This Cartier Cintrée 100th Anniversary is a celebration of the piece’s history and design, featuring vintage touchpoints while also adding a touch of modernity to the piece.
This 100th Anniversary is inspired by the 1921 version, retaining many of its vintage features. The elongated Roman numerals on the dial, as well as the thick brancards that enclose either side of the dial are classic hallmarks of the Cintrée design, emphasising the curved geometry of the case while allowing it to retain its Tank origins. Only 150 of these pieces were ever made, continuing the tradition of only ever producing the Cintrée in limited quantities.
The design of the Cintrée was undoubtedly influenced by the era in which it was born, the Roaring Twenties. This is evident in the dramatic lines of the Cintrée, which captured the glamour and exuberance of the time, coupled with an embracing of Art Deco design principles. Supposedly invented in an attempt to convert wristwatch sceptics of the period, the curved case felt distinctly more comfortable and natural to wear compared to the other round and square designs. This particular variant was released in 2021 and is perhaps the most faithful reproduction of the original design, from a century earlier, from the thin profile to the unadorned eggshell dial.
The watch is powered by the 9780 MC, an ultra-thin calibre based off an ébauche, the JLC 849. This is a connection that has historical parallels, as the calibre 123 used in the original 1921 Tank Cintrée was produced by Jaeger, thanks to the special relationship that Edmund Jaeger had with Louis Cartier. It is said that the extreme curve of the Cintrée was only made possible thanks to Jaeger developing an especially thin rectangular movement that could fit inside of the case.
If sold within the United Kingdom, this Cartier Tank Cintrée 100th Anniversary will be subject to 20% VAT.
Closer look
| Brand: |
Cartier |
| Model: |
Tank Cintrée 100th Anniversary |
| Movement: |
Calibre 9780MC |
| Functions: |
Hours, minutes |
| Case material: |
Yellow gold |
| Case diameter: |
46mm x 23mm |
| Crystal: |
Sapphire |
| Strap: |
Cartier tan leather strap, yellow gold buckle |
| Year: |
2021 (sold in 2022) |
| Lug width: |
16mm |
| Box & papers: |
Outer box, inner box, warranty card, manual |
This Cartier Cintrée is in excellent condition overall, with no signs of wear to the case and trap. The watch comes with the remainder of its warranty from Cartier, alongside a lifetime guarantee of authenticity.
