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Cartier Must de Cartier Tank Vermeil “Plain Bordeaux” SM (circa 1980s)
Cartier Must de Cartier Tank Vermeil “Plain Bordeaux” SM (circa 1980s)
WHY WE CURATED IT:
Minimalist SM Tank version devoid of indices but with a Double-C signature at 6. The Bordeaux dial with gold hands, case and dial text is a sumptuous, classic variation adjacent to Cartier’s eminent burgundy palette. 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, Cartier buckle, aftermarket strap and Cartier box included.
CONDITION:
Excellent 9/10, with hardly any signs of use. Crystal clean except for barely visible microscopic marks/spots. Dial, hands, crown, cabochon are immaculate. Caseback covered with Cartier service sticker, with engravings/hallmarks clearly visible. New aftermarket strap with original Cartier buckle in like-new condition. 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:
New aftermarket black leather strap with original Cartier pin buckle (14mm)
CALIBRE:
Cartier Cal. 057, 2-hander quartz
COMES WITH:
Watch, Cartier box, aftermarket strap, original Cartier buckle, Cartier service papers
PRICE:
MYR8,700
TERMS OF SALE:
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