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Cartier, London

Mini Tank J.J.C. | A yellow gold rectangular wristwatch with blue numerals and original gold deployant buckle, Circa 1969-70

Auction Closed

April 24, 04:23 PM GMT

Estimate

100,000 - 160,000 HKD

Lot Details

Description

Cartier, London

Mini Tank J.J.C.

A yellow gold rectangular wristwatch with blue numerals and original gold deployant buckle, Circa 1969-70

Dial: cream dial signed Cartier, stretched blue radial Roman numerals, blued steel epée hands

Calibre: 5¾’’’ tonneau-form calibre K821 signed Jaeger-LeCoultre, damascened Côtes de Genève decoration, lever escapement, jewelled, annular balance, flat hairspring, Kif Flector shock absorber

Movement number: main plate numbered 2'001'522

Case: 18k yellow gold rectangular case with polished finish, rounded brancards, beaded cabochon sapphire-set crown, case secured by 4 screws to case sides, gold screw-set lug bars, gold case back with vertical satin finish, inside case back with London 18k gold hallmarks, date letter ‘o’ for 1969-70

Case number: hand stamped 9'060 and [JC] Jean-Jacques Cartier punch mark

Closure: blue unsigned leather strap and 18k gold deployant buckle with UK hallmarks and [JC] Jean-Jacques Cartier punch mark, hand stamped twice 9'060

Size: 28 mm length x 20.5 mm width

Accessories: none

The cream dial of the present watch, with its bold stretched Roman numerals and lack of minute track, is typical of the style often favoured by Cartier London during this period. This example is especially notable for the use of a dark blue rather than black paint for the numerals. Cartier London offered or customised dials with the option of red or blue numerals in place of black.

Franco Cologni, Cartier - The Tank Watch, Paris: Flammarion, 1998. See p. 226 for a J.J.C. Tank and other London Tanks from the period.

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Mini Tank J.J.C.

黃金長方形腕錶，備藍色時標及原裝金錶扣，約1969-70年製

Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense.

Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band.

Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.

"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."