147 Cartier An impressively rare and massive, Santos, automatic wristwatch in platinum, with diamond-set bezel, champagne dial and diamond indexes.
Estimate: Fr. 30'000 – 60'000
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- Model Santos
- Year Circa 1970s
- Reference 2960
- Case Material Platinum and diamonds
- Case Number 03'376
- Bracelet Material Platinum and diamonds Cartier bracelet, approximate length 180mm
- Movement Automatic, 16 jewels
- Dimension 29mm width x 40.5mm length
- Signed Case, dial and movement
Few watch designs can claim true icon status: the Cartier Santos is unquestionably one of them. Created in 1904 for the pioneering aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, it stands among the earliest purpose-built wristwatches, introducing a bold square form that would forever influence watch design. Its architectural case, defined by exposed screws and balanced proportions, remains instantly recognizable more than a century later. This example reinterprets that enduring design through a far more exclusive lens. Crafted entirely in platinum, it transforms the Santos into an object of tangible presence. At 29 mm, the generous proportions remain elegant and wearable, yet the density of the metal gives it a quiet, unmistakable weight, an understated expression of luxury that only precious metals can convey. The iconic bezel is set with brilliant-cut diamonds, adding a refined brilliance that interacts beautifully with the light. This luminous detail continues onto the dial, where diamond-set hour markers replace traditional numerals, set against a rich champagne background. The result is a composition that feels both restrained and sophisticated, allowing materials and craftsmanship to take center stage. The bracelet further enhances this cohesion, with diamond-set links seamlessly integrated into the design, extending the watch’s jewelled character without compromising its structural identity. Powered by an automatic movement, the watch retains its functional roots, offering reliability beneath its refined exterior. In this configuration, the Santos becomes a statement of enduring design elevated by rarity and elegance.
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