Vintage-Style 14K White Gold Oval Diamond-Set Quartz Dress Watch
Watch (Ladies' Dress Watch) · White Gold (Rhodium plated alloy likely featuring nickel or palladium)
Purity: Likely 14K (58.5% gold) but possibly 10K or base metal plated; requires verification as many fashion quartz watches use plated stainless steel cases.
Type
Watch (Ladies' Dress Watch)
Purity
Likely 14K (58.5% gold) but possibly 10K or base metal plated; requires verification as many fashion quartz watches use plated stainless steel cases.
Gold Type
White Gold (Rhodium plated alloy likely featuring nickel or palladium)
Weight
Case weight excluding movement/strap: 4-6 grams of gold content approximately
Description
An elegant and feminine ladies' dress watch featuring an elongated oval case. The dial displays elongated Roman numerals on a mother-of-pearl face, protected by a domed crystal and surrounded by a brilliant stone-set bezel. It combines the utility of a timepiece with the aesthetic of high-end cocktail jewelry.
Key Features
Oval 'navette' shape case, mother-of-pearl dial, Roman numeral indices, and a crown-style brand crest at 12 o'clock.
Color & Finish
High-polish silver-toned white gold finish with a reflective mirror surface
Hallmarks & Stamps
Expect 14K or 585 on original case back; current photo does not display marks. Generic crown logo and 'Quartz' on dial.
Dimensions Estimate
Case: 25mm length x 15mm width; Petite ladies' scale with 10mm leather strap
Gemstones & Inlays
A halo of approximately 24 round brilliant stones; likely CZ (Cubic Zirconia) or low-grade melee diamonds in a pavé or shared prong setting. Dial features a white mother-of-pearl inlay.
Clasp & Closure
Standard buckle closure on a black croc-embossed leather strap
Chain & Links
N/A (Leather strap); Case features rounded integrated lugs for strap pins
Craftsmanship Details
Cast case construction with machine-set stones and a mass-produced Japanese or Swiss quartz movement.
Authentication Indicators
Color consistency suggests white gold or high-quality plating; lacks the hallmark stamps of luxury houses like Cartier or Longines; precision of dial printing suggests mass-market production.
Origin & Maker
Unidentified fashion boutique brand; dial features a generic crown logo reminiscent of mid-tier department store jewelry brands
Era & Period
Contemporary (Late 20th Century / Early 21st Century) designed in a Neo-Victorian or Art Deco revival style
Age Estimate
Circa 1990-2010 based on the quartz movement and casing materials
Cultural Significance
Represents the shift from mechanical timepieces to jewelry-focused quartz accessories in late-century women's fashion.
Condition Notes
Good condition; minor surface scratches on crystal and bezel. Strap shows light wear. Movement requires a battery test.
Value Estimate
Retail: $250-$600 if solid 14K; Resale/Melt: $150-$250 based on gold content. If base metal/plated: $20-$50.
Care & Maintenance
Clean with a soft microfiber cloth; avoid water submersion as fashion quartz watches often have low water resistance; replace battery every 18-24 months.
Similar Items
Cartier Baignoire (Luxury tier), Bulova Ladies' Diamond Dress Watches (Mid-tier), Seiko Essentials (Entry-tier)
Interesting Facts
The 'Navette' (French for 'little boat') shape of this case was popularized in the 1920s to create a more slender appearance on the female wrist.