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Cartier Santos Small

Cartier Steel Santos Galbee Small Size Quartz Ref. 1565
Cartier Steel Santos Galbee Small Size Quartz Ref. 1565

Cartier Steel Santos Galbee Small Size Quartz Ref. 1565

By Cartier

Located in Central & Western District, HK

Brand: Cartier Model: Santos Galbée 1565 Year: 2000’s Serial Number: CCXXXXXX Reference: C0_ Case: Small 23mm Stainless Steel Case; Show sign of wear with slight polish from previou...

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Early 2000s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos De Cartier Geometric Chain Necklace Small Model 18K Rose Gold
Cartier Santos De Cartier Geometric Chain Necklace Small Model 18K Rose Gold

Cartier Santos De Cartier Geometric Chain Necklace Small Model 18K Rose Gold

By Cartier

Located in Aventura, FL

Chains with delicate links and a geometric motif in the grand tradition of Cartier style. Details: Brand: Cartier Model: Santos De Cartier  Type: Necklace Type: Small Model Chain Le...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Santos Galbee Silver Dial Small Steel Ladies Watch W20056D6/1565
Cartier Santos Galbee Silver Dial Small Steel Ladies Watch W20056D6/1565

Cartier Santos Galbee Silver Dial Small Steel Ladies Watch W20056D6/1565

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Elevate your wrist game with this stunning Cartier Santos Galbee Women's Wristwatch. Perfect for any occasion, this wristwatch is a must-have for those who appreciate timeless style ...

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2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch
Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch

Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch - Automatic.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch 2423
Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch 2423

Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch 2423

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch 2423 - Automatic.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch 1565
Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch 1565

Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch 1565

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch 1565 - Quartz.

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos-Dumont Watch Small Model W2SA0012
Cartier Santos-Dumont Watch Small Model W2SA0012

Cartier Santos-Dumont Watch Small Model W2SA0012

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H 1.38 in W 1.09 in Dm 0.29 in

Cartier Santos-Dumont Watch Small Model W2SA0012

By Cartier

Located in Banbury, GB

SKU AT-1816 Brand Cartier Model No. W2SA0012 Retail Price £5,400 incl. VAT / $5,600 / €6 100 incl. VAT ____________________________________ Date Circa 2019 Gender Unisex / Women Box/...

Category

2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch 2423 W20044D6
Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch 2423 W20044D6

Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch 2423 W20044D6

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch 2423 W20044D6 - Automatic.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos De Cartier 18K White Gold Necklace Small Model
Cartier Santos De Cartier 18K White Gold Necklace Small Model

Cartier Santos De Cartier 18K White Gold Necklace Small Model

By Cartier

Located in Banbury, GB

SKU 33301131 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2019 RRP £4,450 Incl. Taxes / €5,050 Incl. Taxes / $4,650 Excl. Taxes Model B7224583 Serial Number GQ**** Metal 18k White Gold Weig...

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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Santos Dumont Small 18k Rose Gold Unisex Watch WGSA0022
Cartier Santos Dumont Small 18k Rose Gold Unisex Watch WGSA0022

Cartier Santos Dumont Small 18k Rose Gold Unisex Watch WGSA0022

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned Like New. Unworn band. The original box is included. No papers. * Free Shipping within the USA * Two-year warranty coverage * 14-day return policy with a full refund. Buye...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Santos Dumont Small 18K Rose Gold Silver Dial Unisex Watch WGSA0022
Cartier Santos Dumont Small 18K Rose Gold Silver Dial Unisex Watch WGSA0022

Cartier Santos Dumont Small 18K Rose Gold Silver Dial Unisex Watch WGSA0022

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. Excellent condition. Unworn band. Comes with an original box but no papers. Brand and Model Details Brand: Cartier Model: Cartier Santos Dumont Model Number: WGSA0022 Dep...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Santos Dumont Small 18k Rose Gold Silver Dial Womens Watch W2009251
Cartier Santos Dumont Small 18k Rose Gold Silver Dial Womens Watch W2009251

Cartier Santos Dumont Small 18k Rose Gold Silver Dial Womens Watch W2009251

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Pre-owned. Minor scratches and visible dings on the case edges. Comes with an original box and manuals. Papers are not included. * Free Domestic Shipping * Two-year warranty * 14-day...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Santos de Cartier Galbée W20008C4 Moonphase Quartz Watch
Cartier Santos de Cartier Galbée W20008C4 Moonphase Quartz Watch

Cartier Santos de Cartier Galbée W20008C4 Moonphase Quartz Watch

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Cartier Santos Galbée W20008C4 small model, 24mm, featuring a two-tone stainless steel and 18k yellow gold case and bracelet, ivory dial with Roman numerals, blued steel hands, and a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Santos De Cartier Small Linked Necklace
Santos De Cartier Small Linked Necklace

Santos De Cartier Small Linked Necklace

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

It is plain gold and is 16 inches in length, which is the small size with Cartier. Designer: Cartier Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1990s, Modern, Pre-owned

Category

1990s Unknown Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch
Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch

Cartier Santos Galbee Small Ladies Watch

By Cartier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Brand: Cartier Model: Santos Galbee Case Material: Stainless steel Case Diameter: 24mm Crystal: Sapphire crystal Bezel: Smooth 18k yellow gold bezel with stainless steel Cartier scre...

