The Hong Kong Watch Auction: TWO | Page 90

Various Properties
73 . Cartier
A fine and rare yellow gold , diamond and sapphire-set square wristwatch with sweep centre seconds
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Manufacturer Cartier Year Circa 2013
Reference No . WM503051 Case No . 18014LX and 3022 Model Name Santos 100 Material 18k yellow gold , diamonds and sapphires Calibre Automatic , 049 , 21 jewels Bracelet / Strap Black Cartier crocodile leather strap
Clasp / Buckle 18k yellow gold Cartier folding double deployant buckle Dimensions 40 mm . width Signed
Case , dial and movement signed
Estimate HKD 450,000-650,000 USD 56,000-80,000
Accessories With Cartier Certificate dated 18 June 2013 , instruction manual , produ ct literature , fitted presentation box and outer packaging .
The Santos model was first created in 1904 by Louis Cartier in honour of his friend , and aviation legend , Alberto Santos-Dumont . Since then , Cartier has produced many variations of the renowned Santos watches , making the model an instant classic within the watch community . The present watch , Santos 100 , is a very fine example of the iconic model . The bezel , lugs , band and crown is lavishly set with brilliant-cut diamonds . What further highlights the present watch is the tapered-cut sapphire-set bezel that perfectly contrasts with the robust yellow gold case . Offered in almost like new condition , the present watch is a highly collectible wristwatch .