Cartier Santos Watches
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Cartier Santos watches have earned a reputation for their unparalleled artistry and classic design, rooted in a rich history dating back to 1904.
The Cartier Santos is the one of the brand's oldest and continually produced watch collections to date, whose most distinguishing feature is the daring square shape of its case - an emblematic aspect of the collection.
The sleek and sharp edges of the case contribute to a timeless design that strikes the perfect balance between vintage and contemporary. Once you lay your eyes on a Cartier Santos, you won't be able to resist its captivating charm.
The Cartier Santos is the one of the brand's oldest and continually produced watch collections to date, whose most distinguishing feature is the daring square shape of its case - an emblematic aspect of the collection.
The sleek and sharp edges of the case contribute to a timeless design that strikes the perfect balance between vintage and contemporary. Once you lay your eyes on a Cartier Santos, you won't be able to resist its captivating charm.
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Cartier Santos Galbee XL Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch W20099C4 Card
Stock Number: 74883
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Cartier Santos 100 Midsize Steel Rose Gold Mens Watch W20107X7 Box Papers
Stock Number: 79519
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Cartier Santos Silver Dial Medium Steel Mens Watch WSSA0029 Box Card
Stock Number: 75257
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Cartier Santos 100 XL Steel Yellow Gold Chronograph Mens Watch W20091X7
Stock Number: 76820
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Cartier Santos Medium Steel Green Dial Mens Watch WSSA0061 Box Card
Stock Number: 79535
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Cartier Santos 100 Midsize Steel Silver Dial Mens Watch W20106X8
Stock Number: 77236
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Cartier Santos Galbee XL Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch W20099C4
Stock Number: 75145
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Cartier Santos XL Chronograph Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch W2SA0008
Stock Number: 77489
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Cartier Santos 100 Large Steel Silver Dial Mens Watch W20073X8
Stock Number: 77233
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Cartier Santos 100 Medium Silver Dial Steel Mens Watch W20126X8
Stock Number: 77237
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Cartier Santos Steel ADLC Grey Dial Mens Watch WSSA0037 Box Card
Stock Number: 77044
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Cartier Santos Large Steel Green Dial Mens Watch WSSA0062 Box Card
Stock Number: 79153
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Cartier Santos 100 XL Chronograph Steel Mens Watch WSSA0017 Box Card
Stock Number: 77483X
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Cartier Santos Large Silver Dial Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch W2SA0006 Card
Stock Number: 75615
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Cartier Santos Blue Dial Diamond Steel Mens Watch W4SA0006 Box Card
Stock Number: 61323
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Cartier Santos Large Steel Silver Dial Mens Watch WSSA0018 Box Card
Stock Number: 77451
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Cartier Santos 100 Large Steel Silver Dial Mens Watch W20073X8
Stock Number: 77232
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Cartier Santos 100 Large Steel Silver Dial Mens Watch W20073X8 Papers
Stock Number: 77231
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Cartier Santos Blue Dial Diamond Steel Mens Watch W4SA0006 Box Card
Stock Number: 61158
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Cartier Santos 100 XL Chronograph Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch W20091X7
Stock Number: 76997
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Cartier Santos Large Rose Gold Silver Dial Mens Watch WGSA0011
Stock Number: 77032
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Cartier Santos 100 Large Steel Black Strap Mens Watch W20073X8
Stock Number: 76818
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Cartier Santos Galbee Small Steel Yellow Gold Moonphase Ladies Watch W20008C4
Stock Number: 75666
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Cartier Santos 100 Steel Yellow Gold Silver Dial Mens Watch W20072X7
Stock Number: 76343
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Cartier Santos Stainless Steel Diamond Blue Dial Mens Watch W4SA0006 Box Card
Stock Number: 53483
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Cartier Santos 100 Steel Yellow Gold Silver Dial Mens Watch W20072X7
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Cartier Santos 100 Steel Yellow Gold Silver Dial Mens Watch W20072X7
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Cartier Santos Galbee XL Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch W20099C4 Papers
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Cartier Santos Galbee XL Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch W20099C4
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Cartier Santos 100 Steel Yellow Gold Silver Dial Mens Watch W20072X7
Stock Number: 76340
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Cartier Santos Midsize Yellow Gold Diamond Mens Watch WJSA0008 Box Card
Stock Number: 62803
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Cartier Santos 100 Steel Yellow Gold Silver Dial Mens Watch W20072X7
Stock Number: 75923
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Cartier Santos Steel ADLC Grey Dial Mens Watch WSSA0037 Box Card
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Cartier Santos Large Steel Yellow Gold Mens Watch W2SA0006 Card
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Founded in 1847 in Paris by the visionary Louis-François Cartier, the legendary house of Cartier has gained unparalleled global recognition. Esteemed and revered worldwide, Cartier epitomizes elegance, reliability, and sophistication, transcending the mere notion of timekeeping to become a symbol of refined luxury.
