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Property of a Distinguished Collector
74 . Cartier
A very fine and rare white gold and diamond-set limited edition wristwatch with cloisonné enamel dial
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Manufacturer Cartier Year Circa 2011
Reference No . 3269 Case No . 3269008 Material 18k white gold , diamonds and enamel Calibre Mechanical , 9754 ,
19 jewels Bracelet / Strap Black Cartier crocodile leather strap Clasp / Buckle 18k white gold Cartier folding deployant clasp Dimensions 42 mm . diameter Signed
Case , dial and movement signed , case further engraved No 008 / 100
Estimate HKD 320,000-480,000 USD 40,000-60,000
Accessories With Cartier Certificate of Origin confirming the present watch is numbered 8 of a limited edition of 100 pieces in total , product literature , pouch , fitted presentation box and outer packaging .
This Cartier watch features a magnificent cloisonné enamel imperial dragon , evoking images of chinoiserie from the 18th century . Rendered in shades of burgundy , red , black and silver , this dial is produced at the highest quality .
Watches fitted with cloisonné enamel dials are notoriously difficult to produce , given the time and finesse in crafting and molding the cloisons . It comes as no surprise that this watch was produced in a limited edition of 100 pieces only . This watch is numbered 8 , which is also a lucky number in Chinese tradition and highlights the rarity of the time piece .
The watch is furthermore fitted with a brilliant diamond bezel which is very attractive and brings attention to the dial . The dragon is furthermore fitted with two brilliant diamonds that act as the eyes .
Offered in excellent and pristine condition , this watch is also accompanied with all original accessories .