A refined vintage HMT Swarna ladies’ quartz dress watch featuring a clean champagne sunburst dial, polished gold-toned linear stick indices, matching gold-toned hands, a distinctive tricolor flag graphic motif beneath the 12 o’clock marker, elegant “Swarna” script, and traditional HMT Quartz branding.
Its polished round gold-plated case gives the watch a classic and sophisticated profile, making it well suited to formal occasions, traditional wear, or as an elegant vintage everyday timepiece.
Powered by a quartz movement, this HMT Swarna combines the convenience of battery-powered timekeeping with the distinctive character of a vintage Indian dress watch. The stainless steel case back carries clear identification details, including reference 2080-AGGL 55, “SS BACK,” water-resistance markings, and “INDIA 18 001.”
This example is offered in New Old Stock (NOS) condition, featuring an unworn vintage gold-plated case that retains its original factory finish. The watch is paired with an HMT-signed dark brown leather strap, adding to its vintage character and collector appeal.
Collector’s Note
HMT (Hindustan Machine Tools) holds an iconic place in the history of Indian watchmaking. Its vintage mechanical and quartz watches have become a cherished part of India’s horological heritage and remain highly appreciated by collectors of vintage Indian timepieces.
The HMT Swarna stands out for its refined dress-watch styling and distinctive cultural design elements. The champagne sunburst dial, gold-toned detailing, tricolor motif, and gold-plated case create an elegant vintage aesthetic.
Finding a Swarna quartz watch in unworn NOS condition with an HMT-signed leather strap makes this a particularly appealing example for collectors interested in vintage Indian wristwatches.
Specifications
* Brand: HMT
* Model: Swarna
* Reference: 2080-AGGL 55
* Watch Type: Ladies’ Dress Watch
* Movement: Quartz — Battery Powered
* Dial: Champagne Sunburst Dial
* Dial Motif: Tricolor Flag Graphic Beneath 12 o’clock
* Dial Signature: “Swarna”
* Branding: HMT Quartz
* Dial Markers: Polished Gold-Toned Stick Indices
* Hands: Matching Gold-Toned Linear Hands with Sweep Seconds Hand
* Case Shape: Round
* Case Finish: Polished Gold-Plated
* Case Width: Approx. 34–36 mm, excluding crown
* Lug-to-Lug: Approx. 40–42 mm
* Strap: Dark Brown Leather Strap, HMT-Signed
* Case Back: Stainless Steel
* Origin: India
Case Back
The stainless steel case back is stamped with:
* HMT logo
* 2080-AGGL 55
* SS BACK
* WATER RESISTANT
* INDIA 18 001
Condition
New Old Stock (NOS)
The vintage gold-plated case is in unworn NOS condition and retains its original factory finish.
The watch is fitted with its HMT-signed dark brown leather strap, complementing the vintage character of the Swarna.
Please refer to the product photographs for the most accurate representation of the watch’s actual condition. As with any vintage timepiece, minor age-related characteristics may be present.
Why You’ll Love It
* Elegant vintage HMT Swarna ladies’ dress-watch design
* Clean champagne sunburst dial
* Distinctive tricolor motif beneath the 12 o’clock marker
* Refined “Swarna” script
* Traditional HMT Quartz branding
* Polished gold-plated round case
* Quartz movement for convenient battery-powered timekeeping
* Reference 2080-AGGL 55 identified on the case back
* Unworn NOS vintage case condition
* HMT-signed dark brown leather strap
* Classic proportions suited to a ladies’ dress-watch style
* Distinctive addition to a collection of vintage Indian wristwatches
Important Note
Due to the age of vintage quartz watches, battery performance and longevity may vary, and the battery may require replacement.
The “WATER RESISTANT” marking on the case back is a period marking and should not be taken as confirmation of present-day water resistance. Unless specifically stated otherwise, vintage watches are not pressure-tested and should not be exposed to water.
Gold-plated vintage cases should be handled with care, as the plating can naturally show signs of age or wear over time.
All measurements are approximate. Please examine all photographs carefully before purchase, as they form an important part of the condition description.
