Swatch 'Shining' Wrist Watch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1994
This quartz wristwatch, identified as the 'Shining' model (reference PWK 191) by Swatch SA, was produced in Switzerland in 1994. It belongs to the Pop Swatch collection, a range launched by the company as an accessible alternative to traditional timepieces.
The design features a transparent, clear acrylic case that exposes the internal quartz movement components, including the battery and circuitry. The dial includes orange markers and prominent hands. It is paired with a distinctive iridescent purple and blue cloth-covered leather strap. As a piece within the museum's collection, it was acquired as part of a group of 91 watches from the spring/summer 1994 release. The watch measures 24 cm in length, 4.8 cm in width, and 1.3 cm in height.
The underside of the case displays stamped markings, while the strap indicates it was manufactured in France.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Type
- Quartz wristwatch
- Model Name
- Shining
- Manufacturer
- Swatch SA
- Movement Type
- Quartz
- Place recorded
- Switzerland
- Strap Material
- Leather with fabric covering
- Model Reference
- PWK 191
- Case Description
- Clear acrylic
- Maker / attribution
- Swatch SA
- Registration Number
- ST 42067
- Place of Manufacture
- Switzerland
Design
- Visible features
- • Transparent acrylic case showing internal movement components • Iridescent purple and blue fabric surface on strap • Orange dial markers with contrasting red and neon hands • Pop Swatch branding present on both the dial and case back
- Case and Aesthetic Design
- The watch features a transparent clear acrylic case, which leaves the internal mechanical components visible to the wearer. This design choice aligns with the stylistic parameters of the Pop Swatch series, which sought to deviate from traditional watch aesthetics by focusing on high-visibility, synthetic materials. The dial is minimalist in its layout, featuring small orange dot markers and brightly colored hands that provide high contrast against the exposed movement. The strap is a primary design element of this model, consisting of an iridescent fabric in shades of purple and blue applied over a leather base. According to the internal markings, this strap was manufactured in France, distinguishing its production origin from the main watch head assembly. The overall dimensions of the watch include a length of 24 cm and a width of 4.8 cm, consistent with the proportions of the Pop Swatch range.
- Movement and Functionality
- The timepiece is driven by a quartz movement. The movement is visible through the clear case, allowing for the direct observation of the battery and integrated circuit components. This watch was designed as part of the broader Swatch concept, which was established in 1983.
- Provenance and Identification
- This watch is registered as accession number ST 42067 in the museum's collection. It was obtained as one of 91 pieces purchased from the Swatch spring/summer 1994 collection. The model is specifically identified as the 'Shining', referenced by the code PWK 191. Documentation accompanying the object notes that the rear of the case is stamped with the number '3' and the name 'Popswatch'. This marking provides confirmation of the model series and aids in verifying the specific watch within the context of the manufacturer's 1994 catalog.
Identification
- Reference
- PWK 191
- 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 exact materials of the internal movement components are not specified
- Research required: The long-term condition of the transparent acrylic plastic is not detailed beyond visual appearance