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Seiko Exceline Intricate Beaded Case Mother of Pearl Dial Women's Watch
Seiko Exceline Intricate Beaded Case Mother of Pearl Dial Women's Watch
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Watch diameter: 23.3mm (medium)Pictured on a 15cm circumference wrist |
Max. wrist circumference: 18.5cmLeather strap |
Intricate, sculpted, and quietly luminous, this Seiko Exceline is defined by its case. A finely detailed border of rounded bead like forms wraps the dial, catching light from every angle and giving the watch a jewellery like presence before you even read the time. It feels deliberate and tactile, almost as if the case has been set rather than formed, elevating the entire piece beyond a conventional dress watch.
The design sits within a transitional period of the early to mid 1980s, where classical ornament began to be refined into more controlled, wearable forms. The case draws directly from jewellery techniques, echoing granulation and beaded relief work, where surface texture is built through repetition rather than engraving or excess mass. This is balanced by a restrained dial, Roman numerals, open spacing, and a fine inner track, allowing the ornamentation to remain contained at the perimeter.
Pieces like these are truly unique, and always pleases the eye.
Birth year: 1986
Design features:
- Size: medium
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Dial: Luminous pearl dial that catches light and reflects it in different ways.
- Stylized Roman numerals on the 12, 3, 6, and 9.
- Hour tracks linking the Roman numerals
- Highly polished leaf hands in gold tone with no seconds hand achieving a clean appearance.
- Case: Golden intricate beaded case with granulated style detailing.
- Glass: Sapphire scratch resistant flat glass
- Crown: Gold tone ribbed crown with a black stone.
- Strap & buckle: New aftermarket buckle & top grain leather strap
- Battery powered
Wear Occasion:
- Smart casual & office wear
- Everyday casual elegance
- Fancy lunch companion 🍽️
- Statement piece 🏛️
Condition🚨
Overall: Excellent condition
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- Strap/bracelet: Excellent condition
- Case: Excellent condition
- Glass: Excellent condition
- Crown: Excellent condition
- Dial: Excellent condition
More details:
- Case shape: round
- Power: battery
- Crystal: flat glass
- Movement: SEIKO quartz
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Brand | Seiko |
| Model Name | Exceline |
| Reference Number | 1220-0070 |
| Era | 1980s |
| Movement Caliber | Seiko 1220 Quartz |
| Battery Type | SR612SW |
| Case Material | Gold plated 30 microns |
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Important Notes
Gentle Care & Handling
For gentle wear and long-term care, view our
Watch Care Guide.
Gilded Hour Assurance
All watches are curated second hand timepieces, in confirmed working condition and sold as is. Long term accuracy cannot be guaranteed, but each watch is tested for at least 72 hours prior to dispatch.
All pieces leave our studio in running condition. Very rarely, a vintage movement may be affected during transit due to vibration or rough freight handling. This is an inherent characteristic of vintage timepieces and is outside our direct control.
Expect imperfections as description is made as accurate as possible but is not always 100% accurate. Be sure to check all photos.
We do not generally accept returns, or cancellations. But we will always strive to help you on a case by case basis. For more information, please head to our policy page.
The Gilded Hour is a NZ based collection of curated ladies watches.

