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Cartier Women's W1018755 Tank Solo 18K Yellow Gold Watch

• Swiss Made watch with Cartier Calibre 157 Swiss-quartz movement
• Scratch-resistant-sapphire crystal; Case diameter: 24.3 mm
• Solid 18kt yellow gold case with stainless steel caseback; Genuine black caiman leather strap

Product Description

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Set in a striking 24.3-millimeter, 18-karat yellow-gold case, this Tank Solo watch from Cartier is the pinnacle of luxury. An elegant choice for women and men, the Solo also features a gold ardillon buckle and circular-grained 18-karat yellow-gold crown set with a spinel cabochon. Through a scratch-resistant sapphire window, the opaline-white dial has bold Roman-numeral hour markers and sword-shaped blued steel hands. The smooth black strap is made of caiman. Powered by Cartier's own Calibre 157 Swiss-quartz movement, this stunning timepiece is also water resistant to 99 feet.

The Cartier Story

The name Cartier is synonymous with luxury, quality, and style. Founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-Francois Cartier, the company became renowned worldwide for its design and production of beautiful jewelry and opulent objets d'art. A royal commission in 1904 made Cartier a supplier to Europe's Crowned Heads of State and led England's King Edward VII to describe Louis Cartier, grandson of the founder, as the jeweler of Kings, the King among jewellers.

By the early 20th century, Cartier had expanded its collection to include watches. At a time when pocket watches were still considered de rigueur for the distinguished gentleman, Cartier helped popularize the wristwatch, making it a bold fashion statement for men and women as well as a status symbol among the well-to-do. Louis Cartier is credited with creating the first men's wristwatch, the Santos, in 1904. He developed and named the watch for his client and friend, the Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who needed a device that would allow him to read the time without taking his hands off the controls of his airplane.

Other classic designs followed, including Cartier's signature timepiece--the Tank--which debuted in 1917 during the First World War and was inspired by the tough new war machine the Americans introduced to the fighting in Europe. Cartier's first water-resistant watch was named after the Pasha of Marrakesh, who requested that Cartier create watch that he could wear while in his swimming pool and not lose track of time.

And while it is known more for its luxurious design, Cartier is also credited with creating the highly functional deployment folding clasp in 1910, which is now used by watchmakers around the globe.

Modern Cartier watchmakers still base their watch designs on the early fundamentals developed by Louis Cartier. Treasured by collectors, Cartier watches are distinguished by their impressive variety of shapes (round, square, oval, Tank, Tortue and Tonneau), by their exceptional materials and workmanship, and by their recognizable Cartier aesthetic, an elegant blend of classic and modern design.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.1 x 5.5 x 4.6 inches ; 1.8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000SBIF6C
• Item model number: W1018755
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #29,051 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)

Customer Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 stars Classy and classic, December 29, 2010

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The watch is fabulous and will be an heirloom. It is a staple watch that can be worn everyday without being ostentatious. The wearer will look classy and look like somone who knows themselves and is self assured. It's not a gaudy watch.

3.0 out of 5 stars PRICE SHOP!!!, April 13, 2011

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I own this watch and unfortunately bought it through amazon. I've had it a year now & still love it. HOWEVER, go on the internet and you will find the same watch by other, reputable sellers, for much, much less!!!