SEIKO Lukia ladies watch with striking deep red “sunray” dial
$19.48
$37.79
Description SEIKO vintage quartz watch MADE IN JAPAN “Seiko” (精工) is a Japanese word meaning “precision,” “exquisite workmanship,” or “refined craftsmanship.”It comes from the characters: 精 (sei) – fine, precise, refined 工 (ko) – craft, workmanship Originally, Seiko’s watchmaking division was called Seikosha (精工舎), meaning “House of Precision.”In 1924 the company shortened the name to Seiko, keeping the core meaning. So the brand name literally ties directly to the idea of precision engineering—which is exactly what the company wanted to be known for in its watches. Seiko Lukia line is one of Seiko’s most successful sub-brands, specifically because it broke the mold for what a “woman’s watch” was supposed to be in the 1990s. The Lukia Philosophy When Lukia launched in 1995, most ladies’ watches were designed as “jewelry first” – meaning they were tiny, delicate, and often hard to read. Seiko noticed a shift in Japanese society: women were becoming more financially independent and wanted a watch that was functional, durable, and professional. The Name: LUKIA is an acronym for Lucid, Unison, Keen, Intelligence, and Active. The Look: Early Lukias (like yours) were famous for being slightly larger than traditional ladies’ watches. They used “manly” materials like brushed stainless steel but softened them with rounded case edges and vibrant dial colors (like this deep red). The “Red Dial” Era: Around 1997–2001, the red dial became a signature of the Lukia line. It was meant to evoke the color of lipstick—a symbol of feminine power and maturity in the workplace. Reference: 7N82-0BD0 Model: Seiko LUKIA Production: 1997-2001 Case width: 31mm(with crown) Thickness: 8mm Lug to lug: 34mm LUG WIDTH N/A (integrated bracelet) Movement: 7N82 TYPE Electronic, analogue display Battery Type: SR621SW (also known as a 364) silver oxide battery FUNCTIONS Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Calendar Stainless steel case and bracelet Watch went through a service by a professional watch tech and keeps good time. Comes complete with original integrated stainless steel bracelet. This watch ships from Ukraine with tracking number Modes of payment: PayPal Credit Cards (VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover) We guarantee that the item in this ad looks and works as advertised and offer money back guarantee on this. Seiko lug width matched leather straps: 18mm -19mm - 20mm About the watch factory Seiko Group Corporation (セイコーグループ株式会社, Seikō Gurūpu kabushiki gaisha), commonly known as Seiko, is a Japanese maker of watches, clocks, electronic devices, and semiconductors. Founded in 1881 by Kintarō Hattori in Tokyo, Seiko introduced the world’s first commercial quartz wristwatch in 1969. Seiko is widely known for its wristwatches. Seiko and Rolex are the only two watch companies considered to be vertically integrated. Seiko is able to design and develop all the components of a watch, as well as assemble, adjust, inspect and ship them in-house. Seiko’s mechanical watches consist of approximately 200 parts, and the company has the technology and production facilities to design and manufacture all of these parts internally. Seiko offers one of the widest ranges of watch technologies in the world—quartz, kinetic, solar, mechanical, and Spring Drive—spanning everything from affordable everyday pieces to six-figure haute horlogerie. Over the decades it has launched multiple global brands, including Lorus, Pulsar, and Alba, while elevating its prestige through innovations like Spring Drive, which helped push Seiko into higher-end territory. In the 2010s, Grand Seiko and Credor were separated into fully independent luxury brands, while Seiko’s own global lineup now includes Grand Seiko, King Seiko, Prospex, Astron, Presage, and Seiko 5 Sports, with Credor remaining primarily Japan-focused. Among Seiko’s key lines, Seiko 5 (born in 1963) is the gateway mechanical series known for durability and value; Lord Matic defined 1970s style with faceted crystals and colorful dials; Astron remains Seiko’s flagship GPS-solar tech line; Presage focuses on traditional mechanical craftsmanship with enamel and urushi dials; and Prospex delivers professional-grade dive, field, and pilot watches often embraced by enthusiasts. At the top end, Grand Seiko emphasizes precision, Zaratsu polished design, and movements like Spring Drive, while King Seiko—revived in the 2020s—brings back sharp, elegant 1960s styling with modern calibres. Finally, Credor represents Seiko’s pinnacle of artisanal watchmaking, producing low-volume pieces in precious metals and showcasing Japanese decorative arts and haute complications from the Micro Artist Studio. Beyond watches, Seiko has also produced various electronic devices and, historically, jewelry and eyewear—though those divisions have since shifted to other companies.
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