{"product_id":"1987-rarer-dial-unisex-cartier-30mm-must-de-vendome-in-925-sterling-silver-gilt-vermeil-case","title":"1987 Rarer Dial Unisex Cartier 30mm 'Must de' Vendôme in 925 Sterling Silver Gilt Vermeil Case","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"thewatch\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThis Watch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"personalnote\"\u003e\n\u003cp id=\"pointsofmention\"\u003eWe have here a classic Cartier Ronde with a rarer original dial variation and Vendôme lugs in \u003cspan\u003evermeil 925 sterling silver gilt from 1987.  The watch has all the features of that classic Cartier style but with a rare stunning  A mixture of diamond shaped markers \u0026amp; Roman numerals. The more unusual and unique part of this dial is the two gilt circles, like a bullseye. Quite sought after by collectors. The trademark  cabochon winding crown, but with a few twists that make this watch the rare thing of beauty that it is! -  sword-shaped blue steel hands and cabochon setting crown.  We particularly love the articulated, Vendôme lugs which add an extra touch of elegance and sophistication.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe vermeil case, also known as silver gilt, or gold-plated sterling silver, measures 30mm so the larger Gents size originally and is a very comfortable wear on the wrist. The larger size makes it the perfect watch for Ladies today or a Gent with a smaller wrist ( Although i would happily wear it on my 7.5inch - See the wristshot. Inside the case is the Swiss\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003equartz caliber 81, fully serviced by us and running strongly.  We've paired this watch on a black croco grain leather strap to complement the dial but it looks great on brown too.  The watch also comes with its original Cartier buckle , Original Paperwork and previous service history. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/6187\/6838\/files\/s-l1600_16_92d35dda-aa0f-4a59-8768-13f7e214613b.webp?v=1788134785\" alt=\"\" width=\"349\" height=\"444\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/y2wfKoxY-Gk\" title=\"1990s Rare Black Roman Numeral Dial Unisex Cartier 'Must de' Ronde Vendôme in 925 Sterling Silver Gilt Vermeil Case\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWATCH A SHORT PRODUCT VIDEO HERE SOON!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtra Points\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe 'Must De' Cartier concept was first introduced around 1973 when the Cartier lighter became the must-have accessory.  Cartier branched out from jewellery to pens, leather goods, fragrances and more affordable watches.  One of the main ways they transformed their designs way by making them out of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evermeil, or silver gilt, which is gold-plated sterling silver. This made the watches more affordable whilst still having the prestige of being made from a precious metal. Various sizes, dial colours and finishes were then produced for both men and women. The Must de Cartier line was faded out at the beginning of the 21st century.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis watch comes fully serviced by our on-site workshop and with a 12 month, non-waterproof service cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"personalnote\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat we think\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe love Cartier here at AWC. They are becoming hard to find in this excellent condition. It is a brand that offers timeless elegance across all of its watches, yet never fails to produce a variety of adaptations in its classic designs. This is Cartier doing what Cartier does best: a timeless silhouette, a dial you can’t stop looking at, and small details that feel considered. This dial gives it a rare twist—still unmistakably Cartier, but with a warmth and depth you don’t see every day. Do not forget to view our other Cartier  watches\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"other cartier  watches vintage cartier london\" href=\"https:\/\/antiquewatchuk.co.uk\/collections\/shop-watches\/brand_cartier\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHERE! \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"specification\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpec Stuff\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerial : 12\u003c\/strong\u003e****\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference : \u003c\/strong\u003eVendome\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eVermeil W1000\/53\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement :\u003c\/strong\u003e Swiss\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eQuartz Cal. 81\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge : \u003c\/strong\u003e1981\/1990\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Age :  \u003c\/strong\u003e1987 (Sold october 1987)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Size : \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e30\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase Thickness :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5.2mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLug to Lug :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 36mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLugs : \u003c\/strong\u003e16mm\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pre-Owned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBox \u0026amp; Papers :\u003c\/strong\u003e Original Dated Guarantee Certificate\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCase Material :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e 925 Sterling Silver Gilt\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eService History :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 12-Months NON-Waterproof Warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Cartier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58553650446710,"sku":"AWCCA2921","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/6187\/6838\/files\/DSC_4968_3.png?v=1788125725","url":"https:\/\/antiquewatchuk.co.uk\/products\/1987-rarer-dial-unisex-cartier-30mm-must-de-vendome-in-925-sterling-silver-gilt-vermeil-case","provider":"Antique Watch Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}