Cenere Watch Appraisal

Cenere Quartz Wristwatch with Multi-Bar Band

The item is a women's wristwatch featuring a minimalist and possibly Art Deco-inspired design. The watch has a small, circular, silver-toned metal case, which appears to be polished. The watch face is white, indicating a clean and simple aesthetic, with hour markers visible, including a prominent '12' numeral at the top. The brand name "CENERE" is clearly printed on the upper half of the face, above "QUARTZ" which suggests it is a battery-powered, quartz movement watch. Below "QUARTZ" appear to be very small markings that might indicate "JAPAN MOVT" or similar country of origin. The watch features slender, silver-toned baton hands for hours and minutes, and a fine seconds hand. The most distinctive feature of this watch is its band, which is composed of multiple parallel, slender metal bars, possibly four on each side of the watch case. These bars are arranged in a slightly arched or curved fashion, connecting directly to the watch case without traditional lugs. The band's construction gives it a semi-rigid or cuff-like appearance, departing from typical link or strap designs. The metallic elements of the watch, including the case and band, show some signs of wear such as minor scratches and smudges, consistent with regular use. There are no obvious signs of significant damage like dents or breaks. The overall quality appears to be consumer-grade rather than luxury, but the craftsmanship of the band is unique. The style suggests it could be from the late 20th century, possibly 1980s or 1990s, given the quartz movement and minimalist design trends.