Tiffany & Co. Classic Round Date (Ref. 12942475 / M0110)
Dress Watch · Tiffany & Co. (Independent American luxury retailer with Swiss-manufactured components). Tier: Luxury Jewelry/Lifestyle.
Period: Modern Luxury (1990s-2010s). The design features Neo-Classical indicators such as the double-track sector dial and Roman numerals.
Type
Dress Watch
Brand
Tiffany & Co. (Independent American luxury retailer with Swiss-manufactured components). Tier: Luxury Jewelry/Lifestyle.
Movement
Swiss Quartz Movement (typically ETA based). Battery powered, 7 jewels, high precision.
Dimensions
33mm to 35mm diameter; 6mm thickness; 38mm-40mm lug-to-lug; 18mm lug width.
Description
A quintessential entry-level luxury dress watch, this Tiffany & Co. timepiece emphasizes understated elegance. Its thin profile and monochrome palette make it a versatile accessory for formal wear.
Key Features
Triple-branded 'Swiss Made' dial, sector-style layout, and signature Roman numerals that mirror Tiffany's corporate clock designs.
Dial Description
White lacquered dial with a central recessed circle; printed black Roman numeral indices and a perimeter minute track; black leaf-style hands; date window at 3 o'clock.
Case Material
Stainless Steel with a high-polish finish throughout the bezel, lugs, and case sides.
Crystal Type
Flat Sapphire crystal with interior anti-reflective coating; currently appears in good condition.
Bezel Details
Fixed, slender polished stainless steel bezel with a rounded profile.
Crown & Pushers
Small, knurled push-pull crown; unsigned or with a simple 'T' engraving (model dependent).
Bracelet or Strap
Black smooth leather strap with matching stitching and a standard stainless steel tang buckle.
Caseback Details
Solid screw-down caseback in stainless steel, typically featuring Tiffany & Co. logo and serial number engravings.
Movement Type
Swiss Quartz Movement (typically ETA based). Battery powered, 7 jewels, high precision.
Water Resistance
30 Meters (3 ATM); Splash proof only. Not suitable for swimming or showering.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made; manufactured in Switzerland for the American retailer Tiffany & Co.
Age Estimate
Circa 1995-2005 based on the dial typography and movement choice.
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'Blue Box' luxury status; popularized as a quintessential graduation or wedding gift in the late 20th century.
Condition Notes
Good condition. The case shows minor surface micro-marring; the strap shows moderate creasing near the 12 o'clock side.
Value Estimate
$400 - $750 USD (Pre-owned). Value is highest when accompanied by original Tiffany Blue box and papers.
Care & Maintenance
Battery replacement every 2-3 years; avoid water immersion; leather strap replacement every 1-2 years.
Similar Watches
Cartier Ronde Solo (Quartz), Longines Elegant Collection, Baume & Mercier Classima.
Interesting Facts
While Tiffany & Co. is a jeweler, they have a horological history dating back to 1847 and were Patek Philippe's first US distributor.