For sale is an absolute stunner and a fantastic find: a vintage Enicar ladies' bracelet watch that blurs the line between horology and mid-century modern art. Dating back to the late 1960s to early 1970s, this manual wind timepiece perfectly captures the bold geometric shapes and high fashion of the era, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of wearable history.
This exceptional watch features large, interlocking oval links with striking negative space, quintessential of Mod and Space Age design. The outer rings of the ovals boast a beautiful hammered-gold, "bark-like" texture, reflecting the Brutalist jewelry movement that favored raw, highly textured finishes over smooth polish. Because the dial is so diminutive and seamlessly integrated into the links, it functions primarily as a statement bracelet—a stylish "secret" watch. The dial itself bears the "Star Jewels" designation. Far from being just a catchy name, this was Enicar's ingenious 1960s marketing term for a highly advanced Swiss technology known as epilamising—a proprietary chemical coating and oiling process for the escapement that kept oil precisely where it needed to be, extending the life of the movement and dramatically reducing maintenance. Powered by a dependable manual wind mechanical movement, this exquisite piece will fit snugly on a 6.25-inch wrist.
Key Features:
Brand: Enicar
Era: Late 1960s / Early 1970s
Bracelet/Case Style: Brutalist hammered-gold texture with Mod geometric interlocking ovals
Dial: Diminutive, integrated dial featuring the "Star Jewels" designation
Movement: Manual Wind Mechanical
Fit: Fits snugly on a 6.25-inch wrist
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, functioning perfectly as both a precision timepiece and high-fashion jewelry.
Why Collectors Love It: Enicar, founded in 1914 by Ariste Racine, boasts a massive cult following among vintage watch collectors for its robust movements and adventurous spirit. While their sports watches are highly prized, Enicar's ladies' jewelry watches are currently experiencing a massive renaissance. The market has pivoted back to elegant, diminutive dials paired with ornate, statement-making bracelets, making this piece highly desirable. You rarely see the same Enicar bracelet watch twice. The combination of its Brutalist and Mod aesthetics, coupled with the genuine horological innovation of the "Star Jewels" movement, elevates this far above standard fashion jewelry. It is the ultimate crossover piece for the fashion-forward collector who wants a precision Swiss watch that doubles as a conversation starter.
Return Policy All watch purchases from Arrows Vintage Watches include a 48-hour return window. If you’re not fully satisfied, you may return the watch at your expense using the same insured shipping method it was sent with, and in the same condition it was received. Once the watch is returned and inspected, refunds will be issued within 7 days via the original payment method.
All returns and cancellations will be charged a restocking fee around 3% of the total item price. This is the cost of using a payment processor on the site.
For sale is an absolute stunner and a fantastic find: a vintage Enicar ladies' bracelet watch that blurs the line between horology and mid-century modern art. Dating back to the late 1960s to early 1970s, this manual wind timepiece perfectly captures the bold geometric shapes and high fashion of the era, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of wearable history.
This exceptional watch features large, interlocking oval links with striking negative space, quintessential of Mod and Space Age design. The outer rings of the ovals boast a beautiful hammered-gold, "bark-like" texture, reflecting the Brutalist jewelry movement that favored raw, highly textured finishes over smooth polish. Because the dial is so diminutive and seamlessly integrated into the links, it functions primarily as a statement bracelet—a stylish "secret" watch. The dial itself bears the "Star Jewels" designation. Far from being just a catchy name, this was Enicar's ingenious 1960s marketing term for a highly advanced Swiss technology known as epilamising—a proprietary chemical coating and oiling process for the escapement that kept oil precisely where it needed to be, extending the life of the movement and dramatically reducing maintenance. Powered by a dependable manual wind mechanical movement, this exquisite piece will fit snugly on a 6.25-inch wrist.
Key Features:
Brand: Enicar
Era: Late 1960s / Early 1970s
Bracelet/Case Style: Brutalist hammered-gold texture with Mod geometric interlocking ovals
Dial: Diminutive, integrated dial featuring the "Star Jewels" designation
Movement: Manual Wind Mechanical
Fit: Fits snugly on a 6.25-inch wrist
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, functioning perfectly as both a precision timepiece and high-fashion jewelry.
Why Collectors Love It: Enicar, founded in 1914 by Ariste Racine, boasts a massive cult following among vintage watch collectors for its robust movements and adventurous spirit. While their sports watches are highly prized, Enicar's ladies' jewelry watches are currently experiencing a massive renaissance. The market has pivoted back to elegant, diminutive dials paired with ornate, statement-making bracelets, making this piece highly desirable. You rarely see the same Enicar bracelet watch twice. The combination of its Brutalist and Mod aesthetics, coupled with the genuine horological innovation of the "Star Jewels" movement, elevates this far above standard fashion jewelry. It is the ultimate crossover piece for the fashion-forward collector who wants a precision Swiss watch that doubles as a conversation starter.
Return Policy All watch purchases from Arrows Vintage Watches include a 48-hour return window. If you’re not fully satisfied, you may return the watch at your expense using the same insured shipping method it was sent with, and in the same condition it was received. Once the watch is returned and inspected, refunds will be issued within 7 days via the original payment method.
All returns and cancellations will be charged a restocking fee around 3% of the total item price. This is the cost of using a payment processor on the site.
