Since 1830, the Swiss firm of Baume et Mercier has been producing some of the finest and most collectible timekeeping instruments. Worn by celebrities Meg Ryan, Kim Basinger, and Wisteria Lane's Teri Hatcher, their timepieces rank with Omega and other of the world's exclusive watch firms.

The Polo / Avant-Garde era of Baume & Mercier is one of the brand's effortlessly chic chapters: a late-20th-century answer to the integrated-bracelet look, where the case and bracelet flow together like one continuous piece of design. It is suggestive of the renowned Piaget Polo.

Done well, this style feels near equal parts watch and jewelry - sleek, architectural, and instantly "put together." Baume & Mercier's take is especially wearable: slim profile, clean dial, and a confident mix of steel with warm gold accents that reads as refined rather than flashy - the sort of understated luxury Baume & Mercier is known for.

The two-tone construction is one of this model's strengths. It bridges formal and casual with ease, pairing naturally with white metals, yellow gold jewelry, or mixed accessories. It transitions seamlessly from professional settings to evening wear, from understated daytime outfits or even athlesiure to more polished occasions, making it the kind of watch that doesn't need to be changed when the day or wardrobe shifts.

Inside is a Swiss quartz movement that never needs to be wound. It delivers set-and-go precision while allowing the case to remain slim and comfortable.

This Connoisseur of Time Certified Pre-Owned Baume & Mercier offers exclusive luxury at a now affordable price.

It has all of its original parts and presents in gorgeous condition - it presents as a 9.6 out of 10.

Its case, dial which repeats the case and bracelet decoration, and sapphire crystal are all mint. The back has one tiny, short hairline by one of the screws from being previously opened the is only visible under very close scrutiny at just the right angle - the back still retains the original or an applied long ago protective sticker.

Its bracelet presents as just short of perfect mint. Despite what the photos seem to suggest the original markings are perfectly intact on the case back.

A Master Watchmaker has performed any needed servicing. 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. international warranty on the movement and its function and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.

Kindly note that this is the "hers" watch of a his and hers pair that we have for sale.

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 extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center and did authorized work for the Richemont Service Center, the owner of Baume et Mercier.

Brand: Baume & Mercier
Model: Ref. 5208.038 Polo / Avant-Garde
Serial no.: 1,349,099
Functions: Hours, Minutes
Gender: Womens 
Case material: Stainless steel and 18K gold
Case diameter: 23mm (excluding crown - 25mm including)
Case condition: Presents as mint. The back has one tiny, short hairline by one of the screws from being previously opened the is only visible under very close scutiny at just the right angle - the back still retains the original or an applied long ago protective sticker.
Case markings (outside): Baume & Mercier, Geneve, 1830, Acier Inox with reference 5209.038, and serial 1,349,099
Crown: Original, steel, signed Baume et Mercier
Dial: Silver-tone baton-marker dial repeating the case and bracelet decoration, date at 6 o’clock; signed Baume & Mercier, original and untouched, mint condition
Hands: Original, gold faceted "dauphines"
Movement: Original Baume & Mercier, Swiss quartz
Band: Original, integrated, steel and 18K gold, fits a wrist up to approx 6.5 inches, adjustable, presents as just short of perfect mint condition - on the wrist it presents as mint
Crystal: Sapphire, mint condition
Servicing: A Master Watchmaker has performed any needed servicing.
Warranty: 1-year C.O.T. international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. 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 extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. One used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership and was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center and did authorized work for the Richemont Service Center, the owner of Baume et Mercier.
Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity
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