Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces
New York, Apr 20, 2016
LOT 20
CARTIER REF. 3182 BALLON BLEU EAGLE DIAL WHITE GOLD Cartier Paris "Ballon Bleu," No. 18 / 20, case No. 88785PX, Ref. 3182. Made in a limited edition of only 20 pieces circa 2012. Very fine and rare, large, center seconds, self-winding, water- resistant, 18K white gold wristwatch with engraved American Eagle dial and an 18K white gold Cartier deployant clasp.
USD 12,000 - 18,000
HKD 93,000 - 140,000 / CHF 12,000 - 18,000
Two-body, polished and brushed, rounded bezel, case back with 8 screws, cabochon sapphire set winding crown protected within an oval cage, sapphire crystal. Satine silver with painted radial Roman numerals, Cartier secret signature on the VII, centered by an engraved American Eagle. Blued steel epée hands. Cal. 049, rhodium-plated, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating flat balance spring, shock absorber, hack mechanism.
| Grading System | |
|---|---|
Grade: AAA |
Excellent |
Case: 3-9 |
Good Scratched |
Movement: 2* |
Very good Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense |
Dial: 1-01 |
As new HANDS Original |