Homer Quartz Fashion Watch with Tiger's Eye Style Band

Story

The late 1980s ushered in an era of 'power dressing' where accessories were designed to be noticed from across a room. This watch captures that specific cultural obsession with chatoyancy—the cat-eye shimmer found in tiger's eye—which was believed by many at…

Maker / Origin

The 'Homer' brand was part of a wave of private-label manufacturers that utilized reliable Japanese quartz movements to create high-fashion looks for department stores.

Condition & Value

The watch shows significant signs of wear, including heavy oxidation (verdigris) on the lugs and case back, and thinning of the gold-tone plating. The movement is untested and would likely require a new battery and a thorough cleaning to be wearable. The heavy wear to the base metal reduces the value significantly.