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Cartier, Tank, "Pavé Dial", "Diamond Case", ca 1981.
Hammer price
125 000SEK
Estimate
80 000 - 100 000 SEK

Case size: 20 x 28 mm
Material: 18K gold/diamonds
Movement: manual, caliber 78-1
Year: circa 1981
Crystal: plastic crystal
Bracelet: original bracelet, folding clasp, leather strap with folding clasp in 18K gold, ref. K 01948
Reference number: 78227
Serial number: 0'251
Case number: 251
Accompanied by: certificate

The general impression is good. Wear due to age and use. Defect, in need of a service. Total weight ca 66 grams.

Water resistance cannot be guaranteed and should be checked by a qualified watchmaker before any exposure to water. No right of withdrawal applies to live auction purchases.

More information

The Cartier Tank Ref. 78227 is an exclusive and rare example from 1981, crafted in 18K yellow gold. This model represents one of the most refined interpretations of Cartier’s classic Tank design, where proportions, choice of materials, and decorative elements combine to form a composition of exceptional quality.

The case is elegantly set with brilliant-cut diamonds along the sides, lending the watch a distinctive and sophisticated appearance. The dial features a rare pavé setting, fully covered in diamonds, creating a vivid play of light and enhancing the ornamental character of the piece. The crown is adorned with a diamond, replacing the traditional blue sapphire, further underscoring the model’s exclusivity.

The watch is fitted with its original 18K gold “Beads-of-Rice” bracelet – an uncommon and highly sought-after component. Accompanying the watch is its original certificate from 1981, confirming authenticity and provenance.

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