1970s Cartier Tank Louis Ladies' Watch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1970s
Maker / issuer
CartierThis Cartier Tank watch is a manually wound timepiece from the 1970s. The watch features an 18k yellow gold case measuring 24mm by 27mm with a 7mm thickness. It is fitted with an original white porcelain dial signed 'PARIS', featuring Roman numerals and an inner railroad minute track, paired with original blued steel hands.
The case retains its original sapphire cabochon crown and 18k yellow gold screws. The movement is manually wound. The watch is accompanied by an original leather strap secured by a matching 18k yellow gold Cartier deployant clasp. According to the auction description, the watch functions and keeps time, though its previous service history is unknown. The case is described as unpolished, exhibiting signs of light wear, while the dial remains free of cracking or degradation.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Dial
- White "Paris" signed porcelain
- Type
- Manual-wind wristwatch
- Brand
- Cartier
- Clasp
- 18k yellow gold deployant
- Serial
- 780XXXXXXX
- Material
- 18k Yellow Gold
- Movement
- Manually wound
- Dimensions
- 24mm x 27mm; 7mm thickness
- Maker / attribution
- Cartier
Design
- Dial and Hands
- The timepiece features a white porcelain dial marked with the signature 'PARIS'. The dial displays a classic layout with Roman numerals and an inner railroad-style minute track. The condition of the dial is reported as excellent, with no evidence of cracking or degradation. The time is indicated by a pair of blued steel hands. These hands are described as original to the watch and remain in excellent condition, showing no signs of oxidation or corrosion.
- Visible features
- • Original blued steel hands • Sapphire cabochon crown • 18k gold screws visible on the case • Porcelain dial with 'PARIS' signature
- Case and Bracelet
- The watch is housed in an 18k yellow gold case measuring 24mm by 27mm, with a thickness of 7mm. The auction description reports the case remains unpolished, showing signs of use consistent with its age. It retains its original 18k yellow gold screws and is fitted with its original sapphire cabochon-set crown. The piece is presented on an original Cartier crocodile leather strap. This is secured by an 18k yellow gold Cartier deployant clasp, which is noted as original to the watch.
- Condition and Functionality
- The watch is described as being in well-preserved condition. The caseback remains intact with its original engravings and hallmarks legible. According to the auction listing, the watch is currently functioning and keeping time. The seller notes that the previous service history of the watch is unknown. No further technical details regarding the movement mechanics or calibration are provided.
Identification
- Serial number
- 780XXXXXXX
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Previous service history is unknown
- Research required: Full serial number is partially redacted in source