Today, I’m gonna talk about something I’ve been digging into lately, and it’s all about that famous Cartier watch that Jackie Kennedy used to wear. You know, the Tank. So, I got curious about this watch after seeing it in some old photos. I mean, it’s such a classic, right?
Getting Started
First off, I started by just googling around, trying to find out more about this specific Cartier Tank. Turns out, it wasn’t just any Tank. It was given to Jackie by her brother-in-law, Prince Stanislaw Radziwill, back in 1963. There’s even a cool engraving on the back related to a walk they all did in Palm Beach. Pretty neat, huh?
Deep Dive into History
Then, I really went down the rabbit hole. I spent hours looking at old articles and even some auction listings. I found out that Jackie wore this watch for decades, and it became kind of a signature for her. It wasn’t flashy, but it was always there, in all those iconic photos.
- Scouring Auction Sites: I spent hours browsing old auction listings just to see how these watches are valued. It’s wild how much history a single object can hold, you know?
- Reading Old Articles: I dug up old newspaper and magazine articles about Jackie. It was like stepping back in time. These articles had all sorts of details about her life and, of course, her style.
The Auction
And get this, the watch was actually auctioned off a few years ago. I found the listing and everything! It was sold for a crazy amount of money, which isn’t surprising, given who owned it. I watched some videos of the auction just to get a feel for the excitement. It’s not everyday a piece like this goes up for sale.
I tracked down the auction where Jackie Kennedy’s Cartier Tank was sold. I read all about the event and the crazy bidding war that happened. And, let me tell you, seeing the final price tag was a jaw-dropper. People were really ready to pay big bucks for a piece of history.
My Obsession
Honestly, I got a bit obsessed. I started looking at similar Cartier Tanks, thinking maybe I could find one for myself. Obviously, not the same historical value, but you know, just to have a little piece of that elegance. I even went to a few watch shops to try some on. It’s a whole different feeling when you actually wear one.
- Visiting Watch Shops: I actually went to a couple of local watch stores to try on similar Cartier Tanks. It’s one thing to see pictures, but wearing one is a totally different experience.
- Comparing Prices: I looked up prices for vintage Tanks online. Just dreaming, really, but it was fun to compare and see what’s out there.
What I Learned
So, what did I learn from all this? Well, besides the fact that Jackie Kennedy had amazing taste, I realized how much a simple watch could tell a story. It wasn’t just about telling time; it was a part of her life, a gift from family, and a symbol of a specific era.
This whole journey started with a simple photo and turned into a deep dive into history, fashion, and even a bit of an obsession with finding my own perfect Cartier Tank. It’s amazing how much you can discover when you start digging into something that catches your eye. And who knows, maybe one day I’ll have my own little piece of history on my wrist.
This whole thing was a bit of a random deep dive, but hey, that’s what makes life interesting, right? You never know what you’ll learn when you start pulling on a thread. And for me, this time it was all about a watch. A pretty special watch.
