Cartier Serial Number Guide for Watches – Complete Guide

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Cartier serial numbers for Watches Guide

The vast majority of luxury watches are equipped with serial numbers. The serial number is unique to the watch and can serve a number of purposes. All manufacturers use different serial number systems, but a serial number usually consists of a series of digits, sometimes also letters.

Cartier is one of the most well-known jewelry and luxury brands in the world. Cartier uses serial numbers for its watches.

Why does Cartier use serial numbers?

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The serial number is like an identification number for the watch. Cartier keeps track of each timepiece that leaves their factory and keeps track of the serial numbers that they carry. Serial numbers can be used to identify counterfeit goods, but they can also give Cartier more information such as production time, as well as to which retailer it was originally sold.

There is no Cartier serial number database online that you can use to search if your Cartier watch is fake. Only Cartier has access to such records. You can consult with Cartier in a Cartier shop, or by email or telephone.

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Note that the serial number may not guarantee that the watch is authentic. Counterfeiters have started to look for the serial numbers of authentic watches online, only to identify which serial number they use, so they can use it for their own watches. Therefore, even if the serial number is in fact used, it’s no guarantee that your watch is real.

The serial number of a Cartier watch is usually engraved/etched on the case back. It’s common to see fake watches have no serial number or only a case back sticker.

The absolute best way to confirm your Cartier watch’s authenticity is to have a skilled watchmaker, Cartier boutique, or contact Cartier and they may be able to help you.

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27 thoughts on “Cartier Serial Number Guide for Watches – Complete Guide

  1. How go know if the ring is original or not

  2. Hi query reference no.70409728 is this a Cartier reference number?thank you

    1. Hello,
      For authentication of Cartier watches, please consult our watch experts here:
      https://millenarywatches.com/watches/watch-consulting/

      Kind regards,
      Millenary Watches

  3. I have what appears to be a Cartier watch and I would like to know if it is authentic.

    1. Hi,
      You can get help with authenticating your watch here:
      https://millenarywatches.com/watches/watch-consulting/

      Kind regards,
      Millenary Watches

      1. Hi,
        I have a Q to ask, please: the only way to have a time-piece Serial Number checking is through payment for consultation? or I can also use the email address and whatsapp number for free?

        1. Hello,
          The only one who has access to the Cartier database of serial numbers is Cartier themselves. But for general questions regarding your watch such as authenticity, you can use the watch consulting services.

          Kind regards,
          Millenary Watches

  4. I hve cartier watch i cant find my watch seriel number 209409NX

    1. Hello,
      Please message us and we will be able to point you in the right direction.

      Kind regards,
      Millenary Watches

    2. On the back of watch there is also a 4 digit number. The serial number will be that 4 digit number plus the 8 digit number you mentioned. Hope that helped you

  5. My dad passed away and I found a Cartier Tank (I think). Here are the 2 sets of numbers from the back case: 2301 CC708177. Also the watch has Carter in the 10 on the face. Thank you.

    1. Hi, Please email us and our team will be able to assist with any questions.

      Kind regards,
      Millenary Watches

    2. Is it real or fake

  6. Hi, my partner died and I’m still going through his belongings and found a Cartier watch. I would like to use it but it’s not working, so before I try to get it repaired I would like to know it it’s genuine please?
    It’s quite an old watch. On the back plate that I can make out is the numbers 61905. 3180-7601yc
    Thank you for your time

    1. Hello,
      Sorry for your loss.
      For authentication, please refer to this page:
      https://millenarywatches.com/watches/watch-consulting/

      Kind regards,
      Millenary Watches

  7. Hi I am thinking of buying a cartier watch serial number W69011Z4 and wanted to make sure this is real and not fake

  8. Hi do all your watches glow in the dark? I’m looking at buying a Tank watch and googled a little bit about the watch it’s self and the watch didn’t glowin dark, is it because it’s fake or because it doesn’t have that feature. Thank you

    1. Hello,
      Not all Cartier watches glow in the dark, correct.

      Kind regards,
      Millenary Watches

  9. Hi on the back of my Cartier watch there is 9 numbers I think the watch is old I inherited from my uncle

  10. I have a gold pocket watch that has the inscription “Cartier Geneve” on the dial and numbers for movent and Case 84393 from which year this watch can be?

    1. Hi,
      Cartier has access to its records of production years. We would advise you to contact a Cartier boutique and they may be able to assist with your query.

      Kind regards,
      Millenary Watches

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