The famed Japanese watch company Seiko traces its roots back to a watch and jewelry shop that first opened in 1881 in Tokyo’s Ginza district. Seiko can mean either exquisite or success in Japanese, two words that the brand continues to embody to this day. Offering a dynamic range of timepieces at a variety of price-points, Seiko offers something for everyone.

In this minimalist masterpiece we witness the quiet beauty of simplified design goals and sleek, clean lines. The “Snowflake” patterned white dial celebrates the ephemeral beauty of snow, but not just any snow, Grand Seiko here specifically references snow from the gorgeous Shinshu area of Japan.

Note how the tempered blue seconds hand is prominent against the white dial. Applied stick hour markers add an element of solemn style and there is a date window conveniently located at 3. The minute track in black tidily ties everything together.

The stainless steel case measures a comfortable 28.9 mm in diameter, a slim 8.7 mm in height, and rests upon a stainless steel bracelet with a triple-folding clasp. Additional case features include a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, a solid case back, a 100 m / 10 atm water resistance, and a push / pull winding crown.

In the engine room we encounter the 4J52 quartz caliber, which possesses seven jewels and sports a handy magnetic resistance to 4,800 A/m.

From its gorgeous celebration of snow to its reputation for dependability, we believe this Grand Seiko Heritage timepiece for ladies will make a lovely addition to your collection.

Standout feature(s): Gorgeous “Snowflake” dial with attractive tempered blue seconds hand; 100 m / 10 atm water resistance; 4,800 A/m magnetic resistance.

Details at a glance:

• Model Reference: STGF359
• Case Material: Stainless steel
• Case Dimensions: 28.9 mm
• Case Height: 8.7 mm
• Movement: Quartz, 7 jewels
• Caliber: 4J52
• Complication(s) / Feature(s): Standard time, date, central seconds
• Dial: White patterned “Snowflake” design
• Crystal: Scratch-resistant sapphire
• Winding Crown: Push / pull
• Water-resistance: 100 m / 10 atm
• Band: Stainless steel bracelet
• Clasp: Double-folding with safety release clasp
• Country of Origin: Japan
• Retail Value: $2,500
• Condition: Pre-owned in very good condition; the watch has been very lightly polished to preserve original finish; tested for all functionalities
• Comments: Includes a gift box