Zenith - 4524 - 1900-1949

Overview
This is a large antique Zenith pocket watch with a case diameter of approximately 54.59 mm and a watch weight of approximately 105.88 g, giving it a strong presence in both hand and display. It features a white dial with black Arabic numerals, blue 13–24 hour markings in the centre, a subsidiary seconds dial at 6 o’clock, and decorative gold-tone hands. The inner cover is marked 0.800, with Zenith-related markings and inscriptions including Grand Prix Paris 1900 and Médaille d’Or Genève 1896, while the movement is also signed Zenith. Its key selling point is its large 0.800 silver case, clear Zenith movement signature, and strong historical character.
Technical and condition details
Brand: Zenith
Type: Large antique pocket watch
Period: Approximately early 20th century
Winding: Crown wind
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 12-hour scale, and blue 13–24 hour markings in the centre
Dial: White dial with black Arabic numerals, blue 24-hour numerals, decorative gold-tone hands, and visible age-related traces
Case: Silver-tone case, inner cover marked 0.800
Movement: Zenith mechanical movement, signed Zenith on the bridge, movement number 2019638. The inner cover is marked Ancre, 16 Rubis, Balancier Compensé, Spiral Breguet, Chatons, and other technical inscriptions
Case diameter: Approximately 54.59 mm, excluding the crown
Weight: Pocket watch weight approximately 105.88 g
Accessories: None. The transparent display stand is used only as a photo prop and is not included.
Condition: The watch presents as an honest antique piece. The case, back cover, inner cover, bezel, bow, and crown show age-related scratches, oxidation, wear, and small marks. The movement appears complete and visually attractive, with well-preserved gold-tone bridges.
Collector’s highlights
Large antique Zenith pocket watch, approximately 54.59 mm and 105.88 g, with strong presence in hand and display.
Inner cover marked 0.800, with Zenith-related markings and historical inscriptions including Grand Prix Paris 1900 and Médaille d’Or Genève 1896.
Distinctive 24-hour dial layout with black 12-hour numerals and blue 13–24 hour markings.
Zenith-signed mechanical movement with traditional markings such as 16 Rubis, Spiral Breguet, Balancier Compensé, and Chatons.
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