Santos-Dumont watch. large model. high autonomy quartz movement (~ 6 years). 18K pink gold case. beaded crown set with a cabochon-shaped sapphire. satin-brushed silver dial with sunray effect. Roman numerals. blued-steel sword-shaped hands. sapphire crystal. Strap in gray alligator leather. with 18K pink gold ardillon buckle. Case dimensions: 43.5 mm x 31.4 mm. thickness: 7.3 mm. Water-resistant up to 3 bar (approx. 30 meters/100 feet).

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.

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