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Cartier Tank Louis Extra Plate Ref. 96065

Partially verified

This Cartier Tank Louis, identified as reference 96065, is a manual-winding wristwatch from the early 1990s. The watch features a rectangular gold case measuring 23mm by 31mm, categorized by the manufacturer as an 'Extra Plate' model due to its reduced thickness. The timepiece is powered by an ultra-thin movement produced by Frederic Piguet. The dial is finished with a textured guilloché pattern and features black Roman numeral indices, a 'chemin de fer' minute track, and blued-steel 'sword' hands. The crown is set with a blue sapphire cabochon. The watch is presented on a black alligator leather strap equipped with a yellow gold deployant clasp. According to the seller, the piece remains in excellent condition with defined engravings and hallmarks on the caseback, showing signs consistent with being unpolished.

Front view of the Cartier Tank Louis Ref. 96065 showing the guilloché dial, Roman numerals, and blue sapphire cabochon crown.
Front view of the Cartier Tank Louis Ref. 96065 showing the guilloché dial, Roman numerals, and blue sapphire cabochon crown. — Oliver & Clarke. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
oliverandclarke.com
Category
Wristwatch · Manual-winding wristwatch
Maker / attribution
Cartier
Reference
96065
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
circa early 1990s
Source-reported place
Switzerland

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial Design

The watch features a rectangular case measuring 23mm by 31mm, constructed in gold. It follows the design lineage of the Tank Louis Cartier, incorporating brancards that serve as the watch lugs. This specific reference is identified as an 'Extra Plate' variant, noted for having a thinner profile compared to standard models of the time. The crown is positioned at 3 o'clock and is accented with a blue sapphire cabochon.

Black Roman numeral hour markers and a 'chemin de fer' minute track are printed on the dial. Time is indicated by blued-steel sword-shaped hands, which remain visible against the textured background.

Evidence for this section
  • “classically-sized 23mm x 31mm rectangular case”
  • “Known as an 'Extra Plate', these pieces were produced in far fewer numbers than its contemporary Tank LCs”
  • “textured 'guilloché' finishing on the surface”
  • “always beautiful blued-steel 'sword' handset”

Movement and Technical Specifications

The internal mechanism is a manual-winding movement supplied by the manufacturer Frederic Piguet. The movement is distinguished by its ultra-thin construction, which allows for the case's slim silhouette.

The watch is secured to the wrist via an alligator leather strap in black, completed with a yellow gold deployant clasp, which is described as the correct component for this model.

Evidence for this section
  • “higher-grade ultra thin movement from Frederic Piguet”
  • “manual-winding movement”
  • “fitted to a black alligator leather strap with a correct yellow gold deployant clasp”

Condition and Attribution

The hallmarks and engravings located on the caseback remain clear and defined, providing identification for the piece.

The model is attributed to the early 1990s. The watch serves as a variant of the classic Tank Louis Cartier, maintaining standard proportions while utilizing the specified thin movement and guilloché dial treatment.

Evidence for this section
  • “in excellent, very likely unpolished condition”
  • “clear and defined hallmarks and engravings on the caseback”
  • “Dating to the early 1990s”

Open research questions

  • What specific hallmarks are present on the caseback to confirm the gold fineness and production period?
  • Does the movement possess specific branding or internal serial numbers characteristic of this Frederic Piguet caliber?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Cartier Tank Louis Extra Plate Ref. 96065
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerCartier“Cartier”
Movement makerFrederic Piguet“higher-grade ultra thin movement from Frederic Piguet”
Case dimensions23mm x 31mm“classically-sized 23mm x 31mm rectangular case”
Dial finishGuilloché“textured 'guilloché' finishing on the surface”
Clasp typeDeployant clasp“yellow gold deployant clasp”

Visible details

  • Rectangular gold case with integrated lugs
  • Blue sapphire cabochon set in the crown
  • Textured guilloché dial surface
  • Blued-steel sword hands

Research qualifications

  • Condition as 'unpolished' is an assessment by the seller, not a verified fact
  • Production era is approximate ('early 1990s')

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

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Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record e1df79d7a2

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