Cartier Ronde

No, it’s not a Tank. And yes, it deserves your attention! While Parisian jeweler to the stars Cartier may be best known in horological circles for its famed Tank watch, the French firm produced — and continues to produce — numerous other watch models that deserve equal billing for their unique and sumptuous designs. One such collection is the Ronde de Cartier. With its nod to classic, round mid-century designs, it provides a departure from the rectangular forms for which the maison is so well known. Available in steel or precious metals and in both quartz and automatic movements, it’s the perfect alternative to the Tank. This particular Cartier Ronde, dating to the 1960s, features a quaint 21mm 18k yellow gold case, a mineral crystal, a sapphire cabochon winding crown and a beautiful Roman numeral dial featuring a guilloche center topped with 'leaf' hands. Fitted to a black leather strap with a matching pin buckle, this awesome piece from Cartier’s catalog is in great condition and is a fantastic way to break into the Cartier fold without buying the same Tank that everyone and their mother already owns!