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Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Hong Kong, Nov 28, 2026

LOT 66

CARTIER, TANK CORNICE, EAGLE BEAK LUGS, 18K WHITE GOLD

HKD 80,000 - 150,000

EUR 9,200 - 17,200 / CHF 8,400 - 15,700 / USD 10,200 - 19,200 / JPY 1,620,000 - 3,030,000

A very fine and rare, 18K white gold manual-winding wristwatch, featuring eagle-beak lugs and a crown positioned on the caseback. Made in France.


Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 3-8

Good

Slightly scratched

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 3-6-01

Good

Slightly oxidized

HANDS Original

Brand Cartier

Model Tank Cornice

Year circa 1940-1950s

Case No. 28179

Bracelet leather strap with Cartier 18K yellow gold and white gold deployant clasp stamped 9938

Caliber Jaeger, 15 Jewels.

Length 19mm

Height (including lugs)

Width 33mm

Weight 28 gr. (approx.)

Signature dial, case and movement

Notes

We are pleased to present this rare Tank Cornice, case number 28179, distinguished by its sculpted case. Many examples feature distinctive Bec d’Aigle (“eagle beak”) downward-pointing lugs, often made by Edmond Jaeger, or other stepped architectural “cornice” lines that make the case more sculpted than a standard Tank. Hallmarks on the side of the case and caseback are still present, and the case number engraved on the caseback and inner bezel is clear and easy to read. Produced circa 1960s–1970s, it is sought after by collectors of vintage Cartier shapes and retains good overall condition with crisp details.