{"product_id":"montre-seiko-dolce-9520-5140-plaque-or-rectangulaire-dor-1985","title":"Seiko Dolce Watch 9520-5140 Gold-Plated — Tank Golden (1985) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko Gold-Plated Dolce: the Japanese dress watch in Tank shape with a gilt dial\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Seiko watch belongs to the \u003cstrong\u003eDolce\u003c\/strong\u003e line, the Japanese house's high-end dress collection, and can be worn equally well by a man or a woman. It belongs to the great tradition of rectangular \u003cstrong\u003eshaped watches\u003c\/strong\u003e that made the golden age of dress horology. Its rectangular case with \u003cstrong\u003ecut corners\u003c\/strong\u003e, fully gold-plated, frames a finely finished gilt dial. The case measures 25mm (27mm with the crown) for a Lug-to-lug of 35mm and a thickness of only 4.35mm, Crystal included. An exceptionally slim piece, made to slip under a cuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003egilt dial\u003c\/strong\u003e plays on refined textures. A rectangular central cartouche with cut sides, with a vertical brushed finish, stands out against the gilt outer chapter, creating a subtle and elegant two-tone gold effect. A \u003cstrong\u003eRoman numeral XII\u003c\/strong\u003e marks noon, and gilt baton indexes rhythm the rest of the dial. The SEIKO QUARTZ signatures occupy the top, the name \u003cstrong\u003eDolce\u003c\/strong\u003e the bottom, in handwritten script. Two slender gilt baton hands are all that is needed: no seconds hand, no date, just the essentials on this luminous backdrop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside beats the \u003cstrong\u003eSeiko calibre 9520\u003c\/strong\u003e, an extra-flat dress quartz movement reserved for Dolce watches. It is this slim construction that makes the 4.35mm profile possible, remarkably thin. In practice, maintenance is limited to a battery change by any watchmaker. The movement of this example has been checked by our watchmaker and the battery replaced before shipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the wrist, this piece embraces the spirit of a \u003cstrong\u003ede ville jewel\u003c\/strong\u003e. The warm gold-plating, the two-tone gilt dial and the \u003cstrong\u003eblack cabochon crown\u003c\/strong\u003e compose a dress watch with a strong character, in the spirit of the great classic shaped watches. It is paired here with a black \u003cstrong\u003ecrocodile-style leather\u003c\/strong\u003e strap. The Lug width of 17mm leaves the choice of replacement straps open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe double-framed gilt dial, playing on two tones of gold and a brushed finish, is the piece's visual signature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe crown is set with a black cabochon, a dress detail that enhances the whole.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe case is gold-plated, not solid gold: it shows fine signs of wear, disclosed with complete transparency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u003eDiscover our vintage Seiko watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-moins-500\"\u003eSee our vintage watches under €500\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seiko\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dolce Tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9520-5140\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1985\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 Japanese quartz, calibre Seiko 9520\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated (steel back), rectangular shape with cut corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25mm (27mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.35mm (Crystal included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17mm\u003c\/li\u003e \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated, black cabochon, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-tone with double frame, brushed cartouche, gold baton indexes and Roman numeral XII, signatures Seiko and Dolce, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-tone batons (hours, minutes), 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 Black crocodile-style leather, possibly original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel buckle, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beautiful state of preservation. Impeccable original gold-tone dial, crisp hands, intact cabochon crown. The gold plating shows fine superficial 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\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Checked quartz movement, new battery, one-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atelier Victor invoice, 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 Seiko Dolce line?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDolce is the high-end dress watch line of Seiko, developed in the wake of the Grand Quartz. It combines carefully crafted ultra-thin cases with quality quartz calibres, in a minimalist design intended for formal wear de ville. It is the Japanese definition of the dress watch, a cut above standard collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this rectangular Seiko a Cartier?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is an authentic Seiko, signed on the dial of its Dolce line. Rectangular watches with cut corners belong to the common vocabulary of dress horology, adopted by many Japanese and Swiss maisons throughout the 20th century. This piece claims nothing other than what it is: an elegant, slim-shaped watch, at a price that bears no comparison with a Swiss piece, and its brand authenticity is guaranteed for life by Atelier Victor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is this watch so thin?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt just 4.35 mm thick, Crystal included, this Dolce is among the flattest watches in its category. This slim profile is due to its ultra-thin two-hand quartz calibre, with no seconds hand or date, and its shaped case. This allows it to slip under a shirt cuff without the slightest discomfort, a sought-after quality in a dress watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the case solid gold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo: it is a gold-plated case over a steel back, a technique commonly found on Seiko dress watches. The plating brings the warmth and brilliance of gold at a fraction of the price. This piece shows fine signs of wear on its plating, disclosed with full transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat wrist size does this watch suit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a 25 mm wide case and a 35 mm Lug-to-lug, it is ideally a shaped watch in a balanced size, easily slipping under a cuff. That said, a watch is also a matter of style: depending on taste and the desired look, this piece can be worn equally well by a man or a woman, on all kinds of wrists. Size is only a guideline, never a rule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54500506435921,"sku":"580832 9520-5140","price":1.05,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/montre-seiko-dolce-9520-5140-plaque-or-tank-dore-1985-atelier-victor-1.jpg?v=1787406111","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/seiko-watch-dolce-9520-5140-gold-plated-tank-gold-1985","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}