Seiko Grand Quartz Watch, Solid 18 Carat Yellow Gold, Day-Date, Brown Leather Strap, 36 mm
Seiko Grand Quartz Watch, Solid 18 Carat Yellow Gold, Day-Date, Brown Leather Strap, 36 mm
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A Seiko Grand Quartz in solid 18 carat yellow gold, a quartz watch with a gold dial, day and date window and a brown leather strap, with a Japanese Ministry of Finance hallmark.
The Piece
Seiko traces its origins to Kintaro Hattori's watch shop, opened in Tokyo in 1881.
The round case has a smooth, softly rounded bezel and flows into short lugs. The gold dial is signed Seiko Grand Quartz, with slim baton markers, gold hands and a window for the day and date at three. The case back carries stamped marks and the hallmark of the Japanese Ministry of Finance.
The case is 36 mm (1.42 in) wide and the whole watch weighs 81.6 g (2.88 oz) in 18 carat gold, on a brown leather strap that fits a wrist of 15 to 19 cm (5.9 to 7.5 in). It is offered on its own, with no box or papers. Three photographs cover the dial, the watch on its strap and the case back.
Details
- Maker: Seiko
- Model: Grand Quartz, quartz with day and date
- Material: 18 carat yellow gold case, as stated; gold dial with baton markers; brown leather strap with a gold-coloured buckle
- Movement: Quartz
- Measurements: Case width 36 mm (1.42 in); strap fits a wrist of 15 cm (5.9 in) to 19 cm (7.5 in); weight 81.6 g (2.88 oz)
- Water resistance: Not stated
- Colour: Yellow gold; gold dial; brown strap
- Fastening: Strap with pin buckle
- Included: Watch on strap only; no accessories
Condition
- Grade A in Japan: very good, with no noticeable scratches or stains.
- Dial, day and date window and strap are present and complete in the photographs.
- No accessories; whether the strap is original is not stated.
Condition grade A (good) on the Japanese scale; see Japanese condition ranks, explained.
Authenticity & Care
Case and caseback engravings, dial printing, movement, crown and bracelet are examined together and documented in Japan before dispatch. Every piece carries the Japonista authenticity guarantee. Keep it away from magnets and damp, and have it serviced by a qualified watchmaker before regular wear.
Delivery from Japan
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