Cartier Tank Louis Mini 18K YG (Ref. 67117), 1970s

Dealer description — Craft & Tailored

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. 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 were Princess Diana, Muhammad Ali, and of course, Andy Warhol, who was actually quoted as 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 # CTRTLM67117 Brand Cartier Style Tank Louis Mini Model 67117 Serial 12XX Size Women's / Unisex Material 18K Yellow Gold Dial White Roman "Swiss" Millimeters 18.5 X 25 Strap 2pc Cartier Tan Epsom Leather Strap W/ Cartier 18K YG Deployant Clasp CASE & BRACELET This diminutive execution of 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 tan Epsom leather Cartier strap with an 18K yellow gold Cartier deployant clasp. 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 The watch comes with its original Cartier clamshell box. The watch is keeping time, but the service history is unknown. A movement service can be purchased upon request.