For the first Watch of the Week since Christmas, we are pleased to present another member of the Cartier Tank family. Cartier Tank timepieces have been examined in Watch of the Week before, and this beautiful Cartier Tank Anglaise small ladies’ watch is another proud example of this decorated family. Tank watches first appeared in 1917, and this iconic design has now experienced consummate success when used as either a man’s or a woman’s wristwatch. Elegant and salient without ever verging on being distastefully conspicuous, this wonderful wristwatch is a superb addition to the wrist of any astute modern woman.
Cartier Tank watches have always possessed a unique presence in the horological world, and the story behind these esteemed timepieces took a somewhat unexpected turn with the creation of Cartier Tank Anglaise watches. The original Cartier Tank was famous for the peerless alignment of its form, and this small Tank Anglaise has endeavoured to mirror this aesthetic by secreting the winding mechanism within the case itself. This reinterpretation of a classic wristwatch also bolsters the design of its ancestor by strengthening the distinctive lines of the timepiece, thereby generating a seamless fusion of old and new.
The case of the Tank Anglaise is resplendent in 18 carat pink gold and steel, and these two elements are woven together to fashion a sumptuously luxuriant visual statement. The first Tank might have been unveiled during the horrors of the First World War as it raged across the globe, yet its qualities suggest none of the harshness possessed by this military namesake. The Cartier Tank has always avoided conforming to more widespread watch-making traditions without good reason, and so the stylish duality of the materials used within this Tank Anglaise imbue it with a unique sense of warmth that few other watches could replicate.
The cleanly crisp lines of Cartier Tank wristwatches have always been the key to their popularity, but this is by no means their only appeal. The square dial of this Tank Anglaise is gorgeously balanced, with a large 12 o’clock hour marker in Roman numerals being surrounded by an ensemble of 11 accompanying brilliant-cut diamond markers. This flinqué dial also comes complete with the blue sword shaped hands that have become another signature within Cartier’s repertoire, and the silver finish has been lacquered to an incredibly fine standard. When combined with the sapphire crystal, the dial positively exudes class from every smooth angle.
Within its 22mm case, this Cartier Tank Anglaise houses a quartz movement that provides a perfect blend of efficient timekeeping and convenience. This calibre Cartier 057 movement has been ideally produced to complement the Tank Anglaise, and the water resistant casing of the timepiece ensures that it will also continue to function in depths of up to 30 metres. A 2 year international warranty protects the capabilities of this wristwatch, ensuring that this free-spirited watch is incredibly practical for daily use. Secured to the wrist by a matching 18 carat pink gold and steel bracelet, this Cartier Tank Anglaise is exceptionally equipped to receive praise and acclaim time and time again.
This stunning Cartier Tank Anglaise is available to own today from the extensive stock of Swiss luxury timepieces here at Banks Lyon. 36 monthly payments of £142.22 and a 20% deposit is all that it takes to make this hugely desirable wristwatch your own today. Furthermore, numerous alternative 0% finance options and deposit amounts can also be accessed using our online finance calculator, so you can customise the way you pay for any of our Cartier watches to suit your own personal vision. To receive more information about any of our products, or to place an enquiry, be sure to call our amicable and professional team on 01524 38 48 58 and we will be pleased to help.
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