Cartier Gondolo Watch, 18-Carat Yellow Gold, Sapphire Cabochon Crown
Cartier Gondolo Watch, 18-Carat Yellow Gold, Sapphire Cabochon Crown
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A Cartier Gondolo in 18-carat yellow gold with a gold dial and a sapphire cabochon crown, hand-wound, on a new brown leather strap, offered as a watch only.
The Piece
Cartier was founded in Paris in 1847 and made some of the first men's wristwatches, and the Gondolo, named for a Venetian boat, is one of its shaped watches, long and slightly curved.
The case is 18-carat yellow gold with a gold dial and a cabochon of sapphire set in the crown. The movement is wound by hand, and the strap is new brown leather, not by the maker, closing with an 18-carat gold pin buckle.
The case is 26.5 mm (1.04 in) across, and the strap fits a wrist of about 16 cm (6.3 in). The serial begins 7808. The dial shows a crack and age marks, the crystal has light scratches and dust, and the case and bezel are scratched, with a few dents. It is offered as a watch only.
Details
- Maker: Cartier
- Model: Gondolo
- Material: 18-carat yellow gold case with a sapphire cabochon crown; gold dial; brown leather strap (new, not by the maker) with an 18-carat gold buckle
- Movement: Manual wind
- Measurements: Case 26.5 mm (1.04 in) across; strap about 16 cm (6.3 in) around the wrist; lug width 13 mm (0.51 in)
- Water resistance: Not stated
- Colour: Yellow gold; gold dial; brown strap
- Fastening: 18-carat yellow gold pin buckle
- Included: Watch only
Condition
- Grade B in Japan: shows wear, with a crack in the dial, and scratches and small dents to the case and bezel.
Condition grade B (visible signs of use) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
Authenticity & Care
Case and caseback engravings, dial printing, movement, crown and bracelet are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Keep it away from magnets and damp, and have it serviced by a qualified watchmaker before regular wear.
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