Cartier, Santos Carrée, "Khanjar", ca 1993.
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Case size: 29 x 29 (41) mm
Material: steel/gold
Movement: automatic
Year: circa 1993
Crystal: sapphire crystal
Bracelet: integrated original bracelet, folding clasp, ref. 11/92
Reference number: 1172961
Serial number: 124'639
Accompanied by: box (not contemporary)
The general impression is good. Wear due to age and use. Damaged dial ("Spider Dial").
The movement is running at the time of cataloguing, Bukowskis does not guarantee the future function of the movement. Please note that the movement has not been tested for timekeeping accuracy and may need a service at the buyer's expense. Watches have been opened to examine movements therefore no warranties are made that the watches are water-resistant. Potential buyers should inspect each watch to satisfy themselves as to condition. For more information, please read our Conditions of Purchase.
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The Cartier Santos Carrée currently on offer boasts a distinctive and coveted Khanjar dial, which harks back to the year 1993, as confirmed by Cartier themselves. This unique timepiece carries a special significance, discernible through the presence of the Khanjar crest discreetly adorning the 9 o'clock position. This discreet yet meaningful detail hints at its distinguished provenance, as this watch was specially commissioned by none other than the revered Omani royal family.
The late Sultan Qaboos bin Said, known not only for his reign but also for his passion for horology, was renowned for his affinity for timepieces. A prominent aspect of his legacy was the tradition of gifting watches, and these bestowed timekeepers consistently bore the emblem of Oman, signifying their royal origin. It comes as no surprise, then, that these watches have earned a place of high esteem among discerning collectors, making them some of the most sought-after horological treasures in the world.