Cartier's One of a Kind Creation

Cartier Watches Rontonde de Cartier Astrotourbillon Timepiece is definitely a one of a kind piece.  Released at the beginning of 2010, the Astrotourbillon wowed the audience at the annual SIHH.  Cartier takes watchmaking to a whole new level with the creation of this watch.  The movement was five years in the making and has proven to be not only unique, but highly accurate to boot.  The Calibre 9451 movement is manufactured entirely by Carter.  It is a manual winding movement with 187 components.

The architecture of the Cartier Watches Rontonde de Cartier Astrotourbillon is as aesthetically pleasing as it is technically functional.  A completely different gear train had to be designed to rotate the carriage fully around the elongated dial.  The outcome is a look unlike anything seen before from this luxury watchmaker.

If you are tempted by this beautiful and functional work of art…you’re not alone.  Cartier Watches Rontonde de Cartier Astrotourbillon would be an exceptional addition to any watch collector’s trousseau, but before you pull out your American Express, know that this timepiece retails for well over $100,000.  In fact, Cartier Watches Rontonde de Cartier Astrotourbillon in white gold sells at Cartier and their specialty boutiques for $133,000.  The rose gold will save you about $10,000.  It’s a lot of money, but hey…it’s a Cartier!