The Ballon Bleu , one of the most elegant icons of Cartier's modern era, represents the brand's concept of "treating time like a jewel" with its curved case, blue stone-set winding crown, and domed sapphire crystal.
This model combines timeless elegance with modern craftsmanship, featuring an 18-carat yellow gold case, an automatic movement, and a classic silver-toned guilloché dial.
Clock Status
In pristine and near-new condition (mint condition).
The case retains its original surface texture; it has not been polished.
The dial, the blue stone on the winding stem, and the gold buckle are all original Cartier parts.
The leather strap is in very good condition and is made of original Cartier crocodile leather.
The glass is scratch-free sapphire crystal.
The watch is registered with the Cartier Care system .
Case
Material: 18 Carat Yellow Gold (stamped 750)
Diameter: 42 mm
Thickness: Approximately 13 mm
Glass: Domed sapphire crystal
Winding stem: Blue synthetic spinel stone, with protective bridge structure.
Back cover: Screw-down, engraved with “Automatic – Swiss Made – 750 – Ref. 2998”
Water resistance: 30 m
Movement
Type: Automatic Mechanical
Caliber: Cartier 049 (based on ETA 2892-A2)
Power reserve: Approximately 42 hours
Frequency: 28,800 vph
Functions: Hour, minute, second, date
Dial
Color: Silver-toned opaline, guilloché pattern in the center
Indexes: Black Roman numerals
Arms: Blue steel “épée” style
Date window: At the 3 o'clock position
"Cartier" hidden signature: At the number VII on the dial.
Strap and Clasp
Strap: Original Cartier alligator leather, stamped “Made in France”
Clasp: 18K yellow gold folding clasp, engraved on the inner surface with “Cartier – 750 – Swiss Made”
Boxes and Documents
Original Cartier box included.
The document is not available, but the Cartier Care record is active .
