Cartier Santos Galbée (1990s)

• Brand: Cartier
• Model: Santos (galbée)
• Reference: n/a
• Year: 1990’s
• Case: gold and steel
• Dimensions: 29 x 34mm
• Movement: quartz
• Functions: date, hours, minutes, grande seconde
• Strap: Cartier (rubber and steel) – deployant buckle
• Warranty: 24 Months
• Accessories: soft Cartier pouches, strap invoice

Unlock the secrets of time with our vintage Cartier Santos Galbée from the 1990s!

A watch born out of a tale of friendship, the Santos was conceived at the request of aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont by his friend Louis Cartier. From pioneering aviation adventures to gracing the wrists of style icons, the Santos has stood the test of time as a symbol of sophistication and innovation.

The Cartier Santos and Santos Galbée differ in size, shape, features such as the date window, hands, and minute tracks, with the Galbée showcasing blued steel hands and a railway minute track, while the other has black hands filled with LumiNova and hash marks.

Embark on a journey through time and keep ticking in style!

Did you know? Cartier, with the help of watchmaker Edmond Jaeger, created the first wristwatch for Santos-Dumont in 1904, revolutionizing timekeeping for pilots. Alberto Santos-Dumont, known for his aviation achievements in early 20th century, required an accessible timepiece to measure his aerial exploits. Unlike the traditional pocket watch of the era.