Cartier Tank Louis 'Extra Flat' - Ref.96019

This elegant Cartier Tank 'Extra Flat'  Reference 96019 features an ultra-thin 18kt yellow gold case powered by a Caliber 21  manual-wound mechanical movement. It perfectly embodies the timeless, minimalist luxury of the classic Tank design.  This reference is highly coveted by collectors for its incredibly slim profile, offering a sleek and modern feel on the wrist while maintaining the classic proportions of the iconic Tank Louis Cartier.  The four case back screws located in the corners are a highly specific historical identifier for the Cartier Tank "Extra Flat" Reference 96019. On a standard vintage Tank Louis, like the Ref. 78086, the screws are located on the sides of the case.  Moving the screws directly to the four corners of the flat case back was an engineering choice that allowed Cartier to construct a significantly slimmer, flatter case profile. The original classic white dial with black Roman numerals is in excellent condition with its blue steel hands popping against the white dial.  The watch comes on a new Cartier lizard strap with solid gold Cartier tang buckle.