Vintage Zenith Museum Gold-Plated Watch — Bordeaux Dial with Gold Dot (1970s)
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Serviced movement & 1 year warranty
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Zenith Museum — The Icon of Watch Design, in Burgundy
This Zenith Museum watch features one of the most famous dials in horological history: a clean disc, with no numerals or hour markers, punctuated by a single gold dot at 12 o'clock symbolizing the sun at its zenith. A design by Nathan George Horwitt in 1947, so emblematic that it became the first watch dial exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art in New York — hence its “Museum” name.
While this dial is now associated with Movado, its history is richer: from 1969 to the early 1980s, Zenith and Movado belonged to the same group. During this period, Zenith was authorized to produce Museum-dial watches signed with its name. This piece, marked Swiss Zenith Quartz, is one of those objects born from the collaboration between two major Swiss houses — a detail that makes it a collector's watch.
What further distinguishes this piece is its color: not the classic black, but a deep, lacquered burgundy red, framed by a black outer ring and accented with two fine gold hands. A rare and dressy variation of the original design, both understated and bold.
The 31mm gold-plated case with an extra-thin profile (5mm) underscores the dress character of the piece, to be worn equally well by a man or a woman. Mounted on a matching burgundy lizard-style strap, this vintage Zenith is a lesson in minimalism. Selected and authenticated by Atelier Victor. Fast and secure international shipping.
Three points to note about this piece
- Museum dial with gold dot, 1947 Horwitt design exhibited at the MoMA — one of the most iconic watch designs.
- Rare lacquered burgundy red variation (rather than the classic black), for a refined and distinctive character.
- Signed Zenith, from the Zenith-Movado era: extra-thin 5mm profile, Unisex format.
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Technical specifications
- Brand: Zenith
- Model: Museum
- Estimated year: 1970s
- Origin: Switzerland (Swiss Made)
- Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex)
- Movement: Zenith Quartz
- Functions: Hours, minutes
- Case: Gold-plated, round case
- Case back: Steel
- Dimensions: 31mm (33mm with crown)
- Lug to lug: 38mm
- Thickness: 5mm (Crystal included)
- Lug width: 18mm
- Crown: Gold-plated, original
- Dial: Lacquered burgundy with black outer ring and gold dot, original
- Hands: Gold-tone, original
- Crystal: Mineral, excellent condition (9/10)
- Strap: Burgundy lizard-style, original
- Buckle: Gold-plated buckle, original
Condition and warranty
- Overall condition: Beautiful preserved condition, close to new old stock. Original burgundy dial, gold-plated case in beautiful condition, Crystal in excellent condition (9/10).
- Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Movement: Serviced movement, guaranteed for 1 year
- Included: Atelier Victor invoice, protective case
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently asked questions
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Why does a Zenith bear Movado's "Museum" dial?
Because Zenith and Movado belonged to the same watchmaking group from 1969 to the early 1980s. During this period, Zenith was authorized to produce watches with the Museum dial under its own name. A piece signed Zenith with this dial is therefore authentic and bears witness to this historic collaboration between two great Swiss maisons. -
What is the Museum dial?
It is a design created by Nathan George Horwitt in 1947: a clean dial, without numerals, marked by a single gold dot at 12 o'clock symbolizing the sun. It was the first watch dial exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, which gave it its name. -
Is the burgundy dial original?
Yes. The lacquered burgundy-red dial, its black perimeter, the gold dot and the hands are original. This hue is a rare variation of the classic design, usually offered in black. -
Is this watch suitable for a man or a woman?
Both. With its 31mm extra-thin case, it is a Unisex piece, particularly elegant under a cuff. -
What is the international delivery time?
Dispatch within 48 hours, worldwide delivery in 3 to 5 days via DHL Express, insurance included.
Mechanical warranty — 1 year
Each watch is inspected by our watchmakers before shipping. In case of a mechanism malfunction during the first year, we cover the repair.
Authenticity warranty — lifetime
If a watch turns out to be non-authentic, we will take it back and refund you in full. Without time limit.
What is not covered
- Exposure to water or humidity
- Shocks, impacts, or vibrations
- Consumable parts (strap, Crystal, crown, pushers)
- Battery replacement (quartz movements)
- Opening or disassembly of the watch by a third party
- Improper use
The accuracy of vintage watches varies according to the model, movement, and year of production. A request for accuracy improvement deemed within acceptable tolerances cannot be covered by the warranty.
Shipping fees
After-sales service is free. Shipping fees outside the United Arab Emirates remain the responsibility of the customer.
Authentication Process
Each watch is examined by our partner watchmakers before being offered for sale: verification of authenticity, checking the conformity of the components, identification of any modification or replacement of original parts.
If any element has been replaced during the life of the watch (dial, hands, crown, Crystal, strap), we systematically indicate it in the product sheet. You buy knowing the exact history of your piece.
Certificate of Authenticity
Your Atelier Victor invoice serves as a certificate of authenticity: it attests to the origin and conformity of the piece, and is covered by our lifetime authenticity guarantee — if a piece sold by Atelier Victor were found to be non-authentic, it would be fully refunded, with no time limit.
We accept several payment methods:
- Bank card (Visa, Mastercard — American Express not accepted)
- Bank transfer (AED, EUR, USD)
- Cryptocurrency (USDT, USDC)
- PayPal
Other currencies accepted upon request. Exchange fees of approximately 3% may apply.
A 3% discount is granted for any payment by bank transfer starting from €1,000.
Does the strap not suit you? Add the strap of your choice to your order: we will fit it to your watch before shipment, at no fitting charge.
International Shipping
Shipped within 48 to 72 business hours by DHL Express or an equivalent carrier depending on the destination. Delivery in 2 to 6 business days. Each shipment is insured and delivered against signature.
- Free delivery from €1,000 of purchase, as well as on the Jewelry Atelier Victor
- Tracking number sent as soon as the shipment is dispatched
- For certain destinations, delivery may be made to a secure collection point in order to guarantee the integrity of the shipment
Pickup in Dubai
Hand delivery by appointment in Downtown, Dubai. Make an appointment.
Taxes and Customs
The shipping origin is indicated on each product sheet. If the delivery country differs from the shipping country, customs duties and taxes may apply upon receipt, at the buyer's expense. In exceptional situations, customs checks may extend the delivery time, regardless of our wishes and those of the carrier.
For full details, please consult our shipping policy.
FINAL SALES
All sales are final: no return, exchange, or cancellation is accepted after order confirmation. Each piece is authenticated, inspected, and described in detail before being offered for sale.
BEFORE PURCHASE
Our advisors remain at your disposal for any questions and can send you additional photographs or videos upon simple request, by email or on WhatsApp.
NON-CONFORMING ITEM
In the exceptional case of an item that does not match its listing, please notify us within 72 hours: it will be eligible for a refund or an exchange. If the parcel shows damage upon delivery, it should be refused or its opening filmed continuously.
For full details, please consult our return policy.
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