{"product_id":"montre-tissot-c280-plaque-or-phase-de-lune-cadran-dore-1990s","title":"Vintage Tissot Watch — Gold-Plated Moonphase Gold Dial (1990s) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTissot Gold-Plated Moonphase: the Swiss dress watch with a golden dial and Roman numerals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Tissot watch is a unisex \u003cstrong\u003edress watch\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003emoonphase\u003c\/strong\u003e, worn equally by a man or a woman, from one of the great Swiss watchmaking houses. Its \u003cstrong\u003eround gold-plated\u003c\/strong\u003e case, with a slim bezel and curved lugs, showcases a complex dial without ever crowding it. The whole measures 27mm (30mm with the crown) for a Lug-to-lug of 36mm and a thickness of only 6.1mm, Crystal included. A slender and refined piece, made to slip under a cuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003egolden dial\u003c\/strong\u003e is a small astronomical theater. Twelve black Roman numerals encircle it, framed by a double railroad track punctuated with applied golden dots. At 12 o'clock, a \u003cstrong\u003egolden moon\u003c\/strong\u003e disc moves across a starry midnight-blue sky, in an arched aperture: the only burst of color on an otherwise entirely monochrome dial. The date window sits at 6 o'clock, in perfect balance with the moon. Two black baton hands and a fine seconds hand sweep across the whole, while the Tissot signature occupies the lower center of the dial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside beats the \u003cstrong\u003eSwiss ETA 955.419 caliber\u003c\/strong\u003e, a quartz moonphase and date movement fitted with seven jewels. It is one of the rare Swiss quartz calibers to offer this complication, and it has the advantage of being perfectly documented and easy to have serviced by any watchmaker. The date is adjusted at the first crown position, in quickset mode. The movement of this example has been checked by our watchmaker and the battery replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the wrist, the piece embraces \u003cstrong\u003eromantic elegance\u003c\/strong\u003e. The warm gold plating, the golden dial and the deep blue starry sky create a ton-sur-ton ensemble broken only by the moon, here highlighted by a \u003cstrong\u003elizard leather\u003c\/strong\u003e black strap. This strap is not original; it is mounted on a steel pin buckle. The moonphase complication makes it a watch of character, far from a simple three-hand watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe ETA 955.419 caliber is a Swiss quartz moonphase: a beautiful complication, and a caliber that is easy to have serviced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe moonphase at 12 o'clock and the date window at 6 o'clock answer each other in symmetry: a dial balance characteristic of carefully executed dress watches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe case is gold-plated, not solid: it shows fine signs of wear, disclosed with full transparency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-tissot-vintage\"\u003eDiscover our vintage Tissot watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-500-1000\"\u003eSee our vintage watches from €500 to €1,000\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tissot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moonphase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e C280\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1990s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switzerland\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 Swiss quartz, ETA 955.419 caliber, 7 jewels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, seconds, date at 6 o'clock, moonphase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated (steel back), round shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33mm (34mm 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 6.1mm (Crystal included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width :\u003c\/strong\u003e 18mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown :\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated, fluted, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial :\u003c\/strong\u003e Gilt, black Roman numerals, double railroad track, moonphase at 12 o'clock, date aperture at 6 o'clock, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands :\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackened baton hands (hours, minutes), fine sweep seconds hand, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal :\u003c\/strong\u003e Mineral, very good condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet :\u003c\/strong\u003e Black lizard leather, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle :\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel pin buckle, 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 Very fine state of preservation. Impeccable gilt dial, crisp moonphase and date aperture. The gold-plated case, however, shows 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\u003eMechanical :\u003c\/strong\u003e Checked quartz movement, new battery, 1-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded :\u003c\/strong\u003e Atelier Victor invoice, protective presentation 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 moonphase of this Tissot work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe moon disc, visible at 12 o'clock in an arc-shaped aperture, advances each day to reproduce the real lunar cycle, from new moon to full moon, against a starry midnight-blue sky. It is a poetic complication, here driven by a reliable Swiss quartz movement, which lends this dress watch its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat movement powers this Tissot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Swiss ETA 955.419 caliber, quartz movement with moonphase and date, fitted with seven jewels. It is one of the rare Swiss quartz calibers to offer a moonphase. Its great advantage is that it is fully documented and easy to have serviced by any watchmaker. The movement of this example has been checked by our watchmaker and is guaranteed for 1 year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do you set the date on this Tissot?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe date is adjusted by quick-set at the first crown position, by turning it. The second position allows the time to be set. Avoid adjusting the date late in the evening or in the middle of the night, when the calendar mechanism is engaged.\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 with a steel case back, a technique commonly found on dress watches of this era. 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 complete transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this Tissot C280 water-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Water resistance is never guaranteed on a vintage watch: the original gaskets have aged and the pressure resistance of the case back is no longer what it was when new. Avoid the shower, the pool and the sea. A simple contact with rainwater, however, does not pose any difficulty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Tissot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54325799453009,"sku":"C280","price":470.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_04945.jpg?v=1784190853","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-tissot-watch-c280-gold-plated-moonphase-gold-dial-1990s","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}