Cartier Santos-Dumont Ref. WGSA0099 in platinum blends flight history and design finesse with a shimmering blue aventurine dial and manual elegance.
The Cartier Santos-Dumont Ref. WGSA0099 pays tribute to one of the most storied friendships in horological history, that of Louis Cartier and aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont. With this limited-edition platinum creation, Cartier captures the romance of early aviation, blending elegance, innovation, and adventure into a timepiece that soars beyond convention. More than a watch, it is a legacy of vision and courage, sculpted in Platinum 950/1000 and powered by intent.
Produced in only 100 pieces worldwide, this edition stands as a rare collector’s treasure, a fusion of artistry and exclusivity. Each watch is engraved with its unique number, underscoring Cartier’s dedication to individuality and craftsmanship. Like the pioneering flights of Santos-Dumont himself, every piece carries a spirit of daring and discovery that transcends time.
Defined by architectural purity and graceful form, the 43.5 mm × 31.4 mm platinum case expresses Cartier’s enduring balance between geometry and emotion. The rounded edges, visible screws, and gentle curvature remain faithful to the original Santos design. A beaded crown set with a ruby cabochon evokes nobility and Cartier’s unmistakable aesthetic signature. On the back, a delicate engraving honors “La Baladeuse,” one of Santos-Dumont’s famed flying machines — an homage to imagination, heritage, and flight.
The deep blue aventurine-glass dial shimmers with celestial depth, recalling the starlit skies once charted by early aviators. Polished steel apple-shaped hands glide over its surface, maintaining Cartier’s timeless elegance and clarity. Framed beneath a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, the dial’s luminous texture captures the poetry of the night sky, subtle, infinite, and endlessly evocative.
At the heart of this refined timepiece beats the manual-winding Caliber 430 MC, a movement revered for its finesse and precision. Beating at 21,600 vibrations per hour and offering a 38-hour power reserve, it represents Cartier’s mastery of mechanical artistry. The movement’s simplicity, hours and minutes only, reflects purity of purpose, a quiet ode to focus and refinement.
The blue alligator leather strap embraces the wrist with confidence and sophistication. Its tone harmonizes beautifully with the dial and ruby crown, while the platinum ardillon buckle adds balance and grace. Each detail resonates with Cartier’s sense of proportion, comfort, and poise, a seamless continuation of its legendary design language.
With Cartier Care, owners enjoy an extended International Limited Warranty of up to 8 years, along with dedicated after-sales service and personalized support. This commitment ensures that every Cartier timepiece endures not just as a possession, but as a lifelong companion in excellence.
The Santos-Dumont Ref. CRWGSA0099 is more than a watch; it is a testament to invention, friendship, and the art of elegance. Limited to just 100 pieces, this platinum creation celebrates the pioneering spirit of flight and the enduring genius of Cartier design. Experience this exceptional creation at Jewels by Love, your authorized Cartier retailer, where heritage, imagination, and timeless craftsmanship come together in perfect harmony.
| Case Material | Platinum |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cartier |
| Winding | Manual winding mechanical movement |
| Case Length (mm) | 43.5 |
| Case Back Material | Platinum |
| Exhibition Back | No |
| Case Metal | Platinum |
| Water Resistance (m) | 30 |
| Case Width (mm) | 31.4 |
| Case Thickness (mm) | 7.3 |
| Case Shape | Square |
| Limited Edition | Yes, Ref. WGSA0099 is limited to 100pcs |
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.
