Cartier watches are renowned status symbols of success, elegance and class. The name is known around the world as one of the masters of watch making. This popular watch brand, however traces its history down to one of the poorest areas of Paris, Eglise Saint Eustache. The brand name was created by Louis Francois Cartier in 1847. After redoing jewelry for Napoleon III, Cartier gradually became a popular name among aristocrats, the rich and wealthy. Since inception till date, Cartier has produced and continues to produce watches of class that amazes many. The first Cartier wrist watch was released in 1888. The watch was never released into the market; it had a thin gold bracelet and was inlaid with diamonds. In 1903, Cartier customized a watch for his pilot friend, Antonio Santos Dumont. This watch was also not sold or replicated. Cartier’s first watch that was released for sale was called Tonneau, released in 1906. The watch was called Tonneau because the hull had an unusual tubby shape. Cartier watches were then made with platinum cases, with winders made of ruby, pearl or sapphire. In 1893, Cartier joined then famous watch makers, Vacheron Constantin. In 1898, Cartier designed the first ladies’ wrist watch. Maurice Coulli, a talented watch maker later joined the Paris division of the Cartier Empire. It was Maurice who designed the Cartier Bracket watch that is still hailed as a horology masterpiece. Other Cartier master pieces include the Pyramid. The Pyramid watch used several sapphire glasses to create a visual illusion. The mechanism was enclosed and not visible, which made it seem as if the hands of the watch were moving by themselves. In 1910, Cartier released the first watch in a rectangular building case. Cartier later released a watch that displayed Paris, New York and London times. Demand for replica Cartier watches continues to rise as they are accepted worldwide as status symbols for the rich and successful. Replica Cartier watches have been designed to tap into the large demand of Cartier watches. These replicas Cartier watches are designed to be close lookalikes of the originals. Many who cannot afford original high quality Cartier watches make do with cheaper replica Cartier watches.