Among Cartier's most iconic timepieces, the Cartier Santos holds a place of profound historical significance. Originating in 1904, Louis Cartier created the Santos de Cartier for his dear friend and aviation pioneer, Alberto Santos-Dumont. Seeking a reliable and easily readable wristwatch for his airborne ventures, Santos-Dumont's request marked the birth of the first commercially available pilot watch, solidifying the Santos de Cartier as a pioneering timepiece with a rich heritage.
Beyond its historical impact, the Santos watch continues to inspire contemporary designs and sets the benchmark for modern pilot watches with its enduring elegance and timeless appeal. Over the years, Cartier has innovatively expanded and refined the Santos collection, offering a diverse range of sizes, materials, and styles. From classic steel to luxurious gold, the watches are available with or without diamonds, and some even feature interchangeable straps for added versatility.
Whether a seasoned aficionado or new to the world of horology, the Santos de Cartier effortlessly complements any watch collection, exuding an eternal charm. At SwissWatchExpo, we are dedicated to guiding you through the selection process, ensuring a seamless and exhilarating journey as you explore our extensive collection of exquisite Cartier Santos watches.
Cartier Santos Watch Prices
The price of a Cartier Santos can vary greatly, depending on case size, movement and material. Accessible entry points into the collection range from $2,500 to $6,500, a tier heavily populated by vintage references like the Santos Octagon and the sharply angular Santos Carrée. Moving into current production, standard stainless steel models anchor the mid-tier market. Highly popular contemporary releases, such as the classic Santos de Cartier Silver Dial Large and the striking Blue Dial Medium, trade steadily within the $5,800 to $7,800 band.
At the upper echelons, valuations scale rapidly with solid precious metals and high-horology complications. Full 18k yellow and rose gold references across the Santos de Cartier and Santos-Dumont lines routinely command $24,000 to $34,000. Meanwhile, intricate open-worked masterpieces like the Rose Gold Skeleton are at the absolute peak tier and reliably change hands between $50,000 and $60,000.
| Model / Ref | Era | Popular Name | Metal | Bezel/Dial | Retail Price in USD | Pre-Owned Price (Approx) in USD - With Box and Papers | Notable Feature |
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| Santos de Cartier WSSA0009 | Current | Silver Dial Large | Steel | Steel | 8650 | $6,300 - $7,500 | Classic silvered opaline dial, large size. |
| Santos de Cartier W2SA0016 | Current | Two-Tone Medium | Steel & 18k Yellow Gold | Yellow Gold | 11750 | $9,500 - $11,000 | QuickSwitch system and SmartLink bracelet sizing. |
| Santos de Cartier W2SA0009 | Current | Two-Tone Large | Steel & 18k Yellow Gold | Yellow Gold | 13250 | $10,500 - $12,000 | Date window at 6 o'clock, in-house automatic. |
| Santos de Cartier WSSA0029 | Current | Steel Medium | Steel | Steel | 7750 | $5,800 - $6,800 | Versatile daily wearer without a date complication. |
| Santos de Cartier WSSA0018 | Current | Steel Large | Steel | Steel | 8650 | $6,300 - $7,500 | Includes date window; strong everyday luxury sport watch. |
| Santos de Cartier WSSA0071 | Current | Blue Dial Large | Steel | Steel | 8650 | $6,800 - $7,800 | Stunning gradient blue dial with Roman numerals. |
