Vintage Rotary Watch 'Buckingham' 9ct Yellow Gold Case

Key Product Information

• Model & Name: Vintage Rotary “Buckingham” men’s wristwatch — 9 carat yellow-gold case. 

• Case & Material: Solid 9 ct yellow-gold case, offering the warm tone and classic prestige associated with precious-metal timepieces.

• Movement & Jewels: Mechanical movement with 17 jewels, ensuring smooth gear train function and reliable timekeeping — a hallmark of quality vintage horology.

• Complications: Day and date functions, providing practical everyday value alongside classic style.

• Design & Aesthetic: A timeless dress-watch silhouette with understated elegance — ideal for formal occasions or refined daily wear. The gilt gold case and classic dial styling reflect mid-century sophistication.

• Size & Wearability: Typical of vintage dress watches — designed to be slim and elegant on the wrist rather than bulky.

Brand & Heritage Context

Rotary was established in 1895 in Switzerland, later becoming deeply rooted in British culture when the brand relocated operations and distribution to the UK during the 1920s. 

By the mid-20th century, Rotary had built a reputation for producing reliable, attractively styled watches that balanced Swiss craftsmanship with accessible luxury. The “Buckingham” line embodies this tradition — offering a combination of gold-case refinement, practical daily functions (day/date), and mechanical reliability. 

For generations of wearers, Rotary has stood for understated elegance and trustworthiness — qualities that make a vintage 9ct-gold Rotary especially appealing to collectors and connoisseurs of classic wristwatches. 

Condition & Notes on Authenticity

This watch is vintage and second-hand. As with any watch of this era, one should expect signs of wear: minor surface scratches, gentle patina, or slight ageing on the dial or hands. These characteristics — when not excessive — often add to the piece’s charm and provenance.

Every vintage item offered has been inspected for authenticity, ensuring genuine materials and original movement. However, buyers should anticipate that older mechanical watches may require careful maintenance, servicing, and gentle handling to preserve their functioning and appearance over time.

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