18ct yellow gold Cartier open face pocketwatch.

18ct yellow gold Cartier open face pocketwatch.Cartier is a brand that has forever been associated with Opulence, class and sophistication. The company was founded by Louis Franois Cartier in 1847 as an Atelier de Haute Joaillerie after he took over the workshop of his Master, Adolphe Picard. He was succeeded in 1874 by his own son Alfred who continued to uphold the high standards set down by his father. It was not until 25 years later, in 1899 when Alfreds three sons took over the business and

SKU: 2451

the rotor in a bumper moves back and forth in an arc of about 180 degrees

SKU: 02447

Introduced in 1949-1950

Model:  Speedmaster

Made: 1925

The bright orange hands of this remain a vivid contrast to the patina on the dial

is also very soft so watches and jewellery tends to be made from 18ct or less in order to make the metal stronger and more easily workable

Calibre: 9P2

Bracelet/strap: Stainless steel

with their refined style and simplicity featuring plain dials and simple cases

dauphine hands with sub seconds dial at 6 o'clock