Iconic Vintage Cartier Panthère Open Cuff Bracelet – 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel (Or et Acier, Late 1980s/1990s, Wrist Size 16 cm)

Iconic Vintage Cartier Panthère Open Cuff Bracelet – 18K Yellow Gold & Stainless Steel (Or et Acier, Late 1980s/1990s, Wrist Size 16 cm)

An iconic masterpiece from the legendary French High Jewelry House Cartier in a rare, highly collectible vintage iteration. Originating from the late 1980s to early 1990s, this Cartier Panthère Open Cuff / Bypass Bracelet represents a triumphant fusion of solid 18K yellow gold (750 hallmark) and surgical stainless steel (Or et Acier).

The signature twisted cable body is capped at both ends by two meticulously sculpted Panther heads that cross paths on the wrist in a dynamic bypass silhouette. At the base of each feline motif lie delicate tri-color gold rings—a subtle homage to Cartier’s iconic Trinity design. Preserved in excellent vintage condition, this piece is fully hallmarked with factory serial numbers and comes complete with its original Cartier red presentation box.

• Condition: Excellent (Authentic vintage piece from the late 80s / early 90s)

• Wrist Size: 16 cm (flexible open-cuff silhouette)

• Availability: In stock at Luxos Arts Gallery (Insured worldwide shipping)

• Brand / Origin: Cartier, France / Switzerland

• Collection / Line: Panthère de Cartier Open Cuff / Bypass Bracelet

• Metals: 18K Yellow Gold (Au 750) and Stainless Steel (Or et Acier)

• Motif Dimensions: Width 1.3 cm | Length 3.0 cm

• Hallmarks: Fully signed Cartier, individual serial number, gold purity stamps

• Included: Original Cartier presentation box

• Market Value: High investment potential; increasingly rare on the global vintage market

The Legacy of Jeanne Toussaint & The Art of Or et Acier

First introduced in 1914, the Panther motif became Cartier’s ultimate signature under the creative direction of Jeanne Toussaint (La Panthère). In the 1980s, Cartier redefined modern luxury by pairing high-grade steel with 18K gold.

Key collectible highlights include:

• Rare Bypass / Torque Architecture: A flexible steel cable wrapped in a warm gold spiral ensures remarkable durability and effortless wearability.

• High Investment Potential (Or et Acier): Unlike mass-produced two-tone timepieces of the era, Cartier’s steel-and-gold high-jewelry cuffs featuring fully carved Panther heads were crafted in extremely limited production runs.

• Symbolic Tri-Gold Accents: The delicate triple-band collars at the base of each head nod directly to the classic Trinity de Cartier heritage.

Technical Specifications:

• Brand / Maker: Cartier (French / Swiss Made)

• Model: Panthère de Cartier Open Cuff / Bypass Bracelet

• Era: Late 1980s – Early 1990s

• Materials: 18K Yellow Gold (0.750) & Stainless Steel

• Inner Circumference: 16 cm

• Panther Motif Width: 1.3 cm

• Panther Motif Length: 3.0 cm

• Hallmarks & Markings: Stamped Cartier, unique serial number, gold purity hallmarks

• Packaging: Original Cartier presentation box

Luxos Arts Guarantee: Cartier Panthère jewelry from the 1980s/1990s represents an outstanding asset with strong investment potential. We guarantee 100% authenticity, verified maker’s hallmarks, and matching factory serial numbers.