{"product_id":"montre-seiko-harmony-2n21-0010-plaque-or-capot-musical-1988","title":"Vintage Seiko hArmony 2N21-0010 Gold-Plated — Musical Cover (1988) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko hArmony gold-plated: the musical-hinged cover watch that plays a melody when opened\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Seiko watch belongs to the \u003cstrong\u003ehArmony\u003c\/strong\u003e line and stands out for a rare and enchanting device: a \u003cstrong\u003ehinged cover that plays a melody when opened\u003c\/strong\u003e. Like the old “savonnette” pocket watches of yesteryear, a gold-plated cover protects the dial; but here, the gesture of lifting it triggers a musical tune. A \u003cstrong\u003ecircular cut-out\u003c\/strong\u003e set into the cover allows a glimpse of the center of the dial without even opening it. Unisex, the piece is equally suited to a man or a woman. The case measures 34mm (37.5mm with the crown) for a Lug-to-lug of 40mm and a thickness of 8.9mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ewhite lacquered dial\u003c\/strong\u003e, once the cover is lifted, is of refined classicism. Twelve black Roman numerals encircle it, framed by an inner railway minute track, while an elegant \u003cstrong\u003ered zigzag motif\u003c\/strong\u003e animates the center, beneath the SEIKO signature. The mention \u003cstrong\u003ehArmony\u003c\/strong\u003e occupies the lower part of the dial, a nod to the piece’s musical function. Two slender gold-tone hands trace the time in the spirit of an old-school dress watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside beats a \u003cstrong\u003eSeiko quartz movement\u003c\/strong\u003e, completed by a melody module linked to the cover. The watch is easy to maintain, with a battery change by any watchmaker. The movement of this example has been checked by our watchmaker and the battery replaced before shipment. It is a true piece of horological whimsy, born of the creativity of Seiko in the 1980s, when the brand multiplied original concepts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the wrist, the piece resembles none other. Closed, it intrigues with its \u003cstrong\u003egold-plated cover\u003c\/strong\u003e with a cut-out; open, it reveals a classically dressed dial while playing its melody. This play of hidden and revealed, doubled by the musical surprise, gives it all its charm and singularity. It is fitted on a dark brown \u003cstrong\u003ecrocodile-style leather\u003c\/strong\u003e strap, with a Buckle buckle, which is not original. The Lug width of 12mm directs the choice of replacement straps toward slimmer widths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe cover plays a melody at each opening: it is the signature device of the piece, as rare as it is delightful on a wristwatch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe case is gold-plated, not solid gold: the cover and the case band show fine signs of wear, disclosed with complete transparency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe lower part of the dial shows some age-related marks, visible upon close inspection. We prefer to mention them rather than embellish them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u003eDiscover our Seiko vintage watches\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 specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seiko\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e hArmony, musical cover case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2N21-0010\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;1988\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 quartz, Seiko, with melody module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, seconds, melody when the cover is opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Gold-plated (steel back), round shape, hinged musical cover with circular cut-out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34mm (37.5mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12mm\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 White lacquered, black Roman numerals, railway minute track, central red zigzag motif, Seiko and hArmony signatures, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gilt (hours, minutes), original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral, very good condition (8\/10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark brown crocodile-style leather, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 Beautiful state of preservation. Clean white dial, functional cover mechanism and melody function. The lower part of the dial nevertheless shows a few signs of age, and the gold-plating on the cover and case band fine signs of wear, 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, new battery, one-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atelier Victor invoice Atelier Victor, 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 the musical cover of this watch work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe cover is a gold-plated hinged lid that folds down over the dial to protect it, in the manner of so-called “hunter-case” pocket watches. Its distinguishing feature is that when lifted, it triggers a melody. A circular cut-out is incorporated to reveal the centre of the dial even when the cover is closed. It is a rare and delightful mechanism, characteristic of Seiko fantasy watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Seiko hArmony line?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ehArmony is one of Seiko fantasy watch lines, where the Japanese brand explored original concepts beyond the simple time-only watch. Its very name evokes music. This example, with its musical cover and Roman numeral dial, illustrates Seiko’s taste for pieces that are both classic in appearance and inventive in their mechanism.\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 back, including the cover. The plating brings the warmth and brilliance of gold at a fraction of its price. This piece shows fine signs of wear on its plating, disclosed with full transparency and consistent with its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch water-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Water resistance is never guaranteed on a vintage watch, especially not on a hunter-case construction that is not designed for immersion. Avoid showers, swimming pools, and the sea. A brief contact with rainwater, however, does not pose a problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat wrist size does this watch suit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a 34mm case and a 40mm Lug-to-lug, it wears in balanced fashion on wrists of approximately 15.5 to 19cm. Its gilded cover gives it a strong presence, while remaining of a very reasonable 8.9mm thickness. It is a Unisex piece, as much a musical curiosity as a dress watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54326543450449,"sku":"2N21-0010 890009","price":682.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_05030.jpg?v=1785854263","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-harmony-2n21-0010-gold-plated-musical-caseback-1988","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}