Vintage Longines Watch Gold-Plated — Golden Date Dial (1980s)
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Serviced movement & 1 year warranty
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Black hands on an entirely golden dial
This Longines watch, produced in the 1980s, can be worn equally well by a man or a woman, with a 32.3mm round gold-plated case. Its 5.5mm thickness places it among the thinnest dress watches of its generation, where most contemporary Swiss dress watches exceed seven millimetres. The lugs are very slender and curve toward the wrist, while the bezel is reduced to a fine outline.
The golden dial features a sunburst satin finish radiating from the centre, causing the tone to shift with the angle. Twelve applied baton hour markers, also golden, are set in relief. The date window, at three o'clock, is framed by a golden surround that blends it into the whole.
One detail breaks this uniformity, and it is what gives the piece its character: the hands are black. Where most golden dress watches match their hands to the dial, these stand out clearly, all the way to the very fine central seconds hand. Legibility gains a sharpness that a monochrome design does not allow.
The LONGINES signature appears below twelve, accompanied by the winged hourglass. This logo, registered in 1889, is considered the oldest watchmaking emblem still in use without substantial modification. The house was founded in 1832 in Saint-Imier, in the Swiss Jura.
Three points to note
- Black hands on a golden dial — a contrast that few golden dress watches embrace, and one that makes reading immediate.
- 5.5mm thick — a slim figure for a dress watch, as contemporary Swiss models generally exceed seven millimetres.
- Applied baton hour markers — set in relief rather than printed, they catch the light from various angles.
Why choose a Longines vintage watch?
Buying a Longines vintage watch rather than a new model means gaining access to a Swiss manufacture founded in 1832 at a controlled budget. Vintage quartz watches from this period are also the easiest to maintain on the pre-owned market: a battery change is enough to get them running again.
This reference holds a precise place among men's and women's vintage watches: its 32.3mm format and slimness make it a vintage dress watch that can be worn equally well by both, with a date display that makes it suitable for everyday use.
Like all our pre-owned Swiss watches, this one has been opened and checked by our watchmakers: verification of the calibre and its consistency with the reference, examination of the dial, hands, and case. Every vintage watch we offer comes with an invoice Atelier Victor serving as a certificate, a one-year warranty, and guaranteed lifetime authenticity.
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Technical specifications
- Brand: Longines
- Model: Round dress watch
- Estimated year: 1980s
- Origin: Switzerland
- Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex)
- Movement: Swiss quartz, Longines caliber
- Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date at 3 o'clock
- Case: Gold-plated, round shape with tapered lugs (steel back)
- Dimensions: 32.3mm (34mm with the crown)
- Lug to lug: 39mm
- Thickness: 5.5mm
- Lug width: 18mm
- Crown: Golden, fluted, not original
- Dial: Golden with sunburst satin finishing, applied golden baton indices, original
- Hands: Black, tapered baton shape, original
- Crystal: Mineral (condition 9/10)
- Strap: Black crocodile-style leather, not original
- Buckle: Steel pin buckle, not original
Condition and guarantee
- Overall condition: Good overall condition. The golden dial retains its full sunburst satin finish, the applied indices and black hands remain perfectly crisp, and the date window is clean. The Crystal is in very fine condition (9/10). The case's gold plating shows light marks and scratches from use, notably on the bezel and lugs, consistent with the age of the piece.
- Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Mechanics: Quartz movement checked, new battery, guaranteed for 1 year
- Included: Atelier Victor invoice, travel case
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently asked questions
Why are the hands black?
It is a design choice, and less common than it may seem. Most golden dress watches match their hands to the dial, which creates legibility through relief rather than contrast. Here, the black stands out clearly against the golden tone and makes the time immediately legible, including in low-angle light where a monochrome dial requires a moment of adjustment.
How thick is this watch?
It measures 5.5mm, a slim figure for a dress watch: contemporary Swiss models generally exceed seven millimetres. This thinness is made possible by the flat architecture of quartz calibers. In practice, the watch slips easily under a cuff.
What does the winged hourglass logo represent?
It is Longines's emblem, registered in 1889 and considered the oldest watchmaking logo still in use without substantial modification. The house was founded in 1832 in Saint-Imier, in the Swiss Jura, and first became known for its sports timing instruments before developing a dress-oriented catalogue.
How should a gold-plated case be cared for?
Gold plating is a layer of gold applied over a base metal, which becomes thinner over time in the areas most exposed to friction. A soft, dry cloth is sufficient for routine care. Avoid abrasive products and household cleaners, which accelerate wear. Replating is possible through a specialist, but it removes the case's original traces.
Is this piece suitable for a slim or broad wrist?
With a 32.3mm diameter, 39mm Lug-to-lug and 5.5mm thick, it suits wrists of approximately 15 to 18cm. Its very slender, curved lugs follow the wrist and reduce the sense of bulk. The Lug width measures 18mm, making it easy to change the strap.
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
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NON-CONFORMING ITEM
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For full details, please consult our return policy.
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