Solidar - Unknown - 128401 - 1900-1949

Overview
This is a mechanical pocket watch by Solidar, presenting a classic and honest early Swiss antique character. The white dial features black Arabic numerals, a clear outer minute track, a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock and ornate gilt hands, giving the watch a clean yet charming period appearance. The case back is decorated with fine engine turning and a central shield-shaped cartouche, while the inner dust cover is engraved with Ancre de Précision, 15 Rubis, Balancier Compensé and Solidar, adding strong collectible detail.
The most notable highlights of this watch are the Solidar branding, 0.800 silver case, 15-jewel movement specification and the decorated inner dust cover with French movement 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: Central hour and minute hands, subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock, outer minute track
Dial: White dial with black Arabic numerals, Solidar signature and ornate gilt hands, presenting a clean classical style
Case: 0.800 silver open-face case with engine-turned back and shield-shaped cartouche decoration
Movement: Manual-wind movement with gilt plates and regulator, inner dust cover marked Ancre de Précision, Levées Visibles, 15 Rubis and Balancier Compensé, movement number approximately 128161
Diameter: Approx. 52.13 mm
Weight: Approx. 89.72 g
Condition:
Overall in honest antique condition with age-related wear. The case shows scratches, edge wear, oxidation and surface rubbing consistent with age. The engine-turned back remains decorative, though it shows visible fine scratches and signs of use. The dial is generally clear, with well-preserved numerals and scales and light age-related marks. The inner covers show natural oxidation, fine scratches and use marks, while the movement presents as visually complete with an authentic antique appearance.
Collector’s highlights
Antique Solidar pocket watch with clear dial and inner cover markings
0.800 silver case with engine-turned back and shield-shaped cartouche
Inner dust cover marked Ancre de Précision, 15 Rubis and Balancier Compensé
White dial with ornate gilt hands and strong classical character
Large 52.13 mm case size with good display presence
Honest antique appearance across the case, inner cover and movement
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