Tank Louis de Cartier in 18ct rose gold Timeless aesthetics - an iconic silhouette for over a century Small model - 29. 5mm x 22mm 18ct case with silvered beaded dial Rose gold crown set with a striking sapphire cabochon Calibre 8971MC mechanical movement, hand-wound TANK LOUIS CARTIER Worn by Louis Cartier himself, the Tank wristwatch is a true classic in the world of fine watchmaking, debuting in 1919 and immediately establishing itself as a design icon. Inspired by the aerial silhouettes of combat vehicles, the Tank followed a design trajectory of modifying the circular watch face and integrating it into the line of the bracelet. The result was an avant garde icon of clean lines and striking aesthetics paired with the famed Cartier elegance. From that inspiring, art deco original, the Cartier Tank watch design has evolved over time, adopting a variety of guises, all unmistakeably Cartier. This small model is based on the initial 1921 design revision, which slightly lengthened the ca