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Which Cartier Tank is the original?
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The original Cartier Tank watch, which was emblematic of a stark departure from the renowned jewelry house’s curved and round watch faces in that its case resembled the FT-17’s cockpit, served as a sleek update to the Santos watch. Crafted in 1917, one year before the Great War came to a close, Cartier’s Tank watch reportedly borrowed its clean, sharp lines and boxy silhouette from France’s legendary Renault FT-17 light tank, itself a compact and extraordinary design that inspired numerous copies. When the Tank watch went to market, Cartier offered a limited run in Paris. After those quickly sold, it was given a name, the Tank Normale. The timepiece took off in popularity, but only slightly more than 30 were made in 1920 and annual production has been slow over the years since then. Find Cartier Tank watches on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
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Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Iconic Tank Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Cartier Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 23 X 22 M.M 18k Yellow Gold 2 Piece case, 17 Jewel
Category
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Materials
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By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
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Category
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
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By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
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Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches
Materials
Vermeil
18KWG Cartier Diamond Face Tank Américaine Watch
By Cartier
Located in Seattle, WA
An iconic Cartier "Tank Américaine" women's watch in 18K white gold. Featuring 1.00ctw G-H/VS1-2
Category
Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
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Cartier Tank Francaise 20mm Steel Silver Dial Ladies Quartz Watch W51031Q3
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Information:
Brand: Cartier
Model: Cartier Tank Francaise
Model Number: W51031Q3
Type and Style:
Type
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Steel
Vintage Cartier Paris Vintage Tank Lc Large, "Extra Thin", circa 1975-1980
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Introduction:
Cartier Paris Vintage Tank LC GM Extra Thin, Large size made in 18K yellow 1st series
Category
Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Wrist Watches
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold