Pre-Owned Cartier Tank Americaine AS04932

WHY WE LOVE IT

The Cartier Tank Americaine is quite possibly the least understood model in Cartier's lineup. Introduced in 1989 under Richemeont group ownership, it is in many ways a modern update to the classic Cintre model. With an elongated case featuring a gently curved case back, the Americaine line was designed from the start to be a larger watch to suit American tastes. Initially launched exclusively with quartz movements, the line has expanded in the past decades to include a variety of mechanical variants as well as sizes, case materials, and complications that put it all over the map in terms of value. This particular example, a reference 1713, features a 19mm x 34mm 18K white gold case with a curved sapphire crystal, a stunningly cool, non-luminous grey textured dial with stylized, printed Arabic indices, a matching feuille handset, and Cartier's ubiquitous sapphire cabochon winding crown. Powered by a reliable quartz movement, this Americaine makes for a shockingly good value in precious metal dress watches. If you're Cartier-curious but the Tank Louis or the Santos don't speak to you, the Tank Americaine might just be the watch for you! OVERALL CONDITION The case is in excellent condition overall with recent professional refinishing and only faint signs of wear from gentle handling. Grey textured dial with printed numberals is in as-new condition with matching handset. Octagonal sapphire cabochon crown.