Lot 024: Antique Pocket Watch in Hallmarked Silver Case

Description

An antique pocket watch with a classic design featuring Roman numerals on the main dial and a sub-seconds dial, encased in a tarnished metal case. Not working. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Late 19th to early 20th Century * Material: Metal casing, enamel dial * Style: Traditional pocket watch design Condition: The watch crystal is severely cracked and exhibits significant missing sections. The enamel dial features extensive cracking and chipping, particularly around the central pin of the hands. The hour and minute hands both appear damaged or incomplete. The metal case is heavily tarnished and shows significant surface wear consistent with age and use. Interesting fact: * The inclusion of a sub-seconds dial was a hallmark of precision timekeeping in early pocket watches, preceding the widespread adoption of central sweep second hands. * Roman numerals on the main dial have been a traditional aesthetic choice in horology for centuries, lending a classic and enduring appeal to timepieces. Use: This item is ideal as a decorative piece for a collector of antique horology or as a challenging restoration project.

Condition Report

Cracked and incomplete crystal; extensive cracking and chipping on the enamel dial; damaged hour and minute hands; heavy tarnish and surface wear on the metal casing.

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