Cartier Tank LC 18K RG (Ref. WGTA0011), 2021

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The Cartier Tank has become one of the most iconic watch designs of all time, and other than some more eclectic references produced has remained relatively the same over its long run of production. The Cartier Tank was originally designed in 1917 and became commercially available in 1919, its design was inspired by the Renault FT-17 tank used by the French Military in the First World War. The Cartier Tank is the perfect example of excellent design transcending generations. The Tank moved through the early 20th century only to become more relevant during the mid-century design era, and is once again seeing a massive resurgence amongst the watch-collecting community today. The now more than 100-year-old watch design was the timepiece of choice for many of the cultural elite throughout history, the most famous of which being Princess Diana, Muhammed Ali, and of course Andy Warhol who was actually quoted saying the iconic phrase "I don't wear a Tank watch to tell the time. In fact, I never wind it. I wear a Tank because it's the watch to wear.” Stock # CTRTLCWGTA0011 Brand Cartier Style Tank LC Model WGTA0011 Serial XXXX1053XXX Size Men's Material 18K Rose Gold Dial Silver Guilloche Millimeters 25.5x34 Bracelet 2pc Cartier Leather Strap W/ 18K RG Cartier Tang Buckle CASE & BRACELET The unpolished 18K rose gold case exhibits almost no signs of previous use and was likely only worn a few times. The sapphire crystal is in perfect condition, exhibiting no signs of use. The watch retains its original blue sapphire cabochon crown. The case back retains its original factory protective sticker and remains in perfect condition. The original Cartier brown alligator 2pc strap is very gently worn and retains the original 18K RG Cartier tang buckle. DIAL & HANDS The original silver dial with guilloche dial center is flawless. The blued hands are flawless. ACCESSORIES