2 in stock · authenticated
The Santos de Cartier Skeleton transplants the brand's oldest wristwatch architecture into high-complication territory: a fully open-worked movement visible through the iconic square case with its signature exposed-screw bezel. In Iced Out configuration, pavé diamond coverage extends across the case and bezel, merging mechanical horology with Cartier's maison-de-joaillerie heritage — a combination that consistently draws collector interest from buyers seeking movement drama and jewellery presence in equal measure.
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Both market references — WHSA0015 and WHSA0019 — occupy the Large Santos case at approximately 39.7–39.8 mm, a proportion that wears accessibly on most wrists. The critical variable is metal mix: all-steel Iced Out versus steel-and-yellow-gold Iced Out, the latter commanding a consistent premium. On any pre-owned diamond Cartier, inspect bezel and lug stone integrity carefully — chips, loose settings, or non-factory replacements materially affect value and serviceability. Cartier's in-house skeleton caliber anchors the mechanical case; factory service records and original papers are strongly preferred, as diamond examples face heightened authenticity scrutiny in the secondary market. Avoid pieces with aftermarket stone additions.
The Santos dates to 1904 and relaunched commercially in 1978 as a luxury sports icon. The 2018 redesign introduced quick-change straps and, subsequently, the Skeleton variant that defines current production and secondary-market supply.
References in stock: WHSA0015, WHSA0019.
At $24,840–$36,018, these Iced Out Skeleton examples sit meaningfully below Cartier boutique retail for equivalent diamond configurations, representing genuine secondary-market value. Current live range: $24,840 – $36,018. Prices shown are wire; card adds 3.5%.
Model names, references and specifications are referenced from the official Cartier Official (www.cartier.com). Trademarks and product imagery rights remain with the manufacturer; product photography shown is of our own inventory.
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