Smiths Quasar quartz wristwatch

Smiths Quasar quartz wristwatch

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High frequency quartz wristwatch made by Smiths in a stainless-steel case with two setting crowns and stainless-steel bracelet. Incorporating an electronic on/off switch for accurate setting of watch. Dial with day and date apertures, centre seconds and marked 'Q Quasar quartz 1.5Mhz MADE IN GT BRITAIN'. Movement with an AT-cut quartz crystal producing a frequency of 1,548,288 Hz, integrated circuit, stepper motor and battery.

Clockmakers' Museum No. 1499

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Category:
Clockmakers
Collection:
The Worshipful Company of Clockmakers
Object Number:
L2017-2237
Materials:
stainless steel, brass (copper, zinc alloy), glass, circuit board and quartz crystal
type:
wristwatch
credit:
Lent by the Worshipful Company of Clockmakers