Cartier Tank Francaise 25mm Steel 18k Gold Medium Watch 2000s
$ 869.09
Description
This Cartier Tank Française (Model 2301) belonged to my mother. She received it during a trip to Switzerland in the early 2000s — a thoughtful gift from a man she met during her travels. While in Lucerne, Switzerland, she crossed paths with a man who was refined and understated, with an air of quiet elegance. He wasn’t famous, but everything about him — his tailored clothes, rare vintage car, and reserved demeanor — suggested he came from old-world wealth. Over the course of a few days, they spoke a few times, exchanged pleasantries, but nothing too personal. Yet, their brief interactions left a lasting impression. On the day she was to leave, he gifted her this Cartier watch. Without much fanfare, he gently took her wrist, fastened it on, and said: „Du hesch e Art vo Eleganz, wo Zyt würdig träge cha.“ (“You have a kind of elegance that can carry time with dignity.”) Then, just like that, he disappeared, and she never saw him again. No names were exchanged, no promises made — only the watch, which she wore for years, always with a sense of quiet remembrance. Now, it’s ready to start a new chapter with someone else who will appreciate its beauty and the special story it carries.
This Cartier Tank Française is pure elegance—timeless design with a sentimental story. The perfect blend of steel and gold gives it a luxurious yet understated look. Wearing it feels like carrying a piece of history, a beautiful reminder of a chance encounter in Switzerland. The medium size is ideal for everyday wear, and the craftsmanship is impeccable. A true classic that never goes out of style.