Information:
Pre-owned: Cartier Tank Americaine
Reference: WB710008
Bezel: Brillant Cut Diamonds
Bracelet: Pink Gold Bracelet
Case Size: 34.8mm x 7mm Thickness x 19mm Lug to lug
Case Metal: Pink Gold
Movement: Quartz
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds
Box and Papers: Box and Papers
Crystal: Sapphire
Bracelet size: 7.5”
Caliber: Cartier 157
History of Cartier
Cartier, founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, began as a jewelry workshop that quickly gained recognition among French aristocracy. Under the leadership of Alfred Cartier, the company expanded into watchmaking, with a pivotal moment occurring in 1904 when Louis Cartier created the Santos Dumont, the world's first modern men's wristwatch, for aviation pioneer Alberto Santos-Dumont.
Throughout the 20th century, Cartier continued to innovate in watch design, introducing iconic timepieces like the Tank in 1918, inspired by the Renault FT-17 tank. The company's watches became known for blending functionality with artistic elements, incorporating Art Deco influences and precious materials. Today, as part of the Richemont Group, Cartier remains a leader in luxury watchmaking, continuing to produce exquisite timepieces that combine tradition with contemporary design, from the classic Tank to the modern Pasha.
