Santos 987901 vintage
£3,300
What’s Included
- Presentation pouch
- 12‑month mechanical / electrical guarantee
- Insured worldwide shipping
Cartier Santos 987901 – 29mm – Steel – Quartz
A true luxury icon, this Cartier Santos reference 987901 combines timeless design, everyday practicality and unmistakable Cartier elegance. Recently fitted with a new battery and replacement seals, it is presented in very good condition, excellent working order and ready to wear.
Purposefully left unpolished, this example retains the honest character and vintage charm that many collectors prefer, while remaining exceptionally presentable on the wrist.
Key Details
• Model: Cartier Santos
• Reference: 987901
• Case Size: 29mm (approximately 41mm including lugs)
• Case Material: Stainless steel
• Bezel: Santos signature screw-set bezel
• Dial: White / cream
• Hour Markers: Blue Roman numerals
• Hands: Dark blue sword hands
• Date: At 6 o’clock
• Crystal: Sapphire crystal
• Movement: Cartier quartz movement
• Water Resistance: 30 metres
• Bracelet: Original Cartier stainless steel bracelet
• Clasp: Folding clasp
• Wrist Size: Fits up to approximately 17.5cm
• Guarantee: 12‑month mechanical / electrical guarantee
Condition Report
Case: Excellent condition overall, left unpolished with honest signs of wear consistent with age.
Bezel: A few minor marks visible from use.
Dial: Exceptional condition with no noticeable discolouration or blemishes.
Crystal: Sapphire crystal completely blemish free.
Bracelet: Very little stretch or sag. Surface scratches and marks from normal wear remain visible due to the watch being left unpolished.
Overall: Very good original condition throughout with attractive vintage character.
Working Order
New battery and seals recently fitted.
Running perfectly and operating exactly as expected.
Supplied with our 12‑month guarantee.
Our View
The Cartier Santos remains one of the most important watch designs ever created. Originally conceived in the early twentieth century, its clean lines, exposed screws and Roman numeral dial have become hallmarks of luxury watch design.
This example offers exactly what many buyers are looking for — an honest, unpolished Santos with original character, excellent dial condition and strong mechanical health. The smaller case size wears beautifully and works equally well as an everyday watch or a refined dress piece.
A timeless classic that never goes out of style.
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£3,300
What’s Included
- Presentation pouch
- 12‑month mechanical / electrical guarantee
- Insured worldwide shipping
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12 Month Guarantee
| Gender | Mens, Unisex |
|---|---|
| Model | Santos |
| Model No. | 987901 |
| Stock Number | CHW7212 |
| Manufactured year | unknown |
| Condition | Good |
| Material | Steel |
| Movement | Quartz |
| Case size | 29 x 41mm |
| Dial Colour | White |
| Strap Design | Steel |
| Box | Presentation pouch |
| Paperwork | No |
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