{"product_id":"cartier-santos-octagonal-2966-18k-yellow-gold-burgundy-dial","title":"Cartier Santos Octagonal 2966 - 18K Yellow Gold Burgundy Dial","description":"\u003ch4\u003eA Unique Expression Of A Foundational Design\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe Santos is widely considered the first purpose-built wristwatch, created by Louis Cartier in 1904 for Alberto Santos-Dumont. It established the design vocabulary for Cartier sports watches, with its distinctive square case and exposed bezel screws. This Octagonal reference 2966 takes that iconic design and refines it, offering a distinct profile in 18K yellow gold. Paired with a rich burgundy dial, it represents a more uncommon and luxurious execution within the Santos lineage, moving beyond the standard configurations into something genuinely unique.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003eThe Allure Of A Rich Burgundy Dial\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis example stands out for its specific configuration: an 18K yellow gold case and bezel combined with a striking burgundy dial. While the Santos is a cornerstone of Cartier's catalog, dials of this color are far less common than the typical white or champagne, lending this piece a heightened sense of individuality. The octagonal bezel offers a softer, yet equally distinctive, take on the classic Santos form, completing a look that is both elegant and assertive.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003eVery Good Condition With Honest Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe watch is in very good condition. The finish is great, showing some signs of wear consistent with its age. The burgundy dial is clean with no spidering, which is a key consideration for vintage dials of this type. The enamel on the rear engraving remains intact, a detail often lost on older pieces. It is presented on its integrated two-tone bracelet, complete and fitting a wrist up to 6.5 inches. 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\u003ch4\u003eA Bold Statement For The Modern Collector\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis Cartier Santos Octagonal makes a confident statement on the wrist. It offers the historical gravitas of the Santos line with the added distinction of an 18K yellow gold case and bezel, complemented by a rare burgundy dial and its two-tone integrated bracelet. For a collector seeking a foundational Cartier that stands apart from the more common steel iterations, this piece delivers on both heritage and unique presence.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2966\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Santos Octagonal\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1990s\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31.5mm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18K Yellow Gold\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two Tone Integrated\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5in\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burgundy\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18K Yellow Gold\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 744\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cartier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55077795627299,"sku":"10744","price":7000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0889\/6099\/1523\/files\/DSCF7301_3469445.jpg?v=1778608904","url":"https:\/\/dannysvintagewatches.com\/products\/cartier-santos-octagonal-2966-18k-yellow-gold-burgundy-dial","provider":"Danny's Vintage Watches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}