Cartier Watch

CARTIER SANTOS OCTAGON Ladies Watch, Automatic – Stainless Steel & 18K Gold Gorgeous Condition – Fully Cartier & Serviced The Octagon is a seldom seen watch in the Santos line and is one of the affordable distinctive luxury watches. It is beautifully styled and its eight-sided bezel is suggestive of the iconic Audemars Piguet Royal Oak. This Certified Pre-Owned ladies Octagon features a stainless steel and solid 18K gold case with octagonal bezel, classic white Roman dial with blue steel “”epee”” hands, sapphire topped crown, and mechanical movement. Unlike the quartz version of the Santos, this more desirable mechanical example possesses an automatic movement and in a way showcases the timeless art of traditional watch making. It has all of its original parts and presents as gorgeous condition. It presents as about a 9.8 out of 10. Its case presents as mint condition. Unlike many examples, it still perfectly retains its original lightly stamped serial number. Its dial presents as mint. The adjustable bracelet has virtually no stretch, and its finish presents as mint. On the wrist it presents as mint. We sell many of these watches in excellent condition, and this is one of the nicest we have had in several years. A Master Watchmaker has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $595 value). It is running strong and true, keeping time on par with a new Cartier in our testing recording position. The waterproofing gaskets in these are known for making these watches difficult to handwind even after servicing. This one is easier to wind than many. If you would prefer never to handwind it, it’s a great candidate to be placed on a watch winder for convenience. For the finishing touch, it has been meticulously detailed making it ready for immediate enjoyment. Retail replacement value: $6,800.00 USD Cartier Santos: Worn by Jennifer Aniston, Anna Wintour, and the late Princess Diana, Cartier watches have long been favorites of royalty, Hollywood celebrities, and anyone desiring to wear a timepiece of distinction. Cartier created the Santos in honor of the famous Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont. Alberto Santos-Dumont, a true daring aviation pioneer, flew in France and Europe in some of the first prototype airplanes. After hearing complaints from his friend about how difficult it was to access his pocket watch in the cockpit, Cartier rose to the challenge by creating a special watch that could be strapped to the wrist. Detailed Appraisal: Country of origin: Switzerland Maker: Cartier Model: Ladies Santos Octagon (Automatic) Serial no.: 090,792,832 Functions: Hours and Minutes Designed for: Women Dimensions: 24mm wide (excluding crown), 31mm long lug tip to tip Case material: Stainless steel and 18K gold Case markings (outside): Cartier, Swiss Made, Automatique, metal markings, 090,792,832 Case condition: Presents as mint. All markings are perfectly readable, even the lightly stamped serial number Dial: White, black Roman numerals, Cartier signature at VII, outer minute track, blue steel ‘epee’ hands, presents as mint condition Movement type: Cartier automatic Band: Cartier Santos bracelet, stainless steel with 18K accents, polished and brushed, sized to fit a wrist of approx. 6.4 inches, adjustable, only very little stretch – it presents as mint Please inquire if you need additional links. Crystal: Sapphire, mint Serviced: A Master Watchmaker has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $595 value). The waterproofing gaskets in these are known for making these watches difficult to wind even after servicing. If you would prefer never to handwind it, it’s a great candidate to be placed on a watch winder for convenience. Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running strong and true, keeping time on par with a new Cartier in our testing recording position. Box/Papers: BOX – Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS – Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate SKU 9890