L.U.C - 59120 - 1900-1949

Overview
This is a Swiss mechanical pocket watch with L.U.C markings, presenting the refined character of an early antique Swiss watch. The white enamel dial features large black Arabic numerals, a well-balanced subsidiary seconds register at 6 o’clock, and slim decorative hands, giving the watch an elegant and classical appearance. The 0.800 silver case has a shield-shaped decorative cartouche on the back, while the inner dust cover is engraved with multiple medal motifs, L.U.C, 15 Rubis, Spiral Breguet, and other technical inscriptions.
The most notable highlight of this watch is the combination of the L.U.C marking, 0.800 silver case, 15-jewel specification, Breguet hairspring inscription, and medal-decorated inner cover.
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 dial with central hour and minute hands and subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock
Dial: White enamel dial with black Arabic numerals, outer minute track, subsidiary seconds register, and slim decorative hands
Case: 0.800 silver open-face case with a shield-shaped decorative cartouche and fine surface decoration. The inner cover shows Galonné 1re Qualité, L.U.C marking, 0.800 silver mark, and case number 59120
Movement: Manual-wind movement. The inner dust cover is engraved with Ancre, Ligne Droite, Levées Visibles, Balancier Coupé, 15 Rubis, L.U.C, Plateaux, and Spiral Breguet. The movement has a traditional bridge layout and regulator structure
Diameter: Approx. 51.77 mm
Weight: Approx. 91.09 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 minor aging marks and small surface traces 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
L.U.C marked pocket watch with strong Swiss antique watchmaking character
0.800 silver case, approx. 51.77 mm in diameter and approx. 91.09 g in weight
Inner dust cover with multiple medal decorations, reflecting the promotional style of early Swiss watchmaking
15-jewel specification with Spiral Breguet, Balancier Coupé, and Ancre technical inscriptions
White enamel dial with large Arabic numerals and subsidiary seconds, offering strong display and collectible appeal
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