Cartier Santos 100 – Ref. 2878 – Stainless Steel – Automatic – 2006
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier Santos 100 – Ref. 2878 – Stainless Steel – Automatic – 2006 For admirers of big bold case designs, this Cartier Santos 100 Ref. 2878 Automatic Watch is presented in very good...
Cartier Santos 100 Stainless Steel Iced Out Watch W20073X8
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 Stainless Steel Iced Out Watch W20073X8.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Stainless Steel Watch Customized Genuine Diamonds W20073x8
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 Stainless Steel Watch Customized with Genuine Diamonds W20073X8.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Jumbo 18K and Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Cartier Santos 100, Reference 2656 Wrist Watch, 36 X 39 M.M.
18k Gold, Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Large Automatic Two Tone Diamond Watch W200728G
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 Large Automatic Two Tone Diamond Watch W200728G 18kt yellow gold and stainless steel case with a stainless steel bracelet with 18kt yellow gold screws.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 XL Triple Dial Limited Edition Eagle WM505025 3229A
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A Limited Edition Cartier Santos 100 XL Triple Dial reference WM505025 3229A, one of only 50 examples produced, showcasing one of the most extraordinary dial configurations ever prod...
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier 18K White Gold Santos 100 Unisex White Gold Diamond Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
It's a unisex piece and is more than just a timepiece its a piece of jewelry. Manufacturer: Cartier Series: Santos Size: Unisex Case Material: 18kt White Gold Dial Color: Grey Mothe...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Santos 100 Stainless Steel & White Rubber Watch Rose Gold Diamond Bezel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 Staniless Steel 33mm Diamond Watch White Rubber Strap Rose Gold Bezel #2878 This watch comes with a LIFETIME diamond replacement warranty.
Diamond, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Rose Gold 33mm Custom Diamond Watch Brown Leather Strap #2879
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 Rose Gold 33mm Custom Diamond Watch Brown Leather Strap #2879 This watch comes with a LIFETIME diamond replacement warranty.
Diamond, Rose Gold
Unavailable
Cartier Ring Santos 100, Acer
By Cartier
Located in Shaker Heights, OH
Inspired by the Santos 100 watch collection created to honor the early pioneer Brazilian aviator Santos Dumont.
Cartier Santos 100 Palladium Men's Watch Manual W2020018
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Band Color: Black Gender: Men's Case Size: 44-47.5mm MPN: Does Not Apply Lug Width: 24mm Features: 12-Hour Dial, No Hour Marks, Sapphire Crystal, Skeleton Watch, Sw...
Palladium
Cartier Santos 100 Stainless Steel Men's Watch Automatic 2656
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Band Color: Black Gender: Men's Case Size: 36-39.5mm MPN: Does Not Apply Lug Width: 23mm Features: 12-Hour Dial, Roman Numerals, Sapphire Crystal, Swiss Made, Swiss...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Medium Silver Roman Dial Steel Women's Watch WM501751
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 Stainless Steel Watch, Ref. W20073X8.
Cartier Santos 100 Large "100th Anniversary", Black Dial, Rose Gold Bezel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 Movement Type: Automatic Movement/Caliber: Calibre 049 Power Reserve: 42 h Number of Jewels: 21 Frequency: 28,800 vph Case-Material: Black Steel / Rose Gold Case...
Cartier Santos 100 18 Karat Rose Gold Women's Watch Automatic W20108Y1
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Band Color: Brown Gender: Women's Case Size: 32-35.5mm MPN: Does Not Apply Lug Width: 20mm Features: 12-Hour Dial, Gold Bezel, Roman Numerals, Sapphire Crystal, Swi...
18k Gold
Cartier Santos 100 18 Karat Yellow Gold Automatic Men's Watch 2857
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Band Color: Green Gender: Men's Case Size: 36-39.5mm MPN: Does Not Apply Lug Width: 22mm Features: 12-Hour Dial, Diamond Bezel, Diamond Case, Roman Numerals, Sapphi...
18k Gold
Cartier Santos 100 18k Rose Gold Diamond Bezel Automatic Ladies Watch WM50450M
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Band Color: Silver Gender: Women's Case Size: 32-35.5mm MPN: Does Not Apply Lug Width: 20mm Features: 12-Hour Dial, Diamond Bezel, Gold Bezel, Roman Numerals, Sapph...
Men's Stainless Steel Cartier Santos Roadster with a Black Leather Strap
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 Mens stainless steel watch with a black leather strap. 35.6 mm case with synthetic sapphire crystal.
Stainless Steel
Custom Iced Out VS1 Emerald Cut Diamonds Cartier Santos Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
100% Authentic Cartier Santos Iced out completely with collection quality vs white natural round and emerald cut diamonds !!
