Cartier—the very name itself personifies the premier brand in luxury goods.

It can prove to be an ongoing and exciting challenge to possess a timepiece as unique as yourself. The Ballon Bleu de Cartier should make an interesting candidate in your quest.

First, we must acknowledge the astoundingly original stainless steel case design. Note how it encompasses and protects the 18K yellow gold push / pull winding crown that has been lovingly set with a blue synthetic cabochon-shaped spinel.

The case itself measures a comfortable 28 mm in diameter, 9.35 mm in height, and rests upon a visually dynamic stainless steel and yellow gold bracelet with a stainless steel hidden double-folding buckle.

Iconic Roman numerals grace the silver-toned dial with blue sword-shaped hands. With a dash of playfulness, we especially enjoy how the minute track and number three appear to be pushed toward the center of the dial by the winding crown. As a quartz-driven timepiece, we find Cartier’s caliber 057 at the heart of this expressive masterpiece.

Additional features include a solid case back, a 30 m / 3 atm water resistance, and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.

From its singular design sensibility to it iconic stylings, we believe this Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier will make a fabulous addition to your collection.

Standout features: 18K yellow gold winding crown lovingly set with a blue synthetic cabochon-shaped spinel; stainless steel and yellow gold bracelet; distinguished case / winding crown design.

Details at a glance:

• Model Reference: W69007Z3
• Case Material: Stainless steel
• Case Dimensions: 28 mm
• Case Height: 9.35 mm
• Movement: Quartz
• Caliber: Cartier caliber 057
• Complication(s) / Feature(s): Standard time
• Dial: Silver tone
• Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire
• Winding Crown: Protected 18K yellow gold push / pull
• Water-resistance: 30 m / 3 atm
• Band: Stainless steel and yellow gold bracelet (will fit up to 6.3 inches wrist)
• Clasp: Hidden double-folding clasp buckle
• Country of Origin: Switzerland
• Retail Value: $7,800
• Condition: Pre-owned in excellent condition; the watch has undergone basic service and has been lightly polished
• Comments: Includes original boxes (inner box shows some deterioration), general booklet and undated papers