
The Cartier brand had humble beginnings when it was established in 1847 by Louis-Francois Cartier in Paris, France. Louis-Francois had taken over the business from the jeweler Adolphe Picard, who assisted in moving the premises to a more prime location which was to serve Cartier well in the coming years. Cartier set up shop in the area immediately surrounding the Palais-Royal with the ambitious intention to become jeweler to the French imperial family. After gaining an aristocratic clientele composed of counts and international princes, Cartier’s ambition was realized and he received his first order from the Empress Eugenie in 1859. Cartier again upgraded his premises in Paris and continued as a purveyor of luxury items to the imperial family and other members of the international elite. The business was run as a family trade, with Louis-Francois’ son Alfred also working in the company. The brand was not confined merely to the crafting of bijouterie and haute joaillerie, however, the firm produced objets d’art, elaborate clocks and silver sets.
Upon the death of Louis-Francois, the firm was taken over by Alfred. Where the business might have faltered amidst the climate of economic instability and the fierce competition from other jewelers (including Boucheron), Alfred held on to his father’s legacy and expanded the firms recognition further. The latter half of the 19th century was marked by a renewal of interest in Neoclassical design and Cartier was instrumental in furthering the style by crafting intricate diadems, necklaces, bracelets and other diamond-set items of fine jewelry.
Cartier jewelry continues to be desired for its sophistication and couture elegance by an exclusive international clientele. Many of the designs have become iconic across the world including the Love collection and Panther motif as well as the instantly recognizable watches such as the Santos, Tank, and Ballon Bleu.
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Cartier Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Earrings in 18K$6,550
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Cartier 'Double C' Black Ceramic and Diamond Earrings in 18K$9,250
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Cartier Diamond 'Trinity de Cartier' Ring in 18K$6,950
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Cartier Gemstone Flower Brooch in 18K$3,850
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Cartier Mid-Century Sapphire Earrings and Brooch in 18K$12,500
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Cartier Double C Heart Ring with Diamonds in 18K$2,250
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Cartier 'Trinity de Cartier' Rolling Ring in 18K White Gold$995
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Cartier 0.20 Carat Diamond Solitaire 1895 Ring in Platinum$2,450
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Cartier 0.23 Carat Diamond Solitaire 1895 Ring in Platinum$2,450
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Cartier Retro Flower Brooch in 18K$3,750
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Cartier Mid-Century Gold Compact Box in 14K$7,600
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Cartier Aldo Cipullo Door Knocker Earrings in 18K$9,650
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Cartier Aldo Cipullo Jade and Onyx Earrings in 18K$8,250
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Cartier Aldo Cipullo Carnelian and Onyx Earrings in 18K$8,250
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Cartier Aldo Cipullo Lapis and Coral Earrings in 18K$8,450
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Cartier Aldo Cipullo Sodalite Necklace in 18K$15,000
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Exceptional Cartier Art Deco Writing Journal and Pencil in 18K$9,550
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Cartier 'Tank Américaine' Watch in 18K$9,850
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Cartier Aldo Cipullo Knot Earrings in 18K$5,850
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Cartier Paris Lapis Duck Brooch in 18K$12,500
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Cartier Citrine Ring in 18K White Gold$750
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Cartier Art Deco Tutti Frutti and Diamond Box in 18K$18,500
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Cartier Aldo Cipullo Onyx and Coral Earrings in 18K$8,250
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Cartier Diamond Elephant Brooch in 18K Gold$7,950
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Cartier 'Baiser du Dragon' Necklace in 18K$19,500
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Cartier 'Lanières' Diamond Ring in 18K$1,850
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Cartier Box with Rubies in 18K$9,450
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Cartier Coliseé Ladies Watch in 18K$4,250
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Cartier Aldo Cipullo Tree Brooch in 18K Gold$5,450
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Cartier 'Double C' Earrings in 18K White Gold$3,450
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Cartier Sapphire Cufflinks in 18K$5,450
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Cartier Art Deco Gold and Enamel Powder Compact Box in 18K Gold$11,500
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Cartier Gold Powder Case in 18K Gold$9,950
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Cartier Art Deco Gold Box with Sapphires in 18K Gold$8,950
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Cartier 'Ballon Bleu' Diamond Watch in 18K Gold, 36 mm$28,500
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Cartier Diamond 'Tortue' Watch in 18K White Gold, 34 mm$34,500
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Cartier 'Delice' in 18K Rose Gold, Small Model$13,500
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Cartier 'Trinity De Cartier' Station Necklace in 18K Gold$6,450
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Cartier Diamond Ring, 1.94 carat G/VVS-1, in 18K Gold$34,500
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Cartier 'Colisee' Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold$1,850
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Cartier 'Trinity de Cartier' Seven Bangle Bracelet$6,500
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Cartier 'Trinity de Cartier' Bangle Bracelet, Large Model$11,500
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Cartier Purse in Sterling Silver with 18K Gold Clasp$2,150
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Cartier Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold$3,450
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Cartier Solitaire 'C De Cartier' Diamond Ring, 1.50 carat H/VS1, in Platinum$15,000
