{"product_id":"cartier-tank-louis-paris-automatic-18k-yellow-gold-early-flatback-ref-17002-circa-1973","title":"Cartier Tank Louis \"Paris\" Automatic 18K Yellow Gold \"Early Flatback\" Chubby Ref. 17002 Circa 1973","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn exceptionally rare and highly collectible Cartier Tank Louis Automatic Ref. 17002, crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and dating to circa 1972–1975. This fascinating watch represents one of Cartier's earliest automatic Tank Louis models and is regarded by collectors as an early automatic prototype.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the later Jumbo Automatic models, this reference retains the classic 23 × 30 mm Tank Louis dimensions—identical to the manual-wind Ref. 78086—while housing the automatic Cartier Calibre 076. Among collectors, this distinctive case is affectionately known as the \"Chubby\" or \"Flatback\" due to its thicker profile and flat caseback. The added thickness accommodates the automatic movement while preserving the elegant proportions of the classic Tank Louis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding to its significance is the remarkably low serial number 0082, with crisp engravings still clearly visible on the caseback. The original Paris-signed dial shows light, even aging, giving the watch authentic vintage character. It is complemented by blued steel hands, a blue sapphire cabochon crown, a spotless crystal, and a brand-new black leather strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshly serviced and running excellent, the watch is ready to be worn and enjoyed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca 1972–1975\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReference 17002\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare early Cartier automatic prototype\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid 18k yellow gold case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic 23 × 30 mm Tank Louis case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare \u003cstrong\u003e\"Chubby\" \/ \"Flatback\"\u003c\/strong\u003e case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtremely low serial number \u003cstrong\u003e0082\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCartier Cal. 076 automatic movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Paris-signed dial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlued steel hands\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlue sapphire cabochon crown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpotless crystal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshly serviced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand-new black leather strap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional early Cartier Tank Louis Automatic, combining the elegant dimensions of the classic Tank Louis with the rare \"Chubby\" flatback case. With its low serial number, original Paris dial, and early automatic construction, it is a true collector's piece that is increasingly difficult to find.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Le Petit Suisse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58650180649285,"sku":null,"price":17500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/0199\/9173\/files\/CartierTankLouis_Paris_Automatic1700218KYellowGoldfrom1970s_lowearlyserialnumber_82_-7979.jpg?v=1784743359","url":"https:\/\/www.lepetitsuissewatches.com\/products\/cartier-tank-louis-paris-automatic-18k-yellow-gold-early-flatback-ref-17002-circa-1973","provider":"Le Petit Suisse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}