Seiko Crown 572990 (1964)

Now available at auction from Second Vintage This classic vintage Seiko dress watch from 1964 features a beautifully preserved silver sunburst dial and elegant proportions. Powered by the manual-winding Seikosha caliber 560, it represents a well-regarded production model from Seiko's mid-century lineup, offering strong visual character and impressive mechanical performance. Brand: Seiko Model: Crown Reference Number: 572990 Serial Number: 4313135 Movement: Manual-winding Seikosha Caliber 560, 21 jewels, 18,000 bph Dial: Silver sunburst with applied gold-tone indices Case Size: 37 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-tone Production Year: 1964 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -3-6s/day, performing remarkably well. Dial and Hands The silver sunburst dial is exceptionally clean and attractive, showing no significant spotting or moisture damage. Its applied gold-tone indices remain bright, and all printed text is crisp and fully intact. The gold-tone dauphine hands maintain their original appearance with minor aging, displaying light surface oxidation and micro-scratches visible under magnification. Case and Crystal The 37 mm gold-tone case displays honest wear consistent with age, retaining generally well-defined geometry. Visible scratches and handling marks are present throughout, along with notable plating wear on the lug edges and the case underside. The thin gold-tone bezel shows scratches and minor plating wear. The watch is fitted with an unsigned knurled crown that exhibits visible plating wear on its outer face. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial and remains clear with no major scratches, cracks, or crazing visible. Movement Inside is the manual-winding Seikosha caliber 560, a 21-jewel movement operating at 18,000 beats per hour. The plates and bridges are generally clean, showing some minor surface scratches but no heavy corrosion or oxidation. The movement bears Seikosha and caliber engravings. Recording -3-6s/day on the timegrapher. Exhibiting remarkable accuracy and consistency, performing brilliantly for a vintage timepiece. Strap The watch is fitted with a modern black leather strap featuring yellow contrast stitching. It appears to be in near-new condition with minimal wear. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial is excellently preserved and highly attractive, while the hands show appropriate minor aging. The gold-tone case and bezel display honest wear, including visible scratches and plating loss on the lug edges, case underside, and crown. The movement is clean and, supported by the timegrapher data, is performing with remarkable accuracy. Dimensions The case size is 37 mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Seiko Crown offers an exceptionally clean dial and classic gold-tone dauphine hands. With its elegant vintage dress watch proportions and a strong-running Seikosha movement, it is a highly capable and attractive mid-century timepiece. History Introduced in 1959, the Seiko Crown was designed to succeed the Marvel as the brand's premier luxury watch. This 1964 example represents a standard and well-regarded production model from Seiko's mid-century lineup. Driven by the respected manual-winding Seikosha caliber 560, the Crown series helped establish the design language and mechanical reliability that would define Seiko's dress watches throughout the ensuing decades. Payment and Shipping Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase. Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind. We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination. Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age. We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description. The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use. If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you. As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-CJX-0024