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Cartier Lady Must de Tank - Vermeil Lemon Roman Dial

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An Accessible Icon
The Must de Cartier line was a landmark move for the brand, making the legendary Tank design accessible while preserving the core proportions and character that defined it. Launched in the 1970s, these watches used a gold-plated sterling silver case, or Vermeil, to offer the look and feel of a solid gold Tank to a broader audience. This example, with its clean lemon dial and classic Roman numerals, captures the essence of Louis Cartier's original vision in a package that remains stylish and relevant today.
A Perfect Dial And Original Details
This Must de Tank stands out for its fantastic state of preservation. The lemon dial is in perfect, uncracked condition, a key detail for collectors as these lacquered surfaces can often show their age. The hands are clean, and the watch is fitted to its original leather strap and Cartier buckle. It is a complete and honest expression of the model, representing the best of what the 1970s Must de Cartier era had to offer.
Excellent Physical Condition
This watch is in excellent overall physical shape. The Vermeil case is very good, retaining its original finish without any significant tarnishing or wear-through. The crystal is clean and the dial is perfect. The watch presents with a sharpness and integrity that is increasingly difficult to find in these references. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.
The Ritual Of The Wind
This watch is for the person who understands that true style is timeless. The Tank's design is so complete that it requires no embellishment, and its influence on twentieth-century watch design is impossible to overstate. As a manual-wind piece, it offers a tangible connection between the owner and the machine. The daily ritual of winding the crown is a small, deliberate act that makes wearing the watch a more personal experience. It is a perfect, unisex entry point into one of history's most important designs.
Key Specs
Model: Must de Tank
Year: 1970s
Movement: Manual
Case Size: 23x30mm
Bracelet: Original Leather and Buckle
Dial: Lemon Roman
Metal: Vermeil
SKU: 1470