Cartier WGCL0003 Cle de Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Silver Dial

The Cartier Cle de Cartier ref. WGCL0003 is a full yellow gold expression of one of Cartier's most distinctive modern round watch designs, introduced during the Cle collection's mid-2010s launch period. Defined by its softly tensioned case architecture and key-inspired crown profile, the model shows Cartier translating classic maison codes into a more contemporary automatic dress watch format. This reference pairs a 40 mm 18K yellow gold case with a silvered flinque sunray dial, Roman numerals, blued steel hands, and a matching yellow gold bracelet, giving it a notably richer presence than the steel versions in the line. Inside is the Cartier caliber 1847 MC, a self-winding in-house movement developed to bring robust daily performance to the brand's newer mechanical offerings. Collectors value the 1847 MC for its practical architecture, smooth winding behavior, and its role in Cartier's broader modern manufacturing era. The date at 6 o'clock preserves the dial's symmetry better than many comparable dress-oriented automatics, while the exhibition back adds technical interest to an otherwise highly refined exterior. Although not a limited edition and not made for a specific country or boutique, the reference has become less common as the Cle family faded from the center of Cartier's catalog. That relative scarcity, combined with the unconventional case shape and solid gold construction, gives the WGCL0003 a niche but increasingly appreciated collector appeal. For buyers who want a Cartier beyond the usual Tank or Santos vocabulary, this reference offers a compelling blend of maison design identity, everyday mechanical usability, and under-the-radar modern relevance. Like New with Cartier box and undated papers.