| Santos de Cartier WSSA0063 | Current | Blue Dial Medium | Steel | Steel | 7750 | $6,500 - $7,300 | Striking blue dial in the classic medium proportion. |
| Santos de Cartier WSSA0037 | Current | ADLC Bezel Large | Steel & ADLC | Black ADLC | 8950 | $7,000 - $8,100 | Sporty black ADLC bezel with dark gray dial. |
| Santos de Cartier WSSA0039 | Current | All Black ADLC Large | Black ADLC Steel | Black ADLC | 9300 | $7,500 - $8,500 | Stealthy all-black matte appearance. |
| Santos de Cartier WGSA0011 | Current | Rose Gold Large | 18k Rose Gold | 18k Rose Gold | 44300 | $28,000 - $34,000 | Full solid rose gold case and bracelet. |
| Santos de Cartier WGSA0029 | Current | Yellow Gold Large | 18k Yellow Gold | 18k Yellow Gold | 44300 | $28,000 - $34,000 | Classic full yellow gold statement piece. |
| Santos de Cartier WGSA0028 | Current | Rose Gold Medium | 18k Rose Gold | 18k Rose Gold | 19000 | $24,000 - $28,000 | Solid rose gold in the versatile medium format. |
| Santos de Cartier WHSA0015 | Current | Steel Skeleton | Steel | Steel | 33500 | $24,000 - $28,000 | Open-worked dial with numerals forming the bridges. |
| Santos de Cartier WSSA0062 | Current | Green Dial Large | Steel | Steel | 8650 | $7,000 - $8,000 | Iridescent green dial with silver Roman numerals. |
| Santos de Cartier WSSA0061 | Current | Green Dial Medium | Steel | Steel | 7750 | $6,800 - $7,500 | Vibrant emerald green dial option. |
| Santos de Cartier W2SA0008 | Current | Two-Tone Chrono XL | Steel & 18k Yellow Gold | Yellow Gold | 17100 | $12,000 - $14,000 | Modified 1904-CH MC with pusher at 9 o'clock. |
| Santos de Cartier WHSA0016 | Current | Rose Gold Skeleton | 18k Rose Gold | 18k Rose Gold | 77000 | $50,000 - $60,000 | Spectacular solid gold skeletonized showcase piece. |
| Santos-Dumont WSSA0032 | Current | Steel Dumont XL | Steel | Steel | 7600 | $5,000 - $6,000 | Ultra-thin manual-wind in the larger XL case. |
| Santos-Dumont WSSA0023 | Current | Steel Dumont Small | Steel | Steel | 7750 | $3,200 - $3,900 | Elegant and classic small quartz dress watch. |
| Santos-Dumont W2SA0034 | Current | Two-Tone XL Dumont | Steel & 18k Yellow Gold | 18k Rose Gold | 10700 | $7,000 - $8,200 | Manual wind with warm rose gold bezel contrast. |
| Santos-Dumont WGSA0112 | Current | Rose Gold XL Dumont | 18k Rose Gold | 18k Rose Gold | 19700 | $13,500 - $15,500 | Ultra-thin solid rose gold manual wind. |
| Santos-Dumont WGSA0116 | Current | Rose Gold Dumont Large | 18k Rose Gold | 18k Rose Gold | 14800 | $10,000 - $11,500 | Quartz movement in a precious metal case. |
| Santos-Dumont W2SA0015 | Current | Le 14 Bis | Steel & 18k Yellow Gold | 18k Yellow Gold | Discontinued | $8,500 - $10,000 | Limited 500 pieces; distinct grey dial. |
| Santos-Dumont WHSA0030 | Current | Skeleton Micro-Rotor | 18k Rose Gold | 18k Rose Gold | 44500 | $32,000 - $38,000 | Features automatic skeleton micro-rotor movement. |
| Santos-Dumont WSSA0046 | Current | Black Lacquer Large | Steel | Black Lacquer | 6200 | $5,500 - $6,500 | Engraved black lacquer bezel and dial details. |
| Santos-Dumont 78097 | Vintage | Paris Dial Dumont | 18k Yellow Gold | 18k Yellow Gold | Discontinued | $6,500 - $9,000 | Original ultra-thin profile with Paris-signed dial. |
| Santos Galbée 2961 | Vintage | Two-Tone Galbée Auto | Steel & 18k Yellow Gold | Yellow Gold | Discontinued | $4,500 - $6,500 | Curvy 29mm case from the 80s and 90s. |
