An 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mechanical Tank Wristwatch, Cartier, Circa 1990,
30.00 x 24.00 mm case dimensions including lugs, cream dial signed CARTIER, painted Roman numerals, blued steel sword hands, polished tank case, beaded crown contains a synthetic cabochon cut sapphire accent, case back affixed with four screws in the sidewalls, manual wind jeweled lever movement, black leather strap, gold tone buckle.
Case number: 960654905.
Accompanied by an outer box and inner hinged case signed CARTIER, an additional black alligator strap marked CARTIER with a gold tone buckle, together with a folder containing a guarantee (now void) and instructions, and an original bill of sale detailing the sale of the present watch on July 3, 1990.
Estimate $ 1,000-2,000
The watch is not in working order and will require professional repair.
The crystal shows a cluster moderate scratches near the center, one moderate scratch near the outer edge at 7 o'clock, and scattered superficial scratches. The guilloche dial shows no spots/stains, the painted numerals (including secret signature at 7 o'clock, are bright and distinct, the hands show no discoloration.
The bezel, lugs and case back show fairly even moderate wear consisting of superficial to moderate scratches. The strap shows significant wear (new replacement Cartier strap included). The gold tone buckle shows minor wear.