Cartier Ballon Bleu Solid 18ct Yellow Gold 36mm Auto Gents Ladies Watch 2026 Service

This watch has the following features:

- Swiss made high precision Cartier signed self-winding automatic movement

- Silver guilloché dial signed "Cartier Automatic Swiss Made" with Roman Numeral hour markers, black chapter ring

- Solid 18ct Yellow Gold case (~36mm excluding crown) with solid gold crown encrusted with blue cabochon

- Solid 18ct Yellow Gold screw down caseback with Cartier insignia, model, and unique serial numbers

- Solid 18ct Yellow Gold 'H' shaped bracelet (suitable for a ~7 inch wrist)

- Blued steel sword style hour and minute hands with sweep second hand

- Scratch resistant, domed sapphire crystal glass

- 30m water resistance

A piece of pure design excellence, Cartier fused traditional high-end Swiss horological design with precious metal craftsmanship in this most luxurious expression of the Ballon Bleu. Instantly recognisable as a Cartier creation thanks to the iconic pebble case, Roman Numerals and floating sapphire crown, this reference elevates the design further through its entirely solid 18ct Yellow Gold construction. This Ballon Bleu is offered as a complete, best-in-class example, accompanied by its original Cartier box and papers, and having just undergone a comprehensive Cartier service in February 2026, with the remainder of the 24-month service warranty running through to 2028, it is quite simply the finest example available on the market today.

This reference 3002 Ballon Bleu features a 36mm Solid 18ct Yellow Gold case, a size celebrated for its timeless proportions and remarkable versatility. It can be worn beautifully by a lady who prefers a larger, more assertive watch than traditional feminine sizes, or equally by a gentleman seeking a refined, classic fit - very much in line with iconic 36mm references such as the Rolex Datejust. The guilloché dial is elegant and dynamic, catching the light effortlessly, framed perfectly by the rich yellow gold pebble case. A closer look reveals broad Roman Numerals and Cartier’s discreet ‘secret signature’ at 7 O’Clock. At the heart of the watch beats a high precision Cartier signed movement, smooth, refined, and dependable. Securing the watch to the wrist is the substantial Solid 18ct Yellow Gold bracelet, finished with a hidden deployant clasp for a seamless, jewellery-like fit. Sapphire crystal glass provides durability, while the date aperture at 3 O’Clock adds everyday practicality. This is a true segment piece - refined, versatile, and unapologetically luxurious.

Mechanically, the watch has just been serviced by Cartier in February 2026 and has been brought to the very best standard in terms of ergonomics, integrity, aesthetics, and chronometry. The remainder of the manufacturer's 24-month service warranty travels with the watch to the new owner, offering complete peace of mind. On the wrist it looks wonderful - a truly stunning watch. Being a gold piece, there can be extremely gentle signs of wear. These can be less significant than a fingerprint, but are only mentioned for complete transparency considering it is a softer metal than the Steel counterpart. The watch remains in warranty until February 2028 for peace of mind.

Along with the watch itself comes the original Cartier box and papers, Cartier service/warranty card, a Cartier pouch an invoice for your purchase, and a certificate showing the serial has a clean history.

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