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Rare Vintage Alba Quartz V253-5000 Men’s Watch JDM 1980s

■ STATUS: SOLD
THIS TIMEPIECE HAS FOUND A NEW HOME
LAST PRICE
$110.00
BRAND:
Alba
UNIT CONDITION:
Pre-owned - Excellent
► SELLER'S DESCRIPTION
Up for sale is a rare vintage Alba Quartz men’s wristwatch, reference V253-5000, produced for the Japan Domestic Market (JDM) in the 1980s. This model is distinguished by its minimalist square case design and a unique small seconds counter displayed within a triangular marker at 6 o’clock—a quirky and collectible feature that makes this watch stand out from other vintage quartz models of its era. The watch is in full working condition with all features and functions operating properly. It is currently fitted with a black leather strap that appears to be aftermarket. Cosmetically, the watch is in near mint physical condition, showing only minimal handling wear. Please review the photos carefully, as they best describe its actual physical condition. Key Details: • Brand: Alba (by Seiko) • Model: V253-5000 • Movement: Quartz • Case Material: Base metal bezel / stainless steel back • Era: 1980s • Origin: Japan Domestic Market (JDM) • Features: Time display with unique small seconds counter • Strap: Black leather (aftermarket) • Condition: Near mint; full working order A rare and highly collectible Alba watch with an eye-catching design, perfect for fans of vintage JDM pieces or collectors seeking uncommon quartz models from the 1980s. Ships carefully. Feel free to message me with any questions.

► ARCHIVE FILE: ALBA — BRAND HISTORY

Alba is Seiko's other answer to the 1970s upheaval it had itself created. Seiko launched the brand in 1979 as a youth-oriented value line, a name taken from the word for dawn, slotted beneath Seiko proper just as Pulsar, acquired in 1978, served the same role in export markets. Alba watches were designed and built within the Seiko group, using its quartz calibers and factories, but were sold almost exclusively in Japan and Southeast Asia, which is why most of the world has never seen one in a shop window.

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