Diamond, Emerald
Cartier Santos Iced Out VVS Emerald Cut Diamond Roman Numeral Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand New!! 100% Authentic Cartier Santos Iced out completely with collection quality vs2-si1 white natural round and emerald cut diamonds 26 carats in collection quality diamonds ...
Diamond
Custom Ladies Cartier Santos Iced Out Two Tone Rose Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Cartier Santos 100 Two Tone rose gold/ss !! WE HAVE EXTRA LINKS AVAILABLE!!
Rose Gold
Cartier Santos Custom Iced Out VVS Emerald Cut Diamond Roman Numeral Watch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand New!! 100% Authentic Cartier Santos Iced out completely with collection quality vs2-si1 white natural round and emerald cut diamonds 26 carats in collection quality diamonds ...
Diamond, Emerald
Cartier Santos 100 Watches
By Cartier
Located in Vannes, FR
Cartier Santos 100 Watch Discover this stunning Cartier Santos 100, an iconic model from the house of Cartier, dating back to 2006.
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Watches
By Cartier
Located in Vannes, FR
Cartier Santos 100 Watch Discover this stunning Cartier Santos 100, an iconic model from the house of Cartier, dating back to 2006.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Vaughan, CA
This pre-owned Cartier Santos in stainless steel features silver opaline dial with Roman numerals and date at 6 o’clock. Crafted with Cartier stainless steel bracelet and has a dep...
Steel
Cartier Santos 100 WSSA0006 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A mens large Santos 100 Carbon wristwatch by Cartier. Featuring a black dial with roman numerals, a hidden Cartier signature at VII and a steel bezel as well as a crown set with a ca...
Other
Cartier Santos 100 XL 2656
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An XL Santos wristwatch crafted in stainless steel. Featuring a silvered opaline dial with roman numerals and Cartier's own hidden signature at 'VII'. Complimenting the dial is a sta...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 XL 2656
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 38mm Santos XL wristwatch crafted in yellow gold & stainless steel. Featuring a silver dial with roman numerals and Cartier's own hidden signature at 'VII'. Complimenting the dial ...
Gold, Yellow Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Stainless Steel Santos 100
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes, seconds, date Case: 41mm stainless steel rectangle case, push-pull crown, sapphire crystal, Dial: silver roman dial, steel sword sweepi...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Stainless Steel Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos 100 Stainless Steel Bracelet - Pre-owned Cartier Santos 100 Bracelet with deployant clasp.
Cartier Stainless Steel Santos 100 Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier stainless steel Santos 100 automatic wristwatch, Ref. 2656, circa 2000s.
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Yellow Gold 2880
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 33mm Cartier Santos 100 wristwatch in yellow gold. Featuring a silver dial with roman numerals, blue steeled sword-shaped hands and Cartiers own hidden signature at 'VII'.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos 100 XL Chronograph 2740
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stainless steel Santos 100 XL wristwatch. Features a silver dial with roman numerals, a date aperture, three chronograph counters and a stainless bezel set with the 8-screw design.
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Stainless Steel 2878
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Reference: W5299 Manufacturer: Cartier Model: Santos 100 Model Reference: 2878 Age: Circa 2000's Gender: Women's Box and Papers: Xupes Presentation Box DIALWhite Roman Glass: Sapphir...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 XL Watch 2656
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
The Cartier Santos 100 XL Watch, reference number 2656, is bold, colorful, and impossible to ignore.
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 XL 2656 W20072X7
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A 38mm Santos XL wristwatch crafted in yellow gold & stainless steel. Featuring a silver dial with roman numerals and Cartier's own hidden signature at 'VII'. Complimenting the dial ...
Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Stainless steel Santos 100 Automatic Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos 100 Steel Automatic Men's Watch W20073X8 - Automatic winding.
Cartier Santos-100 W20073X8 / 2656 Mens Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Santos-100 W20073X8 Mens Watch. 38mm stainless steel case with stainless steel fixed bezel.
Cartier Stainless Steel Santos 100 XL Chronograph
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes, seconds, date, chronograph Case: 42mm stainless steel rectangular case, push pull crown, sapphire crystal, smooth bezel Dial: white rom...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 dlc Unisex W2020007 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W3105 Model No: W2020007 Serial No: 178***** Condition: 8 - Good condition Gender: Unisex Age: 3rd July 2011 Case Diameter: 37 mm Box and Papers: Box, Manuals and Guarantee Move...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Ceramic Unisex 2878, 2011
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Ref: W3240 Model: 2878 Condition: 9 - Excellent Condition Age: 15th December 2011 Case Diameter: 33 mm Case Size: 33mm by 44mm Box and Papers: Box, Manuals and Guarantee Movement: Au...
Cartier Santos 100 Steel Automatic Men's Watch W20098D6
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos 100 Steel Automatic Men's Watch W20098D6 - Automatic winding.
