Saint Honore Paris Ladies Scalloped Case Quartz Ref. 711122
Ladies Dress / Fashion Watch · Saint Honore (Independent French manufacturer). A mid-tier luxury brand known for 'Parisian Chic' designs and Swiss-made assembly.
Period: Modern Luxury Lifestyle (Late 1980s - 1990s). The watch features 'Post-Modern' design cues characterized by organic, scalloped case shapes and integrated jewelry-style cord straps popular in that era.
Type
Ladies Dress / Fashion Watch
Brand
Saint Honore (Independent French manufacturer). A mid-tier luxury brand known for 'Parisian Chic' designs and Swiss-made assembly.
Movement
Swiss Quartz Movement (typically ETA or Ronda base), 2 hands, long-life battery.
Dimensions
Case Diameter: 24-26mm; Thickness: 6mm; Lug-to-lug: 30mm; Lug width: Integrated proprietary loop system.
Description
An elegant ladies' cocktail watch that blurs the line between timekeeper and jewelry. The signature scalloped case provides a floral-like silhouette, while the minimalist blue dial emphasizes a clean, sophisticated aesthetic typical of 90s European fashion.
Key Features
Unique 6-point scalloped case profile; 'no-index' minimalist dial; signature braided 'cordon' strap system.
Dial Description
Lapis Blue or Royal Blue lacquer dial with vertical striped texture; minimalist execution without indices; gold-tone alpha/dauphine hands; printed logo at 12 and 'Quartz' at 6.
Case Material
Gold-plated (Electroplated) Stainless Steel with a polished mirror finish.
Crystal Type
Mineral glass or flat Sapphire crystal, flush mounted with the bezel edge.
Bezel Details
Fixed integrated scalloped/wavy bezel forming part of the case structure; polished gold-tone finish.
Crown & Pushers
Small, knurled push-pull crown at 3 o'clock; gold-plated without crown guards.
Bracelet or Strap
Interchangeable blue braided fabric/leather cord strap with gold-tone hardware loops and a folding jewelry clasp or buckle.
Caseback Details
Solid stainless steel snap-on caseback, usually engraved with Saint Honore coat of arms, reference number, and 'Paris' branding.
Movement Type
Swiss Quartz Movement (typically ETA or Ronda base), 2 hands, long-life battery.
Water Resistance
30 Meters (3 ATM). Splash resistant only; not suitable for swimming or showering.
Origin & Provenance
Brand origin: France (Paris); Manufacturing: Swiss Made (La Chaux-de-Fonds). Uses Swiss movements with French design aesthetic.
Age Estimate
Circa 1990-1998 based on the typeface of the logo and the specific cord-strap attachment style.
Cultural Significance
Represents the era of 'French Style' accessible luxury, where the emphasis shifted from mechanical complexity to artistic case shapes and texture.
Condition Notes
Good overall. Visible wear on the gold plating at the high points of the scalloped bezel. The strap shows slight fraying at the loops, which is common for these models. Dial appears clean without moisture damage.
Value Estimate
$150 - $350 USD depending on the integrity of the gold plating and the condition of the original strap.
Care & Maintenance
Battery replacement every 2-3 years; avoid water contact due to the fabric strap and aging gaskets; clean gold plating with a soft microfiber cloth only.
Similar Watches
Cartier Trinity (cord strap versions), Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra watches, or vintage Gucci 'Bangle' watches.
Interesting Facts
Saint Honore was one of the first brands to popularize the 'interchangeable strap' concept for women through their 'Opera' and 'Coloseum' collections, allowing the watch to match different outfits.