Manhatch Two-Tone Gold-Plated Quartz Ladies Wristwatch
Watch (Fashion/Quartz) · Yellow Gold plating paired with Stainless Steel/Silver-tone base metal
Purity: Gold-plated (EP/GP); likely 14K-18K surface gilding over base metal (brass or stainless steel). This is not solid gold.
Type
Watch (Fashion/Quartz)
Purity
Gold-plated (EP/GP); likely 14K-18K surface gilding over base metal (brass or stainless steel). This is not solid gold.
Gold Type
Yellow Gold plating paired with Stainless Steel/Silver-tone base metal
Weight
35-50 grams (total weight including movement and base metals)
Description
A classic everyday ladies' timepiece featuring a two-tone aesthetic. The watch utilizes a quartz movement for precision and features a high-contrast dial with easy-to-read Arabic numerals. While styled to look like luxury gold-and-steel watches, it is a budget-friendly fashion accessory.
Key Features
Contrast between the textured gold-tone bezel and the smooth steel-tone lugs; sword-style hands.
Color & Finish
Yellow gold finish with visible 'brassing' and pitting on the bezel; polished steel-tone center links and lugs.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Manhatch logo on dial; likely 'Stainless Steel Back' and 'Base Metal Bezel' stamps on caseback (not visible in image).
Dimensions Estimate
Case diameter: approx. 24mm-26mm; Band width: 12mm; Petite ladies' sizing.
Gemstones & Inlays
None; printed Arabic numeral hour markers on a two-tone white and champagne dial.
Clasp & Closure
Likely a fold-over jewelry clasp or a deployment buckle hidden on the underside.
Chain & Links
Three-link integrated bracelet with gold-plated outer links and polished steel-tone inner links.
Craftsmanship Details
Mass-produced cast base metal components; quartz movement; pressure-fit assembly. The plating is thin, as evidenced by the surface degradation.
Authentication Indicators
Red flags for gold value: The brand 'Manhatch' is not a precious metal watchmaker. Visible corrosion/wear showing base metal underneath the gold layer confirms it is plated.
Origin & Maker
Manhatch (likely a mass-market fashion brand from East Asia/China).
Era & Period
Contemporary/Modern (late 1990s through 2010s)
Age Estimate
Likely produced within the last 15-25 years (circa 2000-2015).
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratization of luxury aesthetics in the late 20th century through affordable fashion jewelry.
Condition Notes
Fair to Poor. Significant wear visible on the gold-plated bezel (pitting, oxidation, and fading). Scratches present on the crystal/glass.
Value Estimate
$5.00 - $15.00 USD. Negligible gold value (melt value is zero); price is based purely on functionality as a used timepiece.
Care & Maintenance
Avoid all chemical exposure; clean only with a soft, dry cloth to prevent further plating loss. Keep away from water as seals are likely degraded.
Similar Items
Seiko Two-Tone Essentials, Citizen Eco-Drive Ladies Two-Tone, Anne Klein Fashion Watches.
Interesting Facts
Two-tone watches became a dominant fashion trend in the 1980s and 1990s, led by brands like Rolex and TAG Heuer, leading to thousands of fashion-grade homages.