Zodiac Olympos Ladies Cocktail / Fashion Watch (Ref. Unknown)
Cocktail / Fashion Dress Watch · Zodiac (Parent: Fossil Group since 2001). Tier: Mid-range heritage brand with a focus on divers and lifestyle watches.
Period: Modern Fashion / Late 20th Century (1990s-2000s). The design features a stylized interpretation of the Mantis case, common in Zodiac's fashion-forward era.
Type
Cocktail / Fashion Dress Watch
Brand
Zodiac (Parent: Fossil Group since 2001). Tier: Mid-range heritage brand with a focus on divers and lifestyle watches.
Movement
Swiss Quartz Movement. Likely a Ronda or ETA quartz caliber; 0 jewels typically, battery-powered.
Dimensions
Case diameter: 24mm - 26mm; Thickness: 6mm - 7mm; Lug-to-lug: Integrated design approx 35mm; Lug width: N/A (Integrated proprietary strap).
Description
An avant-garde ladies' dress watch that utilizes a 'cross' or 'mantis' case motif. The design is centered around the intersection of the horizontal and vertical tabs, creating a bold, geometric presence on a slim feminine scale.
Key Features
Four-tab case design reminiscent of the Omega Constellation 'Griffin' claws but applied to a more organic, oval case shape; Integrated 'center-link' style strap attachment.
Dial Description
White/Mother of Pearl effect dial; minimal layout with applied gold-tone dot indices at 3, 6, and 9 o'clock; Zodiac crosshair logo at 12 o'clock; gold-tone sword/leaf hands.
Case Material
Gold-plated (PVD or Electroplated) stainless steel with a polished finish and integrated bracket lugs.
Crystal Type
Mineral glass or Sapphire, flat, flush with the bezel.
Bezel Details
Fixed, polished gold-plated bezel with four integrated 'claws' or riders at the cardinal positions (12, 3, 6, 9).
Crown & Pushers
Small, push-pull crown at 3 o'clock, partially recessed or integrated into the lateral rider tab.
Bracelet or Strap
Integrated beige/cream leather or synthetic material strap designed to flow directly from the 12 and 6 o'clock case tabs.
Caseback Details
Solid stainless steel snap-on or screw-down caseback, likely featuring the Zodiac logo and 'Swiss Made' engravings.
Movement Type
Swiss Quartz Movement. Likely a Ronda or ETA quartz caliber; 0 jewels typically, battery-powered.
Water Resistance
30 Meters (3 ATM). Splash resistant only; not suitable for swimming or immersion.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made. While Fossil is American, Zodiac maintains its Swiss manufacturing and heritage status.
Age Estimate
Circa 1995-2005. The design language aligns with the transitional period of Zodiac before its full revival as a vintage-reissue focused brand.
Cultural Significance
Represents the era of fashion-driven Swiss watches where branding and unique case geometry were prioritized over mechanical complexity.
Condition Notes
Fair to Good. Visible wear on the gold plating (fading/rubbing) on the 10 o'clock bezel area and the 6 o'clock tab. The strap shows significant signs of age and discoloration. Grade: Good.
Value Estimate
$75 - $150 USD. Value is largely decorative; lacks the collector demand of the Sea Wolf or mechanical Olympos models.
Care & Maintenance
Requires battery changes every 2-3 years. Avoid water exposure as vintage/fashion gaskets degrade. Leather strap is proprietary; replacement may require custom work if the original is discontinued.
Similar Watches
Omega Constellation Manhattan (for the claw design), Gucci 3000L (for the bezel-centric 90s aesthetic), Longines DolceVita.
Interesting Facts
The Zodiac logo is often mistaken for the crosshairs of a scope; ironically, the infamous 'Zodiac Killer' took his name and symbol from this watch brand after seeing similar models in the 1960s.