Oruss 1853 Quartz Gold-Tone Base Metal Wristwatch
Watch (Men's Fashion Quartz) · Yellow gold-tone finish; likely a titanium nitride or decorative gold-colored PVD coating rather than a precious metal alloy.
Purity: Unknown / Likely Non-Solid; appears to be thin gold-colored electroplating or PVD coating over base metal (stainless steel or alloy). No precious metal fineness markings are visible.
Type
Watch (Men's Fashion Quartz)
Purity
Unknown / Likely Non-Solid; appears to be thin gold-colored electroplating or PVD coating over base metal (stainless steel or alloy). No precious metal fineness markings are visible.
Gold Type
Yellow gold-tone finish; likely a titanium nitride or decorative gold-colored PVD coating rather than a precious metal alloy.
Weight
80g to 110g total weight (including movement and bracelet); negligible gold weight as the item is likely gold-plated base metal.
Description
A budget-friendly quartz fashion watch featuring a black dial with applied Roman numeral hour markers and a day-date window at 3 o'clock. The gold-tone case is paired with a matching link bracelet, designed to offer a luxury look at an accessible price point.
Key Features
Day-date complication in English and Chinese characters; '1853' branding (a marketing reference to historical horology); Dauphine-style hands; cracked mineral crystal.
Color & Finish
Pale yellow gold-tone; high polish finish with significant scuffing, surface scratches, and wear showing a silvery sub-metal on high-friction areas.
Hallmarks & Stamps
Brand name 'ORUSS' and year '1853' on dial; 'QUARTZ' movement indicator. Case back likely contains standard 'Stainless Steel Back' or 'Water Resistant' stamps, but no carat marks (18K, 14K) are present.
Dimensions Estimate
Case diameter: approx 40mm; Case thickness: approx 10mm; Lug width: 20mm; Bracelet length: standard adjustable link size.
Gemstones & Inlays
None; applied metallic Roman numeral indices and luminous paint on hands; printed dial elements.
Clasp & Closure
Fold-over deployment clasp on a multi-link integrated metal bracelet.
Chain & Links
Five-piece staggered link bracelet construction; folded or cast metal links with visible pins for adjustment.
Craftsmanship Details
Mass-produced stamped components; mineral glass crystal (shattered); generic quartz module; plating thickness is likely less than 0.5 microns.
Authentication Indicators
Red flags for 'solid gold' include the lack of hallmark stamps on lugs/clasp, visible silver-toned base metal appearing through scratches, and the use of a generic quartz movement. '1853' is a brand identity, not a manufacture date.
Origin & Maker
China; produced by budget fashion brands following the 'Oruss' label, often sold through mass-market e-commerce platforms.
Era & Period
Contemporary (2010s-present); designed to mimic classic mid-century Swiss aesthetics (specifically referencing Tissot style).
Age Estimate
Circa 2015-2023; modern mass-produced quartz fashion watch.
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'fast fashion' movement in horology, where luxury aesthetics are made available to a global mass market through low-cost manufacturing.
Condition Notes
Poor; the mineral crystal is severely shattered across the face. The gold-tone plating shows heavy wear and micro-abrading. The movement functionality is unknown due to crystal damage.
Value Estimate
Minimal; purely decorative or 'parts' value. Estimated at $5-$20 USD. Melt value is $0 as the item contains no measurable solid gold.
Care & Maintenance
Avoid moisture as water resistance is likely compromised by the cracked crystal. Clean with a dry microfiber cloth only. Plating cannot be polished without removing the gold color.
Similar Items
Seiko 5 Gold-Tone, Tissot Le Locle (the authentic inspiration), or various 'mushroom brands' found on Alibaba/Amazon.
Interesting Facts
The brand name and date '1853' are widely recognized in the industry as homages (or 'clones') of the established Swiss brand Tissot, which was founded in that year.