1904, Louis Cartier granted the wish of his friend, the famous Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos Dumont: to be able to tell time while flying. Thus, one of the first wristwatches was born. Featuring geometric shapes and exposed screws, the watch quickly became an icon within the House. The Santos rose to the ranks of a classic that would defy the hands of time.
18K white gold case, 18K white gold octagonal crown set with a faceted sapphire, sapphire crystal, silver grained dial, roman numerals, luminescent sword-shaped black oxidised steel hands, alligator strap, 18K white gold adjustable deployant buckle, Cartier calibre 690 quartz movement, water resistant to 30 metres / 100 feet. Case dimension: 38.5x30.3 mm, 5.38 mm thickness.
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