1990 Seiko Ladies Quartz Roman Numerals Ref. 001272
1990 Seiko Ladies Quartz Roman Numerals Ref. 001272
Reference Number: 001272
Manufactured Date: 1990
This vintage Seiko ladies' quartz watch combines classic dress-watch styling with a distinctive Roman numeral dial. Its polished white dial features elegant black hands, a traditional chapter ring, and a clean two-hand design, all framed by a gently rounded gold-tone case. The compact proportions, sculpted lugs, and slim profile give the watch a refined appearance, while the black woven nylon strap provides a subtle contrast to the warm gold finish. Powered by Seiko's Japanese quartz technology, this understated timepiece offers an attractive combination of simplicity, precision, and vintage character.
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Sizing
Sizing
Case: 25.5mm
Dial: 21.25mm
Lug-to-Lug: 30mm
Thickness: 5.25mm
Strap: 18.1cm
Strap Style: Nylon NATO with Pin Buckle
Timekeeping
Timekeeping
Watch Type: Quartz Analog
Watch Movement: 1N00
Watch Complications:
- None
Movement Caliber: Seiko Quartz
Watch Lume: None
Watch Night Light: None
Color & Finishing
Color & Finishing
Case: Gold
Dial: White
Strap: Black
Research & Restoration
Research & Restoration
Caseback Style: Snapback
Restoration Thoughts / Notes:
- A Roman Numeral Dial with Classical Influences - The watch's Roman numeral chapter ring references centuries of European clockmaking and traditional dress-watch design, creating an elegant contrast with its Japanese quartz movement. Its unusual typography features elongated, closely spaced numerals arranged around a recessed-looking central dial, giving the watch a distinctive architectural quality without requiring additional ornamentation.
- Seiko's Miniature 1N00 Quartz Movement - The caseback identifies the movement as Seiko's caliber 1N00, a compact Japanese quartz movement designed for smaller analog wristwatches. Its two-hand configuration eliminates the running seconds hand, allowing the dial to maintain a particularly clean, symmetrical appearance. Seiko's use of compact quartz calibers helped make slim, lightweight ladies' watches practical and accessible without the frequent winding required by mechanical alternatives.
- Elegant Two-Hand Design - Unlike conventional three-hand watches, this Seiko features a minimalist two-hand configuration that displays only the hours and minutes. By eliminating the seconds hand, the watch maintains a clean, uncluttered appearance that complements its delicate Roman numeral dial and gold-tone case.
Original Catalogue Description: N/A
Original Wholesale Price (1990): N/A
Original Retail Price (1990): N/A
