Cartier ‘Must de’ Tank, Ref.681006 (Box & Papers)

Why We Love It

Here’s a watch from a brand that needs no introduction. We’re excited to be offering this brilliant sterling silver Must de Cartier Tank that is in absolutely pristine condition. The classic Cartier Tank case paired with its blue Roman numerals and cabochon crown make for an ultimately distinguished and regal design; it’s simplicity and class with a little bit of sass.

About the Brand

Cartier was founded in 1847 and then amidst the advent of the quartz movement in watches, the Must de Cartier line was established in 1973. It’s with the Must de Cartier line that Cartier would design, engineer, and manufacture a quartz movement of their own to not only adapt to the times, but also be able to then offer a more affordable line of watches to the public. There are a variety of designs within the Must de Cartier line, but being the principled brand that Cartier is, Must de Cartier designs remained consistent throughout the decades. While we’re bending our own rules a tad by offering a 1990s timepiece, this piece has total semblance to the watch that was initially released in the 1970s, let alone every tank style watch that Cartier has been producing since its inception. But weren’t the 60s and 70s about rule breaking anyway?

Brand: Cartier

Year: early-1990s

Country of Origin: Made in Switzerland & retailed in Paris

Material: .925 Sterling Silver

Dial: Matte White Dial with Blue Numerals

Case Dimensions: 23.5 mm W x 30.5 mm H

Case Thickness: 5.75 mm

Lug Width: 17 mm

Movement: Cartier designed & engineered quartz movement

Bracelet / Strap: Original Cartier strap & buckle

Features: Blue numerals, cabochon crown, crisp hallmarks

Box / Papers / Accessories: All original box & papers

Condition: This watch is in overall pristine condition. Apart from one very minor nick on the side of the top left lug that’s only visible under acute scrutiny, there is nowhere else throughout any blemishes, marks, scratches, or patina on the dial, crystal, or case of this timepiece. It also has never been polished. It should be noted that the watch has only had one previous owner. This timepiece is keeping great time considering the quartz movement was fully serviced and equipped with a new battery in April 2022.