Cartier Blue Watches

The History of Blue Cartier Watches

Blue has been integral to Cartier's design language for over a hundred years, starting with the blue sapphire cabochon that first graced the early Santos and Tank models. This distinctive choice established blue as an iconic element of Cartier's watches, subsequently evolving to include blue steel hands and blue lacquer finishes. The arrival of the Ballon Bleu further amplified the focus on blue, solidifying Cartier's association with blue dials, blue cabochons and blue accents. The Maison continues to perfect the look today, from classic blue dial watches to edgier modern takes.

Cartier Blue Watch Collections

Cartier offers blue dial options and blue accents across several of its most celebrated watch collections. Each collection brings a distinct personality to the color, from sporty and modern to classic and refined. Below are the primary collections where you will find Cartier's beautiful blue dial watches.

Ballon Bleu de Cartier

The Ballon Bleu stands out as the most famous blue watch produced by Cartier. Characterized by its classic rounded case and blue sapphire crown, the vast majority of references are seen with silver dials, with blue steel hands. Full blue dial models remain rare but have gained significant collectability value. These blue dial Ballon Bleu models appeal to buyers seeking a refined and modern take on a blue Cartier watch.

Santos de Cartier

The Santos features Cartier's most elegant and eye-catching blue dial executions such as the popular graduated sunburst blue face. The square case and visible screws provide a sportier edge to the design, yet the watch remains distinctly Cartier in style. Cartier santos blue dials watches such as the modern Santos de Cartier WSSA0013 are one of the most searched for watches on the pre-owned market.

Cartier Tank

Blue Lacquer dials, blue straps, and the iconic blue sapphire cabochon are featured in the Tank collection. Watches like the Tank Must Blue feature a striking Cartier blue face with the blue dial, which is quite a different look than the traditional silver and white faces. The rectangular case paired with such a striking color is one of the most eye-catching Cartier blue tank watches.

Panthère de Cartier

Blue is discreetly introduced with accents such as blue steel hands and a blue spinel crown. Silver dials dominate Panthere models with the occasional availability of ice-blue dials paired with blue straps. All these features make the Panthère a discreet Cartier ladies watch blue face option.

Calibre de Cartier Diver

The Calibre de Cartier diver blue watch pairs a deep blue dial with a matching ceramic bezel, creating one of Cartier's most robust blue sport watch designs. Its 300m water resistance and automatic movement make it a strong choice for buyers wanting a tool watch with Cartier refinement. This remains one of the best options for collectors seeking a sporty Cartier blue diver watch.

Pasha de Cartier

The Pasha de Cartier is offered in striking blue dials that are in keeping with its eccentric case, screw-down crown cover and interchangeable strap system. The chronograph models are presented in double shades of blue. It is a tempting option for consumers seeking round Cartier blue men's watches.

Cartier Blue Watch Specifications

Cartier's blue dial and blue-accented watches share the brand's commitment to exceptional craftsmanship while offering variations in materials, movements, and features. Understanding these specifications helps collectors choose the right pre-owned Cartier blue watch for their needs.

Materials

A Cartier blue watch might have a stainless steel, rose gold, yellow gold, white gold, or platinum case depending on the collection. Blue ceramic bezels for increased durability are used on models like the Diver. Sapphire and spinel cabochons are also used to provide visual contrast. Blue leather straps are also used on many models, which increases the number of blue-themed variations.

Movement

Cartier offers the blue dial watches with practical quartz movements or automatic in-house calibers including 1847 MC and 1904-PS MC. Automatic models provide fluid operation with the inclusion of small seconds, date functions and power reserve of up to 48 hours. Their collection includes casual, dress, and sport models.

Bezel

Bezels range from the puffed out style of the Ballon Bleu to the flat, screw-decorated bezel of the Santos. The Calibre de Cartier Diver features a utilitarian unidirectional blue ceramic bezel for timing. Diamond-set bezels are available on some Tank and Ballon Bleu references for purchasers desiring a Cartier blue watch with diamonds.

Sizes

Offered in men's and women's sizes, from small 22mm Tank references to 42mm Diver models, Cartier blue watches come in several diameters. Mid-size Santos and Ballon Bleu models remain particularly sought-after. Both discreet dress watches and bold statement pieces provide comfortable wrist fits for every individual.

Water Resistance

The Tank, Ballon Bleu and similar dress styles usually have 30m water resistance for light day-to-day use. The Santos offers a more robust 100m for a more active wearer. The Calibre de Cartier Diver is the only ISO certified 300m strong Cartier blue diver.

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Buying from Bob's Watches is a safe and trustworthy experience. We authenticate every watch, price them fairly, and have a large inventory of pre-owned Cartier watches for you to choose from. We evaluate every watch for accuracy, originality and condition to enable you to shop confidently.

• Verified authenticity on every Cartier model
• Competitive pricing often 20–40 percent below retail
• Free insured shipping throughout the U.S.
• Expert customer support for all purchases
• Access to rare and discontinued Cartier blue dial references
• Showrooms in Newport Beach and Naples for in-person viewing

Sell My Cartier Watch

Are you thinking of selling your Cartier watch? The team at Bob's Watches is on hand to help you get the most accurate price. We look at demand for your model, its condition and the current market pricing to ensure you get a competitive valuation. We can help you sell Cartier watches for top value.

Frequently Asked Questions

The Ballon Bleu is distinguishable by its domed case and the characteristic integrated blue cabochon crown. Other models in collections such as Santos or Diver focus on the blue dial, not the crown. Yes, most Cartier blue watches have robust construction and quality movements suitable for daily wear. The Santos and Diver models offer higher water resistance for more active wear. Yes, Cartier watches typically have high resale value due to demand and timeless designs. Blue dial versions can sometimes see additional demand due to their visual appeal and limited availability. The ideal size depends on wrist size and personal style, with smaller Tanks ranging from 22–31mm, larger Divers at 42mm. Mid-size models (33–39mm) are most versatile for most wearers.