67 Cartier A possibly unique configuration, Tank Normale, manual wristwatch in yellow gold, with original Cartier bracelet, gold "crosshatch guilloché", made in London.

Estimate: Fr. 20'000 –⁠ 40'000

• Model Tank Normale London
• Year Circa 1949
• Case Material 18K yellow gold
• Case Number 7'127, 4'832, 486'146
• Bracelet Material 18K yellow gold Cartier bracelet, approximate length 175mm
• Movement Manual, 18 jewels
• Movement Number 486'146
• Dimension 23mm width x 31mm length
• Signed Case, dial and movement

The present Tank Normale represents one of the finest post-war examples from Cartier’s London workshop, a series of watches highly sought after for their precise proportions, exceptional finishing, and restrained elegance. These London workshop pieces are among the rarest post-war Cartier watches, combining geometric purity with the meticulous attention to detail that defined the period. The yellow gold case houses a dial of remarkable craftsmanship, featuring a "crosshatch guilloché" manual decoration that interacts beautifully with the slightly domed crystal, producing subtle reflections and a sophisticated play of light across the surface. The dial is further enhanced by finely printed baton indices and blued steel hands, whose azure tones provide a striking contrast against the golden background. This combination of unique guilloché finishing and domed glass gives the watch a depth and vibrancy rarely seen in production examples. The watch is fitted with its original Cartier nine row yellow gold bracelet, offering both comfort and a refined visual presence. The internal London hallmark “O” on the caseback confirms its provenance and production date, further underscoring the historical and collectible significance of this example. Preserved in excellent overall condition with very crisp hallmark on the side of the case, the present Tank Normale offers an extraordinary opportunity to acquire a vintage Cartier in yellow gold, featuring a potentially unique dial, original bracelet, and hallmark-verified provenance. Its exceptional craftsmanship, combined with the interplay of guilloché and domed crystal, makes this watch a highly desirable piece for collectors of historic Cartier timepieces.