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Cartier Cufflinks with Multi-Gemstone Batons in 18K White Gold$4,500
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Cartier Elephant Mother and Child Brooch in 18K Gold$2,900
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Cartier 'Délices de Cartier Diadéa' Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold$15,500
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Cartier "Trinity" Ring in Platinum, Large$1,850
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Cartier Hoop Earrings in 18K Gold$4,450
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Cartier 'Collection Délices de Cartier' Sapphire and Diamond Fan Ring in 18K Gold$18,500
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Cartier Aldo Cipullo Love Pin in 18K Gold$3,750
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Cartier Aldo Cipullo Love Pin in 18K GoldPrice Available Upon Request
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Cartier Art Deco Diamond and Onyx Small Pin in Platinum$2,950
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Cartier 'Love' Jabot Pin in 18K Gold$2,150
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Cartier Money Clip in 18K Gold$1,950
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Cartier Tie Bar in 18K Gold$1,650
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Cartier Sapphire Tie Bar in 18K Gold$1,750
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Cartier Gold Writing Case and Pencil in 14K$4,750
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Movado for Cartier Art Deco 'Ermeto' Clock in 18K Gold$3,850
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Cartier Art Deco Chinoiserie Inspired Black Enamel Fountain Pen in 18K Gold Plate$3,950
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Cartier Paris Box with Sapphire Clasp in 18K$8,450
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Cartier Paris Box with Sapphire Clasp in 18K$13,500
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Cartier Art Deco Enamel Box in 18K and Silver$4,850
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Cartier Fountain Pen in 18K$7,650
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Cartier Paris Compact in 14K$8,250
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Cartier Paris Retro Cigarette Box in 18K Gold$14,500
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Cartier Dual-Time Tonneau Diamond Watch in 18K$28,500
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Cartier 'Double C' Decor Charm Bracelet in 18K$2,250
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Cartier 'Ellipse' Iolite Ring in 18K$3,450
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Cartier 'Louis Cartier' Fountain Pen in Gold Plate$850
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Cartier 'Louis Cartier' Fountain Pen$750
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Cartier 'Must de Cartier' Fountain Pen$200
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Cartier Diamond Line Bracelet in Platinum$29,500
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Cartier Aldo Cipullo Rhodonite Pendant in 18K$4,200
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Cartier Ruby and Diamond Equestrian Brooch in 18K$6,750
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Cartier Mid-Century 'Targeted Love' Brooch in 14K Gold$7,450
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Cartier Panthere Maillon Diamond Earrings in 18K Gold$6,450
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Cartier Trinity Tricolor Multistrand Necklace$6,050
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Cartier Princess-cut Diamond Line Bracelet in Platinum$48,500
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Cartier Large Diamond Hoop Earrings in 18K White Gold$14,500
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Cartier Diamond Ronde Folle Watch in 18K$38,000
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Cartier Diamond Knot Necklace in 18K Gold$24,500
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Cartier Art Deco Diamond Pin in Platinum$2,750
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Cartier Moonstone Tank Ring in 18K$995
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Cartier 'Trinity de Cartier' Earrings in 18K Gold$3,850
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Cartier Aldo Cipullo Crystal and Onyx Earrings in 18K$9,950
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Cartier Diamond 'Chalice' Ring in 18K White Gold$23,500
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Cartier 'Panthère de Cartier' Diamond Ring in 18K Gold$51,500
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Panthère de Cartier Diamond, Onyx and Emerald Necklace in 18K Gold$48,500
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Cartier Art Deco Onyx Desk Clock with DiamondsPrice Available Upon Request
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Cartier Trinity Bangle Bracelet, Medium Model$4,700
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Cartier Aldo Cipullo Love Pin in 18K Gold$3,750
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Cartier Diamond Earrings in 18K$8,250
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Cartier Aldo Cipullo Sapphire Circles Earrings in 18K$17,500
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Cartier Ruby Ring in 18K Gold$3,850
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Cartier 'Baiser du Dragon' Earrings in 18K$13,500
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Cartier Door Knocker Hoop Earrings in 18K Gold$11,500
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Cartier Ruby Cufflinks in 14K Gold$1,550
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Cartier Diamond Heart Earrings in 18K$4,550
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Unusual Cartier Pendant in 18K$2,750
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Cartier 'Cross Decor' Diamond Pendant in 18K$27,500
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Cartier Panthère 'Pelage' Bracelet in 18K Gold$6,050
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Cartier Retro Tubogas Diamond and Sapphire Choker in 18K Gold$12,500
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Emerald-cut Diamond Ring, 10.07 carat, by CartierPrice Available Upon Request
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Cartier 'Pasha de Cartier' Chronograph Automatic Watch in Stainless Steel$2,150
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Cartier 'Constellation' Rolling Ring with Diamonds in 18K$1,650
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Cartier Diamond Trinity Necklace in 18K Gold$6,950
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Cartier Diamond Nesting Ring Set in 18K$2,850