Vintage cartier watches the jeweler of kings touch of. With a long and industrious history dating back to when it was first designed in 1917 and introduced the following year, the cartier tank is one of the most coveted watches ever created by the famed french luxury goods company cartier. We are not an authorized rolex sa or cartier international ag dealer nor are we an authorized retailer of. Created in 1917 by louis cartier, this watch collection has become a legend that has inspired countless variations. Five reasons the cartier tank basculante isnt the other. This is a placeholder for the photo gallery, please do not edit. Classic watch cartier tank lookalike wristwatch men. Its not uncommon for customers to get 1525% off the list price after negotiating. According to company lore, the tank was designed by louis cartier, the founders grandson, after being inspired by the tread of a renault ft17 light tank, a. Swisswatchexpo is a retailer of preowned luxury swiss watches. Cartier watches are in demand in the multi billion dollar world of pre owned luxury watches. Drawing influence from the classical square shapes of traditional french architecture, the cartier tank francaise was an immediate success when it was launched in 1996. Finally, they expanded the popular tank collection in 1996 with the tank francaise.
In the spirit of vintage eye for the modern guy, the second watch we will look at is the more contemporarily designed tank anglaise. Cartier tank watch since the watch was conceived by louis cartier in 1917 the french firm continuously made a. Cartier watches women vintage watches women vintage ladies stylish watches luxury watches cool watches cartier tank solo angelina jolie cartier tank francaise. Five reasons the cartier tank basculante isnt the other reverso. This watch was released in 2012, with its stated aim to perfectly embody louis cartier s desire for seamless design.
Across its exceptional collections, cartier strives to present a perfect equilibrium between form and function, utilizing an astute combination of modern innovation and esteemed watchmaking tradition. You may return or exchange your cartier creation within 30 days of delivery in a new and unused state, in perfect condition, with all protective materials in place and tags and stickers attached to it. He is recognised as a world authority in this field with a. Elegant cartier tank watches for both men and women.
Cartier watch serial number search download free apps. Its been called the most iconic watch on the planet, the ultimate in classic timepieces. A variation of the original called the tank francaise watch debuted in 1996 a modern interpretation of the design that launched the line. Cartier tank francaise midsize yellow gold brown strap watch w50003n2. With over 493 lots available for antique cartier jewelry and 41 upcoming auctions, you wont want to miss out.
Cartier tank francaise 18k yellow gold roman dial 25mm ladies watch 1821. One spawned hundreds of models and celebrated its 85th anniversary earlier this year. Taking the original, groundbreaking cartier tank, it introduced smoother, bevelled edges, adding elegance to the classic design. Simplistic and elegant, it is the pinnacle of french watchmaking brought forth by the most prominent jeweler of the century. The unisex, understated timepiece with its expert craftsmanship, clean lines and effortless design is the embodiment of modernity, a far cry from the ornamentation and sweeping, organic shapes of the late19th century art nouveau aesthetic. Cartier womens w51008q3 tank francaise stainless steel bracelet watch. Since 1978, harry fane has bought and sold some of the greatest creations from cartier s golden years of the 1920s and 1930s. Older versions sit right on the cusp of being designated as vintage, but the design remains as fresh and attractive as when it was first introduced 22 years ago. Buy secondhand vintage tank cartier watches for women on vestiaire collective. Prices for most cartier tank watches on 1stdibs are negotiable. Cartier womens w69007z3 ballon bleu stainless steel and 18k gold watch. Talking affordable alternatives to the cartier tank and the stupid cartier crash watch asktnh live duration.
The tank solo watch, designed for men and women, honors the unique aesthetic that lies behind the collections success, while updating the watch model with a. But different fates awaited the reverso and the tank basculante. Be it tank anglaise, tank louis cartier, tank americaine, tank francaise, tank mc or tank solo. Make offer 2 cartier santos bracelet strap lower links 17 mm. Avaner mens square watch vintage roman numeral analog quartz wristwatch leather strap causal classic retro watch unique leather cuff watches with auto calendar window. Preowned watches estate handbags gifts gift registry customer services about us. New listing cartier large tank francaise watch 28mm wide stainless steel in excellent cond. Cartier has continued to grow and develop new collections in the new millennium.
Rarely are jewelers capable of producing such a refined timepiece that critics and collectors revere. Originally sold by royal warrant to the royal courts of spain, russia, and egypt, cartier has since created lines of watches that can be worn every day, whether youre in a throne room or your corner office. Cartier watches are known for impeccable craftsmanship and innovation. Preowned cartier tank francaise yellow gold and stainless steel automatic. The cartier tank watch is a marvel of fine watchmaking. In 1919, the parisian designer louis cartier was inspired by tanks which appeared in the first world war to market one of his flagship models. The cartier tank watch has remained a classic for good reason. Preowned cartier tank francaise buy a preowned cartier. After princess dianas death in prince william chose her yellow gold cartier tank francaise watch to remember his mother by, an heirloom which she used to teach him to. Louis cartier, the founder of the brand, invented the cartier tank in 1917. Cartier will not accept any return if the creation shows signs of wear, has been used, or has been altered from its original condition in any way. On chrono24 youll find 1,082 preowned cartier tank francaise watches and you can buy a preowned watch or sell a preowned cartier. Called the jeweler of kings and the king of jewelers by king edward vii of england, cartier has always been a favorite of those in the know. And this fall, the cartier tank will mark its 100th birthday with new variations and an updated biography.
The modest, modern design of the tank solo watch became a timeless classic the moment it first appeared in the cartier tank collection. In 1919, the parisian designer, louis cartier took inspiration from the renault tanks used during the first world war and produced one of the landmark designs of this mythical brand. Unfollow vintage cartier tank to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Designed in 1916 by louis cartier 18751942 the grandson of cartier founder louisfrancois cartier the tank watch, like few other wristwatches, has seen consistent success since its inception. The tank s name and design pays homage to the renault ft17, a french tank used during the first world war. W51005q4, 24 mm x 28 mm, steelyellow gold mivcar115 w51005q4. Cartier lady tank francaise stahl gold damenuhr datum ref.
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