1980s Cartier Ladies Tank LC 18K YG (Ref. 78087)

The Cartier Tank has become one of the most iconic watch designs of all time, and other than some more eclectic references produced has remained relatively the same over its long run of production. The Cartier Tank was originally designed in 1917 and became commercially available in 1919, and its design was inspired by the Renault FT-17 tank used by the French Military in the First World War.

The Cartier Tank is the perfect example of excellent design transcending generations. The Tank moved through the early 20th century only to become more relevant during the mid-century design era, and is once again seeing a massive resurgence amongst the watch-collecting community today.

The now more than 100-year-old watch design was the timepiece of choice for many of the cultural elite throughout history, the most famous of which being Princess Diana, Muhammed Ali, and of course Andy Warhol who was actually quoted saying the iconic phrase "I don't wear a Tank watch to tell the time. In fact, I never wind it. I wear a Tank because it's the watch to wear.”

SPECS

Stock # CTRTLCP78087
Brand Cartier
Style Tank LC 'Ladies'
Model 78087
Serial N/A
Size Women's
Material 18K Yellow Gold
Dial White Roman "Swiss"
Millimeters 20.5x28
Bracelet 2pc Lizard Leather Strap W/ Cartier Gold Plaque Tang Buckle
CASE & BRACELET

The iconic 18K yellow gold square case is in wonderful condition, showing signs of gentle polishing in the past with strong overall dimensions and light signs of use present. The watch retains its original blue sapphire cabochon crown. The watch comes supplied on a 2pc lizard leather strap with a Cartier gold plaque tang buckle.

DIAL & HANDS

The original white Roman numeral "Swiss" dial is in beautiful condition, the dial displays some surface spidering which is very commonly seen in Cartier dials of this era, though no actual damage, age, or chipping is present. The original blued hands are in flawless condition.

ACCESSORIES

None. The watch is keeping time perfectly, backed by a 1-year warranty on accurate timekeeping.

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