Cartier Santos 100 Steel Automatic Men's Watch W20098D6
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos 100 Steel Automatic Men's Watch W20098D6 - Automatic winding.
Cartier Titanium and Rose Gold Santos 100 Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos 100 extra large titanium and 18k rose gold chronograph wristwatch, Ref.
Cartier Stainless Steel Santos 100 Medium Automatic Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this Cartier Santos 100 Medium 44mm Leather Bracelet Wrist Watch.
Steel
Cartier Santos 100 XL Chronograph 2740 Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 2740 Model: Santos XL 100 Case: Stainless Steel Band: Black Leather Band Bezel: Stainless Steel Dial: Silver Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 41mm x 55mm Includes: -...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 ladies W20122U2 or 2878 watch
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
REF W3125 MODEL NUMBER W20122U2 or 2878 SERIAL NUMBER 195***** CONDITION 9 - Excellent condition GENDER Ladies AGE 2010's CASE DIAMETER 33 mm CASE SIZE 33mm by 44mm BOX &...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Ladies Stainless Steel Santos 100 Automatic Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
REF W3125 MODEL NUMBER W20122U2 or 2878 SERIAL NUMBER 195***** CONDITION 9 - Excellent condition GENDER Ladies AGE 2010's CASE DIAMETER 33 mm CASE SIZE 33mm by 44mm BOX & PAP...
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 W20106X8 Unisex Watch in Stainless Steel
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 W20106X8 Unisex Watch in Stainless Steel
Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 XL Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch Model 2740
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos 100 XL Chronograph Men's Watch 2740 - Automatic winding chronograph with date.
Stainless Steel
CARTIER Stainless Steel Santos 100 Chronograph Wristwatch circa 2000s
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Stainless steel Cartier Santos 100 three-register chronograph wristwatch, automatic movement, calendar, silvered dial, sapphire crystal, leather strap with steel deployment buckle.
Stainless Steel
Cartier Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Santos 100 Automatic Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos 100 Two-tone Men's Watch - Automatic.
Cartier Stainless Steel Rubber Santos 100 Self-Winding Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Cartier Santos 100 crafted in stainless and rubber.
Stainless Steel
Cartier Palladium Santos 100 Skeleton XL Manual winding Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos 100 Skeleton XL Men's Watch - Manual winding; Sapphire crystal.
Cartier rose gold Santos 100 Black Dial Automatic Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Aspen, CO
Cartier man's Santos 100 with 18K rose gold head (38 by 51 mm. lug end to lug end).
CARTIER stainless steel & 18k Rose Gold SANTOS 100 Watch
By Cartier
Located in Zürich, CH
Cartier 'Santos 100' watch in stainless steel with 18ct rose gold detail and white dial.
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos-100 XL W200728G Two Tones Mens Watch
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck, NY
Cartier Santos-100 W200728G Mens Watch. 38mm stainless steel case with 18K yellow gold fixed bezel.
Cartier Titanium Stainless Steel Santos 100 Chronograph Automatic Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Movement: automatic Function: hours, minutes, stop seconds, sub seconds, date, chronograph Case: titanium satin polished coated with ADLC 41mm x 40mm square case, fixed bezel, sapphi...
Stainless Steel, Titanium
Cartier Santos 100 Carbon Automatic Large Model Watch WSSA0006
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301183 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2016 Model WSSA0006 Serial Number 37********** Metal Stainless steel, Calfskin Length Approximately 51.1 mm Width Approximately 41.3 mm Condit...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Cartier Santos 100 Ref 2656 Wristwatch, XL Version, Stainless Steel.
By Cartier
Located in Canterbury, England
Our Cartier Santos 100 reference 2656 is the XL version featuring a 38mm x 51mm stainless steel case with stainless steel bracelet.
Cartier Santos 100 W20071Y1 Men's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Santos 100 W20071Y1 Men's Watch in 18kt Yellow Gold SKU: 135463 PRIMARY DETAILS Brand: Cartier Model: Santos 100 Country of Origin: Switzerland Movement Type: Mechanical: A...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos XL 100 Steel Automatic Men's Watch W20073X8 2656
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos XL 100 Steel Automatic Men's Watch W20073X8 2656 - Automatic winding.
Cartier Santos 100 XL Chronograph Stainless Steel Men's Watch 2740
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos 100 XL Chronograph Stainless Steel Men's Watch 2740 - Automatic winding chronograph with date.
Cartier Santos 100 XL Chronograph Two Tone Men's Watch 2740
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Santos 100 XL Chronograph Two Tone Men's Watch 2740 - Automatic winding chronograph with date.
Cartier Stainless steel Santos 100 XL Diamond Bezel Automatic Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Model: Santos 100 XL Case Material: Stainless steel Case Diameter: 42mm Bezel: Diamond bezel (Aftermarket) Dial: White chronograph dial.
