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Cartier Tank 2465

Cartier Tank Francaise Ladies Medium Model Custom Diamonds Steel Watch #2465
Cartier Tank Francaise Ladies Medium Model Custom Diamonds Steel Watch #2465

Cartier Tank Francaise Ladies Medium Model Custom Diamonds Steel Watch #2465

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier Tank Francaise Ladies Medium Model Custom Diamonds Steel Watch 25mm x 30mm #2465 Cartier

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Mid Size Unisex Steel Quartz Wrist Watch
Cartier Tank Francaise Mid Size Unisex Steel Quartz Wrist Watch

Cartier Tank Francaise Mid Size Unisex Steel Quartz Wrist Watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 2015 Cartier Tank Francaise, Reference 2465 Mid Size Wrist Watch, 25 x 20 M.M. Stainless

Category

2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel

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Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 Ladies Midsize Watch Box Papers
Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 Ladies Midsize Watch Box Papers

Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 Ladies Midsize Watch Box Papers

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 Ladies Watch. 25mm midsize Stainless Steel case. Stainless Steel

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 VS Diamond Bezel Ladies Quartz Watch
Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 VS Diamond Bezel Ladies Quartz Watch

Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 VS Diamond Bezel Ladies Quartz Watch

Unavailable

H 0.28 in W 0.71 in Dm 0.99 in L 6.5 in

Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 VS Diamond Bezel Ladies Quartz Watch

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 VS Diamond Bezel Ladies Quartz Watch 25MM

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 Ladies Midsize Watch
Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 Ladies Midsize Watch

Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 Ladies Midsize Watch

By Cartier

Located in Great Neck, NY

Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 ladies watch. 25mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel bezel. Off

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Stainless Steel Watch 2465
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Stainless Steel Watch 2465

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Stainless Steel Watch 2465

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Stainless Steel Watch 2465 - Quartz. Stainless steel case (25mm x

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Wristwatch Ref 2465
Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Wristwatch Ref 2465

Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Wristwatch Ref 2465

By Cartier

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

bracelet with double folding clasp, bracelet fit for 6 ½ -inch wrist Serial: 17189XXX Reference: 2465 No

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

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Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 2-Tone Watch W51012Q4 2465
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 2-Tone Watch W51012Q4 2465

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 2-Tone Watch W51012Q4 2465

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 2-Tone Watch W51012Q4 2465 - Quartz. Tank Francaise. Stainless steel

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 2-Tone Watch W51005Q4 2465
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 2-Tone Watch W51005Q4 2465

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 2-Tone Watch W51005Q4 2465

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 2-Tone Watch W51005Q4 2465 - Quartz. Stainless steel case (25 x 30

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Lady's Stainless Steel Tank Française Quartz Wristwatch Ref 2465
Cartier Lady's Stainless Steel Tank Française Quartz Wristwatch Ref 2465

Cartier Lady's Stainless Steel Tank Française Quartz Wristwatch Ref 2465

By Cartier

Located in Bethesda, MD

Cartier Tank Française Watch with Swiss made quartz movement, sapphire crystal, white flat dial

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pre-Owned Ladies Cartier Francaise Tank Stainless Steel 2465 Watch
Pre-Owned Ladies Cartier Francaise Tank Stainless Steel 2465 Watch

Pre-Owned Ladies Cartier Francaise Tank Stainless Steel 2465 Watch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Discover timeless elegance with the preowned Cartier Ladies Stainless Steel Tank Watch

Category

20th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Ladies Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Quartz Wrist Watch 2465
Cartier Ladies Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Quartz Wrist Watch 2465

Cartier Ladies Stainless Steel Tank Francaise Quartz Wrist Watch 2465

By Cartier

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W3607 Model: 2465 Serial: 193***** Condition: 9 - Excellent condition Age: 21st June 2003 Case

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise mid size ladies W51012Q4 or 2465 watch
Cartier Tank Francaise mid size ladies W51012Q4 or 2465 watch

