What is a Cartouche?

1. A cartouche is a symmetrical ornamental tablet used in decoration or in engraving. 2. In horology, a porcelain plaque for a clock or a watch dial numeral. 3. A conventional figure, usually symmetrical, enclosing a maker's mark. 4. Used in Jewelry. Cartouches are oval or oblong plaques that have been worn for centuries and are typically used as framing devices for a name or inscription. In ancient times with Egyptian hieroglyphs, were the names of Pharaohs or kings.

A Cartouche name plaque