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1970s Cartier Must Tank Roman Dial Manual Wind

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History and Significance

The Must de Cartier line, created by Robert Hocq and Alain-Dominique Perrin, aimed to attract new customers by offering accessories and leather goods with the essence of Cartier. The Must de Cartier Tank wristwatch was the brand's most iconic item, made from sterling silver with a minimum of 10k plating at 2.5 microns thick. Launched in 1976, the line marked key milestones for the brand, including being the first non-precious metal watch and the first mass-produced watch. The brand produced around 3000 watches per year before the Must Line, and by the end of the 70s, they were producing over 160,000 watches per year. The dials varied, with faux-stone dials resembling onyx and lapis, lacquer dials in wood and tortoiseshell, and the Trinity dial featuring five stripes in a center section in yellow, white, and rose gold. The Trinity dial was a favorite among fans.

Writer’s Thoughts

This is a textbook Must Tank. The warm dial tone, crisp Roman numerals, and cabochon crown give it the character people look for in these models. On the wrist, it wears slim and balanced, exactly as a Tank should, and feels more elegant thanks to the manual movement.

Our Promise

Every watch is thoroughly vetted, carefully described with complete transparency, and guaranteed authentic. Each piece is offered in honest condition, ensuring collectors receive a timepiece that reflects both originality and integrity.

Specifications

Brand: Cartier

Model: Tank Must de Cartier 

Year: 1980s

Case Material: Sterling silver with 18k yellow gold plating

Case Size: 23mm by 30mm

Dial: Ivory Roman dial

Crystal: Mineral

Movement: manual wind movement

Strap: New strap

Buckle/Clasp: Generic buckle

Contents: Box and booklets

Condition

Case: Excellent condition with strong and even plating

Crystal: Clear with minimal marks

Dial: Ivory Roman dial with minimal spidering

Hands: Original blued steel hands in excellent condition

Strap: The strap is new

Buckle: The buckle is new

1970s Cartier Must Tank Roman Dial Manual Wind

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Worth A Read

History and Significance

The Must de Cartier line, created by Robert Hocq and Alain-Dominique Perrin, aimed to attract new customers by offering accessories and leather goods with the essence of Cartier. The Must de Cartier Tank wristwatch was the brand's most iconic item, made from sterling silver with a minimum of 10k plating at 2.5 microns thick. Launched in 1976, the line marked key milestones for the brand, including being the first non-precious metal watch and the first mass-produced watch. The brand produced around 3000 watches per year before the Must Line, and by the end of the 70s, they were producing over 160,000 watches per year. The dials varied, with faux-stone dials resembling onyx and lapis, lacquer dials in wood and tortoiseshell, and the Trinity dial featuring five stripes in a center section in yellow, white, and rose gold. The Trinity dial was a favorite among fans.

Writer’s Thoughts

This is a textbook Must Tank. The warm dial tone, crisp Roman numerals, and cabochon crown give it the character people look for in these models. On the wrist, it wears slim and balanced, exactly as a Tank should, and feels more elegant thanks to the manual movement.

Our Promise

Every watch is thoroughly vetted, carefully described with complete transparency, and guaranteed authentic. Each piece is offered in honest condition, ensuring collectors receive a timepiece that reflects both originality and integrity.

Specifications

Brand: Cartier

Model: Tank Must de Cartier 

Year: 1980s

Case Material: Sterling silver with 18k yellow gold plating

Case Size: 23mm by 30mm

Dial: Ivory Roman dial

Crystal: Mineral

Movement: manual wind movement

Strap: New strap

Buckle/Clasp: Generic buckle

Contents: Box and booklets

Condition

Case: Excellent condition with strong and even plating

Crystal: Clear with minimal marks

Dial: Ivory Roman dial with minimal spidering

Hands: Original blued steel hands in excellent condition

Strap: The strap is new

Buckle: The buckle is new