Phenix - 56822 30 - 1900-1949

Overview

This is an antique silver-cased pocket watch from PHENIX, featuring a silver guilloché dial with a spiral pattern, paired with red 24-hour numerals and black Arabic hour markers, creating a rich visual hierarchy. The neat small seconds sub-dial at 6 o'clock embodies the decorative aesthetic of the Art Nouveau period. The 0.800 silver case is engraved with a shield-shaped floral motif on the back, making it a fine piece of craftsmanship and collectible value. Most notable is the delicate spiral guilloché pattern on the dial, which takes on a warm vintage patina under age-related oxidation.
Technical and condition details

Type: Open-face antique pocket watch, PHENIX
Winding: Manual winding
Function: Hours, minutes, small seconds; Running when tested. No long-term accuracy test has been performed
Layout: Central hour and minute hands, small seconds sub-dial at 6 o'clock, outer minute track, inner red 24-hour numerals
Dial: Silver guilloché dial with a delicate spiral pattern, black Arabic hour markers and red 24-hour numerals, showing natural age-related oxidation and minor signs of use
Case: 0.800 silver case with a fish-skin texture base, central Art Nouveau shield-shaped floral engraving on the back, with normal wear and minor dents on the edge
Movement: Manual winding movement with gilt brass plates, visible gears and "DEPOSE" engraving, complete mechanical structure
Diameter: Approximately 50.56 mm
Weight: Approximately 70.14 g
Included accessories: A simple and solidly built watch chain
Condition: Well-preserved overall, with natural wear and minor dents on the case, even oxidation on the dial, complete movement structure, and intact chain
Collector’s highlights

From PHENIX, with a 0.800 silver case, complete silver hallmarks and serial number, ensuring clear provenance
Silver spiral guilloché dial with exquisite craftsmanship and unique red 24-hour numerals, offering high visual recognition
Art Nouveau shield-shaped floral engraving on the case back, showcasing decorative artistry
Movement with "DEPOSE" engraving and stable mechanical structure
Moderate size and weight for comfortable wear and display
Natural age-related patina adds strong vintage charm
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