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Antique pocket watch key/pendant in the form of a swan
Here is a wonderful antique pocket watch key that can not only be used to wind a pocket watch, but can so easily be worn as a pendant or attached to a bracelet making a very special and unique charm. Dating from the 1870's, this antique pocket watch key will of course wind a pocket watch, but would also make a wonderful and very unique pendant on charm. Measuring 5.2cm in length, the key is made from rolled gold where the gold is rolled and bonded to the metal shape making it hard and durable to wind the pocket watch, all the while having the gold on the outside to give it such a lustrous finish. The pocket watch key has a ratchet system allowing the lower section to rotate, making it easier to wind a pocket watch and shows the level of sophistication that went into making what is normally considered as secondary to a pocket watch itself. With a beautiful swan on the top, this is a fabulous piece that no matter how it is used or worn, will always be admired. Stock# ES9381 Circa: 1870 $Sold.
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Solid 18 carat gold antique Charles Frodsham pocket watch made in 1892
Charles Frodsham pocket watches are known as some of the finest to ever come out of England, and here is a magnificent antique Charles Frodsham pocket watch that was made in solid 18 carat yellow gold in 1892 and has been completely serviced and overhauled and runs as beautiful today as when it was made over a century ago. This magnificent pocket watch not only looks good, but feels magnificent to hold in the palm of your hand thanks to the smooth solid gold case and incredibly robust movement. With the case measuring 45mm across by 63.5mm from the bottom to the top of the bow, this is the perfect example of a gents pocket watch of the time that would have been for no doubt a very eminent and well regarded person. The dial like the case is spotlessly clean and easy to read with the beautiful traditional Roman numerals and along with being signed with his name, it also has "AD FMSZ" The coded letters AD Fmsz can be seen on the dials and movements on some Frodsham timepieces. This cryptogram corresponds to 1850, the year Charles produced his new caliper watch, and was used thereafter as a sign of the highest quality of movements produced. And this can evidently be seen in the quality of the movement which is absolutely divine to admire. It was work like this that proved just what high quality was being produced and why today after all these years, a Frodsham pocket watch is looked upon as a work of the highest standard. From every aspect that you look at this pocket watch, there is no doubt as to why worldwide an antique Charles Frodsham pocket watch is still so highly regarded, even by today's standard. Stock# W681 Maker: Charles Frodsham Hallmarked: London 1892 $9,200
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Rare 18 carat gold antique bezel wind pendant watch made in the 1870’s
Here is a very rare bezel wind antique ball pendant watch that is truly amazing from inside and out. Made in the 1870's this pendant watch separates itself from other ball pendant watches for three very special reasons. Firstly it is made in 18 carat gold, while many of these pendant watches were made in silver. However the second and most important difference and feature of this one over so many others, is the absence of a crown to wind it. To wind the movement, one simply rotates it at the centre. This is such a clever and ingenious design of this pendant watch that showcases the quality of the piece even further. To set the time, there is a discreet pin which is on the side, which once pressed and combined with turning the centre of the watch, this will engage and turn the hands to the desired time. With the Swiss made movement having just come back from a full service, it runs well and comes with our twelve month warranty. And finally the third important feature of this, is that this very piece is featured on page 131 of “How the watch was worn: A fashion for 500 years” by Genevieve Cummins making this an even more exciting piece of history that is actually featured in her fantastic book. Measuring 23.8mm across by 31.5mm or 35mm to the top of the bail, this is as exciting as it is extraordinary. Stock# ES9362 Circa: 1870 $6,600
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Antique 14 carat gold IWC pocket watch made in 1921
There is nothing like the feel of a genuine antique pocket watch to hold in the palm of your hand, and here is a very elegant IWC pocket watch made during the fabulous Art Deco era. Made in 14 carat gold, the pocket watch has a very stylish cushion shape that has such a smooth tactile feel to it and measures 41.3mm across by 54.3mm to the top of the bow. With the dial being signed in with the traditional “International Watch Company Schaffhausen” font as opposed to IWC as is on their watches today, this adds to the character and feel of the pocket watch which is highlighted further by those gorgeous numbers on the dial and Breguet style hands. Inside it it powered by the 21 jewelled IWC calibre 73 that has been fully serviced and comes with our twelve month warranty. As stylish today as when it was made all those years ago, this is a fabulous pocket watch to add to any collection or as a perfect gift. Stock# ES9216 Maker: IWC – International Watch Company Schaffhausen Circa: 1921 $4,200
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Art Deco 8 day travel clock with alarm in its original case
Still in superb condition, this is such a wonderful Art Deco travel clock that is fitted with a very high grade movement. Dating from the 1930's, this travel clock not only has a high 8 day power reserve, but it also has an alarm - a lovely feature to find on a travel clock of this vintage. With the white enamel dial still so easy to read, it displays numerals as well as the additional hand for setting the alarm, all of which is housed in its original leather case that has such a wonderful tactile feel to it. The dial measures 6.5cm in diameter and the case then closed measures 9cm by 10cm by approximately 2.5cm tall. In full working order, it comes with our twelve month warranty and would make a wonderful gift for that hard-to-buy-for person. Stock# W1773 Circa: 1930 $1,450
