139 Cartier A rare, fine and special, Boutique edition, Cartier Pasha automatic wristwatch in white gold and pavé dial.
Estimate: CHF 8,000 – 16,000
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| Model | Pasha |
|---|---|
| Reference | 2308 |
| Case Material | White gold |
| Bracelet Material | White gold Cartier bracelet, approximate length 195mm |
| Year | Circa 2002 |
| Movement | Automatic, cal. 311A, 21 jewels |
| Case N° | MG327952 |
| Movement N° | 140'976 |
| Dimensions | 38mm Diameter |
| Signed | Dial, Movement and Case |
Drawing inspiration from a wristwatch commissioned in the early 1930s, the Pasha of Marrakesh, Thami El Glaoui, entrusted Louis Cartier with the creation of a timepiece suited to his dynamic lifestyle. Originally crafted in yellow gold, the watch was designed to offer a degree of water resistance—an uncommon feat at the time. To achieve this, it featured an enlarged case, a distinctive crown cover, and a protective metal grid over the dial, blending robustness with refined elegance. Cartier officially unveiled the Pasha de Cartier collection in 1985, during the height of the quartz crisis, and from the outset, it evolved into a dynamic and multifaceted timepiece. Designed by the legendary Gérald Genta, the Pasha seamlessly fused bold masculinity with Cartier’s unmistakable sophistication, creating a watch that exuded both strength and elegance. The model quickly embraced an array of case materials, dial designs, and aesthetic interpretations, cementing its status as a bold yet refined expression of horological artistry. The present Cartier Pasha reference 2308 distinguishes itself as part of an exclusive Boutique edition, meticulously reserved for the maison’s most esteemed and discerning clientele. Crafted in white gold, it features a charismatic labyrinth-set diamond dial, framed by a pavé-set bezel—utterly irresistible and undeniably charming. The timepiece is preserved in excellent overall condition, with crisp caseback engravings, visible hallmarks, and even the original caseback sticker intact. The bracelet, similarly well-preserved, retains excellent rigidity and shows minimal signs of wear. Powered by the reliable calibre 311A, this limited Boutique edition Cartier Pasha is an exquisite choice for the charismatic and sharp-minded connoisseur.
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