Timex Quartz Gold-Tone Dress Watch
Dress Watch · Timex Group, mass-market affordable tier, known for durable and accessible timepieces
Period: Quartz Revolution Era (1970s-1980s)
Type
Dress Watch
Brand
Timex Group, mass-market affordable tier, known for durable and accessible timepieces
Movement
Quartz analog movement, battery-powered
Dimensions
Case diameter approximately 35mm, thickness 9mm, lug-to-lug 41mm, lug width 18mm
Description
A classic and straightforward vintage Timex Quartz dress watch featuring a warm gold-tone case and a clean champagne dial. Designed for everyday elegance, it embodies the shift toward accessible quartz technology that dominated the watch industry during the late 20th century. Its slim profile and minimalist aesthetic make it a versatile vintage piece.
Key Features
Minimalist dial design, prominent Timex Quartz branding, integrated date display at 3 o'clock, and a classic round gold-tone case profile
Dial Description
Champagne sunburst dial featuring slim applied stick indices, baton hands, a date window positioned at 3 o'clock, and the Timex Quartz signature branding below the 12 o'clock marker.
Case Material
Gold-tone plated base metal or brass with polished finishing
Crystal Type
Domed acrylic or plexiglass crystal with minor surface wear
Bezel Details
Fixed smooth polished gold-tone bezel integrated into the round case design
Crown & Pushers
Standard small push-pull crown located at the 3 o'clock position
Bracelet or Strap
Textured gold-tone expansion bracelet or vintage-style metal link bracelet
Caseback Details
Snap-on stainless steel case back with standard Timex informational engravings
Movement Type
Quartz analog movement, battery-powered
Water Resistance
Non-water resistant or splash-resistant only; avoid swimming, showering, or heavy moisture exposure
Origin & Provenance
American brand with global manufacturing, utilizing outsourced quartz movements
Age Estimate
Circa late 1970s to 1980s during the height of the quartz revolution
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratization of horology via the quartz revolution, providing stylish dress watches to everyday consumers who previously relied on mechanical timepieces
Condition Notes
Fair to Good vintage condition. Light scratches and minor plating wear visible on the gold-tone case and bracelet consistent with age and use. Crystal shows light hairline scuffs that can be polished out.
Value Estimate
Estimated secondary market value between 25 and 75 USD depending on working condition and aesthetic preservation
Care & Maintenance
Avoid water exposure due to vintage gaskets, replace the silver-oxide battery as needed, clean gently with a soft dry microfiber cloth, and store in a dry environment away from strong magnetic fields
Similar Watches
Vintage Seiko Quartz dress watches, Citizen quartz models, and vintage Casio analog watches from the same era
Interesting Facts
Timex famously popularized the slogan Takes a licking and keeps on ticking, revolutionizing watch ownership by making reliable timekeeping affordable to the general public during the mid-to-late 20th century.