Cartier Tank Francaise mid size ladies W51012Q4 or 2465 watch

By Cartier

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

REF W3120 MODEL NUMBER W51012Q4 or 2465 SERIAL NUMBER 469***** CONDITION 9 - Excellent condition

Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Wristwatch Ref 2465
Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Wristwatch Ref 2465

Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Wristwatch Ref 2465

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

bracelet with double folding clasp, bracelet fit for 6 ½ -inch wrist Serial: 17189XXX Reference: 2465 No

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Wristwatch Ref 2465
Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Wristwatch Ref 2465

Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Wristwatch Ref 2465

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

bracelet with double folding clasp, bracelet fit for 6 ½ -inch wrist Serial: 119132CE Reference: 2465 No

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Midsize Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Watch Ref. 2465
Cartier Midsize Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Watch Ref. 2465

Cartier Midsize Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Watch Ref. 2465

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

steel bracelet with butterfly clasp Serial #: 160436CE Reference: 2465 Does not come with original box

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise W51011Q3
Cartier Tank Francaise W51011Q3

Cartier Tank Francaise W51011Q3

By Cartier

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W4804 Manufacturer: Cartier Model: Tank Francaise Model Ref: 2465 or W51011Q3 Age: Gender

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise W51012Q4
Cartier Tank Francaise W51012Q4

Cartier Tank Francaise W51012Q4

By Cartier

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Ref: W4914 Manufacturer: Cartier Model: Tank Francaise Model Ref: 2465 or W51012Q4 Age: Gender

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 2-Tone Watch W51005Q4 2465
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 2-Tone Watch W51005Q4 2465

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 2-Tone Watch W51005Q4 2465

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize 2-Tone Watch W51005Q4 2465 - Quartz. Stainless steel case (25 x 30

Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Custom Diamond Bezel 1.1 Carat Watch 2465
Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Custom Diamond Bezel 1.1 Carat Watch 2465

Cartier Tank Francaise Midsize Custom Diamond Bezel 1.1 Carat Watch 2465

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

CARTIER TANK FRANCAISE MIDSIZE CUSTOM DIAMOND BEZEL 1.1ct WATCH 2465 -Condition: Mint -Case size

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise W51012Q4 Two Tone Midsize Watch
Cartier Tank Francaise W51012Q4 Two Tone Midsize Watch

Cartier Tank Francaise W51012Q4 Two Tone Midsize Watch

By Cartier

Located in Great Neck, NY

Cartier Tank Francaise W51012Q4 / 2465 Watch. 25mm stainless steel case. Stainless steel bezel

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 Midsize Watch
Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 Midsize Watch

Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 Midsize Watch

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier Tank Francaise 2465 Mid Size Watch. 25mm stainless steel case. Ivory dial with blue steel

Category

Early 2000s Wrist Watches

Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Diamond Case/Bracelet Ref. 2465
Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Diamond Case/Bracelet Ref. 2465

Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel Diamond Case/Bracelet Ref. 2465

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Description Brand: Cartier Model: Tank Francaise Movement: Quartz Case Size: 25 mm Stone

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Cartier Cream Stainless Steel Tank Francaise 2465 Women's Wristwatch 25 mm
Cartier Cream Stainless Steel Tank Francaise 2465 Women's Wristwatch 25 mm

Cartier Cream Stainless Steel Tank Francaise 2465 Women's Wristwatch 25 mm

By Cartier

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This iconic Cartier Tank Francaise wristwatch is a demonstration of exquisite craftsmanship and

Category

2010s French Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel 2465 watch 25mm.
Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel 2465 watch 25mm.

Cartier Tank Francaise Stainless Steel 2465 watch 25mm.

By Cartier

Located in Great Neck, NY

This is a beautiful Cartier Tank Française Stainless Steel reference# 2465 Watch that exudes luxury

Category

2010s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Stainless Steel

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Located in New York, NY

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Cartier for sale on 1stDibs

For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.

Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.

Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)

Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.

One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.

Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.

On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.

While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.

Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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