Cartier Tank Louis LM in YG, CPCP "Collection Prive" later rosette dial, full set

Maker: Cartier
Model: Tank Louis in yellow gold from the Collection Privee Cartier Paris (CPCP), LM size
Reference: 1600
Year: 2004 September
Dial: Original white guilloche dial with rosette motif, painted numerals, minute track, and blued steel hands. No rosette motif on dial given its an early CPCP Tank Louis
Case Material: Yellow Gold, crown set with blue sapphire cabochon
Case Dimensions: 30mm length X 24mm width, thickness 10mm
Crystal: Sapphire Crystal
Caliber: Manual wind caliber 021 MC, based on a Frederique Piguet caliber 21
Service history: NA, +26 seconds per day
Bracelet/Strap: Burgundy Cartier alligator strap and original Cartier 18k yellow gold deployant buckle
Lug Width: 17mm
Box/Papers: Full set with original CPCP mahogany wood box, red leather booklet holder, CPCP manual, certificate of guarantee, and Cartier wood loupe box.

In 1917, inspired by the new Renault tanks which were in use on the Western Front, Louis Cartier designed the Tank. Its lines and proportions are therefore similar to those of tanks found on First World War battlefields; rectangular with its strap seamlessly integrated into vertical sidebars called "brancards". In existence for over 100 years, the Tank is a truly timeless watch and its no surprise that it has been worn by celebrities long before watch companies had "Brand ambassadors". Cartier continues to include the Tank Louis Cartier in its current collection, which speaks to the enduring appeal of this classic dress watch from the Paris maison.

This very special Tank Louis we have on offer is the highly sought after CPCP (Cartier Paris Collection Prive) Tank Louis in yellow gold. It is the later CPCP Tank Louis with the central rosette motif on the dial. It comes with an 18k gold case that measures 30mm x 24mm, a modern and sensible size. The mechanical manual wind movement is powered by the legendary Frederique Piguet caliber 21.

Overall, this Tank Louis is in excellent condition. The case is in beautiful, unpolished shape and although it has some surface scratches consistent with its age, the case retains its original edge and curves. The guilloche white dial is in clean condition with no blemishes or discoloration. The watch comes with its original yellow gold deployant clasp along with its original CPCP mahogany wood box, red leather booklet holder, CPCP manual, and certificate of guarantee (name, date, retailer stamp). It also comes with a Cartier wood loupe box which was sometimes included when one purchased a CPCP set back in the day.

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