The Archive
Type what is engraved on the back of the watch and the archive takes you to the exact reference: its specifications, variants, history and what to look for. Or browse by brand and collection below.
Spaces, dashes and the word “Ref.” are ignored. Partial numbers work too.
Browse by brand
Cartier
19 model families · 65 references
Omega
In research · Constellation and Seamaster first
Rolex
In research · Datejust and Day-Date first
Cartier by collection
Baignoire
Cartier BaignoireCloche
Cloche de CartierCougar
CougarCrash
Cartier CrashPanthère
Panthère de CartierPasha
Pasha de CartierTonneau
TonneauTortue
Cartier TortueVendôme
VendômeReference and serial numbers are small and often worn. Good light and a phone camera at close range make them far easier to read than the naked eye.
Engraved on the outside of the case back. Vintage Paris-era pieces carry a short reference (such as 78086) with a separate serial number; later references use longer alphanumeric codes (such as W51002Q3). Precious-metal cases also carry hallmarks on the back and sometimes the lugs.
The archive documents Cartier in depth today, with Omega and Rolex next. Whatever the brand, send us what you can read on the case back and a few photos, and we will identify it for you.
Send it to Archiva →Can't find it, or not sure what you are reading? Send us the case back and we will identify the reference for you.