214 Cartier A very elegant and rare, Vendôme, wristwatch in white gold, with white roman numbers dial.
Estimate: € 5.000 – 10.000
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| model | Vendôme |
|---|---|
| year | Circa 1970s |
| reference | 78090 |
| case material | 18K white gold |
| case number | 1'239 |
| bracelet material | Leather strap |
| movement type | Manual, cal. 2512, 17 jewels |
| dimension | 34mm width x 29mm length |
| signed | Case, dial and movement |
The Cartier Vendôme, introduced in the late 1970s, is an archetype of Parisian elegance—an exercise in restrained design and classical proportions. Named after the historic Place Vendôme in Paris, the watch echoes the symmetry and refinement of its namesake square, long regarded as a symbol of French luxury and taste. The design is immediately recognizable for its round case flanked by straight, vertical lugs, which give the piece its distinctive architecture and balanced aesthetic. While most Vendôme watches were crafted in yellow gold, the present example, executed in white gold and in the larger 34mm case size, is notably rare. Its crisp hallmarks and sharp case edges speak to the exceptional condition and careful preservation of this watch. The white dial is adorned with Cartier’s signature Roman numerals and blued steel hands, while the crown features the iconic sapphire cabochon. Elegant, rare, and historically significant, this white gold Cartier Vendôme is a connoisseur’s choice and a striking representation of the maison’s ability to blend horological precision with high Parisian style.
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