Rating and value of Cartier watches

If you own a Cartier watch, and would like to know its value, our state-approved experts and auctioneers will offer you their appraisal services.

Our specialists will carry out a free appraisal of your work, and will provide you with a precise estimate of its value on the current market.

Then, if you wish to sell your work, we will direct you to the best possible device to obtain the optimum price.

Their value can vary depending on the material : gold jewelry is always highly prized, but original creations set with precious stones or diamonds are all the more prized.

Rating and value of Cartier watches

Cartier watches are highly prized items at auction. They are collected by bidders of all nationalities. Now, prices for these objects can rise considerably under the auctioneer's hammer.

Panthère and Crash watches are particularly prized, by buyers from all over the world. The price at which they sell on the art market ranges from €130 to €1,118,000, at the moment, a substantial gap but one that says a lot about the value that can be attributed to these objects.

In 2021, an exceptional watch, Peau de panthère, in platinum, lacquer, diamonds and onyx sold for €331,000, originally estimated at €20,000 to €30,000. 

Order of value from a simple watch to the most sought-after

Style and technique of Cartier watches

The house of Cartier, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, took its first steps in the field of watchmaking at the beginning of the 20th century, designing watches for those who wished to combine function and elegance.

In 1904, visionary Louis Cartier designed the Santos model for his aviator friend Alberto Santos-Dumont, who was tired of impractical pocket watches in flight. This model, with its visible screws and square case, marked a turning point.

Both audacious and sophisticated, the Santos watch imposed the idea that time could be worn proudly on the wrist, an idea that was revolutionary at the time.

The Tank, designed in 1917, was inspired by the tanks used during the First World War: its strict lines, rectangular dial and balanced proportions make it an instantly recognizable icon.

Over the years, Cartier has continued to reinvent its flagship models while retaining their sleek, timeless design.

Cartier watches are created to last and often feature refined details - gold dials, high-quality leather straps, high-precision mechanisms - that appeal to watch lovers and collectors alike.

Worn by influential personalities, Cartier watches embody both an art of living and discreet luxury, where technical prowess and elegance meet without ever becoming weighed down.

Reasons to sell a Cartier watch at auction

Selling a Cartier watch at auction is above all offering the public an exceptional object, a piece steeped in history and savoir-faire.

Cartier watches, with their iconic designs such as the Santos or the Tank, attract the attention of collectors worldwide. It's the prestige and rarity of these creations that give them a special place on the auction market.

At every auction, bidders seek out the timeless elegance and technical precision embodied in watches from this house founded in 1847, even more so than Rolex, Boucheron or Van Cleef & Arpels.

Often associated with iconic personalities or defining moments, each Cartier watch features a piece of history, enhancing its appeal and value.

Auctions also reach an international audience, ready to invest in these luxury pieces, whose value continues to increase over time.

For sellers, it's an opportunity to highlight an exceptional watchmaking heritage, where every detail, from the dial to the hands, tells of a quest for perfection, while guaranteeing substantial financial results.

The panther watch - haute horlogerie au féminin

The Cartier Tank

The Tank watch, created by Louis Cartier in 1917, embodies the innovative and daring spirit of the House of Cartier.

Inspired by the Renault tanks used at the front during the First World War, this model boasts a rectangular case with strict, clean lines, where one immediately recognizes the sense of geometry so dear to Cartier.

 Upon its launch in 1919, the Tank met with immediate success, seducing lovers of style and modernity.

Quickly adopted by such iconic figures as actress Greta Garbo and writer Truman Capote, it established itself as a symbol of refinement and understated elegance.

Variations of the Tank, whether Tank Française or Tank Américaine, testify to Cartier's ability to adapt this iconic model to the tastes of each era, while retaining its inimitable silhouette.

With its blued hands, dial adorned with Roman numerals and leather or metal bracelet, the Tank transcends fashion and remains, more than a century after its creation, one of the most prized and emblematic watches in haute horlogerie.  

The Cartier Panthère

The Cartier Panthère watch, born in the 1980s, follows in the tradition of the house's emblematic creations, inspired by the panther symbol, dear to Jeanne Toussaint, visionary artistic director since 1933.

Designed for those in search of understated elegance, the Panthère features a supple bracelet of perfectly articulated square links that hugs the wrist like a second skin.

With its sleek design and feline silhouette, it is fast becoming an object of desire for celebrities and luxury lovers alike. Available in gold, steel and sometimes set with diamonds, each version embodies Cartier's signature refinement and timelessness.

La Panthère, a veritable wrist jewel, makes every moment an expression of elegance, blending audacity and sophistication with a rare simplicity, true to the Cartier spirit.

The Cartier Gondole

The Cartier Gondole watch, launched in the 1970s, embodies a subtle elegance and watchmaking expertise that mark Cartier's creative audacity.

Inspired by the soft, rounded lines of Venetian architecture, the Gondole is distinguished by its slightly cushioned case, a silhouette unheard of at the time.

Designed to appeal to lovers of watches with understated elegance, its uncluttered dial combines refined details: Roman numerals, blued hands, and a finely crafted leather strap.

This watch quickly became a symbol of distinction, prized for its timeless allure and sophisticated simplicity.

Designed in precious versions and sometimes set with stones, the Gondole translates Cartier's excellence in the art of sublimating time without ever sacrificing comfort or lightness.

The Cartier crash

The Cartier Crash watch, born in 1967 in London, embodies the rebellious, avant-garde spirit of the House of Cartier.

Inspired by an accident that allegedly deformed the original watch, the Crash adopts an unstructured case with undulating, asymmetrical lines, defying the watchmaking conventions of the time.

This surprising, instantly recognizable model stands out as an iconic and daring timepiece, reserved for lovers of the exceptional and rare.

Derived in limited series, sometimes set with diamonds, the Crash retains Cartier's signature elements: Roman numerals, blued hands and impeccable finishing.

Both jewel and work of art, the Crash transcends fashion and captures attention with its resolutely unique allure, affirming the vision of offbeat, timeless luxury that only Cartier knows how to express.

The Cartier Vendôme

The Cartier Vendôme watch, which appeared in the 1970s, reflects the classic craftsmanship and attention to detail that define Cartier.

Inspired by the famous Place Vendôme, it is distinguished by its elegant round case, a simple shape that embodies the very essence of luxury watchmaking. With its Roman numerals, blued hands and minimalist dial, the Vendôme combines sophistication and sobriety.

The strap, often in leather or gold, hugs the wrist perfectly, adding a touch of understated refinement. The watch quickly became a symbol of distinction, prized for its timeless shape that traverses the ages without losing its brilliance.

Displayed in various precious versions, the Vendôme remains true to the Cartier spirit, an art of elegance that marries tradition and modernity with finesse.

Recognizing an original Cartier watch

The counterfeit market is increasingly strong in manufacturing all kinds of dupes, including luxury timepieces. On online platforms, the resale of these items is steadily increasing, and many customers are being tricked.

This is why, even if techniques exist to recognize a genuine piece of Cartier jewelry, including looking at the signature (which can incidentally be counterfeit), it is vital if you think you own a Cartier watch to have it appraised in order to date it and be sure of its authenticity.

Know the certain value of your jewelry  

If you happen to own a Cartier watch or think you might, don't hesitate to request a free appraisal using our form on our website.

A member of our team of experts and licensed auctioneers will contact you promptly to provide you with an estimate of the market value of your scarf, not forgetting to send you ad hoc information about it.

If you wish to sell your work, you will also be accompanied by our specialists in order to benefit from alternatives to sell it at the best possible price, taking into account market inclinations.