Seiko Venus – Diashock 17 Jewels – Hand-wound ladies' wristwatch (November 1965)

Rare rectangular Seiko Venus Diashock 17 Jewels , manufactured in the mid-1960s.
This elegant ladies' model combines the geometric design language of early post-war modernism with Seiko's technical precision and fine hand-wound movement.

Historical background

The Seiko Venus series was launched in the early 1960s as an elegant dress watch collection for women. It was characterized by finely gold-plated cases, clean lines, and the use of the proven Diashock shock protection system .
The name “Venus” deliberately alluded to Western design ideals and the increasing export of Japanese watches, while the movement used was entirely designed and assembled in Japan.

The example shown here (serial number 5N02401 ) was produced in 1965 and bears the engraving “EGP – 20 Microns – Back Steel” on the case back, indicating the high-quality gold plating and stainless steel case back. The rectangular, hand-wound movement used exhibits the fine finishing of that era, with 17 jewels and robust mechanics.

Technical features

• Model: Seiko Venus – Diashock 17 Jewels
• Caliber: mechanical hand-wound movement (17 jewels, Diashock)
• Origin: Japan (ca. 1961)
• Case: gold-plated (EGP 20 microns) with stainless steel back
• Shape: rectangular
• Case dimensions: 27.5 × 14.8 mm
• Lug-to-lug: 34.6 mm
• Height: 7.3 mm
• Lug width: 11 mm
• Weight: approx. 13 g (including wristband)
• Dial: silver-colored with gold-plated baton indices and hands
• Crown: original Seiko crown with “S” signature
• Condition: good used condition, slight patina, functional

bracelet

The watch features a high-quality Japanese genuine leather strap made of Italian calfskin , in dark brown (茶) color, with a fine alligator embossing and a water-repellent ("防水") special coating.
The strap is from Maruman , a leading Japanese manufacturer.

Description

This Seiko Venus embodies Japanese elegance of the early 1960s:
A rectangular, finely gold-plated case, a minimalist dial with clear typography and the precise hand-wound movement combine to form a harmonious composition.

The model was worn in Japan as a high-quality everyday and formal watch and is now considered a stylish collector's item that documents Seiko's transition from functional watchmaking to classic design.

Collector's value and significance

Rectangular Seiko Venus models are now rare, especially in good original condition with original crown and functioning hand-wound movement.
They are considered aesthetically appealing representatives of Japanese mid-century watchmaking – discreet, technically sound and charmingly proportioned.

Warranty (used)

This is a used item. The limitation period for claims based on defects (statutory warranty) is 12 months from delivery.

Notice

Since this is a used watch, water resistance cannot be guaranteed.
To protect the clock mechanism, the clock should not come into contact with water or moisture.