Cartier Santos Skeleton Rose Gold WHSA0016

This reinterpretation is a 2021 unworn Cartier Santos Skeleton WHSA0016. The 39.8mm Rose Gold case has a sapphire crystal glass and case back allowing the wearer of the watch to see the manual winding movement from both the front and back sides of the watch. Another interesting feature of this watch is the bridges supporting the movement are uniquely manufactured to act as a bridge but also show roman numerals. The Rose Gold case has a splash of colour through the blue bead on the tip of the crown & sight of some of the 20 jewels visible due to the skeletonised dial. The Rose Gold bracelet, along with the case have the trademark exposed screws to ensure this modern reinterpretation is a classic in its own right.

Here we have the Santos de Cartier in 18ct Rose Gold, this version is the incredibly popular skeleton version allowing you to see the mechanics of the watch whilst you wear it. In 1904 Louis Cartier commissioned this model for famous Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos to tell the time whilst flying. That creation with the round angles, seamless curves and exposed screws lead to the iconic Santos model that has countless reinterpretations.