Cartier Vintage Ladies Tank Mechanical Watch - Gold Vermeil, 18K Gold over Sterling Silver

Cartier

Item No. 10398SH

The Cartier Tank has adorned the wrists of many of the most influential women and style icons of the last century — Princess Diana, Jacqueline Kennedy, Michelle Obama, Greta Garbo, Sofia Coppola, Angelina Jolie, Jennifer Aniston, Anna Wintour, and more — each helping to define the watch’s legacy of elegance. It has long been one of the world’s most recognizable and culturally significant ladies’ timepieces.

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 Connoisseur of Time Certified Pre-Owned ladies Cartier Tank watch. It has an iconic tank case, classic white Roman Cartier dial, blue "epee" hands, sapphire topped crown, and mechanical Cartier movement. It is instantly recognizable across the room as a Cartier.

It is an uncommon Vermeil version signed only Cartier on the brand portion of dial.

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.

We were fortunate to acquire our Tank in all original condition.

It is an attractive and honest original Tank. The vermeil case retains strong geometry. It is in excellent with only fairly light signs of wear and none of the gold wearthrough that is common with these watches.

Its classic and uncommon dial is in just short of perfect mint condition. Its original and untouched lacquer surface does not show any crazing.

One of our Master Watchmakers who has done authorized servicing work for Cartier's Service Center and who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, has freshly serviced the watch which consisted of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, installing a correct new mainspring and crystal, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $895 value).

A Master Watchmaker has just freshly overhauled the movement. It is running strong and true, keeping very accurate time.

For the finishing touch, we have installed a new-old-stock Must de Cartier band and buckle and meticulously detailed the watch 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.

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 extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. As mentioned, one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership, was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center, and has done authorized work for Cartier's Service Center.

Manufacturer: Cartier
Country of origin: Switzerland
Serial no: 111,434
Model: Tank Mechanical
Functions: Hours and Minutes
Designed for: Women
Case material: 18K gold plating over sterling silver
Case markings (outside): Cartier, SWISS, official Cartier registration numbers, Plaque or G20 M
Case condition: It is an attractive and honest original Tank. The vermeil case retains strong geometry. It is in excellent with only fairly light signs of wear and none of the gold wearthrough that is common with these watches.
Dial: White, black painted roman numerals and minute track, signed Cartier, epee hands, original and untouched in just short of perfect mint condition
Dimensions: 21mm wide (excluding crown), 28mm long lug tip-to-tip
Hands: Original, blue steel "epees"
Movement type: Cartier, mechanical, manually wound
Jewels: 17 rubies
Crystal: Mineral glass, mint condition
Band: Must de Cartier band with gold-plated Cartier buckle. Previously worn, new-old-stock. We also stock a variety of other straps in various prints, skins, and colors. Please ask us if you are interested.
Serviced: One of our Master Watchmakers who has done authorized servicing work for Cartier's Service Center and who used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealer and was given special training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center to be an authorized Rolex watchmaker, has freshly serviced the watch which consisted of fully disassembling the movement, carefully inspecting each part, installing a correct new mainspring and crystal, reassembling and lubricating the movement, and extensive timing testing and regulation (a $895 value).
Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. It is running strong and true, keeping very accurate time.
Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details. 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 extremely experienced team of four Master Watchmakers all of whom each have over thirty-five years of experience and a large number of parts. As mentioned, one used to be the watchmaker for an authorized Rolex dealership, was given training by Rolex at their Beverly Hills Service Center, and has done authorized work for Cartier's Service Center.
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

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