{"product_id":"1988-cartier-santos-carree-2961-two-tone-white-roman-dial","title":"1988 Cartier Santos Carrée 2961 – Two-Tone White Roman Dial","description":"\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Original Integrated Sport-Chic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Santos Carrée reference 2961 is the definitive bridge between Cartier’s early 20th-century aviation roots and the integrated luxury sports watch boom of the late 1970s and 80s. This 1988 example features the classic \"square\" silhouette with the exposed screws on both the bezel and bracelet—a design language that was intentionally industrial yet inherently sophisticated. The two-tone configuration of stainless steel and 18K yellow gold remains the most iconic look for the Santos, representing the era’s peak aesthetic of versatile, \"go-anywhere\" luxury.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Modern Legend With Provenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinding a vintage Santos Carrée from the late 80s is one thing; finding one that has retained its original papers for nearly four decades is another. This reference matters because it was the first Santos to utilize an automatic movement, moving the collection away from the quartz trend of the time and back toward serious horology. With its white Roman numeral dial and blued-steel sword hands, it carries the same DNA as the original 1904 design but executed with the robust materials and mechanical reliability required for a modern lifestyle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonest Character And Mechanical Health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece is in fair overall condition, presenting as an honest \"daily driver\" that has been worn and enjoyed throughout its life. The steel and 18K gold case and bracelet show visible signs of use and surface wear consistent with a watch of this age, but the structural integrity remains sound. The classic white dial and sapphire crystal are well-preserved. Most importantly, the automatic movement is running great after passing our test bench, showing strong timing. This watch is accompanied by its original Cartier papers, a rare addition that provides significant historical context and peace of mind for the collector.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Restrained Vintage Essential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the watch for the person who wants an iconic Cartier but prefers a piece with a lived-in, vintage feel rather than something that looks brand new. It works because the Santos Carrée is one of the few watches that actually looks better with the character of age. The inclusion of the original paperwork makes it a much more compelling asset than a \"naked\" example. It is a reliable, stylistically permanent timepiece that serves as the perfect entry point into the world of vintage integrated-bracelet Cartier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Danny's Vintage Watches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54840437047587,"sku":null,"price":3822.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/6099\/1523\/files\/DSCF3764.jpg?v=1773693876","url":"https:\/\/dannysvintagewatches.com\/products\/1988-cartier-santos-carree-2961-two-tone-white-roman-dial","provider":"Danny's Vintage Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}