Carier Must Tank Art Deco reference 1614 limited edition, box & papers

Maker: Cartier
Model: Must de Cartier Tank
Reference: 1614 (limited edition)
Size: SM (small)
Year: 1995
Dial: Art Deco dial
Case: Silver case (0.925)
Case Dimensions: 20mm x 28 mm diameter (excluding crown), 5.8mm thickness
Movement: Quartz
Service history: November 2024
Lug width: 15mm
Bracelet/Strap:  original Cartier black alligator leather strap (poor condition) with original Cartier steel deployant buckle
Box/Papers: Outer and inner box, Cartier booklet, and certificate of guarantee.

Out of all the Must Tank variations that were produced during Cartier’s Must Tank era, the Art Deco Tank is undoubtedly one of the most loved and revered by Cartier enthusiasts. The Must de Cartier Tank Art Deco reference 1614 was a limited edition release with just 1000 pieces produced in the SM and LM size. This wonderful example we have is the SM size.

The Art Deco Tank was originally released in 1995 as a tribute to the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts held in 1925. The event held in Paris, attracted thousands of visitors and was seen as a major turning point in the world of design as it introduced to the world the new style moderne of architecture, interior decoration, furniture, glass, jewelry and other decorative arts. It remains an important moment in the history of decorative arts and continues to inspire and influence designers and artists today.

Overall, this Cartier Tank Art Deco ref 1614 is in excellent condition. The case shows oxidization and has some scratches and bumps but it has likely never been polished as it retains its original edges. All the hallmarks are very crisp on the case and caseback. The original Art Deco dial is overall clean condition with some minor blemishes around the edges. The original hands as well as the blue spinel cabochon is in great shape. The quartz movement was serviced in November 2024 and has a new battery installed.  The watch comes with its original Cartier black alligator leather strap (in poor condition) as well as its original Cartier steel deployant buckle. The watch comes with its Must de Cartier outer/inner box, Must booklet, papers, and its guarantee certificate. The set is missing the Tank Art Deco booklet.

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