Cartier Rotonde de Cartier W1556252

Cartier Rotonde de Cartier Calendar Power Reserve 18k RG W1556252

Over the course of their history, Cartier has developed an incredibly strong history as a revered watchmaker, with models like the Tank, Santos, Crash and many others earning their place within the horological spotlight. However, while these may be icons from a historical and design standpoint, they typically don’t feature a level of watchmaking that is all too impressive. As a result, Cartier launched the Rotonde de Cartier collection to showcase their horological talents, and this example, the Rotonde Power Reserve ref. W1556252 is no different. Made out of 18kt rose gold, its 40mm polished construction is immediately unique from Cartier’s typically svelte angular designs. Featuring a monochromatic aesthetic that is achieved through a striking shade of silver, the Rotonde Power Reserve’s dial is unique due to its centrally positioned date aperture at 12 o’clock and power reserve indicator at 6 o’clock that combine to create a perfectly symmetrical display that is immediately appealing, much like almost everything else that Cartier creates as the esteemed design powerhouse that they are. Furthmore, its dial also sports an intricate rosette guilloche pattern that has become a signature of Cartier. THE DIAL Featuring a monochromatic aesthetic, the Rotonde Power Reserve's silver dial is a perfectly symmetrical design with its date aperture and power reserve indicator perfectly placed along the middle of the dial from 12 o'clock to 6 o'clock, respectively. THE CONSTRUCTION Larger than Cartier's traditionally svelte timepieces, the Rotonde Power Reserve uses a 40mm 18kt rose gold case to fit its impressive hand-wound movement and beautifully-executed and well-balanced silver dial. TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.