Cartier WE400251 Tonneau Mecanique Privée Roman Diamond Edition 2712 18kt WG
Bezel Color : White Gold / Diamond
Movement : Mechanical (Manual)
Water Resistance : 30 m (3 ATM)
Indices : Roman Numerals
With Papers : Yes
Reference Number : WE400251
Band/Strap : Two-Piece Strap
Brand : Cartier
Case Color : Silver
Department : Men
Type : Wristwatch
Band Color : Black
Customized : No
Band Material : Leather (Alligator)
Dial Color : Silver
Model : Cartier Tonneau Privée “Mécanique” Roman Edition
Watch Shape : Tonneau/Barrel
Style : Casual, Dress/Formal, Luxury
With Original Box/Packaging : Yes
Features : Sapphire Crystal, Manual Wind, Diamond Bezel, Roman Numerals, Blued Steel Hands, Limited Production, Privée Collection
Case Size : 39.2 mm
Case Material : 18K White Gold (Rhodiumized)
Display : Analog
Give us a call (212) 302-1678 Send us a message Our Store Seller Profile Feedback About us Contact Cartier WE400251 Tonneau Mecanique Privée Cartier Tonneau “Mécanique” Privée Roman Edition, Large Model (39.2mm), crafted in rhodiumized 18kt white gold. An exceptional and highly refined expression of Cartier’s shaped-watch heritage, this Privée reference embodies the maison’s highest level of design, craftsmanship, and mechanical purity. The tonneau-shaped case is sculptural and elegant, executed in solid white gold and finished with a round brilliant-cut pavé diamond bezel, creating a seamless blend of high jewelry and haute horlogerie. One of the most compelling aspects of this Cartier Tonneau “Mécanique” Privée is its solid 18kt white gold 39.2mm case, which is far more technically interesting than it first appears. The tonneau-shaped case is subtly curved along its length, allowing it to contour naturally to the wrist, a design choice that enhances both comfort and elegance while preserving strong architectural presence. Unlike traditional straight-lug constructions, the lugs are integrated into the case and secured with visible screws, mechanically fastening the strap directly to the case body. This creates a seamless, purposeful connection between case and strap, reinforcing the watch’s structural integrity and sculptural character. The result is a case that feels engineered rather than ornamental, refined yet substantial, and unmistakably Cartier in its mastery of shaped-case design. The silver grained sunray dial is classic and restrained, featuring bold black Roman numeral hour markers with a secret Cartier signature hidden within the Roman numeral VII, a detail cherished by seasoned collectors. The dial is paired with sword-shaped blued steel hands, offering sharp contrast and timeless elegance. Every element is deliberate, balanced, and unmistakably Cartier, reinforcing the maison’s mastery of proportion and shaped-case design. The watch is fitted with an intricately fluted crown, beautifully executed and set with an inverted diamond, an elevated finishing touch that underscores the watch’s dual identity as both a serious timepiece and a piece of fine jewelry. A scratch-resistant sapphire crystal protects the dial, preserving clarity and longevity. Powering this Tonneau is the Cartier Caliber 8970 MC, a manufacture manual-winding mechanical movement reserved for Cartier’s high-end shaped and precious-metal references. Designed for thinness, elegance, and long-term reliability, this time-only caliber operates at approximately 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz) and offers a power reserve of roughly 38–48 hours. The movement is finely finished with engraved bridges, polished screws, ruby jewel setting with 18 individual rubies, and traditional haute-horlogerie detailing, reflecting a lineage closely associated with the revered Jaeger-LeCoultre 846 architecture. This is not a standard production Cartier. This is a Privée Collection piece, created in limited quantities, reserved for Cartier’s highest-tier clientele, and representing the brand’s most serious horological output. A manually wound, 18kt white gold tonneau-shaped case set with round brilliant diamonds, paired with a mechanical manufacture movement and classical Roman dial, places this watch in a category of its own. Elegant, rare, mechanically authentic, and deeply collectible, this Cartier Tonneau “Mécanique” is a true connoisseur’s piece, created for those who understand the quiet power of shaped cases, manual movements, and the highest expression of Cartier craftsmanship. Reference No. WE400251 This Timepiece is in an Unworn Condition Complete with Box & Papers. Accompanied with a full Two-Year Warranty from Date of Purchase. A full value appraisal. Payment (If paying with Credit Card, you must be within the United States and your billing and ship to address must be the same) - Photo ID is required to process payment PayPal: PayPal users must be Verified and Confirmed. eBay Payment Method: If paying with eBay Payment Method, please keep in mind we would need to ship directly to the Authenticator first, after the item has been authenticated the authenticator will then have the watch shipped to you. Process of this transaction will most likely take an additional 24 hours. Bank Wire Transfers: We Take Bank to Bank transfers as well. If you would like to purchase an item via Bank Wire. Please purchase the item on eBay, once the wire is received, we will mark the item as paid and have it shipped directly to you. 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Sales tax is calculated at checkout. If you have any questions of concerns, please feel free to message us. Import duties, taxes, and charges are NOT INCLUDED in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding / buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up; do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as "gifts". U.S. and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. We reserve the right to use the most secure shipping method and/or company to ship your purchase. Calculated shipping and insurance is an estimate only and may not reflect the actual cost of shipping and insurance. Once we have your shipping address, we can give you an exact cost for shipping and insurance. 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