Seiko Crown 14036 (1959)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage This classic vintage Seiko dress watch from 1959 features an exceptionally clean silver sunburst dial and elegant mid-century proportions. The well-preserved applied faceted indices and dauphine hands make this an attractive example of Japanese mid-century design, offering a beautiful vintage presence on the wrist. Brand: Seiko Model: Crown Diashock Reference Number: 14036 Serial Number: 9019078 Movement: Manual wind, caliber 560 Dial: Silver sunburst with applied faceted indices Case Size: 33 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1959 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: 40s+42s/day, running in operational condition. Dial and Hands The silver sunburst dial is exceptionally clean and well-preserved, showing minimal signs of aging or spotting. It features applied faceted indices and crisp black printing that remain highly defined. The dauphine style hands are equally well preserved, presenting a clean finish with very minor oxidation visible only under magnification. Case and Crystal The 33 millimeter polished stainless steel case displays honest vintage wear, with moderate surface scratches consistent with its age. The lugs retain decent shape and definition. A smooth polished bezel frames the dial, showing light surface scratches consistent with the rest of the case. The watch is fitted with an unsigned knurled crown that shows some wear to the outer edge. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial and remains clear, with no major scratches, crazing, or cracks visible. Movement Inside is the manual wind Seikosha caliber 560, a 19-jewel movement featuring clear engravings that read SEIKOSHA, 19 JEWELS, 560, and F S. The plates show some minor marks and light surface oxidation, while the screw heads are generally clean. Timegrapher results show 40s+42s/day. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch. Strap The watch is paired with a black leather strap featuring white contrast stitching. The strap shows light wear and creasing, providing a casual vintage pairing that suits the mid-century aesthetic perfectly. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial and hands remain exceptionally clean and well-preserved for a timepiece from 1959. The stainless steel case and bezel show honest wear and moderate surface scratches consistent with age, while the lugs retain decent definition. The leather strap is in good wearable condition with light creasing. Dimensions The case measures 33 mm, excluding the crown. Remarks This Seiko Crown offers a beautifully preserved silver sunburst dial and classic mid-century dress watch proportions. Powered by the reliable Seikosha caliber 560, it represents an attractive and honest example of Seiko's late 1950s design language. History The Seiko Crown was introduced in the late 1950s as a premium manual-wind dress watch, playing an important role in the development of the brand's subsequent high-end lines. Featuring elegant mid-century proportions and reliable Seikosha calibers, the Crown set a new standard for Japanese watchmaking during its era. Today, the Crown line remains appreciated by enthusiasts for its clean aesthetics and historical significance within Seiko's mid-century catalog. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-CDX-0001