Product Description

Two-tone Polished Stainless Steel Case and Bracelet. 18k Yellow Gold Accents on Bezel and Bracelet. Black Roman Numerals. Curved, Scratch Resistant Sapphire Crystal. Water Resistant 30 meters or 100 feet. Ladies Size Silver Dial. Swiss Quartz Movement. Blue Steel Sword Hands. Double Locking Invisible Clasp. Case Diameter: 23mm. Case Depth: 6mm.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #18987 in Watches
• Brand: Cartier
• Model: CARTIER-W20012C4
• Band material: 18k-gold-and-steel
• Bezel material: 18k-gold-and-stainless-steel
• Case material: 18k-gold-and-steel
• Clasp type: deployment-clasp
• Dial color: white
• Dial window material: scratch-resistant-sapphire
• Movement type: swiss-quartz
• Water-resistant to 99 feet

Features

• Precise cartier swiss-quartz movement
• Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal; brushed stainless steel and 18k case and bracelet
• White dial with blue metallic hands and roman numerals
• Cabochon crown
• Water resistant up to 99 feet (30 M)

The Cartier Story
The name Cartier is synonymous with luxury, quality, and style. Founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-Francois Cartier, the company became renowned worldwide for its design and production of beautiful jewelry and opulent objets d'art. A royal commission in 1904 made Cartier a supplier to Europe's Crowned Heads of State and led England's King Edward VII to describe Louis Cartier, grandson of the founder, as the jeweler of Kings, the King among jewellers.

By the early 20th century, Cartier had expanded its collection to include watches. At a time when pocket watches were still considered de rigueur for the distinguished gentleman, Cartier helped popularize the wristwatch, making it a bold fashion statement for men and women as well as a status symbol among the well-to-do. Louis Cartier is credited with creating the first men's wristwatch, the Santos, in 1904. He developed and named the watch for his client and friend, the Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who needed a device that would allow him to read the time without taking his hands off the controls of his airplane.

Other classic designs followed, including Cartier's signature timepiece--the Tank--which debuted in 1917 during the First World War and was inspired by the tough new war machine the Americans introduced to the fighting in Europe. Cartier's first water-resistant watch was named after the Pasha of Marrakesh, who requested that Cartier create watch that he could wear while in his swimming pool and not lose track of time.

And while it is known more for its luxurious design, Cartier is also credited with creating the highly functional deployment folding clasp in 1910, which is now used by watchmakers around the globe.

Modern Cartier watchmakers still base their watch designs on the early fundamentals developed by Louis Cartier. Treasured by collectors, Cartier watches are distinguished by their impressive variety of shapes (round, square, oval, Tank, Tortue and Tonneau), by their exceptional materials and workmanship, and by their recognizable Cartier aesthetic, an elegant blend of classic and modern design.

Customer Reviews

Great watch
After several years of deliberating, I chose the Cartier Santos Women's Small. I am very happy with the watch, I only have one complaint. I have been wearing it for about 2 months daily to the office and for other non-labor intensive activities. Somehow, the gold bezel is already badly scratched and I cannot even recall how it possibly could have happened. But, the watch is very comfortable, very classy looking and can be worn for dress or casual, with white gold or yellow. With the exception of how easily it scratches, I think it is a great investment.

Cartier Santos Women
I have worn a Cartier Santos Mans watch for 26 years.
When thinking about what to give my wife this last Christmas I decided a matching Cartier was a good idea.
It was a hit with my wife!!