Worn by Jennifer Aniston, Anna Wintour, and the late Princess Diana, the company's watches have long been favorites of royalty, Hollywood celebrities, and any woman desiring to wear a watch of distinction.

Designed personally by Louis Cartier in 1917 and patterned after an army tank, Cartier's iconic Tank watch symbolized speed and achievement. Cartier Tanks, already known as a true iconic watch, have seen an explosion in popularity in the last year.

Today's offering showcases this beautiful Certified Pre-Owned ladies Cartier Tank watch. It has an iconic tank case, black Cartier dial, gold "epee" hands, and sapphire topped crown, and mechanical Cartier movement.

Before cost-cutting measures brought about the widespread use of cheaper quartz movements for many wristwatches, Cartier contracted with watch manufacturers to produce mechanical movements designed to last a lifetime. Using traditional watchmaking practices, these gifted craftsmen gave individual attention to each wristwatch. As a result, Cartier wristwatches with mechanical movements are often more sought after by collectors than their quartz counterparts.

Our Cartier Tank has all of its original parts down to its original strap and buckle.

Its case presents in good condition - only the lugs' tips have slivers of gold wearthrough. The rest of the case shows fairly light wear. On the wrist it presents nicely. Please inquire if you would like the case refinished.

Its original dial presents beautifully. While the lacquer of these solid color vintage Cartier dials often show crazing hairlines this one does not. It presents as mint.

Its original Cartier band, which has been heavily worn on the underside, and the original Cartier buckle shows plating wear. Please inquire if you would like a new band and buckle. We have a genuine Cartier buckle in stock. Please inquire.

One of our Master Watchmakers who has done authorized servicing work for Cartier's Service Center has freshly serviced the watch which consisted of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components with Cartier replacements, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $695 value).

It is running very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a brand new Cartier in our testing recording position.

For the finishing touch, we have meticulously detailed it making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.

• Manufacturer: Cartier
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Serial no: 3,009,103
• Model: Tank Mechanical
• Functions: Hours and Minutes
• Designed for: Ladies
• Case material: 18K gold plating over sterling silver
• Case markings (outside): Cartier, Paris, SWISS, official Cartier registration numbers, Argent, Plaque or G 20 Microns
• Case condition: Presents in good condition - only the lugs tips show tiny slivers of gold wearthrough. The of the case shows fairly light wear. On the wrist it presents nicely. Please inquire if you would like the case refinished.
• Dial: Gloss black, signed must de Cartier, mint condition
• Dimensions: 21mm wide (excluding crown), 28mm long lug tip-to-tip
• Hands: Original, gold "epees", excellent condition
• Movement type: Cartier caliber 78-1, mechanical, manually wound
• Jewels: 17 rubies
• Crystal: Mineral glass, excellent condition
• Band: Original, signed Cartier, previously heavily worn on the underside with the watch's original Cartier buckle which shows plating wear. If you wanted to have the case refinished the buckle could be as well. We also stock a Cartier buckle and a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you're interested. 
• Serviced: Yes, One of our Master Watchmakers who has done authorized servicing work for Cartier's Service Center has freshly serviced the watch which consisted of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, replacing any overly worn components with Cartier replacements, installing a new mainspring, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation making it ready for immediate enjoyment (a $695 value)
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running very strong and true, keeping time essentially on par with a brand new Cartier in our testing recording position. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of four watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts.
• Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
• Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide