Overview
A classic 1970s cushion-case wristwatch featuring the pioneering Calibre 2030 quartz movement. This piece represents the era when Swiss watchmakers fought back against the 'Quartz Crisis' with high-tech…
Preliminary identification
Tissot Seastar Quartz with Calibre 2030 Movement
Photo reference
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Story
In 1977, the Swiss watch industry was in a fight for its life against cheap, mass-produced electronics from overseas. Tissot responded by creating the Calibre 2030, a movement that was remarkably over-engineered and featured a unique, almost playful way of setting the time.
Maker / Origin
Founded in 1853 in the Jura Mountains, Tissot has a legacy of 'firsts,' including the first mass-produced pocket watch and the first non-magnetic watch.
Condition & Value
The gold plating shows honest wear and 'brassing' on the sharp edges of the lugs, consistent with decades of use. The dial and hands appear to be in excellent, clean condition. The movement looks remarkably clean with no signs of battery leakage, though its functionality must be confirmed.
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Market Analysis
Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Value Drivers
- ▲ Strong maker attribution with credible period details
- ▲ Better-than-average condition for the category
- ▲ Broader demand rises when presentation and finish feel intact
Concerns
- ▼ Decorative-only demand limits the ceiling
- ▼ Surface wear or missing provenance can compress the range fast
- ▼ Regional sale lanes often underperform specialist venues
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Comparable Sales
5 compsRegional auction
· Jun 2024Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
$1,280
SOLD
Dealer archive
· Mar 2024Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
$1,450
SOLD
Marketplace sale
· Jan 2024Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
$980
SOLD
Estate platform
· Oct 2023Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
$1,150
SOLD
Auction result
· Aug 2023Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.
$1,375
SOLD