{"product_id":"cartier-lady-santos-demoiselle-2698-stainless-steel-white-dial","title":"Cartier Lady Santos Demoiselle 2698 - Stainless Steel White Dial","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Deliberately Refined Santos\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe Cartier Santos carries the weight of being the first purpose-built wristwatch in history, created in 1904 for aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont. While its origins are rooted in function, the design has proven to be one of the most enduring and adaptable in watchmaking. This Santos Demoiselle from the 1990s captures the core DNA of the original, including the iconic square case and Roman numeral dial, but reinterprets it through a lens of refined, feminine proportions. It represents a period when Cartier excelled at creating smaller, more elegant variations of its foundational models.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Study In Classic Proportions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe reference 2698 is a masterclass in scaling a classic design without losing its soul. The 22x28mm case is distinctly petite, offering a jewelry-like presence on the wrist that many larger sports watches cannot. The all-stainless steel construction gives it a clean, versatile look, while the integrated bracelet provides a seamless transition from case to clasp. Powered by a reliable quartz movement, this piece offers the best of Cartier's timeless aesthetic with grab-and-go convenience, making it a perfect entry point into one of the most historically significant watch designs ever produced.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn Honest And Wearable Example\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe watch is in good overall condition. The stainless steel case, which appears unpolished, and bracelet show signs of use that are consistent with a piece from this era but do not detract from its wearability or classic look. The white dial with its black Roman numerals is clean and legible, preserving the essential Cartier aesthetic. The watch presents as a well-maintained example that was worn and enjoyed as intended. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Foundation Of A Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis Santos Demoiselle is for someone who appreciates the history of the wristwatch but prefers a more understated and classic scale. It works as a daily piece that is both elegant and durable enough to handle regular wear. The 1990s was a strong era for Cartier design, and this watch is a perfect example of the brand's ability to create lasting, sophisticated timepieces that feel just as relevant today. It is a smart choice for a foundational watch that carries real historical significance.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2698\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Santos Demoiselle\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1990s\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quartz\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22x28mm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel Cartier Bracelet\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits up to 6.25in\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e White Roman\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1357\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cartier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55391962923299,"sku":"11357","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/6099\/1523\/files\/DSCF0991_98437e9a-f43f-411c-be11-76033c253c3f.jpg?v=1785267617","url":"https:\/\/dannysvintagewatches.com\/products\/cartier-lady-santos-demoiselle-2698-stainless-steel-white-dial","provider":"Danny's Vintage Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}