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Vintage 1940s Gruen 14K Yellow Gold Tank Style Watch
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A refined 1940s Gruen dress watch, featuring a 22x25mm 14K yellow gold tank-style case with elegant fancy extended lugs, embodying the sophistication of the era. The silver dial is accented with gold stick and diamond markers, along with a sub-dial for seconds, adding to its vintage charm. Powered by a manual wind 17-jewel Gruen Caliber 430 movement, this timepiece reflects the brand’s legacy of precision watchmaking. A stunning collectible piece for enthusiasts of Art Deco and mid-century design.
Brand: Gruen
Model: Tank Style Dress Watch
Year: 1940s
Case: 14K Yellow Gold, 22x25mm, Rectangular with Fancy Extended Lugs
Dial: Silver with Gold Stick and Diamond Markers, Sub-Dial for Seconds
Crystal: Acrylic
Movement: Manual Wind, Gruen Caliber 430, 17-Jewel
Reference Number: 430.666
Case Number: V99866
Bracelet: Leather Strap with Gold-Tone Buckle
Condition: Vintage, Very Good – Recently Serviced, Includes 2-Year Warranty
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- Strap Material:Leather
- Case Shape:Rectangle
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- Case Dimensions:Height: 0.99 in (25 mm)Width: 0.87 in (22 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Unknown
- Condition:Repaired: Recently Serviced, Includes 2-Year Warranty. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: 11-63-99991stDibs: LU4032226575822
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This is a "vault find" watch, it has been locked up for nearly 50 years, which means it needs a service. We will give it a factory quality service by our finest watchmaker as part of the purchase price before it is shipped out to you. This will delay shipping for a few days of course.
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