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18 carat gold minute repeater and chronograph Movado pocket watch
Here is a truly exceptional pocket watch that not only has an extremely high grade movement, but is also in spectacular condition.
Made by the Swiss watchmaking company Movado in the early 1900's, this full gents size pocket watch was made in solid 18 carat yellow gold and measures 55mm across plus the pushers on the side by 78mm to the top of the bow. The feel and heft of this pocket watch is just amazing and the case with the high polish finish feels so smooth and tactile to the touch.
Not only does this tell the time which is so easy to read with the numerals set against the white dial, but it is also a repeater pocket watch.
Repeater pocket watches come in three types – a quarter repeater that will strike the hours and which quarter the time is, for instance three gongs for 3 o’clock and one double gongs for being between 3:00 and 3:15. Then there is the five minute repeater which has a more complicated movement to tell withing five minutes and finally the crème de la crème of them all – a minute repeater. This will strike the exact time for the hours and minutes and is a real testament to the quality of this pocket watch and sounds magnificent. Repeater pocket watches of any kind are wonderful to own, but a minute repeater really does take it to a new level.
Added to this, it also has a chronograph function for timing which not only adds to the complication of the movement, but is a real testament to the quality of workmanship.
And all of this incredible movement can be seen by not just looking in the back, but the movement is also protected by a glass over the movement.
The movement has been meticulously overhauled and has the highest grade movement that our watchmaker has ever seen in a pocket watch. The quality of this repeater truly is up there with the best of the best and is a wonderfully exciting pocket watch to hold.
And then to finish this all of, it comes presented in its original fitted box which adds a further element of charm to an already incredible pocket watch.
This is truly one for any astute collector, and will certainly become a treasured and prized family heirloom.
Stock# W1820
Maker: Movado
Circa: 1910
$42,000
$42,000.00
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14 carat yellow gold Tissot pocket watch made in 1929
This pocket watch was made by the Swiss company Tissot in 1929 and not only looks so elegant and stylish, but feels so comfortable to hold in the palm of your hand.
Made in 14 carat gold, the dial is all original and still so easy to read, and as it was made during the Art Deco period, it has the most elegant font for the numbers. With gorgeous hands combined with the sub-seconds at the bottom, this is one pocket watch that will always have you admiring it, every time that you look at it.
The case measures 45.5mm across by 63.3mm to the top of the bow, and not only does the back have very beautiful engraving, but so does the side.
Inside is the beautiful sixteen jewelled movement that has been fully restored, runs beautifully and comes with our twelve month warranty.
Perfect for a gift for a special occasion, or for yourself, this is a wonderful Art Deco pocket watch that will always be admired.
Stock# W1839
Maker: Tissot
Circa: 1929
$3,600
$3,600.00
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Ladies antique 18 carat gold LeCoultre pocket watch
Here is a magnificent antique pocket watch made by LeCoultre in the late 19th Century.
Prior to joining Edmund Jaeger in the early 1900's, LeCoultre had already made a name for themselves as one of the leading watchmakers in Switzerland, and with a pocket watch as beautiful both inside and out such as this one, it is easy to see why.
Made in 18 carat yellow gold, the case measures 26.7mm across by 39mm to the top of the bow, and even after more than 130 years have passed since being made, the dial is still as easy to read and in the same pristine condition as when it was made. Set with very elegant hands that point to the numerals set against the white dial, turning the pocket watch over reveals a beautiful design. The gold has been given a soft finish to it that adds to the charm and elegance of the pocket watch and is typical of high end work of the time.
Inside the movement has been serviced and comes with our twelve month warranty, and the crown at the top is not just for winding, as once the small pin above the 11 is pressed, turning the crown will then set the time.
This is such an elegant example of the early work from LeCoultre, and will no doubt always be loved and admired.
Stock # W299cc
Maker: LeCoultre
Circa: 1890
$1,850
$1,850.00
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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:Â Charles Frodsham
Hallmarked: London 1892
$9,200
$9,200.00
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Antique pocket watch key with a locket and intaglio of the Cootes family
Here is such a wonderful and exciting antique pocket watch key that is that and so much more.
Made in 18 carat yellow gold in the 1870's, not only does this have a pocket watch key that can rotate into itself securely, but it also has a locket on one side and a carved intaglio seal on the other.
The bloodstone intaglio has the Latin phrase "Vincit Veritas" which translates to "Truth conquers" and with this as well as the bird sitting on the top of the intaglio and other aspects of it, leads it to the being the family seal of the Cootes, which actually goes as far back as 1066.
With the locket on the other side having a dome front to magnify the image, and a beautiful design at the top, this would of course not only suit a pocket watch, but make a wonderful and very unique and special locket.
Measuring 19.5mm wide by 38.3mm, this piece is as beautiful as it is exciting.
Stock# ES9422
Circa: 1870
$1,750
$1,750.00
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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
$4,200.00
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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
$18,500.00
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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
$9,450.00
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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
$11,500
$11,500.00
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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
$6,350.00
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