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

Today's offering showcases this original Certified Pre-Owned ladies Octagon with "Godron" bracelet. It features a stainless steel case with 18K bezel, classic white Roman dial with blue steel "epee" hands, sapphire topped crown, and mechanical movement.

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.

Besides its beautiful condition, what sets this example apart from others is its unique "Godron" bracelet. We have been told that the bracelet was a special edition made only for one year in the '90's.

It is fully Cartier and presents in gorgeous condition - about a 9.7 out of 10. On the wrist, it presents nearly like new.

Its case presents as mint condition with light signs of polishing to the bezel. Unlike many examples, it still perfectly retains its original lightly stamped serial number. Its dial presents as mint. On the wrist, it presents as mint. Its adjustable bracelet presents as mint with only light stretch.

A Master Watchmaker has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $595 value).

It is running strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a new Cartier in our testing recording position.

The waterproofing gaskets in these are known for making these watches difficult to handwind even after servicing. This one is easier to wind than many. If you would prefer never to handwind it, it's a great candidate to be placed on a watch winder for convenience.

For the finishing touch, it has been meticulously detailed 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.

Retail replacement value: $6,800.00 USD

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 has done authorized work for the Cartier Service Center and other of the Richemont brands including Vacheron & Constantin, IWC, JLC and others.

Cartier Santos:
Worn by Jennifer Aniston, Anna Wintour, and the late Princess Diana, Cartier watches have long been favorites of royalty, Hollywood celebrities, and anyone desiring to wear a timepiece of distinction.

Cartier created the Santos in honor of the famous Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont. Alberto Santos-Dumont, a true daring aviation pioneer, flew in France and Europe in some of the first prototype airplanes. After hearing complaints from his friend about how difficult it was to access his pocket watch in the cockpit, Cartier rose to the challenge by creating a special watch that could be strapped to the wrist.

• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Maker: Cartier
• Model: Ladies Santos Octagon (Automatic) with "Godron" Bracelet
• Serial no.: 090755443
• Year built: c. 1990's
• Functions: Hours, Minutes and Sweep Seconds
• Designed for: Women
• Dimensions: 24mm wide (excluding crown), 31mm long lug tip to tip
• Case material: Stainless steel and 18K gold
• Case markings (outside): Cartier, Automatique, AC 9,80 gr OR 0,750 2,30 gr, 090755443, G
• Case condition: Presents as mint with light signs of previous polishing to the bezel. All markings are perfectly readable, even the lightly stamped serial number
• Dial: White, black Roman numerals, Cartier signature at VII, outer minute track, blue steel 'epee' hands, presents as mint condition
• Movement type: Cartier Swiss automatic
• Band: Cartier Santos "Godron" bracelet, stainless steel with 18K accents, polished and brushed, sized to fit a wrist up to approx. 6.6 inches, adjustable, presents as mint condition with only light stretch. Please inquire if you need additional links.
• Crystal: Mint
• Serviced: A Master Watchmaker has fully serviced the watch which consists of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $595 value). The waterproofing gaskets in these are known for making these watches difficult to wind even after servicing. If you would prefer never to handwind it, it's a great candidate to be placed on a watch winder for convenience.
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running strong and true, keeping time on par with a new Cartier in our testing recording position. 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 has done authorized work for the Cartier Service Center and other of the Richemont brands including Vacheron & Constantin, IWC, JLC and others.
• 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