{"product_id":"ontre-elgin-hexagonale-bicolore-cadran-noir-paillete-1981","title":"Elgin Hexagonal Watch Two-Tone — Black Glitter Dial (1981) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTwo-tone hexagonal Elgin: the dress watch with a glittering black dial and herringbone mesh bracelet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watch bears the signature of \u003cstrong\u003eElgin\u003c\/strong\u003e, a historic American watch brand whose name, inherited from the great Illinois manufacture, appeared in the 20th century on dress watches produced in Japan. Unisex, it can be worn equally well by a man or a woman. Its most striking feature is its shape: an \u003cstrong\u003eelongated hexagonal case\u003c\/strong\u003e, two-tone, combining steel and gold-plating, with a bold geometry highly characteristic of the 1980s. It measures 27mm (29mm with the crown) with a Lug-to-lug of 36mm and a thickness of 7.4mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eglittering black dial\u003c\/strong\u003e is the heart of the piece. Its grained surface, aventurine-style, sparkles with a thousand reflections depending on the light, a rare and precious background against which fine applied golden baton hour markers stand out. Two \u003cstrong\u003eset stones\u003c\/strong\u003e, at 1 and 7 o’clock, add a touch of brilliance. The ELGIN and QUARTZ signatures appear on the dial, which is fitted with two golden hands and a matching slender seconds hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside beats a \u003cstrong\u003equartz movement\u003c\/strong\u003e with three hands, a guarantee of precision and ease of maintenance. The movement of this example has been checked by our watchmaker and the battery replaced before shipment. It is a watch of style, where the design of the case and the richness of the dial take precedence over horological complication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the wrist, the piece displays a \u003cstrong\u003edecidedly eighties character\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its \u003cstrong\u003eintegrated mesh bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e, in two-tone steel and golden finish, woven in a herringbone pattern, extends the hexagonal case into a supple and graphic silhouette. The ensemble, entirely original, adjusts up to a wrist size of 19.5cm and fastens with a Buckle folding clasp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe glittering black dial, aventurine-style, is the true luxury of the piece: a rare shimmering surface that changes with the light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dial bears two set stones at 1 and 7 o’clock; we cannot guarantee their exact nature, whether diamonds or imitation stones, without gemological expertise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe case is two-tone steel and gold-plated; the plating shows fine signs of wear, disclosed here in full transparency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-collection-occasion-luxe\"\u003eView all our vintage watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-moins-500\"\u003eView our vintage watches under €500\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elgin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-tone hexagonal, glittering black dial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1981\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Men's and women's watch (Unisex)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quartz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-tone, steel and gold-plated (steel back), hexagonal shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27mm (29mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glittering black (aventurine-style), applied golden baton hour markers, two set stones at 1 and 7 o’clock, Elgin and Quartz signatures, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Golden baton hands (hours, minutes), fine central seconds hand, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral, very good condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated two-tone steel and gold-tone link bracelet, chevron pattern, adjustable up to 19.5cm, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel deployant clasp, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent state of preservation. Immaculate and sparkling black glitter dial, crisp golden markers and hands. The gold plating on the case and bracelet shows fine signs of wear, consistent with the age of the piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not guaranteed (vintage watch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifetime guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quartz movement checked, new battery, guaranteed for 1 year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Invoice Atelier Victor, protective case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original box and papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Elgin brand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElgin is a historic American watch brand, whose Illinois manufacture was one of the most important in the United States until the middle of the 20th century. The name was later reused for dress watches produced in Japan, combining classic American style with the reliability of Japanese manufacturing. This piece is a fine example, with a design typical of the 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is an “aventurine” or glitter dial?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a dial whose textured, sparkling surface evokes aventurine stone or a starry sky. This black glitter background catches the light in a multitude of small reflections, bringing rare depth and richness to a dial. It is one of the main aesthetic attractions of this watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the stones on the dial diamonds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe dial features two set stones, at 1 o’clock and 7 o’clock. We cannot guarantee their exact nature without gemological expertise: they may be small diamonds or imitation stones, commonly used on this type of fashion watch. We prefer to state this in full transparency rather than claim what we cannot certify.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Elgin water-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Water resistance is never guaranteed on a vintage watch: the original gaskets have aged and the pressure of the caseback is no longer what it was on the first day. Avoid the shower, pool, and sea. Simple contact with rainwater, however, does not pose any difficulty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor what wrist is this watch suitable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a hexagonal case 27mm wide and a bracelet adjustable up to 19.5cm, this is ideally a piece with a restrained, dressy format. That said, a watch is also a matter of style: depending on taste and the look sought, it can be worn equally well by a man or a woman who appreciates graphic and original pieces. The guideline is only a reference, never a rule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54501974311249,"sku":"#2TGBU1","price":367.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_05474.jpg?v=1786090059","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/elgin-hexagonale-watch-two-tone-black-glitter-dial-1981","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}