Introduction This listing presents a vintage Rado DiaStar ladies watch in a distinctive square cushion case with tortoise-pattern dial, featuring the iconic scratch-resistant Tungsten case material that made DiaStar famous worldwide. Historical and Collector Value The Rado DiaStar was introduced in 1962 as the world's first scratch-resistant watch, pioneering the use of hardmetal (tungsten carbide) in watch cases. This technological breakthrough revolutionized the watch industry and remains a hallmark of Rado's identity to this day. Vintage DiaStar models in unconventional case shapes — such as this square cushion variant — represent some of the most collectible Rado vintage offerings, combining the brand's material innovation with distinctive period design. Specifications - Brand: Rado - Model: DiaStar (square cushion) - Movement: Quartz - Case Diameter: approximately 18 mm - Dial Color: Black (tortoise pattern) - Functions: Hours, minutes Condition This watch presents in very good condition with minor signs of wear consistent with its age. The watch has been inspected and confirmed to be in working order. Shipping and Customs This item will be shipped from Japan via insured international shipping. Please note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping costs. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. [!] IMPORTANT - Customs and Import Taxes If customs duties / VAT are not paid by the buyer, the parcel cannot be delivered and will be returned. In such cases, the sale will not be refunded. Please make sure to pay all customs charges promptly.