First off, it seems like we’re talkin’ about a vintage Cartier, right? A women’s watch, specifically. You see ’em poppin’ up on eBay and stuff. Apparently, the model number, “20-61323,” is a key detail. It seems to be associated with a small Tank model, which, if you know anything about Cartier, that’s a pretty classic design. Think sleek, rectangular face, you know?
Now, the tricky part? Condition. Some listings are like, “Mint! Brand New!” (yeah, right, for a *vintage* watch?). Others are straight up saying “Used,” “Has wear,” “Needs a battery.” One even mentions the back plate being missing! Yikes! That’s kinda important, right? Like, how’s it gonna stay on your wrist without a back? I mean, unless you’re super into DIY watch repair, that’s probably a deal-breaker.
The “Quartz Swiss” part just means it’s battery-powered and made in Switzerland. You’d kinda expect that from Cartier, wouldn’t you? Although, speaking of batteries, it sounds like a lot of these need new ones. So, factor that into the price, ya know? It’s not just the cost of the watch, but also the cost of gettin’ it actually *ticking*.
I also spotted somethin’ about a “MUST DE CARTIER Paris QUARTZ #20-61321.” Okay, so it’s *almost* the same model number, but not quite. Maybe a slightly different variation? This one says “What you see is what you get Has ware tare look at photos No retruns as is Needs battery.” Okay, so…typos galore, but the message is clear: buyer beware! “Ware tare” probably means “wear and tear,” haha. Good luck deciphering that one.
Honestly, the whole thing feels like a crapshoot. You might snag a sweet deal on a genuine, beautiful vintage Cartier. Or, you might end up with a kinda beat-up watch that needs a bunch of work. It all comes down to doin’ your research, lookin’ at the pictures really closely, and maybe even asking the seller a bunch of questions before you drop any cash.
