Cartier Coccinelles: Ladybugs, Flowers and Watchmaking

The Cartier Le Cirque Animalier Coccinelles watch brings the decoration onto the dial itself. Two ladybugs sit among flowers and leaves, surrounded by a round diamond bezel. The result is closer to a miniature garden scene than a conventional arrangement of hour markers.

The details in the dial

The ladybugs and floral shapes create several levels across the face. Colored details break up the gold and diamond surfaces, while the hands remain visible near the center. Look at the watch from an angle as well as straight on to appreciate how the elements are arranged.

The example in our records

Our product record for reference HP100481 describes an 18k rose gold case measuring 43mm, a manual wind movement and a red satin strap. The gallery includes an alternate pale strap in the lead photograph; confirm the strap supplied with any watch being considered.

The red strap shown below continues the color of the ladybugs. Its buckle is also decorated, so the design extends beyond the dial.

What to ask before buying

Check the condition of the dial decoration, bezel, strap and buckle, and ask about service history. Confirm the exact reference and any documents supplied. Decorative complexity is not a substitute for inspecting the movement and fit.

See the proportions for yourself

A 43mm case can have a substantial presence, and strap length affects how it sits. Ask our team about the Cartier Coccinelles for current availability and an individual condition review. This archive feature does not guarantee stock, production numbers or future resale value.