Connoisseur of Time is proud to offer today this gorgeous and ultra-luxurious ladies Certified Pre-Owned 18K gold ladies Cartier Octagon set with an amazing approx. 246 diamonds, this impressive Cartier is sure to be envied. With its screwed in bezel, Santos bracelet, gem topped crown, and "epee" hands, it has a look that is easily recognized across the room as Cartier.

The Octagon is a less often seen watch in the Santos line and is one of the lines distinctive luxury watches. It is beautifully styled and its eight-sided bezel is suggestive of the iconic Audemars Piguet Royal Oak.

This authentic Cartier has previously been upgraded with brilliant sparkling diamonds for extra luxury - it has been very conservatively graded to have a total of approximately 1.5 carats! E-G in color and VS1-SI1 in clarity the high quality diamonds are eye clean and bright white with strong fire.

They have been done suggestive of a factory Cartier diamond style even to the point of installing a large diamond in the winding crown like what's found on factory diamond Cartier watches.

Unlike the quartz version of the Santos, this more desirable mechanical example possesses an automatic movement and in a way showcases the timeless art of traditional watch making.

It presents in gorgeous condition - it presents as about a 9.0 out 10. On the wrist the watch presents as very close to like new.

It has been professionally polished, serviced, and tested prior to sale. One of our watchmakers has disassembled it down to its last screw and cleaned and oiled it. It is running very true.

For the finishing touch we have meticulously detailed it making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.

The pictures are of the actual watch. We offer shipping the next business day. In addition, we offer a no hassle money back guarantee if you don't absolutely love it!

Cartier watches:
Celebrated for their impeccable quality and flawless designs, Cartier watches rank among the most luxurious and expensive in the world. Worn by Jennifer Aniston, Anna Wintour, and the late Princess Diana, the company's watches have long been favorites of royalty, Hollywood celebrities, and any woman desiring to wear a timepiece of distinction.

• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Maker: Cartier
• Model: Ladies Santos Octagon (Automatic)
• Serial no.: 098603031
• Year built: c. 1980's
• Functions: Hours and Minutes
• Designed for: Women
• Dimensions: 24mm wide (excluding crown), 31mm long lug tip to tip
• Case material: 18K gold aftermarket set with diamonds
• Case markings (outside): Santos de Cartier, Swiss Made, Automatique, 098603031
• Case condition: Presents as just short of perfect mint on the wrist. One small mark on the right hand side by the back. One hairline and one indention on the case back not visible when its being worn. The back is covered with a protective sticker.
• Dial: Aftermarket with pave diamonds, mint condition
• Dimensions: 24mm wide (not including the crown) by 31mm long lug tip to tip
• Movement type: Cartier Swiss automatic
• Band: Cartier Santos bracelet, 18K gold, each link is set with two diamonds (except the last to closest to the clasp), polished and brushed, sized to fit a wrist of approx. just over 6.5 inches, adjustable, finish presents as close to mint condition and it has moderate to signifiant stretch
• Crystal: Sapphire, mint condition
• Serviced: Yes, One of our watchmakers has disassembled it down to its last screw and cleaned and oiled it.
• Timed: Timed to precision in several chronometer positions on a state-if-the-art computerized system. Keeping very accurate time. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
• Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
• Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide