Vintage Seiko Watch 1F21-5B70 — Gold-Plated, Blue Crocodile Leather (1996)
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A 21mm gold-plated oval case, Arabic numerals drawn in an English style, and blue hands on a white dial. A Seiko from 1996, on midnight blue crocodile leather. Checked, delivered with its Atelier Victor invoice serving as a certificate.
A Seiko from 1996, gold-plated oval case and Arabic numeral dial
The gold-plated case, with its elongated oval shape, measures 21mm wide, 7mm thick and 33.5mm lug-to-lug. Its sides curve toward the lugs, which take the strap on a 12mm lug width; the gold-tone fluted crown sits at 3 o'clock. The caseback is steel.
The white dial follows the shape of the case. Twelve black Arabic numerals, in a cursive design, trace its outline; the Seiko signature is placed below 12 o'clock and a gold-tone emblem marks 6 o'clock. The blue hands and fine centre seconds stand out against this light background. The dial and hands are original.
The watch is powered by the Seiko 1F21 calibre, a small 2-jewel quartz designed for the brand's ladies' watches. The serial number engraved on the caseback dates production to September 1996.
It is fitted on a midnight blue crocodile leather strap, closed by a gold-tone pin buckle; the blue of the leather echoes that of the hands. At 21mm wide, it wears on a slim wrist, on its own or paired with bracelets.
Three points to note
01
Case gold-plated oval case — Curved sides extending to the lugs, across 21mm of width.
02
Cursive Arabic numerals — Twelve black numerals and blue hands on a white dial.
03
Midnight blue crocodile leather — A strap matched to the hands, closed by a gold-tone Buckle.
Why choose a vintage Seiko watch?
This 1F21-5B70 reference brings together a gold-plated oval case, a white dial with cursive Arabic numerals and a midnight blue crocodile leather strap. A ladies' watch from 1996, to wear every day or in the evening.
Each piece offered by Atelier Victor is checked by our watchmakers before being put online: movement tested, case and dial examined. It is delivered with the Atelier Victor invoice serving as a certificate, a 1-year mechanical guarantee on the movement and a lifetime authenticity guarantee.
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Technical specifications
- Brand : Seiko
- Model : Oval women's watch
- Reference: 1F21-5B70
- Estimated year: September 1996
- Serial number: 6901••
- Origin: Japan
- Gender: Women's watch
- Movement: Japanese quartz, calibre Seiko 1F21, 2 jewels
- Functions: Hours, minutes, centre seconds
- Case: Gold-plated (steel back), elongated oval shape
- Width: 21mm (22.5mm including the crown)
- Lug-to-lug: 33.5mm
- Thickness: 7mm
- Lug width: 12mm
- Crown: Gold-tone, fluted, original
- Dial: White, black Arabic numerals, original
- Hands: Blue, centre seconds, original
- Crystal: Sapphire crystal (condition 9/10)
- Strap: Midnight blue crocodile leather, not original
- Buckle: Gold-tone pin buckle, not original
Condition and guarantee
- Overall condition: Very good overall condition, original dial and hands, Crystal 9/10
- Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Mechanics: Quartz movement checked and functional, new battery, 1-year guarantee
- Included: Invoice Atelier Victor serving as a certificate of authenticity, protective case
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently asked questions
What wrist size is this watch suitable for?
With a width of 21mm, a 33.5mm Lug-to-lug, and a thickness of 7mm, this is a women's format, suitable for slim to medium wrists. The Lug width of 12mm makes it easy to change the strap.
How is this watch dated?
By its serial number, engraved on the caseback. At Seiko, the first digit gives the year within the decade and the second the month: 69•••• here corresponds to September 1996.
Is the strap original?
No. The midnight blue crocodile leather strap and its gold-tone pin buckle were fitted as replacements; the Lug width of 12mm makes it easy to change the strap. The dial and hands are original.
How should a gold-plated case be cared for?
A soft, dry cloth is sufficient for routine care. It is preferable to avoid abrasive products and household cleaners, and to remove the watch for activities that may rub against it.
How do delivery and payment work?
The piece is shipped with tracking and insurance by a trusted carrier, to a collection point or home delivery depending on the destination. Delivery is free.
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.
Free delivery
Delivery is free on all our pieces internationally. Dispatch within 48 to 72 business hours by DHL Express, Emirates Post, EMS or an equivalent carrier depending on the destination, delivery within 2 to 14 business days. Each shipment is insured and delivered against signature.
- 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
Collection in Dubai
In-person handover by appointment in Downtown Dubai. Make an appointment.
Taxes and customs
The shipping origin is indicated on each product page. If the delivery country differs from the shipping country, customs duties and taxes may apply upon receipt and are payable by the buyer. Customs inspections may in rare cases extend the delivery time.
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
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.
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