THE BALLON BLEU DE CARTIER - JAMAICA TOURIST ISSUE 13
EXCLUSIVELY AT CASA DE ORO
One of the oldest jewelers in the world, catering to the whims of royalty and movie stars alike, Cartier enjoys a reputation for selling only the finest quality jewelry and accessories. Founded in Paris by Louis-Francois Cartier, son of a powder horn maker in 1847, Cartier’s son Alfred took over the business and expanded it to include timepieces. From there on, history continued to be created by Cartier and today, bestsellers include the classic ‘Tank’ and the ‘Pasha’, which are among the world’s most sought after ladies watches.
Our favorite pick is the large model of the Ballon bleu de Cartier, a 42mm diameter timepiece that will catch everyone’s attention. Crafted from fine 18K white gold featuring round-cut diamonds and a 18K white gold fluted crown, the watch is beautifully set with a blue sapphire cabochon, silvered opaline dial and guilloche. With Roman numerals and unique, sword-shaped blued steel hands, the luxury watch sports a pink alligator strap with an 18K gold adjustable buckle. The Cartier watch is finished to very high standards, featuring a mechanical movement and automatic winding. The watch is water resistant up to 100 feet and is also available in small and medium sizes.
Casa de Oro is located at The Shoppes at Rose Hall (tel: 953-9755) and at City Centre (tel: 952-3502). In Ocho Rios at Tajmahal Shopping Centre (tel: 974-5392) and Island Village (tel: 6758999) and in Negril at Time Square Plaza (tel: 957-4922). www.casadeoro.com.
One of the oldest jewelers in the world, catering to the whims of royalty and movie stars alike, Cartier enjoys a reputation for selling only the finest quality jewelry and accessories. Founded in Paris by Louis-Francois Cartier, son of a powder horn maker in 1847, Cartier’s son Alfred took over the business and expanded it to include timepieces. From there on, history continued to be created by Cartier and today, bestsellers include the classic ‘Tank’ and the ‘Pasha’, which are among the world’s most sought after ladies watches.
Our favorite pick is the large model of the Ballon bleu de Cartier, a 42mm diameter timepiece that will catch everyone’s attention. Crafted from fine 18K white gold featuring round-cut diamonds and a 18K white gold fluted crown, the watch is beautifully set with a blue sapphire cabochon, silvered opaline dial and guilloche. With Roman numerals and unique, sword-shaped blued steel hands, the luxury watch sports a pink alligator strap with an 18K gold adjustable buckle. The Cartier watch is finished to very high standards, featuring a mechanical movement and automatic winding. The watch is water resistant up to 100 feet and is also available in small and medium sizes.
Casa de Oro is located at The Shoppes at Rose Hall (tel: 953-9755) and at City Centre (tel: 952-3502). In Ocho Rios at Tajmahal Shopping Centre (tel: 974-5392) and Island Village (tel: 6758999) and in Negril at Time Square Plaza (tel: 957-4922). www.casadeoro.com.
