Details
- Brand
- Cartier
- Model
- Cle de Cartier Mysterious Hours
- Reference
- HPI00946
- Availability
- Available to order
About this watch
Cartier Cle de Cartier Mysterious Hours Watch - 41 mm Palladium 950 Diamond Case - White Gold Diamond Dial - Black Alligator Strap - HPI00946
Behind the mysterious hours complication lies Cartier's sophisticated manual-winding Caliber 9981 MC, a movement that transforms traditional timekeeping into an ethereal display where floating hands appear to move independently across the rhodiumized 18K white gold dial. This 41mm white gold case houses one of horology's most enigmatic complications, where the hour hand operates through a sapphire crystal disc system that creates the illusion of active time. The HPI00946 represents Cartier's mastery of both haute horlogerie and jewelry-making, combining the mysterious hours mechanism with diamond-set elements that elevate this timepiece beyond conventional luxury watches into the realm of mechanical poetry.
Key Features & Specifications
- Mysterious Hours Complication — Manual-winding Caliber 9981 MC creates the signature floating hands effect through transparent sapphire crystal discs, making time appear to move magically across the dial
- Palladium 950 Diamond Case — 41mm case crafted from precious palladium 950 and enhanced with carefully selected diamonds, offering both durability and understated luxury
- Rhodiumized White Gold Dial — 18K white gold dial surface treated with rhodium plating provides a sophisticated backdrop for the mysterious hours display while maintaining legibility
- Sapphire Crystal Construction — Front sapphire crystal not only protects the dial but serves as an integral component of the mysterious hours mechanism
- Black Alligator Strap — Hand-selected alligator leather strap with traditional Cartier deployment clasp complements the precious metal case
- Unworn Condition — This HPI00946 example arrives in pristine unworn condition, maintaining factory-fresh presentation
About This Timepiece
- Bracelet Sizing — Complimentary bracelet sizing included with every purchase. Contact us with your wrist measurement and we'll have it ready before shipping.
- Authenticity Guarantee — Every watch is thoroughly inspected and authenticated by our team of certified horologists. 100% authentic, guaranteed.
- Warranty — New model watches include a 1-year mechanical warranty covering manufacturing defects. All watches include our confidence guarantee.
- Shipping — Free insured overnight FedEx shipping on all orders. Fully insured, signature required, discreet packaging.
Shipping & returns
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Authenticity guarantee
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Warranty
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