Cartier La Dona Large Diamond Bezel Watch in Solid 18k White Gold

A sculptural Cartier in white gold. The La Dona brings the presence of fine jewelry to a timepiece: a solid 18k white gold case and bracelet, a diamond-set bezel and crown, and a silver dial punctuated by blue hands and black Roman numerals. Its 135-gram weight gives it a substantial feel on the wrist, while the hidden butterfly clasp keeps the silhouette clean.

The Cartier Story

Cartier began in Paris in 1847, when Louis-François Cartier took over his master's jewelry workshop. Across generations, the house became known for jewelry and watches that combine precise craftsmanship with striking design. The La Dona belongs to that design tradition: its distinctive lines make the watch feel as much like a piece of jewelry as an instrument for telling time. This background is the history of the Cartier house, not a claim about this particular watch's production date or provenance.

A Closer Look

The diamond bezel traces the watch's shape and draws the eye toward the silver dial. Blue hands offer a crisp contrast to the black Roman numeral markers, while a diamond-set crown adds another discreet flash of light. The solid white gold bracelet carries the design around the wrist rather than treating the case as the only focal point.

For the wearer, this is the pleasure of a substantial gold watch that can finish a tailored outfit or bring polish to an evening look. Its Swiss-made quartz movement makes timekeeping straightforward, and the sapphire crystal protects the dial.

Watch Details

• Model: Cartier La Dona, large diamond bezel
• Case and bracelet: Solid 18k white gold
• Weight: 135 grams
• Bezel and crown: Diamond-set
• Dial: Silver with blue hands and black Roman numeral markers
• Movement: Swiss-made quartz
• Crystal: Sapphire
• Clasp: Hidden butterfly clasp
• Fit: 6.5-inch wrist
• Condition: Pre-owned, very good
• Service: Serviced and running
• Included: Original box

Why You'll Love This Piece

• Quality: Solid 18k white gold, sapphire crystal and a Swiss-made quartz movement bring substance to the design.
• Versatility: The silver dial and white gold work with both tailored looks and evening wear.
• Collectibility: The distinctive La Dona silhouette offers a recognizable expression of Cartier design.
• Feel: At 135 grams, the watch has a substantial presence on the wrist.
• Giftability: The included original box makes it a considered gift for a Cartier admirer.