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Cartier Tank Louis Wristwatch
- This 18K yellow gold Cartier Tank Louis wristwatch combines exceptional gemstones with luxury design
- The case is decorated with lines of factory-set diamonds, elevating the classic design
- Blued-steel hands and black Roman numeral hour markers indicate the time
- Circa 1980
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Movement: Manual-Winding Cartier Caliber 78-1
Circa: 1980
Case: 28 mm
Case Material: 18K yellow gold
Dial Color: Cream
Elevating one of the maison’s most iconic designs, this Cartier Tank Louis wristwatch exemplifies the brand’s unparalleled approach to luxury horology. The 18K yellow gold case is decorated with elegant lines of factory-set diamonds framing the refined cream-colored dial. Blued-steel sword-shaped hands and slanted black Roman numeral hour markers indicate the time, accented. . .
Movement: Manual-Winding Cartier Caliber 78-1
Circa: 1980
Case: 28 mm
Case Material: 18K yellow gold
Dial Color: Cream
Elevating one of the maison’s most iconic designs, this Cartier Tank Louis wristwatch exemplifies the brand’s unparalleled approach to luxury horology. The 18K yellow gold case is decorated with elegant lines of factory-set diamonds framing the refined cream-colored dial. Blued-steel sword-shaped hands and slanted black Roman numeral hour markers indicate the time, accented by a chemin de fer minute track exemplifying the classic design the Tank Louis is known for. The iconic deep blue sapphire cabochon crown and an exquisite brown alligator leather strap complete the design.
Few watch designs have achieved the enduring legacy of the Cartier Tank. First introduced in 1917 and inspired by the geometric lines of military tanks seen from above, the model quickly became an icon of modern design, named after Louis Cartier himself. Over the decades, it has been worn by a remarkable array of cultural figures, from actors and musicians to artists and leaders. This diamond-set Tank Louis combines precise geometry with exquisite gemstones, exemplifying Cartier’s dedication to fine craftsmanship.

| Maker: | Cartier |
| Period: | 20th Century |
| Origin: | France |
| Type: | Wristwatches |
| Style: | Modern |
| Stones: | Diamonds |
| Depth: | 0.0 in. (0.0 cm) |
| Width: | 0.0 in. (0.0 cm) |
| Height: | 0.0 in. (0.0 cm) |
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