CityStyle Two-Tone Gold-Plated Quartz Dress Watch
Watch (Wristwatch - Ladies' Dress Style) · Yellow Gold (Plated) over base metal or stainless steel
Purity: Gold-Plated / Base Metal (Minimal gold content)
Type
Watch (Wristwatch - Ladies' Dress Style)
Purity
Gold-Plated / Base Metal (Minimal gold content)
Gold Type
Yellow Gold (Plated) over base metal or stainless steel
Weight
25-35 grams (Total weight including movement and leather strap)
Description
A classic ladies' dress watch featuring a two-tone round case with distinctive gold-tone screw or rivet-style detailing on the bezel. The dial is clean white with black Roman numerals and a central 'CityStyle' logo, powered by a reliable quartz movement.
Key Features
Rivet-style bezel accents, two-tone color scheme, Roman numeral indices, and 30-meter water resistance rating.
Color & Finish
Two-tone finish with polished yellow gold-tone accents on bezel and brushed/matte silver-tone case
Hallmarks & Stamps
CityStyle (Brand), Quartz, 30M (Water Resistance); typically 'Stainless Steel Back' or 'Base Metal Bezel' on caseback
Dimensions Estimate
24mm to 28mm Case Diameter; 12mm-14mm Lug Width
Gemstones & Inlays
None; Roman numeral dial markers with a white face
Clasp & Closure
Standard Tang Buckle on a brown leather strap
Chain & Links
N/A - Brown embossed leather strap with tonal stitching
Craftsmanship Details
Machine-cast base metal case with electroplated gold finish and a standard Chinese or Japanese quartz movement.
Authentication Indicators
Red Flag: Visible wear-through (brassing) on the gold-tone sections indicates gold plating rather than solid gold. Lack of karat stamps (14K, 18K) confirms decorative plating.
Origin & Maker
CityStyle (likely a budget-tier fashion brand brand distributed via department stores or catalogs)
Era & Period
Contemporary (Late 1990s - early 2010s)
Age Estimate
Circa 1995-2005
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'Mall Watch' era of the late 20th century where functional jewelry became highly accessible to the general public.
Condition Notes
Fair. Significant gold-tone wear/fading on the top bezel and lugs, revealing base metal. Strap shows heavy wear and cracking.
Value Estimate
Minimal ($5 - $15 USD); Value is purely functional, containing negligible gold melt value.
Care & Maintenance
Avoid moisture as seals may be dry; do not use jewelry cleaner on plating as it will further strip the gold-tone finish; requires periodic battery replacement.
Similar Items
Seiko, Citizen, or Bulova two-tone quartz watches (higher tier); Anne Klein or Nine West fashion watches (similar tier).
Interesting Facts
Mass-produced quartz watches of this era were designed as fashion accessories meant to mimic high-end luxury brands like Cartier or EBEL.