family. Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, inherited Cartier chandelier earrings as well as a pair of Cartier-designed pear-drop diamond earrings, which feature two pear-shaped diamonds weighing approximately 20 carats each, from Margaret Greville during the early 1940s. They would in turn be inherited by Queen Elizabeth II in 2002. (Diana, Princess of Wales, borrowed them in the 1980s from time to time.) Meghan Markle favors her Galanterie de Cartier studs.
Cartier earrings are defined by the bold design sensibility and attention to detail for which the fine jewelry house is known. Earrings that have origins in its revered collections, such as the Love collection’s modernist Love earrings, Trinity earrings, the Panthère earrings and others, are everyday classics for women who want jewelry that is elegant and tells a story. Angelina Jolie has been spotted in the audacious Juste un Clou earrings, which were designed during the 1970s and inspired by carpenter nails, while filmmaker Sofia Coppola has touted her affection for Cartier’s Paris Nouvelle Vague collection and the brand’s Art Deco diamond earrings. (The luxury house helped define the Art Deco era — the look that Cartier was favoring in post–World War I Paris, London and New York was a radical departure from the Belle Epoque garland style it had once popularized.)
New and vintage Cartier earrings are an important part of its grand heritage — find your next pair on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Cartier
Cartier Diamond Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 18k gold earrings design as five rows of navette-shaped links, set with brilliant-cut diamonds, signed Cartier, French hallmarks.
Dimensions approx. 2 1/2″ x 3/4″
Category
1980s French Vintage Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond
Cartier 18k Gold Diamond Ruby Clip-On Ear Clips, Italy, 1980s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful ear clips made by Cartier in 1980s.
Designed as clusters of balls set with diamonds and rubies arranged in multi layers.
Metal is 18k white & yellow gold, 26.78 grams.
Si...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cartier 18k Trinity Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18k Trinity Hoop Earrings
With Tri-color Yellow Gold, Rose Gold and white Gold.
Nice Large Size and beautifully made.
Length 14mm at i...
Category
1990s Cartier Earrings
Cartier White Gold Clip Earrings Paved with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
CARTIER 18 carats white Gold clip-on Earrings paved with Diamonds
Signed Cartier and numbered. Dated 1999
Height: 1.3 cm Width: 1 cm
Gross weight: 11,7g
Eagje head Hallmark
French w...
Category
1990s French Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Burmese Sapphire and diamond earrings, French, 1988.
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier Paris Burmese Sapphire and diamond earrings. A matching pair, each centrally set with an oval old cut natural unenhanced Burmese sapphire in open back claw settings, one appr...
Category
1980s French Vintage Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum
Cartier 0.56ct Diamond Square Earrings
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
These 18 carat yellow gold earrings from Cartier make the perfect gift. They feature four 0.07 carat round brilliant diamonds set in a square on each. As expected of Cartier the diam...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Nouvelle Vague 750 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamonds Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful earrings by Cartier
2 pieces set
750 YG
74 diamonds in fine white top Wesselton, approx. IF-VVS
Total ca. 0,94CT
Total weight ca. 17,5g
Total l...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Modernist Ear Clips
By Cartier
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, this pair of ear clips were retailed by the famed Parisian jewellers, Cartier. The tubular 18 karat yellow gold ear clips comprise three straw like...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modernist Cartier Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Cut Jade Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this pair of earrings from Cartier, a stunning addition to the retro and modernist-inspired set. Crafted with exceptional craftsmanship, these ear...
Category
20th Century French Modern Cartier Earrings
Materials
Jade, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Vintage Diamond Pave Half Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
These vintage Cartier Trinity Diamond Pavé Half Hoop Earrings, crafted in France, embody timeless elegance. Inspired by the original Trinity design introduced by Louis Cartier in 192...
Category
Late 20th Century French Contemporary Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier diamond hoop earrings, French, circa 1970.
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier diamond hoop earrings. A matching pair, each set with forty-one round brilliant cut diamonds in open back grain settings, eighty-two in total with a combined approximate weig...
Category
1970s French Vintage Cartier Earrings
Cartier a pair of “Love” diamond hoop earrings - 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Rugby, England
Cartier a pair of “Love” diamond hoop earrings 18K White Gold set with numerous brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a total of app. 0.14 ct., mounted in 18k white gold. Weight app. 17.96...
