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Cartier Tank Solo Small ref W5200005 is celebrated in many watch collecting circles for its modest approach to the classic Tank silhouette.  Like the rest of the series it features two paralleled brancards to form the lugs but with a modest pared-down design set for the entry-level collector or watch enthusiast in the market for an understated Cartier watch. Ref. W5200005 is a stainless steel 31MM x 24MM  model. it features a reliable quartz movement a classic Roman numeral dial with blued sword-shaped hands a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal the famous Cartier beaded crown decorated with a blue synthetic cabochon and a supple leather strap.

Cartier Ballon Bleu ref W2BB0023 is a striking interpretation of the classic round watch that features the crown tucked inside a bubble in the bezel.  Both functional and visually striking this design sets the Cartier Ballon Bleu apart from other round watches on the market and exudes a certain ethereal charm many collectors will find irresistible.  Cartier has released many editions of the watch since it was developed in 2007 including the gorgeous steel and rose gold model for sale here.  Features include an approachable 33mm case a silvered guilloche dial decorated with Roman numerals scratch-resistant sapphire and an automatic mechanical movement.

Cartier Crash first appeared in the French Maison's catalog in 1967.  Rumors of the uniquely shaped watch's origins have swirled for decades ranging from Salvador Dali's surrealist painting The Persistence of Memory to more radically a Baignoire Allongée that melted in a car crash creating the unique form.  However according to Cartier descendant Francesca Cartier Brickell who researched her family's prestigious firm extensively the story is much more tame although still crash-inspired as its name would suggest.As the story goes Jean-Jacques set out to develop a watch "unlike any other " working closely with designer Rupert Emmerson to transform the traditional oval-shaped case into something that might look like it was in a car accident.  Each end of the case has a pinched look so it's understandable why some might connect the Cartier Crash and Dali's mind-bending aesthetic. The collection's history is much more involved than that but it ultimately produced a spectacular collection of boundary-breaking watches some with skeleton dials and even diamond-encrusted bezels like our example. Although Cartier still makes the watch today it's still incredibly exclusive and rare.  It isn't likely you'll spot watches like this one out in the wild. This example from the 1970s is an 18k yellow gold model with an ivory Roman numeral dial leather strap and sapphire crystal. It's a spectacular display of Cartier's unique design language that will undoubtedly become the crowning jewel of your watch box.

Cartier Ballon Bleu ref W69016Z4 (2016) is one of the French Maison's most celebrated masterpieces distinguished by its elegant roundness unique bezel and precise mechanical movement. This men's model will appeal to many collectors featuring a 42mm stainless steel case and supple leather strap. It also sports the outstanding silver guilloche Roman numeral dial so many watch enthusiasts are familiar with adorned with Robust hour markers and sword-shaped hands. The famous cabochon crown is neatly tucked inside a bubble in the bezel hence the name "Ballon." Ref. W69016Z4 is a contemporary demonstration of Cartier's timeless design codes.

Cartier Tank Americaine ref WB701851 has a longer more dramatically curved case than the original Tank model giving it a noticeably different aesthetic while honoring the collection's enduring Renault tank-inspired design codes.  Like every sub-model the brancards that flank either side of the case extend outwards to form the lugs.  However on this model they are encrusted with glittering diamond brilliants.  This model also sports the famous Cartier Roman numeral dial with word-shaped hands and a black chemin de fer minute track.  What makes this model particularly collection-worthy are the diamond elements lustrous white gold finish and feminine pink leather strap.