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CIRCA: 2000s
CASE MATERIAL: 18K yellow gold
DIAL: Antique white dial with printed Roman numerals
BRACELET MATERIAL: Original Cartier black leather strap with signed buckle
CASE DIMENSIONS: 24 mm wide x 29 mm lug-to-lug mm
BRACELET SIZE: 7 1/4 inches
SERIAL NUMBER: MG247550
REFERENCE NUMBER: 1821
CALIBER: 157.06
MOVEMENT: Quartz
The Cartier Tank Francaise debuted in 1996, at a time when Cartier was adding some significant models to their lineup. The Francaise became a design icon, being worn famously by Princess Diana. The style is perfectly balanced and effortlessly chic, a perfect update of the classic Tank. Today, the Francaise is a full-fledged collectible, with legions of fans and appreciation potential.
ConditionDial is in excellent condition. Case is excellent with minor scratches. Movement is running at time of cataloging. Overall, the present example is in excellent condition.
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