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Cartier Tank Louis Travel Desk Alarm Clock Ref. 7505

Partially verified

This Cartier Tank Louis travel desk alarm clock, designated reference 7505, is a portable quartz timepiece manufactured in the 1980s. The clock features a construction of brass with gold plating and black lacquer accents, adhering to the design geometry of the Cartier Tank series. The white dial displays Roman numerals and a railroad minute track, accompanied by black lacquer hour and minute hands alongside a white alarm hand. Measuring 71.5 by 97 millimeters, the unit includes a hinged stand and rear-mounted toggle controls. As a quartz-regulated travel instrument, it is intended for desktop or bedside use. The auction description notes that the piece has undergone a recent battery replacement and operates as intended.

Front view of the Cartier Tank Louis Travel Desk Alarm Clock showing the Roman numeral dial, lacquer accents, and accompanying red presentation box.
Front view of the Cartier Tank Louis Travel Desk Alarm Clock showing the Roman numeral dial, lacquer accents, and accompanying red presentation box. — Craft & Tailored. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
craftandtailored.com
Category
Clock · Travel alarm clock
Maker / attribution
Cartier
Reference
7505
Catalogue / lot identifier
CTRTDAC7505
Source-reported date
1980s
Source-reported place
Not established
Source-reported serial
24XX

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 Cartier Tank Louis travel alarm clock utilizes a rectangular gold-plated brass case integrated with black lacquer panels. The design reflects the aesthetic of the Tank watch line. The brass case is designed for portability and includes a hinged stand allowing it to function as a desktop or bedside clock. The front of the case features gold-plated columns with black inserts.

The white dial is marked with printed Roman numerals and a central railroad minute track. The dial is signed with 'Cartier' and 'Paris' above the center, with 'Swiss Made' printed at the bottom. The clock uses distinct black hands for time indication and a white hand for the alarm function. The auction description reports that the crystal is free of blemishes.

Evidence for this section
  • “The hefty gold-plated brass case exhibits some gentle signs of use”
  • “The classically formatted white dial, featuring Roman numerals and railroad minute track is in excellent condition”
  • “The original black lacquer hands and white alarm hand are in excellent condition.”

Mechanical Features and Operation

This clock operates via a quartz movement. All controls for setting the time and the alarm function are located on the rear of the unit. These controls consist of toggle mechanisms. The device is powered by a battery.

According to the auction documentation, the hinged stand operates as intended. The auction description reports that the clock has recently received a battery replacement and is currently functional.

Evidence for this section
  • “quartz Tank Louis Travel Alarm Clock Ref. 7505”
  • “The hinged stand operates perfectly, as do all of the toggle controls on the backside of the clock.”
  • “The clock just received a new battery and is operating perfectly.”

Provenance and Accessories

The object is sold as a complete set. The item is identified by the vendor under stock number CTRTDAC7505 and is listed as a 1980s production model.

The case exhibits light wear consistent with age, specifically described as minor orange-peel texture in the lacquer and marks on high-touch surfaces.

Evidence for this section
  • “The clock is a complete set with its original box, pamphlets, and warranty card.”
  • “The hefty gold-plated brass case exhibits some gentle signs of use, expected for the age of the clock, with some minor orange-peel texture present in the black lacquer portions”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific movement caliber used within the 7505 reference?
  • Does the '24XX' serial number provide a more precise year of manufacture within the 1980s?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Cartier Tank Louis Travel Desk Alarm Clock Ref. 7505
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerCartier“Vendor: Cartier”
Date1980s“1980s Cartier Tank Louis Travel Desk Alarm Clock (Ref. 7505)”
Case MaterialBrass with gold plating and black lacquer“Brass W/ Gold Plating and Black Lacquer Accents”
Movement TypeQuartz“quartz Tank Louis Travel Alarm Clock Ref. 7505”
Condition NoteRecent battery change“The clock just received a new battery and is operating perfectly.”

Visible details

  • Rectangular case with hinged rear stand
  • Roman numeral dial with 'Cartier' and 'Swiss Made' signatures
  • White alarm hand distinct from the black hour and minute hands
  • Gold-plated vertical side pillars

Research qualifications

  • The serial number is partially obfuscated as 24XX in the provided source
  • Source mentions minor orange-peel texture in black lacquer portions

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

Consulted source

ساعت رومیزی و مسافرتی زنگ‌دار Cartier Tank Louis مدل 7505

Reviewed 2026-11-02 · Record c7bc46509d

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