Santos-Dumont Watch Small Model, Quartz Movement, Rose Gold, Leather

Santos-Dumont watch, small model, high autonomy quartz movement (~ 6 years). 18K rose gold case, beaded crown set with a cabochon-shaped sapphire, silvered satin-brushed dial with sunray effect, Roman numerals, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, sapphire crystal, grey alligator-skin strap, 18K rose gold ardillon buckle. Case dimensions: 38 mm x 27. 5 mm, thickness: 7. 3 mm. Water-resistant to 3 bar (approx. 30 metres).1904, Louis Cartier granted the wish of his friend, the famous Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos Dumont: to be able to tell time while flying. Thus, one of the first wristwatches was born. Featuring geometric shapes and exposed screws, the watch quickly became an icon within the House. The Santos collection rises to the ranks of a classic that would defy the hands of time. Explore the full Cartier range here.