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Cartier 78086 Tank Louis Paris 1970s

€9.500
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Cartier Tank Louis Paris 78086 – 1970s

Paris-Signed Elegance in Its Purest Form

This rare Cartier Tank Louis, reference 78086, captures the essence of Parisian refinement. Signed “Cartier Paris” on the dial and caseback, it’s a timepiece that whispers sophistication — a collectible icon for those who appreciate the heritage behind Cartier’s most legendary silhouette.

Housed in an elegant 18k yellow gold case with beautifully preserved lines, the 23.5 x 29.5 mm proportions make this a discreet yet undeniably stylish presence on the wrist. The dial is flawless: crisp Roman numerals, the “Paris” signature (sold at Cartier Paris) at 6 o’clock, and original blued sword hands — all wrapped in Cartier’s timeless visual harmony.

Inside beats a hand-wound Cartier movement, professionally serviced and ready to be worn for decades to come. Paired with an original Cartier 18k yellow gold buckle, this Tank is not just a design object — it’s a piece of watchmaking and cultural history.

A rare find. A quiet statement. A true Cartier classic.

- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

DIAL:

  • original never touched white Cartier Paris (MK2) dial in flawless condition
  • original blued steel sword hands and blue sapphire cabochon crown

STRAP & BUCKLE:

  • black GOLDAMMER leather strap with alligator print is fitting up to 20 cm wrist size / 2 mm thick
  • original 18k yellow gold Cartier buckle

CASE:

  • great overall condition, showing minor traces of use
  • 3- body 18k yellow gold case with screwed down "Paris" signed caseback
  • 23.5 mm (without crown) / 29.5 mm (lug-to-lug) / 17 mm (between lugs) / 5.3 mm thick
  • year: 1970s
  • reference: 78086
  • total weight: 29 g

MOVEMENT:

  • Cartier manual
  • professionally serviced 09/2025
  • +7 sec/d / 260°

BOX & PAPERS:

  • GOLDAMMER certificate of authenticity & service documentation card
  • GOLDAMMER box

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #1094

Cartier

Cartier doesn’t just make watches — it shapes cultural icons. Founded in 1847, the maison built its legacy not through complication, but through design. A Cartier vintage watch isn’t just a timepiece; it’s an object of art, architecture, and allure — one that has graced the wrists of tastemakers for over a century.

When Louis Cartier created one of the first men’s wristwatches for aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont in 1904, he unknowingly set the tone for everything to follow: elegance with purpose. The Tank, introduced in 1917, remains one of the most enduring silhouettes in horological history — inspired by the Renault tanks of World War I, yet refined into a form so clean and balanced, it feels sculptural.

From the Tank Louis, to the Cintrée, to the geometric grace of the Santos or the bold curves of the Pasha, Cartier’s vintage watches speak a language all their own. Not technical bravado — but design purity. Proportion. Restraint. Lines so perfect, they need no defense.

To wear a vintage Cartier is to understand that less is often more. It’s for the collector who doesn’t need noise to feel presence. Someone who sees timeless beauty in Roman numerals, chemin-de-fer minute tracks, and heat-blued sword hands.

Cartier’s watchmaking may be rooted in jewelry, but it has always gone far beyond adornment. These pieces are tools of elegance — worn by artists, royals, icons, and the quietly discerning.

Because true luxury doesn’t need complexity.

Just clarity, confidence, and Cartier.

The buying process for deliveries to outside the European Union - insofar as your destination is relevant for import tax - is handled as followed:

1. You order the watch through our shop or by direct wire transfer

2. We claim the export documents at the German customs (takes 1 working day)

3. We are shipping the watch insured via DHL Express or Fedex (takes 2-3 days to reach your country)

4. You will receive an E-Mail with the requested import taxes from Fedex/DHL Express which you can pay online

5. The watch will be delivered usually within 5 working days (sometimes longer, depending on customs)

For more information, please visit our frequently asked questions page.

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