173 Cartier A rare and attractive, Tank, wristwatch in yellow gold, with diamond-set case, diamond-set opale dial, with box.
Estimate: € 10,000 – 20,000
Sold (Premium)€13,000
| Model | Tank |
|---|---|
| Reference | 78087 |
| Case Material | Yellow gold and diamonds |
| Bracelet Material | Leather strap |
| Year | Circa 1980s |
| Movement | Manual, cal. 78-1, 17 jewels |
| Case N° | 17'325 |
| Dimensions | 20mm width and 28mm length |
| Signed | Case, dial and movement |
| Accessories | Accompained by Cartier fitted presentation box |
The Cartier Tank, first introduced in 1917, is one of the most iconic and recognizable watches in the world. Inspired by the tanks of World War I, its rectangular and clean design has maintained a timeless elegance that has captured the imagination of watch enthusiasts and celebrities over the decades. The present never-before-seen Cartier Tank reference 78 087 in yellow gold with diamonds is a masterpiece of luxury and craftsmanship. What truly sets this timepiece apart is its exceptionally rare dial, a configuration that has never surfaced on the market before. The opale center, shimmering with an ethereal play of light, is an absolute anomaly in the world of Cartier watches, making this an unparalleled collector’s piece. Surrounding this breathtaking opale core, the dial is paved with brilliant-cut diamonds, seamlessly extending the brilliance of the diamond-set case. This fusion of opale and diamonds creates a mesmerizing effect, unlike anything else found in Cartier’s long and illustrious history of luxury watchmaking. Vintage yellow-gold Tank models, particularly adorned with diamonds, are already highly sought-after, but the sheer uniqueness of this dial makes it an extraordinary discovery, elevating it to the ranks of the most exclusive and elusive Cartier timepieces ever created.