Item Report
Seiko Digital Quartz Chronograph Stainless Steel Wristwatch
By: Seiko
Style: Vintage Digital Watch
Origin: Japan
Materials: Stainless steel, mineral glass, electronic quartz movement
Age: Circa 1982-1985
Condition: Very Good (minor wear to the bracelet and bezel, LCD appears functional, not officially serviced or graded)
Value: $120 - $240 (auction estimate, depending on functionality and condition)
Maker's Marks / Writing: SEIKO branding present on the dial, visible LCD functions labeled; other writing likely present on case back (not shown).
Date: 2025-06-23 06:31:31.960670
Description:
This is a Seiko digital quartz chronograph wristwatch from the early 1980s. The piece features a rectangular stainless steel case and bracelet, digital LCD display, and a unique center segment which likely functions as part of the chronograph or stopwatch. The watch offers typical features of the era: alarm, chronograph, time/date functions, and a lap reset, all navigated by pushers on the sides. The retro-futuristic appearance, advanced-for-its-time circuitry, and distinctive display with orange accents point to Seiko's innovation in digital watches at the dawn of the quartz revolution.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
A collectible early digital quartz Seiko, popular among enthusiasts for its unique LCD design and solid construction. These models represent a hallmark of Japanese electronic watchmaking. Collectors value them for their retro charm and technical prowess, though valuation depends heavily on condition and works status. This example appears intact with minor wear, typical for its age.
Individual Images:
whole item
Provenance:
No documentation or provenance information provided with the image.
Condition:
Very Good (minor wear to the bracelet and bezel, LCD appears functional, not officially serviced or graded)
Identification Score: 98%
High confidence due to clearly visible SEIKO branding, recognizable design features typical for this era of Seiko quartz digital watches, and visible function layout.
Authenticity Score: 90%
The visible wear, construction details, and specific display style are all consistent with original Seiko digital watches from the period. No signs of recent reproduction or fakery observed; however, the authenticity could be further certified by examining the internal movement and serial numbers.
Image Memory Note
Seiko 1980s digital quartz wristwatch, recognizable LCD layout with orange and grey design, stainless steel bracelet.
Keywords
Seiko, digital watch, quartz chronograph, vintage, Japan, stainless steel, 1980s, collectible
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