Cartier Victoria - Yellow gold & diamonds - 1992 (papers)

Between jewelry and watch

Description

The Cartier Victoria is not a very well-known model from the Maison Cartier. It is even less so in this 18-carat yellow gold version. All finesse and refinement, this Victoria has a 21 mm case set with diamonds (43 diamonds, or 0.40 carats in total). It is mounted on a "grain de riz" bracelet which is undeniably comfortable to wear.

This model is all the more exceptional as it comes with its original 1992 warranty and its invoice indicating that the purchase was made at Harrods at London Heathrow Airport on October 22, 1992.

This jewel, both a watch and a piece of jewelry, is equipped with a quartz movement.

Why did Françoise choose it?

More than a watch, this Cartier Victoria is a true gem, an impression accentuated by the size of its case. Françoise likes to demonstrate that the worlds of jewelry and watchmaking are intimately linked. This piece illustrates this perfectly.

It's undeniably very elegant. A rare jewelry watch that you won't soon see on someone else's wrist. A watch that you'll wear in the evening like a piece of jewelry, but whose style can also be offbeat during the day with jeans and a shirt. With its fine craftsmanship and details, this model avoids the "flashy" look that some overly jewelry-like watches can have.

Just look at this watch to understand Françoise's choice. A precious piece, all finesse and elegance. If it weren't so beautiful to look at, you might forget it was on your wrist. A nod to the jewelry world of Cartier.

History

The history of the Cartier Victoria is unfortunately relatively unknown. A creative interlude from the Maison Cartier, like many others. This watch is available in various versions, often with a gold bracelet, whether set with gemstones or not.