Cartier Must De Tank Vermeil Big Model ‘Lemon’ Mechanical circa 1980’s

This Cartier Must de Tank Vermeil is a beautifully balanced expression of Cartier’s late-20th-century design language, presented here in its most minimalist and striking form: The ‘Lemon’ dial. The vibrant yellow surface gives the watch a playful yet unmistakably Parisian character, while the absence of numerals places full emphasis on the purity of the Tank’s geometric design. It’s a dial variation that has become one of the most beloved and distinctive within the Must de Cartier collection.

The vermeil case: Sterling silver coated with gold plating. It has the warm presence of yellow gold combined with the weight and feel of solid silver. As the largest model in the Must de Cartier Tank line-up (23 x 30 mm), this example offers a more substantial wrist presence while maintaining the elegance and proportions that define the Tank.

Inside, the manual-wind Cartier calibre 78-1 provides a traditional, tactile watchmaking experience. The movement was serviced in November 2025 and comes with a one-year warranty, ensuring dependable performance.

Highlights

• Popular no numerals Lemon dial
• New handmade Alcantara strap
• Biggest model of the line-up with manual-wind movement

Specifications
Brand: Cartier
Model: Must de Tank Vermeil
Case Material: Vermeil (gold plating over silver case)
Dial: Lemon dial
Markers: No numerals
Movement: Manual wind Cartier cal. 78-1, serviced Nov 2025
Case Width: 23 x 30 mm
Year: Circa 1980’s