Cartier

Cartier Women's W25075Z5 Santos Demoiselle Pink Mother of Pearl Watch

• Swiss Made watch with Cartier Calibre 690 Swiss-quartz movement
• Scratch-resistant-sapphire crystal; Case diameter: 20 mm
• Solid polished stainless steel case and bracelet

Product Description

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This radiant Santos Demoiselle dress watch from Cartier shines in gleaming stainless steel. The petite square case and bezel are crafted from polished steel and highlight an iridescent pink mother-of-pearl dial with two petite black steel hands and black Roman numerals all around. A scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflectice coating protects the dial, and an octagonal steel crown, tipped with a pink faceted spinel, accents the case. The watch presents on a beautiful polished steel brick link bracelet that fastens with a deployment-clasp for a secure closure and a seamless look. An elegant and sophisticated accent for any occasion, this watch offers Cartier Calibre 690 quartz movement and is rated water resistant to 99 feet.

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.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000FLWSWC
• Item model number: W25075Z5
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #52,766 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great watch at the price, September 14, 2008

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This is a great watch, especially for the price. It was everything we wanted. Very dainty woman's watch. It was a great gift.