Category
2010s French Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 1960s Precious Coral Diamond Circular Clip Earrings Yellow Gold Cased
By Cartier
Located in Lisbon, PT
Magnificent Pair of Cartier Corallium rubrum Precious Coral and Diamond Circular Clip Earrings in Yellow Gold, 1960s, fitted in a Cartier case from the period. Each earring of a circ...
Category
1960s French Modern Vintage Cartier Earrings
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Tiger Stripe Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Created by Cartier Paris in the early 21st century, these hoop earrings are composed of black enamel and 18K gold. Each 18K gold hoop earclip is designed with irregular black enamel tiger stripes, and angled to sit snugly by the ear and face. Casual and chic, these unusual and understated Cartier hoop earrings complement a sleek look for day or night.
Product Details:
Item #: ER-20579
Artist: Cartier, Paris
Country: France
Circa: Early 21st century
Size: 1.375” diameter
Materials: Black enamel; 18K gold; (with original Cartier pouch)
Signed: 750 Cartier 640797 French assay marks
Macklowe Gallery Curator's Notes:
More than any other jeweler, Cartier has owned the aesthetic of Big Cat jewelry since the early 20th century, from the subtle panther skin jewels of Charles Jacqueau to the outsize sculptural creations realized under the direction of Jeanne Toussaint...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Cartier Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier 0.80 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer:
CARTIER
Title:
Cartier 0.80 Carat Round Brilliant G VS Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings
Style:
Clip On
Metal:
14 Karat Yellow Gold
Gemstone 1:
0.8 Carat Diamon...
Category
20th Century Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Trinity Natural Diamond White Gold Inside Out Large Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
These fabulous and rare inside-out oval wrap earrings from Cartier's iconic Trinity collection are crafted 18k white gold and set with brilliant-cut D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds. This is...
Category
Early 2000s Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
18 carat Gold Coral, Amethyst and Diamond Delice de Goa Cartier Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A pair of 18 carat gold earrings with coral, amethysts and brilliant cut diamonds, signed and numbered: Cartier, model Delice de Goa.
weight: 12.2 g
dimensions: 30 x 13 cm
Category
1990s French Cartier Earrings
Materials
Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier 1.14 Carat Ruby Sapphire 0.16 Carat Diamond 18K YG Clip On Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designer:
CARTIER
Title:
Cartier 0.90 Carat Round Brilliant Ruby 0.24 Carat Round Brilliant Sapphire 0.16 Carat Round Brilliant G VS Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings
Sty...
Category
20th Century Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Gold Hoop Two-Tone Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous pair of Cartier hoop earrings featuring a unique textured finish on the yellow gold followed by smooth 18k white gold ribbons for the perfect contrast.
The earrings measu...
Category
1990s French Cartier Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Anniversary Edition Diamond Clover Earrings in 18k white gold. The earrings are crafted in a four leaf clover design. Encrusted with round brilliant cut diamonds with total
w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
$57,200
Vintage Cartier London Platinum Hoop Earrings, circa 1990
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage pair of Cartier London platinum hoop earrings, circa 1990
This beautiful and elegant pair of earrings are designed as four slim gently rounded twisted rows of polished pla...
Category
1990s British Retro Cartier Earrings
Materials
Platinum
Cartier Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Earrings, circa 1970s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
What is so shining and spectacular as white diamonds sparkling within a warm gold pave setting, especially when designed by world-renowned fine jewelry Maison, Cartier? The French wo...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold Braid Diamonds Clip Earrings and Ring
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
CARTIER Set in 18K yellow Gold and Tresse Diamonds:
18K yellow Gold and Diamond Clip Earrings patterned with a Braid paved with Diamonds on half the Braid
Signed Cartier and numbered and dated 1990
Height 2.2 cm Width: 1.3 cm
Gross weight: 16,7g
French work from Cartier Paris
Eagle Head Hallmark
And
18K yellow Gold and Diamond Ring patterned...
Category
1990s French Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Logo Modernist Rose Gold Post Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Subtly engraved with the iconic Cartier logo, these vintage Cartier rose 18 karat rose gold post back hoops are as collectible as they are wearable. Signed Cartier with serial numbe...
Category
Early 2000s French Modernist Cartier Earrings
Materials
Rose Gold
Cartier Tubogas 18K Gold Tri-Color Link Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Tri-Color Tubogas Link Hoop Earrings from Cartier.
Made in solid 18K Gold, with highly polished white, rose
yellow gold omega-shaped wide Links.
Secured by an omega clip-on c...
