{"product_id":"base-93364173","title":"Australian Opal Mosaic Watch 3","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Opal Mosaic Watch 3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen sourcing vintage jewellery and watches throughout Australia, there are occasionally pieces that stay in my mind long after I have found them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis opal mosaic watch was one of those pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmaller in scale than many traditional watches, it feels almost like a piece of jewellery that happens to tell time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuiet, refined, and easy to wear, it brings a subtle sense of colour and light to everyday life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage opal mosaic watch has been assembled using carefully selected vintage and deadstock Australian opal components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach tiny fragment of opal has been individually arranged by hand, creating a dial that shifts gently with light and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft flashes of blue, green, pink, and gold emerge from the surface throughout the day, revealing the natural beauty and depth unique to Australian opal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gold-toned frame carries a classical structure with delicate detailing, creating an elegant balance between vintage charm and everyday wearability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece was discovered among vintage stock that had been stored for many years in an Australian warehouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery opal mosaic dial was assembled by hand, meaning no two watches are exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original vintage components are limited, and once a particular arrangement of opal fragments has been used, it cannot be recreated in precisely the same way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo further restocks in this specification are planned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly the currently available pieces can be offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compact case measures approximately 2 × 1.8 cm with a slim thickness of around 5 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts smaller proportions allow it to wear almost like a bracelet or jewellery piece, making it easy to pair with both casual and more polished outfits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than being reserved for special occasions, this is a watch intended to live quietly within everyday routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA morning coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA favourite book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA weekend market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn ordinary workday.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are often the moments where its character is most appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany people who choose pieces like this are not simply looking for another watch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore often, they are drawn to objects that feel personal, timeless, and easy to live with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpal has long been associated with creativity, happiness, and loyalty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause its appearance changes with light and angle, it is often chosen during periods of transition, new beginnings, or moments when one wishes to reconnect with their own rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with many vintage objects, the timing of the encounter becomes part of the story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf it feels naturally aligned with your life and personal style, that alone may be reason enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrass\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e22K Gold-Plated Metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGold-Toned Metal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralian Opal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless Steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1970s–1980s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStored unused for many years as deadstock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Opal mosaic components sourced in Australia)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Battery made in Japan)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCase: Approx. 2 × 1.8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThickness: Approx. 5 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrap Length: Approx. 18 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrap adjustment is not available in-store but can be carried out by most local watch repair shops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuartz movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRunning and tested\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBattery replaced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUses a modern replaceable battery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Service\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis opal mosaic watch was sourced as deadstock and remains in excellent condition both externally and internally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach watch has been individually overhauled and inspected, with the movement carefully checked and confirmed to be running smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe battery has been replaced with a new Japanese-made battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough vintage, it has been prepared not as a collector’s display piece, but as a watch intended to be worn, enjoyed, and lived with over time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"flemington vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47608253546708,"sku":"93364173","price":420.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/2162\/2740\/files\/watch_square.jpg?v=1779158225","url":"https:\/\/flemingtonvintage.com\/en-au\/products\/base-93364173","provider":"flemington vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}