Limited Edition Cartier Santos Galbée Mother of Pearl Rose Gold (Serviced May 2026)
Limited Edition Cartier Santos Galbée Mother of Pearl Rose Gold
Freshly Serviced in May 2026 (In-house)
Description
The Cartier Santos Galbée Mother of Pearl Rose Gold is an extremely rare and highly distinctive variation of the iconic Santos Galbée, believed to have been produced as an Asia Limited / Asia Special Edition model. Among neo-vintage Santos Galbée references, this is one of the most unusual and desirable configurations, pairing a factory mother of pearl dial with a seldom-seen stainless steel and 18k rose gold two tone construction.
Unlike the standard Santos Galbée models, which are most commonly found in stainless steel and 18k yellow gold, this reference features a much rarer rose gold bezel and matching rose gold bracelet accents. The result is a softer, warmer, and more elegant interpretation of the Santos, giving the watch a more refined jewellery-like presence while still retaining the unmistakable strength of Cartier’s most iconic design.
Its standout feature is the luminous white mother of pearl dial, which catches the light beautifully and gives each example its own natural character. Depending on the angle, the dial shifts subtly between creamy white, silver, and soft iridescent tones, adding depth and charm that a standard printed dial simply cannot replicate. Paired with Cartier’s signature Roman numerals, blued sword hands, and faceted sapphire cabochon crown, the watch carries all the classic design codes that make vintage Cartier so deeply sought after.
What makes this piece especially compelling is the rarity of the rose gold two tone configuration. Publicly documented examples of the W20103C4 are exceptionally limited, and this remains one of the few known Santos Galbée variants to combine stainless steel, 18k rose gold, and a factory mother of pearl dial. For collectors and enthusiasts looking for a Santos that stands apart from the usual yellow gold two tone models, this is a truly special find.
As Cartier no longer produces the Santos Galbée line, and modern small Santos models no longer carry the same neo-vintage case profile and charm, this reference represents a rare opportunity to own one of the most elegant and uncommon 24mm Santos Galbée configurations from Cartier’s discontinued catalogue.
Key Features
- Extremely rare Asia Limited Edition Santos Galbée variant
- Seldom-seen stainless steel and 18k rose gold two tone configuration
- Factory colourful mother of pearl dial
- One of the most distinctive 24mm Santos Galbée references
- Classic Cartier Roman numeral dial layout
- Signature blued Cartier sword hands
- Blue sapphire cabochon crown
- Original Cartier Santos bracelet
Specification
Reference: 1567 / W20103C4
Case size: 24mm
Case material: Stainless Steel & 18K Rose Gold
Bracelet: Stainless Steel & 18K Rose Gold
Dial: Vibrant Mother of Pearl dial with Roman numerals
Crystal: Sapphire
Movement: Quartz
Year: Circa Mid 2000s
Condition: Excellent vintage condition
Inclusions: Watch only
6 months in house movement warranty (+ 6 months*)
About its condition
Please refer to the detailed product photos for clarity on the current condition. You are always welcome to visit our boutique to view this piece in person and appreciate its rarity, elegance, and vintage charm firsthand.
