Minerva - StopWatch - 1900-1949
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Minerva Timer stopwatch with a manual-wind movement in a steel case of 50 mm diameter, circa 1940s, Swiss Made, in good condition with light wear, including the original Minerva Timer box.
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Minerva Timer – Bayer-Werk Leverkusen – Swiss Made Mechanical Stopwatch – Circa 1940s
A beautiful and highly collectible vintage mechanical stopwatch produced by Minerva, one of Switzerland’s most respected chronograph and stopwatch manufacturers. Founded in 1858 in Villeret, Minerva became internationally famous for its precision timing instruments and professional stopwatches, especially during the first half of the 20th century.
This example is particularly attractive thanks to its clean industrial design, large 50.5 mm case, elegant blued steel hands, and original “Minerva Timer” box. The engraving on the back, “Bayer-Werk Leverkusen,” connects the piece to the historic German Bayer industrial works in Leverkusen, giving it additional historical and collectible character.
The stopwatch dates approximately to the 1940s–1950s period, consistent with Minerva’s classic laboratory and industrial timing instruments of the era. Similar Minerva stopwatches with Bayer engravings and identical case constructions are documented as 1940s Swiss-made pieces.
The watch retains its original movement and dial configuration. The white enamel-style dial with bold Arabic numerals offers excellent readability, while the single-button crown operation reflects classic professional stopwatch construction.
Specifications
Brand: Minerva
Model: Timer / Stopwatch
Production period: circa 1940s–1950s
Country of origin: Switzerland
Movement: Mechanical manual-wind stopwatch movement
Case diameter: 50.5 mm
Dial: White dial with black Arabic numerals
Hands: Original blued steel hands
Caseback engraving: “Bayer-Werk Leverkusen”
Includes original Minerva Timer box
Original movement
Condition The stopwatch is in very good vintage condition considering its age. Case shows light surface wear and scratches consistent with decades of careful use. Dial remains clean and highly attractive. Original box shows visible age-related wear and patina, adding authenticity and vintage charm.
Please review all photos in detail and read all the explanations one by one.
I do not want my customers to be disappointed by encountering an unexpected result.
No water resistance test was performed. So we do not guarantee.
Vintage watches may have timekeeping variations of approximately 1 - 2 minute +- depending on the environment and usage conditions.
Delivery time is only 5-7 days for Europe, approximately 7-10 days for other countries,
The buyer is responsible for import VATs and taxes if it is necessary
Minerva Timer – Bayer-Werk Leverkusen – Swiss Made Mechanical Stopwatch – Circa 1940s
A beautiful and highly collectible vintage mechanical stopwatch produced by Minerva, one of Switzerland’s most respected chronograph and stopwatch manufacturers. Founded in 1858 in Villeret, Minerva became internationally famous for its precision timing instruments and professional stopwatches, especially during the first half of the 20th century.
This example is particularly attractive thanks to its clean industrial design, large 50.5 mm case, elegant blued steel hands, and original “Minerva Timer” box. The engraving on the back, “Bayer-Werk Leverkusen,” connects the piece to the historic German Bayer industrial works in Leverkusen, giving it additional historical and collectible character.
The stopwatch dates approximately to the 1940s–1950s period, consistent with Minerva’s classic laboratory and industrial timing instruments of the era. Similar Minerva stopwatches with Bayer engravings and identical case constructions are documented as 1940s Swiss-made pieces.
The watch retains its original movement and dial configuration. The white enamel-style dial with bold Arabic numerals offers excellent readability, while the single-button crown operation reflects classic professional stopwatch construction.
Specifications
Brand: Minerva
Model: Timer / Stopwatch
Production period: circa 1940s–1950s
Country of origin: Switzerland
Movement: Mechanical manual-wind stopwatch movement
Case diameter: 50.5 mm
Dial: White dial with black Arabic numerals
Hands: Original blued steel hands
Caseback engraving: “Bayer-Werk Leverkusen”
Includes original Minerva Timer box
Original movement
Condition The stopwatch is in very good vintage condition considering its age. Case shows light surface wear and scratches consistent with decades of careful use. Dial remains clean and highly attractive. Original box shows visible age-related wear and patina, adding authenticity and vintage charm.
Please review all photos in detail and read all the explanations one by one.
I do not want my customers to be disappointed by encountering an unexpected result.
No water resistance test was performed. So we do not guarantee.
Vintage watches may have timekeeping variations of approximately 1 - 2 minute +- depending on the environment and usage conditions.
Delivery time is only 5-7 days for Europe, approximately 7-10 days for other countries,
The buyer is responsible for import VATs and taxes if it is necessary
Details
Brand
Minerva
Model
StopWatch
Shipped insured
No
Period
1900-1949
Movement
Manual winding
Case material
Steel
Case diameter
50 mm
Condition
Good - visible signs of wear
Weight
99 g
Width lug/ watch band
66 cm
In working order
Yes
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