Vintage Seiko Lucent Tank Watch — White Dial Roman Numerals (1994)
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Serviced movement & 1 year warranty
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The refinement of a Roman numeral dial
This Seiko from the Lucent line embodies dress elegance in a polished steel rectangular case, in the spirit of Tank. Its slim profile and clean lines give it a classic, timeless allure. Signed Seiko, the world pioneer of the quartz watch, it combines electronic precision with refined detail. A discreet and distinguished piece, equally at ease by day or in the evening.
The dial is the heart of this watch: a lacquered white center, framed by a finely sandblasted silvered outer ring with bluish reflections, on which elegant gilt Roman numerals stand out. The Seiko signature and the mention “Lucent” are set with understated elegance, while three slender gilt hands — hour, minute and sweep seconds — glide above the ensemble. The contrast of white, silver and gold creates a particularly well-finished dial.
At the heart of this Seiko beats the caliber 5E21, an in-house analog quartz movement used in the Lucent and Spirit dress lines. Seiko made horological history by launching the Astron in 1969, the world’s first quartz wristwatch. This type movement offers superior precision to most mechanical watches and effortless everyday wear: a simple battery is all it takes to power it for years.
With its 24mm-wide case (33.5mm lug-to-lug) and slim profile, this Seiko can be worn just as comfortably on a man’s wrist as on a woman’s, in a dress and vintage register. It is in very fine condition: the original dial is clean and the sapphire crystal is intact. It is delivered on a black crocodile-style leather strap; its steel pin buckle is not original.
Three points to note
- Polished steel rectangular Case (Tank spirit), slim profile, sapphire crystal.
- White center dial and sandblasted silvered outer ring, gilt Roman numerals; Seiko quartz caliber 5E21.
- Very fine overall condition; clean original dial, mounted on black crocodile-style leather.
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Technical specifications
- Brand: Seiko
- Model: Lucent (Tank shape)
- Reference: 5E21-6D40
- Estimated year: 1994
- Origin: Japan
- Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex)
- Movement: Japanese quartz, caliber Seiko 5E21
- Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds
- Case: Polished steel (steel back), rectangular shape
- Dimensions: 24mm wide (25mm with the crown)
- Lug-to-lug: 33.5mm
- Thickness: 7mm (Crystal included)
- Lug width: 18mm
- Crown: Steel, original
- Dial: White center, outer ring silver-toned sandblasted (bluish reflections), gilt Roman numerals, signature Seiko and the mention “Lucent”, original
- Hands: Gold-plated (hours, minutes, seconds hand), original
- Crystal : Sapphire, very good condition
- Bracelet: Black crocodile-style leather, original
- Buckle : Steel buckle, non-original
Condition and warranty
- Overall condition: Very good state of preservation. Clean original dial, Crystal sapphire intact.
- Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Mechanical: Checked quartz movement, 1-year warranty
- Included: Atelier Victor invoice, protective case
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is this watch referred to as the "Tank" shape?
The "Tank" shape refers to a rectangular case with straight lines, popularized by Cartier — Tank is a registered model of the house, whose design is said to have been inspired by the tanks of the First World War. The term is now commonly used to describe dress watches with a rectangular shape. This Seiko is not a Cartier, but it belongs to that classic spirit, in a Japanese interpretation of the Lucent line.
What is the Seiko Lucent line?
Lucent is a line of Seiko dress watches, mainly produced in the 1990s, recognizable by its slim rectangular or carrée cases and refined dials. Designed for elegant dress wear, it showcases Seiko's expertise in the field of refined quartz watches.
What is the Seiko 5E21 caliber?
The 5E21 is an analog quartz movement designed by Seiko, used notably in the Lucent and Spirit dress lines. It displays hours, minutes, and seconds, and runs on a battery. Reliable and precise, it requires no mechanical servicing: a simple battery replacement is enough to keep it running for years.
What are the advantages of a quartz watch?
A quartz watch offers superior accuracy to most mechanical watches and requires no winding: a battery powers it for several years. It is a reliable, hassle-free solution, ideal for everyday wear.
Is this watch suitable for a man or a woman?
It is a women's piece. Its slim rectangular case suits both a masculine and feminine wrist. Its gold Roman numeral dial makes it a versatile dress watch, perfect for everyday wear as well as more formal occasions.
What is the international shipping time?
Dispatch within 48 hours, international delivery within 3 to 5 days, insurance included.
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.
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- Bank card (Visa, Mastercard — American Express not accepted)
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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
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Taxes and Customs
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FINAL SALES
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