Vintage S.T. Dupont 199.11.1 Clous de Paris Gold Dial Quartz 32.5mm Watch Box

About this watch

A slim, elegant S.T. Dupont dress watch whose centre dial carries the house's signature "Clous de Paris" (hobnail) pattern in champagne gold, the same micro-pyramid motif made famous on its luxury lighters. The steel outer ring is marked with Roman numerals at XII, III, VI and IX and applied dot markers, with slim dark hands.

The 32.5mm stainless-steel case is just 5mm thick, with gold-tone accents on the crown. The snap-on caseback is engraved S.T. Dupont Paris, Swiss Made, Stainless Steel Case, Water Resistant and Ref. 199.11.1. It is fitted on a tan brown leather strap with contrast stitching and a gold-tone pin buckle, and comes in its black lacquer S.T. Dupont presentation box.

Brand heritage

S.T. Dupont was founded in Paris in 1872 by Simon Tissot-Dupont, initially as a maker of fine leather goods and travel cases for an elite clientele. The house later became world-famous for its precious-metal and lacquer lighters, introduced in the 1940s, and its fine writing instruments. Its signature "Clous de Paris" guilloché pattern became one of the defining motifs of French luxury, and its watches carry the same design language.

Why this one is special

• Signature S.T. Dupont "Clous de Paris" hobnail dial in champagne gold
• Ultra-slim 5mm steel case, a true dress-watch profile
• Classic mid-size 32.5mm that suits any wrist
• Complete with the black lacquer S.T. Dupont display box

Specifications

• Brand: S.T. Dupont, Paris
• Reference: 199.11.1
• Era: circa 1990s
• Movement: Swiss quartz
• Case: stainless steel, 32.5 mm, approx. 5 mm thick, snap caseback
• Dial: champagne gold "Clous de Paris" centre, steel outer ring with Roman numerals
• Strap: tan brown leather, 20 mm, gold-tone pin buckle

Condition

Very good pre-owned condition. The dial is clean and the crystal clear with no deep scratches. The case shows light hairline micro-marks consistent with gentle use, and the caseback has light surface scratches, as pictured. The gold-tone accents retain their plating. The box is in presentable condition. Please examine all photos carefully, as they form part of the description.

Working at time of listing.

What's included

The watch and the black lacquer S.T. Dupont box shown. No papers or booklet.

Shipping & Returns

Ships from Cairo, Egypt. Please see the shipping and returns details in this listing.