Cartier 96065 Tank Louis Grain de Riz 1980s

Cartier Tank Extra-Plate Ref. 96065 – Pure Geometry in Yellow Gold (1980s)

The Tank Extra-Plate is the purest expression of the Tank family. Reduced to its essential lines, its case is so remarkably thin that it almost disappears on the wrist. Where the Tank Louis Cartier embraces decorative elegance, the Extra-Plate is pure architecture—flat, sharp, and perfectly proportioned.

This Ref. 96065 from the 1980s embodies that philosophy beautifully. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, it features the iconic Cartier Paris dial with black Roman numerals, blued steel sword hands, and the coveted "Paris" signature at six o'clock—details that place it firmly among the most desirable vintage Tanks.

Powering the watch is the legendary Frédéric Piguet Cal. 21, one of the finest ultra-thin manually wound movements of its era. Chosen by many of Switzerland's most prestigious manufactures, it allowed Cartier to achieve the remarkably slim profile that defines the Extra-Plate while maintaining exceptional mechanical quality.

Completing the watch is its original 18k yellow gold "Grain de Riz" / "Beads of Rice" bracelet, flowing seamlessly from the case and giving the watch a uniquely elegant presence. Finding a Tank Extra-Plate still accompanied by its original gold bracelet is increasingly rare, making this example especially desirable.

Quietly luxurious, mechanically refined, and unmistakably Cartier, the Tank Extra-Plate Ref. 96065 is one of the finest expressions of minimalist dress watch design ever created.

- wrist size in our picture is 18cm circumference -

DIAL:

• original never touched white Cartier Paris dial in greatcondition
• original blued steel sword hands and blue sapphire cabochon crown

BRACELET & CLASP:

• original 18k yellow gold Cartier "Grain de Riz" bracelet is fitting up to 19.5cm / 2 mm thick
• bracelet is only adjustable with a goldsmith
• 18k yellow gold Cartier hidden folding clasp

CASE:

• great overall condition, showing minor traces of wear
• 3- body 18k yellow gold case with screwed down "Paris" signed caseback
  
• 23.5 mm (without crown) / 30 mm (lug-to-lug) / 17 mm (between lugs) / 5 mm thick
• year: 1980s
• reference: 96065
• total weight: 79 g

MOVEMENT:

• Frédéric Piguet Calibre 21 - manual
• 18 jewels, 18000 A/h, 42 hours power reserve
  
• professionally serviced 06/2026
  
• -5 sec/d / 280°

BOX & PAPERS:

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

GOLDAMMER REFERENCE: #1694