Cartier Paris Gondole Vintage Ref 78085 Manual Wind 18kt Yellow Gold Case
Brand: Cartier
Model: Gondole
Reference: 78085
Case: 18kt Yellow Gold
Size: 27x25mm
Band: Leather with 18Kt Deplo
Caliber: Manual 078-1
Year: 1970s circa
Box&Papers: No
Condition: 9/10
General Overview
Cartier released the ‘Louis Cartier Collection’ in 1972 to celebrate moving its manufacture from France to Switzerland. The Gondole was one of the new additions that celebrated the flashy aesthetics of the 1970s. Gondole model were released in jumbo size, mid size like this example and lady size.
Description and Condition Report
We’re delighted to offer a beautiful example of mid size Cartier Gondole Horizontal model from the 70s. This example bearing the ref 78085 it’s powered by a manual wind 078-1 caliber. Original and very good conditions dial with Paris writing at 6 o’clocks. The beautiful stepped case is made in 18kt yellow gold and looks very well preserved, possibly unpolished conditions. Original cabochon crown. The watch is very well preserved for its age and comes with a 18Kt yellow gold cartier buckle.