Cartier Ceinture 78099 Paris 18k 1970s

Parisian Precision, Wrapped in Gold.

A rare Cartier Ceinture 78099 Paris with MK2 “Paris” dial and manual-wound movement.

With its distinctive square case and clipped corners, the Cartier Ceinture reimagines the elegance of the belt buckle (“ceinture” in French) into a piece of horological sculpture. This 27 mm version — the larger of two reissues in the early 1970s — is the desirable “PARIS” dial variant, a hallmark that signifies it was sold through Cartier’s original Paris flagship.

The white MK2 dial, untouched with a touch of gentle patina, is complemented by classic blued steel hands and the Cartier-signed crown, preserving the iconic design language of the maison. Crafted from solid 18k yellow gold and in superb condition, it’s a wearable statement of both precision and Parisian flair.

Rarely do Cartier pieces with the “Paris” dial and case signature surface, and they continue to grow in desirability among collectors.

A true 1970s icon. Understated. Unmistakably Cartier.

DIAL:

• original never touched white Paris dial (MK2) in good condition
• original blued steel hands & signed crown
  
• some slight patina throughout the dial

STRAP & CLASP:

• black GOLDAMMER leather strap fitting up to 19 cm wrist size / 2.3 mm thick
• gold plated clasp in Cartier shape

CASE:

• great overall condition, showing minor traces of use
• 3- body 18k yellow gold case with screw-down case-back
• 27 mm (without crown) / 27 mm (lug-to-lug) / 16 mm (between lugs) / 6.5 mm thick
• year: 1970s
• reference: 78099
• total weight: 28 g

MOVEMENT:

• Cartier - manual wind
• professionally serviced 07/2025
• +12 sec/d / 280°

BOX & PAPERS:

• GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card
• GOLDAMMER box

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #1128