my first vintage
Cartier Must de Cartier Tank Vermeil “Champagne Art Deco” SM (circa 1980s)
Cartier Must de Cartier Tank Vermeil “Champagne Art Deco” SM (circa 1980s)
WHY WE CURATED IT:
Seldom-seen version with small roman cardinal markers, alternating vertical/horizontal brushed sectors (two-tone effect at angles), and chemin de fer track on the dial edge (usually close to the centre). A very 20s/30s art deco vibe! It’s thought Cartier made accessible versions of the Tank Louis Cartier, the most iconic dress watch ever, because everyone “Must” own a Tank (hence “Must de Cartier”). More affordable, but still in luxurious 925 silver with thick 20 micron gold plating. Serviced and restored by Cartier with 2-year movement warranty from 2024. Cartier service papers, 2x strap, 2x buckle and Cartier box included.
CONDITION:
8.5/10, with light hairlines. Crystal clean except for light scuff near 12 oclock, visible only under magnification and intense light from certain angles. Dial, hands, crown, cabochon are immaculate. Caseback has sharp engravings/hallmarks, covered by Cartier service sticker. Original Cartier strap is worn but original Cartier buckle in great condition with light hairlines. We’re including a new aftermarket black leather strap and Cartier-style buckle. Movement is quartz-accurate; serviced and battery changed by Cartier in 2024 with a 2-year warranty.
DIMENSIONS:
20.5mm width excl. crown
28mm length incl. lugs
5.8mm thickness
15mm lug width
Visual dial width ~15mm
Wrist in photos is 15.8cm in circumference
CRYSTAL:
Mineral glass
CASE:
925 silver, 20 micron gold-plating
CASEBACK:
Screws on caseback
WATER RESISTANCE:
Assumed none, as per vintage watches
STRAP:
Original Cartier black lizard skin (worn), original Cartier pin buckle (14mm), new aftermarket chocolate leather strap, new aftermarket Cartier-style buckle (14mm)
CALIBRE:
Cartier Cal. 057, 2-hander quartz
COMES WITH:
Watch, Cartier box, original Cartier strap with original Cartier buckle, aftermarket strap and Cartier-style buckle, Cartier service papers
PRICE:
MYR8,800
TERMS OF SALE:
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