Zheng He Treasure Ship · Miyota movement
ZHENG HE TREASURE SHIP郑和宝船Brand: Beijing (北京). Reference: BG220007. [Version: green bezel with gold color numerals, ship on case back, Miyota movement. View other versions→]. Limited 6,500 pieces.Zheng He, a Chinese mariner, explorer, diplomat, fleet admiral, and court eunuch, is widely recognized as the greatest sailor in Chinese history. During the early 15th-century Ming dynasty, he led seven voyages and used his fleet of large wooden ships, known as "treasure ships" or "gem ships," to transport goods, rare treasures, and exotic animals on long-distance trips. The size of these ships was unparalleled at that time and they were instrumental in expanding trade relationships and cultural exchanges between China and other countries.Chinese character:云帆高张,昼夜星驰 means "Hang up the sails high, travel day and night, gallop all the way"MOVEMENTMechanical, self-winding. Japan Made. Caliber: Miyota unknown model. Functions: Hour, minute, second, date.CASEStainless steel. Diameter: 42 mm. Thickn