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For a similar model see Le Temps de Cartier by Barracca, Negretti & Mencini, page 124.
SIGNED CARTIER, MODEL TANK CHINOISE, NO. 344372, 1920S
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Cartier. An early gold rectangular wristwatch
Signed Cartier, model Tank Chinoise, No. 344372, 1920s
The nickel plated movement jewelled to the centre signed European Watch & Clock Co. Inc. adjusted to temperatures and to two positions, with plain gold winder, the unusual matt white dial with raised square quarter hour marks and dot five minute divisions, gold hands, in rectangular case with raised horizontal straps, the back with inner dust ring secured by four screws to the band, also signed European Watch & Clock Co. Inc., with leather strap and gold deployant clasp, case, dial and movement signed
23 mm. sq.
Signed Cartier, model Tank Chinoise, No. 344372, 1920s
The nickel plated movement jewelled to the centre signed European Watch & Clock Co. Inc. adjusted to temperatures and to two positions, with plain gold winder, the unusual matt white dial with raised square quarter hour marks and dot five minute divisions, gold hands, in rectangular case with raised horizontal straps, the back with inner dust ring secured by four screws to the band, also signed European Watch & Clock Co. Inc., with leather strap and gold deployant clasp, case, dial and movement signed
23 mm. sq.