Pre-owned Santos-Dumont de Cartier watch
Santos-Dumont Small, Large or XL, quartz or manual winding: tell us the version you are looking for, and we will find it and inspect it for you.
Santos-Dumont Small, Large or XL, quartz or manual winding: tell us the version you are looking for, and we will find it and inspect it for you.
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1 piece in santos dumont cartier is available right now from 7 990 €, around 7 990 € at median value. Every piece is unique, authenticated by our experts in Paris and shipped insured within 10 to 14 business days.
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Observed conditions
- Excellent condition
Cartier Santos-Dumont
The Santos watch was born of the friendship between Louis Cartier and the aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to read the time in flight: the watch was created in 1904. The Santos-Dumont, thinner and fitted on a leather strap, differs from the sporty Santos de Cartier with its interchangeable bracelet.
Main sizes and versions
- Small and Large quartz models, introduced with the 2019 reissue.
- Manual-winding XL (calibre 430 MC), added in 2020.
- Steel, yellow gold, rose gold and limited editions.
- The Santos de Cartier (metal bracelet) is covered on its own page.
What drives value
- The size and movement.
- The case metal and dial colour.
- Limited editions.
- The box and papers.
Price benchmarks are published on the Value page: they are market estimates, not sale prices.
Authentication checkpoints
- Visible bezel screws.
- Discreet "Cartier" signature in the dial, present on many models, in a position that varies with the reference and period.
- Numbers engraved on the caseback.
- Movement inspected by a watchmaker.
None of these signs is enough on its own to guarantee authenticity: features vary across years and references. Every piece is examined as a whole by our experts before any offer.
How to describe your search
- Give the size and movement you want.
- Specify the metal and dial colour.
- Let us know if a limited edition interests you.
Created by Louis Cartier in 1904 for his friend Alberto Santos-Dumont, the Santos is one of the first wristwatches in history.
Sizes & formats
- Santos Medium 35 mm
- Santos Large 40 mm
Leathers & materials
- Steel
- Steel/yellow gold
- Or
Price range
- Santos Medium steel: 6 500 – 8 500 €
- Large: 7 500 – 10 000 €
Frequently asked questions — Buying Santos Dumont Cartier
What is the price of a pre-owned Cartier Santos?
A steel Santos de Cartier Large generally trades between 6 000 and 8 000 €, a Medium between 5 500 and 7 000 €, gold and steel versions between 9 000 and 14 000 €.
Which Cartier Santos size or reference should you choose?
Sizes Small, Medium and Large, QuickSwitch interchangeable bracelet system and SmartLink adjustment, steel, yellow gold or rose gold.
How do you authenticate a Cartier Santos?
Perfectly aligned bezel screws, clear sapphire cabochon on the crown, Cartier secret signature hidden in the dial's Roman numerals, serial number engraved on the back.
Does the Cartier Santos hold its value?
The first modern wristwatch (1904), the Santos benefits from the lasting resurgence of Cartier watches: its value has significantly increased since 2019. At Monogram Paris, every Cartier Santos is authenticated and offered with a certificate, and can later be bought back or consigned for resale.
How is the authenticity of a piece from Cartier guaranteed?
Each piece is examined by our panel of experts (AI-assisted Entrupy analysis, complemented by a manual review from a watchmaker). Stitching, hardware, markings, date code, and accessories are checked one by one. A Monogram Paris certificate of authenticity is provided to the buyer.
What is the delivery time?
Shipping within 10 to 14 working days after authentication, insured door-to-door (UPS, Chronopost). Free delivery for purchases over 1 000 €; personal handover possible in Paris by appointment.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes. Interest-free payment in 3 instalments is offered for baskets up to 5 000 € (subject to eligibility); beyond this, payment is made by credit card or bank transfer. Apple Pay and Google Pay are also accepted.
What is the returns policy?
As each piece is unique and authenticated, returns are not accepted except in cases of hidden defect or proven non-conformity. Before any purchase, our advisor will answer your questions, share additional photos, and arrange a video call if you wish (contact@monogramparis.com).
Why choose Monogram Paris for a piece from Cartier?
A rigorous selection of unique pieces available immediately — without boutique waiting lists — at prices generally below new. Professional authentication, certificate provided to the buyer, concierge and after-sales service in French in Paris.