1993 Panthère 18k Gold & Steel Date

A particularly unusual Cartier Panthère dating to 1993, accompanied by its original guarantee. While the familiar Panthère case is crafted in 18k yellow gold, the bracelet offers a rather different interpretation of Cartier's signature two-tone design.

The silvered dial features applied gold Roman numerals, matching sword-shaped hands, a blued sweep seconds hand, and a date window at 3 o'clock. The gold case is finished with a blue cabochon crown and the Panthère's characteristic exposed screws.

What makes this example especially interesting is the bracelet. Rather than the traditional alternating rows of gold and steel, polished gold links are staggered among brushed steel links in an almost Tetris-like arrangement. The pattern gradually gives way to all-steel links at the concealed double deployant clasp, creating an interesting transition while maintaining a seamless appearance on the wrist.

Powered by a quartz movement, this is a charming variation of the Panthère, with an unexpected bracelet design that gives the familiar model a completely different character.