{"product_id":"cartier-vendome-vermeil-sm-ref-590004-circa-1989","title":"Cartier Vendôme Vermeil SM Ref. 590004 (Circa 1989)","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003eWHY WE CURATED IT:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Vendôme is one of Cartier’s more overlooked designs. When we think of the \u003ci\u003eMaison\u003c\/i\u003e, the mind naturally goes to its more recognisable shapes: the Tank, Santos, Tortue and Tonneau. The Vendôme takes a different approach, using a simple round case that feels almost deliberately restrained.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntroduced in the 1970s and named after Cartier’s boutique on Place Vendôme in Paris, the design is a nice reminder that Cartier does not always need an elaborate case shape to make a watch feel unmistakably Cartier. Here, the case is clean and compact, leaving the dial to do most of the talking, and this particular example has a lot to say.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003eIt is a small watch, but remarkably photogenic. There is something about the proportions that just works. On the wrist, it has a delicate presence, while the dial feels surprisingly substantial, helped by the way Cartier has layered its details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003eThe Roman numerals and blue hands are a particularly nice combination. The numerals give the dial its traditional Cartier character, while the blue \u003cem\u003eépée \u003c\/em\u003ehands add a little colour and contrast. Running around the centre is a fine gold inlay, creating a circular boundary between the hour track and the central portion of the dial. It is a subtle detail, but one that gives the dial a surprising amount of depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003eLook a little closer, and you start to notice how much of the Cartier identity is packed into this otherwise simple watch. The Roman numerals, blue hands, cabochon, typography and touches of gold all work together. There is no Tank silhouette doing the heavy lifting here. It is the details that make it Cartier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003eThat is what I find particularly charming about the Vendôme. Take away the Tank, Santos or Tortue, and the design language is still there. It just becomes a little quieter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003eFor the collector, I think that is where the appeal really lies. The Vendôme will never have the immediate recognition of a Tank or Santos, but perhaps that is part of the fun. It offers a slightly different way into vintage Cartier, one that is less about chasing the obvious references and more about appreciating the design itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003eAnd the Ref. 590004 is a lovely example of that. It is small, elegant and easy to overlook at first, but spend a little time with it, and there is plenty to discover. Sometimes those are the watches that end up being the most rewarding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCONDITION:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e8.5\/10. Excellent overall condition with minor signs of wear and light oxidation visible throughout the vermeil case and buckle, consistent with age and light use. The dial remains exceptionally clean and well preserved for its age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe caseback retains clear and legible engravings, with some evidence of previous polishing. Despite this, the engravings remain sharp and well defined overall. The watch is fitted with a Cartier brown calf leather strap, which is in worn condition, along with a Cartier-style vermeil buckle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;\"\u003eA new battery has also been fitted, and the quartz movement is running strong.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is offered alongside its accompanying paperwork.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDIMENSIONS:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e24mm diameter excl. cabochon crown\u003cbr\u003e5mm thickness\u003cbr\u003e30.5mm lug-to-lug\u003cbr\u003e14mm lug width with custom T-bar cutouts\u003cbr\u003eWrist in photos is 16cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCRYSTAL:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMineral glass\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCASE:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e925 sterling silver, 18k vermeil gold-plated\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWATER RESISTANCE:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAssumed none, per vintage watches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSTRAP:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCartier brown calf leather strap with vermeil Cartier-style tang buckle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCALIBRE:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCartier Cal. 90, quartz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCOMES WITH:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWatch and paperwork\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTERMS OF SALE:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease read our “Terms of service” below. 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