Cartier

• cal. P838 thin manual-winding nickel lever jeweled movement • off white dial, radial Roman numerals, inner minute track • large 18k yellow gold circular case, diamond shaped white gold bezel, hooded lugs • dial signed Cartier, case numbered 9977 and hallmarked London, 1971, movement signed Jaeger-LeCoultre • with original 18k pink gold Cartier deployant clasp numbered 9977 and hallmarked London, 1971

Movement running at time of cataloguing, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Later hands. Minor scratches on the dial at 9, 12, and 3 o'clock due to original hands rubbing the dial. Case in good condition except for some discoloration around the crown. Some minor scuffs to the case back. The strap of this watch contains endangered species; please see Important Notices for further information.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping.

Important Notice regarding importation into the United States of Rolex watches
Sotheby's cannot arrange for the delivery of Rolex watches to the United States because U.S. laws restricts the import of Rolex watches. The buyer or a designated agent may collect the property in the country of sale."

With a fascimile from Cartier confirming production of the current watch in a series of 12 pieces signed by Theresa Braxton, an archivist at Cartier, London for a decade. 

The present Cartier watch has London hallmarks on the inside caseback dated to 1971. This form of 'Rond' wristwatch was made in extremely limited numbers dating back to the 1960s. Of the four known examples the present watch distinguishes itself by having a separate bezel in white gold.

For an all white gold example see Patrizzi, White Cartier, 2006, ill. 37.