87 Cartier Fascinating Tonneau-shaped Single-button Chronograph Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, Reference 2356
Estimate: € 12.500 – 25.000
Sold (Premium) € 40.300
- Model Tortue Chronograph
- Year 2000's
- Reference 2356
- Case Material Yellow Gold
- Case Number 0294CC
- Bracelet Material Leather Strap
- Movement Automatic, cal. 045MC
- Dimension 34 x 43 mm
- Signed Dial, movement and case
- Accessories Box and Warranty
The iconic case of this lot start from an idea of Louis cottier in 1912 and recalls the silhouette of a turtle, very popular animal during that era and symbol of good fortune and longevity in many civilizations. The present lot is one of those nice and rare examples with the iconic “tortue à pattes” or “turtle on legs” shape. Produced in yellow gold, it has been preserved in good overall conditions with a transparent case back with 8 screws. The dial is compoed by a Guilloché silver dial with painted radial Roman numerals, subsidiary seconds and 30-minute register. Most appreciable characteristic is the mono pusher chronograph function that can be activated by an octagonal sapphire-set winding-crown used like a pusher with cabochon.