Bulova Silver Dollar 125th Anniversary Limited Edition - Full Set
Created for Bulova Executives Using An 1875 Silver Dollar Coin...
Pretty Cool, Eh?
For their 125th anniversary in the year 2000, Bulova Released this watch using 1875 Silver Dollars from Bulova's Vault as the dial and caseback.
Why 1875?
That was the year Bulova was founded by Joseph Bulova, whose signature can be found on the buckle of this watch.
It is said that this watch was almost exclusively given out to Bulova employees and upper management, which explains why this watch is so hard to find compared to other limited releases.
Watches like this are extremely rare and collectible and it might be several years before you see one come up again. Seize the opportunity now!
The Bulova Watch Company was established in 1875 by Joseph Bulova in New York City. The company initially manufactured fine jewelry, but in 1911, it began producing Pocket Watches Like the "American Maid" and ladies wristwatches with the "Rubaiyat" which were popular at the time.
In 1920, Bulova introduced the first complete range of men's wristwatches in the United States. This was a prominent milestone as wristwatches were gaining popularity and replacing pocket watches.
In the years that followed, Bulova became a well-known brand and a leader in watchmaking, introducing many innovative technologies to the industry.
From Bulova's TV Commercial in 1926, The first television commercial in history.
For example, in 1927, Bulova introduced the first clock radio. In 1941, the company began producing watches for the US military and WWII alongside other American Brands like Hamilton and Waltham.
Throughout its history, Bulova continued to innovate and expand. In 1960, the company Introduced Accutron, the first electronic watch, which provided greater accuracy than mechanical watches. They continued their partnership with the U.S Government through the National Aeronautics and Space Administration AKA NASA and the U.S. Air Force.
Vintage Bulova Watch Ad showcasing the Accutron Technology
Bulova was vital to NASA with the use of Accutron timekeeping devices in over 40 space missions. One of the most prominent being Project Vanguard which were the first U.S. manmade satellites to successfully orbit around the earth.
In 2008, the Bulova Watch Company was acquired by Japanese multinational conglomerate, Citizen Watch Co., Ltd. Today, Bulova continues to produce high-quality timepieces, including both mechanical and quartz watches, as well as clocks and accessories.
- Model: Bulova Silver Dollar Limited Edition
- Reference: 96A09
- Year: 2000
- Dial Color: Silver
- Style: Dress
- Bracelet: Original Black Lizards Grain Leather Strap w/ Joseph Bulova Signed Deployant Buckle
- Sizing: Fit's Up To an 8" Wrist
- Box: Yes
- Papers: Yes
- Other Accessories: Hang Tags
The previous owner of this watch was a Bulova Executive during the year 2000 and received this watch as a corporate gift.
He never wore it but kept it winding on a winder for about 10 years. The watch was later kept in it's box for about 13 years.
The watch has been serviced with movement parts replaced. The watch will still have our 2-year warranty attached.
- Case Size: 38.0mm
- Lug Width: 18.0mm
- Lug to Lug: 46.0mm
- Thickness: 11.0mm
- Case Material: Stainless Steel
- Bezel Material: Stainless Steel
- Case Back Material: Stainless Steel & Sapphire Crystal (Exhibition)
- Bracelet Material: Leather
- Crystal: Flat Sapphire w/ AR Coating
- Luminescence: None
- Manufacturer: Miyota (Bulova Motion Quartz)
- Caliber: Miyota BP10 Auto Quartz
- Country: Japan
- Movement Type: Motion Quartz (Kinetic)
- Jewels: 4
- Power Reserve: ~3 Months
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Created for Bulova Executives Using An 1875 Silver Dollar Coin...
Pretty Cool, Eh?
For their 125th anniversary in the year 2000, Bulova Released this watch using 1875 Silver Dollars from Bulova's Vault as the dial and caseback.
Why 1875?
That was the year Bulova was founded by Joseph Bulova, whose signature can be found on the buckle of this watch.
It is said that this watch was almost exclusively given out to Bulova employees and upper management, which explains why this watch is so hard to find compared to other limited releases.
Watches like this are extremely rare and collectible and it might be several years before you see one come up again. Seize the opportunity now!
The Bulova Watch Company was established in 1875 by Joseph Bulova in New York City. The company initially manufactured fine jewelry, but in 1911, it began producing Pocket Watches Like the "American Maid" and ladies wristwatches with the "Rubaiyat" which were popular at the time.
In 1920, Bulova introduced the first complete range of men's wristwatches in the United States. This was a prominent milestone as wristwatches were gaining popularity and replacing pocket watches.
In the years that followed, Bulova became a well-known brand and a leader in watchmaking, introducing many innovative technologies to the industry.
From Bulova's TV Commercial in 1926, The first television commercial in history.
For example, in 1927, Bulova introduced the first clock radio. In 1941, the company began producing watches for the US military and WWII alongside other American Brands like Hamilton and Waltham.
Throughout its history, Bulova continued to innovate and expand. In 1960, the company Introduced Accutron, the first electronic watch, which provided greater accuracy than mechanical watches. They continued their partnership with the U.S Government through the National Aeronautics and Space Administration AKA NASA and the U.S. Air Force.
Vintage Bulova Watch Ad showcasing the Accutron Technology
Bulova was vital to NASA with the use of Accutron timekeeping devices in over 40 space missions. One of the most prominent being Project Vanguard which were the first U.S. manmade satellites to successfully orbit around the earth.
In 2008, the Bulova Watch Company was acquired by Japanese multinational conglomerate, Citizen Watch Co., Ltd. Today, Bulova continues to produce high-quality timepieces, including both mechanical and quartz watches, as well as clocks and accessories.
- Model: Bulova Silver Dollar Limited Edition
- Reference: 96A09
- Year: 2000
- Dial Color: Silver
- Style: Dress
- Bracelet: Original Black Lizards Grain Leather Strap w/ Joseph Bulova Signed Deployant Buckle
- Sizing: Fit's Up To an 8" Wrist
- Box: Yes
- Papers: Yes
- Other Accessories: Hang Tags
The previous owner of this watch was a Bulova Executive during the year 2000 and received this watch as a corporate gift.
He never wore it but kept it winding on a winder for about 10 years. The watch was later kept in it's box for about 13 years.
The watch has been serviced with movement parts replaced. The watch will still have our 2-year warranty attached.
- Case Size: 38.0mm
- Lug Width: 18.0mm
- Lug to Lug: 46.0mm
- Thickness: 11.0mm
- Case Material: Stainless Steel
- Bezel Material: Stainless Steel
- Case Back Material: Stainless Steel & Sapphire Crystal (Exhibition)
- Bracelet Material: Leather
- Crystal: Flat Sapphire w/ AR Coating
- Luminescence: None
- Manufacturer: Miyota (Bulova Motion Quartz)
- Caliber: Miyota BP10 Auto Quartz
- Country: Japan
- Movement Type: Motion Quartz (Kinetic)
- Jewels: 4
- Power Reserve: ~3 Months
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