Film Anniversary Watch Appraisal

The Wizard of Oz 70th Anniversary Commemorative Wristwatch

This is a rectangular-cased commemorative wristwatch produced to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the 1939 film 'The Wizard of Oz'. The watch features a polished silver-tone metal case with a large crown on the right side. The dial is the primary focal point, displaying a vibrant green background reminiscent of the Emerald City. It features the 'The Wizard of Oz' logo at the top with '70th Anniversary' printed beneath it. The lower third of the dial depicts a full-color image of the main cast: the Cowardly Lion, the Tin Man, Dorothy, the Scarecrow, and the Wicked Witch of the West. Simple dot hour markers are visible at the 12, 3, 6, and 9 positions. The watch is fitted with a bright green faux-crocodile or embossed leather strap with tonal stitching. Given the film's 1939 release, this anniversary edition dates to approximately 2009. The condition appears fair to good, with visible light scratching and scuffing on the metal bezel and some fraying/wear appearing on the edge of the green strap where it meets the lugs. This item is likely a mass-produced collectible rather than a high-end horological piece, but it holds significant value for memorabilia collectors due to the iconic source material and the specific milestone anniversary it represents.