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Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Hong Kong, May 31, 2026

LOT 36

CARTIER, REF. 78098, SANTOS DUMONT, 18K YELLOW GOLD

HKD 30,000 - 50,000

EUR 3,300 - 5,500 / CHF 3,000 - 5,000 / USD 3,900 - 6,400 / JPY 600,000 - 1,000,000

Sold: HKD 56,250

A fine, iconic, 18k yellow gold, manual winding wristwatch.


Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 2-8

Very good

Slightly scratched

Movement: 2*

Very good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 2-01

Very good

HANDS Original

Brand Cartier

Model Santos Dumont

Reference 78098

Year circa 1970’s

Case No. 1477

Bracelet leather strap with Cartier 18K yellow gold buckle

Caliber 78-1

Length 28 mm.

Width 20mm

Weight 18gr. (approx.)

Signature dial, case and movement

Accessories copy of the service paper dated 4 Nov 2024