Cartier Must Watch by Cartier Tank - Vermeil Quartz Gray Dial (1980s)
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Cartier Must from Cartier Tank - Vermeil Gray Dial (1980s)
This vintage Cartier Must from Cartier Tank, produced in the 1980s, perfectly illustrates the timeless elegance and design sense of the Parisian house. Featuring its iconic rectangular vermeil case (sterling silver gold-plated), this vintage Cartier watch reprises the Art Deco lines of the original Tank while asserting a bold graphic aesthetic unique to the Must collection.
The eye is immediately drawn to its satin gray dial with a distinctive composition, featuring a brushed center framed by a black minute track and gilded Roman numerals. This luxury vintage watch retains all the historical codes of Cartier, including its crown adorned with its famous blue cabochon, an unmistakable signature of the brand.
Powered by a Swiss quartz movement combining precision and finesse, this men's watch — whose 23.5mm proportions make it ideal as a women's watch — offers exceptional comfort on the wrist. An emblematic piece rich in history, it is mounted on a vintage leather strap and is a prime choice for any collector of timeless design.
Why did we select this piece?
- For its rare graphic dial: The combination of brushed gray and black minute track offers a much more modern and distinctive visual aspect than classic dials.
- For its vermeil case: The luster of gold on a sterling silver base brings a warmth and elegance characteristic of the 1980s.
- For its icon status: The Tank is one of the most famous designs in watchmaking history, ensuring lasting aesthetic and collectible value.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Cartier
- Model: Must from Cartier Tank
- Estimated Year: 1980s
- Gender: Unisex (Men, Women)
- Movement: Quartz (Swiss)
- Functions: Hours, Minutes
- Case: Vermeil (Sterling silver gold-plated)
- Dimensions: 23.5mm (excluding crown) / 26mm (with crown)
- Thickness: 5.7mm (Crystal included)
- Lug to Lug: 30.6mm
- Lug width: 17mm
- Dial: Brushed gray, black minute track, gilded Roman numerals (original)
- Hands: Gilded, fine, type sword (original)
- Crystal: Mineral (Condition 7/10)
- Bracelet: Vintage leather (non-original) with original Buckle
- Crown: Original, blue cabochon
Condition and Warranty
- Overall Condition: Very good vintage condition, light patina consistent with age on the vermeil
- Water Resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage use)
- Authenticity : Lifetime guarantee
- Mechanical : Movement cleaned and one-year warranty
- Included : Invoice atelier, protective case (sold without original box and papers)
Mechanical warranty — 1 year
Each watch is inspected by our watchmakers before shipping. In case of a mechanism malfunction during the first year, we cover the repair.
Authenticity warranty — lifetime
If a watch turns out to be non-authentic, we will take it back and refund you in full. Without time limit.
What is not covered
- Exposure to water or humidity
- Shocks, impacts, or vibrations
- Consumable parts (strap, Crystal, crown, pushers)
- Battery replacement (quartz movements)
- Opening or disassembly of the watch by a third party
- Improper use
The accuracy of vintage watches varies according to the model, movement, and year of production. A request for accuracy improvement deemed within acceptable tolerances cannot be covered by the warranty.
Shipping fees
After-sales service is free. Shipping fees outside the United Arab Emirates remain the responsibility of the customer.
Mechanical warranty — 1 year
Each watch is inspected by our watchmakers before shipping. In case of a mechanism malfunction during the first year, we cover the repair.
Authenticity warranty — lifetime
If a watch turns out to be non-authentic, we will take it back and refund you in full. Without time limit.
What is not covered
- Exposure to water or humidity
- Shocks, impacts, or vibrations
- Consumable parts (strap, Crystal, crown, pushers)
- Battery replacement (quartz movements)
- Opening or disassembly of the watch by a third party
- Improper use
The accuracy of vintage watches varies according to the model, movement, and year of production. A request for accuracy improvement deemed within acceptable tolerances cannot be covered by the warranty.
Shipping fees
After-sales service is free. Shipping fees outside the United Arab Emirates remain the responsibility of the customer.
Authentication Process
Each watch is examined by our partner watchmakers before being offered for sale: verification of authenticity, checking the conformity of the components, identification of any modification or replacement of original parts.
If any element has been replaced during the life of the watch (dial, hands, crown, Crystal, strap), we systematically indicate it in the product sheet. You buy knowing the exact history of your piece.
Certificate of Authenticity
Your Atelier Victor invoice serves as a certificate of authenticity: it attests to the origin and conformity of the piece, and is covered by our lifetime authenticity guarantee — if a piece sold by Atelier Victor were found to be non-authentic, it would be fully refunded, with no time limit.
Free delivery
Delivery is free on all our pieces internationally. Dispatch within 48 to 72 business hours by DHL Express, Emirates Post, EMS or an equivalent carrier depending on the destination, delivery within 2 to 14 business days. Each shipment is insured and delivered against signature.
- Tracking number sent as soon as the shipment is dispatched
- For certain destinations, delivery may be made to a secure collection point in order to guarantee the integrity of the shipment
Collection in Dubai
In-person handover by appointment in Downtown Dubai. Make an appointment.
Taxes and customs
The shipping origin is indicated on each product page. If the delivery country differs from the shipping country, customs duties and taxes may apply upon receipt and are payable by the buyer. Customs inspections may in rare cases extend the delivery time.
For full details, please consult our shipping policy.
FINAL SALES
All sales are final: no return, exchange, or cancellation is accepted after order confirmation. Each piece is authenticated, inspected, and described in detail before being offered for sale.
BEFORE PURCHASE
Our advisors remain at your disposal for any questions and can send you additional photographs or videos upon simple request, by email or on WhatsApp.
NON-CONFORMING ITEM
In the exceptional case of an item that does not match its listing, please notify us within 72 hours: it will be eligible for a refund or an exchange. If the parcel shows damage upon delivery, it should be refused or its opening filmed continuously.
For full details, please consult our return policy.
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