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Rare antique diamond and enamel ring watch made in the 1870’s
Every once in a while you come across something that is not only so exquisitely beautiful from every angle that you look at it, but unlike anything else out there. Not only is this antique ring watch so exceedingly rare, but it is incredibly beautiful and it was so well made to such an incredibly high standard and is a true testament to the quality of the jewellers and watchmaker that made this over 150 years ago, that it is not only in superb condition but still running today. Made in 18 carat yellow gold in the 1870's, the white enamel dial is all original and in pristine condition. As clean today as when it was made, it was made with black numbers except for the 12 which is in red. With its original hands, the dial is surrounded by twenty eight rose cut diamonds, and the border of diamonds measures 15mm in diameter. With the dial set into the gorgeous lozenge shape top which itself measures 16.6mm across by 25.2mm, the top has been beautifully enamelled in a rich cobalt blue colour that has long been associated with royalty. Even the enamel is in superb condition and each end is set with a further three rose cut diamonds. The diamonds plus the ones around the dial come together to total 0.19 carats and add a delightful amount of sparkle to the ring. Even the side of the top section is so exquisite to admire with the intricate and fine hand engraving, as is the remarkable band that it is sitting on with the split designed shoulders with more hand engraving running down. And looking under the top section, there is a very discreet plate that can be slid open revealing two key holes. The one in the centre will set the time and the other will wind the cylinder escapement movement that has been painstakingly restored over several months and is now in full working order. From every single angle that you look at this ring watch it will take your breath away and once gone, it is unlikely that you will ever see another let alone one a stunningly beautiful as this. Stock# ES9116 Circa: 1870 $18,500
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14 carat gold antique Waltham Opera Ruby pocket watch made in 1918
When you hold a genuine antique pocket watch in the palm of your hand, you not only get a sense of its history, but also get to feel the solid heft thanks to the case material as well as the mechanical movement inside, and this antique Waltham pocket watch feels fantastic to hold and admire. Made in a solid 14 carat yellow gold case made for Waltham by J. Depollier and Sons in 1918, the case measures 43mm across by 54.5mm to the top of the bow, and thanks to its slimline case, it will sit perfectly in the pocket as well as the palm of your hand. The dial is all original and has achieved a lovely soft patina and displays both Roman numerals as well as the seconds at the bottom and is still very easy to read. Opening the back reveals two wonderful features - firstly the fantastic 17 jewelled crown wind and set Waltham Ruby movement which has undergone a full service and comes with our twelve month warranty, and secondly the most amazing pierce worked movement holder which is just as beautiful as the movement. This type of case is called an "Opera watch" and was produced by Waltham for only a few years. From inside and out, this is a wonderful antique pocket watch that will continue to look and feel perfect well into the future. Stock# W1529 Maker: Waltham Circa: 1918 $2,650
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Ulysse Nardin deck watch chronometer with power reserve indicator
Ulysse Nardin was a famous watchmaker in Switzerland in the 1800's who made a name as producing extremely high quality and reliable watch chronometers for both international navies and shipping companies, and here is a fabulous vintage Ulysse Nardin deck chronometer pocket watch in a solid sterling silver case. Offshore the correct time is fundamental in determining the Longitude, as one second difference in the equator represents an error of 30 meters. Deck chronometers are big and very precise pocket watches, synchronised with the Marine Chronometer were used by the ship’s Captain to know the exact time on Deck in order to locate and also brought with him when landed to make sure no one changed the official time of the ship while in his absence. Made in 1950, the case measures 63mm across by 89.5mm from the bottom to the top of the bow, and has an incredible heft that feels magnificent in to hold in the palm of your hand. With a truly amazing tactile feel to it, this is certainly a conversation starter to all who see and admire it. With the clean white dial displaying traditional black Roman numerals and the sub-seconds at the bottom, just under the 12 o'clock position is a power reserve indicator. The movement is a hand wound pin set style that allows for the time to be set by pressing in the button near the 11 o'clock position and turning the hands to set the time. Releasing this button, will then allow it to be wound. Fully serviced and in wonderful condition, this Ulysse Nardin pocket watch is so special and is certainly something that will always be appreciated and admired. Stock# W1725cc Maker: Ulysse Nardin Circa: 1950 $9,450
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Rare 18 carat yellow gold Omega chrono-tachymetre pocket watch
