Cartier Modern Signature, 1970–Present
Cartier Modern Signature identifies Cartier pieces made 1970–Present, typically rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings and watches.
| Maker | Cartier |
|---|---|
| Also signed | Cartier Paris, Cartier London, Cartier New York |
| Period | 1970–Present |
| Mark reference | CRT-MOD-1970 |
| Usually found on | Inside shank, clasp interior |
| Materials | Gold, platinum, mixed |
| Seen on | Rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings and watches |
| Maker founded | 1847 |
| Region | French |
| Workshops | Paris, London, New York |
What does the Cartier Modern Signature look like?
Contemporary Cartier pieces carry a standardized 'Cartier' signature, metal purity stamp, serial number, and country of manufacture. Marks are laser-engraved on most production from the 1990s forward, replacing the earlier hand-struck punches. A reference number tied to the model permits archive verification through Cartier's client services.
Where is the mark located?
Usually struck on the inside shank or clasp interior.
About Cartier
Founded in Paris in 1847, Cartier maintains a precise system of maker's marks, serial numbers, and country-of-origin punches. Marks vary by workshop (Paris, London, New York) and by era, and are often paired with French assay marks (eagle head for gold, owl for imported pieces) and a unique serial number.
What is my Cartier jewelry worth?
SebastianCharles Auctions catalogues and sells Cartier jewelry at auction from our gallery at 5263 Edina Industrial Blvd, Edina, Minnesota. Value depends on the individual piece and its condition. Send photographs of the mark and the piece for a free auction estimate, or call (612) 280-1377. Formal written appraisals are billed hourly from $150, with most reports delivered within two weeks.