Vintage Elgin Galaxie Quartz Women's Watch

This is a vintage Elgin Galaxie women's wristwatch featuring a distinctive octagonal-shaped case and a decorative textured finish. The watch possesses a gold-tone metallic casing with a heavily hammered or 'stardust' textured integrated lug area that tapers into a smooth, mesh-style bracelet. The dial is multi-colored, featuring a dark outer track (likely black or navy) with gold-tone baton hour markers, and a square champagne-colored center section. A notable feature is the single clear stone, likely a small diamond or crystal, set at the 12 o'clock position. The dial is marked with 'Galaxie' in script and 'ELGIN QUARTZ' in block lettering. The crystal appears to be flat and fits the octagonal bezel shape. This timepiece likely dates to the late 1970s or 1980s, an era when Elgin transitioned to quartz movements. The condition shows visible wear, including gold-tone plating loss on the crown and edges, and light surface scratches on the metal. The craftsmanship is typical of high-volume mid-century legacy brands moving into the quartz era.