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Gents Zenith Wrist Watch, 1969
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Gents Zenith Wrist Watch, 1969

1940 - 1960
Sold 5 November 2025 · The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
This “Gents Zenith Wrist Watch, 1969” found a buyer.

It was listed by The Vintage Wrist Watch Company. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

Description

Gents Zenith wrist watch, 1969.

The watch has a 17-jewel calibre 2542 hand-winding movement which is working nicely. The calibre 2542 was launched in 1965.

The watch measures 31mm diameter excluding the winding crown and the lugs. The case is gold filled. The front of the case is in good condition, some plate loss to the side of the watch. Stainless steel screw-on case back, signed inside with the Zenith name.

The lens is in good condition, as is the signed dial.

A new leather strap has been fitted.

The watch comes in a new presentation box.

Declaration

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company has dated this Vintage Zenith Wristwatch to the 1960s.

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SA1159926
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Description
Gents Zenith wrist watch, 1969.

The watch has a 17-jewel calibre 2542 hand-winding movement which is working nicely. The calibre 2542 was launched in 1965.

The watch measures 31mm diameter excluding the winding crown and the lugs. The case is gold filled. The front of the case is in good condition, some plate loss to the side of the watch. Stainless steel screw-on case back, signed inside with the Zenith name.

The lens is in good condition, as is the signed dial.

A new leather strap has been fitted.

The watch comes in a new presentation box.

Date of Manufacture

The Vintage Wrist Watch Company has dated this Vintage Zenith Wristwatch to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1159926
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2011

Specialists in antique and vintage wrist watches and pocket watches

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A vintage Zenith wristwatch featuring a round white dial with black numerals, gold-plated case, and a black leather strap. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A vintage Zenith wristwatch featuring a round white dial with black numerals, gold-plated case, and a black leather strap. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Gents Zenith Wrist Watch, 1969

Archive II A vintage Zenith wristwatch featuring a round white dial with black numerals, gold-plated case, and a black leather strap. View II
Archive III A vintage Zenith wristwatch featuring a round white dial with black numerals, gold-plated case, and a black leather strap. View III
Archive IV A vintage Zenith wristwatch featuring a round white dial with black numerals, gold-plated case, and a black leather strap. View IV
Archive V A vintage Zenith wristwatch featuring a round white dial with black numerals, gold-plated case, and a black leather strap. View V
Archive VI A vintage Zenith wristwatch featuring a round white dial with black numerals, gold-plated case, and a black leather strap. View VI
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Worcestershire
United Kingdom
Verified Since Jul 2011
Items For Sale 250
Items Sold 6,698
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
The Vintage Wrist Watch Company
Verified Since Jul 2011
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Location: Worcestershire, United Kingdom
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A vintage Zenith wristwatch featuring a round white dial with black numerals, gold-plated case, and a black leather strap.
Gents Zenith wrist watch, 1969
Ref: SA1159926
A vintage Zenith wristwatch featuring a round white dial with black numerals, gold-plated case, and a black leather strap.
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  • ObjectWristwatches
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialGold-plated metal, Leather, Glass
  • ColourBlack and Gold
  • MotifsArabic numerals, Round case, Sub-seconds dial, Leather strap

Mid-century Zenith wristwatches typically feature minimalist dials, clean typographic numerals, and slender gold-plated or solid gold cases designed for formal or dress wear.

These timepieces commonly utilised gold-plated or stainless steel cases, acrylic crystals, enamel or metal dials, and genuine leather straps fitted with metal buckles.

Authenticity is verified by examining the signed dial, the movement calibre stamped with the Zenith branding and serial numbers, and hallmarked case interiors matching official manufacturer records.

A vintage timepiece can be paired with modern leather goods and minimalist jewellery to add understated historical character and refined elegance to a modern wardrobe.

Vintage watches require regular mechanical servicing every few to several years, protection from moisture and magnetic fields, and careful manual winding to maintain optimal internal function.
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