Seiko World Timer Appraisal

Seiko Age of Discovery World Timer Quartz (5T52-6A20)

This is a vintage Seiko 'Age of Discovery' World Timer Quartz wristwatch, likely dating from the early 1990s (produced around 1991-1992 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's voyage). The watch features a stainless steel case with gold-tone accents on the pushers and crown. The white dial is heavily detailed, featuring black Roman numeral hour markers and a world city ring on the outer track including locations like London, Cairo, and Tokyo. It includes three sub-dials: a 24-hour clock at the top, a world time/alarm sub-dial at the bottom, and a small seconds hand on the left. A date window is positioned at the 3 o'clock mark. The watch is powered by the Seiko 5T52 quartz movement. The case exhibits minor surface scratches and light wear consistent with age, particularly on the bezel screws and lugs. The leather strap appears to be a brown textured replacement or aftermarket addition. The crystal shows minor signs of use but no significant deep cracks. The craftsmanship is high, reflecting the specialized collectible nature of the 'Age of Discovery' series, known for its intricate nautical and cartographic design themes.