
Certificate of
Authenticity
Authenticity




0
View authenticity certificate
CARTIER SANTOS DE CARTIER, MEDIUM, AUTOMATIC, YELLOW GOLD, INTERCHANGEABLE METAL AND LEATHER BRACELETS
CARTIER SANTOS DE CARTIER, MEDIUM, AUTOMATIC, YELLOW GOLD, INTERCHANGEABLE METAL AND LEATHER BRACELETS
DELIVERY AND AUTHENTICATION
Includes Authentication Certificate
by Checkcheck global standards
Culture Note™
The Santos de Cartier, born in 1904, emerged from a visionary collaboration. Louis Cartier crafted this groundbreaking timepiece for his friend, the pioneering Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont. This marked a pivotal moment, as it was designed to solve the practical needs of flight, a wristwatch that would free the hands and allow accurate timekeeping in the cockpit, a design first commercially launched in 1911. Its creation signaled a monumental shift in horological history.
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the Santos de Cartier is built for enduring performance. Water-resistant up to 10 bar (approximately 100 meters), it ensures reliability in various environments. The watch displays hours, minutes, and seconds, with a power reserve of 40-42 hours. Its design features a double deployant clasp on the steel bracelet and an interchangeable steel folding buckle on the calfskin strap, combining functionality with seamless wearability.
The Santos de Cartier's influence is undeniable, gracing the wrists of cultural icons. Adrian Brody, at the Met Gala, showcased its timeless elegance. Jerry Seinfeld, in his eponymous sitcom, further solidified its status. The watch has also been spotted on Charlotte Rampling's wrist, referencing the medium yellow gold model in 2018. The Santos de Cartier's enduring appeal transcends generations, remaining a symbol of sophistication and style.
The Santos de Cartier Medium, reference W2SA0016, is a testament to meticulous craftsmanship. It features a steel case, elegantly accented by an 18K yellow gold bezel. The dial, finished in silvered opaline, houses a manufacture mechanical movement with automatic winding, Caliber 1847 MC. Sapphire crystal protects the watch face, and the design incorporates a steel bracelet with a "SmartLink" adjustment system, accompanied by a second calfskin strap, both utilizing the "QuickSwitch" interchangeability system.
Most asked questions
How we always
Guarantee the best prices?
Luxury marketplace
In luxury marketplaces, prices depend on demand — less popular items sell below retail.
Competition between sellers
Our 5,000+ verified sellers compete with each other, giving you the lowest prices.
Price comparison
We show you price comparisons across sellers so you always get better deals.
Helping sellers, helping you
We help sellers buy smarter inventory, so they can offer you better prices.
Loading…