The Magical Art of Cartier

Geneva, Nov 19, 1996

LOT 283

"Montre bracelet à volets" 18K yellow gold gentleman's wristwatch with spring loaded sliding shutters 1933

CHF 68,000 - 74,000

USD 55,000 - 60,000

Sold: CHF 80,500

Rectangular shaped case, the dial aperture bordered with the black enamel Roman numerals, two shutters opened by thumb push pieces, revealing the dial, engraved dedicated back, with 18K pink gold deployant clasp. Matt silver dial with painted indexes. "Breguet" blued steel bands. Rhodium plated, 8"' movement, signed European Watch & Clock Co., 19 jewels, lever escapement, eut bimetallic balance, 8 adjustments, Breguet balance-spring. Measuring approx. 20 x 38 mm. Cartier Certificate of Authenticity N° 2283.

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Cartier's shutter watches are very rare and sought out among collectors for their elegance and exclusivity.