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Stainless Steel Santos Demoiselle Small Wristwatch
Cartier Stainless Steel Santos Demoiselle Small Wristwatch

Cartier Stainless Steel Santos Demoiselle Small Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Stamford, CT

Small size Cartier vintage Demoiselle stainless steel wristwatch with quartz movement Length: 28.35mm Width: 20.30mm Band width at case: 12mm Case thickness: 5.59mm Band: Stainless...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Mini "Santos" Small Manual Black Leather Yellow Gold Wristwatch
Cartier Mini "Santos" Small Manual Black Leather Yellow Gold Wristwatch

Cartier Mini "Santos" Small Manual Black Leather Yellow Gold Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

Cartier Mini Santos Manual Winding wrist watch. The dial is white with black Roman numerals. The square case is made in 18k Yellow Gold and the beaded crown is set with a synthetic f...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Santos Demoiselle Small Ladies 2-Tone Steel Gold Watch W25066Z6
Cartier Santos Demoiselle Small Ladies 2-Tone Steel Gold Watch W25066Z6

Cartier Santos Demoiselle Small Ladies 2-Tone Steel Gold Watch W25066Z6

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Quartz. Stainless steel case (20mm x 30mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals. Stainless steel and 18k yellow gold bracelet (will fit apx. 6-1/4-inch wrist). Pre-owned wit...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Cartier Stainless Steel Santos 100 Small Wristwatch
Cartier Stainless Steel Santos 100 Small Wristwatch

Cartier Stainless Steel Santos 100 Small Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Cartier Santos 100 small wristwatch with automatic movement, Cartier strap and deployant clasp.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

CARTIER Rose Gold Santos 100 Small Automatic Wristwatch W20108Y1
CARTIER Rose Gold Santos 100 Small Automatic Wristwatch W20108Y1

CARTIER Rose Gold Santos 100 Small Automatic Wristwatch W20108Y1

By Cartier

Located in Miami Beach, FL

This is a beautiful Cartier Santos 100 in 18k rose gold on a leather strap with a rose gold deployant clasp. The movement is automatic. This comes complete with box and papers.

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Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Stainless Steel Small Santos 100 deployant clasp automatic wristwatch
Cartier Stainless Steel Small Santos 100 deployant clasp automatic wristwatch

Cartier Stainless Steel Small Santos 100 deployant clasp automatic wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Cartier Santos 100 small wristwatch with automatic movement, Cartier strap and deployant clasp.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Small Cartier Santos Demoiselle Diamond Ladies Watch MG297966
Small Cartier Santos Demoiselle Diamond Ladies Watch MG297966

Small Cartier Santos Demoiselle Diamond Ladies Watch MG297966

By Cartier

Located in US

Small Cartier Santos Demoiselle Diamond Ladies Watch MG297966 with aftermarket Diamonds added by a jeweler Diamonds are not Cartier diamonds 18kt white gold case (28mm length, ...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Santos-Dumont Quartz Movement Small Model Steel Men's Watch WSSA0023
Cartier Santos-Dumont Quartz Movement Small Model Steel Men's Watch WSSA0023

Cartier Santos-Dumont Quartz Movement Small Model Steel Men's Watch WSSA0023

By Cartier

Located in Wilmington, DE

Small model, quartz movement, steel, leather Santos-Dumont watch, small model, high autonomy quartz movement (~ 6 years). Steel case, beaded crown set with a blue synthetic cabochon-...

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2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

Cartier White Gold Santos Dumont Wristwatch Ref W2009451
Cartier White Gold Santos Dumont Wristwatch Ref W2009451

Cartier White Gold Santos Dumont Wristwatch Ref W2009451

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Small (30mm) Cartier Santos Dumont in 18k White Gold On Strap, Ref W2009451, Retails $13,600.

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Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Certified Grade Rating 95, Condition Mint
Certified Grade Rating 95, Condition Mint

Certified Grade Rating 95, Condition Mint

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Cartier Santos Dumont Reference #:WH100251. This is the Cartier Santos Dumont Small Watch.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Santos Demoiselle Purple Dial Small Ladies Watch W2510002
Cartier Santos Demoiselle Purple Dial Small Ladies Watch W2510002

Cartier Santos Demoiselle Purple Dial Small Ladies Watch W2510002

By Cartier

Located in Atlanta, GA

Cartier Santos Demoiselle Purple Dial Small Ladies Watch W2510002.

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Octagon 0907 Godron Small SM PM Octogonale 18k Gold and Stainless
Cartier Santos Octagon 0907 Godron Small SM PM Octogonale 18k Gold and Stainless

Cartier Santos Octagon 0907 Godron Small SM PM Octogonale 18k Gold and Stainless

By Cartier

Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF

Make the perfect gift with this marvelous Santos de Cartier MODEL : Cartier Santos Octagon 0907 18k Gold & Stainless Steel PM / SM - Petit Modèle / Small model MATERIAL : Case : 18...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Cartier Santos Round Octagon Burgundy 0906 Small PM SM Octogonale Red Steel 1980
Cartier Santos Round Octagon Burgundy 0906 Small PM SM Octogonale Red Steel 1980

Cartier Santos Round Octagon Burgundy 0906 Small PM SM Octogonale Red Steel 1980

By Cartier

Located in Neuilly-sur-Seine, IDF

Make the perfect gift with this marvelous Santos de Cartier MODEL : Santos Round Octagon Stainless Steel PM / SM - Petit Modèle / Small model Reference : 0906 The serial numbers are...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Spinel, Steel

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By Rolex

Located in New York, NY

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Located in New York, NY

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By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

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By Cartier

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By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

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Cartier Santos Small For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate cartier santos small for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Stainless Steel, Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 10 vintage or 7 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect cartier santos small may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A cartier santos small can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 1 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a cartier santos small, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Cartier Santos Small?

Prices for a cartier santos small can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,949 and can go as high as $4,950, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,123.

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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.

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Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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