£2,250.00
The Must de Cartier Tank was introduced in the mid-1970s as part of Cartier’s effort to make the classic Tank design accessible to a wider audience while preserving its Parisian refinement. The collection was produced under the “Les Must de Cartier” line, which combined traditional craftsmanship with contemporary flair, featuring cases in silver with thick gold vermeil plating rather than solid gold. The maroon lacquer dial — one of the most iconic and immediately recognisable variants — epitomised the daring minimalism of the era, forgoing numerals entirely in favour of the Cartier signature and simple sword-shaped hands. These watches were fitted with high-quality Swiss manual-wind movements, offering the tactile charm of daily winding alongside enduring elegance.
This example, in the medium size, retains all the hallmarks that have made the Must de Cartier Tank a design classic: the clean rectangular case inspired by Louis Cartier’s 1917 original, the cabochon sapphire crown, and the harmonious proportions that sit gracefully on the wrist. The inclusion of a Cartier-signed strap and buckle underscores its authenticity and continuity with the maison’s design heritage. Today, these vermeil Tanks are admired not only as stylish period pieces but also as an important chapter in Cartier’s modern revival — bridging the gap between haute horlogerie and accessible luxury, and embodying the enduring appeal of the Tank design in every generation.
| Complications | No complications. |
|---|---|
| Movement | Cartier manual wind |
| Case Size | Medium tank |
| Delivery | Watch only |
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