Cartier Tank - No-Marker Lemon Dial
Color that changes the conversation
This Cartier Tank from the early 1980s takes one of the most familiar watch designs ever made and shifts its entire personality with a lemon-colored dial. It’s immediately recognizable as a Tank, but the color does something unexpected, warmer, softer, and far less formal than the white or cream dials most people associate with the model.
It’s playful without being novelty, and unmistakably Cartier in the way it balances proportion and restraint.
Why this dial stands out
Colored Tank dials were never the default, and lemon executions like this sit well outside the mainstream. The tone adds depth and character without overpowering the design, allowing the blued hands to pop while keeping the overall look calm and wearable.
Paired with the classic Tank case proportions, the dial turns a conservative icon into something far more expressive, while still feeling period-correct to the early 1980s.
Condition, clearly stated
Condition is consistent with age and honestly presented. The dial remains in good shape, the crystal is clean, and the case shows wear expected from careful use rather than abuse. The manual-wind movement is running well, showing healthy performance on the timegrapher.
All core components, dial, crown, movement, and caseback, are original. The watch is fitted with an aftermarket leather strap.
A Tank with personality
This isn’t a standard Tank, and that’s exactly why it works. It keeps the elegance and balance Cartier is known for, while offering a dial choice that feels genuinely different.
For someone who appreciates classic design but wants something with more character than the usual configuration, this lemon-dial Tank offers a distinctive, wearable take on a timeless form, ready to enjoy as intended.
At Danny's Vintage Watches, we rigorously authenticate and inspect every watch to guarantee both its authenticity and exceptional quality. Your complete satisfaction is our utmost priority. We are dedicated to guiding you to the ideal timepiece that meets your desires. Should you have any inquiries, our team is ready to provide swift and comprehensive assistance.
Our Guarantee:
- Each timepiece is thoroughly evaluated, authenticated, and approved by our expert team before it is offered for sale.
- We guarantee the period-correctness of all components unless otherwise stated.
- The authenticity of each watch is guaranteed in perpetuity.
To get in contact directly with the team send us a text for the quickest response! 917-887-1584
If you are interested in trading or selling your watch please click here, and fill the form
Payments
We are committed to providing a secure and seamless payment experience. Our site features a built-in payment processor that accepts most major credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express). U.S. residents also have the option to pay via Zelle. If you prefer to pay via bank wire, which will be slightly cheaper, please send a text to 917-887-1584 so we can reserve the item you wish to purchase.
Shipping
We ship via FedEx, USPS, UPS, and DHL, depending on the item's value and your location. All domestic shipments are fully insured.
Choose options
What Our Clients Say About Us
I knew I was gonna like Danny, based on his name, but nothing could’ve prepared me for how great of an experience this was. He had the most beautiful 70s Seamaster Cosmic on his website and I was set to be married 2 days later - I arranged to buy it but before leaving we both realized it needed to be serviced. I panicked, because I was literally buying this for my wedding, and Danny being the legend he is, loaned me a nearly identical Seamaster to make sure I could get through the event Never have I had someone go so above and beyond for me, especially while purchasing one of the lesser priced items in their inventory. He serviced my watch and exchanged it with me after the wedding on a super fast turnaround timeline. I would sincerely recommend you visit this guy, you will not be disappointed Edit: adding a pic of the loaner (two tone) and the owner (crosshair)
Great service and shop. Danny and his team were incredibly accommodating, professional, and kind. Great selection of vintage watches. Their store is the hidden gem in the diamond district.
This was my first real luxury watch purchase, a Rolex 15200 Date 34mm, I own Tissots and a Laco, but those are entry level luxury watches. I found Danny’s Vintage Watches online, and had great feedback both on Google, Chrono24 and the Reddit watch community. So decided to give him a shot as buying online can be a crap shoot. Ordered Monday night, was at my doorstep Friday morning. Despite the watch being over 30 years old, serial number says it’s from 91, the watch looked new. Didn’t come with box or papers, and was shipped in a plastic sleeve wrapped in bubble wrap. Danny was always available to answer questions. I’ll be buying from Danny again for the next purchase…saw a couple of Speedmasters on his site I liked….
Can't recommend Danny's vintage watches enough!!! My first Omega ever and im in love have been wearing every day since I purchased it. Danny's shop is a must visit if you are in NYC looking for a watch!!!