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829
Cartier
Ref. 3618
Crash
An exceptionally rare, attractive and unusual limited edition pink gold asymmetric wristwatch with diamond-set bezel, bracelet, warranty and presentation box, numbered 267 of a limited edition of 267 pieces
- Estimate
- HK$600,000 - 1,200,000€70,200 - 140,000$76,900 - 154,000
HK$1,041,400
Lot Details
- Manufacturer
- Cartier
- Year
- Circa 2014
- Reference No
- 3618
- Case No
- 44654TX, No. 267
- Model Name
- Crash
- Material
- 18K pink gold and diamonds
- Calibre
- Manual, cal. 8970MC, 18 jewels
- Bracelet/Strap
- 18K pink gold Cartier bracelet, max length 170mm
- Clasp/Buckle
- 18K pink gold Cartier deployant clasp
- Dimensions
- 38mm length x 23mm width
- Signed
- Case, dial, movement, bracelet and clasp signed
- Accessories
- Accompanied by Cartier warranty dated 30 April 2014, blank certificate, instruction manual, product literature, travel pouch, loupe, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
The alluring mystery behind the original Cartier Crash, first released in 1967, has captivated watch enthusiasts for decades. With its fluid, asymmetrical form and captivating backstory, the Crash shattered conventions and introduced an entirely new design language to watchmaking. The distinctive warped case and mesmerizing art deco dial exude avant-garde elegance in one surreal piece.
Produced in a limited edition of 267 pieces in 2014, the present Crash ref. 3618 is the last piece to be made and it is further elevated by a sumptuous pink gold case and pave diamond bezel. Complemented by a full pink gold bracelet, a configuration rarely seen with the Crash, this example takes the iconic design to dazzling new heights.
Offered in barely worn condition and accompanied by its full set of accessories, this limited edition modern take upholds the rich innovations and fearless creativity that run through Cartier's DNA.
Produced in a limited edition of 267 pieces in 2014, the present Crash ref. 3618 is the last piece to be made and it is further elevated by a sumptuous pink gold case and pave diamond bezel. Complemented by a full pink gold bracelet, a configuration rarely seen with the Crash, this example takes the iconic design to dazzling new heights.
Offered in barely worn condition and accompanied by its full set of accessories, this limited edition modern take upholds the rich innovations and fearless creativity that run through Cartier's DNA.
Cartier
FrenchWith the Constitution of 1848 came a new standard for luxury in France. Founded one year prior by Louis-Francois Cartier, the house of Cartier was one of the first to use platinum in jewelry making. This incredibly expensive material became the stepping-stone for Cartier to experiment in form, mechanisms and attitude. It helped men move from pocket watches to wristwatches, effectively making the watch much more functional and prominent in a man's overall wardrobe.Cartier did not only touch on functionality. Inspired by a commissioned painting by George Barbier featuring a black panther at the feet of an elegantly bejeweled woman, Cartier began incorporating wild animals in his designs—most notably, Cartier Panthère rings, bangle bracelets and watches. Yet it wasn't until the late 1960s that the house of Cartier debuted their iconic yellow and rose gold LOVE collection, which includes the famous bracelet that only a special screwdriver can open.
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