{"product_id":"montre-yema-tank-plaque-or-cadran-saumon-annees-1970","title":"Vintage Yema Tank Gold-Plated — Salmon Dial (1970s) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eYema — The rectangular elegance of française watchmaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003evintage Yema watch\u003c\/strong\u003e embodies the savoir-faire of one of the great French watchmaking maisons. Founded in Besançon, the historic capital of française watchmaking, \u003cstrong\u003eYema\u003c\/strong\u003e established itself as a benchmark brand alongside LIP — a credible French alternative to Swiss manufactures, with a style all its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003erectangular gold-plated case\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003esunburst salmon dial\u003c\/strong\u003e is the key highlight of this piece: a warm pinkish hue, brushed to catch the light, punctuated by black baton indexes and a discreet \u003cem\u003eYema\u003c\/em\u003e signature. Salmon dials are among the most sought-after by vintage enthusiasts — a rare, elegant color that develops a beautiful patina over time. The \u003cstrong\u003edomed raised plexi crystal Crystal\u003c\/strong\u003e, characteristic of the era, accentuates the vintage character and the dial’s depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounted on a \u003cstrong\u003egreen crocodile-style leather strap\u003c\/strong\u003e with matching stitching, this \u003cstrong\u003evintage Yema watch\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThree points to note about this piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunburst salmon dial with black baton indexes: a rare and sought-after shade among vintage enthusiasts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYema, a major française watchmaking maison from Besançon: a distinctly French character, different from Swiss production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRectangular Case with gold plating and domed raised Crystal, hand-wound movement — a seventies dress watch in a Unisex format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-yema-vintage\" title=\"Vintage Yema Watches\"\u003eSee our other vintage Yema watches →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e | \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/collections\/montres-vintage-collection-occasion-luxe\" title=\"Luxury Vintage Watches\"\u003eSee our luxury vintage watches →\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 Yema\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rectangular (Tank case)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1970s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e France (Besançon)\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 Mechanical hand-wound movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated, rectangular shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase back:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26mm (29mm with 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 8.4mm\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-tone, non-original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sunburst salmon with black baton indexes, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold baton, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domed raised plexiglass, condition 7\/10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet :\u003c\/strong\u003e Green crocodile-style leather, not original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle :\u003c\/strong\u003e Pin buckle, not original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition :\u003c\/strong\u003e  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).\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 Movement inspected and serviced, 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\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs Yema a reputable brand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a salmon dial?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs the case solid gold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs the bracelet original?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the international delivery time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDispatch within 48 hours, worldwide delivery in 3 to 5 days via DHL Express, insurance included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Yema","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53880188600657,"sku":"779043","price":1.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/2VD03661.jpg?v=1779875505","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-yema-tank-gold-plated-salmon-dial-1970s","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}