Overview
A robust two-tone sports watch from Bulova's celebrated Marine Star collection, featuring an early light-powered solar movement.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Bulova Marine Star Solar Diver-Style Watch, c. 1998
Photo reference
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Story
The late 1990s saw a fierce technological race to eliminate the watch battery, and this 'Solar' model was Bulova's answer to the eco-conscious consumer.
Maker / Origin
Founded by Joseph Bulova in 1875, the company became a titan of American industry, famously airing the world's first television commercial in 1941.
Condition & Value
The watch shows honest signs of wear consistent with a daily wearer, particularly some thinning of the gold-tone plating on the bezel and bracelet. Value is driven by the 'Solar' designation, which is less common than standard quartz Marine Stars.
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