Description: The Tienanmen Square Massacre of 1989 was a student led demonstration held in Tienanmen Square in Beijing, China. After the massacre, soldiers who opened fire on the students and Beijing citizens were awarded this watch. The significance of this watch is that most soldiers declined to wear them. For months after the massacre soldiers on leave were told not to wear their uniforms off base for fear of citizen reprisals. Fine print on the watch face says in Chinese: “For quelling the June 1989 disturbance.” The plastic case and the back of the watch says: “Presented to the soldiers in the Capitol Garrison. Watch number 89. The Communist Party Committee of Beijing City and The People’s Government of Beijing.” This authentic watch purchased by UC Professor, Don Gibbs while a resident in China, long before the watch became so collectible that counterfeits were made. Guarantee full refund if returned within 30 days of delivery in original condition. Delivery signature required. Buyer pays for insured return.
Price: 600 USD
Location: San Francisco, California
End Time: 2024-09-19T04:00:01.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Type: Wristwatch
Style: Military
Watch Shape: Square
Brand: Unbranded
Case Color: White
Department: Men
Band Color: Silver
With Original Box/Packaging: Yes
Features: 12-Hour Dial
Year Manufactured: 1990-1999
