I Bought a $50,000 Cartier Watch… But It’s Not for Me!

T&H Live

March 10, 2025

I said I wouldn’t buy another watch… and yet, here we are. But this time, it’s not for me—it’s for my Mom. In today’s episode, we dive deep into the Cartier Tortue, an incredible factory-diamond-set piece that caught my attention immediately.

My good friend and dealer Carl Cohen joins me to discuss the history, craftsmanship, and evolution of Cartier—especially during an era when rare and low-production models were the norm.

We also touch on Cartier’s transition from boutique exclusivity to mass production, the rising market for gem-set watches, and how vintage Cartier continues to be one of the most fascinating segments in horology.

Beyond the Tortue, we explore some truly wild watches Carl brought along, including a Frank Muller Perpetual Calendar, a mechanical Cartier Baignoire, and a solid gold Monaco from TAG Heuer. This is an episode you don’t want to miss!

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