Quartz Watches

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Quartz Watches

From early quartz to the Apple watch, 90 ingenious electric watches explored: a beautiful Christmas present for watch lovers

Watches Antiques, vintage and collectables: jewellery Antiques, vintage and collectables: clothing and accessories

Author: Clément Mazarian

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Language: English

Published by: Mitchell Beazley

Published on: 9th October 2025

Format: LCP-protected ePub

ISBN: 9781840919684


Beginning with the very first electric watches, all the way up to the Apple watch, via Swiss quartz, Japanese innovations and much more, Quartz Watches will transport you through time, uncovering the histories behind the most coveted electric watch models.

Illustrated technical pages clearly explain the mechanics of these timepieces, while profiles of the watches give readers insight into their cultural histories. Quartz Watches is a treasure trove for collectors and enthusiasts alike.

Featured models include:

  • Bulova Accutron
  • Hamilton 500
  • Omega Electroquartz
  • Seiko Quartz Diver's
  • Casio G-Shock
  • Swatch Moonswatch
  • Louis Vuitton Monterey I

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