Cartier, Tank, "Paris Dial", ca 1979.
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Case size: 20,5, x 20 (28) mm
Material: 18K gold
Movement: manual, caliber 78-1
Year: circa 1979
Crystal: mineral crystal
Bracelet: leather strap, original buckle in 18K gold
Case number: 7808712806 / 806
Accompanied by: certificate, box
Wear due to age and use.
A simple function check indicated the movement runs; accuracy, power reserve and long-term performance have not been tested and servicing may be required at the buyer’s expense. Water resistance cannot be guaranteed and should be checked by a qualified watchmaker before any exposure to water. No right of withdrawal applies to live auction purchases.
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The Cartier Tank is one of the world’s most legendary wristwatches, created by the French jeweler Louis Cartier in 1917. The inspiration came from the newly introduced tanks during World War I, particularly the rectangular shapes of the Renault FT vehicle.