PIROFA - orologio da tasca - 1950-1959
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Pirofa Antichoc pocket watch with a manual-wind mechanical movement of 16 jewels, an Alpacca case with Art Nouveau engraving, 50 mm diameter, white enamel dial with black Arabic numerals and a red 24-hour scale, dating from the 1950s and in very good condition with minor wear (weight 100 g).
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Pocket watch "Pirofa Antichoc" – Mechanical movement with 16 jewels – Art Nouveau decorated case
Elegant vintage pocket watch branded Pirofa Antichoc, featuring a manual-wind mechanical movement with 16 jewels and small seconds at the 6 o'clock position.
The case features a refined floral engraving in Art Nouveau style, with vegetal motifs and sinuous lines that give the watch considerable aesthetic charm. White enamel dial with black Arabic numerals and a red 24-hour scale.
The bezel is adorned with a refined guilloché pattern of geometric motifs, interspersed with polished sections, a detail that lends elegance and structural quality to the watch. The side decoration harmonizes with the engraved case back featuring floral motifs in an Art Nouveau taste.
Features
Brand: Pirofa
Model: Antichoc
Type: pocket watch
Movement: manual-wind mechanical
Jewels: 16 jewels
Small seconds at 6 o'clock
Shock protection system ("Antichoc")
White dial with Arabic numerals
24-hour scale in red
Metal case with engraved floral decoration
Decorated case back
Original winding crown
Chain included (as shown in photographs)
Conditions
The watch presents in good aesthetic condition for its age, with normal signs of use and time. The dial shows generally good preservation. The movement is clean and complete.
Dimensions
Case diameter: approx. 5 cm
Thickness: approx. 12 mm (to be verified)
Note for collectors
Interesting mid-20th-century pocket watch, characterized by a reliable 16-jewel movement and a pleasing decorated case. Ideal for vintage watch collectors or anyone seeking an elegant vintage timepiece.
Pocket watch "Pirofa Antichoc" – Mechanical movement with 16 jewels – Art Nouveau decorated case
Elegant vintage pocket watch branded Pirofa Antichoc, featuring a manual-wind mechanical movement with 16 jewels and small seconds at the 6 o'clock position.
The case features a refined floral engraving in Art Nouveau style, with vegetal motifs and sinuous lines that give the watch considerable aesthetic charm. White enamel dial with black Arabic numerals and a red 24-hour scale.
The bezel is adorned with a refined guilloché pattern of geometric motifs, interspersed with polished sections, a detail that lends elegance and structural quality to the watch. The side decoration harmonizes with the engraved case back featuring floral motifs in an Art Nouveau taste.
Features
Brand: Pirofa
Model: Antichoc
Type: pocket watch
Movement: manual-wind mechanical
Jewels: 16 jewels
Small seconds at 6 o'clock
Shock protection system ("Antichoc")
White dial with Arabic numerals
24-hour scale in red
Metal case with engraved floral decoration
Decorated case back
Original winding crown
Chain included (as shown in photographs)
Conditions
The watch presents in good aesthetic condition for its age, with normal signs of use and time. The dial shows generally good preservation. The movement is clean and complete.
Dimensions
Case diameter: approx. 5 cm
Thickness: approx. 12 mm (to be verified)
Note for collectors
Interesting mid-20th-century pocket watch, characterized by a reliable 16-jewel movement and a pleasing decorated case. Ideal for vintage watch collectors or anyone seeking an elegant vintage timepiece.
Details
Brand
PIROFA
Model
orologio da tasca
Shipped insured
Yes
Period
1950-1959
Movement
Manual winding
Case material
Argentan
Case diameter
50 mm
Condition
Very good - minor signs of wear
Weight
100 g
Width lug/ watch band
5 cm
In working order
Yes
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