Cartier Vintage Platinum & 3.00ctw Diamond Watch | Rockefeller Provenance

Carat Weight: Diamonds approx. 3.00 cts.

Color/Clarity: G-H / VS

Certifications:

Size: 5 inches (Length)

Creator: Cartier

Metal: Platinum

Weight: 23.00 grams

Period: Circa 1950

Condition: Pre-owned

A rare intersection of high horology and American history, this Cartier diamond wristwatch is a masterwork of mid-century elegance. This timepiece carries an extraordinary provenance, having been formerly in the private collection of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Rockefeller 3rd. The watch descended through the family to their daughter, Sandra Ferry Rockefeller, representing a tangible link to one of the most influential philanthropic and art-collecting legacies in the United States.

Masterfully crafted in solid platinum, the watch features a streamlined, modern silhouette with a manual-winding movement. It is lavishly set with 42 baguette diamonds and 4 square-cut diamonds, totaling approximately 3.00 carats. These high-quality stones (G-H color, VS clarity) provide a sophisticated, crystalline brilliance that epitomizes the "Jeweler of Kings" aesthetic.

The design reflects the refined post-war femininity of the 1950s, featuring a linear bracelet and a compact, geometric watch head. For the serious collector, this watch offers more than just beauty; it is a piece of the Rockefeller legacy, preserved in the timeless medium of Cartier platinum and diamonds.

Ref. :W1043