Cartier Tank "Must De Carter" Mid Size - Ivory Dial
Year: 1980s.
Movement: Manual wind movement.
Case Size: 23.5 × 30.5mm Silver case which is yellow gold pvd plated.
Dial: Ivory lacquer dial.
Strap: Tan leather strap from Quaint and Collectible with Cartier pin buckle. Comes with worn original Cartier strap also.
This watch comes with Cartier guarantee card dated to December 1980, booklets and original proof of purchase from December 1980.
Every watch we sell is fully inspected and professionally serviced to meet our exacting standards. We stand by the quality of our stock, which is why every purchase comes with a 12-month warranty as standard.
Year: 1980s.
Movement: Manual wind movement.
Case Size: 23.5 × 30.5mm Silver case which is yellow gold pvd plated.
Dial: Ivory lacquer dial.
Strap: Tan leather strap from Quaint and Collectible with Cartier pin buckle. Comes with worn original Cartier strap also.
This watch comes with Cartier guarantee card dated to December 1980, booklets and original proof of purchase from December 1980.
Every watch we sell is fully inspected and professionally serviced to meet our exacting standards. We stand by the quality of our stock, which is why every purchase comes with a 12-month warranty as standard.
Year: 1980s.
Movement: Manual wind movement.
Case Size: 23.5 × 30.5mm Silver case which is yellow gold pvd plated.
Dial: Ivory lacquer dial.
Strap: Tan leather strap from Quaint and Collectible with Cartier pin buckle. Comes with worn original Cartier strap also.
This watch comes with Cartier guarantee card dated to December 1980, booklets and original proof of purchase from December 1980.
Every watch we sell is fully inspected and professionally serviced to meet our exacting standards. We stand by the quality of our stock, which is why every purchase comes with a 12-month warranty as standard.
This mid-size Cartier Tank Must de Cartier is a refined example of 1980s elegance, featuring the sought-after ivory lacquer dial and a silver case plated in yellow gold. Timeless proportions, understated design, and manual wind reliability make this a truly versatile piece—equally suited to daily wear or formal occasions.
What sets this particular example apart is its provenance. Accompanied by its original Cartier guarantee card dated December 1980, purchase receipt, and original booklets, this is not just a watch — it's a fully documented piece of Cartier history.
Key Features
Year: 1980s
Manual wind movement
23.5 × 30.5mm silver case with yellow gold PVD plating
Ivory lacquer dial
Acrylic crystal
Tan leather strap from Quaint and Collectible with Cartier pin buckle
Includes original worn Cartier strap
Comes with Cartier guarantee card, original booklets, and 1980 purchase receipt
Covered by a 12-month Watts On Watches warranty
A Word on Condition
The case remains in excellent vintage condition with honest signs of age and no over-polishing. The ivory lacquer dial retains its original gloss and clarity. The watch is fitted with a high-quality replacement strap and retains its original Cartier buckle and original (worn) strap as a bonus. All documentation is clean, legible, and intact.
Why Buy This Watch
For collectors and Cartier enthusiasts, provenance matters — and this watch delivers. Very few Must de Cartier Tanks from the 1980s still retain their full paperwork, let alone original purchase receipts. Add to that the enduring elegance of the ivory dial, wearable mid-size case, and classic mechanical movement, and this becomes a rare opportunity to own a complete, well-documented example of one of Cartier’s most iconic designs. A piece of genuine horological and design heritage.