Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier Quartz Steel 28mm Silver Opaline Dial WSBB0073

The Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier is one of the most celebrated watch designs of the twenty-first century, introduced by the Maison in 2007 and instantly recognised for its rounded, balloon-like case and the signature blue sapphire cabochon set into the crown guard at three o'clock. Reference WSBB0073 represents the 28mm stainless steel quartz iteration—a size thoughtfully proportioned for smaller wrists while retaining every hallmark of the line's architectural elegance. Brand new, it arrives as a fresh-from-Cartier timepiece untouched and uncompromised.

The case is crafted entirely in polished stainless steel, its contours sculpted so that the lugs flow organically into a matching steel bracelet, erasing any hard boundary between case and wrist. At 28mm, the silhouette is delicate without being insubstantial—Cartier's designers have long understood that proportion, not size alone, dictates presence on the wrist. The stainless steel bezel echoes the case finish, framing the dial with understated confidence.

At the centre of the watch lies the silver opaline dial, a surface that is anything but ordinary. Opaline finishing gives the dial a soft, pearlescent luminosity that shifts gently as light moves across it, lending warmth and depth to what might otherwise be a simple silver tone. Roman numerals, rendered in the refined typographic tradition of the Maison, mark the hours with a scholarly elegance perfectly in keeping with Cartier's heritage as jeweller and watchmaker to royalty.

Powered by a quartz movement, the WSBB0073 prioritises precision and low-maintenance reliability—an entirely appropriate choice for a watch that will be worn daily and treasured for decades. Quartz accuracy means the owner never has to think about winding or power reserve; the watch simply keeps faithful time, ready whenever it is placed on the wrist. Cartier's quartz calibres are produced to exacting standards, ensuring consistent timekeeping that reflects the Maison's uncompromising quality.

On the wrist, the Ballon Bleu 28mm occupies that rare sweet spot between a dress watch and an everyday companion. Its polished surfaces are formal enough for an important dinner, while the sporting practicality of the steel bracelet makes it equally at home during the working week. The blue cabochon at the crown—a detail that gives the collection its name—adds a jewellery-house flourish that no other watchmaker has replicated with the same sense of rightness.

Bizak & Co. is pleased to offer this brand-new Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier WSBB0073 for sale online at a best price, fully authenticated and ready to ship. Whether you are buying your first Cartier or adding a cornerstone piece to an established collection, this reference delivers heritage, beauty, and reliability in one immaculate package. Reach out to our team to confirm availability, discuss pricing, or ask any questions—we are here to ensure your experience is as refined as the watch itself.