Two-Tone/Silver-Tone Crystal-Set Oval Quartz Watch with Mother of Pearl Dial
Watch (Jewelry/Dress Watch) · White gold-tone or silver-tone finish; unlikely to be solid white gold based on visible wear patterns and craftsmanship signs
Purity: Likely non-precious metal or low-purity gold plating (e.g., base metal with thin flash plating); lacks visible precious metal hallmarks (gold/925)
Type
Watch (Jewelry/Dress Watch)
Purity
Likely non-precious metal or low-purity gold plating (e.g., base metal with thin flash plating); lacks visible precious metal hallmarks (gold/925)
Gold Type
White gold-tone or silver-tone finish; unlikely to be solid white gold based on visible wear patterns and craftsmanship signs
Weight
Estimated 15-25 grams (including movement and band)
Description
A feminine and elegant oval dress watch featuring a shimmering Mother of Pearl dial accented with elongated Roman numerals. The bezel is encrusted with brilliant-cut crystals, creating a jewelry-like appearance suited for formal wear. The piece combines a vintage Art Deco silhouette with modern quartz reliability.
Key Features
Oval high-relief bezel, Mother of Pearl dial, dual-B branded heart crown logo at 12 o'clock, blue cabochon accents on lugs
Color & Finish
Cool silver-tone metal with a high-polish finish; visible scratches/fading on the bezel surface suggesting a plated base metal
Hallmarks & Stamps
No visible gold/purity hallmarks; dial is signed with a dual-B heart crown logo, 'QUARTZ', and 'JAPAN MOVT' marking
Dimensions Estimate
Case height approx. 30mm, width approx. 18mm excluding crown; petite/cocktail watch size
Gemstones & Inlays
Circumferential colorless crystals in a pave-style illusion setting; likely glass or cubic zirconia rather than natural diamonds; Mother of Pearl dial inlay
Clasp & Closure
Not visible; typically features a butterfly buckle or standard tang buckle on an embossed leather strap
Chain & Links
Attached via screw-pins to a black textured leather or imitation leather strap; lug tips appear to have blue cabochon-style end caps
Craftsmanship Details
Machine-cast case with glued or low-tier pave crystal settings; movement is a standard Japanese quartz module designed for mass production and durability
Authentication Indicators
Lack of '14K' or '18K' stamps; 'Japan Movt' indicates a mass-market quartz caliber rather than high-end Swiss horology; crystal settings show machine-pressed consistency
Origin & Maker
Likely a mass-market fashion brand; movement originates from Japan, final assembly likely in China or SE Asia
Era & Period
Contemporary Fashion (Late 1990s to early 2010s); utilizes an Art Deco-revival oval case shape
Age Estimate
Circa 2000-2015 based on logo font and crystal setting style
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratization of luxury aesthetics, where cocktail watch designs once reserved for solid gold and diamond pieces became accessible through fashion brands
Condition Notes
Good to Fair; visible surface scratches on the metal bezel and crystal; battery-operated quartz movement condition unknown; significant wear on the interior of the leather strap
Value Estimate
$20 - $50 USD. Value is primarily aesthetic/functional rather than intrinsic metal value; lacks significant gold melt value
Care & Maintenance
Wipe with a soft cloth; avoid water immersion as seals on fashion watches are often weak; keep away from perfumes and hairsprays to prevent plating wear
Similar Items
Seiko Tressia series, vintage Bueche Girod white gold watches, or contemporary Anne Klein/Bulova fashion watches
Interesting Facts
Japan revolutionized the watch industry in the 1970s with the 'Quartz Crisis', making affordable, accurate timekeepers available globally, often housed in jewelry-inspired cases