Cartier Santos 100 | 18K Rose Gold | 33mm | Automatic | W20108Y1

Where Industry Meets Artistry

A century ago, Cartier set a new direction for design by stripping ornament to its essence and celebrating structure itself. The Santos became the manifesto: clean geometry, a square case, and screws proudly visible—an audacious move toward modernism that still feels astonishingly fresh on the wrist today.

The Architecture of an Enduring Icon

• Reference Number: W20108Y1
• The Geometric Square Case: A 33 mm architecture hewn in 18K rose gold, its softened corners delivering a precise yet inviting silhouette.
• The Exposed Bezel Screws: Eight signature screws declare function as beauty, telegraphing the watch’s industrial character with Cartier poise.
• The Polished and Brushed Finishes: Contrasting satin-brushed planes and mirror-polished accents create depth and drama as light moves across the surfaces.
• The Integrated Case-to-Strap Geometry: Tapered lugs flow seamlessly into a rich brown alligator strap, maintaining the Santos’ continuous, architectural line.
• The Ergonomic Curvature: A subtly curved case back and balanced proportions ensure refined comfort for a unisex fit.

In 1904, leaving the screws visible was nothing short of subversive. By elevating function to ornament, the Santos embraced the new age of engineering—and defined a visual language that still looks forward.

A Timeless Statement of Modernism

For the design connoisseur, this Santos 100 in rose gold is not merely a watch—it is a sculptural object for daily life, equal parts precision instrument and architectural jewel. Its purposeful geometry and fearless honesty have made it an enduring emblem of modern design, from the atelier to the avenue.

This Watch is Ideal For…

• The design and architecture enthusiast who appreciates purposeful geometry and material contrast
• The individual drawn to a bold, modernist aesthetic expressed in precious metal and alligator leather
• The collector of canonical 20th‑century design, seeking an icon that remains unmistakably contemporary