Cartier—the very name itself personifies the premier brand in luxury goods. 

It can prove to be an ongoing and exciting challenge to possess a timepiece as unique as yourself. The Ballon Bleu de Cartier should make an interesting candidate in your quest.

First, we must acknowledge the astoundingly original stainless steel case design. Note how it encompasses and protects the push / pull winding crown that has been lovingly set with a blue synthetic cabochon-shaped spinel.

The case itself measures a comfortable 36 mm in diameter, 11 mm in height, and rests upon a partially brushed and polished stainless steel bracelet with a hidden double-folding clasp buckle.

Iconic Roman numerals grace the silver-toned dial with blue sword-shaped hands. With a dash of playfulness, we especially enjoy how the minute track and number three appear to be pushed toward the center of the dial by the winding crown. As a quartz-driven timepiece, we find Cartier’s caliber 690 at the heart of this expressive masterpiece.

Additional features include a solid case back, a 30 m / 3 atm water resistance, and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal.

From its singular design sensibility to it iconic stylings, we believe this Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier will make a fabulous addition to your collection.

Standout features: Protected winding crown lovingly set with a blue synthetic cabochon-shaped spinel; classic and elegant look.

Details at a glance:

• Model Reference: W69011Z4
• Case Material: Stainless steel
• Case Dimensions: 36 mm
• Case Height: 11 mm
• Movement: Quartz
• Caliber: Cartier caliber 690
• Complication(s) / Feature(s): Standard time
• Dial: Silver tone
• Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire
• Winding Crown: Protected push / pull
• Water-resistance: 30 m / 3 atm
• Band: Stainless steel bracelet (will fit up to 7.5 inches wrist)
• Clasp: Hidden double-folding clasp buckle
• Country of Origin: Switzerland
• Retail Value: $6,600
• Condition: Pre-owned in excellent condition; full service and polishing completed in March 2025; new OEM crystal installed
• Comments: Includes original inner box (shows some deterioration and watch pillow is not included, gift box included for storage), instructions manual and original papers dated in 2008.