Santos Galbée 2961 - Two-Tone - Watch Only - Unknown

Santos Galbée 2961 - Two-Tone - Watch Only - Unknown

A two-tone Santos Galbée that pairs a stainless steel case and integrated bracelet with an 18k yellow gold bezel and signature exposed screws. The automatic ref 2961 carries forward Louis Cartier's original Santos silhouette with its sapphire cabochon crown, white Roman dial, and blued steel sword hands.

Details:

• Reference: 2961
• Year: Unknown
• Case Size: 29mm, stainless steel case with 18k yellow gold bezel
• Bezel: 18k yellow gold with the signature exposed Santos screws
• Dial: White with painted black Roman numerals, blued steel sword hands, railroad minute track, and date at 3 o'clock
• Movement: Automatic
• Bracelet: Integrated two-tone, stainless steel with 18k yellow gold screws and center accents
• Crystal: Sapphire
• Clasp: Cartier-signed folding clasp
• Crown: Octagonal with blue sapphire cabochon

Set Includes:

• Watch head only, no box, papers, or additional accessories

Condition:

• Twotone, sharp case and bracelet, good condition with normal signs of wear
• Dial, hands and railroad track clean with no visible damage
• Crystal free of significant scratches
• Running, all functions operating

The Santos Galbée is the direct descendant of the very first purpose-built men's wristwatch, designed by Louis Cartier in 1904 for the aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont so he could keep time without taking his hands off the controls.