This specific Cartier Tank Must De Cartier Ref. 590005, is in excellent condition. The width of the watch measures 23mm, which will suit male and female wrists. We've placed this watch's approximate year of production within the 1990s.
Condition Report:
Iconic in all regards, we're pleased to offer this Cartier Tank presented in vermeil. Overall, the watch is in excellent condition, with only minimal scratches across the case. The dial is in great condition and is clean, with minimal wear present. Blue sword hands mark the hour and minutes; both are in excellent condition. The watch comes on a brand new black leather strap, along with its original Cartier buckle. The sapphire crown winds well and sits subtly at 3 o'clock.
Cartier Tank History:
One of the most recognisable and well sought after watches. Throughout history, there have been many famous Cartier Tank owners, from Muhammed Ali, Andy Warhol, Princess Diana, and Jacquie Kennedy. Today, the Cartier Tank is one of the must have dress watches in someone's collection, be it male or female.
Louis Cartier invented the Cartier Tank in 1917. Known today as the brand's most iconic watch, the name and design are derived from the Renault FT-17, a French tank that was used in combat throughout World War One. Using rectangular and square lines as the shape of the watch, it keeps a relatively slim profile. If you would like to learn more about the Cartier Tank, read our article here: The Guided History Lesson of the Cartier Tank.
