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1960s Minerva Val-72 Water-resistant Chronograph Rare "Decimal" Dial (Mint Condition)
| Manufacturer | Minerva |
|---|---|
| Model | Waterproof Chronograph |
| Year of Manufacture | 1960s |
| Reference no. | VD712 |
| Product no. | A-6398 |
| Price |
1960s Minerva SS waterproof chronograph with the famous Valjoux 72, a rare beauty with a decimal dial. The screw-back waterproof case with round pushers has a massive structure unique to Minerva of this era, and the silver dial with a beautiful glossy finish is a gem with a unique look unique to the decimal scale design. It is equipped with the famous Valjoux Cal. 72, which was used by many brands such as Rolex in the same era. The dial shows no signs of ageing, and the non-polished stainless steel case is in excellent condition.
Item details
| Serial no. | 333,*** |
|---|---|
| Caliber | Valjoux-72 |
| Movement no. | --- |
| Movement type | Manual winding |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Case size | 36mm |
| Case type | Screw back Water-resistant |
| Dial | Original |
|---|---|
| Type of Indices | Luminous |
| Belt | Non Original (18mm, between lugs) / GF Type-5 Two-tone |
| Evaluation case | 95％ |
| Evaluation dial | 95％ |
| Evaluation mov | 95％ |
| Condition | 5 |
| Rarity | 4.5 |
Other details
Case: Minor scratches and ageing, but in very good condition with the original shape and volume, and the engravings on the case back and middle case are still intact.
Dial: very clean with no noticeable scratches or stains, although there are some slight age-related changes.
Movement: No problems with winding or chronograph functions. Accuracy is around 40 seconds per day.
Dial: very clean with no noticeable scratches or stains, although there are some slight age-related changes.
Movement: No problems with winding or chronograph functions. Accuracy is around 40 seconds per day.