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Cartier Tank Francaise Dual-Time Desk Clock, Ref. 2945

Partially verified

This Cartier Tank Francaise dual-time desk clock, reference 2945, is a portable timepiece consisting of two independent clock units joined by a central hinge. This construction allows the display of two distinct time zones simultaneously. The two units feature contrasting black and white dials, each marked with Roman numerals and the Cartier brand name. The white dial includes a date aperture at the three o'clock position. The hour and minute hands are finished in blue, and each dial incorporates a hidden Cartier signature within the VII numeral. Both units are housed in steel cases measuring 35 mm in length and 82.5 mm in width. The clocks are powered by quartz movements equipped with alarm functions, with controls positioned on the upper edge of the cases. The auction description reports the steel cases are in excellent condition.

Cartier Tank Francaise Dual-Time desk clock with two independent dials, black and white, in a hinged steel case.
Cartier Tank Francaise Dual-Time desk clock with two independent dials, black and white, in a hinged steel case. — Bulang & Sons. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
zamanito.com
Category
Clock · Desk clock
Maker / attribution
Cartier
Reference
2945
Catalogue / lot identifier
Source URL identifies the listing
Source-reported date
2000s
Source-reported place
Switzerland

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Case and Dial Construction

The desk clock consists of two independent units joined by a central hinge, enabling the tracking of two time zones simultaneously. The cases are constructed of steel and measure 35 mm in length and 82.5 mm in width.

The dials are finished in contrasting white and black. Both display Roman numerals and feature the Cartier signature in the upper half. Each dial contains a hidden signature located within the VII numeral, and the white dial includes a date aperture.

Evidence for this section
  • “این دو ساعت با یک لولای مرکزی به یکدیگر متصل شده‌اند”
  • “بدنه هر دو بخش از استیل ساخته شده”
  • “هر دو صفحه دارای اعداد رومی کلاسیک و نشان امضای مخفی کارتیه در عدد رومی VII هستند”
  • “در صفحه سفید یک پنجره کوچک نمایش تقویم تاریخ جای دارد”

Movement and Functionality

The movement is of the quartz type and includes an alarm function. Controls, including the winding crowns and alarm settings, are positioned symmetrically on the top edge of the steel housing.

The two clocks operate independently, with the source noting that the dual-time capability is designed for tracking both home and local time zones.

Evidence for this section
  • “نیروی محرکه این ساعت از موتور کوارتز مجهز به زنگ هشدار تأمین می‌شود”
  • “پیچ‌ها و کلیدهای تنظیم به صورت قرینه در قسمت بالایی بدنه تعبیه شده‌اند”
  • “این دو ساعت با یک لولای مرکزی به یکدیگر متصل شده‌اند تا به مسافر امکان دهند به صورت هم‌زمان دو منطقه زمانی مجزا”

Provenance and Condition

The object is identified as a Cartier Tank Francaise model from the 2000s. It is described as a luxury travel clock.

According to the provided source information, the steel cases are in excellent condition. The seller reports no details regarding recent battery changes or past maintenance records.

Evidence for this section
  • “ساعت رومیزی کارتیه مدل Cartier Tank Francaise رفرنس 2945 یک اثر هورولوژی لوکس مسافرتی و دوزمانه است”
  • “قاب‌های استیل این ساعت در وضعیت فوق‌العاده و بسیار عالی توصیف شده‌اند”
  • “اطلاعاتی در خصوص آخرین زمان تعویض باتری یا سوابق تعمیر و سرویس توسط فروشنده قید نشده است”

Open research questions

  • What is the specific model of the quartz movement used in the reference 2945?
  • Are there variations of this clock that do not feature a date aperture?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Cartier Tank Francaise Dual-Time Desk Clock, Ref. 2945
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
MakerCartier“سازنده: Cartier”
Reference2945“شماره رفرنس: 2945”
MaterialSteel“جنس قاب: استیل”
MovementQuartz with alarm“نیروی محرکه این ساعت از موتور کوارتز مجهز به زنگ هشدار تأمین می‌شود”
Country of originSwitzerland“کشور سازنده: سوئیس”
Date2000s“دوره ساخت: دهه ۲۰۰۰”

Visible details

  • Dual-hinged steel case design.
  • Contrasting black and white dials with Roman numerals.
  • Blue hour and minute hands.
  • Crown and pusher controls on the top edge of each case unit.

Research qualifications

  • Battery replacement and service history are unknown.
  • Functionality of the alarm and clock movements is unverified by the source.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

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