Cartier Must de Cartier Panthère “C” Evening Clutch with Detachable Shoulder Strap from 1993

An elegant icon from Cartier’s celebrated Panthère era, the Cartier Must de Cartier Panthère “C” Evening Clutchembodies the maison’s distinctive blend of jewelry-inspired design and refined leather craftsmanship. Crafted in smooth black leather, the clutch features a structured, architectural silhouette accented by the sculptural Panthère “C” clasp in polished gold tone—an unmistakable signature drawn from Cartier’s most enduring emblem of strength and femininity.

The interior is finished with Cartier’s signature leopard-patterned lining, a subtle yet unmistakable nod to the Panthère motif, and includes the original detachable shoulder strap, allowing the piece to be worn as a clutch or carried hands-free when desired. This example is unworn; however, it shows a very small surface scratch on the left side of the front, visible in the images, along with extremely minimal wear consistent with careful storage and its early-1990s vintage age. These details do not detract from the overall presentation and are typical of preserved archive pieces.

Importantly, this offering is not a standalone clutch. It comes as a complete Panthère set, housed in one original Cartier presentation box containing both the clutch and its matching Panthère coin wallet, making it a cohesive and highly collectible ensemble. The inclusion of both pieces together significantly enhances rarity and desirability, particularly for collectors seeking full Panthère-themed sets from the Must de Cartier era.