Cartier

Information about French jewellers Cartier

Cartier was founded in Paris in France in 1847 by Louis-Francois Cartier. His jewellery and watches are well known for their exquisite and unique style with a long history of sales to royalty and also celebrities. It is still popular today with more than 200 stores in 125 countries.

It is difficult to identify early Cartier items as they are not usually marked, although some that are marked from this time will be stamped with Cartier's first stamp, which depicts an ace of hearts. Those early pieces that are marked tend to be impressive pieces that were exhibited at world fairs.

The firm of Cartier had achieved its reputation as King of Jewellery by 1902 after just two generations of being in business.

Cartier is well-known for their wrist watch models including Santos and Tank. Santos, the first Cartier wristwatch, was released in 1904 and was followed by jewellery watches in 1906.

Most contemporary Cartier watches and jewellery are based upon the distinctive designs of the company's founder Louis-Francois Cartier. The mix of platinum, quartz and rectangular diamonds became the significant symbol of the "White Era".

Cartier's "Love" bracelet series, symbolizing faithful love and belief. For decades, the enchantment of the "Love" bracelet brought people into ecstasy of it's inventive creativity. Beginning with it's oval design, "Love" was like a "shackle", represented specificity and deep love of each other. Many stars, such as Elizabeth Taylor and Sophia Loren, wore "Love" bracelets.

Cartier Related Lots

	Lot FS36/164: Cartier. A Gentleman's Stainless Steel 'Cartier Santos' Quartz Wristwatch Cartier. A gentleman's stainless steel 'Cartier Santos' quartz wristwatch the square dial 18mm wide with Roman numerals, centre seconds hand and date aperture in stainless steel case numbered '1564 / 592917' together with certificate of guarantee dated 16/12/98, fitted case and booklets. Estimate: £600 - £800 Realised: £1,200
	Lot FS30/132: Cartier. A 9ct Gold Rectangular Compact Cartier. A 9ct gold rectangular compact with diamond-set initial and clasp with integral mirror 79mm x 57mm, 140gms gross weight, with maroon leather pouch. Estimate: £900 - £1,300 Realised: £1,100
	Lot FS24/112: Cartier. A Lady's 'Must de Cartier' Tank Silver-gilt Wristwatch Cartier. A lady's 'Must de Cartier' tank silver-gilt wristwatch the rectangular cream dial with Roman numerals and on leather strap with associated pamphlets. Estimate: £200 - £300 Realised: £700
	Lot FS24/125: Cartier. A Pair of 'Must de Cartier' 'Aviator' Sunglasses Cartier. A pair of 'Must de Cartier' 'Aviator' sunglasses in fitted case. Estimate: £240 - £280 Realised: £230
	Lot FS24/194: Cartier. A Platinum and Diamond Single Stone Ring Cartier. A platinum and diamond single stone ring, the circular, brilliant-cut diamond stated to weigh 1.88cts, colour grade 'E' and clarity grade 'VS1', in four claw setting, the shank stamped 'Cartier PT950', ring size 'R', together with fitted case and box and 'Cartier certificate' stating serial number 'UW6939', dated '12th October 2012'. Together with a certificate from the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) numbered '5141174632', dated 'January 10, 2012' stating that the diamond weighs 1.88cts, colour grade 'E' and clarity grade 'VS1'. Please refer to department regarding estimate. Realised: £14,000
	Lot FS22/233: Cartier. An 18ct Gold, Agate, Emerald and Coral Mounted 'Novelty Duck' Brooch Cartier. An 18ct gold, agate, emerald and coral mounted 'novelty duck' brooch, the duck wearing Indian headdress and carrying an axe with agate body, circular emerald eye and coral feet, 51mm long overall, inscribed 'Cartier France 18kts', import hallmarks for London 1952, inscribed number worn, in fitted gilt tooled red leather case stamped 'Cartier'. Estimate: £1,500 - £1,800 Realised: £17,000
	Lot FS22/219: Cartier. A Turquoise and Diamond Spray Brooch Cartier. A turquoise and diamond spray brooch with four graduated oval turquoise and graduated brilliant-cut diamonds estimated to weigh a total of 1 0cts, inscribed 'Cartier' with worn number, possibly 'K3957' and 'white gold'. Estimate: £600 - £800 Realised: £620
	Lot FS20/272: Cartier. A Three-colour Trinity Hoop Ring Cartier. A three-colour trinity hoop ring with French control marks, inscribed 'Cartier Paris', ring size 'L', gross weight, 115gms. Estimate: £400 - £500 Realised: £480
	Lot FS19/134: Cartier. A 'Les Must de Cartier' Gold Plated Ball-point Pen Cartier. A 'les must de Cartier' gold plated ball-point pen in case. Estimate: £80 - £120 Realised: £70
	Lot FS18/155: Cartier. An 18ct Gold Slim Open-face Dress Pocket Watch Cartier. An 18ct gold slim open-face dress pocket watch, the circular white enamel dial with Roman numerals in an 18ct gold case with inscription 'G L.Stevens, 6 September 1986' with attached 18ct gold and platinum link watch chain. Estimate: £1,000 - £1,500 Realised: £2,300

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