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Introduced in 2007, the Ballon Bleu is Cartier's most commercially enduring contemporary design. Its signature floating cabochon crown — a sapphire-capped dome recessed into the case flank — and softly cushioned round case create an immediately recognizable silhouette. Offered across an unusually wide size range with both quartz and automatic calibres, it bridges dress and casual wear with characteristic Cartier elegance.
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The Ballon Bleu spans 28mm through 42mm; 36mm is the most versatile and liquid unisex size. Movement type is the primary value driver: quartz references (WSBB-prefix steel pieces) are meaningfully cheaper than automatic equivalents. Steel-and-yellow-gold two-tone examples, such as the W6920047, command premiums over monochromatic steel. Always inspect the cabochon crown closely — chips and scratches are common and replacements are expensive. Bracelet stretch is typical on pre-owned pieces; budget for servicing. Box and papers provide a noticeable lift at resale. Dial colour (silver, white, blue) is personal preference with minimal price impact.
Launched 2007 and expanded swiftly across sizes and metals. Skeleton and tourbillon variants appeared within the first decade. The foundational steel and two-tone quartz references from the early production years remain the most widely traded and accessible entry points.
References in stock: 3009, W6920047, WSBB0026, WE902031.
The $3,450–$8,694 spread maps logically from small steel quartz references at entry to two-tone or automatic larger pieces at the ceiling — a range consistent with current grey-market demand. Current live range: $3,450 – $8,694. Prices shown are wire; card adds 3.5%.
Model names, references and specifications are referenced from the official Cartier Official (www.cartier.com). Trademarks and product imagery rights remain with the manufacturer; product photography shown is of our own inventory.
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