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Cartier Tank Francaise

ProbableCredible evidence exists but classification is not fully established.

Record status

Individual type · partial

Period

circa 2000s

Maker / issuer

Cartier

This Cartier Tank Francaise is a quartz-powered wristwatch featuring a 25mm stainless steel case. Attributed to the 2000s, the timepiece utilizes an integrated stainless steel bracelet designed to match the geometry of the case.

The dial is white with printed black Roman numerals and is paired with blue sword-shaped hands. A date display window is located at the 3 o'clock position. The side of the case is fitted with a crown set with a blue cabochon. The watch incorporates a sapphire crystal. The quartz movement is cited as a component of the construction. The source identifies the watch as a Cartier Tank Francaise, noting its construction in stainless steel and its status within the Tank series.

Evidence at a glance

Linked sources
1
Photograph views
1
Catalogue references
0

Counts describe this entry’s documentation, not authenticity, rarity or completeness. Photographs may show one specimen; check each caption and licence.

Technical characteristics

Type
Quartz wristwatch
Maker
Cartier
Model
Tank Francaise
Date range
2000s
Case diameter
25mm
Case material
Stainless steel
Movement type
Quartz
Place recorded
France
Maker / attribution
Cartier
Country of manufacture
France

Design

Dial and Hands
The dial is finished in a white tone, providing a contrast for the black printed Roman numerals that mark the hours. A railroad-style minute track frames the perimeter of the Roman numerals. The hours and minutes are indicated by blue sword-shaped hands. A rectangular date aperture is located at the 3 o'clock position on the dial, and a sapphire crystal protects the dial surface.
Visible features
• Integrated brushed stainless steel link bracelet • Blue cabochon set in the winding crown • Date aperture at the 3 o'clock position • White dial with black Roman numerals
Movement and Attribution
The watch is powered by a quartz movement. The object is attributed by the source to the Cartier brand and the Tank Francaise model line, with the period of production identified as the 2000s. The source notes that the information provided regarding the provenance and history is attributed to the seller and has not been independently verified.
Case and Bracelet Construction
The watch features a stainless steel case measuring 25mm in diameter. The design is characterized by the integration of the lugs with a matching stainless steel bracelet, creating a unified visual profile. The crown, situated on the right side of the case, is topped with a blue cabochon. The bracelet consists of rectangular brushed links that follow the straight lines of the case. The use of stainless steel is cited as the primary material for both the case and the bracelet, contributing to the appearance of the object.

Identification

Source note
Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.

Catalogue references

No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.

Research required

  • Research required: Authenticity has not been independently verified by the source
  • Research required: Specific production year within the 2000s is not documented
  • Research required: Specific movement calibre is not identified
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