The Cartier Ballon Bleu Ref. CRWJBB0086 is a refined 36 mm luxury watch in 18K rose gold adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds, powered by an automatic mechanical movement.
A Timeless Cartier Icon
The Ballon Bleu de Cartier Ref. CRWJBB0086 is a poetic expression of luxury, femininity and iconic Cartier design, created for women who appreciate timeless elegance. With its 36 mm diameter, the watch offers presence without excess, making it perfect for both daily wear and evening refinement. It remains one of Cartier’s most recognizable and beloved creations.
18K Rose Gold Case
The case is crafted in 18K rose gold (750/1000), offering a warm and luxurious glow. The signature rounded pebble-shaped case, polished to perfection, reflects light beautifully and rests smoothly against the wrist. The soft curvature ensures exceptional comfort while reinforcing the watch’s identity as a Cartier design masterpiece.
Set with 54 Brilliant-Cut Diamonds
The bezel is lavished with 54 brilliant-cut diamonds, each carefully selected for superior clarity and brilliance. Expert gem-setting enhances the luxurious aesthetics of the case, adding radiance and high jewelry sparkle without overwhelming the purity of the design. This diamond adornment gives the watch a high-end, feminine and prestigious character.
Iconic Sapphire-Set Crown
A signature hallmark of the Ballon Bleu collection is the fluted crown protected by a smooth arch, creating its distinctive asymmetrical silhouette. The crown is set with Cartier’s signature cabochon-cut blue sapphire, adding a vibrant color accent and reinforcing the watch’s instantly recognizable identity. This protected crown design is one of the most famous technical and visual elements of the Ballon Bleu family.
Classic Roman Numeral Dial
The dial features Cartier’s iconic elongated Roman numeral hour markers, offering elegant structure and a timeless classical feel. The numbers arc gracefully around the crown intrusion, demonstrating Cartier’s architectural craftsmanship and design intelligence. The layout ensures excellent readability while preserving the sophistication expected from a luxury Cartier timepiece.
Blued Steel Sword-Shaped Hands
The watch is fitted with sword-shaped hands in blued steel, created using a traditional heat-treating technique. Their deep sapphire tone provides superb contrast against the dial, ensuring instant readability while reinforcing Cartier’s heritage of traditional watchmaking finishes. This feature remains one of the most recognizable signatures of Cartier’s dial aesthetics.
Automatic Mechanical Movement
Powering the Ref. WJBB0086 is a mechanical movement with automatic winding, offering reliable performance without manual winding when worn regularly. This movement reflects Cartier’s commitment to fine mechanical horology, ensuring that the watch is not just beautiful, but also precise, durable and technically impressive.
Day/Night Complication
Adding another layer of technical interest, the watch features a day/night indicator, bringing a poetic interpretation of the passing hours. This complication offers practical functionality while adding emotional charm to the timepiece. Its integration into the dial is subtle and elegant, maintaining the clean and balanced aesthetic Cartier is known for.
Protected by Sapphire Crystal
The dial is covered by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, selected for superior durability, clarity and protection. This ensures that the brilliance of the diamonds, rose gold and blued hands remains visible and uncompromised over years of wear. The watch also offers practical everyday water resistance, making it suitable for regular use.
A Statement of Cartier Excellence
The Ballon Bleu de Cartier Ref. WJBB0086 is not simply a watch—it is a luxury statement of craftsmanship, sophistication and Parisian elegance. Combining 18K rose gold, 54 brilliant-cut diamonds, an automatic movement and the iconic Ballon Bleu silhouette, it stands as a refined and collectible masterpiece. For the woman who desires artistry, prestige and timeless beauty, this model represents Cartier at its finest.
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| Brand | Cartier |
|---|---|
| Diameter (mm) | 36 |
| Winding | Mechanical movement with automatic winding |
| Case Length (mm) | 36 |
| Case Back Material | Sapphire crystal & 18K rose gold |
| Exhibition Back | Yes |
| Case Metal | 18K rose gold |
| Case Width (mm) | 36 |
| Case Thickness (mm) | 12.1 |
| 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.
