{"product_id":"montre-seiko-quartz-plaque-or-7830-5040-coussin-creme-1979","title":"Vintage Seiko Gold-Plated Quartz 7830-5040 — Cream Cushion (1979) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko Quartz Vintage: a cushion-shaped gold-plated watch with Roman numerals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eVintage Seiko Quartz watch\u003c\/strong\u003e is an elegant dress piece with a gold-plated cushion-shaped case, slender and refined, featuring a cream dial with Roman numerals. Originating from the first generations of Seiko quartz movements from the late 1970s, it captivates with its soft silhouette and ultra-thin profile. With its versatile size, it can be worn equally well on a man’s or a woman’s wrist. A sober and refined Japanese watch, ideal for everyday wear as well as evening occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecream dial\u003c\/strong\u003e highlights classic black Roman numerals around its entire perimeter, as well as the « Seiko Quartz » signature and the SQ emblem. Fine, slender black hands glide over the whole, for a clear and high-contrast reading. A luminous and dressy display, typical of Japanese watchmaking style from the late 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Seiko is powered by the \u003cstrong\u003e7830 quartz caliber\u003c\/strong\u003e, launched in 1977 and renowned for its great finesse — an ultra-thin movement far ahead of its time. It notably equipped the « Chariot » line, appreciated for its elegant dress watches. Battery-powered, it carries on the legacy of Seiko, pioneer of quartz with the 1969 Astron. A regulated movement, guaranteeing precise everyday performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003e28mm case\u003c\/strong\u003e and very slim profile (6.4mm), and its gold-plated cushion shape, this vintage watch offers an elegant and versatile format, on the wrist of a man or a woman — a true \u003cstrong\u003eUnisex watch\u003c\/strong\u003e. The original dial and hands are in very fine condition, as is the Crystal. It comes on a \u003cstrong\u003ehandmade\u003c\/strong\u003e leather strap, not original, with a steel buckle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Seiko Quartz watch, gold-plated cushion-shaped case, cream dial with Roman numerals (1979).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeiko 7830 quartz caliber (launched in 1977), renowned for its slimness, from the « Chariot » lineage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnisex watch (men’s and women’s), ultra-thin profile; tritium dial (« T »), handmade leather strap, not original.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ Discover our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-seiko-vintage\"\u003eVintage Seiko Watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ See our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-moins-500\"\u003eVintage 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 Quartz, cushion shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7830-5040\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1979\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 7830 caliber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated (steel caseback), cushion shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28mm (30mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.4mm (glass included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cream, black Roman numerals, signature « Seiko Quartz » and SQ emblem, tritium (« T »), original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black baton hands (hours, minutes) and seconds hand, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral, very good condition\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade leather, not original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel pin buckle, not 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 Very fine condition. Original dial and hands in very fine condition; mineral Crystal in very fine condition.\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, guaranteed for 1 year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e Atelier Victor invoice, 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\u003eWhat is the caliber of this Seiko Quartz?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is fitted with the Seiko quartz caliber 7830, launched in 1977. Renowned for its great finesse, this ultra-thin movement notably equipped the \"Chariot\" line. Battery-powered, it ensures precise everyday reading without mechanical maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a cushion-shaped case?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe cushion shape (\"cushion\") refers to a square case with rounded corners, evoking the silhouette of a cushion. Very much in vogue in the 1970s, it brings softness and character to the wrist while retaining a dressy elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the case made of solid gold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is a gold-plated case on a steel base. This dressy finish offers the brilliance of gold with the robustness of steel, and contributes to the elegant character of this vintage watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Seiko watch vintage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, absolutely. Dated 1979, it far exceeds the thirty-year threshold generally used for the term \"vintage.\" This is an authentic vintage Seiko watch, a witness to the beginnings of the Japanese quartz era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch suitable for a man or a woman?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a Unisex watch. Its 28 mm cushion case suits both a masculine and a feminine wrist. Its cream dial with Roman numerals and its dressy format make it an elegant watch for all occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Seiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54112227328337,"sku":"951961 7830-5040","price":310.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_03586.jpg?v=1782487023","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-watch-gold-plated-quartz-7830-5040-cream-cushion-1979","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}