{"product_id":"pre-owned-cartier-ballon-bleu-42mm-automatic-reference-w69012z4-szx30260619002","title":"Pre-Owned Cartier Ballon Bleu 42mm Automatic (Reference: W69012Z4) SZX30260619002","description":"\u003cp\u003eBrand: Cartier\u003cbr\u003eCollection: Ballon Bleu\u003cbr\u003eModel: W69012Z4\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel with aftermarket diamond setting\u003cbr\u003eMovement: Automatic\u003cbr\u003eYear: 2011–2012 (strap and clasp replaced)\u003cbr\u003eRetail Price: $8521.55\u003cbr\u003eReference\/Serial: 3001196014RX\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: Case diameter 42.1mm\u003cbr\u003eAccessories: Authentication tag, certificate of authenticity   SZX30260619002\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmark class=\"HxTRcb\"\u003e\u003c!--qkimaf NijSFb_k\/HugV6--\u003e\u003c!--cqw1tb NijSFb_k\/HugV6--\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eCartier Ballon Bleu 42mm Automatic (Reference: W69012Z4)\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/mark\u003e, enhanced with an aftermarket or custom factory-style \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ediamond bezel\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e and paired with a black alligator leather strap.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChronology and Release\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eCollection Launch:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The Ballon Bleu de Cartier collection made its debut in \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e2007\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, introducing a round, pebble-like geometric profile that disrupted traditional watch shapes.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eModel Context:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The 42mm size variation (Ref. W69012Z4) has been a staple of the permanent collection since the early years of the line, popularizing the signature circular architecture for men's and unisex luxury dress wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Technical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/2435\/8399\/files\/Weixin_Image_20260810202502.png?v=1786364736\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKey Historical \u0026amp; Design Elements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eThe \"Floating\" Crown:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The defining design hallmark is the integrated crown guard. The case loops completely over the winding crown to protect the synthetic blue spinel. This structure causes the Roman numeral \"III\" to distort and curve inward, isolating the date wheel.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eConvex Ergonomics:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The case is shaped like a smooth, rounded river stone. Both the sapphire crystal face and the case back are subtly domed, allowing the 42mm profile to sit close and comfortable on the wrist despite its wide diameter.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eBezel Detail:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e While the standard factory model features a smooth polished steel bezel, this specific piece showcases an integrated double-row diamond setting, adding a fine jewelry aesthetic to the horological design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" role=\"heading\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinancial Valuation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eOriginal Retail Value:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e The factory retail price for the standard stainless steel model sits around \u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e£5,300\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e ($6,900 USD).\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"yADgie\"\u003eSecondary Market Value:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"yADgie\"\u003e Pre-owned secondary market prices for the standard model average between \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"yADgie\"\u003e£2,900 to £4,100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"yADgie\"\u003e depending on condition, box, and documentation. Pieces featuring custom diamond bezels fluctuate based on diamond clarity, color, and execution quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cartier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48986264273151,"sku":"SZX30260619002","price":2799.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/2435\/8399\/files\/136_90378570-61ff-45a5-9d85-6e51e02a1fe6.png?v=1786364920","url":"https:\/\/n5-luxury.com\/products\/pre-owned-cartier-ballon-bleu-42mm-automatic-reference-w69012z4-szx30260619002","provider":"N5 luxury","version":"1.0","type":"link"}