Votum - Calatrava - No reserve price - Men - 1970-1979

Votum – Vintage Swiss Mechanical Watch – 17 Jewels – Gold-Plated Cushion Case – Golden Linen Dial

A distinctive vintage Votum wristwatch, combining traditional Swiss mechanical craftsmanship with the bold yet elegant design language of the 1970s. Featuring a beautifully textured golden linen dial, a gold-plated cushion-shaped case and refined applied hour markers, this timepiece captures the unmistakable charm of vintage Swiss watchmaking.

The watch features an attractive champagne-gold dial with a subtle linen-textured finish, creating a sophisticated interplay of light and texture. Applied gold-tone hour markers with dark accents and slender matching hands provide excellent contrast, while the central seconds hand completes the balanced three-hand design.

Its distinctive 36 mm cushion-shaped case features a combination of brushed and polished gold-tone surfaces, reflecting the geometric styling that became particularly popular during the 1970s.
Powered by a traditional Swiss mechanical hand-wound movement with 17 jewels, this Votum combines classic watchmaking with a distinctive vintage aesthetic.
The watch is complemented by a brown genuine leather strap, enhancing its warm colour palette and understated elegance.

Technical Details
Brand: Votum
Model: Vintage Cushion Case
Country of Origin: Switzerland
Gender: Men's
Movement: Swiss mechanical hand-wound movement
Jewels: 17
Case Material: Gold plated
Case Shape: Cushion-shaped
Case Diameter: 36 mm (excluding crown)
Case Back: Stainless steel
Crystal: Acrylic
Dial: Champagne-gold with linen-textured finish
Hour Markers: Applied gold-tone indexes with dark accents
Hands: Gold-tone hour, minute and central seconds hands
Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds
Strap: Brown genuine leather
Strap Length: Approx. 20–21 cm
Case Back Markings: Waterproof Tested, Shockprotected, Antimagnetic, Stainless Steel Back
Water Resistance: Not tested for water
Condition Grade: B
Box: Delivered with generic presentation box

Condition Report
This Votum vintage watch is in good overall vintage condition, showing signs of age and use. The gold-plated case presents light scratches, small marks and minor plating wear, while the golden linen dial remains attractive, with subtle ageing visible around the edges. The stainless steel case back displays surface scratches, and the brown leather strap shows natural wear consistent with use.

The watch retains its elegant vintage appearance and distinctive 1970s character. Water resistance has not been tested and is not guaranteed.
Please study all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and illustrate the actual condition of the watch.

Story & Heritage
Votum is a historic Swiss watch brand associated with traditional mechanical watchmaking and the production of elegant, practical wristwatches. Its vintage timepieces reflect the craftsmanship and design sensibilities of Swiss horology during the 20th century. During the 1960s and 1970s, Swiss watchmakers increasingly explored unconventional case shapes, textured dials and expressive combinations of finishes. Cushion-shaped cases became particularly fashionable, offering a modern alternative to traditional round watches while maintaining classical proportions.

This Votum embodies that design evolution through its sculpted gold-plated case, distinctive golden linen dial and carefully applied hour markers. The subtle texture of the dial adds depth and refinement, giving the watch a character that changes beautifully with the light.

Its traditional 17-jewel mechanical movement recalls an era when precision engineering and timeless design were central to the art of watchmaking.
A charming vintage Swiss timepiece for collectors of Votum, mechanical dress watches and distinctive 1970s designs.
Internal Reference Number: CTM 121