Zenith - 2950403 - 1900-1949

Overview
This is a mechanical pocket watch by Zenith, presenting a strong sense of early Swiss watchmaking character. The white enamel dial features large black Arabic numerals, a clear subsidiary seconds register at 6 o’clock, and elegant decorative hands, giving the watch a clean and classical appearance. The case back has fine textured decoration with a central shield and floral motif, while the inner dust cover carries Zenith medal markings and detailed technical inscriptions.
The most notable highlight of this watch is the combination of the Zenith name, 0.800 silver case, 16-jewel movement specification, and the medal-decorated dust cover with Grand Prix Paris 1900 and Spiral Breguet inscriptions.
Technical and condition details
Type: Mechanical pocket watch
Winding: Manual
Function: Running when tested. No long-term accuracy test has been performed.
Dial layout: Open-face layout with central hour and minute hands and subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock
Dial: White enamel dial with black Arabic numerals, outer minute track, decorative hands, and Zenith signature at the centre
Case: 0.800 silver open-face case, with a textured back cover, central shield and floral decoration. The inner cover shows the Zenith emblem, 0.800 silver mark, case number 2950403, and number 9243
Movement: Zenith manual-wind movement, signed Zenith and numbered 2019677. The inner dust cover is engraved with Ancre, Levées Visibles Double Plateau, 16 Rubis, Balancier Compensé, Spiral Breguet, Châtons, Grand Prix Paris 1900, and Médaille d’Or Genève 1896
Diameter: Approx. 51.91 mm
Weight: Approx. 95.27 g
Condition: Overall in honest antique condition with age-related oxidation, fine surface marks, edge wear, and natural patina. The dial remains clear overall, with light signs of aging visible. The crown, bow, case edges, opening areas, and inner cover show wear consistent with age, giving the watch a natural antique appearance.
Collector’s highlights
Zenith pocket watch with strong Swiss watchmaking identity
0.800 silver case, approx. 51.91 mm in diameter and approx. 95.27 g in weight
Inner dust cover with Grand Prix Paris 1900 and Médaille d’Or Genève 1896 medal inscriptions
16-jewel movement specification with Breguet hairspring, compensated balance, and châtons noted on the dust cover
Clean white enamel dial with large Arabic numerals and subsidiary seconds, offering strong display and collectible appeal
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