Category
1990s French Cartier Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier "Colombe de la Paix" Diamond Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier "Colombe de la Paix" Dove of Peace" diamond earrings. All made in 18k white gold. The
set consists of earrings set with round brilliant cut diamond weighing total of approximately
10.0ct, color E-F, clarity VS. Equipped with omega clip closing (for nonpierced
ears). Measurements: 30mm X 34mm.
Signed: Cartier 2001...
Category
Late 20th Century French Artist Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Magnolia Tri-Color Gold Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Tri-Colored Gold (Yellow, White, Rose) Cartier Magnolia Earrings by Cartier.
These earrings are for pierced ears.
Details:
Weight: 15.3 grams
...
Category
20th Century French Cartier Earrings
Materials
Gold
Cartier Rose Quartz Diamond Tassel Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Rose Quartz Diamond Tassel Earrings
Two rose quartz set with a black onyx link and diamond tassels
Measurements: 3" long
Back Type: Clip ...
Category
1970s French Vintage Cartier Earrings
Materials
Quartz, Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier 18K Two Tone Honeymoon Huggie Clip Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
These elegant **Cartier 18K Two Tone Honeymoon Huggie Earrings** are a timeless addition to any jewelry collection. Crafted from a blend of 18K yellow and white gold, they showcase t...
Category
20th Century French Modern Cartier Earrings
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Dinh Van Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings by Dinh Van for Cartier from the 1970's.
With 50 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately 1.50ct
This stunning p...
Category
1970s French Vintage Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1990s Cartier Trinity Earrings in Tri-Color Gold and Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
Cartier Trinity collection earrings are composed of 18K tri-color gold and round diamonds. Marked on the back "Cartier 1995 D33102 Cartier 750". The diamonds are inset into the cen...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Cartier Vintage 6.10 Carat Diamond 18k Gold Dome Clip On Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Cartier from mid-80s to early 90s, cluster dome clip on earrings, made for a sophisticated retro look,
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the piece is enhanced by Pave set round cu...
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Paris 18Kt Gold Etruscan Earrings Hoops with 2.88 Cts in VVS Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Hoop earrings designed by Cartier.
Gorgeous modern pair created in Paris France by the house of Cartier. They was crafted with geometric Etruscan motifs in solid yellow gold of 18 k...
Category
Early 2000s French Modernist Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamants Legers Diamond 18k White Gold Chandelier Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Introducing the epitome of elegance and luxury – the Cartier Diamants Legers Diamond 18k White Gold Chandelier Earrings. Crafted with precision and ad...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Earrings
Materials
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Tri-Color Triangle 18k Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Cartier Tri-Color Triangle 18k Gold Earrings
Cartier signed earrings with three colors of gold, white rose and yellow.
Iconic but simple earrings tha...
Category
1970s French Vintage Cartier Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Hoop Diamond Earrings
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stylish pair of hooped earrings from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. These earrings are crafted from 18ct gold, featuring a sleek, triple-bar des...
Category
Late 20th Century Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Signature C De Cartier Large Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Signature C De Cartier Large Hoop Earrings by Cartier.
These earrings are in mint condition and they are made for non-pier...
Category
1990s French Cartier Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Panther 18K Yellow Gold Day
Night Ears Door-knockers Peridot Eyes
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
18k Yellow Gold earrings with panther motif and green peridot eyes. Created by Cartier, 1980, France. Day and night earrings with the option of removing the door-knockers.
Professio...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Earrings
Materials
Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Clip Earrings
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier vintage 18 karat yellow and white gold clip earrings.
A unique pair of vintage Cartier bi-metal 18 karat gold earrings.
Crafted in polished gold, featuring a striking desig...
Category
1990s French Retro Cartier Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris 1.90 CTW 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twist Hoop Vintage Ear-Clip Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as domed hoops forms with a ribbon-like twist motif throughout
Bead set with graduated round brilliant cut diamonds
Weighing approximately 1.90 carats total - G color with V...
Category
1960s Modern Vintage Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1.25 Carat Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning pair of diamond hoop earrings from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. Crafted from 18ct yellow gold, these earrings feature bright white ro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exceptional Cartier Art Deco Cushion cuts diamond earrings app. 5 ct each
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary pair of platinum Cartier signed Art Deco era clip-on earrings features an approximately 5 carat cushion cut diamond surr...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
$156,000 Sale Price
28% Off
Cartier Silver Ear Clips, 1970s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier silver ear clips, circa 1970s
Oval shaped textured ear clips from the Jackie O collection, sterling silver; marked sterling
Size: width 1 inch...
