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Cartier Panthère Small Single Row Two-Tone (Ref. 1057917), 1990s

DocumentedDocumented from a dealer's listing; attribution and date as stated by the dealer.
Maker / attribution
Cartier (maker)
Date
1990s
Country of origin
France
Object type
Wristwatch
Materials / technique
two-tone
Dimensions
Case 21.5 mm
Stock no.
Product 8287370936503
Credit line
Dealer listing, Huntington Company (product 8287370936503)
Catalogue title (original)
1990s Cartier Panthère Small Single Row Two-Tone (Ref. 1057917) (English)

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Record summary

Catalogued by Huntington Company (dealer) (stock number Product 8287370936503), this is a wristwatch by Cartier, made in France, dated 1990s. The Atlas places it in the Mechanical Renaissance period (1990 – 2010) of its Wristwatches collection. Materials and techniques recorded by the source: two-tone. Recorded dimensions: Case 21.5 mm. The record is illustrated with 6 photographs.

Assembled from the source record's structured fields. Dates and attributions are given as the source states them; where a field is missing the Atlas leaves it blank rather than estimating.

Catalogue description

Dealer description — Huntington Company

History and Significance The Cartier Panthère became one of the brand’s defining watches of the 1980s and 1990s, admired for its fluid bracelet design and unmistakable elegance. Originally conceived as a more jewelry-oriented take on the Santos, the Panthère emphasized refined proportions and seamless integration between the case and bracelet. Its supple, brick-link construction made it feel more like a piece of fine jewelry than a traditional wristwatch, quickly establishing it as a symbol of understated luxury. This reference 1057917 represents the smaller, two-tone variation of the Panthère, featuring a stainless steel case with a single row of solid 18k yellow gold links down the bracelet and a matching gold bezel. The opaline dial with black Roman numerals and blued-steel hands remains quintessentially Cartier. Inside beats a reliable quartz movement, ensuring precision with minimal maintenance. The case and bracelet retain the slim, elegant silhouette that made the Panthère a lasting icon in both watchmaking and fashion. Writer’s Thoughts Few watches capture Cartier’s dual identity as both jeweler and watchmaker as perfectly as the Panthère. This two-tone model feels timeless and effortless on the wrist, its bracelet flowing like fabric while maintaining a confident presence. It’s one of those watches that can be worn daily and still feel special every time you glance at it. Our Promise Every watch is thoroughly vetted, carefully described with complete transparency, and guaranteed authentic. Each piece is offered in honest condition, ensuring collectors receive a timepiece that reflects both originality and integrity. Specifications Brand: Cartier Model: Panthère Ref. 1057917 Year: 1990s Case Material: Stainless steel with 18k yellow gold bezel Case Size: Small 21.5mm size Bezel: Solid 18k yellow gold Dial: Opaline dial with black Roman numerals and blued-steel hands Crystal: Sapphire crystal Movement: Quartz Bracelet: Two-tone brick-link bracelet with a single row of gold links Buckle/Clasp: Integrated Cartier clasp Contents: Watch only Condition Case: Excellent condition with light surface wear Bezel: Solid gold bezel with light wear consistent with age Crystal: Clear and free of noticeable marks Dial: Perfect opaline dial with crisp printing and original hands Hands: Original blued-steel hands in excellent condition Bracelet: Very light wear, minimal stretch, fits up to a 6.5-inch wrist Buckle/Clasp: Excellent condition with normal signs of handling

Historical context

Mechanical Renaissance (1990 – 2010)

Mechanical watches return as cultural objects; independent watchmaking flourishes.

Mechanical watches returned as cultural and luxury objects. Complications, tourbillons and new materials proliferated; independent watchmakers such as George Daniels, F.P. Journe and Philippe Dufour revived artisanal watchmaking; collecting vintage watches became a major field.

Read the period in the timelineMore wristwatches from this periodEarlier: Quartz Revolution

Atlas type guide

Wristwatches

Bracelet watches were worn by women from the early nineteenth century — Breguet made one for Caroline Murat, Queen of Naples, in 1810–12 — but the wristwatch only became a man's instrument with military use and aviation in the early twentieth century. Between the World Wars it overtook the pocket watch; the 1920s and 1930s brought rectangular Art Deco cases, water-resistant cases and the first automatic winding systems.

After 1945 the wristwatch became a carrier of identity — dress watches, sports and dive watches, chronographs, calendars — produced by Swiss, American, Japanese, German, Soviet and Chinese industries. The quartz revolution after 1969 and the mechanical renaissance since the 1990s, including the rise of independent watchmakers, complete the story.

What to look for

  • The reference number (between the lugs or inside the case back) and serial number, the starting point for dating.
  • The calibre: its maker and number are often stamped under the dial or on the bridge.
  • Originality of dial, hands and crown — refinished ('redial') dials are common.
  • Case material marks: 18K/750, 14K/585, stainless steel, gold-filled, plated.

Dating clues

  • Wire-lug cases: before c. 1925.
  • Water-resistant screw-down cases: from 1926.
  • Quartz movements: from 1969; sapphire crystals widespread after c. 1980.

General guidance written by the Atlas editors about this kind of object. It is not a statement about this particular piece; for that, rely on the source record above and on physical examination.

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