1970s Cartier Tortue Large Paris Dial (Ref. 10712)
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History & Significance
Among Cartier’s early shaped watches, the Tortue occupies a special place. Its combination of curved lines, Roman numerals, and blued hands created a design that has endured for over a century. While less common than the Tank or Santos, the Tortue was often produced in precious metals and represented Cartier’s commitment to refined watchmaking.
The model was later elevated within the Collection Privée Cartier Paris (CPCP) line, where the Tortue became a platform for high horology complications such as monopusher chronographs and minute repeaters. This earlier 1970s example, however, demonstrates the timeless appeal of the Tortue in its purest, time-only form — elegant, wearable, and highly collectible.
Writer’s Thoughts
This Tortue Ref. 10712 is a beautiful example of Cartier’s design philosophy. The Paris signature adds collectible appeal, while the proportions are ideal for those who prefer a refined wrist presence. Its originality, from the lacquer dial to the blued hands and signed buckle, makes it an honest and desirable vintage Cartier.
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Every watch is thoroughly vetted, carefully described with complete transparency, and guaranteed authentic. Each piece is offered in honest condition, ensuring collectors receive a timepiece that reflects both originality and integrity.
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tortue Ref. 10712
Year: 1970s
Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Case Size: 24 by 28mm
Dial: White lacquer dial with “Paris” signature at 6 o’clock
Crystal: Mineral
Movement: Manual wind
Strap: Golden olive French goatskin strap, includes original Cartier-signed strap
Buckle: Original gold-plated signed buckle
Contents: Watch only
Case: Unpolished with sharp hallmarks; light wear throughout consistent with age.
Crystal: Mineral crystal in excellent condition, free of chips or cracks.
Dial: Original lacquer dial, well preserved with minor, virtually unnoticeable marks near the edge.
Hands: Original blued hands in near-perfect condition.
Strap: Golden olive goatskin strap in like-new condition; original signed strap also included.
Buckle: Original gold-plated buckle in very nice condition.
1970s Cartier Tortue Large Paris Dial (Ref. 10712)
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History & Significance
Among Cartier’s early shaped watches, the Tortue occupies a special place. Its combination of curved lines, Roman numerals, and blued hands created a design that has endured for over a century. While less common than the Tank or Santos, the Tortue was often produced in precious metals and represented Cartier’s commitment to refined watchmaking.
The model was later elevated within the Collection Privée Cartier Paris (CPCP) line, where the Tortue became a platform for high horology complications such as monopusher chronographs and minute repeaters. This earlier 1970s example, however, demonstrates the timeless appeal of the Tortue in its purest, time-only form — elegant, wearable, and highly collectible.
Writer’s Thoughts
This Tortue Ref. 10712 is a beautiful example of Cartier’s design philosophy. The Paris signature adds collectible appeal, while the proportions are ideal for those who prefer a refined wrist presence. Its originality, from the lacquer dial to the blued hands and signed buckle, makes it an honest and desirable vintage Cartier.
Our Promise
Every watch is thoroughly vetted, carefully described with complete transparency, and guaranteed authentic. Each piece is offered in honest condition, ensuring collectors receive a timepiece that reflects both originality and integrity.
Brand: Cartier
Model: Tortue Ref. 10712
Year: 1970s
Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Case Size: 24 by 28mm
Dial: White lacquer dial with “Paris” signature at 6 o’clock
Crystal: Mineral
Movement: Manual wind
Strap: Golden olive French goatskin strap, includes original Cartier-signed strap
Buckle: Original gold-plated signed buckle
Contents: Watch only
Case: Unpolished with sharp hallmarks; light wear throughout consistent with age.
Crystal: Mineral crystal in excellent condition, free of chips or cracks.
Dial: Original lacquer dial, well preserved with minor, virtually unnoticeable marks near the edge.
Hands: Original blued hands in near-perfect condition.
Strap: Golden olive goatskin strap in like-new condition; original signed strap also included.
Buckle: Original gold-plated buckle in very nice condition.