{"product_id":"montre-seiko-by-hanae-mori-vintage-reverso-plaque-or-cadrans-bijou-2008","title":"Vintage Seiko by Hanae Mori Reverso — Gold-Plated Jewelry Dials (1998) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko and Hanae Mori — A reversible jewel watch with two faces\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eSeiko by Hanae Mori vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e, reference \u003cstrong\u003e2N20-0160\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an exceptional jewel watch born of a collaboration between the great Japanese haute couture designer Hanae Mori (1926-2022) and the Seiko manufacture, which oversaw its production. Hanae Mori was the \u003cstrong\u003efirst Asian woman admitted to the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture parisienne\u003c\/strong\u003e, and her watch collections, signed \"Seiko by Hanae Mori\", are today sought-after collector's pieces among admirers of Japanese design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exceptional character of this piece lies in its \u003cstrong\u003ereversible case\u003c\/strong\u003e: a simple gesture allows the mechanism to be turned over to reveal a second dial. The main face presents a \u003cstrong\u003ewhite lacquered dial with black Roman numerals\u003c\/strong\u003e and an HM signature in gold — a classic, luminous aesthetic inherited from Parisian watchmaking codes. The hidden face reveals a \u003cstrong\u003eminimalist black dial\u003c\/strong\u003e with two gold hands, and a bezel engraved with Roman numerals at the four cardinal points (XII, III, VI, IX) — a refined, almost sculptural Art Deco design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour gold-tone screws adorn the bezel of the \u003cstrong\u003egold-plated case\u003c\/strong\u003e, in a spirit that is not without recalling the Cartier Santos codes. With its \u003cstrong\u003e30mm\u003c\/strong\u003e diameter and \u003cstrong\u003e8.7mm\u003c\/strong\u003e thickness, this \u003cstrong\u003evintage women's and men's watch\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a perfectly balanced Unisex format, ideal for a dress silhouette. The handcrafted \u003cstrong\u003eblack alligator leather\u003c\/strong\u003e strap, fitted with a gold-tone Buckle, enhances the gold case and adds an extra touch of refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eauthentic Japanese watch\u003c\/strong\u003e, at the crossroads of haute couture and horology. Selected and serviced by Atelier Victor. Fast and secure international shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree points to note about this piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistoric collaboration between Hanae Mori, a leading Japanese dressmaker, and the Seiko manufacture: a rare piece sought after by collectors of Japanese design watches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReversible mechanism with two distinct dials: elegant white enamelled face and minimalist black Art Deco face.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase with bezel and 4 gold-tone screws: an aesthetic inspired by the Parisian watchmaking codes of the great maisons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca title=\"Montres \u0026lt;span data-glossary-id=\" f73ffc7311aadea52f0c10da2007d89c\u003eSeiko Vintage\" href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u0026gt;See our other vintage Seiko watches →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e | \u003cem\u003e\u003ca title=\"Montres Vintage\" href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-vintage-collection-occasion-luxe\"\u003eSee all our vintage 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 Seiko by Hanae Mori\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reverso double dial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2N20-0160\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1998\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese quartz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, reversible case with two dials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30mm (34mm with crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 42mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.7mm\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, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFace A dial:\u003c\/strong\u003e White lacquered with black Roman numerals and HM signature, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFace B dial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimalist black with gold HM signature, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black (face A) and gold (face B), original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four gold screws (face A), engraved Roman numerals (face B)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal :\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral, in good condition, a few scratches on the black face\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handcrafted black alligator leather, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle :\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-tone pin buckle, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent. Immaculate original dials, gold-plated case showing light micro-scratches from wear consistent with its age. Perfectly functional reversible mechanism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not water-resistant (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 Serviced movement, one-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atelier Victor invoice, protective presentation box,\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\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho is Hanae Mori and why is this watch special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHanae Mori (1926-2022) was one of Japan's greatest haute couture designers, the first Asian admitted to the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture in Paris in 1977. Her watch collections, produced by Seiko under the signature \"Seiko by Hanae Mori\", are collector's pieces sought after for their distinctive design and rarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch suitable for a man or a woman?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith its 30mm diameter and dress design, this Seiko by Hanae Mori is a Unisex piece designed for both feminine wrists and masculine wrists that appreciate compact, refined proportions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the reversible system work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe case pivots on its axis to reveal the second face. The mechanism has been tested and works perfectly. Each face has its own dial and its own set of hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the international delivery time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDispatch within 48 hours, worldwide delivery in 3 to 5 days via DHL Express, insurance included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53804949111121,"sku":null,"price":1.05,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/montre-seiko-by-hanae-mori-vintage-reverso-plaque-or-cadrans-bijou-1998-atelier-victor-1.jpg?v=1783356475","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-by-hanae-mori-reverso-watch-gold-plated-jewel-dials-2008","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}