Cartier Vendôme 17003

Vintage 1970s Cartier Vendôme 17003 18K Yellow Gold Manual Wind White Roman Dial

Bezel Color : Gold Closure : Buckle Max Wrist Size : 6.26-6.75 in Number of Jewels : 17 Jewels Indices : Roman Numerals Year Manufactured : 1970-1979 Band/Strap : Two-Piece Strap Vintage : Yes Case Color : Gold Handedness : Left Department : Unisex Adults Watch Shape : Round Style : Classic, Luxury, Standard/Classic Features : 12-Hour Dial, Swiss Made Case Size : 33 mm Case Material : Yellow Gold Handmade : No Movement : Mechanical (Manual) With Papers : No Reference Number : 17003 With Service Records : No Brand : Cartier Type : Wristwatch Band Color : Black Customized : No Band Material : Leather Dial Color : White Model : Cartier Vendome With Original Box/Packaging : No Case Finish : Polished With Manual/Booklet : No Display : Analog This is Cartier refining the round case The Vendôme sits at an important point in Cartier’s design language. It is round, but not generic. The lugs are stepped and architectural, giving the case more structure than a traditional dress watch. At 33 by 33 millimeters, it wears with presence while staying elegant and period correct. In yellow gold, the design reads clean and confident. Nothing here is trying to be decorative for its own sake. Why this configuration matters The white Roman dial is exactly what anchors the Vendôme. Balanced, legible, and unmistakably Cartier, it works with the case rather than competing against it. The manual wind movement keeps the profile slim, which is essential for a watch that relies on proportion and silhouette. The original leather strap and buckle matter here. These watches lose a lot of their cohesion once those pieces are replaced. Keeping them intact preserves how the watch was intended to be worn. What you need to know before wearing it Condition is good. The case shows wear consistent with age but remains well defined. The dial is clean and evenly preserved. The buckle shows wear appropriate for the period. The watch is running well after passing by our test bench. Why this watch still works The Vendôme appeals to people who want classic Cartier without leaning on square cases alone. It is refined, balanced, and quietly distinctive. It works as a daily dress watch or as a foundational piece in a vintage collection. Honest, wearable, and still very relevant decades after it was made. Every watch we offer has been authenticated and mechanically looked over to ensure immediate usability. Bracelet extension, cutting, or sizing is available upon request through our professional in-house jewelers. Key Specs Reference: 17003 Model: Vendôme Year: 1970s Movement: Manual wind Case Size: 33 × 33mm Bezel: 18k yellow gold Bracelet: Original leather strap with original buckle Dial: White Roman numeral dial Wrist Size: Fits approx. 6.65 inches This item's authenticity will be verified by experts before delivery