Title Baume & Mercier Linea Quartz Watch with Blue Mother-of-Pearl Dial Introduction This timepiece from Baume & Mercier's Linea collection presents a round case with a sculpted bracelet integration, a design characteristic of the brand's contemporary ladies' lines. The dial is finished in a soft blue mother-of-pearl shade, displaying raised silver-tone Arabic numerals at each hour marker and matching dauphine-style hands. The overall impression is clean and balanced, with the metal case and bracelet forming a continuous, flowing silhouette. The Baume & Mercier logo and "Swiss Made" designation appear on the lower portion of the dial, consistent with the brand's typical dial layout for this period. Historical & Collector Value Baume & Mercier, founded in Switzerland in the nineteenth century, has long been recognized for producing watches that combine classical design with accessible mechanical construction. The Linea collection represents one of the brand's more modern lines, characterized by its distinctive case-and-bracelet integration and use of colored mother-of-pearl dials. Watches of this type illustrate the design trends of their era, particularly the popularity of quartz movements paired with decorative dial materials in ladies' watchmaking during the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries. Specifications – Brand: Baume & Mercier – Model: Linea – Movement: Quartz – Case Size: 26mm – Dial: Blue mother-of-pearl – Country of Manufacture: Switzerland Condition The watch is graded "Very Good" by the seller, indicating generally favorable condition for a pre-owned vintage piece. The case and bracelet show light surface marks consistent with age and previous use, as visible in the accompanying photographs. The dial remains clean for a piece of its age, with the mother-of-pearl surface retaining its color and finish. As a pre-owned watch, it shows signs of age and use consistent with its era, and some light wear should be expected. The watch has been tested and is in working condition. Please refer to the photographs for further detail on the overall condition. Important Notes This is a vintage watch. Minor signs of age and use should be expected. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description. Shipping & Customs The item will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking from Japan. Since the item will be shipped from Japan, customs duties may apply upon arrival. For more details, please refer to the following link: https://www.catawiki.com/en/help/fees/do-i-have-to-pay-customs-fees Management Number: A0864