| Santos Galbée 2960 | Vintage | Steel Galbée Auto | Steel | Steel | Discontinued | $4,000 - $5,500 | Highly sought after all-steel vintage automatic. |
| Santos Galbée 2960 | Vintage | Burgundy Dial Galbée | Steel | Steel | Discontinued | $6,000 - $9,000 | Rare 75th-anniversary lacquered burgundy dial. |
| Santos Galbée 2960 | Vintage | Gray Dial Galbée | Steel | Steel | Discontinued | $6,000 - $8,500 | Rare dark gray lacquered dial configuration. |
| Santos Galbée 2823 | Neo-Vintage | Steel Galbée XL | Steel | Steel | Discontinued | $5,000 - $7,000 | Larger Galbée proportions introduced in the 2000s. |
| Santos Galbée 1564 | Neo-Vintage | Steel Galbée Quartz | Steel | Steel | Discontinued | $3,000 - $4,500 | Reliable quartz movement in the curved Galbée case. |
| Santos Galbée 1566 | Neo-Vintage | Two-Tone Galbée Quartz | Steel & 18k Yellow Gold | Yellow Gold | Discontinued | $3,000 - $4,500 | Classic 90s aesthetic with quartz convenience. |
| Santos Carrée 2961 | Vintage | Two-Tone Carrée | Steel & 18k Yellow Gold | Yellow Gold | Discontinued | $4,500 - $6,500 | The original integrated bracelet squared design (1978). |
| Santos Carrée 2960 | Vintage | Steel Carrée | Steel | Steel | Discontinued | $4,500 - $6,000 | Flat, sharp case edges distinct from the Galbée. |
| Santos Octagon 2966 | Vintage | Two-Tone Octagon | Steel & 18k Yellow Gold | Yellow Gold | Discontinued | $2,500 - $4,000 | Unique octagonal bezel design from the 80s. |
| Santos 100 W20073X8 | Discontinued | Santos 100 Steel | Steel | Steel | Discontinued | $4,500 - $6,000 | Oversized, chunky 41mm case celebrating 100 years. |
| Santos 100 W20072X7 | Discontinued | Santos 100 Two-Tone | Steel & 18k Yellow Gold | Yellow Gold | Discontinued | $5,500 - $7,500 | Hefty two-tone celebration piece. |
| Santos 100 W20090X8 | Discontinued | Santos 100 Chrono | Steel | Steel | Discontinued | $5,500 - $7,500 | Oversized case with chronograph pushers. |
| Santos 100 W2020009 | Discontinued | Santos 100 Carbon | Titanium & 18k Rose Gold | Rose Gold | Discontinued | $7,000 - $9,000 | ADLC titanium case with solid gold bezel. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Is a Cartier Santos?
The Cartier Santos is a collection of square-cased watches, originally designed to be used by pilots during flight. As such, it comes with a simple, legible dial with Roman numeral markers. It is also well-known for its signature exposed screws on the bezel.
Does The Cartier Santos Hold Its Value?
Cartier is a long-established brand that focuses on timeless design, while continuing to invest in innovation and the technical upgrades of its watches. As such, many Cartier watches do hold their value. The Santos in particular fares well in value over time because of its classic looks and robust construction. It’s also one of the brand’s most popular sport watches, ensuring steady demand for years to come.
Is The Cartier Santos Waterproof?
Most Cartier Santos watches are water resistant to 30 meters, which makes them “splash proof”. This means the watch can withstand water droplets and quick handwashing.
Is The Cartier Santos Discontinued?
Cartier continues to produce the Santos de Cartier and Santos-Dumont, which were redesigned in 2018 and 2019 respectively. Other Cartier Santos models from previous years are available in the pre-owned market, such as SwissWatchExpo.
