CARTIER DIABOLO, Ref. 1460 0, case no. R2459, circa 1995
Cartier, Diabolo, Ref. 1460 0, case no. R2459, circa 1995
A very fine and attractive, hand wound, 18K yellow gold wristwatch with white dial, painted radial Roman numerals, outer minute track, blued steel Breguet hands, leather strap and an 18K yellow gold Cartier deployant clasp.
Fitted with a caliber 430MC, mechanical, rhodium-plated, Cartier repeating logo decoration, manual winding, 18 jewels, straight line escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating flat balance spring, shock absorbers, gold case back secured by six screws, sapphire crystal, cabochon-set crown, curved sapphire crystal, Vendome-type lugs.
Dial, case and movement signed.
Diam. 32.40 mm. Thickness 8.60 mm.
Accompanied by a fitted presentation and booklet.
1993 saw the launch of the Chrono Reflex movement versions of the Pasha, Cougar and Diabolo de Cartier watches. In superb condition, this Diabolo is a real eye-catcher and its distinctive look continues to delight enthusiasts. CONDITIONS AND INFORMATION FOR BUYERS
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