{"product_id":"montre-alba-soleil-lune-v535-6b10-cadran-argent-givre-1989","title":"Vintage Alba Soleil-Lune V535-6B10 — Frosted Silver Dial (1989) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Passage from Day to Night, Displayed on the Wrist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Alba stands out for its charming \u003cstrong\u003eday-night display\u003c\/strong\u003e, nestled in an arched aperture at 12 o’clock. A radiant sun glides across the bright part of the day, then gives way to a midnight-blue night sky punctuated by a star. Powered by a \u003cstrong\u003eround gold-plated case\u003c\/strong\u003e and a textured silver dial, this small celestial theater brings a poetic touch to an otherwise highly legible watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver dial features a \u003cstrong\u003efrosted finish\u003c\/strong\u003e that delicately catches the light. The \u003cstrong\u003eblack Arabic numerals\u003c\/strong\u003e frame a broad, finely detailed chapter ring, while the open-ended baton hands, in gold and black, ensure a clear reading of the time. The “Alba Quartz” signature appears discreetly beneath the center. The whole creates a dial rich in detail, never tipping into excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the Crystal mineral crystal beats a Japanese quartz movement signed by Seiko, the \u003cstrong\u003eV535 caliber\u003c\/strong\u003e, which drives the hours, minutes, seconds, as well as the day-night indicator. Created by Seiko in 1979 — \u003cstrong\u003eAlba\u003c\/strong\u003e means “dawn” in Italian — the brand established itself through reliable and accessible watches, powered by proven group calibers. This battery-powered movement offers great ease of use in everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003e31mm round case\u003c\/strong\u003e and its Lug width of 16mm, this Alba suits both a feminine and masculine wrist. The silver dial is original and the day-night display is fully functional. The gold-plated finish shows \u003cstrong\u003evisible signs of wear\u003c\/strong\u003e on the lugs and around the case, consistent with the age of the piece and disclosed with complete transparency. The recently fitted black grained leather strap completes the ensemble; its Buckle buckle is not original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun and moon day-night display in an aperture at 12 o’clock, on a frosted silver dial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeiko quartz movement, V535 caliber; Alba brand created by Seiko in 1979.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase round gold-plated case: visible signs of wear on the lugs and around the case, disclosed without reservation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ Discover all our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u003eSeiko vintage watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ Explore our selection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-vintage-japonaises\"\u003evintage Japanese watches\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 Alba (Seiko)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Day-night (sun-moon)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e V535-6B10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1989\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 analog quartz, caliber Seiko V535\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, seconds, day\/night display (sun-moon)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated over steel, round shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31mm (32.5mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8mm (Crystal included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Argenté textured (frosted effect), black Arabic numerals, sun-moon day\/night aperture at 12 o'clock, \"Alba Quartz\" mention, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-tone baton hands (gold and black) with open tips, gold 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\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black grained leather, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel pin 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 Good state of preservation. Original silvered dial and functional day-night display. The gold plating shows visible signs of wear on the lugs and around the case, 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, 1-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\u003eHow does this Alba's day-night display work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA rotating disk scrolls behind a semicircular aperture at noon: a sun appears during the daytime hours, then gives way to a starry night sky after dark. Synchronized to the 24-hour cycle, this display shows at a glance whether it is daytime or evening. It is a decorative and playful complement to the classic reading of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a true moon phase?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot strictly speaking. This sun-moon display is a 24-hour day-night indicator, often called a \"moonphase\" in common usage, but it does not follow the 29.5-day lunar cycle of an astronomical complication. It simply distinguishes day from night, making it a dial that is both charming and easy to live with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Alba brand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlba is a brand created by Seiko Watch Corporation in Japan in 1979 — its name means \"dawn\" in Italian. Designed to offer carefully made watches at an accessible price, it draws on the movements and industrial know-how of Seiko. Vintage Alba watches are now appreciated for their reliability and original dials.\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 base, common on dress watches of this era. The plating provides the brilliance of gold for a fraction of its price. On this piece, the gold plating shows visible signs of wear on the lugs and around the edge, disclosed in full transparency and consistent with its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch suitable for a man or a woman?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a Unisex piece. Its 31mm round case offers a measured size, comfortable on a wide variety of wrists, both feminine and masculine. Its silvered dial and day-night display give it a character that is both elegant and original, by day and by evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the international delivery time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDispatch within 48 hours, international delivery within 3 to 5 days, insurance included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Alba","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54037740192081,"sku":"9D5876 V535-6B10","price":320.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/montre-alba-soleil-lune-v535-6b10-cadran-argente-givre-1989-atelier-victor-1.jpg?v=1781293541","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-alba-soleil-lune-v535-6b10-frosted-silver-dial-1989","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}