{"product_id":"montre-christian-dior-vintage-chiffres-romains-or-1990s","title":"Christian Dior Vintage Watch — Gold Roman Numerals (1990s) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA stepped bezel and applied Roman numerals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Christian Dior watch, produced in the 1990s, can be worn equally well by a man or a woman, with a 30mm round gold-plated case. Its 5.5mm thickness remains restrained despite a bezel whose construction occupies almost a third of the diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is this \u003cstrong\u003estepped bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e that gives the piece its character. Three tiered rings descend toward the dial, separated by fine dark lines that deepen the relief. The result is a thick, almost architectural frame, contrasting with the sobriety of the dial it encloses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white lacquered dial bears twelve \u003cstrong\u003eapplied golden Roman numerals\u003c\/strong\u003e, arranged all around the perimeter. The signature \u003cem\u003eChristian Dior\u003c\/em\u003e appears on two lines in the upper section, in black, and the words \u003cem\u003eSWISS MADE\u003c\/em\u003e close the dial at the bottom. The golden baton hands, slender and tapered, complete an entirely pared-back display: no seconds hand comes to disturb the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe case extends into a fluted central lug on each side, flanked by two bars, which receives the lizard-effect leather strap. This construction, more discreet than the overhanging lugs found on other watches from the house, brings the strap as close as possible to the case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStepped bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e — three tiered rings separated by dark lines, which give the watch its relief and occupy nearly a third of the diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplied golden Roman numerals\u003c\/strong\u003e — set in relief on the white lacquer, they catch the light differently from a print.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwiss quartz\u003c\/strong\u003e — the mention appears on the dial, which is by no means automatic on a couturier watch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose a vintage fashion house watch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuying a \u003cstrong\u003evintage Christian Dior watch\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than a new model gives access to a fashion house design at a contained budget, on a piece whose Swiss manufacture is established. \u003cstrong\u003eVintage quartz watches\u003c\/strong\u003e from this period are also the easiest to maintain on the pre-owned market: a battery change is enough to set them running again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece occupies a precise place among \u003cstrong\u003evintage men's and women's watches\u003c\/strong\u003e: its 30mm format and elaborate bezel place it between watch and jewel, a register that fashion houses explored with greater freedom than watch manufactures. It can be worn equally by both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all our \u003cstrong\u003epre-owned watches\u003c\/strong\u003e, this one has been opened and checked by our watchmakers: verification of the movement, examination of the dial, hands and case. Every \u003cstrong\u003evintage watch\u003c\/strong\u003e we offer comes with an invoice Atelier Victor serving as a certificate, a one-year guarantee, and authenticity guaranteed for life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/collection-dior-vintage\"\u003eDiscover our selection of vintage Christian Dior\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 characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Christian Dior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round dress watch with stepped bezel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e [to be completed on the caseback]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e  1990s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switzerland\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 Swiss quartz\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, round shape with stepped bezel (steel caseback)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30mm (32mm with crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5mm\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 Golden, fluted, not original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e White lacquered, applied golden Roman numerals, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden, tapered baton style, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral (condition 9\/10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown lizard-style leather, not original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel pin buckle, not 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. The white lacquered dial is immaculate, the applied Roman numerals and hands are perfectly crisp. The Crystal is in very fine condition (9\/10). The gold plating on the case shows visible wear around the outer edge of the bezel, more pronounced on the lower part, 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\u003eMechanics:\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\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 a stepped bezel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a bezel constructed in several tiered rings rather than as a single surface. On this watch, three levels descend successively toward the dial, separated by fine dark lines that deepen its relief. This treatment gives visual thickness to an otherwise very slim case and draws the eye to the dial it frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are the numerals applied?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn applied numeral is a metal piece added and fixed onto the dial, as opposed to a numeral that is simply printed. It catches the light from various angles and casts a shadow, which gives depth to legibility. It is a more costly technique than printing, and a mark of quality on a dress watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch made in Switzerland?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, and the dial indicates it: the words \u003cem\u003eSWISS MADE\u003c\/em\u003e appear at the bottom. This is worth noting, because on a fashion house watch Swiss manufacture is by no means automatic. Christian Dior chose movements produced in Switzerland for this line, which also explains the simplicity of its maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should a gold-plated case be cared for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlating is a layer of gold deposited on a base metal, which becomes thinner over time in the areas most exposed to friction — here, around the bezel. A soft, dry cloth is sufficient for routine care. Avoid abrasive products and household cleaners, which accelerate wear. Replating is possible with a specialist but removes the case’s original traces.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat wrist size is this watch suitable for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a 30mm case, a 34mm Lug-to-lug, and a thickness of 5.5mm, it fits wrists of approximately 15 to 18cm. Its very short Lug-to-lug relative to the diameter makes it comfortable on a slim wrist. It is a Unisex format, equally suitable for wear by a man or a woman. The Lug width measures 16mm, making it easy to change the strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Dior","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54678777758033,"sku":"3063","price":393.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_06328.jpg?v=1787683165","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-christian-dior-watch-roman-numerals-gold-1990s","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}