Certina - Men - 1980-1989

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Erwin Dekker
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Experienced antique dealer with extensive watch collecting expertise and antiques background.

Estimate  € 5,500 - € 6,100
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Description from the seller

A substantial vintage Certina Swiss wristwatch in solid yellow gold, dating from approximately the 1980s.

The watch has an elegant and understated Swiss dress-watch design, with a light silver/white dial, applied baton hour markers, slim hands and a date aperture at 3 o’clock. The case measures approximately 32 mm in diameter excluding the crown. It has a finely articulated woven/multi-link construction that gives the watch the appearance of a continuous piece of gold jewellery.

With its considerable 57.7 g gross weight, this is an unusually substantial precious-metal watch. Please note that the stated weight is the total gross weight of the complete watch, including the movement, dial, crystal and other non-gold components; it should therefore not be interpreted as 57.7 g of gold.

Specifications

Brand: Certina
Country of origin: Switzerland
Period: approximately 1970s
Case diameter: approximately 32 mm, excluding crown
Bracelet length: approximately 18–20 cm
Dial: Light silver/white
Display: Hours, minutes and date

The watch is offered in vintage condition. There are scratches, small marks and other signs of age and previous wear visible on the case, bracelet and crystal. These should be carefully assessed from the photographs, which form an important part of the condition description.

Service history is unknown, and no guarantee is given regarding previous servicing, accuracy, water resistance or future mechanical performance. Given the age of the watch, a service is recommended if the buyer intends to use it regularly.

Certina is a historic Swiss manufacturer whose origins date to 1888. The company became particularly well known during the 20th century for producing robust and dependable Swiss watches. Vintage precious-metal Certina watches represent the more formal side of the manufacturer's production and are increasingly difficult to find with substantial original solid-gold bracelets.

This example is particularly attractive because it combines a recognized Swiss watchmaker, classic 1970s styling and a considerable quantity of gold in one complete vintage wristwatch.

A substantial vintage Certina gold men's watch, suitable both for collectors of vintage Swiss watches and buyers looking for an impressive piece of solid-gold wrist jewellery.

The watch will be carefully packaged and shipped by registered and insured delivery.

Seller's Story

♛ The Jewelry Company ♛ Welcome to The Jewelry Company, a trusted seller of gemstones, fine jewelry, watches, precious-metal items, and carefully selected collectibles. Our collection includes loose gemstones, gold and silver jewelry, rings, bracelets, necklaces, vintage and modern watches, pocket watches, and other distinctive objects. Every item is individually inspected, accurately described, and photographed to give buyers a clear understanding of its condition and character. We regularly offer both wearable pieces and collectible items, ranging from elegant everyday jewelry to unusual vintage finds and rare specialist objects. Our selection changes frequently, with new lots added on a regular basis. We are committed to professional service, secure packaging, careful handling, and reliable worldwide shipping. Whether you are a collector, dealer, investor, or simply searching for a unique piece, we aim to provide attractive objects at competitive auction prices. Thank you for visiting ♛ The Jewelry Company ♛

A substantial vintage Certina Swiss wristwatch in solid yellow gold, dating from approximately the 1980s.

The watch has an elegant and understated Swiss dress-watch design, with a light silver/white dial, applied baton hour markers, slim hands and a date aperture at 3 o’clock. The case measures approximately 32 mm in diameter excluding the crown. It has a finely articulated woven/multi-link construction that gives the watch the appearance of a continuous piece of gold jewellery.

With its considerable 57.7 g gross weight, this is an unusually substantial precious-metal watch. Please note that the stated weight is the total gross weight of the complete watch, including the movement, dial, crystal and other non-gold components; it should therefore not be interpreted as 57.7 g of gold.

Specifications

Brand: Certina
Country of origin: Switzerland
Period: approximately 1970s
Case diameter: approximately 32 mm, excluding crown
Bracelet length: approximately 18–20 cm
Dial: Light silver/white
Display: Hours, minutes and date

The watch is offered in vintage condition. There are scratches, small marks and other signs of age and previous wear visible on the case, bracelet and crystal. These should be carefully assessed from the photographs, which form an important part of the condition description.

Service history is unknown, and no guarantee is given regarding previous servicing, accuracy, water resistance or future mechanical performance. Given the age of the watch, a service is recommended if the buyer intends to use it regularly.

Certina is a historic Swiss manufacturer whose origins date to 1888. The company became particularly well known during the 20th century for producing robust and dependable Swiss watches. Vintage precious-metal Certina watches represent the more formal side of the manufacturer's production and are increasingly difficult to find with substantial original solid-gold bracelets.

This example is particularly attractive because it combines a recognized Swiss watchmaker, classic 1970s styling and a considerable quantity of gold in one complete vintage wristwatch.

A substantial vintage Certina gold men's watch, suitable both for collectors of vintage Swiss watches and buyers looking for an impressive piece of solid-gold wrist jewellery.

The watch will be carefully packaged and shipped by registered and insured delivery.

Seller's Story

♛ The Jewelry Company ♛ Welcome to The Jewelry Company, a trusted seller of gemstones, fine jewelry, watches, precious-metal items, and carefully selected collectibles. Our collection includes loose gemstones, gold and silver jewelry, rings, bracelets, necklaces, vintage and modern watches, pocket watches, and other distinctive objects. Every item is individually inspected, accurately described, and photographed to give buyers a clear understanding of its condition and character. We regularly offer both wearable pieces and collectible items, ranging from elegant everyday jewelry to unusual vintage finds and rare specialist objects. Our selection changes frequently, with new lots added on a regular basis. We are committed to professional service, secure packaging, careful handling, and reliable worldwide shipping. Whether you are a collector, dealer, investor, or simply searching for a unique piece, we aim to provide attractive objects at competitive auction prices. Thank you for visiting ♛ The Jewelry Company ♛

Details

Brand
Certina
Gender
Men
Band material
Yellow gold
Shipped insured
Yes
Band length
Regular (180–200 mm)
Period
1980-1989
Repainted dial
No
Movement
Quartz
Dial colour
White
Case material
Gold
Original box included
No
Original papers included
No
Case diameter
32 mm
Original warranty included
No
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
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