Lot #2921
Cartier Must de Cartier Quartz Tank 13 Rue de la Paix Guilloche Salmon Dial Limited Edition Sterling Silver
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Introduction
Released in 1917, the Cartier Tank was designed by Louis Cartier after he was inspired by the shape of the Renault tanks he saw on the Western Front during WWI. Perhaps one of the most recognizable pieces of horological design to ever be created, the Tank’s rectangular shape, svelte proportions, and timeless aesthetic have enabled it to earn a top spot within the horological hall of fame. Amongst the plethora of models that belong to this iconic collection is perhaps the purest distillation of its design, the Tank Louis Cartier.
Introduced in the early 1980s following the success of Cartier’s collaboration with Dupont on a collection of co-branded lighters that ended up securing Cartier’s financial future, the Tank Must de Cartier collection is a diffusion line that leveraged the Cartier Tank Louis’ iconic silhouette and Cartier’s legendary branding in a more affordable package so as to offer customers the same look as before but at a more palatable price tag. While the Tank Louis, which the Tank Must is based on, is made of 18kt yellow gold, the Tank Must collection primarily uses a sterling silver case that is then electroplated in 18kt yellow gold, resulting in a far more economical watch without sacrificing aesthetics. Offered here, we have the Must de Cartier Tank ref. 2414 in bare sterling silver, with a stunning salmon dial that was launched in 1999 as a limited edition release of 100 pieces. Celebrating the 100th anniversary of Cartier Paris’ flagship location on 13 rue de la Paix, which is referenced by the number 13 that finds itself at 12 o’clock on the ref. 2414’s dial, this watch serves as a reminder of Cartier’s single-most important location.
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Grade
M 8
Status
Vetted & Approved
Included
Box and Papers
Est. value range
$3,000 – $5,000
The Details
Brand
Cartier
Dimensions
34mm x 25.5mm
Model
Tank Must de Cartier
Movement
Quartz cal.
Reference
2414
Bracelet
Leather strap (original deployant clasp is stainless steel)
Year
1999
Condition
Very Good
Material
Sterling silver
Included
Watch, box and papers
Dial Color
Salmon
THE DIAL
Boasting a stunning salmon dial with a gorgeous guilloche pattern, the ref. 2414 is clearly not a standard variant from the Must de Cartier collection. Indeed, its 13 numeral at 12 o'clock, a reference to 13 Rue de la Paix, highlights this even further.
THE CONSTRUCTION
While most variants from the Must de Cartier collection feature yellow gold-plated silver cases, the ref. 2414 bares no electroplating, instead with Cartier opting for exposed sterling silver. A rare material for watchmakers to use.
THE CASEBACK
With its dial boasting an obscure reference to its status as a special edition, the ref. 2414 also included an engraved caseback celebrating its anniversary status and 13 Rue de la Paix - Cartier's Parisian flagship location.
Condition
Watch is in very good overall condition. Case shows moderate signs of wear, with marks and scratches visible along the case and caseback. Caseback hallmarks and stampings are crisp and still fully visible. Watch comes with its original steel deployant buckle and acompanying box and papers.
Please Note: Due to CITES considerations, if the watch is to be shipped outside of the USA, the exotic skin strap will have to be removed.
Our Perspective
A special watch celebrating a special place from Cartier's history as a watchmaker and jeweller, this is a timepiece that any Cartier collector would be lucky to own, especially considering it was limited to just 100 pieces.
Eric Ku
Co-founder
