Meister-Anker Gold-Plated Dress Watch
Watch (Quartz Wristwatch) · Yellow gold finish (brass/copper alloy underlayer)
Purity: Gold-Plated (likely 10-20 microns of 14K-18K gold topping) on base metal
Type
Watch (Quartz Wristwatch)
Purity
Gold-Plated (likely 10-20 microns of 14K-18K gold topping) on base metal
Gold Type
Yellow gold finish (brass/copper alloy underlayer)
Weight
20-30 grams total (minimal gold content)
Description
A minimalist vintage dress watch by Meister-Anker featuring a stark black dial with gold-toned baton hands and a thin gold-colored bezel. Typical of European department store luxury of the period.
Key Features
Crown logo, thin profile, screw-back case, minimalist indices
Color & Finish
Polished yellow gold tone with significant scratching and wear to the bezel
Hallmarks & Stamps
Meister-Anker logo on dial; likely stainless steel or base metal markings on the case back
Dimensions Estimate
32-34mm case diameter, standard 16-18mm lug width
Gemstones & Inlays
None; minimalist hour markers dots painted on dial
Clasp & Closure
Standard tang buckle on a leather strap
Chain & Links
Not applicable; black textured leather strap
Craftsmanship Details
Mass-produced quartz movement, machine-cast case, electroplated finish.
Authentication Indicators
Meister-Anker is a known budget-to-midrange brand; lack of hallmark '750' or '585' suggests plated construction
Origin & Maker
Germany (Meister-Anker was a private label for Quelle department stores)
Era & Period
Late 20th Century (likely 1980s or 1990s) Quartz revolution era
Age Estimate
Circa 1985-1995
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratization of luxury aesthetics through department store brands during the quartz crisis.
Condition Notes
Fair to Good; significant scratches on crystal and bezel, leather strap shows heavy wear and cracking
Value Estimate
Subjective $20-$50 USD; negligible melt value as it is gold-plated, not solid gold.
Care & Maintenance
Wipe with a soft cloth; avoid water exposure; crystal may require polywatch or replacement to restore clarity.
Similar Items
Seiko Tank, Citizen Quartz Dress watches, older gold-plated Longines models
Interesting Facts
Meister-Anker was the primary watch brand for Quelle, once Europe's largest mail-order company.