Seiko - Crown - No reserve price - 15002E - Men - 1961

Now available at auction from Second Vintage

A classic and well-preserved example of Seiko's early dress watch heritage, this 1961 Seiko Crown features an exceptionally clean silver sunburst dial. The cursive script and elegant proportions beautifully present the aesthetic that would soon serve as the foundational blueprint for the Grand Seiko line.

Brand: Seiko
Model: Seiko Crown 21j
Reference Number: 15002E
Serial Number: 1711188
Movement: Manual-winding Seikosha Caliber 560
Dial: Silver sunburst with applied gold-tone indices
Case Size: 35 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Gold-plated with gold-filled caseback
Production Year: 1961
Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +20+22s/day, running strong and steady.

Dial and Hands
The exceptionally clean and attractive silver sunburst dial is very well preserved, showing minimal signs of aging or spotting. It features crisp cursive Seiko Crown script alongside the printed Diashock text, complementing the clean and bright applied gold-tone indices. The original gold-tone dauphine hands exhibit age-appropriate oxidation and minor spotting visible under macro inspection, adding genuine character to this vintage timepiece.

Case and Crystal
The 35 mm gold-plated case presents honest vintage wear, retaining its classic 1960s dress watch proportions. There is visible plating wear on the lug edges and the rim of the gold-filled caseback, along with light surface scratches consistent with age and normal use. The thin integrated gold-tone bezel also shows light scratches and minor plating wear on its edges. An unsigned knurled crown is fitted, displaying visible plating wear on the outer edge. The caseback interior is clearly stamped with material and serial information. The domed acrylic crystal is clear and well preserved, with no major scratches, cracks, or crazing visible.

Movement
Inside beats the manual-winding Seikosha Caliber 560, a 21-jewel movement that operates at 18,000 beats per hour. The movement is clean and well preserved, with screws and plates showing no obvious signs of corrosion or heavy tool marks. It features clear engravings reading SEIKOSHA, 21 JEWELS, and 560. Recording +20+22s/day, it is performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady.

Strap
The watch is fitted with a complementary modern brown leather strap featuring red contrast stitching. It appears lightly used or new and is secured by an unsigned gold-tone buckle.

Condition
Good vintage condition. The watch presents honest wear with visible plating loss on the case edges, caseback rim, bezel, and crown, accompanied by light surface scratches consistent with its 1961 production year. The silver sunburst dial is a standout feature, remaining exceptionally clean and bright, while the original hands show age-appropriate oxidation under close inspection. The manual-winding movement is running strong and steady, supported by the timegrapher results.

Dimensions
The case measures 35 mm in diameter, excluding the crown.

Remarks
This Seiko Crown offers a beautifully preserved silver sunburst dial and elegant 1960s dress watch proportions. It represents a historically significant era of Seiko's manufacturing, making it a compelling addition for collectors of early Japanese horology.

History
Introduced in 1959 and originally released by the Suwa Seikosha factory, the Seiko Crown line holds an important place in Japanese watchmaking history. It served as the direct foundational blueprint for the prestigious Grand Seiko series that followed. Powered by the reliable Seikosha Caliber 560, the Crown represents the elegant design language and mechanical refinement of Seiko's early dress watches.

Payment and Shipping
Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase.
Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind.
We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination.
Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age.
We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description.
The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use.
If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you.
As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
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SKU: SEI-CJE-0003