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Cartier Tank Louis 18 k yellow gold

The Symbol of Style: The Cartier Tank Louis in 18k Gold.

Few watches are as inextricably linked to the history of 20th-century elegance as the Cartier Tank Louis. This watch, a magnificent example from the 2000s (Ref. 2442.99908CE), is more than a timepiece; it is a wearable heritage.
The Tank’s fascinating story begins during World War I, when the visionary designer Louis Cartier was inspired by the new, rugged shape of Renault tanks. He translated this military machinery into a refined, avant-garde design:
The Tracks: The stretchers (the vertical sides of the watch case) were designed to mimic the robust tracks of a tank.
The Case: The bold, rectangular shape radically broke with the tradition of round watches and set a new standard for design. The Cartier Tank Louis (or Tank Louis Cartier) has been worn by a parade of royalty and cultural icons throughout the decades—from Princess Diana and Andy Warhol to our own Queen Máxima. It has become a symbol of understated elegance, class, and timeless style.
This particular model is crafted in opulent 18-karat yellow gold, which perfectly contrasts with the classic white dial. The luxurious appearance is completed by the matching 18-karat yellow gold clasp.

While this watch has its roots in the early mechanical era, this 2000s version utilizes a reliable quartz movement. This ensures effortless and precise timekeeping, allowing the wearer to emphasize the elegance of the design without having to worry about winding it daily.
The enduring, virtually unchanged design has contributed to the Cartier Tank Louis’s status as one of the most iconic and recognizable watches in the world. This makes it not only a beautiful piece of jewelry, but also one with a strong reputation for retaining value among collectors.

This is your chance to own a timeless classic in 18k yellow gold, a watch that combines style and history on your wrist.

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Brand Cartier
Movement Quartz
Model Tank Louis
Buckle/clasp Original gold buckle
Reference 2442.99908CE
Lug Width 16 mm
Year of production (circa) 2000s
Set Content Watch only
Material 18k Yellow gold
Warranty 2 year (AWCo)
Crystal Sapphire
Dial color White

The Cartier Tank was designed by Louis Cartier in 1917. Its design was inspired by the brand new, awe-inspiring Renault FT-17 tank, used in WWI. We may consider the Tank to be a classical shape today, but back in 1917, it was a design revolution, much like the Renault that inspired it. The very first public example was given to General John Pershing in 1918.

The iconic design looks simple and elegant, but is deceptively complex at the same time. The nearly square case is flanked by two brancards, giving the watch its slender, rectangular appearance. A form that is clearly taken from the Renault tank with its tracks. A white dial, black Roman numerals, heat-blued hands, rail-road track and sapphire cabochon crown complete the typical Tank design.

Countless variations on the theme exist though. 1921 Saw the introduction of the elongated Cintrée models. In the 1970’s, in response to the Quartz crisis, Cartier launched the Must de Cartier line. These Tanks were powered by more affordable quartz or mechanical ETA calibers and the cases were plated silver, rather than 18k gold. The Tank Americaine was launched in the late 1980’s. The elongated and curved shape was reminiscent of the Cintrée, but a little less delicate in form. The more angular, modern Tank Francaise was added to the collection in 1995. More niche variants such as the Tank Chinoise and the odd “digital” Tank a Guichet are available for those with a taste for something different.

The Cartier Tank has always been a celebrity favorite. Iconic figures such as Andy Warhol, Muhammad Ali and Jackie Kennedy wore Tanks. Jackie Kennedy’s specific watch was later acquired by Kim Kardashian for a whopping $395.000,- at auction. Today, you might spot a Tank Francaise on the Dutch Queen Maxima’s wrist.

The Cartier Tank is surely one of the most iconic watch designs out there. You can easily put it side-by-side with the Rolex Submariner and AP Royal Oak as one of those genre-defining designs. It is tempting to throw the term iconic around in the watch world, but it is justified here beyond a shadow of a doubt.

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