No. 102968779

Unbranded - Art Deco - 1426 - 1900-1949
No. 102968779

Unbranded - Art Deco - 1426 - 1900-1949
Vintage Art Deco Octagonal Pocket Watch – Textured "Honeycomb" Dial – 15 Jewels – c. 1930s
Description
General Overview:
A beautiful example of early 20th-century horology, this manual-wind pocket watch features a striking octagonal (8-sided) case typical of the Art Deco period. The watch combines geometric elegance with a high-quality mechanical movement, making it a fantastic piece for collectors of vintage timepieces or Deco-era design.
Dial & Hands:
Design: Stunning silver-tone dial with a sophisticated guilloché/honeycomb texture that catches the light beautifully.
Numerals: Raised gold-tone Arabic numerals in a classic vintage typeface.
Sub-dial: A dedicated small seconds sub-dial at the 6 o'clock position.
Hands: Elegant gold-tone "Poire" (pear) style handset.
Movement:
Type: Manual wind mechanical movement.
Jewels: 15 Jewels (as indicated by the visible rubies in the movement plate).
Regulation: Features a "Fast/Slow" (F-S / A-R) regulator scale for fine-tuning timekeeping.
Condition: The movement appears clean and shows the characteristic bridge layout of Swiss-made ebauches from the 1920s-40s.
Case:
Shape: Distinctive Art Deco octagonal shape.
Material: Chrome-plated or nickel-silver base metal (common for the era).
Markings: Inside the case back, there are hand-scratched watchmaker service marks (e.g., "Z 2007 L"), which indicate this watch was maintained by professionals over its lifetime.
Technical Specifications
Era: Circa 1925–1935.
Case Diameter: [Please measure this in mm and insert here].
Movement: 15-Jewel Manual Wind.
Functions: Hours, minutes, small seconds.
Condition Report (Important for Catawiki)
Dial: Shows a light, even patina consistent with age. No major staining or damage.
Case: Significant surface scratching on the case back (as seen in photos). This could be polished out or left as "honest wear" character.
Crystal: with minor faint scratches.
Working Order:in working conditions
Diameter:45mm
Weight:67g
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