Cartier created the Santos in honor of the famous Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont.

The Santos exhibits Cartier's classic sophistication. It features a stainless steel case with 18K gold bezel, white dial with blue steel hands, sapphire topped crown, and automatic movement. Unlike the quartz version of the Santos, this mechanical example has a mechanism that showcases the timeless art of traditional Swiss watchmaking.

The watch presents in gorgeous condition. On the wrist it looks just short of mint. It has light wear to the back. It continues to keep time nearly on par with a new Cartier.

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

• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Maker: Cartier
• Model: Ladies Santos, Ref. 2423
• Serial no.: 986017CD
• Functions: Hours, Minutes, Sweep Seconds (automatic), Quick-Setting Date
• Designed for: Women
• Case material: Stainless steel and 18K gold
• Case markings (outer): Cartier, Swiss Made, Automatic, Water Resistant
• Case condition: Presents as mint on the wrist. Back shows fairly light wear.
• Dimensions:  24mm wide (without crown) x 34.5mm long
• Dial: Silver guilloche, black painted Roman numerals, Cartier signature at X, 'epee' hands, mint condition
• Movement type: Cartier automatic, rhodium plated, fausses cotes decoration, shock resistant, 17 jewels
• Band: Santos bracelet, stainless steel with 18K accents, polished and brushed, designed to fit a wrist up to approx. 6.5 inches, adjustable. The bracelet can be lengthened by additional links.
• Crystal: Sapphire, mint condition
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system.
• Warranty: 1-year 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