{"product_id":"montre-seiko-quartz-plaque-or-tonneau-romain-1982","title":"Vintage Seiko Quartz Gold-Plated Tonneau — Roman Clous de Paris (1982) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSeiko Vintage Quartz: a two-tone dress 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 two-tone tonneau case, combining stainless steel and gold-plating, enhanced by a \u003cstrong\u003eClous de Paris bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e and a cream-white dial with Roman numerals. Slim and refined, it embodies the understated elegance of Japanese dress watches. In a versatile size, it wears just as well on a man's wrist as on a woman's. A sober, meticulous piece, ideal for everyday wear as well as evening occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ecream-white dial\u003c\/strong\u003e highlights classic black Roman numerals for a clear, dressy readout. The “Seiko Quartz” signature appears at 3 o'clock, while slender black tapered hands glide over the whole. It is above all the \u003cstrong\u003egold-plated bezel\u003c\/strong\u003e that defines the character of the piece: fully guilloché with a fine grid motif, it catches the light and frames the dial in a precious setting, contrasting with the steel case. A sober and luminous ensemble, in the grand tradition of Japanese dress watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Seiko is powered by a \u003cstrong\u003equartz movement\u003c\/strong\u003e from the brand, reliable and precise, battery-powered. Seiko, a pioneer of quartz with the 1969 Astron, is renowned for the quality and longevity of its calibres. A regulated movement, guaranteeing precise everyday operation without demanding mechanical maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its \u003cstrong\u003e30mm case\u003c\/strong\u003e and very slim profile (6.7mm) and its two-tone tonneau shape, this vintage watch offers an elegant, versatile size, on a man's wrist as well as a woman's — a true \u003cstrong\u003eunisex watch\u003c\/strong\u003e. The original dial and hands are in good condition; the acrylic Crystal is rated 7\/10 (minor signs of wear, the acrylic can be polished by a watchmaker). It comes on a \u003cstrong\u003ehandmade\u003c\/strong\u003e crocodile leather strap, non-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, two-tone steel and gold-plated tonneau case, guilloché bezel and white dial with Roman numerals (1980s).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeiko quartz movement, reliable and precise; Seiko, pioneer of quartz since 1969.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnisex watch (men and women), slim profile; handmade crocodile leather strap, non-original.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ Discover our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-japonaises\"\u003eVintage Japanese 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, tonneau shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9520-5090\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e : 1982\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 9520 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 Steel and gold-plated (steel caseback), tonneau shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated, Clous de Paris motif, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30mm (32mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug to lug:\u003c\/strong\u003e 37mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.7mm (Crystal included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 white, black Roman numerals, \"Seiko Quartz\" signature, 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 Acrylic, good condition (7\/10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade crocodile leather, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel pin buckle, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very fine state of preservation. Original dial and hands in good condition; acrylic Crystal rated 7\/10.\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, one-year warranty\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 a \"Tank\" watch or a tonneau-shaped watch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tonneau shape refers to an elongated case with curved sides, close to the rectangular \"Tank\" silhouette popularized by Cartier at the beginning of the 20th century. The term \"Tank\" is now commonly used for these elongated dress watches. This piece is not a Cartier: it is a Seiko, a Japanese manufacture, which takes up that dress-watch spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat movement does this Seiko Quartz have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is fitted with a reliable, precise Seiko quartz movement, battery-powered. Seiko launched the world's first quartz wristwatch, the Astron, in 1969, and remains a benchmark in this field. This type of movement ensures great everyday accuracy without mechanical servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the case solid gold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. It is a two-tone case combining steel and gold plating: the gilded elements are gold-plated, on a steel base. It is a dressed finish typical of elegant watches of that era, offering the brilliance of gold with the robustness of steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Seiko watch vintage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, fully so. From the 1980s, it is well beyond the thirty-year threshold generally retained for the term \"vintage\". It is an authentic vintage Seiko watch, a witness to Japanese expertise in quartz dress watches.\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 tonneau case of 30mm suitable for both a men's and women's wrist. Its white dial with Roman numerals and dress-watch 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":54136680939857,"sku":"2D3647 9520-5090","price":340.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_04002.jpg?v=1782917720","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-seiko-watch-gold-plated-tonneau-roman-clous-de-paris-1982","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}