Cartier Tank Louis “Paris” Extra Plat 18K White Gold Ref. 96019 – Circa 1980s
A true connoisseur’s Cartier, this exceptionally rare Tank Louis Extra Plat Ref. 96019 is crafted in solid 18k white gold (“or gris”) and represents one of the most discreet yet desirable vintage Tank references ever produced.
Its elegant 23 × 30 mm Extra Plat case houses the legendary Frederic Piguet Calibre 21, one of the finest ultra-thin manual movements ever made, allowing the watch to sit effortlessly on the wrist with remarkable elegance and comfort. The Mk1 case features the characteristic elongated sapphire cabochon crown, a detail appreciated by knowledgeable Cartier collectors.
The beautifully preserved Paris-signed dial remains original and free of cracks, displaying only light signs of natural aging that enhance its authentic vintage character. Combined with the spotless mineral crystal, the watch offers exceptional originality throughout.
The case remains in immaculate condition with only very light signs of wear, preserving the refined lines and proportions that define the Tank Louis. Fitted with an ultra-thin handmade black lizard leather strap crafted in Belgium and paired with a contemporary Cartier steel pin buckle, the watch perfectly complements its slim profile.
Highlights:
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Reference 96019 Mk1
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Circa 1980s
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Solid 18k white gold ("Or Gris") case
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Extra Plat case, 23 × 30 mm
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Original Paris-signed dial (no cracks)
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Original dial with attractive light vintage aging
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Frederic Piguet Cal. 21 ultra-thin manual movement
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Elongated sapphire cabochon crown
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Spotless mineral crystal
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Handmade Belgian ultra-thin black lizard leather strap
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Contemporary Cartier steel pin buckle
An extraordinarily rare Tank Louis that quietly flies under the radar. Combining an Extra Plat case, white gold construction, and an original Paris dial, this is the kind of Cartier that seasoned collectors search for—understated, elegant, and exceptionally difficult to find.
