Cartier Santos Vendôme Lady - c. 1980
Cartier Santos Vendôme Lady - c. 1980
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Our take
Our take
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Changing the shape without changing the essence.
Description
The Santos is a founding and iconic design of Cartier. While keeping the key elements of this model, notably the 8 screws of its bezel and those of its bracelet, it is here sublimated in a round shape. We find the gold insert nailed to a steel case, which made the success of the Santos in the 1980s.
Why did Françoise choose it?
A beautiful Santos as Françoise likes them and with a twist due to its round shape and its elegant diameter of 27 mm.
This gold and steel Cartier Santos can be worn every day. A watch that assumes a sporty look, always elegant since it is a Cartier. The steel bracelet and its thin case make it very comfortable to wear. Its less wide size adds extra comfort and adapts particularly well to small wrists.
History
Like the Tank, the Santos is one of Cartier's legendary models. It was designed in 1904 by Louis Cartier for his aviator friend Alberto Santos-Dumont. A pioneering watch, not only for aviation but also in the history of watchmaking: it is the first men's wristwatch. In the 1980s, the range split between the Santos Dumont, which remained faithful to the original design, and the Santos, which gained in modernity thanks to its integrated bracelet. Even today, the Cartier Santos is available in different versions, and continues to enjoy undeniable success!
Dimensions
Dimensions
Material
Material
Case and bracelet in 18 carat yellow gold and steel.
Usage instructions
Usage instructions
Authentication
Authentication
Every piece undergoes a two-step expert review before joining our selection.
Françoise and her team, collectors and horology enthusiasts for many years, examine it first.
Our partner watchmakers, with whom we work closely, then carry out the technical authentication.
Condition
Condition
Our photographs are true to life: taken in-house with a macro lens, they capture every detail of a piece with precision — including marks or scratches that may be less visible to the naked eye.
We never retouch a watch's condition; only the brightness of the photograph may be adjusted.
Serial numbers are removed from photographs to protect the authenticity of each piece.
Shipping
Shipping
Worldwide shipping and insurance are offered for each item upon receipt of payment.
Any customs duties and local taxes, which vary depending on the country of destination, remain your responsibility.
In Paris, hand-delivery is possible by appointment, once funds have been received.
Return and refund policy
Return and refund policy
Despite photos and descriptions that we hope are as accurate as possible, we know that the relationship with a piece of jewelry, a watch, is above all physical.
That's why we offer a 14-day return period, no questions asked, with a refund within 5 days of receiving the watch.
However, the watch must be in an aesthetic and mechanical condition similar to when it was sent.
A question?
A question?
Contact us or consult our Your questions, our answers page. A private appointment in Paris is also possible, upon request.
