Vintage Yema Tank Gold-Plated — Salmon Dial (1970s)
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Shipping from Dubai — taxes and customs duties are the buyer's responsibility outside the UAE
Lifetime authenticity guarantee
Serviced movement & 1 year warranty
International shipping
Photo taken on a 17.5 cm wrist
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Yema — The rectangular elegance of française watchmaking
This vintage Yema watch embodies the savoir-faire of one of the great French watchmaking maisons. Founded in Besançon, the historic capital of française watchmaking, Yema established itself as a benchmark brand alongside LIP — a credible French alternative to Swiss manufactures, with a style all its own.
Its rectangular gold-plated case, with a beautifully rounded bezel, displays the dress watch silhouette typical of the 1970s. A distinguished dress watch, with elegant proportions, designed to be worn with a suit or with a more relaxed outfit.
The sunburst salmon dial is the key highlight of this piece: a warm pinkish hue, brushed to catch the light, punctuated by black baton indexes and a discreet Yema signature. Salmon dials are among the most sought-after by vintage enthusiasts — a rare, elegant color that develops a beautiful patina over time. The domed raised plexi crystal Crystal, characteristic of the era, accentuates the vintage character and the dial’s depth.
Mounted on a green crocodile-style leather strap with matching stitching, this vintage Yema watch with hand-wound movement appeals as much for its française origins as for its refined aesthetic. Selected piece, authenticated and serviced by Atelier Victor. Fast and secure international shipping.
Three points to note about this piece
- Sunburst salmon dial with black baton indexes: a rare and sought-after shade among vintage enthusiasts.
- Yema, a major française watchmaking maison from Besançon: a distinctly French character, different from Swiss production.
- Rectangular Case with gold plating and domed raised Crystal, hand-wound movement — a seventies dress watch in a Unisex format.
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Technical specifications
- Brand: Yema
- Model: Rectangular (Tank case)
- Estimated year: 1970s
- Origin: France (Besançon)
- Gender: Men's and women's watch (Unisex)
- Movement: Mechanical hand-wound movement
- Functions: Hours, minutes
- Case: Gold-plated, rectangular shape
- Case back: Gold-plated
- Dimensions: 26mm (29mm with crown)
- Lug to lug: 37mm
- Thickness: 8.4mm
- Lug width: 18mm
- Crown: Gold-tone, non-original
- Dial: Sunburst salmon with black baton indexes, original
- Hands: Gold baton, original
- Crystal: Domed raised plexiglass, condition 7/10
- Bracelet : Green crocodile-style leather, not original
- Buckle : Pin buckle, not original
Condition and guarantee
- Overall condition : Good condition with a pronounced vintage look. Original salmon dial, gold-plated case showing signs of wear consistent with its age (scratches on the bezel), Crystal crystal in good condition (7/10).
- Water resistance: Not guaranteed (vintage watch)
- Authenticity: Lifetime guarantee
- Movement: Movement inspected and serviced, one-year warranty
- Included: Atelier Victor invoice, protective case
- Not included: Original box and papers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is Yema a reputable brand?
Yes. Yema is one of the great French watchmaking houses, founded in Besançon. Known for its sporty models (Superman, Rallygraf) as well as its dress watches, it represents a credible française alternative to Swiss manufactures, with a distinctive stylistic character. -
What is a salmon dial?
It is a dial with a warm, golden-rosy hue, highly sought after by collectors. Its rarity and elegance make it one of the most prized dials in vintage horology. On this piece, it is original and sunburst-brushed. -
Is the case solid gold?
No, it is gold-plated — a thin layer of gold over a metal base, common on dress watches from the 1970s. The case shows signs of wear consistent with its age, visible in the photos. -
Is the bracelet original?
No. The green crocodile-style leather strap and its Buckle are not original; they have been matched to the piece to enhance it. The crown is not original either. The dial, hands, and case are original. -
What is the international delivery time?
Dispatch within 48 hours, worldwide delivery in 3 to 5 days via DHL Express, 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.
We accept several payment methods:
- Bank card (Visa, Mastercard — American Express not accepted)
- Bank transfer (AED, EUR, USD)
- Cryptocurrency (USDT, USDC)
- PayPal
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
Hand delivery by appointment in Downtown, Dubai. Make an appointment.
Taxes and Customs
The shipping origin is indicated on each product sheet. If the delivery country differs from the shipping country, customs duties and taxes may apply upon receipt, at the buyer's expense. In exceptional situations, customs checks may extend the delivery time, regardless of our wishes and those of the carrier.
For full details, please consult our shipping policy.
FINAL SALES
All sales are final: no return, exchange, or cancellation is accepted after order confirmation. Each piece is authenticated, inspected, and described in detail before being offered for sale.
BEFORE PURCHASE
Our advisors remain at your disposal for any questions and can send you additional photographs or videos upon simple request, by email or on WhatsApp.
NON-CONFORMING ITEM
In the exceptional case of an item that does not match its listing, please notify us within 72 hours: it will be eligible for a refund or an exchange. If the parcel shows damage upon delivery, it should be refused or its opening filmed continuously.
For full details, please consult our return policy.
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