White Diamond, Stainless Steel
Cartier Stainless Steel Santos 100 XL Chronograph Dial Automatic Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Model: Santos 100 XL Case Material: Stainless steel Case Diameter: 42mm Bezel: Stainless steel Dial: White chronograph dial Bracelet: Back leather Size: Will fi...
Stainless Steel
Cartier 1895 1.03 Carats Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous engagement ring by Cartier from the 1895 collection, showcasing a 1.03 carats radiant cut diamond certified by GIA as G color and VVS1 clarity. Accented by a diamond encru...
Diamond, Platinum
Hermès Constance Mini 18 Bleu Roy Ostrich Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Constance Mini 18 in bleu roy and ostrich leather with gold hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set with the original receipt. Stamp Y (2020)
Patek Philippe Fine Yellow Gold Perpetual Calendar Chronograph with Moon Phases
By Patek Philippe
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A PATEK PHILIPPE FINE YELLOW GOLD PERPETUAL CALENDAR CHRONOGRAPH WRISTWATCH WITH MOON PHASES AND REGISTERS REF 3970E circa 1991 Manual winding nickel lever movement, 24 jewels _ sil...
Yellow Gold
GIA Oval Cut Diamonds Straight Line Bracelet
Located in Wailea, HI
Indulge in luxury with our exquisite platinum bracelet featuring 35 dazzling oval-cut diamonds totaling 24.80 carats. Each diamond is expertly set in a straight line with a secure 4-...
Diamond, Platinum
Hermes Kelly Sellier 28 Black Box Leather Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly Sellier 28 bag featured in rare Black Box leather. Considered to be of the most collectible hertiage leathers from Hermes, this timeless beauty exu...
Italian Retro 18k Gold Wide Bracelet Weight 79gr. Circa 1960
Located in Firenze, IT
The 18k rose gold textured mesh links measuring approximately 3.5cm in width, completed by a hidden tongue-and-groove clasp the bracelet is 18cm. Gross weight: 79 grams.
18k Gold, Rose Gold
$28,999
H 1.11 in W 0.32 in Dm 1.11 in
Cartier Tank Francaise 18K White Gold Diamond Silver Dial Unisex Watch WE1003SF
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Excellent condition. Case size: 28mm x 32mm. Comes with the original box but no papers. Cartier Tank Française (Model WE1003SF) - Organized Specifications General Informa...
White Gold
$15,810
H 1.42 in W 0.4 in Dm 1.42 in
NEW Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel 18k White Gold Blue Dial Fluted Watch 126234
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Brand new. Comes with box and paper full set.
Steel
Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 34.00 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Please inquire for more images, certificates, and details. Zoom meetings...
Yellow Diamond
18 Kt Collectors Rolex President Wood Dial, Ref 18038 from 1978
By Rolex
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 Kt Collectors Rolex President Wood Dial, Ref 18038 Gender: Mens Brand: Rolex Type: Wristwatches Reference: 18038 Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland Style: Luxury Casual M...
18k Gold
Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold with Pave Diamonds – Size 19
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love Bracelet 18K White Gold with Pave Diamonds – Size 19, Service receipt Included. This authentic pre-owned Cartier Love bracelet is crafted in 18K white gold and set with...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Santos Octagon 2966 White Roman Dial Watch in Steel & 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Here's a vintage Cartier Santos Octagon reference 2966 automatic two tone with a white Roman numeral dial on a steel and gold bracelet from the 1980s. Keeps great time and is fully f...
Yellow Gold, Steel, 18k Gold
Hermes Kelly 35 Malachite Shiny Crocodile Porosus Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the epitome of luxury and sophistication, the Hermes Kelly 35 Malachite Shiny Crocodile Porosus Gold Hardware handbag. Crafted in 2018, this iconic handbag is a testament...
8.22 Carat cushion Sapphire & Halo Diamonds studded Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An extraordinary and remarkable Sapphire Ring that we're sure you won't come across this easily. This beauty has a massive 8.22 Carat Sapphire!! The Sapphire centerpiece originates f...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rolex Datejust Steel Custom Diamond Pink MOP Dial Ladies Automatic Watch 69174
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned. Custom Diamond Bezel and Pink Mother of Pearl dial.
Steel
$12,020
H 1.42 in W 0.48 in Dm 1.42 in
Rolex Datejust 36mm Steel 18K Yellow Gold Custom Diamond Red Dial Watch 16013
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Pre-owned good condition. Custom red dial and bezel. The watch is fully serviced and tested for water resistance, movement calibration, and time accuracy. Comes without a box and pap...
Yellow Gold, Steel
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.
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.
Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.
Style, craft and heritage combine to make these designs undeniable classics.
Watchmakers have tucked their movements into all manner of precious baubles, from lapel pins to cocktail rings. The result is dazzling, wearable art that will get you to the party on time.
These companies have stood the test of time, making exceptional pieces for generations.
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