A high jewelry marvel, the Panthère de Cartier Ref. HPI01518 unites diamond-set artistry with a celestial day/night complication and manual movement.
A celebration of Cartier’s eternal muse, the Panthère de Cartier Day/Night Watch Ref. HPI01518 is an exquisite embodiment of French luxury, bringing together haute horlogerie, artistic storytelling, and high jewelry craftsmanship. Designed for the true collector, this timepiece is part of Cartier’s most prestigious offerings, where exceptional materials meet rare complications and sculptural elegance.
Crafted in 750/1000 rhodiumized white gold, the 40 mm case becomes a luminous statement with 288 brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 2.82 carats. Its round-shaped crystal reveals a dial that blurs the line between timekeeping and fine jewelry, while the sapphire crystal case back unveils the refined mechanical movement within. With a case thickness of 11.75 mm and water resistance up to 3 bar, the watch balances grandeur with everyday wearability. Top Wesselton (F-G) diamonds enhance the luxurious presence, making this piece a true jewel on the wrist.
At the heart of this timepiece lies Cartier’s most iconic figure — the panther. Composed of white gold, black lacquered spots, and emerald-set eyes, the feline rests against a dial of blue aventurine glass and 319 brilliant-cut diamonds (0.57 carats), invoking the cosmic beauty of a starlit night. This intricate display reflects Cartier’s mastery in sculpting lifelike jewelry with depth, personality, and soul. Here, Cartier blurs boundaries between métiers d'art and haute horlogerie, delivering a piece that is not only a watch, but a jewel with narrative, a signature trait of the Maison’s High Jewelry and Privé-level exclusivity.
Powering this piece is the manual-winding Caliber 9982 MC, a creation from Cartier’s own haute horlogerie workshops. It features a poetic day/night complication with celestial transitions and a retrograde minute hand, delivering both functional storytelling and mechanical artistry. With a diameter of 31.98 mm and a thickness of 4.85 mm, this finely engineered movement offers a 48-hour power reserve and exemplifies Cartier’s commitment to movement design that complements visual artistry. It is a rare technical achievement wrapped in an even rarer visual language.
This exceptional piece comes with two interchangeable alligator leather straps in dark blue and black, allowing the wearer to shift between moods while maintaining timeless elegance. The deep tones enhance the contrast of the dial and highlight the radiant form of the panther in its dreamy setting.
Since 1847, Cartier has defined the intersection of watchmaking, artistry, and luxury. The Panthère de Cartier Day/Night Watch Ref. HPI01518 stands at the pinnacle of this legacy, a creation that seamlessly integrates high jewelry aesthetics with high complication watchmaking. Belonging to Cartier’s realm of Haute Joaillerie timepieces, this model is a shining example of the Maison’s savoir-faire, echoing the spirit of its most exclusive collections, including the Privé line and Métiers d’Art series, where rarity, innovation, and craftsmanship reign supreme.
Through Cartier Care, you can enjoy up to 8 years of extended International Limited Warranty, along with access to a personalized range of exclusive after-sales services to preserve the integrity and brilliance of your Cartier timepiece.
The Panthère de Cartier Day/Night Watch Ref. HPI01518 is a treasure for collectors, a work of horological sculpture that captures the elegance of time, the soul of the panther, and the legacy of Cartier. With its intricate dial, precious materials, and poetic complication, it is an invitation to embrace rarity and refinement.
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| Case Material | Platinum |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cartier |
| Diameter (mm) | 40 |
| Winding | Manual winding |
| Case Length (mm) | 40 |
| Case Back Material | Sapphire Crystal |
| Exhibition Back | Yes |
| Case Metal | White Gold |
| Water Resistance (m) | 30 |
| Case Thickness (mm) | 11.75 |
| Case Shape | Round |
Individually handcrafted Cartier watches are among the most coveted watches in the world. The Cartier brand is one of the most prestigious luxury goods brands in the world and is most widely recognized as a maker of fine watches along with their iconic jewelry. The brand was founded in 1847 by the French jeweller Louis-François Cartier. Since then, Cartier has turned into one of the most recognizable luxury brands in the world. The Cartier watch collection features a wide range of styles, from classic watches with a vintage design to modern watches with a sleek design suitable for both women and men. All Cartier watches are designed to withstand daily wear and tear and are made with some of the most exquisite materials available in the watch industry, such as titanium, ADLC, PVD, 18-karat rose gold, pink gold, white gold with ofcourse stainless steel.