Here we are proud to offer this extremely rare antique 18 carat yellow gold Omega chrono-tachymetre pocket watch that was made in 1916 and is in exceptional condition and unlikely ever to be found is such condition any time soon. To begin with the solid 18 carat yellow gold case measures 53.4mm across by 73.6mm to the top of the bow and has an elegant engine turned case back which still has such has such a nice crisp feel to it. With an incredibly solid and tactile feel to it, the pocket watch weighs 93 grams and feels amazing to hold in the palm of your hand. Then there is the dial which is just so incredibly impressive to admire from near or far and is still in immaculate condition even after 100 years has passed. Displaying not only the time, this pocket watch his called a chrono-tachymetre. With a tachymeter able to measure speed, and a chronometer able to measure time, combine them both and the result is the spectacular dial you see before you. Of interesting note, the dial is not only signed "Omega", but also signed “Cadran Breveté S.G.D.G.” which is the abbreviation of “Sans garantie du gouvernement” which translates to “Without government guarantee”. This was the term used under French law since 1844 and designates that it was assigned for the French market and colonies only. And then inside is the most impressive and incredible manual wind Omega 18" P CHRO movement which was first made by Omega in 1906. Measuring just 7.15mm thick, this incredible movement is all original, has been completely serviced and comes with our twelve month warranty. It is incredible to think what was achieved by Omega at a time where computers were unheard of and all the components inside were meticulously thought out and planned to create this wonderful masterpiece. This is such an incredible example of one of Omega's finest pocket watches and one for the discerning collector. Stock# W303cc Maker: Omega Circa: 1916 $12,800
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18 carat yellow gold Vacheron & Constantin pocket watch made in 1923
Vacheron & Constantin are one of the oldest watch making company in the world, having been founded in 1755, and here we are proud to offer a immaculate solid 18 carat yellow gold Vacheron & Constantin pocket watch made in 1923. This gents sized pocket watch measures50.6mm across by 69.5mm from the bottom of the case to the top of the bow and feels so sleek to hold in the palm of your hand thanks to the heft of the solid gold and the movement, as well as the highly polished and plain case. The dial is spotless and signed “Vacheron & Constantin” which was the way all of their timepieces were signed for over 250 years until 1970 when they dropped the “&” symbol and today are just signed "Vacheron Constantin". With easy to read black numerals and the sub-seconds, the Breguet style hands finish of the elegant style and design of the dial. Inside is the magnificent crown wind and crown set movement which has just come back from a full service, runs perfectly and comes with our twelve month warranty. Perfect for any connoisseur of fine timepieces, whether it be a gift for a gent who is celebrating a particular milestone or a collector or perhaps even both, this lovely pocket watch is a wonderful testament to the quality and craftsmanship from this highly esteemed watch company. Stock# ES8370 Maker: Vacheron & Constantin Circa: 1923 $8,850
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Rare antique sterling silver lapel pocket watch
Here is a very rare antique sterling silver lapel pocket watch that was made in the late 1800’s and will always be admired whenever and wherever it is worn. Made in sterling silver, this wonderful antique folly sits perfectly in the lapel of a suit and is fitted in a similar way to a pair of cufflinks. With the base sitting behind the lapel measuring 22.8mm in diameter, the pocket watch section itself measures a dainty 11.7mm in diameter. The dial is wonderful to admire with the black numerals all the way around and then the number twelve in red. Combine this with those delightful hands and size and this will certainly capture the eye and be such a wonderful conversation starter. Inside is a Swiss wind pin set movement that has just come back from a full service and overhaul and comes with our twelve month warranty. This lapel pocket watch was retailed by the Australian jeweller V Fleet This exact lapel pocket watch is featured on page 294 of the book, Australian Jewellers: Gold & Silversmiths, Makers & Marks, by Kenneth Cavill, Graham Cocks, and Jack Grace. Stock# ES7268 Circa: 1890 $2,150
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Antique 18ct gold centre seconds chronograph pocket watch made in 1903
Here is a very handsome and solid antique 18ct gold centre seconds chronograph pocket watch made in 1903 that feels perfect to hold in the palm of your hand and has such an elegant dial thanks to the Roman numerals and large centre sweep second hand. Made in 18 carat yellow gold, the case measures 52.5mm by 72mm to the top of the bow and not only is the case in wonderful condition, but the hinges and spring on the front cover is as well, which is a true testament to the quality of this pocket watch. Technology at the time didn't allow for time to be measured while the pocket watch is still running, so using the slide on the side of the case near the 5 o'clock position, this will both start and stop that wonderfully large and easy to read second hand in the centre, as well as stop the entire movement as well. Winding the pocket watch is done via the crown and setting the hands for the time is done by pressing in the small pin just to the side of the bow. Opening the back cover reveals the most wonderful hand engraving that says "Presented to James Robb by Crookston Bros Glasgow 17/2/04" and then opening the next cover reveals a lovely English three quarter plate movement that has been fully serviced, runs great and comes with our twelve month warranty. This is the perfect example of a gents antique pocket watch and made in 18 carat gold makes it feel even more wonderful to hold. Stock# W895 Hallmarked: Chester 1903 $6,350
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