Cartier Tank Américaine "20 Ans" 18K
1 Year Warranty
Your Vintage watch comes with a full covered one year warranty.
Reinterpretation of the classic
Picked for you by Ennio Limbach
Model: Tank Américaine "20 Ans" 18K
Collection: Tank de Cartier
Reference: 2505
Year: 2000s
Scope of Delivery: zrhbrg Packaging with digital Asset
Glass: Saphire Crystal
Case Material: 18ct. Solid Gold
Bezel Material: 18ct. Solid Gold
Case Back Material: 18ct. Solid Gold
Features: Date
Indexes: Print
Dial Handstyle: Cartier Hands
Caliber: 120
Base Caliber: ETA 2000-1
Power Reserve: 40h
Number of Stones: 20
Frequency:
Clasp Type: Tang Buckle
Clasp Material: Cartier 18ct. Solid Gold
About the Watch
Created in 1917 as an answer to Renaults new Tank watches Cartier saw in use on the Western Front, Louis Cartier designed his own prototype of a more practical watches that was presented to the American Expeditionary Force. A year latter, the first Cartier Tank was released, quickly followed by going into full production in 1919. Its lines and proportions are similar to the tanks used on the battelfields, earning it its famous name and, along the way, served as a name giver to one of the rectangular shape we love till today. Since its inception, many variations have been released like the Tank Louis in 1922, the Tank Americaine in 1989 or the Tank Française in 1996, all boasting the defining features of arguably Cartiers most famous subline of watches like its bold roman numeral dial with a chemin de fer chapter ring, blue Cartier hands as well as a sapphire cabochon-surmounted crown.
About the Brand
Cartier was founded in 1847 in Paris by the jeweller Louis-François Cartier, who in 1899 handed over to his three sons. They would establish the company internationally, not least by making the Cartier name a favourite among the crowned heads of Europe. Named ""King of Jewellers, Jeweller of Kings"", the brand was quick to turn its attention to watches. Many have become modern-day icons, such as the Santos (1904), the first wristwatch actually ever created, the Tortue (1912) and the Tank (1919). They were followed by other noteworthy creations, including the Pasha, the Santos 100, the Ballon Bleu and the Calibre. The Cartier family retained ownership of the firm until 1964. It is now part of the Richemont Group.
Watches with metal or precious metal straps often have a fixed length. To make sure that the watch fits you, measure the circumference of your wrist using our template and compare it with the information under "Strap".
In case it does not fit, please contact us shortly. Each band can be customized, which we will gladly do for you.
Customer Service
We work with a reputable and insured delivery partner to ensure that your parcel is dispatched the following business day after receipt of payment. On average, our clients within Europe can expect to receive their package within 2-5 business days, while those outside of Europe can anticipate a delivery time of 2-8 business days, depending on the carrier.
In short, we’re not that difficult when it comes to returns and exchanges. We firmly stand behind our products and do our utmost best to ensure you are completely satisfied with your purchase. You have the right to return your purchase within fourteen (14) days of receipt of the product and there’s no need to tell us why. If you wish to return your item, simply let us know and we will arrange a collection. Once returned to us, we will reimburse the relevant amount ras voucher for zrhbrg.ch, including the costs of delivery and excluding the return costs.
The authenticity of your watch is guaranteed by our qualified and licensed watchmakers based in Zurich, Switzerland.
Every watch is covered by a working guarantee.
In addition, you can have the watch fully serviced before delivery , in which case we give you a 1-year functional guarantee. The warranty is worldwide valid. This will enable you to receive assistance regardless of your country of residence.
Personal taste can evolve. To ensure the right fit, you can trade in your watch purchased on Zurichberg anytime and upgrade to a new timepiece. Your personal timepiece can thereby evolve with you along your journey through life.
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We create an immutable and unforgeable digital passport for your watch bought on Zurichberg.
The passport proofs authenticity and your rightful ownership. Your digital asset is stored on the Interplanetary File System (IPFS), a highly secure distributed ledger.
5 Reasons for Vintage
Watches that only a few wearReason Nr. 1Nowadays, many high-quality watches are mass-produced. Vintage watches were often made in very small series with skilled craftsmanship instead of robots.
Quality that endures generationsReason Nr. 2In earlier eras, watches were designed to last forever, including the components. There is no such thing as obsolescence. That is what we consider quality at Zurichberg.
Polarizing and characteristic designsReason Nr. 3Today, only a few watch manufacturers can afford to launch polarising products and therefore produce watches that are aesthetically pleasing to all.
Value for MoneyReason Nr. 4Vintage watches are overall cheaper than new watches. This is because new watches fulfill the essential financial objectives for the manufacturers, whereas vintage watches are financially "depreciated", so to speak.
Longevity that feels greatReason Nr. 5We believe that in order to move towards a more sustainable future, it is absolutely necessary and logical to develop a sense for the quality of the past and to reuse products instead of producing new ones.
