£2,250.00
This 1990s Cartier Tank Must sits firmly within the revival of the Tank Must line that followed its original late-1970s introduction, a period when Cartier was refining its core designs for a new generation of collectors. The Tank Must de Cartier models of the 1990s retained the essential Tank architecture—parallel brancards, crisp rectangular case, and cabochon crown—while benefiting from improved case finishing and consistency of production. The use of a quartz movement reflects Cartier’s pragmatic approach during this era, prioritising reliability and everyday usability while maintaining the visual codes that define the Tank as one of the most recognisable watch designs of the 20th century.
The grey Roman numeral dial is a distinctive variation within the Tank Must range, offering a softer, more contemporary alternative to the traditional white dial while preserving classical Roman typography and chemin de fer minute track. Its understated tone complements the notably sharp case, where clean edges and strong geometry speak to careful wear and preservation. Accompanied by its full set of original box and papers, this watch benefits from a clear provenance, an increasingly valued attribute as 1990s Cartier gains broader collector recognition. Together, the refined dial, precise quartz movement, and intact presentation illustrate the quiet confidence of Cartier’s design language during this transitional decade for Cartier, when heritage and modern practicality were deliberately balanced.
| Complications | None |
|---|---|
| Movement | Cartier In-house Quartz |
| Case Size | Medium Tank |
| Delivery | Full set, box, papers and service pouch. |
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1990s Cartier Tank Must de – Maroon Spider Dial Mechanical
