Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier 18 ct white gold automatic Kal. 076 Ref. 3004 On Sale
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Brand : Cartier
Model : Ballon Bleu de Cartier
Type : men's watch
construction : ~ 2015
Mouvement : automatic
Movement/Caliber : 076
Case number : 99658NX
Reference number : 3004
Case material : 18 ct white gold
Glass : sapphire glass
Clock face : silver
Accessories : pictured new box
Clock face : very good condition
Glass : very good condition
Case : good condition
Case back : very good condition with minimal traces of use
Bracelet : good condition
Movement/Caliber : fully operational / checked for performance, authenticity and functionality
Diameter : 36.50 mm
Height : 12.00 mm
Bracelet material : leather
fits up to a wrist of : 175.00 mm
Clasp : original 18K Cartier buckle
Description : High-Quality black Cartier leather strap made from selected alligator leather.
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