Preziosa Men's Tank-Style Wristwatch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
c. 1990
This Preziosa wristwatch features a rectangular case constructed from solid 585 yellow gold, measuring 5 x 24 x 35 mm. It is styled in the classic Tank aesthetic, characterized by an extra-slim profile.
The watch is powered by a Swiss-made quartz movement, specifically the ETA caliber 256.041, which utilizes six jewels. The gold-tone dial is appointed with applied baton indices and a Roman numeral twelve, paired with slender gold-tone hands. A date display window is positioned at six o'clock. The timepiece is finished with a lizard leather strap. The total weight of the watch, including the strap, is approximately 23.3 grams.
The auction house reports that the case back is hallmarked and confirms that the movement is currently running. The timepiece is dated by the auction source to circa 1990.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Tank-style quartz wristwatch
- Strap
- Lizard leather
- Material
- 585 yellow gold
- Movement
- ETA 256.041 quartz
- Condition
- Very good
- Total weight
- 23.3 grams
- Place recorded
- Germany
- Case dimensions
- 5 x 24 x 35 mm
- Maker / attribution
- Preziosa
Design
- Visible features
- • Rectangular yellow gold case • Gold-tone dial with baton indices • Date window at the 6 o'clock position • Brown lizard leather strap
- Case and Dial Construction
- The watch features a rectangular case crafted from 585 yellow gold, which contributes to an extra-slim profile. The design is described as being in a classic Tank style. The case back is confirmed to be hallmarked, signifying its gold content. The dial is gold-toned and features applied baton indices for the hour markers, with a Roman numeral XII positioned at the top. The time is indicated by slender gold-tone hands. A date aperture is located at the 6 o'clock position. The auction report identifies minimal discoloration on the dial surface above the 12 o'clock position.
- Dimensions and Wearability
- The watch has physical dimensions of 5 mm in height, 24 mm in width, and 35 mm in length. These proportions define its appearance as an extra-slim men's wristwatch. The total weight of the object, including its strap, is recorded at 23.3 grams. The watch is fitted with a lizard leather strap that measures 22 cm in length. The condition of the watch is noted as being in very good state, adjusted for its age.
- Movement and Functionality
- This timepiece is powered by a Swiss quartz movement identified as caliber ETA 256.041. The movement is constructed with six jewels. The watch includes a date function integrated into the dial. The auction report provides confirmation that the movement is functional and currently running.
Identification
- Reference
- ETA 256.041
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: The source does not specify the origin of the Preziosa brand.
- Research required: The source notes minimal discoloration above the 12 o'clock position.