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Small Enough To Surprise You.
There is something slightly mischievous about a watch this small being this well dressed.
The Cartier Victoria Mini measures just 20mm across, yet it carries itself with the kind of presence that makes you look twice. In 18k yellow gold, with factory-set diamonds tracing the curves of its bezel and flowing into the lugs, it feels like a jewel that happens to tell the time. Cartier gave it a matching diamond-set crown for good measure, because at this scale, every detail counts.
Little is documented about the Victoria line, which makes it all the more interesting. Its softly rounded case and sculpted lugs feel like a distilled cousin of the Cartier Cougar, reduced to its most compact form. It captures that early ’90s Cartier energy, when the brand was exploring fluid case shapes and pairing them with just enough sparkle to catch the light without overwhelming the design.
And now here we are in 2025, in the era of the mini revival. Cultural icons are trading oversized cases for watches that look almost delicate. Men with slimmer wrists are reaching for smaller references. Women are rediscovering proportions that feel purposeful rather than oversized. The Victoria Mini fits squarely into that conversation, but it did it decades earlier.
On the wrist, it reads as assured. The 20mm case disappears in size but not in impact. The diamonds draw the eye along the curves of the case, giving the watch more presence than its measurements suggest. Paired with its glossy black leather strap and original 18k yellow gold deployant clasp, it sits neatly, with the added benefit of an adjustable clasp rather than the fixed-length versions often found on older pieces.
This example is what truly elevates it. A full collector set. Outer box with original stickers intact. Inner red Cartier presentation box in beautiful condition. International warranty papers dated May 16, 1991 from Nakajima in Japan. Instruction booklet. Hang tag with Japanese-labeled price. It feels like opening a time capsule rather than acquiring a pre-owned watch.
The quartz movement offers ease. Set it and go. Just the convenience Cartier intended for everyday wear.
Finding a Victoria Mini is one thing. Finding one in this size, with factory diamonds, in this condition, and with a complete set from 1991 is something else entirely. It is the kind of piece that makes you smile when you fasten it on, partly because it is charming, partly because you know how rare it is to find one so intact.
Small is having a moment. This one was ready for it 34 years ago.
Overall, this watch presents in exceptionally well-preserved condition with a complete collector set.
The 18k yellow gold case retains strong definition with crisp hallmarks and minimal signs of wear consistent with careful use.
The factory diamond-set bezel and lugs are intact and bright, with no visible losses.
The dial is clean and well preserved, with sharp Roman numerals and original blued hands.
The caseback displays clear engravings and serial numbers that remain fully legible.
The sapphire crystal is free from notable scratches.
The watch comes on a brand new black leather strap and original 18k yellow gold adjustable deployant clasp.
A new battery in the quartz movement has been installed and is functioning properly at the time of listing.
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