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1979 Cartier Lady Santos Octagonal 0906 - 18K Yellow Gold White Roman Dial

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A Golden Expression Of A Design Icon
The Cartier Santos is a foundational piece, not just for the brand, but for the very concept of the wristwatch. Originally designed for aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont in 1904, it established a design language that endures to this day. This solid gold example from 1979 captures the model's transition into the premier luxury sports watch of its era. The octagonal bezel is a distinct and elegant variation on the classic square, creating a softer silhouette that works perfectly in precious metal.
A Complete Set From A Key Era
What elevates this particular Santos is its completeness and its material presence. The watch is rendered in solid yellow gold, giving it the weight and feel that only a precious metal piece can offer. It is accompanied by its original papers and pamphlets, a detail that provides a direct link back to its point of sale in 1979. These period-correct documents are more than just accessories; they complete the story of the watch, presenting it as a time capsule from a pivotal moment in Cartier's history.
Well Preserved And Entirely Correct
This example is in very good overall condition. The classic white Roman numeral dial is excellent, with crisp printing and no signs of age. The case and integrated gold bracelet are both in very good shape, showing honest, minimal wear consistent with a watch of this era. The bracelet links are tight, and the octagonal bezel retains its sharp, defined edges. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.
Timeless Form In Solid Gold
This is a watch for someone who understands that great design is permanent. The Santos Octagonal in solid gold is both a piece of jewelry and a piece of history. It wears like a bracelet but carries the mechanical soul and design provenance of one of the world's most important watches. It is a statement of taste that is confident, classic, and completely resolved.
Key Specs
Reference: 0906
Model: Lady Santos Octagonal
Year: 1979
Movement: Automatic
Case Size: 24mm
Bezel: 18K Yellow Gold
Bracelet: 18K Yellow Gold
Bracelet Length: Fits up to 6.5in
Dial: White Roman
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Weight: 85.9g
Includes: Original Papers and Pamphlets
SKU: 1628

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