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Cartier Baignoire Quartz Wristwatch

Partially verified

This Cartier Baignoire model is an oval lady's wristwatch produced circa 2006. The two-body case is manufactured from 18K yellow gold, featuring a polished finish and a bezel set with 152 round diamonds. A diamond-set cabochon is mounted on the winding crown. The watch is powered by a quartz movement. Its ivory-colored dial displays diamond-set indexes and yellow gold epée hands. The assembly is completed by an integrated 18K yellow gold fancy link bracelet, which is decorated with 156 round diamonds and secured with a double deployant clasp. The watch measures 23 x 31 mm with a thickness of 6 mm. The total length of the piece is approximately 140 mm. Both the dial, case, and movement are signed by the maker. Additional diamond-set links are included with the timepiece. The auction description confirms the originality of the hands.

Front view of the Cartier Baignoire watch with diamond-set bezel and gold bracelet.
Front view of the Cartier Baignoire watch with diamond-set bezel and gold bracelet. — Antiquorum. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
catalog.antiquorum.swiss
Category
Wristwatch · Quartz wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Cartier
Reference
1950 1
Catalogue / lot identifier
128
Source-reported date
circa 2006
Source-reported place
Paris, France
Source-reported serial
C10222

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial Design

The Baignoire wristwatch features a distinctive two-body oval case constructed from 18K yellow gold. The polished finish of the gold is complemented by the extensive use of round diamonds. The bezel is set with 152 round diamonds, and the watch is equipped with a sapphire crystal. The winding crown is fitted with a cabochon diamond.

The ivory-colored dial provides a neutral background for the diamond index markers. Time is indicated by central yellow gold epée hands. The case back is secured using four screws, contributing to the structural assembly of the watch head.

Evidence for this section
  • “Two-body, solid, polished, bezel set with 152 round diamonds”
  • “cabochon diamond-set winding-crown, sapphire crystal”
  • “Ivory-color with diamond indexes.Yellow gold epée hands.”

Bracelet and Movement

The watch is fitted with an integrated fancy link bracelet, also made from 18K yellow gold. The bracelet design incorporates 156 round diamonds. It is secured to the wrist with a double deployant clasp. The auction description notes that the lot includes extra links, which are also diamond-set.

Internal operation is provided by a quartz movement. The auction description reports that the hands are original to the watch.

Evidence for this section
  • “18K yellow gold and diamond Cartier fancy link bracelet with double deployant clasp”
  • “Accompanied by a diamond set extra links”
  • “With quartz standardization. Dial, case and movement signed.”
  • “HANDS Original”

Condition and Specifications

The physical dimensions of the watch include a 23 x 31 mm case diameter and a thickness of 6 mm. The overall length is approximately 140 mm. According to the auction house, the piece is in very good condition across the case, movement, and dial, with an assigned grade of AA.

The auction description confirms that the watch, including its movement and dial, is signed by Cartier. Documentation provided with the lot notes that the diamond-set extra links accompany the watch.

Evidence for this section
  • “Grading System Grade: AA Very good”
  • “Dim. 23 x 31 mm. Thickness 6 mm. Approx. overall length 140 mm.”
  • “Dial, case and movement signed.”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific movement caliber used in this quartz reference?
  • Are the diamond settings factory-original or added post-production?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Cartier Baignoire Quartz Wristwatch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerCartier“Cartier Paris”
Reference1950 1“Ref. 1950 1”
Case SerialC10222“case No. C10222”
Datecirca 2006“Made circa 2006.”
Movement TypeQuartz“With quartz standardization.”
Case Dimensions23 x 31 mm“Dim. 23 x 31 mm.”
Bezel Diamond Count152“bezel set with 152 round diamonds”
Bracelet Diamond Count156“bracelet set with 156 round diamonds”

Visible details

  • Case back secured by 4 screws
  • Bezel set with 152 round diamonds
  • Bracelet incorporates diamond-set links

Research qualifications

  • Movement details beyond quartz standard are not specified
  • Total number of diamonds provided in the summary excludes potential counts in additional links

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

CARTIER 'BAIGNOIRE' YELLOW GOLD & DIAMONDS Cartier Paris, 'Baignoire'case No. C10222, Ref. 1950 1. Made circa 2006. Very fine and unusual, oval, 18K yellow gold and diamond lady's quartz wristwatch, 18K yellow gold and diamond Cartier fancy link bracelet with double deployant clasp. Accompanied by a diamond set extra links

Reviewed 2026-10-26 · Record 4fa73988e9

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