Cartier Baignoire 78290 18k 1980s

Timeless elegance meets French sophistication with the Cartier Baignoire, a masterpiece that epitomizes Cartier’s legacy of exquisite watchmaking. Named after its unique elliptical case reminiscent of a bathtub (“baignoire” in French), this iconic timepiece exudes charming appeared.

Crafted in a slim, elongated oval shape, the 18k yellow gold case is both graceful and distinctive, offering a perfect balance of femininity and boldness. Featuring Cartier’s signature dial with Roman numerals and blue steel hands it ensuring timeless elegance.

- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

DIAL:

• original never touched white dial in great condition 
• original hands & blue sapphire cabochon crown
  

STRAP & CLASP:

• black aftermarket leather strap is fitting up to 18.5 cm wrist size / 2 mm thick
  
• gold plated aftermarket buckle

CASE:

• great overall condition, showing minor traces of use
• some nice patina from oxidation on the case, which can be polished away very easily if wanted
• 18k yellow gold "Paris" case with screw down case back
  
• 22 mm (without crown) / 31.5 mm (lug-to-lug) / 10 mm (between lugs) / 7.5 mm thick
• year: 1980s
• reference: 78290
• total weight: 23 g

MOVEMENT:

• Cartier manual movement
• professionally service 05/2025
  
• +3 sec/d / 320°

BOX & PAPERS:

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

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #959