Cartier released the ‘Louis Cartier Collection’ in 1972 to celebrate moving its manufacture from France to Switzerland. This exclusive line set out to celebrate Cartier’s rich heritage and featured twelve full gold classic and contemporary Cartier models. The most outstanding among the bunch was the Gondole Jumbo.
It was released in two orientations: vertical and horizontal. This model is the horizontal one. Measuring in at 38 x 35 mm, the watch is positively domineering, yet, despite its rather large size and bold shape, the dial of the Gondole is classic Cartier through and through. The white dial features the instantly recognizable black painted Roman numerals, painted inner minute track, and the simple painted “Cartier” signature. The “Paris” signature at the 6 o’clock position indicates that the watch still carries the original dial as when it was sold in the brand’s legendary boutique at Paris’ Place Vendôme.
The 18k yellow-gold case comes with a beautiful bordeaux alligator strap with 18k gold Cartier buckle.
It is rumoured that only 50-70 pieces have been produced in yellow gold which adds to the rarity of this piece.
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