Santos-Dumont watch Ref. WGSA0112 – Rose Gold Elegance with Bezel Set Diamonds
Overview
The Santos-Dumont watch Ref. WGSA0112 is a refined and luxurious interpretation of one of Cartier’s earliest wristwatch designs. Crafted in 18K rose gold with a diamond-set bezel, this elegant creation captures the pioneering spirit of Alberto Santos-Dumont while showcasing Cartier’s jewelry-watchmaking mastery.
Design & Materials
- Case: 18K rose gold (750/1000), square-shaped Santos case, bezel set with brilliant-cut diamonds (~0.89 carats).
- Dimensions: 31.4 mm × 31.4 mm; thickness ~7.3 mm.
- Dial: Silvered satin-finish dial with sunray effect, Roman numerals, and blued-steel sword-shaped hands.
- Crown: Rose gold beaded crown set with a faceted sapphire cabochon.
- Strap: Semi-matte grey alligator leather strap with rose gold ardillon buckle.
- Crystal: Sapphire crystal, flat and highly scratch resistant.
- Water Resistance: 3 bar (~30 meters).
Movement & Performance
- Caliber: Cartier high-autonomy quartz movement, designed for precision and long-lasting performance.
- Functions: Hours and minutes – a clean and timeless display.
Technical Specifications
- Reference: WGSA0112
- Collection: Santos-Dumont
- Case Material: 18K rose gold, diamond-set bezel
- Case Dimensions: 31.4 × 31.4 mm
- Thickness: ~7.3 mm
- Dial: Silvered sunray with Roman numerals
- Hands: Blued-steel sword hands
- Movement: Quartz (long autonomy)
- Strap: Grey alligator leather with rose gold buckle
- Crystal: Sapphire
- Water Resistance: 3 bar / 30 meters
- Condition: New / Unworn
- Box & Papers: Cartier presentation box and certificate
Prestige & Value
The Santos-Dumont watch Ref. WGSA0112 continues the legacy of one of the first pilot’s watches ever created, originally designed in 1904 for aviation pioneer Alberto Santos-Dumont. Its refined proportions, diamond-set bezel, and luxurious rose gold construction elevate this historic design into a piece of contemporary haute horlogerie. Both elegant and iconic, it is perfect for those who seek timeless sophistication with Cartier’s unmistakable style.
