The Watch: Vintage 1976 Cartier Tank “La Nature” Palisandre de Rio dial with same trim. This ref was an experiment by Cartier New York, and lasted only a couple of years. In 1972, Robert Hocq, assisted by a group of investors, bought Cartier Paris. In 1974 and 1976, respectively, the group repurchased Cartier London and Cartier New York, thus re-connecting Cartier worldwide. With the new corporate unity came the end of many experimental designs, including this one.
This example likely originally sold from the New York branch. This is a slightly larger (25x33) 21611 reference, distinct from the 20611 which I posted previously when it was in my collection. It’s suspected there were less than 3000 of these made.
Condition: There is a small speck on the upper right of the crystal, and this watch is on an aftermarket strap and buckle. The case has wear expected of a vintage watch, and the dial is clean.
