Seiko Ruby-Tone Stone Small-Case Gold Twist-Chain Watch

Seiko Ruby-Tone Stone Small-Case Gold Twist-Chain Watch

A small piece of jewellery for the wrist — a Seiko ladies quartz watch, the 15mm round case held within a sculpted gold chain.

The case is a small round. A champagne gold dial carries modest dot indexes and fine gold hands, with the SEIKO name placed quietly at the centre. A reduced dial that lets the ornamental lugs on either side of the case do the speaking.

At the lugs, flower-like motifs hold red ruby-toned stones at four points. From there, the bracelet extends as a twisted gold chain — strands of metal woven together, following the wrist with a softness and depth that a simple chain cannot give. A safety chain completes the careful construction.

A watch with the air of antique jewellery. The small bright moment that appears when a sleeve is turned back.

This piece carries the marks of its years. The bracelet shows some lifting of the gold plating, small areas of green patina, light scuffs and traces of wear. The crystal also has small surface scuffs. The watch is currently running. We hope these marks of time find a home with someone who can value them as part of a piece that has been carried through the years.

Size: Case approx. 15mm / Wrist circumference approx. 19cm

Material: Stainless steel case / Base metal bracelet with gold plating

Country of manufacture: Japan (Seiko)

Movement: Quartz

Reference: 1E20-0430

Specification: Not water resistant

Condition: Good working vintage condition. No significant damage to the dial or case. Small scuffs on the crystal. The bracelet shows lifting of the gold plating, small areas of green patina, scuffs, and surface staining. The watch is currently running.

Sourcing / Country of origin: Australia / Japan