Zenith - 2152 - 1900-1949

Overview
This is an antique mechanical pocket watch by Zenith, showing the classic character of an early Swiss branded pocket watch. The white dial features black Arabic numerals, a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock and decorative gold-tone hands, giving the watch a clear and period-correct appearance. The case is marked 0.800 silver, with fine engine turning and a central monogram cartouche on the back cover. The inner dust cover is engraved with Zenith, Grand Prix Paris 1900 and medal motifs, while the movement is signed Zenith and marked 17 Jewels.
The most notable highlight of this watch is the Zenith name, the signed 17 jewel movement, the 0.800 silver case and the Grand Prix Paris 1900 medal inscription on the inner dust 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: Central hour and minute hands, subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock, outer minute track
Dial: White dial with black Arabic numerals, Zenith signature, gold-tone decorative hands and a clear subsidiary seconds scale
Case: Open-face 0.800 silver case, inner cover marked Zenith, 0.800 and numbered 3218290. The back cover has fine engine-turned decoration and a central monogram cartouche
Movement: Signed Zenith mechanical movement marked 17 Jewels, with gold-tone bridges, jewel settings and regulator. The inner dust cover is engraved with Grand Prix Paris 1900 and medal motifs
Diameter: Approx. 54.29 mm
Weight: Approx. 101.58 g
Condition:
Overall in honest antique condition with age-related wear. The case shows fine surface scratches, edge wear, natural oxidation and signs of use. The dial remains clear overall, with visible hairlines and local ageing around the 4 to 5 o’clock area. The engine-turned back cover and central monogram cartouche are well preserved, giving the watch good brand appeal and display value.
Collector’s highlights
Antique Zenith pocket watch with brand markings on the dial, movement and inner dust cover
Signed 17 jewel mechanical movement with regulator
0.800 silver case, approx. 54.29 mm in diameter and approx. 101.58 g in weight
Inner dust cover with Grand Prix Paris 1900 and medal motifs
Engine-turned back cover with central monogram cartouche, offering strong display appeal
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