Category
1970s Vintage Cartier Earrings
Materials
Silver
Cartier Rivoli Yellow Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
Elevate your elegance with these exquisite Cartier Rivoli Diamond Hoop Earrings, a stunning display of timeless luxury and craftsmanship. Crafted from 18K yellow gold, these iconic h...
Category
1980s Vintage Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Double Heart Shaped Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Double Heart Shaped Hoop Earrings by Cartier.
These earrings are for not pierced ears, but they can be converted by adding ...
Category
1990s French Cartier Earrings
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier, 18K Gold Gemstone Diamond Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
These Cartier earrings feature a stunning combination of ruby, sapphire, and emerald, creating a striking color contrast that is both fashionable and vibrant. The brilliance of the r...
Category
1960s Vintage Cartier Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier La Baiser Du Dragon Ruby Gold Drop Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k gold earrings by Cartier, from La Baiser du Dragon collection, featuring black cord drops with ruby cabochons. Earrings are 2.5" long, the black cord drop can be removed....
Category
20th Century French Cartier Earrings
Materials
Ruby, Gold
Chic Vintage French Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Earrings with Black Enamel Bands
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This striking pair of 18K yellow gold French Cartier Bombe earrings are simple in design and yet are visually enchanting. Five undulating bands ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Cartier Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
Cartier Mid Century Gold and Lapis large Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Earrings, measuring 7/8 x 7/8 inch and centrally set with a domed Cabochon Lapis Lazuli, nice solid construction with a weight of 20.9 Grams. One ...
Category
1960s American Modernist Vintage Cartier Earrings
Materials
Lapis Lazuli
Cartier earrings for sale on 1stDibs
1stDibs offers a range of Cartier earrings. These unique items were designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While shopping for the most fashionable antique or vintage Cartier jewellery to pair with your ensemble, you will find that Cartier diamond earrings from our inventory of 191 can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. This collection contains 295 pieces as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. Modern and contemporary are among the most popular styles of Cartier earrings available on 1stDibs. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th Century. Many customers also consider earrings by David Webb, Meghna Jewels and Picchiotti if you are looking for additional options. Price ranges for Cartier earrings, depending on gemstone, time period and other attributes. The price for these items starts at $1,000 and tops out at $2,500,000, while pieces like these can sell for $10,320 on average.
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Questions About Cartier Earrings
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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. - 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- What is the famous Cartier ring?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023While the luxury jewelry maker has produced many iconic pieces, the Trinity de Cartier ring is perhaps its most famous. The Trinity debuted in 1924 and features interlocking rings in rose, yellow and white gold. Shop a collection of Cartier rings from top jewelers around the world on 1stDibs.
- What are Cartier glasses called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Cartier glasses are called by a variety of nicknames. These include 'Ye's, Sticks, Carties and Cardisa. Many people refer to Cartier sunglasses and eyeglasses fashioned out of buffalo horn as Buffs. Explore a wide variety of Cartier glasses from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What Cartier watch is the most famous is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some well-known watches produced by the French luxury brand include the Tank Solo, the Ballon Bleu De Cartier, the Tank Anglaise, the Crash and the Clé De Cartier. Find a selection of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023There are a couple of reasons why Cartier glasses are so special. First, the French luxury brand produces each pair with careful attention to detail and precise crafting techniques that make the eyewear stylish and durable. Cartier also uses fine-quality materials like buffalo horn, titanium, gold, leather, onyx and bubinga wood. Additionally, many Detroit rappers like Royce da 5'9", Tee Grizzley and Big Sean have sported Cartier sunglasses over the years, making the brand's eyewear synonymous with hip-hop culture. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier glasses.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023The Cartier Tank is so popular for several reasons. Many people like its unique shape, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I. Others appreciate its long history since it was released in 1918. Over the years, some models have featured details that further appeal to collectors. For example, the Tank Divan is notable for its striking rectangular case that is situated horizontally. The Roman numerals on its watch face are elongated, stretching to fit its unusual proportions. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Cartier Tank watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023What a Cartier bracelet symbolizes varies from piece to piece. With its screw motif, the Love bracelet represents the enduring nature of true love, while the three types of gold featured in the Trinity bracelet stand for love, fidelity and friendship. Translating to "just a nail" in English, the Juste un Clou bracelet is sometimes associated with simplicity and modernity. Find a large collection of Cartier bracelets on 1stDibs.
- 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.