Vintage Seiko Tank Dolce Watch 9520-5140 — Gold-Plated, 4.5mm (1985)
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A gold-plated rectangle with cut corners, 4.5mm thick, a brushed gold-tone dial framed by a black line, a cabochon crown. A 1985 Seiko Dolce, delivered with its Atelier Victor invoice serving as a certificate.
A 1985 Seiko Tank Dolce 9520-5140, gold-plated and 4.5mm thick
This Seiko Dolce 9520-5140 dates from 1985. Its rectangular gold-plated case, with cut corners, measures 25mm wide, 35mm Lug-to-lug and 4.5mm thick: an extra-flat watch profile that slips under a cuff.
The gold-tone, brushed dial is divided by a black line: a central panel surrounded by a frame, on which sit black baton markers and an applied gold-tone Roman numeral XII. Two gold-tone hands, with a textured finish, indicate the hours and minutes, without seconds. The Seiko Quartz signature is placed below 12 o'clock, the Dolce script above 6 o'clock.
The watch is powered by the Seiko 9520 quartz calibre, made in Japan. The original gold-tone crown is set with a cabochon and sits on the right side; the caseback is steel.
It is fitted with a dark brown crocodile leather strap, handmade, fastened by a gold-tone Buckle, on a 17mm Lug width.
Three points to note
01
4.5mm thick — An extra-flat gold-plated rectangle with cut corners.
02
Framed gold-tone dial — Black line, applied XII, Dolce signature.
03
Cabochon crown — Gold-tone, original, on the right side.
Why choose a vintage Seiko Tank watch?
This Seiko Tank Dolce 9520-5140 brings together a 4.5mm gold-plated case, a brushed gold-tone dial framed by a black line and a cabochon crown. A 1985 dress watch, suitable for everyday wear as well as with a shirt.
Each piece offered by Atelier Victor is checked by our watchmakers before being listed 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: Dolce, Tank gold-plated with cabochon
- Reference: 9520-5140
- Estimated year: 1985
- Serial number: 5104••
- Origin: Japan
- Gender: Men's watch, women's watch (Unisex)
- Movement: Quartz, calibre Seiko 9520 (Japan)
- Functions: Hours, minutes
- Case: Gold-plated (steel back), rectangular shape with cut corners
- Width: 25mm (26.5mm including the crown)
- Lug-to-lug: 35mm
- Thickness: 4.5mm
- Lug width: 17mm
- Crown: Gold-tone cabochon crown, original
- Dial: Brushed gold-tone, black track, black baton markers, applied gold-tone XII, original
- Hands: Gold-tone with a textured finish, original
- Crystal: Acrylic (condition 9/10)
- Strap: Dark brown crocodile leather, handmade, 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: Movement checked and functional, 1-year guarantee
- Included: Atelier Victor invoice serving as a certificate of authenticity, protective case
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently asked questions
Why is it referred to as a Tank watch?
The term is used to refer to a watch with a rectangular case. Seiko did not market this reference under that name: it is the shape that gives it this designation, a gold-plated rectangle with cut corners.
What does the Dolce signature on the dial mean?
Dolce refers to a line of dress watches by Seiko. Its name appears in script above 6 o'clock, below the Seiko Quartz signature.
How is this watch dated?
By its serial number, engraved on the caseback, 5104••. At Seiko, the first digit gives the year within the decade, here 5, and the second the month, here 1: the piece dates from January 1985.
Is this piece suitable for a slim or larger wrist?
At 25mm wide, 35mm Lug-to-lug and 4.5mm thick, it suits wrists of around 14 to 17cm — a guide, never a rule: everyone wears what they like. It slips under a cuff.
How do shipping and payment work?
The piece is shipped with tracking and insurance by a trusted carrier, to a collection point or to your home 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
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FINAL SALES
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