Cartier Santos Ronde 1561/1
Cartier Santos Ronde 1561/1
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Description
Cartier Santos Ronde 1561/1 – 30mm x 35mm – Quartz – Stainless Steel – Papers
CHW7364
£3200
A superb example of the increasingly sought-after Cartier Santos Ronde reference 1561/1, combining the iconic design language of the Santos collection with the elegance of a round case. Featuring the signature screwed bezel, classic Roman numeral dial and integrated Santos bracelet, this is a wonderfully versatile Cartier that works equally well as an everyday watch or a refined dress piece.
Presented in outstanding condition, this example retains a sharp case and a particularly tight bracelet, something rarely seen on watches of this age.
Key Details
• Model: Cartier Santos Ronde
• Reference: 1561/1
• Year: Circa 2000
• Case Size: 30mm x 35mm
• Case Material: Stainless steel
• Bezel: Santos screw-down bezel
• Dial: White enamel dial
• Hour Markers: Black Roman numerals
• Minute Track: Inner railway minute track
• Hands: Blued steel hands
• Seconds: Central sweep seconds hand
• Date: Quick-set date function
• Crystal: Sapphire crystal
• Crown: Recessed sapphire cabochon crown
• Movement: Cartier quartz
• Bracelet: Original Santos stainless steel bracelet
• Clasp: Cartier deployment clasp with die-struck Cartier logo
• Wrist Size: Fits approximately 17cm wrist
• Guarantee: 12-month mechanical / electrical guarantee
Condition Report
Case: Good condition with only signs of careful wear only visible on close inspection.
Bezel: Good condition with crisp screw details and no notable damage.
Dial: Perfect white enamel dial with strong Roman numerals and excellent legibility.
Crystal: Sapphire crystal clean and free from noticeable marks.
Bracelet: Tight original Santos bracelet in good condition.
Overall: A beautifully preserved example free from significant nicks or dings. Scratches only visible on close inspection.
Working Order
Quartz movement operating perfectly.
Quick-set date function working correctly.
All functions operating exactly as intended.
Supplied with our 12-month mechanical / electrical guarantee.
Our View
The Santos Ronde is one of Cartier’s most underrated models. It combines the unmistakable DNA of the Santos collection with a softer and more versatile round case design, creating a watch that feels both sporty and elegant.
What really impresses here is the condition. The sharp case, clean dial and notably tight bracelet suggest careful ownership throughout its life. The compact dimensions make it an excellent choice for gentlemen seeking a refined daily wearer or for anyone looking for a sportier Cartier with timeless appeal.
The addition of the original Cartier papers further enhances the watch’s desirability and collectability, making it an increasingly difficult model to source in such complete and original condition.
What’s Included
Cartier Santos Ronde 1561/1
Original Cartier papers (undated)
Original Cartier stainless steel bracelet
Presentation pouch
12-month mechanical / electrical guarantee
Insured shipping
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Product REF: CHW7364
