Carier Must Tank Art Deco reference 1614 limited edition, full set

Maker: Cartier

Model: Must de Cartier Tank

Reference: 1614

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: January 2023

Lug width: 15mm

Bracelet/Strap:  black leather strap (new condition) with original Cartier steel deployant buckled

Box/Papers: Full set - outer and inner box, Art Deco booklet, and certificate of guarantee with stamps.

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 on hand comes as a full set from the original owner. 

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 has some minor scratches but it has likely never been polished as it retains its beautiful original edges. All the hallmarks are very crisp on the case and caseback as well. The original Art Deco dial is in very clean condition with no blemishes. The original hands as well as the blue spinel cabochon is in fantastic shape. The quartz movement was just serviced by a watchmaker in January of 2023 and has a new battery installed.  The watch comes with a new black leather strap as well as its original Cartier steel deployant buckle. The watch comes as a full set with its outer/inner box, limited edition Tank Art Deco booklet, and retailer stampled guarantee certificate.

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