{"product_id":"cartier-tank-americaine-platinum-as12380","title":"Cartier Tank Américaine Platinum","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFew watches have achieved true icon status. The Cartier Tank is one of them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince Louis Cartier introduced the original Tank in 1917, its elegant geometry and perfect proportions have made it one of the most enduring designs in watchmaking. Inspired by the aerial view of military tanks crossing the battlefields of the First World War, the Tank transformed a machine of war into an object of beauty. More than a century later, it remains as relevant—and as recognizable—as ever.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Tank Américaine, introduced in 1989, brought a new dimension to the family. Longer, more curved, and more architectural than its predecessors, it took inspiration from the legendary Tank Cintrée while adapting the design for a modern era. The result is one of the most sophisticated interpretations of the Tank ever produced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular example elevates the formula even further. Housed in a 44.4mm x 24.4mm platinum case, the watch pairs Cartier's iconic silhouette with one of the most captivating dials in its contemporary catalog. The salmon-colored dial features a subtle Art Deco-inspired motif that radiates across its surface, creating depth and warmth while remaining unmistakably Cartier. Rhodium-plated 'sword' hands sweep across the dial, while the faceted ruby cabochon crown offers a striking departure from the sapphire traditionally associated with the Tank collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurn the watch over and inside beats Cartier's automatic mechanical movement, providing the convenience of self-winding operation while preserving the elegant proportions that have always defined the Tank Américaine. At just 8.6mm thick, it slips effortlessly beneath a cuff while retaining substantial wrist presence thanks to its elongated profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitted to a semi-matte burgundy alligator strap with an interchangeable 18K white gold folding clasp, this example is accompanied by its complete set of boxes, papers, warranty card, and accessories dated to the 2020s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Tank has always been a watch favored by artists, tastemakers, and collectors who appreciate design above all else. In platinum with a salmon dial, the Tank Américaine feels less like a variation on a classic and more like one of the finest expressions of the model ever created.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cartier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43928155619415,"sku":"40950582","price":29500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/files\/AS12380_40950582_CARTIER_TANKAMERICAINE_WGTA0297-4604--6.jpg?v=1782411511","url":"https:\/\/www.analogshift.com\/products\/cartier-tank-americaine-platinum-as12380","provider":"Analog:Shift","version":"1.0","type":"link"}