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55 . Cartier •
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A lady ’ s fine yellow gold and diamond-set navette-shaped wristwatch
56 . Cartier
A lady ’ s fine and rare yellow gold and diamond-set rectangular reversible wristwatch
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Manufacturer Cartier Year Circa 1999
Reference No . 2351 Case No . CC416837 Model Name Navette Material 18k yellow gold and diamonds Calibre Quartz Bracelet / Strap Green Cartier crocodile leather strap Clasp / Buckle 18k yellow gold Cartier deployant buckle Dimensions 24 mm . width Signed
Case , dial and movement signed
Estimate HKD 28,000-40,000 USD 3,500-5,000
The Navette model features a particularly unique navetteshaped case encrusted with diamond-set bezel and crown . The dial is perfectly angled giving the watch a very exclusive yet sophisticated look .
Manufacturer Cartier Year Circa 2008
Reference No . 2480 Case No . 343462MG Model Name Collection Privée
Tank Basculante Material 18k yellow gold and diamonds Calibre Quartz Bracelet / Strap Red Cartier crocodile leather strap Clasp / Buckle 18k yellow gold Cartier deployant buckle Dimensions 22.5 mm . width Signed
Case , dial and movement signed
Estimate HKD 40,000-60,000 USD 5,000-7,500
Accessories With Cartier Certificate dated 2008 and fitted presentation box .
The ‘ Tank Basculante ’ was first introduced in 1932 , and originally designed with watchmaker LeCoultre . The watch featured a very unusual and unique case , which was reversible as to protect the watch crystal during outdoor events . Cartier reintroduced this model in the 1990s as an homage to the watchmaker ’ s history .
The present watch is a contemporary interpretation of the original iconic model from the 1930s . It is embellished with a diamond-set bezel , lending a touch of elegance and sophistication to this lady ’ s watch .
This lot is sold without reserve